The Lemon Tree Cafe and Catering

"The Lemon Tree is an outstanding restaurant that has become a staple in my life. Their selection of ready-made meals has been a lifesaver for me during busy weeks, and their commitment to quality and service is unmatched. As a local business owner myself, I have recognized and appreciated the hard work and dedication that the team at The Lemon Tree puts into their craft. The Harvest Salad is one of my favorite dishes on their menu, made with fresh blue cheese, crisp apples, tart dried cranberries, and perfectly candied almonds. The salad is perfectly balanced, and the addition of their pomegranate poppy seed dressing adds an extra hint of sweetness that truly brings the dish together. If you're looking for a top-notch café' in the area, The Lemon Tree should be at the top of your list. Whether you're in the mood for a quick and easy meal or a full ready made dinner experience, they offer something for everyone. I highly recommend this restaurant and am confident that you will enjoy your experience as much as I have. Five stars all around!"

"I had the Lemon Tree cater my daughter’s baby shower and it was amazing. They allowed me to pick it up the evening before as the shower was at 11 and we were doing a brunch. They helped me figure out how much food I needed and what impressed me the most was when I suggested something in addition, they said I didn’t need it unless it was something that I just wanted. Most places will sell you whatever they can. I would absolutely recommend them to everyone and I will use them again."

"Cute place with alot of potential . Nice it has the bookstore and a good variety. I feel like they were understaffed the day we were there. It took quite a while and the larger salad was only available in the to go case which is really odd . Also my food was very underseasoned which was disappointing."

"I love Lemon Tree! I’ve lived in Wake Forest for a few years now and this is one of my family’s favorite spots when we visit the downtown area (which is basically weekly). I’ve had their soups, salads, sandwiches, quiches and most of their sides; all of which have been delicious. Food is fresh and healthy. Some of their menu items they have all of the time but they also change/add new items pretty frequently with the season, which I personally like. Their meals are set up to get a few sides with a small treat, which is such a nice touch. Their syrups are also fun to try with their infused water or lemonade. They also offer a meal delivery service to local Wake Forest and catering. Their staff is always kind and I’ve always experienced great customer service. Highly recommend!"

"The Lemon Tree is my favorite cafe ever and the competition doesn’t even come close. The people there are incredible. One of a kind. When I lived in Wake Forest, The Lemon Tree felt like a home away from home. It’s tucked away on White Street, which is a lovely area to explore. If you have a slow Saturday, I recommend you park downtown and check out some of the shops on the street and then make your way to The Lemon Tree for lunch. The cafe and space have grown significantly since I started going there. There used to be a clothing boutique between the cafe and the Burger shop but when the boutique moved out, the two restaurants expanded to create a mini food hall vibe. It’s really cozy and homey. I’ve eaten food from the Lemon Tree in almost every capacity they offer: catering for company lunches (it impressed Google reps from NYC), catering for my very own birthday party, at-home meal deliveries during covid, pickup date night boxes, and of course, inside the actual cafe. They even offered breakfast at one point and it was the best way to start my day. I can’t say enough good things about The Lemon Tree. They build community through food. With the date night boxes, they partner with other local spots to shine a light on all of the delicious foods and drinks in the area. Stacey and her incredible crew put good into the world. I’m going to include a lot of photos with this one to represent all the mouthwatering sandwiches and sides I’ve had at this spot (some of the photos are from 2018). It’s the only place I’ve eaten every day in a week. If I had to leave you with a recommendation it would be, “eat everything.” If I had to leave you with a more actionable recommendation it would be, “try the pimento grilled cheese with chicken salad, a dessert bite, and half tea/half lemonade to drink.” I hope you feel the magic this place holds when you visit and please give Heather all my love."