Drinks

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…

Everyone's fan favorite from early risers to late night snackers, find this fresh-n-fast quick stop, including a full coffee and tea bar, on the way to the Wrightsville Beach seashore. Brain child of international surfers and friends, their offerings mirror the shops found close to some of the…

Find this one-stop shop for specialty wine, impossible to find beer, and the perfect cigar as you are driving into Wrightsville Beach. Whether it's a party, an afternoon at the beach, or a special dinner, they have it all-- including a dog-friendly Beer Garden in the back where you can enjoy some…

Explore Carolina Beach's first bottleshop for an interestingly curated array of craft beers and diverse wines by the glass or bottle, with 18 beer selections on tap. Island Beverage even has a dog-friendly Beer Garden. Their comfortable setting is kid and dog-friendly for you, your family and…

The Roasted Bookery is an independent bookstore and café tucked into Wilmington's Castle Street district, where literature meets community. Here you'll discover a thoughtfully curated selection of books by authors from the BIPOC, API, differently-abled, and queer communities - making it a…

Sip and savor some exquisite beers, wines and more from around the world just a bit off the beaten path a short drive from the Carolina Beach Boardwalk. This family owned business, surrounded by live oaks, is named for their three daughters' different hair colors (blonde, brunette and redhead)…

Offering the unique combination of bottle shop with beer and wine and a complex selection of local and international hot sauces all served with hometown hospitality by a family-owned, dog-friendly business. Their Sauce Wall is filled with some of the most outrageous hot sauces from the far corners…

Sip, shop, snack... browse unique handmade fossil jewelry while enjoying gourmet espresso and snacks or sandwiches. Serving quality French fare with flair-- choose from almond croissants in the morning to fresh lunch sandwiches on toasted baguettes. Grab a smoothie to enjoy on the beach, or…

Pomegranate Books is an independent bookstore run by avid readers in Wilmington, NC since 2005. They are located in the historic Borkenhagen House in the Winter Park neighborhood. They are known for stocking a carefully selected collection of literary and life enhancing titles for all ages and…

In the evenings, the woman-owned Perwink transforms into Free: A Mocktails & Moon Mylk Bar, a cozy, softly lit haven dedicated to coziness, communal gathering, and connection. Come and savor thoughtfully crafted beverages made without alcohol, yet full of inventive flavors, aromatics, and…

What started as a small coffee cart with a mission to make coffee fun and approachable for everyone has brewed into 2 brick-and-mortar coffee shops serving up specialty lattes that rotate with the seasons. This Oriole Drive location features a cozy outside hang with plenty of seating and a…

Periwink Boutique & Coffee Bar is a woman-owned business that puts woman-owned at the forefront of everything they source. From their coffee being roasted by a local female roaster, KALDI, to their espresso beans that are grown by women farmers in South America. They create delicious and…

What started as a small coffee cart with a mission to make coffee fun and approachable for everyone has brewed into a brick-and-mortar coffee shop serving up specialty lattes that rotate with the seasons. Be sure to try their popular Saltwater Cowboy - a brown sugar coconut latte with cold foam…

Now open in the Old Wilmington City Market, Market House Beer & Wine is your new go-to for great drinks and good vibes in the heart of downtown. Located in Downtown, this inviting spot features radiant riverfront views and a carefully curated selection of over 80 beers, 80 wines and non-alcoholic…

Discover a specialty store offering an eclectic mix of exotic spices, hard to find hand-mixed spice blends, oils, a variety of vinegars and much more. Find over 185 different loose leaf teas as well as delicious single origin, blended and flavored coffees. They also have a large selection of dips…

Offering an eclectic collection of organic and bulk foods, wines and beers (local and international) along with incredibly creamy fresh ice cream, delicious milkshakes and some of the freshest and most exotic coffee in town. In addition, the Gourmet Market now has a commercial humidor filled with…

Discover a dog friendly cozy wine shop specializing in hand-picked wines and beer from around the world on trendy Castle Street a short walk from historic downtown. Always find an eclectic mix of people, pets, wine and beer in this friendly neighborhood shop. Friday nights bring free wine tastings…