PRESS Coffee Crêpes Cocktails
Nestled in the heart of Durham’s vibrant American Tobacco Campus, PRESS Coffee Crêpes Cocktails brings a little Parisian charm with a Southern twist. The moment you step into this stylish spot at 359 Blackwell St, you’re greeted with a classy, laid-back vibe—perfect for catching up with friends or enjoying a solo brunch with your pup by your side on the outdoor patio.
PRESS is where comfort food gets dressed up. Their Stuffed French Toast is a local legend—crispy on the outside, melt-in-your-mouth on the inside, and loaded with sweet goodness. Craving something savory? The Carolina Comfort and Savory Crepe options hit the spot, blending fresh ingredients with bold flavors that feel both indulgent and well-balanced.
But it’s not just about the food. The coffee is top-tier, crafted with care and always smooth. Whether you're into a velvety latte or a strong espresso to kickstart your day, PRESS has your caffeine needs covered. And when the sun sets, their curated cocktail list steps in to steal the show. Sip on something bold and boozy, or opt for something light and bubbly—there’s something for every mood.
The space itself strikes that sweet spot between cozy and upscale, with moderate buzz from happy diners and the clink of cocktail glasses adding to the atmosphere. Plus, dog lovers will appreciate the pet-friendly outdoor seating, making it an easy go-to for weekend brunches or evening bites with furry friends in tow.
From sweet crepes that feel like dessert for breakfast to French toast creations that go beyond basic, PRESS Coffee Crêpes Cocktails has carved out its place as a must-visit in Durham’s food scene. It’s that kind of spot you stumble upon once and keep coming back to—because great taste, good vibes, and killer coffee never go out of style.
Reviews
The service was fun and entertaining! Ryan went the extra mile helping me pick a meal. While my kids had sweet crepes, I had the veggie which was sweet and Savory. We are a rough crowd to please with crepes because the kids dad is the crepe master but they loved the filling. We felt the crepes were a little thick as dad can make them paper thin. While it's loud, the energy and vibe is buzzing and I'd come again.
This Press location always has a long wait luckily we did not have to wait long. For drinks it was a mango mimosa for me and a spiced pear chai latte for my husband then we split the garden and blueberries and lemon curd crepes. All of it was delicious and the service was good. It is definitely worth the wait.
LOVELY! The perfect brunch spot worth the hype. Busy on the weekends no reservations took me 45 minutes for a party of 2. Food and drinks are fabulous with large portions. We ordered the spiced pear & apple cheesecake crepe & the BBJ&M omelette both were fantastic. Service was very great and attentive!
Definitely recommend coming here within the first 10-15 minutes on a Sunday morning- they open at 9 AM and it gets packed pretty quickly! Quite a bit of a line out there by 9:20/30 AM. I love how quick and efficient they are- you're also given an option to order via QR code from your phone and pay that way if you'd like to do things on your own timing, or request for a server. Even if you do the QR Code option, people are checking on you relatively frequently. Super kind people! Came here with my best friend who's visiting town. Aside from here being here, the ambiance was wonderful (hehe). It's warm inside and gives also a generally warm feel with the lighting. She ordered the purple rain and really enjoyed it! Portion sizes are huge, I definitely feel like I'm getting my money's worth. We ordered a crepe to share (so we ordered three crepes in total), but feel like next time we may just get two and share those two (and this is coming from two pretty active girls who love to eat haha). I ordered the Chicken Florentine Crepe, and it was good! I was expecting it to be a tad creamier and wish it had more hollandaise sauce on it. I'm usually a huge fan of red onion/pickled red onion, but it felt like at some point it overpowered the crepe. My egg was over medium and they didn't disappoint, the chicken was tender and you can't go wrong with spinach. Overall, I still enjoyed it but may order something else next time! I'm not typically a tart kind of dessert gal, but the Blueberry Lemon Curd Crepe was good. The lemon curd was present but not too strong/overpowering (especially if you're sharing). I like the whip cream on the sides cause it was light and not too sweet. Biscoff cookie? Always a chef's kiss, can do no wrong. The blueberries were pretty sweet and a tad tart.
Amazing coffee and Crêpes spot. Today we tried the waffle hashbrowns and they were amazing: crispy on the outside, and still potato on the inside. The coffee is excellent, and their cocktails are very legit. The lineup is long on weekends but still worth it. Service was excellent.