This used to be the shop to go to, where the baristas would smile and welcome you in. The atmosphere used to be warm and inviting; you were allowed to sit down and relax for a while. Now the place... More

This used to be the shop to go to, where the baristas would smile and welcome you in. The atmosphere used to be warm and inviting; you were allowed to sit down and relax for a while. Now the place is an art gallery for some art that is more suited for big businesses, not an independent coffee shop. It is no longer warm with the very cold white walls and the obtrusive art, not to mention, the fact that they never seem to have all the lights on anymore. It feels more like a cave. I have heard from many people that are former patrons about the blatant disrespect from some of the new people there. One example is one of them was cursed at. Another was stared down and overheard the owner saying, "they need more attractive people here". In many other occurrences people were told to get a life and that "their kind" is not welcome. If you really want to say that this is a great shop to be, please speak for yourself. I do not recommend this coffee shop if you actually wanted to be treated nicely by nice people as well as feel welcome. Pros: Can't think of any Cons: Can think of a lot
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Im sorry but you are quite mistaken...The place is great, food is wonderful and the new paint color on the walls makes the place feel bright and inviting....before it was dark and gothic like. I... More

Im sorry but you are quite mistaken...The place is great, food is wonderful and the new paint color on the walls makes the place feel bright and inviting....before it was dark and gothic like. I have met many new people at this wonderful coffee shop and everyone that comes in just LOVES it. It sounds like your an ex employee looking for revenge or something (this is not the right way to do it). Get another job and stop complaining. Everytime i come in i get greeted with a smile and by my name. The new owner is AWESOME and enjoys helping customers when they open up to her. She has helped me alot in the short time she has been here. Also if you need to meet with a group of people this is the perfect place to do so. Every week there is a group in here with an activity in the back room and every first friday its a different environment. So if you dont like the place a smart thing to do is just dont Go and find something else to do than to bother. Pros: Best chicken salad... Cons: cant think of any...check it out for yourselves
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This coffee shop is warm and inviting great food great customer services Nice place to meet friends. Pros: great coffee Cons: none

This coffee shop is warm and inviting great food great customer services Nice place to meet friends. Pros: great coffee Cons: none
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the best kona mocha at new world. They use milk from whole foods the drink was great .THE BEST SERVICES AND HAPPY PEOPLE THE WORK THERE. IT'S MY NEW FAVOR COFFEE SHOIP Pros: kona mocha Cons:... More

the best kona mocha at new world. They use milk from whole foods the drink was great .THE BEST SERVICES AND HAPPY PEOPLE THE WORK THERE. IT'S MY NEW FAVOR COFFEE SHOIP Pros: kona mocha Cons: none
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I've been coming to New World over the years and I really like the new look and the new people working there. Friendly. Relaxed. Just about right for my tastes. Plus, the menu is growing so... More

I've been coming to New World over the years and I really like the new look and the new people working there. Friendly. Relaxed. Just about right for my tastes. Plus, the menu is growing so there are more things to eat now. AND... the artwork is awesome. I feel like I'm in an artist's studio! I can really feel my mood lift when I walk in. Check it out - I bet you'll fall in love with the place. Bob Pros: Inviting atmosphere, good staff
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I started my own business a year ago started visiting all of the coffee shops in Raleigh. After finding New World, I liked it. It was different than the chains in that it doesn't have the chaotic... More

I started my own business a year ago started visiting all of the coffee shops in Raleigh. After finding New World, I liked it. It was different than the chains in that it doesn't have the chaotic retail feel that Starbucks has (where you have a hard time having a conversation or working without constant distractions). New owners took over several months ago and now it is incredible. I feel more comfortable here. The music isn't as harsh and the employees are incredible. They have given it a face lift that includes incredible art. I encourage everyone I know to come here. I am here all the time. It feels like a scene out of Cheers when I walk in. The people know me by name and I feel so welcome. The other thing that makes it stand out from its competition is that you can get a healthy meal here as well. They have a great menu of homemade food. I highly recommend this place. If you haven't been in a while, come on it and if you see me (Diane), say hello. Pros: Welcoming Staff, Great Menu (not just desserts) Cons: I can't walk here.
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Blatent advertising and current employees of this establishment aside, this place is awful. If you don't see at least one cochroach during a visit, cosider yourself lucky (any health inspectors... More

Blatent advertising and current employees of this establishment aside, this place is awful. If you don't see at least one cochroach during a visit, cosider yourself lucky (any health inspectors reading this, by the way?). If you do not show up wearing business attire and get treated in a nice manner, this is also lucky. I personally make plenty of money and sometimes want to wear relaxed clothing while I sit in a nice atmosphere drinking coffee and reading the paper. While doing this, I get stared at until I am so uncomfortable that I want to leave. I used to spend a lot of time and money at this place but will cease to do so. It doesn't help that they have taken Larry's Beans- a normally excellent product- and turned it into something entirely disgusting. This is a feat I did not think possible.
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Being right off Glenwood across from Bunkeys Car wash on Pleasant Valley road makes it easy to find. Good place to meet other business people for one on one's . Love the new art that is there! I... More

Being right off Glenwood across from Bunkeys Car wash on Pleasant Valley road makes it easy to find. Good place to meet other business people for one on one's . Love the new art that is there! I have met people for breakfast and lunch there as well as just quick meetings for business. Pros: Great Coffee, food, ART and free wireless for customers! Cons: Would like to see one like this in every city!
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came across this coffee shop yesterday and the chichen salad wrap is great , great coffee the two girls that were working were great. denimone Pros: best coffee in raleigh

came across this coffee shop yesterday and the chichen salad wrap is great , great coffee the two girls that were working were great. denimone Pros: best coffee in raleigh
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Growing up in Raleigh I found this place about 5 years ago and came often. When the management switched I def. saw a difference, I actually get greeted right when I enter the door! The people that... More

Growing up in Raleigh I found this place about 5 years ago and came often. When the management switched I def. saw a difference, I actually get greeted right when I enter the door! The people that work here are so much nicer, I never liked to talk to the old baristas so I would always keep to myself but not anymore I love having random conversations with the new owner and her new employees. I don't really understand the last two reviews, those people must have been on some illegal substances to make up obsurd things like that, everything they've said is the complete opposite of how it actually is. The owner and employees are so welcoming before they just acted smug and indifferent to all the customers, I def. didn't feel welcomed but now I stay for long periods of time because I love the coffee, the sandwiches are always tasty and the new management is great. Pros: variety of specials and nice baristas
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