The owners of Nectar Café know how create a cozy and welcoming café vibe because they’ve successfully done so for years with their first spot, Foster Street Coffee. Nectar, which is located on the ground level of the new Geerhouse apartments and has access to a beautiful patio oasis in front, offers more than just a good cup of coffee. There are matcha lattes, lemonades, wine by the glass, beer and pastries like frangipane and macarons from Lucettegrace in Raleigh.
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Hours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Fantastic little cafe with coffee, sandwiches, sweets, and beer/wine. Super friendly staff. Great indoor and outdoor seating. Extended hours on Friday & Saturday are appreciated!
Margie Witham
Feb 4, 2025
5
Great selection of food and drinks! Wonderful team, and a really nice, quiet spot to work or hang out. Very comfortable environment.
Derik Jones
Jan 18, 2025
5
Dog friendly! The desserts are sourced from a local bakery and are phenomenal.
Alyssa marsh
Jan 15, 2025
5
Amazing coffee in the new Geer House apartment building. Worked from home here today I chose to sit up the stairs in the apartment common space (barista suggestion!) big open windows make the space feel huge.
Tamar Beridze
Dec 4, 2024
5
Nectar Coffee in Durham is an absolute gem! Nestled inside the stylish Greenhouse Apartments, the space is airy, modern, and inviting, with a trendy lofty vibe and plenty of seating for work, chats, or just relaxing. The pastries? Absolutely delicious! You can tell they put care into every detail. And the service is phenomenal—friendly, attentive, and welcoming. Whether you're a local or just passing through, Nectar is a must-visit coffee spot!
Jeremy Edmunds
Nov 29, 2024
5
In Durham's Innovation District, where glass and steel are rapidly reshaping the skyline, Nectar Cafe anchors the ground floor of the gleaming new Geerhouse complex at 620 Foster Street. The cafe, open from dawn until dusk, represents a fresh vision of what a modern coffee destination can be, free from the exposed brick and reclaimed wood that have become local clichés.
The soaring interior, with its floor-to-ceiling windows and pristine concrete floors, creates a cathedral-like atmosphere for coffee worship, where expertly crafted lattes steal the show. These drinks, served in an environment that masterfully balances minimalist architecture with inviting design touches, have become a calling card for the establishment.
While many new developments struggle to create authentic community spaces, Nectar succeeds spectacularly. The thoughtfully designed patio, complete with mint-green bistro chairs and professional landscaping, welcomes both remote workers and their four-legged companions. Inside, the space transitions seamlessly from morning pastry pit-stop to lunch destination, offering a menu that spans from traditional breakfast fare to contemporary vegan and gluten-free options.
The cafe's commitment to inclusivity extends beyond its menu to its very design. The modern structure serves as a "third space" where Durham's diverse communities converge over croissants and cappuccinos. From 7 AM to 10 PM, the space hums with activity, its generous windows casting dramatic shadows across communal tables where entrepreneurs tap on laptops and friends linger over lunch.
Nectar manages to avoid the sterility that often plagues new construction cafes, instead creating an environment that feels both sophisticated and welcoming. It's a delicate balance, much like their perfectly pulled espresso shots – precise yet somehow still soulful.
Some might question whether Durham needed another coffee shop, but Nectar's thoughtful execution and stellar lattes answer with a resounding yes. In a district rapidly establishing its identity, Nectar feels both thoroughly modern and instantly essential.
