CHNO Coffee Co
4612 Gilead St, Charlotte, NC
Crema's Take
“Hidden away near Plaza Midwood, this spot punches way above its unassuming exterior with expertly crafted espresso drinks that even coffee snobs rave about, paired with a genuinely charming atmosphere filled with local art, books, and curated goods. The warm welcome and thoughtful space make it equally suited for a quick morning grab-and-go or settling in for hours, with ample parking and outdoor seating that the owner is actively expanding to match the quality of what's inside.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
Wow! The iced shaken espresso was truly 5 stars. I'm a coffee snob and like my espresso *just so*, and this was perfection. Also got a hot latte that was excellent and my only complaint is that I was traveling, so I won't be able to enjoy this daily. You may need to add a location in Raleigh near my house or office, please!)
Wonderful new coffee place! Arrived bright and Early at 7 pm and was pleasantly surprised to see that this location was not hard to find, especially being around the Central Ave location. I failed to get the lady's name but she was so friendly, attentive, and gave great recommendations. The place itself is super cute and chic! They have a small table near the entrance to sit and enjoy your coffee, they have a library room with plenty of books and seating as well as another back room with candles and jewelry. If I didn't have to go to work, I could've spent a good hour enjoying my coffee and browsing through all they had to offer. I ordered their shaken espresso with vanilla and it was DELICIOUS!!!!!!!!! I can't wait to return and try some of their ordered lattes on the menu.
I’m thrilled to have stumbled upon this charming coffee shop with such delightful treasures. They’ve got candles, wall art, books, jewelry, and more! Upon entering, I was warmly greeted and instantly captivated by the cozy atmosphere. The delightful aroma and beautifully decorated space made it an absolute delight. And let me tell you, the seating options are simply lovely! I thoroughly enjoyed the royal crumb drink. It was incredibly delicious and sweetened to perfection. The pastry I ordered was so delectable that I couldn’t resist devouring it. What a great find and I’d definitely come back again.
Great spot for a morning coffee! Very local for those in Plaza Midwood, I was able to stop by on the way to work to grab an iced latte. It's definitely off the beaten path, but once inside it has great bounce, with one room bright and the other darker, so you can pick which speaks to you more; definitely a cute little place to sit and relax, enjoy a book or connect to the Internet for work. The latte was superb, and they have a ton of flavored options if that's your thing as well.
I was blown away in the best possible way. The exterior does not do it justice. However, there is plenty of parking to make up for it. The owner also expressed plans to add more outside to welcome people. Yet, you are immediately transported to a magical oasis as soon as you open the door. While the drinks and food were great, the decor and crafts still the show. Everything from the flooring and wall paint to the differences in room themes is carefully crafted. The bookstore, while small, was packed with something for everyone, including children. In addition to books, there were crafts for sale by local vendors. My favorite room was the back sitting area. They painted the walls in a moody shade of blue. There is a variety of seating options as well as additional crafts for sale. This is a must try!
Crema Reviews
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