Our first stop in Wilmington and it was perfect! Workers were the sweetest and super friendly. My…read morevanilla latte was just right and I loved the sourdough they used for avocado toast. It reminded me of Santa Barbara- I will be back!!!! The best.

Vibes were amazing, indoor and outdoor. The staff is SO sweet. The music is good & there is plenty…read moreof seating. I got the bacon & egg sandwhich with no bacon and it was perfect. Also had an iced caramel latte - tasted so good I had to get another!

They have some indoor seating with a chess game available to play. The purple chairs are a little…read morebit too low for in relationship to the table seating height, but the wall seating is a little higher. Otherwise seat is very comfortable. There's also some open outdoor seating in the back that you can access from their exit door or just go from outside. Large size connect 4, children's grill set, and a children's seesaw are outdoor for kids to play with. They have breakfast and lunch options. Coffee beans are from Luna Café. Didn't try the coffee but ordered a bunch of their homemade pastries with the cashier. Tried their chocolate cake, sticky bun, blueberry danish, and a cheese and bacon scone. Everything was great. You can taste the high-quality ingredients in their pastries. Chocolate cake was moist and the buttercream was perfectly sweet. The slice was huge at 4 1/2 inches deep, a little over 2 1/2 inches thick, and 4 1/2 inches high at such a good price if six dollars. Scone was tender, had just the right amount of cheese and bacon, so savory. I liked the sweet blueberries and icing on the blueberry danish. They offered to warm up the sticky bun and scone. They warmed up the sticky bun for like three minutes, which could've been longer since it was still a little bit cold inside. Nonetheless, loved the sticky bun and the sweet cinnamon icing- was like a dense cinnamon roll. It was huge, 4" x 4" and a little bit over 2 1/2 inches height. They have high chairs available. Owner is very nice. If you want to get a free coffee or a pastry, you'll a code that you get on your receipt to a number to earn the points.

This place is a lovely addition to the neighborhood, I was lucky enough to stop in on my morning…read morejog for a coffee and the staff were so friendly and helpful. Love that they also have a chessboard inside can't wait to play next time I visit!

Cool place inside and out. Service hand delivered and with…read morea smile. Sitting outside with a Breve and almond croissant is a great way to start the day!

I really wanted to love Concorde Express Bar because I had heard so much hype about it, but…read moreunfortunately, it didn't quite live up to my expectations. The scenery and atmosphere are definitely cute and make for some great pictures, but the overall experience was a little disappointing. We visited during the summer and got the s'mores kit, which sounded like it would be so much fun, but unfortunately, the little fire they brought out didn't work, so we couldn't even enjoy it. Their most famous drink was also not good at all. The only drink I really enjoyed was the watermelon drink, which came with a popsicle in it--that was actually pretty cool! The prices were extremely high for what we got, although that seems to be pretty common at a lot of places in Wilmington. I'd be willing to give it another chance during the winter because I could see the atmosphere being much better then. Our waitress was very sweet and attentive, though, and definitely deserves some credit! Overall, I just left feeling pretty disappointed because I expected more based on all the hype.

Azalea station is the perfect day space for anyone looking to work remotely and actually be…read moreproductive. The barista was so nice and whipped together a cookie butter flavored iced coffee with nutmeg which was delicious! Apparently the business is under new ownership and I can't wait to see what they do with the space.

This is a great space to grab a coffee or a drink with friends. Plenty of tables and quiet space to…read moremeet, study, or just read a book.

This space is attached to Cape Fear Games. It's a place that offers a selection of games for people…read moreto come and play, or just a space for those to bring their own games and meet up with friends to play. The atmosphere is great. There's lots of room and tables and a wide selection of games available for anyone to play. They also have beer on tap. The staff is super friendly and every time I have gone have asked if we need any help with our game selection to make sure we understood all the rules. Pretty awesome if you aren't familiar. They all seem pretty well versed too. One star off, just for food. That being said, you're not going there for the food. If I could, I would only ding a half star but I can't and since they offer it, I have to incorporate it into scoring.

This place is a hidden gem! I say hidden because it should be waaay more popular than it is. If you…read morelove beer, bar food and games.. you would love the Sideboard! They have so many options of board games (or you can bring your own). The Sideboard is connected to cape fear games so you have all of the options! As someone who loves board games, this is one of my favorite places to visit with friends! They sell local beer on tap and they have a variety of options. The food is simple. It is comparable to bar apps but they are good. I got the Buffalo chicken dip and quesadilla. The Buffalo chicken dip was amazing and the quesadilla was very plain. The prices are good for the quantity! 5 stars!

Coffee was good I'll would try it again Service was good…read moreand promptly served Ambiance was good I went there for the apañadas but was not what I expected I'm try breakfast next time

Cute, cozy and quaint cafe. Parked for Free on the street. Not many tables inside, but there were…read morestill open spots for us to sit down. For breakfast, tried the meat lover omelette, egg and cheese, croissant sandwich, and two empanadas (beef and choripan). I liked how all of the dishes were garnished with fresh spinach leaves and an orange wedge, making them look colorful and appealing. My partner enjoyed his omelette, which included chorizo and julienned ham slices. Omelette was presented differently than the typical omelette, with it cooked/shaped as a bowl and stuffed in the middle with fillings. They don't make croissants in the house, but they bake them so it's nice and crispy. It was very filling. Next time I'll add ham to it to give it a salty taste. Empanadas were delicious. Served with a chimichurri sauce. Beef empanada was a little bit on the sweeter side. Their espresso machine was broken so they only had black coffee. Black coffee was alright, nothing special, but, it was nice to drink hot coffee out of a mug, making me feel like I was at home. They have coffee cards, which you hole punch yourself. You get a free coffee after getting 10 hole punches. If you care, your clothes might have a little bit of a cooking smell after being in the café for a while.

Grinders is a local coffee shop that has a slightly alternative, counter culture, artsy feel. The…read moremusic varies and today included George Michael and David Bowie. The customer service is excellent and the baristas have gotten to know me and provide recommendations for new things to try based on what I have had in the past. The shakes, iced coffee, and lotus energy drinks are great. The shop provides seating outside and inside. There is one bathroom that is kept clean. Overall, the shop is very clean. Iced coffee and regular refills are $0.50. The baristas have made an effort for me to know their names, as well and many have helped create a great environment through great conversations. The only note, which many customers would likely agree, is that the aesthetically pleasing menu can be a bit overwhelming at first glance due to the many options. But, once you take it in, you can find what you are looking for to order. If you can't, the baristas will be happy to help make something that is amazing for you. There is also a roll the dice game that helps create a beverage for you, as well. All in all, Grinders is a great place to get caffeinated, socialize with others, and get work done.

This local coffee shop in Wilmington has an amazing selection of drinks to choose from. Not just…read morecoffee either, they also offer milkshakes and smoothies as well with many unique options and takes on classic choices. The barista was super nice and was willing to customize my drink for me which was very generous. The space inside was beautiful and offered a generous amount of seating as well as free Wi-Fi. The decorations were also very novel and the cafe has an opening door that connects to the next door shop during business hours!

The most creative take on a Painkiller I've ever had. Not creamy, like a typical Painkiller, but…read morenutty and floral non the less. Chill vibe, great bartender. Went for a quick drink and wound up staying a while.

Took me a sec to find the front door, but as soon as I walked in it was really cool. Chill music…read moreplaying, nice comfy seating, relaxing vibe. A++ for ambiance. Ordered a cappuccino, it was just ok B- on that drink. Hard to get acknowledgement I was actually there from the barista/bartender so I could order. I would come back, but approach register/bar a bit differently to get service. C- on service at that time from that guy. This was over winter time 2025, so maybe staff has changed since then. I would definitely go back and try it again though.