Drinks

This unique historic downtown bakery puts a creative twist on coffee and doughnuts! Wake N Bake not only offers sweets baked fresh each morning, but serves fresh custom doughnuts. All coffees offered at Wake N Bake are organic fair-trade so you can be socially conscious while you relish every sip…

Discover healthy premium breakfast and lunch choices served with high-end coffee and tea drinks or cooler drinks in the heart of historic downtown. Located on Front Street beside the iconic Bijou Park, choose from deliciously light breakfast and lunch selections to dine in their inside area filled…

This popular local chain that originated in Wilmington serves delicious ice cream treats and boba drinks, a customized tea filled with flavorful tapioca balls in refreshing flavor combinations. This hot or cold Asian libation starts with your choice of a base and flavors, and finishes with a…

Enjoy a dog-friendly full coffee shop located just steps away from Kure Beach Ocean Front Park and Pavilion and Kure Beach Fishing Pier. Choose either hot or cold drinks made from NC roasted coffee beans, and then stroll along the Boardwalk or Pier and watch the waves roll in. You can even choose…

Travel around the world in just one stop at Monaco Market with their endless selection of the most exotic viral snacks seen on socials. From sour ball gummies imported from England to Korean imported Dunkin' Green Onion Cream Cheese popcorn, or the viral fruit bucket ice cream to flavors of sodas…

Majik Beanz Espresso, also known as Janeen's Majik Beanz, has been a Carolina Beach coffee shop staple since 2013. What puts the "magic" in Majik Beanz is the selection of 22 flavored espresso beans and 50+ flavor shots, giving you endless ways to customize your drink. This cozy spot is ideal for…

Discover this sweet treat drink shop, Tap Tea Bar, that doubles as a late night ramen bar in Wrightsville Beach serving Boba or bubble tea filled with flavorful tapioca bubbles in refreshing flavor combinations. This hot or cold customizable Asian libation starts with your choice of a base and…

Be transported to the tropics year round at Sunset Bowls at Pine Valley with their fresh Acai, Ube, Dragon Fruit, Coconut Blue and Matcha bowls or smoothies! The flavor combinations are endless with so many fresh cut fruits and toppings to choose from like granola, Nutella, seeds, coconut flakes…

Newly opened in the Proximity Shopping Center, find Drift the place to sooth your coffee cravings along with some of the freshest, healthiest breakfast, and lunch items a short drive from Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Choose from premium breakfast bowls, hand helds and more including full coffee and…

Nestled under a spreading oak tree, Wrightsville Beach Brewery offers craft beer and great food, especially fresh, local seafood, in their brewpub and beer garden. Located just off Bradley Creek Waterway since 2016, the brewpub serves lunch, brunch and dinner with a children's menu. Enjoy dining…

Vicious Biscuit is a breakfast/brunch spot that serves delicious biscuit creations with classic southern twists. Try their biscuit topped with pimento cheese and drizzle of hot honey (The Fat Boy) or their biscuit drenched in sausage gravy and candied jalapeños (The Vicious). Well known for their…

Enjoy a fun spin on the classic pretzel at Croftons Pretzels, a unique casual dining spot located in an old gas station. This fun food spot lets you customize your own stuffed pretzel with savory or sweet fillings, from Nutella to buffalo chicken or grab a salted pretzel and dip as a snack! Wash…

The Bend is the perfect spot for visitors to feel like the ultimate local. Experience good food, good drinks, and a good time all in one place with regular live music, market pop-ups, and shuffleboard competitions. Grab a cold local beer from Parlour House and grab a delicious sandwich from Middle…

Sample five different types of hotdogs (including vegetarian) and thirteen fresh toppings for over 1,000 different combinations. The slaw and chili are made in store, in addition to vegetarian fixins' chopped fresh daily. There is something here for everyone to enjoy. The mom and pop charm, fresh…

Come enjoy a premium breakfast and lunch experience served with delicious high-end coffee and tea drinks at the Drift Cafe, located at the site of the historic Causeway Cafe. Founded by surfers who traveled the globe in search of health, well being and great waves, they drew inspiration from their…

Discover this unique bakery that puts a creative twist on the morning pastime, coffee and doughnuts. Wake N Bake not only offers doughnuts baked fresh each morning, but organic fair-trade coffees. Their flavors have to be seen to be believed with names like "Purple Rain" and "Wake n Bake" with…

Wilmington's original restaurant and brewery started in 1995, Front Street Brewery, offers delicious appetizers, lunch, dinner and weekend late night menus with craft beer at a great price, with their menu reaching beyond normal pub fare including a great kids menu. Their third floor was recently…

Grumpy Grandpa's Coffee was inspired by the owners' own grumpy grandpa, who had an unwavering love for a good cup of coffee. The shop carries on his legacy by serving great coffee and lattes, with a side of sarcasm, featuring a full espresso bar and a variety of delicious treats. Browse the local…

Discover Asian flavors as you have never sampled them before, a short drive from the Carolina Beach Boardwalk! Unlike their other Tap Tea Bar locations, this spot is serving new Asian-inspired favorites like Korean Popcorn Chicken and Loaded Furikake Fries. If you're not hungry and just want a…

Step off of the scenic Riverwalk and into a slice of heaven serving award winning Italian gelato (over 40 different rotating flavors), sorbet and other delicacies. This dog-friendly shop in a historic building also offers coffee, a selection of imported candies and a rotating selection of other…