Open Eye Cafe

08/29/2026

Our latest pour-over coffee special is a flavor journey you need to embark on!

Introducing the Ecuador Farmer's Collection coffee from Carrboro Coffee Roasters, with rich notes of black tea, dark cherry, and a hint of milk chocolate.

Come by the cafe & sip this new pour-over today!

08/27/2026

Fizzy up your coffee routine! ✨☕ Our Sparkling Cold Brew is the perfect blend of refreshing and flavorful, featuring our house-made Ethiopia Ardi. Choose your fizzy partner as either club soda, ginger beer, or grapefruit soda.

08/23/2026

Have you tried our Shaken Creamy Cold Brew yet? ☕✨ This drink is a symphony of flavors with our house-made cold brew concentrate & syrup, with a dash of spices. Make sure to give it a good swirl before each sip for the evolving experience!

08/20/2026

The rich flavors of Honduras will be shared at our upcoming Coffee Tasting Workshop!

Join us on Saturday, August 29, from 11am - 1pm at the cafe, where you’ll taste & explore the unique profiles of coffees from Honduras!

These coffees are sourced from Carrboro Coffee Roasters dedicated farming partners in the stunning regions of Santa Barbara, Ocotepeque, and Marcala.

Learn more about the farmers behind these brews and take home a bag to enjoy!

Reserve your spot today: https://bit.ly/CCR_Workshop_Honduras_AUG26

08/19/2026

Our Affogato is the perfect mix of velvety vanilla ice cream, flavorful Carrboro Coffee Roasters' Piedmont espresso and a dash of rich Ghirardelli chocolate 🍦☕️

08/16/2026

It's iced latte season as the heat is still going strong! ☕✨ Choose from our featured espresso or indulge in the delightful Piedmont Blend. Customize it just the way you like, with your favorite milk or house-made syrup!

08/15/2026

Welcome back, students!

Downtown & will be getting a bit busier again with class back in session.

Luckily, we have plenty of parking and public transit options by the cafe. So find a spot, and come by for a delicious coffee, tea, pastry & more!.

08/12/2026

Welcome back, students!

Downtown & will be getting a bit busier again with class back in session. Luckily, we have plenty of parking options by the cafe. So find a spot, and come by for a delicious coffee, tea, pastry & more!.

08/09/2026

☀️✨ New beverage alert!

Introducing Liquid Sunshine – a luscious version of an espresso lemonade! A delightful blend of espresso, sweet citrus & coconut cream, served iced for a refreshing and tangy treat! Perfectly thirst quenching for these warmer days!

08/03/2026

The rich flavors of Honduras will be shared at our upcoming Coffee Tasting Workshop!

Join us on Saturday, August 29, from 11am - 1pm at the cafe, where you'll taste & explore the unique profiles of coffees from Honduras!

These coffees are sourced from Carrboro Coffee Roasters’ dedicated farming partners in the stunning regions of Santa Barbara, Ocotepeque, and Marcala.

Learn more about the farmers behind these brews and take home a bag to enjoy! Reserve your spot today:

Join us for a coffee tasting workshop where we explore the farmers and tastes of Honduras coffee.