This was such a cute coffee shop right in the middle of Kitty Hawk, NC. It was a little tricky to figure out the parking situation, and the interior of this building is quite tiny and packed full of things for sale, but, that is the whole charm of the place. They have wonderful espresso drinks (I tried a raspberry mocha), a large selection of pastries, and even some ice cream sandwiches. I want to know that they had options for all dietary requirements which I love! They had a local artist painting in the interior of the store. There was lots of local art for sale and jewelry plus stickers and postcards, etc. it was our final stop during our Outer Banks trip and I would absolutely recommend it. read more

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Love this coffee spot!! If you're looking for beachy coastal vibes while in the OBX this is the place to go. The coffee is great, the flavors are unique and honestly the prices are the most affordable on the OBX. when it comes to good quality coffee with cool flavor combinations this is a great place!! My boyfriend got the blackberry cobbler matcha with white chocolate and blackberry and it was DELISH!!!! I got the Lebanese blonde with latte which has pistachio and cinnamon. They have dairy alternatives for those of you who want oat or almond milk. The plus side if they sell art from local artists and you can look while you wait. read more

Ashley’s Espresso Parlour - Blackberry cobbler matcha and Lebanese blonde latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina

Great hidden gem! A friend recommend it. It doesn't look like much on the outside, but the inside makes up for it. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. It was pretty crowded, but service was super fast. A lot to choose from! There were also crafts and paintings among other things for sale. 2 drip flavored coffees. A little strong for me, but you can put as much cream in it as you want. Prices are very reasonable. And you get 1 free refill with the house coffees. Will definitely go back when I return in the fall! read more

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Despite long lines service was fast, friendly and efficient. My Lebanese Blonde (pistachio and cinnamon) iced latte was well crafted and delicious. Interior is adorable sparking guests creativity. read more

Ashley’s Espresso Parlour - Interior - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina

Popular coffee shop in Kill Devil Hills with excellent coffee, matcha lattes, and pastries! We stopped here after beach yoga and found a parking spot out front. Due to the line, we anticipated a longer wait. We ordered at the counter and planned to view the artwork and gifts for sale. Before we could, our order was already completed. We stayed to check out some of the items before leaving. The cafe is a little cramped so not a great option for dining in. It's perfect for ordering to-go. read more

Ashley’s Espresso Parlour - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina

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Day four of our coffee tour and Ashley's didn't disappoint. Smooth dark drip served hot no frill and delish! The only thing smoother than the coffee was the vibe - casual and relaxed with a few seats, local art on the walls! Definitely in our top 3! read more

The coffee shop is very cute. There are some small items for sell, mostly artsy items and some jewelry. The coffee was just good, nothing exceptional. The barista taking our order was overly rude. overall experience is 4/5. read more

Ashley’s Espresso Parlour - Iced honey latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina

New here? This place is BUSY - come ready to wait in line, we were outside the door on a Monday morning around 9. But it is adorable inside, plenty of merchandise to browse before and after you order. I wish they had a few more options for baked goods, but enjoyed the banana nut muffin I got! Also had an amazing iced chai latte. Somewhat on the pricier side but not too bad. I wish their blender was working because I would've tried a frozen drink to beat the heat! There is some seating inside but not enough for the crowd this place gathers! Lots of beautiful artwork on the walls inside :) Outside they have limited parking and a nice shaded area for sitting and reading/eating. read more

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Ashley's was an unexpected treat! We absolutely loved the coffee, establishment and how warm the staff was. We will return every morning while at OBX! read more

Best coffee in the outer banks! Super cute and cozy atmosphere. My daughter loved being able to draw with us with their provided art table while we sipped our coffee and looked at art. I got the nutty maple latte which was perfect and my husband got a dirty chai tea latte which he said was the best he has ever had! read more

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Every time i go here and go get iced coffee with oat milk it makes my stomach makes my hurts it's strong for me

I absolutely LOVED everything about my experience at Ashley's! The staff was super sweet and helpful when I asked about the drink menu. I got the Ol' Helga latte (AMAZING)! Highly highly recommend. I also got the sesame seed bagel with vegetable cream cheese which was also very good. I'm not sure if the cream cheese had ginger in it, but something gave an overwhelming flavor of ginger (still delicious tho). The vibes inside are so chill! If you can look past the parking situation, everything about this place is 10/10 :) read more

Ashley’s Espresso Parlour - Inside - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina

This is a small coffee shop close to the main drag in KDH. They offer a few small bites and of course, coffee. I was hopeful for my drink, but alas, it was fair. The flavor was a little bitter and the milk was slightly textured too much. They use regular coffee mugs, which is better than paper mugs but not as good as an actual latte mug. Given the name of the place, I was wanting more detail out into the final product. They sell art in various formats and they have limited inside seating with music playing in the background. It's a good hang but my overall rating is just ok. read more

Saw their cute banana sign when driving by and had to stop in. They have a small parking lot and it does get busy, so be aware of that. They sell a lot of cool merchandise and local wares within as well as a lot of coffee and tea options! I tried a hot cappuccino with coconut milk and it wasn't as good as one I had elsewhere in OBX. My friend got one of their specialty iced drinks, Lebanese Blonde, (which had cinnamon and pistachio) and it was delicious. We tried a bottled kombucha they had for sale as well (black lime and mint) and it was fantastic. I'd go back for the kombucha for sure and would try a different hot coffee beverage. read more

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This was a good stop if you're looking to pick up a cup of coffee on the go. Not a lot of places to sit. Also not a lot of food items. Overall the coffee tasted pretty good, and the staff was pretty nice but they were wicked busy. Parking is also tight, and we had to walk a block or so. The vibe seemed to, but it was a little too packed to get any kind of real ambience. read more

Ashley’s Espresso Parlour - Americano - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina

Stopped here on our way out of OBX. It's a cute little coffee shop located off Croatan Hwy. inside there's lots of coffee and espresso selections as well as wine, pastries and more. They don't make it easy for a first timer to choose because everything sounds good! I chose the Lebanese blonde which is an espresso based drink with cinnamon and pistachio syrup. It's on the list of barista favorites. The espresso had a unique flavor and bite but I did enjoy it. They have several seating areas and also lots of local handmade items for sale. This is a cute shop where you could get comfy and easily spend a long afternoon. read more

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I really loved the vibe of this place. There was artwork all over the walls (that could be purchased from the looks of it) and they even had little things, I assume from small businesses, that you could purchase. It was a quick visit and I was not sure what to order so I tried the Woody drink. Unfortunately I did not like it very much but I think I just chose the wrong drink. If I'm ever in the area again I would love to come back and try something else. I also ordered and chocolate chip cookie for my daughter that we shared and it was delicious. read more

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We decided to check this place out and parking here is a nightmare. When we finally got inside, the person taking orders was not in any mood for customer service or just generally helpful, it felt like I was inconveniencing them since the workers were just complaining to each other. To top it off, they forgot our croissants, which is just weird since you just need to grab something that's already made. The coffee itself was not even good. I would not go back to this place and just go to the front porch cafe if I wanted to go to a local coffee shop nearby. read more

Great coffee and great vibes. I had the south swell latte, which was delicious. It was sweet but not cloying and the coffee was great. The staff was very pleasant; I observed them interacting with customers and each other, and they seem to really enjoy their jobs! The shop sells art and jewelry by local artists. There's also lots of spaces to hang out and enjoy your coffee; I posted up on a couch and read for a while. Oh, and they had great music playing as well! I heard a deep cut Modest Mouse track, and found a couple new artists to check out from their playlist. Strongly recommend Ashley's! read more

This little "hidden gem" (not really because it's on the corner right off the main roads seems to be a locals spot and def has all those vibes. For a weekday afternoon, this place still had a steady stream of folks coming and going. We ordered the sand spur in 2 diff styles: as an iced latte with oat milk and as a blended drink. The blended was clearly more sugary, but both were honestly delicious- not for the coffee purists of heart. Get a pastry, find some memorabilia, some jewelry, some local prints, or even a cold bottle one in their refrigerated section. We enjoyed this place for sure read more

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I'm from a big city and can attest to the quality of the coffee drinks here, the syrup, and roast of the beans. Got a caramel mocha and everything tasted very balanced and high quality. The whipped cream appeared to be homemade chocolate whip and it was a delicious add on to the drink that wasn't too heavy but a nice addition. By far my favorite coffee shop so far on the island. 10/10! read more

Good coffee but a little pricey. Lots of specialty coffees to chose from. I was a little put off that their display boards do not have prices on them. They also do not have a paper menu that you can take with you. read more

This coffee shop has some of the best coffee I've ever had. I seriously came here almost everyday of vacation. The indoor seating was cozy and comfortable. They had a nice roof top patio and outdoor lawn, too. There were so many interesting drinks, but South Swell was my favorite! I loved their homemade whipped cream. I always got a delicious bagel with my coffee (bagels from lighthouse). I still dream about that coffee and bagel and can't wait to come back here again. I just need to plan another vacation! read more

Ashley’s Espresso Parlour - My favorite coffee- iced south swell - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina

Absolutely loved the salted caramel mocha that I tried from here. This is the first coffee shop I've been to that offers that type of flavor and they nailed the balance between the caramel, chocolate, espresso, and salt. I'm not local to the area but I would definitely return to try more flavors if I'm ever back. Eclectic interior and friendly baristas. It was packed when we went and I have a feeling it's usually like that. Parking is a bit difficult as the lot is tiny. read more

Yeah I'm biased.. I go to the beach for sunrises.. A number of years ago I saw a group of lady surfers everyday catching waves before going off to work.. How cool... Eventually i met Ashley (one of the girls) and found out she was opening her shop.. So I snooped around as Erick her husband magically transformed a blank blah interior to one of the funkiest places ever.. If you look around there is a dollar bill hanging on a wall from their first customer-Me...Folks have written about the coffee so I won't.. It's the atmosphere.. Of course regulars talk with each other.. But what is neat is that everybody talks with each other.. "Visitor-Yeah-Local-Yeah "and then off to the races.. Where ya from- we think we might does this- good idea?-The kids want to XYZ-Yeah go here and ask for ABC and tell them I sent ya..You coming tomorrow- see ya then.. new friendships easily made here....... read more

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Great coffee spot! It seems a bit less busy than some of the other top-rated joints in the area, which we appreciated. They not only offer coffee, but lots of beautiful local art. I got their Sweet Baby Jesus with almond milk which was delicious. Decor is funky, staff is friendly. Would definitely come back! read more

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Best bet for quality fresh roasted coffee and beans in The Outer Banks. Used to NYC's plethora of quality coffeehouses, and upon arriving in The Outer Banks, we tried a few other cafes which we won't mention but they ranged from god awful to cafe-stuck-in-the-90s. Ashley's had quality options for the coffee purists as well as those who wanted more of a coffee flavored ice cream shake. I loved their nitro and cold brew. Their espresso drinks were a bit more acidic than I liked but decently prepared. Their pastry options were ok, nothing to write home about. They had a wonderful selection of non-coffee offerings like beer and specialty carbonated/fruit/tea/herbal beverages in their cold case. They also support local vendors/artists with their wares which was a nice offering. And roast their own coffee on premises! I'm amazed at how much they were able to squeeze into that space. There is no real rhyme, reason or esthetic to the cafe but it kinda works for what it is. Eclectic is probably the best word for the overall vibe. The look doesn't belie the quality of their coffee products and I highly recommend making this your cafe of choice in this area. read more

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Wife and I stopped in after a visit to the Avalon Pier. We both enjoyed our drinks so much! Cool little spot with easy parking access and in a great location. Very chill with plenty of napkins, straws, etc. would come back again! read more

Coffee was fire, muffins were delicious! Great service and such a cozy spot to sit down and enjoy your drink. Lots of handmade items around the shop which was very cool. Highly recommend stopping here to enjoy coffee, food, the shop, or everything above! read more

One of our fav places to come while in town :) The Java Chip Shake is so yummy and the cortado is great read more

Ashley’s Espresso Parlour - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina

The best local spot for espresso, coffee, and fun sweet drinks like the "CocoNana". They have homemade whipped cream which you can request on top of any drinks. Staff is friendly and kind. They can make a frozen kids hot chocolate too which was a WIN for us! Start a punch card at the beginning of your vacation and you'll have a freebie drink in no time. read more

Ashley’s Espresso Parlour - Diapered babies and bare feet welcome here - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina

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Overpriced and portions are quite small. Food was underwhelming and tasted similar to McDonald's.

Adorable coffee shop with speedy service, lots of choices, and friendly baristas. The scones were so fresh- WAY better than any scone I've had before. Latte was nice and smooth and black coffee was super flavorful! read more

I'd be willing to go again, but I wasn't in love with this shop. Husband got the espresso and coffee, which had strong fruity tones to it, a bit too fruity. I got an iced mocha. Nutty tones, which I didn't mind, but wasn't expecting. Inside is cute, showcasing local artists, but we ended up spilling his coffee out and going to a different shop. read more

I love coffee but wasn't a fan of this coffee. The baked goods were stale. The shop is too cluttered and not a comfortable place to sit and enjoy a cup of coffee. Maybe a local favorite but not a favorite of this out of towner. read more

This was my first stop during my first trip to the outer banks and it was one of the best coffees I've ever had with great service! 10/10 recommend. read more

Was on vacation to OBX and was most impressed with Ashley's of any restaurant/creamery/café visited. Kind staff, sweet specialty drinks, and artsy ambiance were the highlights. Our group went multiple times over the course of our trip, and everything I had was amazing. I got the chai cold brew shake, an iced butter beer latte, and an everything bagel with onion cream cheese. The only thing that was mediocre was the bagel--everything else was amazing! I tried my friend's ice white mocha raspberry drink, and it was superb. Well done! read more

Coffee snobs. This is your place. Cortado. Americano. The profile on the beans is so good. As good as anywhere I've been. The outside looks sketch, but they will take care of you once inside. Buy some beans for home. Legit! read more

Is there any better than coffee after coming off the beach? Ashley's is the best coffee on the Outer Banks and just steps from Helga Beach Access so whether I'm warming up after sunrise on a December morning or grabbing an Iced Lebanese Blonde after a hot day, it's my go to. The staff are friendly and chill. The music is always on point.Im a big fan of their cranberry orange muffins. They also stock great handmade items like earrings and pottery. You can pick from a great selection of beer. They even have amazing ice cream sandwiches featuring coffee ice cream. Be sure to pick up beans (we usually choose the Red Dawn blend) roasted on site for your beach house. The saddest day of the week is when we have to head home to Pennsylvania, but we always soften the blow by grabbing coffee from Ashley's for the road. Until next time! read more

Ashley’s Espresso Parlour - By the time I remembered to take a pic, I had almost finished this amazing cold brew! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina

Amazing. Absolutely delicious! Super busy but they are so fast and the coffees were perfect every time. Just a heads up that the parking is rough so we would have one person order and the other circle the block and it just made life so much easier. read more