"Charlotteans have definitely heard of beloved local coffee chain Not Just Coffee, but of all the NJC’s, this one feels like a best-kept secret. In a bungalow off of Providence Road, this Not Just Coffee is usually one impressive barista at a small counter, mastering artful shot-pulling and milk steaming. This bungalow is also home to contemporary art gallery Soco and upscale men’s fashion shop Tabor. Together, they’re situated like a little village, giving a low-key luxury aesthetic that’s rare for Charlotte. Visitors can browse the art books and dream up having enough money to buy an Italian jacket, all while sipping a cappuccino or any of the other refined drinks — latte, matcha, drip — on the lean menu. This NJC sells pastries from local Wheatberry Bakeshop and Patisserie La Rue — crumbly coffee cakes and croissants, which sell out quickly and can be dipped and sipped with coffee on the side porch or limited indoor countertop space." - Kayleigh Ruller
