50 Best Coffee Shops near Wrightsville Beach

“My go to place when I’m in town! Every drink is excellent and the staff are all amazing! The honey lavender latte is 🔥!!“

“My breakfast and drink was delicious!“

“Wonderful local treasure with delicious pumpkin chai latte“

“Everything was perfect good staff ambiance“

“Welcoming, energetic employees and wonderful coffee! Blaise’s handshakes and smile are top notch! Thanks for a wonderful experience each and every visit! ❤️❤️❤️“

“Very welcoming and knowledgeable. The matcha - SO GOOD 🌹“

“dog friendly, great service, amazing drinks, what more could you ask for?“

“We were visiting from Michigan recently. And we were looking for a cool cafe. Down the street from where we were staying was Folks Cafe. We went in. OMG what a cool place. The owner Tammy is so nice and full of energy. We in fact went twice. If ever in the Wilmington area and looking for a cool, great food, great coffee and especially great friendly service FOLKS is the place.“

“Visited this morning on the way back home after getting subpar coffee somewhere else (which was dumped out). So glad we did! Great coffee and friendly staff and cute shop!“

“The coffee is great, the service is always quick, and the owner and employees are always happy to see you! It's Coffee Time is the only place in Wilmington I will go to get coffee. If not for the coffee, for the owner and the employees!“

“Really delicious coffees! We had a latte which was piping hot and a jack frost which was perfectly flavored but more tepid. They did not offer us cups for here which we would have preferred over paper ones. The interior of the bldg is worn/a lil dirty but the coffee is outstanding.“

“I really enjoy the people and the overall atmosphere here. Came to Grinders quite often when I first moved back to Wilmington. However, Grinders has always been on the high end for prices. Just got my first Dirty Chai over 8 dollars in Wilmington! I didn’t mind that it was made iced instead of hot as I requested but the prices are pretty ridiculous for the area. Go to Bespoke or Casablanca, get the same ambience and mucchhh more affordable coffee in my opinion!“

“I usually go to the Bean for coffee but just tried a smoothie yesterday. It was literally the best smoothie I have ever had. The lady at the window was super patient with my questions!!! I got the mango/strawberry. It was ridiculous!!!! Will definitely get that again.“

“Social Coffee & Supply Co. is such a cozy find in Wilmington. I came here for the first time a couple of days ago to meet friends for coffee and Bible study, and it was the perfect spot—central, easy to get to, and welcoming from the moment we walked in.

The vibe is a mix of cozy and modern, with enough seating for our group of five to sit comfortably (toddler included!) without feeling cramped or rushed. It’s the kind of place where you actually want to linger and have real conversation.

I also noticed it appears to be very dog friendly, which is a huge plus for anyone who loves to bring their pup along. Overall, a warm, community-friendly spot I’d definitely come back to for meetups with friends or if I had my dog with me.“

“This is the best place to have coffee, work and just take a minute to relax…“

“Customer Service is TOP NOTCH … the food Gluten free banana bread is fabulous!!! HOMEMADE caramel.. who does this they do.. not fake corn syrup here.. just WOW!“

“I had the Bombshell and it was AMAZING! 10/10 HIGHLY RECOMMEND 💯“

“Vicious Biscuit in Wilmington is the real deal! The biscuits are flaky and loaded just right, portions are perfect, and the fresh-squeezed OJ is on point. The staff show true southern hospitality friendly, attentive, and they make you feel welcome. Great atmosphere too, casual but lively. If you want brunch done right, this is the spot!“

“This is the best Starbucks in town! The accommodations inside are very comfortable with plenty of seating and style options. The outdoor patio is spacious and comfortable. A little loud right by the road, but that's unavoidable in Wilmington for the most part. The toilets are always clean. What I love most is the service here. Jen and Jessica are GREAT, along with the rest of the staff who are efficient. Always warm with a smile and friendly.“

“Casa Blanca is such a cute coffee shop. There is SO much seating, which makes it a great place to get some work done. There are indoor and outdoor seating areas. The coffee is very good also. I've had a latte and a drip. Both are tasty. The staff is friendly.“

“While there are many coffee shops in the area, Zola is truly cute and cozy. The service is outstanding – they even brought our coffee to us while we were browsing the lovely selection of books! I highly recommend trying their turmeric cinnamon latte with oat milk (made perfectly without syrup). And what was actually impressive- they make fresh turmeric shots from the root! Looks like it’s a wonderful place to hang out!“

“Love coffee, so Blue Cup Roastery is my place to go when I visit Wilmington. I highly recommend it.“

“Scooters was very quick and friendly! The food was spectacular and the coffee was even better. It is so nice to know it is locally owned so highly recommend over Starbucks! Also $1 for 3 delicious mini donuts!! Can’t beat it, and we will definitely be back!“

“I am going back tomorrow because the adult grilled cheese was just fabulous and I want to try everything. Vegan, vegetarian and gluten free options. Such a fabulous business with a fantastic staff.“

“THEY HAVE THE BEST GLAZED CROISSANTS I'VE EVER TASTED, ESPECIALLY THE BLUEBERRY AND KEY LIME FILLED CROISSANTS.“

“Was there on Saturday afternoon and was a great place to hang out. Preston the bartender was the best! Will be going back for sure!!“

“It's a very interesting franchise. It only takes two people working. No dine in. Order at the outside counter like they used to do at Dairy Queen's. There are tables to eat your food or drink your drink outside. They also have a drive-through which seems pretty popular. This particular location is next to Trader Joe's and the people there say it's quite good so we're giving it a try. My wife got the green Matcha blend without any flavoring and she says it's very good.
We also ordered some of the mini donuts but they were frozen so the manager came out and said they could substitute the blueberry muffins for it and give us a freebie also so we were satisfied with that .“

“Kylee Matzke isn’t just a Playa Bowls employee—she’s a smoothie-slinging, açaí-stacking legend. Her customer service? Absolutely out of this world. NASA called—they want to study it. Kylee’s the type of person who can turn your “meh” day into a magical fruit-filled adventure, all with a smile that could outshine the blender lights. Whether she’s recommending the perfect topping combo or just making you laugh while you wait, she brings a vibe so good it should be bottled and sold (with extra granola). Simply put, Kylee doesn’t just make bowls—she makes people’s days. Playa Bowls hit the jackpot with her!“

“This is the best place to have coffee, work and just take a minute to relax…“

“It was good. My experience at this location was as expected. Took a little longer than McDonalds, cost alot more than McDonald's, tasted alot better than McDonalds. I just need to stop drinking frappe and stick to black coffee from home lol“

“SO dank! The food is so clean!“

“If I go to Starbucks in Wilmington.. it’s usually the location @ 2018 16th Street.. I have always had great service here - friendly, patient & kind people… today was no exception… I went through the drive thru .. the voice on
The intercom was so friendly & welcoming… also very helpful…
Shout out to Janean ! ( I hope I spelled that right!) Thank you for making my day !! The world needs more people like you!
Whomever does the hiring for this location- you are certainly doing something right… great team !“

“This is the best coffee in Wilmington, coming from an avid coffee drinker.. They use Counter Culture coffee beans and always make it strong! Friendly, quick service and they offer a drive-thru. I have already tried almost every coffee shop in town and this one is still my favorite.“

“A wonderful time at the Starbucks across from Mayfaire. Great location for some night time studying and even better service. Catelynn is the best! Great demeanor when you first walk in the door. Customer service is so important for me and it’s the little things that matter the most. Her kindness to make sure I wasn’t charged more than I should for my modifications, all my discounts came off for stars, and overall care when making my drink, were truly appreciated. Keep up the kindness and amazing energy Catelynn! God bless you🖤🙏🏾“

“I love Dunkin’ coffee and have it daily. I was a bit disappointed that my coffee was served warm. It tasted good but I definitely like it better when it’s served hot.“

“This is one of the better Starbucks that I have been to in wilmington.Definitely the cleaner ones around, none of that nasty you need to clean the coffee maker tastes.The staff is quick and friendly Definitely 5 satrs for service but 3 stars for price.“

“Coffee shop in the morning, bar at night. This place is on another level. Quiet, chill, moody. Great morning coffee menu. Staff was friendly and facility was clean. Lots of different seating, couches, bar, tables. Indoor and outdoor seating available on the patio Lots of parking. Can’t say I would bring kids here even in the morning. Looking forward to bringing my husband here and experiencing it as a cocktail bar at night sometime soon!“

“I had been a customer of Starbucks for decades and I was absolutely thrilled when they decided to start having stores down here in North Carolina! Where else can you go and have great coffee and great WiFi while talking to super nice people that you just meant . I have never been to a bad one ever! I highly recommend this place to all!!“

“Oh my gosh! My visit to PCJ today was the highlight of my morning. My iced latte was so good, I just love their little ice cubes! They're just so good for my teeth 😂 My daughter loved her smoothie. The staff was so friendly, props to Eva for the delicious drinks today. I will definitely be coming back! 😁“

“Starbucks is finally staying open until 10:00! Great service, atmosphere; and......of course, great coffee!“

“Rebecca and crew were working this morning. Completely turned around my mood, they were so joyful and energetic! Along with that, I didn’t know what I wanted so they hooked me up with the perfect drink! I hope the managers of this Starbucks know how great of a help she is!“

“This is an awesome establishment! There is a great community of people here and it has a great energy! Come down and vibe with us!“

“We LOVE our walks to Drift for lemon loaf and lattes. The staff is so kind to my preschooler. It’s his favorite thing to do on a fall morning :)“

“App was so easy to use, I downloaded it on the way to the store and ordered in line and our order was ready by the time we arrived at the drive thru. As always the drinks were delicious and made the way we ordered them.

Dietary restrictions: Lactose intolerant people are able to get food and drink without having issues“

“This was a morning rush of so many online orders and vehicles. I decided to go in since I was in a punch for time. I ordered 2 drinks and 2 pastries and felt like I was only in there for 5 mins. My only complaint: please clean off your equipment well if you know you are making a tea. Us tea drinkers can smell the old coffee ground from a mile away which then ruins my overly priced tea. Also, learn to mix your matcha powder before incorporating it in the latte. Clumps of matcha in the end gulp is never a texture one expects. But, I tip my hat to the chaos that was going on with the morning rush and every single worker had a smile on their face and PHENOMENAL customer service.“

“I love these shakes! I usually have them for lunch. it feels so good in my belly. and they taste freaking amazing! my favorite is snickers! it tastes like it's so bad for you, but it's a wonderful healthy meal. or just have it as a snack.“

“Was gifted a drink from a friend on 10/30/25. She brought it to me at a place I was volunteering. Unfortunately, it tasted so bitter and not good. It was an iced latte. I called to tell what happened and ask if I could come get a replacement when I was finished . The person I spoke to was extremely rude asking for a receipt (it was bought by a friend for me). I told her I didn’t have a receipt but I could bring the drink back . She then asked me the name of the person who bought it. I told she paid cash at the drive thru so she wasn’t asked her name. I had to go so I just said “forget it” . I was so aggravated so I called this morning. I spoke to Georgia. I explained what happened, and without hesitation she told me to come for a replacement. She was so friendly. I really appreciated Georgia’s desire to help me!!“

“I rarely give reviews but I wanted to thank one amazing ‘barista ‘ ,her name is Grace . With Grace, you always get not only a great cup of whatever coffee you may choose ,but , a very unique customer service . If you watch her crafting your order ,you can see how much care she puts in it ,and , the satisfaction she gets in offering the very best.Always welcoming with a smile and good manners. Thank you Grace for making me feel as I were back home ,in Italy ,with a tasty latte made by you.“