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Overall Total Score
4.5 out of 5
Outstanding | 1250 reviews

What Viva Paucek doesn't like about City Lights Cafe:
This is one of the few places in DT Sylva to get a quick coffee and breakfast in the morning, so I give it props for that. The coffee was very decent, they have TONS of flavor options to choose from. I opted for the seasonal snickerdoodle but honestly I couldn't taste any flavors besides oat milk. My boyfriend had the chocolate covered strawberry that was actually really good, and I think it had chunks of freeze drie... View all feedback. What Javon Hammes likes about City Lights Cafe:
Our server was great, the food was good, the atmosphere inviting. Very vegan accomadating. Small town homey feel. Visit the book store, sit and read while eating! View all feedback.

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4.0 ★ from 33 reviews
Elfrieda
24.05.2022 - 15:51

Because it is covid, we just ordered online and sat outside, then the barista we were there. much bigger than it looks from outside. I got the tempo sandwich an...

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Meredith
24.05.2022 - 15:51

I love city lights! they are the way to come for college kids here and also for tourist coming a weekend. her coffee selection is amazing and they offer shed, m...

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Mitchell
24.05.2022 - 15:51

Our server was great, eating was good, inviting the atmosphere. very vegan akomading. small town feeling secret. visit the bookshop, sit and read them while eat...

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Beatrice
24.05.2022 - 15:51

I come here several times when we are in sylva! almost everything can be veganized and they now have amazing homemade vegan cashew cheese. highly recommended

Meredith
24.05.2022 - 15:51

Nice place. Dog friendly on patio (they have frozen pup cups with yogurt also). Tempeh and cashew cheese substitutes. Nice to have options in a small mountain t...

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City Lights Cafe in downtown Sylva is a charming spot known for its wide range of coffee flavors and delicious breakfast options. While the seasonal snickerdoodle coffee lacked flavor, the chocolate covered strawberry was a hit. Despite slow service and slightly tough bagels, the overall atmosphere is cozy and inviting. For those with dietary restrictions, they offer a variety of gluten-free options prepared with care. The cafe is popular among college students and tourists alike, offering unique items like vegan brekkie and pasta salad. Overall, City Lights Cafe is a must-visit spot for a delightful and wholesome meal experience in Sylva.

Yelp
4.0 ★ from 141 reviews
Hyman
03.10.2023 - 15:31

The staff is fantastic and very friendly, the ambiance is cozy, and the food is delicious!

Rickey
03.10.2023 - 15:31

My friend and I decided to have breakfast at City Lights during our visit to the Sylva area. The atmosphere, both indoors and outdoors, was adorable and ideal f...

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Jannie
03.10.2023 - 15:31

My partner and I stopped by this restaurant for breakfast while traveling on May 16, 2023. It was a quick stop during our 12-hour journey from Murphy, NC to Phi...

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Facebook
4.8 ★ from 75 reviews
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Tripadvisor
4.6 ★ from 180 reviews
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4.0 ★ from 9 reviews
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