Bar none the best coffee in Charlotte. James, the proprietor, is a true coffee lover and connoisseur, and that really translates to the drinks he serves. He sources his beans from the excellent Durham-based Counter Culture (and has their beans for sale by the 3/4 pound, too), and has three or four varieties on hand at any given time.
Everything here is great, from the pour-overs to the inventive and artfully poured lattes. Perfectly pulled espresso shots come with a companion shot of sparkling water--a nice touch. Staff is consistently friendly and attentive, and are all very well trained baristas. I try not to go anywhere else.