Jordan and Christopher's Guidebook
Food scene
Every time a new place opens, Chris & I make sure we try it so we know where to & where not to go! Ask us anything because I’m sure we have been there (if not, it’s on our list to still try - new places every single week 🫠)
We designed this coffee shop!!!
(BrickandBarley Design Co. @brick_and_barley)
1942 Moss Street, inside The Garden Shop on Moss st behind Mess Hall!
THE BEST COFFEE!!!
A MUST visit!!!
Brighter Days Coffee
We designed this coffee shop!!!
(BrickandBarley Design Co. @brick_and_barley)
1942 Moss Street, inside The Garden Shop on Moss st behind Mess Hall!
THE BEST COFFEE!!!
A MUST visit!!!
IF YOU ARE AT OUR DOWNTOWN SPACES - (The Glass Garden or The Plastic Peach) this is literally 3 houses down across the street - AN ABSOLUTE MUST ☺️
Olivero
IF YOU ARE AT OUR DOWNTOWN SPACES - (The Glass Garden or The Plastic Peach) this is literally 3 houses down across the street - AN ABSOLUTE MUST ☺️
BAKERY - Absolutely the most precious as ever little bakery!!! They have lemonades and some coffee choices too!! Such a great little shop to swing into!
The Jelly Cabinet
BAKERY - Absolutely the most precious as ever little bakery!!! They have lemonades and some coffee choices too!! Such a great little shop to swing into!
DINNER - Our favorite pizza place in town! The food is really quirky, but AMAZING! Highly recommend choosing more than one pizza choice and getting your pizza split in half just to try more than one kind.
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Benny's Big Time Pizzeria
206 Greenfield StDINNER - Our favorite pizza place in town! The food is really quirky, but AMAZING! Highly recommend choosing more than one pizza choice and getting your pizza split in half just to try more than one kind.
DINNER - Quirky little themed restaurant. We would like to say it is worth a visit!
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Poe's Tavern - Wrightsville Beach
212 Causeway DrDINNER - Quirky little themed restaurant. We would like to say it is worth a visit!
BREAKFAST/DESSERT - THE BEST DONUTS AROUND, you have to get at least one before you go! They have all different crazy kinds, and you will never regret the one you choose.
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Wake N Bake Donuts - Wilmington
114 Princess StBREAKFAST/DESSERT - THE BEST DONUTS AROUND, you have to get at least one before you go! They have all different crazy kinds, and you will never regret the one you choose.
DINNER - $$$$$$ but the most popular $$$$ restaurant around
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Rx Restaurant and Bar
421 Castle StDINNER - $$$$$$ but the most popular $$$$ restaurant around
BREAKFAST - Super easy breakfast pit stop if you are looking for an “on-the-go”
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Beach Bagels
7220 Wrightsville AveBREAKFAST - Super easy breakfast pit stop if you are looking for an “on-the-go”
LATE NIGHT GRUB - This is literally a hole in the wall, no seriously, an actual hole..in a wall. This is outside of Satellite bar (which is also really cool). You need to try their nachos (with no meat even). They are so very good and it's such a cool little place. We love it.
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Block Taco
120 Greenfield StLATE NIGHT GRUB - This is literally a hole in the wall, no seriously, an actual hole..in a wall. This is outside of Satellite bar (which is also really cool). You need to try their nachos (with no meat even). They are so very good and it's such a cool little place. We love it.
DINNER - Ok, like this is one of the top best diner burgers. The place is super adorable also.
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Winnie's Tavern
1895 Burnett BlvdDINNER - Ok, like this is one of the top best diner burgers. The place is super adorable also.
LUNCH/DINNER - OUR FAVORITE MEXICAN FOOD PLACE - We always get the fajitas! (splitting an order is actually plenty for two people!)
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K38 Baja Grill
5410 Oleander DrLUNCH/DINNER - OUR FAVORITE MEXICAN FOOD PLACE - We always get the fajitas! (splitting an order is actually plenty for two people!)
This is a MUST visit. Dining is right on the beach, literally, and the food is SO GOOD. This is such an amazing place to go during sunset. Highly recommend. Sit outside on the deck, it is a must.
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Oceanic
703 S Lumina AveThis is a MUST visit. Dining is right on the beach, literally, and the food is SO GOOD. This is such an amazing place to go during sunset. Highly recommend. Sit outside on the deck, it is a must.
DINNER- This is the beach location of Baja Grill essentially. It's honestly one of our favorites and you can trust the food is ALWAYS good. Get the queso.
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Tower 7 Baja Mexican Grill
4 N Lumina AveDINNER- This is the beach location of Baja Grill essentially. It's honestly one of our favorites and you can trust the food is ALWAYS good. Get the queso.
DESSERT - MY FAVORITE ICE-CREAM PLACE (ok yes it is gelato, but like same thing okay?) and the place itself is absolutely precious!! The icecream is to freaking die for. So incredible! You have to try it!!
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Gelarto
18 S Water StDESSERT - MY FAVORITE ICE-CREAM PLACE (ok yes it is gelato, but like same thing okay?) and the place itself is absolutely precious!! The icecream is to freaking die for. So incredible! You have to try it!!
DINNER or JUST DESSERT- THIS IS A MUST VISIT. This super unique spot is AMAZING. The food is incredible and the service is great. It makes going to dinner an experience and event rather than just eating. It is on the expensive side (you’ll probably spend like $60 for two people), but you get so much and dessert!! If you are here it is worth the stop.
PS. They are usually booked up BUT you can come and sit at the bar with little to no wait. You can also split pretty much everything on the menu and have plenty.
&& the dresscode isn’t exactly fancy if you don’t feel like dressing up.
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Little Dipper Fondue
138 S Front StDINNER or JUST DESSERT- THIS IS A MUST VISIT. This super unique spot is AMAZING. The food is incredible and the service is great. It makes going to dinner an experience and event rather than just eating. It is on the expensive side (you’ll probably spend like $60 for two people), but you get so much and dessert!! If you are here it is worth the stop.
PS. They are usually booked up BUT you can come and sit at the bar with little to no wait. You can also split pretty much everything on the menu and have plenty.
&& the dresscode isn’t exactly fancy if you don’t feel like dressing up.
DINNER - $$
food here is top notch && sunset here is an amazing treat! I have heard (and experienced) that The George downtown on the water is the best sunset view, but I think this takes one of the top 3 spots for sunset views while dining. (The George is like bottom three no lie)
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Smoke on the Water
3704 Watercraft Ferry AveDINNER - $$
food here is top notch && sunset here is an amazing treat! I have heard (and experienced) that The George downtown on the water is the best sunset view, but I think this takes one of the top 3 spots for sunset views while dining. (The George is like bottom three no lie)
DINNER - Not only is the food great BUT the atmosphere is to die for. This is an EXPERIENCE rather than just a meal. Dine outside for what feels like a very Disney-theme-parked attraction. We recommend getting the appetizer sampler and wanted to let you know they mean business when it comes to spicy. Anticipate things being spicier than notated but otherwise really good.
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Indochine Restaurant
7 Wayne DrDINNER - Not only is the food great BUT the atmosphere is to die for. This is an EXPERIENCE rather than just a meal. Dine outside for what feels like a very Disney-theme-parked attraction. We recommend getting the appetizer sampler and wanted to let you know they mean business when it comes to spicy. Anticipate things being spicier than notated but otherwise really good.
BRUNCH & more -
This is OUR FAVORITE for brunch because it’s a really amazing little spot and no one really is there during this time so it is super relaxing and the BREAKFAST BISCUITS ARE TO DIE FOR
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Seabird
1 South Front StreetBRUNCH & more -
This is OUR FAVORITE for brunch because it’s a really amazing little spot and no one really is there during this time so it is super relaxing and the BREAKFAST BISCUITS ARE TO DIE FOR
Tarantelli's
102 S 2nd StDINNER - $$ to $$$
hands down the best Italian in town
tacobaby
125 Grace StreetLUNCH/DINNER - The vibes here are to die for and make sure you try the guac and queso
DINNER - our ABSOLUTE favorite
Our GO TOs are their GOAT guac, Pollo Empanadas, and Coconut Shrimp
Simply the most elite dining, everything is incredible
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Ceviche's
7210 Wrightsville AveDINNER - our ABSOLUTE favorite
Our GO TOs are their GOAT guac, Pollo Empanadas, and Coconut Shrimp
Simply the most elite dining, everything is incredible
DINNER - $$$ pretty pricey but really incredible, worth it + outdoor seating and right next to New Anthem Brewery
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True Blue Butcher and Barrel
110 Greenfield StreetDINNER - $$$ pretty pricey but really incredible, worth it + outdoor seating and right next to New Anthem Brewery
three10
1022 North 4th StreetANYTIME - $ Food is reallllllly good, atmosphere isn’t quite as good but the staff is insanely friendly and you can sit outside, still highly recommend
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Castle Street Kitchen
509 Castle StreetANYTIME - $ Food is reallllllly good, atmosphere isn’t quite as good but the staff is insanely friendly and you can sit outside, still highly recommend
DINNER - $ up & coming brooklyn arts district area
They have just outdoor seating, so more of a grab & go situation
Pizzeria Don Luca
1215 North 4th StreetDINNER - $ up & coming brooklyn arts district area
They have just outdoor seating, so more of a grab & go situation
$$ - DINNER - SUPER cool upstairs loft spot (2 levels). Sushi, cocktails, and amazing atmosphere - can’t beat it!!!
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Yosake Downtown Sushi Lounge
33 S Front St$$ - DINNER - SUPER cool upstairs loft spot (2 levels). Sushi, cocktails, and amazing atmosphere - can’t beat it!!!
I have no words - have their ice cream, report back 🤤🤤🤤
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Kohl's Frozen Custard
92 S Lumina AveI have no words - have their ice cream, report back 🤤🤤🤤
Adorable as all heck sammy shop! Also great if you want to grab lunch and work at a table during lunch hour.
The Half
510 1/2 Red Cross StreetAdorable as all heck sammy shop! Also great if you want to grab lunch and work at a table during lunch hour.
Townie favorite in the Cargo District - just truly a fun little “grilled cheese” shop
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CheeseSmith
624 South 17th StreetTownie favorite in the Cargo District - just truly a fun little “grilled cheese” shop
Sauce'd
224 South Water StreetCockatils + Fries + on the water. I literally feel like that’s enough said.
BRUNCH - $ I cannot stress enough how much I love their brunch. It’s too good, please trust me!
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Spoonfed Kitchen & Bake Shop
1930 Eastwood RoadBRUNCH - $ I cannot stress enough how much I love their brunch. It’s too good, please trust me!
DINNER - This is THE BEST GRILLED CHICKEN SAMMICH IN TOWN and their service is amazing. We appreciate them way too much.
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Waterman's Brewing
1610 Pavilion PlDINNER - This is THE BEST GRILLED CHICKEN SAMMICH IN TOWN and their service is amazing. We appreciate them way too much.
LUNCH (?) $ - Okay, so let’s face it, it doesn’t look the nicest and the atmosphere is lowkey a 2/10 -
But the pretzels are to die for. Like you can get a loaded baked potato or a cherry pie filled one and it’s just insanely good. The prices are fantastic too. Just swing in and grab something fun and go eat at a park.
Crofton's Pretzels
LUNCH (?) $ - Okay, so let’s face it, it doesn’t look the nicest and the atmosphere is lowkey a 2/10 -
But the pretzels are to die for. Like you can get a loaded baked potato or a cherry pie filled one and it’s just insanely good. The prices are fantastic too. Just swing in and grab something fun and go eat at a park.
Prost Biergarten
Brand new german spot downtown!
BREAKFAST / LUNCH / DINNER - burger joint called Mess Hall at the Cargo Dist extension near Ruff Draft!! Super awesome little place and hop’n with life right now! VEGAN OPTIONS!
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Mess Hall ILM
2136 Hutchison LnBREAKFAST / LUNCH / DINNER - burger joint called Mess Hall at the Cargo Dist extension near Ruff Draft!! Super awesome little place and hop’n with life right now! VEGAN OPTIONS!
LUNCH/DINNER: $$ - Second best poke in the area! Zekes Beans and Bowls reigns best but Zekes is only open till 4PM
Pipeline Poke
LUNCH/DINNER: $$ - Second best poke in the area! Zekes Beans and Bowls reigns best but Zekes is only open till 4PM
BREAKFAST - $
BEST, by FAR, Greasy Spoon breakfast in town. Service is absolutely stellar and the food is bomb. Get yourself the biscuits!! Also make sure you HAVE CASH - they don’t take cc or debit.
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Goody Goody Omelet House
3817 Market StBREAKFAST - $
BEST, by FAR, Greasy Spoon breakfast in town. Service is absolutely stellar and the food is bomb. Get yourself the biscuits!! Also make sure you HAVE CASH - they don’t take cc or debit.
BREAKFAST - $$ TOP FREAKN NOTCH breakfast and brunch - just trust me!!!
You best get the blueberry hushpuppies!!!
Blueberry’s Grill
BREAKFAST - $$ TOP FREAKN NOTCH breakfast and brunch - just trust me!!!
You best get the blueberry hushpuppies!!!
The Green House Restaurant
DINNER - $$$ best god’dang food ever and it’s all like GF and Vegan
BREAKFAST / LUNCH / DINNER: Adorable little literal-hole-in-the-wall pizza place that also serves bagels for breakfast and soft-serve ice cream!!! So amazing!! Tip-less establishment, actually pays their workers, super cool.
Salita Pizza
BREAKFAST / LUNCH / DINNER: Adorable little literal-hole-in-the-wall pizza place that also serves bagels for breakfast and soft-serve ice cream!!! So amazing!! Tip-less establishment, actually pays their workers, super cool.
Little Loaf Bakery and Schoolhouse
Cutest little bakery and coffee shop! Pastries are to die for!
Ponysaurus Brewing Co.
Fun little pizza shop / brewery!
Sightseeing
If it's a nice day, we highly suggest a walk downtown and on the riverwalk!
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Wilmington Riverwalk
Wilmington Downtown RiverwalkIf it's a nice day, we highly suggest a walk downtown and on the riverwalk!
Absolutely a MUST visit in Wilmington.
This is such a unique little area with food and shops and there is so much to explore (still developing)
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The Cargo District
1605 Queen StAbsolutely a MUST visit in Wilmington.
This is such a unique little area with food and shops and there is so much to explore (still developing)
Brooklyn Arts Center
516 N 4th StBrooklyn Arts District - must see! Up& coming
SODA POP DISTRICT - couldn’t get that to load as the area but there are shops, markets, breweries and places to eat! Still growing!
Hi-Wire Brewing - Wilmington
SODA POP DISTRICT - couldn’t get that to load as the area but there are shops, markets, breweries and places to eat! Still growing!
EXTENDED CARGO DISTRICT AREA - just more shops and places to eat / drink!
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Mess Hall ILM
2136 Hutchison LnEXTENDED CARGO DISTRICT AREA - just more shops and places to eat / drink!
Castle Street Kitchen
CASTLE STREET DISTRICT - Food & Coffee (couple shops too!)
Activities
You can rent so many different things here - stand up paddle board (SUP), bikes, kayaks, etc!
It's like $20/hour of SUP, but it is on the inter coastal, right up against the ocean (filled with jellyfish - so cool!)
Definitely worth checking out.
https://www.wrightsvillesup.com/about
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Wrightsville SUP
96 W Salisbury StYou can rent so many different things here - stand up paddle board (SUP), bikes, kayaks, etc!
It's like $20/hour of SUP, but it is on the inter coastal, right up against the ocean (filled with jellyfish - so cool!)
Definitely worth checking out.
https://www.wrightsvillesup.com/about
This is now one of the only two places you can go to play beach volleyball. Chris and I actually play competitively here, so if you go, you might see us! Call ahead to see if they have any pick-up courts available.
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Capt'n Bill's Backyard Grill
4240 Market StThis is now one of the only two places you can go to play beach volleyball. Chris and I actually play competitively here, so if you go, you might see us! Call ahead to see if they have any pick-up courts available.
A little outdated but for $12/person it isn't a bad trip!
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North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher
900 Loggerhead RdA little outdated but for $12/person it isn't a bad trip!
Haven't been yet, but you get to throw axes around, so I'd say it is a cool place to go!
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Axes & Allies
1122 S 3rd StHaven't been yet, but you get to throw axes around, so I'd say it is a cool place to go!
Regal Mayfaire Cinemas
900 Town Center DrThe seats are full out recliners, need I say more?
The seats are also awesome here, but not recline-able. BUT TUESDAYS ARE $6 MOVIE DAYS!
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The Pointe 14
2223 Blockbuster RdThe seats are also awesome here, but not recline-able. BUT TUESDAYS ARE $6 MOVIE DAYS!
Thalian Hall
310 Chestnut StThis is actually worth a trip to, super gorgeous and a great little walk about on a nice day.
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Airlie Gardens
300 Airlie RdThis is actually worth a trip to, super gorgeous and a great little walk about on a nice day.
Weirdly large little amusement park with putt-putt, go carts, water slides, and I believe an arcade.
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Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park
5320 Oleander DrWeirdly large little amusement park with putt-putt, go carts, water slides, and I believe an arcade.
Roller Derby events happen here!
Check it out!
https://www.capefearrollergirls.com/bout-schedule
7207 Ogden Business Ln
7207 Ogden Business LaneRoller Derby events happen here!
Check it out!
https://www.capefearrollergirls.com/bout-schedule
New location for comedy house! Check out their show info:
https://deadcrowcomedy-com.seatengine.com
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Dead Crow Comedy Room
511 N 3rd StNew location for comedy house! Check out their show info:
https://deadcrowcomedy-com.seatengine.com
Palate Bottle Shop & Reserve
1007 N 4th StAdorable little Cargo District shop you can hang and grab wine at
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Bottles Natural Wine & Craft Beer
615 South 15th StreetAdorable little Cargo District shop you can hang and grab wine at
CREATED BY A DISNEY IMAGINEER!! - Just SO MUCH FUN - make sure to call in advance to get show tickets (dinner & a show place)
The Sorrow Drowner
19 South 10th StreetCREATED BY A DISNEY IMAGINEER!! - Just SO MUCH FUN - make sure to call in advance to get show tickets (dinner & a show place)
Some really great lowkey concerts happens here like weekly (summer/spring)
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Greenfield Lake Amphitheater
1941 Amphitheatre DrSome really great lowkey concerts happens here like weekly (summer/spring)
new concert venue with BIG names & outdoor seating - really fantastic
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Riverfront Park
North Water Streetnew concert venue with BIG names & outdoor seating - really fantastic
Super cute local all-the-time farmer’s market! Usually there is a food truck and their bar on Friday nights!
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Port City Produce
6250 Market StreetSuper cute local all-the-time farmer’s market! Usually there is a food truck and their bar on Friday nights!
Coffee Shops
WE DESIGNED THIS COFFEE SHOP!
A MUST visit for the best coffee / designs / and service!!!
Brighter Days Coffee
WE DESIGNED THIS COFFEE SHOP!
A MUST visit for the best coffee / designs / and service!!!
Again! Another favorite! The specialty coffees are a MUST TRY and parking is FREE!!
Definitely a hidden gem!
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Luna Caffe
608 Castle StAgain! Another favorite! The specialty coffees are a MUST TRY and parking is FREE!!
Definitely a hidden gem!
Coffee is so incredible (amazing deep roast!) and the space is so cute! Just a ~10 minute walk from the downtown spaces (The Plastic Peach and The Glass Garden). Their outdoor space is even more amazing! Try the Marlboro Man or the T-Rex 😍
Hidden Grounds Coffee
Coffee is so incredible (amazing deep roast!) and the space is so cute! Just a ~10 minute walk from the downtown spaces (The Plastic Peach and The Glass Garden). Their outdoor space is even more amazing! Try the Marlboro Man or the T-Rex 😍
One of our favorite coffee shops - very down to earth with REALLY great coffee and coffee spin-offs. This place has such a home-y feel and you can usually find a table.
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24 South Coffee House
24 S Front StOne of our favorite coffee shops - very down to earth with REALLY great coffee and coffee spin-offs. This place has such a home-y feel and you can usually find a table.
Lowkey, coffee is meh - but it’s definitely got a influencer vibe. 🫣 bar in the evening!
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Bespoke Coffee & Dry Goods
202 Princess StLowkey, coffee is meh - but it’s definitely got a influencer vibe. 🫣 bar in the evening!
Maroon monkey (formally Cheeky Monkey) is my GO-TO usually, especially because they have outlets everywhere to use to work there, I always find parking in front, and they are the nicest! Love their seasonal specials!
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Cheeky Monkey Coffee
124 S Front StMaroon monkey (formally Cheeky Monkey) is my GO-TO usually, especially because they have outlets everywhere to use to work there, I always find parking in front, and they are the nicest! Love their seasonal specials!
A literal drive through and it’s adorable, absolutely love this place and the coffee is always 🤌🏻🤌🏻
Blue Cup Roastery
348 Hutchison LaneA literal drive through and it’s adorable, absolutely love this place and the coffee is always 🤌🏻🤌🏻
YOU CAN VIEW THE OCEAN FROM HERE. This alone makes it a great coffee shop.
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SUNdays Surf Cafe
708 B S Lumina AveYOU CAN VIEW THE OCEAN FROM HERE. This alone makes it a great coffee shop.
This is one of our "smoothies on a beach day, treat yo'self" places
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The Workshop
86 Waynick BlvdThis is one of our "smoothies on a beach day, treat yo'self" places
The food here is super good and so is the coffee - hipster x20 and it's just all great
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Casa Blanca Coffee Roasters
7409 Market StThe food here is super good and so is the coffee - hipster x20 and it's just all great
DRINKS - ok, you caught me! It isn't a coffee shop, but it is a little drink spot so I had to add it here. It's a little cute place nearby that sells bubble tea (all freaking kinds!). This is such a great place to pick up a little refresher!
Tap Tea Bar
250 Racine DrDRINKS - ok, you caught me! It isn't a coffee shop, but it is a little drink spot so I had to add it here. It's a little cute place nearby that sells bubble tea (all freaking kinds!). This is such a great place to pick up a little refresher!
WALKABLE FROM THE GLASS GARDEN & THE PEACH -
Make sure to get a vanilla lavender or ask them to make a raspberry peppermint mocha
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Luna Caffe
608 Castle StWALKABLE FROM THE GLASS GARDEN & THE PEACH -
Make sure to get a vanilla lavender or ask them to make a raspberry peppermint mocha
4 LOCATIONS - Downtown, Wrightsville Beach, Mayfair Mall & on Eastwood road
Their breakfast bowls are like way too good honestly
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Drift Coffee & Kitchen
110 Dungannon Blvd4 LOCATIONS - Downtown, Wrightsville Beach, Mayfair Mall & on Eastwood road
Their breakfast bowls are like way too good honestly
Super cute coffee shop - literally in a neighborhood - (2 locations!! 1 super close to The Swan on Oriole dr)
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Social Coffee and Supply Co.
5317 Wrightsville AveSuper cute coffee shop - literally in a neighborhood - (2 locations!! 1 super close to The Swan on Oriole dr)
They have 2 locations!!! But literally THE SWEETEST PEOPLE ever and honestly some of the best roasted/brewed coffee in town!
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The Roastery
24 S 16th StThey have 2 locations!!! But literally THE SWEETEST PEOPLE ever and honestly some of the best roasted/brewed coffee in town!
Not a coffee shop but like what other genre do I have? Haha their bubble tea is simply just amazing. Such a pick-me-up!!
Tap Tea Bar Downtown
Not a coffee shop but like what other genre do I have? Haha their bubble tea is simply just amazing. Such a pick-me-up!!
Shopping
Best shopping mall in the area. Fairly brand new, in a great neighborhood and area (close to the beach!) with most of your shopping favorites.
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Mayfaire
6835 Conservation WayBest shopping mall in the area. Fairly brand new, in a great neighborhood and area (close to the beach!) with most of your shopping favorites.
Amazing little shop - I think it's more a millennial type vibe (we love it)
They have so much! Like games / clothes / records
It’s a must-visit and check out our in-store artwork (brick and barley). They’ve done a few photo shoots with them and we love them to death there. TELL THEM WE SENT YOU 🫶
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Modern Legend
130 N Front StAmazing little shop - I think it's more a millennial type vibe (we love it)
They have so much! Like games / clothes / records
It’s a must-visit and check out our in-store artwork (brick and barley). They’ve done a few photo shoots with them and we love them to death there. TELL THEM WE SENT YOU 🫶
Really laid back record store with much more!!! Matt, the owner, is one of the absolute nicest people you will ever meet! We rescued a dog off the highway and Matt paid for all her medical treatments and his mom adopted her! (Her name is Eloise or “El”) Tell him we sent you!! 🫶
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Gravity Records
612 Castle StReally laid back record store with much more!!! Matt, the owner, is one of the absolute nicest people you will ever meet! We rescued a dog off the highway and Matt paid for all her medical treatments and his mom adopted her! (Her name is Eloise or “El”) Tell him we sent you!! 🫶
This is where I purchase our shower bundles for the Airbnb! This place is amazing and run by the best people around. Usually you can find them at a local farmer's market or pop up shop, and you need to get flowers from them because they are amazing.
Mother of Wild a Flower House & Event Co
167 Porters Neck RdThis is where I purchase our shower bundles for the Airbnb! This place is amazing and run by the best people around. Usually you can find them at a local farmer's market or pop up shop, and you need to get flowers from them because they are amazing.
The BEST place to get vintage clothing.
It’s pricey, sure, but it’s authentic and at the very least worth looking around
Walking distance from The Glass Garden and The Plastic Peach
Second Skin Vintage
1015 Castle StThe BEST place to get vintage clothing.
It’s pricey, sure, but it’s authentic and at the very least worth looking around
Walking distance from The Glass Garden and The Plastic Peach
Bodega
1222 S 3rd StYou have to visit if you are in Wilmy - too much to say here
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The Cargo District
1605 Queen StYou have to visit if you are in Wilmy - too much to say here
Edge of Urge
18 Market StHippie central. You can find me here.
On Castle St!!
Super adorable little vintage shop with incredibly curated items. A must visit! (Kinda gives New Orleans vibes)
Jess James + Co.
511 Castle StreetOn Castle St!!
Super adorable little vintage shop with incredibly curated items. A must visit! (Kinda gives New Orleans vibes)
Boutique shop on the main strip (they just opened up shop in this location! Amazing business owner too!!)
Hues of Violet
Boutique shop on the main strip (they just opened up shop in this location! Amazing business owner too!!)
One of my favorite little shops filled with books, some vintage clothing, and records. The staff is amazing too! Such an eclectic experience.
The Fuzzy Needle Records & Books
One of my favorite little shops filled with books, some vintage clothing, and records. The staff is amazing too! Such an eclectic experience.
Local Grocery & Essentials to our Listing
Essentials shopping
Lidl
1451 Eastwood RdClosest Walmart (6 min from The Swan) / one in Porter’s Neck is way nicer
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Walmart Supercenter
5135 Carolina Beach RdClosest Walmart (6 min from The Swan) / one in Porter’s Neck is way nicer
Costco Wholesale
5351 Gingerwood DrTarget
4711 New Centre DrT.J. Maxx
341 S College RdHarris Teeter
3501 Oleander DrClosest HT to The Glass Garden & The Plastic Peach
Whole Foods Market
3804 Oleander DrBars
You get wristbands here to try as many different beers and wines you wish (a lot of local beers and wines). They also have board games if you want to snag one.
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Pour Taproom
201 N Front StYou get wristbands here to try as many different beers and wines you wish (a lot of local beers and wines). They also have board games if you want to snag one.
This is such a local favorite! They have old school arcade games (pinball, basketball, skee-ball, darts, foosball etc)
This place is an absolute blast and you won't regret it.
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Blue Post Billiards
15 S Water StThis is such a local favorite! They have old school arcade games (pinball, basketball, skee-ball, darts, foosball etc)
This place is an absolute blast and you won't regret it.
Seriously this bar is super cool, and they have a back like garden-open area type deal with lights and corn-hole. + a stage where they usually have some great live music. All-around awesome.
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Satellite Bar and Lounge
120 Greenfield StSeriously this bar is super cool, and they have a back like garden-open area type deal with lights and corn-hole. + a stage where they usually have some great live music. All-around awesome.
This place is brand-spanking new, and also super cool. This is in the new 15th street cargo district, which is very up and coming.
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Alcove Beer Garden
348 Hutchison LnThis place is brand-spanking new, and also super cool. This is in the new 15th street cargo district, which is very up and coming.
Coglin’s Wilmington
206 Market StBrand new 80s themed bar
Blind Elephant
21 N Front StSuper cool speakeasy themed bar.
Cloud 9 Rooftop Bar
9 Estell Lee PlGO HERE AT SUNSET - thank me later
Ruff Draft
It’s a bar with dogs, you can’t go wrong. That’s it. That’s all I have to say.
Really fun ciders to try, the inside is o-k but they have fire pits outside so that’s chill
Bull City Ciderworks-ILM & Pig City Brewing Co.
Really fun ciders to try, the inside is o-k but they have fire pits outside so that’s chill
The Starling Bar
1612 Queen StreetNew place downtown near the cargo district, great little seating areas and I believe they are like the only place that sells mead in town.
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Fermental
600 Market StNew place downtown near the cargo district, great little seating areas and I believe they are like the only place that sells mead in town.
Really small and intimate bar that’s more classy and really well put together! Their bathroom is clean too so always a plus!
Banter
Really small and intimate bar that’s more classy and really well put together! Their bathroom is clean too so always a plus!