4 stars for the coffee, smoothies, clean and pretty venue, and for being dog friendly. But 3 stars…read morefor service. I visited last September and had a great experience but this recent visit, the staff wasn't very friendly. They weren't rude, just not warm or welcoming. No hellos and thank yous. Just "what can I get you?" And literally that's it. I wasn't even sure my payment was done because the lady taking my order just walked away. Just weird. Hopefully they were just having a bad day. However, their coffee is worth a return visit. My favorite is their Drops of Jupiter which is vanilla, cinnamon and honey. I always get my kids something decaf or a smoothie and those are great too.

Local coffee shop that's been around for a while, but they've really refreshed and revamped the…read morespace over the past couple of years. The atmosphere is super cute and cozy, making it a great spot to meet up with friends for coffee or settle in with a laptop and get some work done. They offer a wide variety of drink options including creative coffee specials, smoothies, and teas. I'm a big fan of the Tiger Shark and the Banana Foster, but I've branched out a few times and have enjoyed several of their other drinks as well. There's always something new to try. Service is quick and efficient, even when there's a line, and the staff are consistently friendly and helpful. If you're standing there debating what to order, they're always happy to make suggestions. It's definitely more of a coffee spot than a full café. They usually have muffins and a few light pastries to go with your drink, but it's not the place you'd go if you're looking for a full meal. For good coffee, a relaxed atmosphere, and friendly service, though, it's a great local stop.

The donuts are a fancier version of old favorites. We got an assortment, including the lemon pie…read morefilled, apple bacon topped, buckeye filled, and an Oreo cookie filled. They were all really good. A half dozen was only $18, which is reasonable for the size and quality. They also have a little self serve cappuccino machine and a few bagels. The only downsides are that they don't open until 8 and the line when it opens is very long. But if you don't mind waiting an hour or two, it's easy to get right in. They also got our order wrong - both the number of donuts and the flavors.

Went on a Sunday am in August, not a long wait, plenty of donuts and a large variety of flavors!…read moreThe donuts were good, classic flavors and more gourmet flavors.

This little shop is super cute! Staff was very friendly and helpful, it took a little while to get…read moreour food just because it was Labor Day weekend and it was packed out the door. The açaí bowls were very good and the amount of fresh fruit in there was nice. I also ordered the iced caramel macchiato, good coffee flavor, not too sweet!

It doesn't get any better than this. If you're looking for an amazing snack or breakfast, this is…read morethe spot for you. ***LOCATION*** This beachcore health food shop is located in a tiny strip mall in Emerald Isle. You can bike there and enter from the bike path (there is a bike rack) or you can drive and park your car in the lot in the back. ***EXPERIENCE*** We came here because my friend's Mom adores this spot. It's a local spot that uses the best and most delicious ingredients. You can guarantee quality here. There is a lot of seating available inside and some spots outside. This place gets packed, but it's totally worth the wait. You order and pay up front then wait for them to call your name. I'm very picky with my acai bowls, I find that some places make them more smoothie and watery. I love it when they're rich and thick. Sol Bowls makes sorbet style bases which is why I'm so in love with what they make. I highly recommend ordering the Sol Bowl (I added cocoa nibs and coconut) or the Shore Break (if you prefer coconut sorbet with pineapple and spirulina instead of acai). Don't be deceived by how small the small size looks. It definitely looks like a lid, but it is still extremely filling. My only note is it would be nice to have a bigger small bowl (with the same current portion size) just to make scooping easier. If you want to add anything, I highly recommend adding almond butter to your bowls, it's a nice savory addition to all the sweet things inside. My friends loved the drip coffee and latte they ordered. I wasn't too crazy about the matcha, but once I mixed it more it was pretty good. ***PRICE*** The small bowls start at $9 with an added $1 for any additional topping you want to add. ***CONCLUSION*** If you're looking to feel tropical and beachy, I highly recommend eating the rainbow at Sol Bowls. Their bowls are so refreshing and beyond perfect for beach life.

We stopped for lunch here on our way home from a beach getaway weekend. The prices were very…read morereasonable, and the food was ready quickly despite the line. There is a lot of seating available outside on picnic tables with umbrellas for shade (there are also tables inside). I got the vegetarian wrap, but in order to make the vegan I did ask for it without the pesto cream cheese, which meant it was rather bland. Unfortunately, the only other potentially vegan option was their beyond burger. However, they didn't carry any vegan cheese or vegan sauces (aside from ketchup), which was disappointing. In the future I think I would get the beyond burger anyway, as it would at the very least have some protein. Everyone else in my party seemed quite happy with their meals, so likely their non-vegan food is great. Their coffee was also pretty good (and they had oat milk & almond milk available as cows milk alternatives). I will say, the marinated cucumbers were fantastic, and again, the prices were great. Just wish that they had at least one menu item which was fully vegan without modifications. Maybe a hummus wrap?

Love how it's a store with homemade jams and candles in addition to the restaurant. The food was…read moreyummy and the service was kind. It's a great place to stop by before or after the beach.

We stopped by here after getting fish hut grill on a Saturday afternoon right before they closed…read more We got the butter beer and the banana foster latte and both tasted great. They had plenty of seating and sold a bunch of other stuff in the store. They even had free coffee bean car air fresheners.

I hate giving bad reviews but I hate wasting money more (especially in this economy!)…read more A friend and I grabbed 4J's while our husbands waited in line at the Fish Hut next door. We got a cold brew and an iced mocha and immediately threw it out as soon as we got in the parking lot. This is really, really bad coffee y'all. I recommend going to Stir it Up around the corner if you're looking to caffeinate. The Good: Our baristas were super perky and nice. The front of the shop had a bunch of penny candy and fun knick knacks for kids. Their bagel and bialy bin looked AMAZING. I'd definitely stopped by to grab some the next time I am in town.

Super cute spot on the dock. Decent selection of wines and draft beer. The bartender was really…read moresweet. 10/10 Place has a sweet vibe.

Ice cream, coffee and treats how can you go wrong I had…read morelemon sorbet and my puppy had vanilla

My grandma is a picky person when it comes to coffee but she absolutely loves the coffee all the…read morelittle things yall sell an have to offer

I am so glad we tried this place! The staff are very friendly and we enjoyed a chat with the owner…read moreabout her fun teapot collection that adorns the walls. The pastries and coffee were both excellent. I tried several pastries over the course of the week and they were all so good! I love that they use frozen coffee cubes so your iced drinks don't get watered down as the ice melts. They also have tons of other drinks to choose from if coffee isn't your thing.

The bagels and schmear is always great at Giovannis. The service is efficient and friendly. My…read morefavorite is the hot honey, egg and cheese bagel sandwich. I also love the lox bagel.

No photo but did a DoorDash order on this and literally never have had a better bagel. Beyond…read morecomparable to NY, the sandwiches are to die for and don't skip the jalapeño cream cheese. This is what I will demand to eat my wedding morning, lol. They're that good!

The chicken and waffles is delicious!!! And my husband loved…read morethe flounder Ruben and fries.

Service was great! Food was outstanding. Shrimp and grits & penne Ala vodka with grilled shrimp and…read morechicken. Would dine there again.....

We love your coffee and will be taking some home and sending a care package to family. The taste is…read moreperfect.

From the owner: Fresh Roasted Coffee with an emphasis on organic and fair trade premium single origin beans and…read moreunique proprietary blends designed to meet customers' special needs. Roasted locally in Swansboro, NC.