New World Cafe Durham

701 W Main St Suite 130, Durham, NC 27701, United States
+1 919-237-1755
$$$ Cafe , Breakfast restaurant , Caterer , Coffee shop , Sandwich shop
(77 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

If you’re searching for a cozy café that not only serves incredible brews but also creates a community vibe, look no further than New World Cafe Durham. Nestled at 701 W Main St Suite 130 in the heart of Durham, NC, this welcoming spot is a sanctuary for coffee lovers and foodies alike.

From the moment you step inside, you're enveloped by the rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee, skillfully crafted by a passionate team that prioritizes quality in every cup. Their menu, highlighted by the signature New World Order coffee, sourced from Black & White Coffee Roasters, promises a delightful start to your day. For those who crave something creamy, the Flat White offers a perfectly balanced blend of espresso and steamed organic whole milk, making it a must-try for any caffeine aficionado.

The menu doesn't stop at coffee; they also offer refreshing Frozen Coffee Drinks and energizing Smoothies & Acai Bowls. The Protein Bowl, with its blended acai, gluten-free honey oat granola, and fresh fruits, is a vibrant explosion of flavors and textures that leave you feeling rejuvenated and satisfied. As one reviewer mentioned, the customer service is remarkable, with staff like Logan providing warmth and welcoming energy, ensuring every visit feels personal and friendly.

New World Cafe has received glowing testimonials that highlight not just the exceptional drinks and food but also the welcoming atmosphere. LaDonna Hector praised Mike for his outstanding catering service during a board meeting, ensuring everything was delivered fresh and on time. Similarly, Thomas Lang found a new favorite coffee shop, applauding their meticulous brewing methods that showcase their dedication to quality. Visitors have commented on the delightful hot cocoa and the scrumptious banana bread, which, despite lacking chunks of fruit, is moist and comforting.

Whether you choose to take advantage of their inviting indoor seating or enjoy the outdoor area for that fresh air vibe, New World Cafe Durham creates an experience that invites you to linger a little longer. Come for the coffee, stay for the connection, and leave with a heart warmed by the hospitable spirit of Durham. Don't miss this gem on your next coffee quest!

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
From the business
Identifies as Asian-owned
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers kerbside pickup
Has no-contact delivery
Offers delivery
On-site services available
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Serves great coffee
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Good for solo dining
Good for working on laptop
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Quick bite
Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves lunch
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
LGBTQ+ friendly
Transgender safe space
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Pets
Dogs allowed outside
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Tuesday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Wednesday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Thursday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Friday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Saturday

8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Sunday

8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

77 Reviews
LaDonna Hector

01 Sep 2025

Mike exceeded my expectations on my catering order for a board meeting in the Chesterfield Building. He was prompt, responsive, got the order correct as ordered and delivered it fresh to the meeting attendees. I will definitely be saving this as a future catering contact.

Thomas Lang

07 Aug 2025

New favorite coffee shop. The amount of care and thought they put into brewing coffee is impressive. Definitely recommend! One of the best coffee shops in Durham

丽莎

13 Jul 2025

Great coffee. Moist banana bread (note: their style of banana bread does not have banana pieces or nuts). The owner and staff were very friendly. I’m not sure why previous reviews said the shop was unkind to Black people. They were perfectly respectful and kind to me. I will be glad to return. The shop opened 6 months ago and still has a few kinks to work out. For example, the self-serve syrup is inside of a creamer jug, which makes it hard to measure how much syrup is being poured. Would love to have the syrup put into a traditional pump container. Also, the syrup container needs a label. The shop is located at the corner of Duke & Main st. There’s free street parking on Duke. Not sure about main st.

S Jackson

11 Jul 2025

Decided to come to New World Cafe for breakfast while I was in Durham NC. The food was amazing! The customer service was spectacular!!! Logan served us and was so patient and welcoming. We would definitely be back. Oh, and the hot cocoa….smh…words can not describe how delicious it is(with whipped cream) Yum

Darren Strickland

26 Jun 2025

Came in for caffeine after lunch nearby. My coworker and I were inside a minimal amount of time, and both were extremely happy. I had the blended and frozen peanut butter mocha, it was very good. Definitely will mark this place as a spot to come back, and to try their food! Staff was great, place was clean!

Jolugol Gonzalez

06 Jun 2025

Loved this place! Only issue was the drink leaking between the lid and cup—definitely recommend using a straw. It stained our shirts, but we’ll still be coming back!

Michelle Wolf

02 Jun 2025

What a lovely surprise. Was clean, upbeat, a reasonable walk from the Amtrak train station, and had great food. Was even open on a Monday when we were taking a train out of town. There is a nice outdoor seating area. They had gluten sensitive options available including gluten free bread. We had a Thai iced tea to go (great for the train). But I can’t wait to try their independent coffee shop options the next time I am in town.

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