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Les Pâtisseries & Fine Provisions
HEIRLOOM CROISSANT
Crisp, golden-hue exterior and an airy, honeycomb center. Crafted with high-fat European butter for an incomparable silken texture.
PAIN AU CHOCOLAT
Multi-layered, high-fat European butter pastry surrounding two batons of chocolate. Best enjoyed warmed.
ALMOND CROISSANT
classic croissants filled with sweet almond paste
QUICHE
A delicate shortcrust pastry filled with a silken savory custard. Featuring seasonal botanicals and farm-fresh local ingredients. Perfectly paired with a morning espresso.
CINNAMON COFFEE CAKE
A nostalgic Victorian masterpiece. Dense, moist cake swirled with premium Ceylon cinnamon and topped with a delicate vanilla-bean glaze. Served warm and comforting
THE HEIRLOOM SCONE
A cornerstone of the 1882 parlor tradition. Hand-turned, buttery, and delicately crumbed. Served warm and accompanied by our signature 'Gandy Accoutrements': a dollop of authentic Devonshire clotted cream and house-simmered seasonal preserves.
Coffee & Tea
ESPRESSO
The pure, unadulterated heart of the bean. A concentrated double-shot featuring a rich, golden crema.
CORTADO
A precise 1:1 ratio of intense espresso and silk-textured steamed milk. Perfectly balanced for a bold, creamy finish.
FLAT WHITE
A double-shot of ristretto espresso finished with a thin, velvety layer of micro-foam. Dense, rich, and impeccably smooth.
CAPPUCCINO
The traditional 1:1:1 ratio of double-shot espresso, steamed milk, and a structured cloud of micro-foam. Bold with a weightless finish.
AMERICAN
Our signature espresso lengthened with purified hot water. A sophisticated, clean profile that reveals the nuanced notes of our roast.
LATTE
A classic 1:3 ratio of rich espresso and silk-textured steamed milk. An elegant, comforting morning ritual.
The Captain's Signature Drinks
THE NIGHT TRAIN
Our signature mocha. Espresso married with dark chocolate, steamed velvet-milk, and whipped cream topped with a delicate dusting of smoked sea salt.
THE SWEET CAROLINA
A sophisticated Southern infusion of warm brown sugar and premium Ceylon cinnamon topped with cold foam. Inspired by our local heritage.
THE MISSING COLLIE
Inspired by the "Red" coat of the Alston House’s legendary lost companion. A warm, comforting blend of Shaken Brown Sugar, Ceylon Cinnamon, and espresso, served over ice with creamy oat milk and cold foam.
THE ORANGE BLOSSOM RAIL
A rich espresso and silk-textured milk, infused with Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla and Wildflower Honey, finished with a delicate mist of organic orange blossom water.
THE CENTURY PECAN
A bold double-shot of espresso married with House-made Salted Caramel and a reduction of Toasted Southern Pecans.
THE GANDY RHYTHM
A robust, triple-shot ristretto base folded into 70% Dark Belgian Chocolate and velvet-textured milk. Finished with a precise pinch of Maldon Sea Salt to enhance the cocoa’s depth.
Tea & Non-Coffee Options
PARLOR TEA
Your selection from our Reserve Loose-Leaf Gallery.
SPICED HERITAGE CHAI
A warming, complex infusion of premium black tea and hand-ground exotic spices. Steeped to perfection and finished with silk-textured milk and a dusting of star anise.
CEREMONIAL MATCHA TEA
The highest grade of stone-ground Japanese tencha leaves, whisked into a vibrant, frothy suspension. Served traditional or as a velvet-textured latte.
BELGIUM HOT CHOCOLATE
Crafted with molten Belgian chocolate and high-fat steamed milk for a dense, silken texture. Finished with a hand-cut, house-made vanilla infused toasted marshmallow.
Botanicals
SPRITZERS
THE GARDEN GATE
A crisp infusion of cucumber and elderflower, finished with a splash of citrus and served over crystal-clear ice.
SOUR LEMONS THIEF
Hand-pressed Sicilian lemons and purified spring water, A sharp, with an elusive botanical finish. Inspired by the unsolved 19th-century mystery of Captain Alston’s stolen camera—returned to the porch under the cover of night, a headline that still lingers in Pittsboro history.
THE WILD HONEYSUCKLE
A tribute to Southern summer evenings. Our house-pressed lemonade infused with a delicate reduction of wild honeysuckle and wildflower honey. Light, floral, and nostalgically refined.
Takeaway Food
PARFAIT
grab-n-go breakfast or snack with fruit and granola
OVERNIGHT OATS
chia seed pudding served with fruit and honey
BREAKFAST BURRITO
freshly made, pre-packaged, and ready to take on the go
PROTEIN/LUNCH BOX
sliced turkey or chicken, cheese, crackers, fruit
Drinks To Go
SEALED ICED COFFEE BOTTLES (HOUSE-MADE)
house-brewed iced coffee bottled fresh for grab-and-go convenience
PACKAGED COLD BREW OR LATTE
ready-to-drink bottles, house-made or from local partners
LOCAL TEA BAGS
a selection of premium tea blends from local artisans - perfect for gifting or sipping at home
NC SPRING WATER/SPARKLING WATER
locally sourced still or bubbly water to keep you refreshed
GANDY PAIRINGS
THE STANDARD
Our signature house-brewed drip coffee accompanied by a shatteringly crisp, heirloom butter croissant. The quintessential daily ritual for the discerning resident or those beginning a journey through the Historic District.
THE EXCHANGE
A velvet-textured signature latte paired with our high-dome Gilded Morning Muffin.
THE MIDDAY PROVISION
Our 18-hour slow-steeped Midnight Rail Cold Brew accompanied by an artisanal, soft-baked cookie. A bold yet sweet reprieve designed to sustain your focus through the afternoon hours in The Study.