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Surface 88.3°·
Air 82°F·
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Updated 7:35 PM·
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Rise Cafe

Breakfast & brunch - Huntersville, NC

★★★★★4.7(911 reviews)
Our services
Breakfast PlatesBrunch SpecialtiesBiscuits & GravyEspresso & CoffeeLunch Service
Interior dining area and counter service

Interior dining area and counter service

Our story

About Rise Cafe.

Rise Cafe is a breakfast and brunch spot in Huntersville, serving the Lake Norman community seven days a week until 3 p.m. The cafe has earned a 4.7-star rating across more than 860 reviews, with guests consistently noting the warm, cozy atmosphere and welcoming feel of the space. Ample parking and two entrances make visiting easy.

The menu leans into creative, satisfying morning fare alongside classic staples, and customers frequently praise both the food quality and the generous portion sizes at approachable prices. Standout dishes mentioned by regulars include the Chicken Red Velvet Waffle and the Junkyard plate. The staff is widely recognized for attentive, friendly service.

Rise Cafe carries a distinctly faith-inspired atmosphere, with inspirational music and daily scripture displayed for guests. It holds a 4.7-star rating across more than 860 reviews.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions.

Where is Rise Cafe located?

Rise Cafe is based in Huntersville, in the Lake Norman area of North Carolina.

What does Rise Cafe offer?

Rise Cafe offers Breakfast Plates, Brunch Specialties, Biscuits & Gravy, Espresso & Coffee and Lunch Service as a breakfast & brunch in the Lake Norman area of North Carolina.

What days is Rise Cafe open?

Rise Cafe is open Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. See the hours above for exact times.

How can I contact Rise Cafe?

You can reach Rise Cafe by phone at +1 980-689-2538 or through their website, or find their full details on this LKN Life profile.

Our reviews

What locals are saying.

Reviews from Google

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Heather Nizza
Google reviewer
★★★★★Jun 2026
This place was really good. The cinnamon waffle was delicious. They had blackberry jam which I never seen before. Also the fiesta bene and shrimp and grits was top notch.
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Destiny Woods
Google reviewer
★★★★★May 2026
first time coming to this place and it was absolutely wonderful. me and husband enjoyed it a lot. I love the scriptures. I love the prayer box in the bathroom. the women here are very kind. the atmosphere is very peaceful. I would recommend anybody to go!
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Marvin Bradley
Google reviewer
★★★★★Jun 2026
I usually don't write reviews for any establishment. However, I felt compelled to share my experience at Rise Café to highlight the hospitality, service, and friendly staff. One employee in particular, Kelly, stood out to me. She served and welcomed me with the highest level of customer service. The food was delicious, and the atmosphere was fantastic. I wholeheartedly recommend Rise Café without hesitation.
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Maddy K
Google reviewer
★★★★★Nov 2025
Writing this after my partner and I’s second visit. Both times we had the most attentive and lovely server named Nay! She always checks on us and makes sure that we are served with the upmost care. I even sat down and openly asked “hmm what did I have last time?” And she remembered! We had only been to this place once previously and I was so pleased that I ended up saying “you remembered!” The food is always top notch here. During our first visit I got the Triple Chocolate Waffle and had decided to add on the “make it epic” option. What they brought out to my table was truly epic. The waffle was so divine that I finished my whole plate! During our second visit today I decided to order the Biscuits and Gravy with Hash browns as my side. This dish filled me up quick so I wasn’t able to finish it all, but I still quite enjoyed the dish! Overall, this place has some of the nicest people (shout to Nay you’re the sweetest) and some of the yummiest food. Definitely worth stopping by if you’re looking for a 10/10 experience!
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John Proctor
Google reviewer
★★★★★Feb 2026
Food was excellent. The only thing that I would knock was the biscuit and gravy was not what I was expecting. I was thinking it was going to be a sausage gravy, but it was a plain white gravy. But the biscuit was delicious.Had a great taste just wasn't a huge fan of the white gravy. The chicken and waffles was spectacular. Just a hint of spice it could have been more but I get other people's flavor profiles may not like that. But the chicken tenders in the waffle, awesome and I got mine.The epic way, which included some shaved parmesan with an over easy egg. Our server was Sara, such a wonderful soul, extremely courteus. From a top 10% reviewer in the world, great job Sara, we'll be back!
+1 980-689-2538