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Smelly Cat Coffeehouse
Café and Coffee Shop$$$$
North Charlotte, Charlotte
This café is famous for their coffee. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"Heather & Lilly are the best & try the dirty chai with black berry"(4 Tips)
"Toasted Coconut Frappe is made of pure awesome and coconut."(2 Tips)
"One of my favorite coffee shops in Charlotte!"(2 Tips)
"The espresso frap was fantastic!"(11 Tips)
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Owners are incredible. Solid down to earth& good people. Caring about NoDa & the people in it. Supporting the cat is huge in supporting where you make your home. Will happily support this business.Upvoted 3 weeks ago
Brad HagerFebruary 5, 2017Great little coffee shop, coffee is very flavorful, nice place to read a book, work on the computer etc.. while enjoying a coffee, beer, or wine. Nice outdoor seating as well.
Great coffee, really like the Sweet New Orleans cold brew. Tasty food and great staff. Bring your own cup or use a reusable glass there and they'll donate money to a local charity of your selection.
Lauren HoolehanSeptember 8, 2017Their coffee is awesome, their breakfast biscuits are super yummy, and their atmosphere has a very hip, laid back vibe! It was our first time here and we loved it!!
- Logan LanierAugust 23, 2019Come in for the unique name; stay for the quality coffee. Local, authentic and eclectic sum up this NoDa staple. A hidden treasure that even hosts a small arts-market on weekends.
Michaela PierceJune 18, 2017Perfect place to get a cup of coffee sit in one of the cozy nooks and read a book you've been dying to finish. The baristas are kind + inviting people.
mike mayOctober 17, 2016they roast their beans for a mid roast with excellent floral notes. I travel a lot and seek out great coffee houses. This is one of the best.
Erika FinnimoreFebruary 5, 2018If you need a good-quality pour over and a cozy place to work remotely, go here. Even the drip coffee is superb, too. So flavorful and not bitter.
Danielle L.November 18, 2015One of, if not the only coffee shop in Charlotte that roasts their beans right there! Friendly staff and a wonderful place to get work done.
Bicycle parking and the walk-up window keep going during Covid19 lockdowns.
As people have said, great coffee, but the baristas are just really fantastic people. Usually up to talk for a bit, and a lot of fun. Makes you want to come back.- BoerBarn HandmadeDecember 10, 2016Had the zucchini bread pudding. I was a little skeptical but it was fantastic! Highly recommended. Peppermint and mica lattes are awesome.
Katherine FortnerFebruary 21, 2015I usually go in the summer for smoothies and milkshakes but their hot chocolate in the winter is good too, they even added peppermint in it for me!- We came here every morning last year, even the morning of our wedding.. The baristas are some of the sweetest people we have ever met. Great local atmosphere:)
ScoutJune 16, 2012This place has vegan (soy) options for all of their drinks. Try the toasted coconut frappe. It's kind of completely glorious.
Friends who know say the coffee is pretty good. Good vibe inside. Quirky and laid back. A don't miss place when visiting NoDa, for sure.
Chloe KellyFebruary 13, 2017I had the chai latte and blueberry muffin. Both were incredibly delicious! Best chai latte I have ever had!
These wonderful people are letting me host NaNoWriMo write ins here every Monday and Tuesday through November. Look for the fedora once you have your drink! :-)
Joshua DrownJanuary 22, 2014Love this NoDa spot for many reasons, but the tasty hot chocolate always seems to make a cold winter day brighten.
- Dogs outside but dog lovers welcome inside and out:) wonderful energy at this place. Amazing coffee and great service.
- Adam ShinnApril 30, 2017One of my favorite coffee shops in Charlotte! Can't go wrong with the caramel frappe!
Rachel WhinneryOctober 3, 2015Grab a cortadito and relax inside or out. Baristas were very friendly and fun.
- Great coffee, wifi, outlets, and the staff are just so freaking nice. Love this place.
Leslie MayesSeptember 29, 2013Smelly Cat has the best Dirty Chai I've ever had! It's a little pricey, but so worth it.
Kelly OckwellMay 9, 2012The staff here are so warm and lovely. It is a great spot just to sit for a bit :). Very chill.- Mocha and orange. Just try it. :-) also the guys are great here. Just come often and stay late. :-)
Elizabeth BehrensFebruary 26, 2022Inside isn’t open. Service is slow and not that friendly. Lattes were fine but not amazing. Food (burrito and biscuit sandwich) was perfunctory but not worth having if you can go anywhere else to eat.
- Sit and enjoy your life. Be kind and thankful. Drink good coffee and good beer.
- Stephanie CooganMay 13, 2013Baristas are super sweet! I ordered a regular chai and they made it dirty (heh heh) FO FREE. Just cause I wanted to try it.
Super awesome atmosphere and place to people watch. Get my fav drink... A Dirty Chai Latte.
Run the Smelly Cat PU5K, a 3.1 mile run around NoDa on Saturday Mornings with the Charlotte Runners Meetup group. Then enjoy a snack and beverage afterward!
Not a coffee drinker, but this place is awesome. I love the atmostphere.
I always tell the ladies to surprise me and I am never let down! Best coffee shop hands down.
- Heather & Lilly are the best & try the dirty chai with black berry
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(704) 374-9656
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