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    Drifting Grounds

    4.8 (181 reviews)
    InexpensiveCafes
    Open 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    DRIFTING GROUNDS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    20oz iced latte (oat milk)

    Best Iced Latte I've had. Maybe it's the coffee, maybe it's the preparation. Either way, I'm enamored. Went 3 days in a row. Wish I could go every day.

    Deanna W.

    Came here while visiting from Virginia last month and am still thinking about it. AMAZING coffee. I got a mocha latte and a chocolate croissant, both of which were sooo good. Flaky buttery chocolately croissant, yum. The guy serving the coffee was really fun and friendly too. I spent like two hours there shopping at the book and toy store. Reasonably priced books and a great selection that's easy to browse through. I usually have no interest in toy stores but this one was SO cool. Also has many comfy places to sit and chill, drink coffee, read, etc. The vibe of this place is unmatched. I will def be back when I'm out this way again!

    Jason M.

    Hit or miss. If the owner (I assume he's the owner) is on the machine, the shots are well pulled and the drinks well poured. The baristas-in-training, however, are inconsistent at best.

    Fun and funky shop and cafe

    Favorite coffee shop of all time! Friendly staff, tons of options, delicious drinks, eclectic and vintage atmosphere. Wander around and sift through the well organized book shop and vintage toys. We spend HOURS here. Mwaaah!

    Iced americano
    Jenna F.

    Super cute little coffee shop connected to some consignment shops. The workers were super friendly and attentive. The over night oats were tasty, they had a case of pasties that I did not try. They had a lot of flavors to choose from and their drip coffee tasted really smooth.

    Jim M.

    Very cool coffee house, has a vintage clothing store, used book store and toy store attached. I had lunch and a cappuccino. Glad I found this little gem

    Coffee & Books. Heaven.
    Gwyneth J.

    Lovely coffee house. Great service, cozy seating, and BOOKS! Eclectic and charming interior decor - most of which is for sale. Tasty snacks and good coffee. Needs better signage on Rt. 26 though. Signage that can be seen coming from Bethany Beach, easy to miss - difficult to forget. Stop here and relax. It's quite lovely.

    cold brews & iced coffee
    Jordyn G.

    Needed some caffeine during our trip & wanted to support local. Amazing cold brew & pastries! The woman who took my order even let me know the syrup I chose had dairy in it which was nice. Plenty of outdoor seating & indoors. Lots of options for syrups & sauces. They had your basic coffee shop offerings but did it so well. Definitely check this place out if you are in Bethany!!

    Cold brew, oat milk, simple syrup
    Cc M.

    Awesome LEGIT cold brew, dairy free milk options, great customer service from everyone. Loved stopping here & will be back!

    Drifting Grounds coffee stop for Sunday morning bike ride

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    We are visiting the area and desperately searching for solid coffee-- this is the spot. As a vanilla latte connoisseur, their's was bomb.

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    Cute little coffee shop. I always order spiced chai with almond milk. Locals seem to like this place.

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    Good coffee, friendly staff. Slightly hard to find. Definitely worth a try when in the Bethany Beach area.

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    Just go! The place is the best around. We are coffee lovers and quite picky, this is the best, especially locally.

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    Nice locally owned coffee shop. Super friendly and good service. Haven't had much food there mainly stick with the drinks.

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    Ask the Community - Drifting Grounds

    Any vegan food drink options? I see you have oat milk that makes me so happy!!!

    Most of the drinks can be made with an alternative milk, and yes, oatmilk is one of those choices. We have a small menu. 5 breakfast items & 5 lunch sandwiches. We try to keep… Read more

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    The Station on Kings

    The Station on Kings

    4.3
    (275 reviews)
    15.3 mi
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    Words cannot describe this spot and I will be back to add a few more photos. A friend in Milton, DE…read morerecommended it so I made sure to stop in on my drive up from NC. Breakfast was TO DIE FOR and the pastries!! I got one for him and one for me later, which served as my dinner as it was so huge and satisfying. Hey, it's vacation so it's allowed! ha A little nursery on site, an excellent gift shop, indoor and outdoor-ish seating, and clean restrooms. This is going on my permanent travel list for this area!

    Wonderful brunch!…read more Stopped in on my birthday for brunch and had a lovely experience. We had the Pistachio Honey Latte, Shakshuka, beef soup, salmon toast and maple veggies. As a Shakshuka lover who has spent time in Israel I am quite picky about my Shakshuka but I can confidently say I was pleasantly surprised by this one and enjoyed every bite! The beef soup was a bit bland unfortunately but the salmon toast has copious amounts of salmon and was delicious. The maple veggies were also wonderful. The pistachio honey latte was perfectly balanced not being overly sweet. Service was nothing to note as you seat yourself and get your own food here but staff was nice. Ambiance was alright, we had to sit out in the patio area which while heated was a less than desirable location to eat but it wasn't bad. Overall we truly enjoyed our time at The Station and will be back without a doubt.

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    Atmosphere when you first walk in
    Atmosphere when you first walk in
    Biscoff cookie with fresh whip and bananas.
    Biscoff cookie with fresh whip and bananas.
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    Pottery Place & Perks Cafe

    Pottery Place & Perks Cafe

    3.8
    (25 reviews)
    6.2 mi
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    This is the kind or hoarder business that drives itself into the ground. They have some of the same…read moreplant pots as Home Goods but at a whopping 30% increase on price. Seriously. If this place lowered the cost considerably, they might sell some of this stuff. The Buddha, and other statues in my picture, is over $500 just like most of the other large pots sitting outside forever. Come off the price. People will buy. And so on... it will come back around. Inside was really worse. Upon walk in the damp must was a smack in the face. Costs were ridiculous. Even a vegetable brush was $14? (Just as a reference) I walked the whole store actually trying to find something to buy and walked out shaking my head.

    Bottom Line: Lots of pretty pottery and an eclectic collection of housewares and gifts…read more Even if you're not shopping for big pots this store has lots to explore. I enjoyed winding my way through the maze of goodies. Some of the things that caught my eye were Polish pottery, pretty reusable tote bags, cheeky kitchen gadgets and funny cocktail napkins. They also had sign art, candles, throw blankets, funny socks, adult greeting cards, yard flags and air plants. It's a very eclectic mix of merchandise. The store is a bit tight in spots so I'd recommend against bringing a gaggle of people, big purse or stroller.

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    Tons of oversized planter pots and statues.
    Tons of oversized planter pots and statues.
    Even this tiny vegetable brush was $14. Get outta here. The entire place was musty and full of crap with crap pricing.
    Even this tiny vegetable brush was $14. Get outta here. The entire place was musty and full of crap with crap pricing.
    Electric, and fun Carlie !

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    Cobblestone Cafe

    Cobblestone Cafe

    4.4
    (56 reviews)
    47.9 mi
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    I have a unique and new take to share. But first I want to say that this place is so ADORABLE and…read morethe owner is a very sweet woman. She's running the cafe by herself but has helpers on some occasions. Her menu is especially unique because, although it's mostly an American menu, it also has Mediterranean/Middle Eastern options. The food is always fresh and yummy and menu prices are super low. This place is an excellent option if you want a quick bite and your goal is to satisfy your hunger. Similar comments have already been made repeatedly in other reviews. But here's what might be a new take. Cobbleston Cafe's average rating should be at least 4.7 and above and I'll tell you why I think it's not. It's because people are ridiculous. Honestly. I read the other reviews and their expectations of a CAFE are incredibly nonsensical. You can't enter a cafe and expect a full kitchen. Cafes like Starbucks, Peet's Coffee and even Panera are much larger places and don't have full kitchens. We all know Starbucks is overpriced and often sell stale menu items. This place is incredibly affordable, has a LOT more to choose from, and is 1000% better because it's so much more fresh! It's a cozy and smaller place. There's a reason locals love this cafe because it's satisfying, fresh and is priced very fairly. Have the right expectations and you'll also be giving it 5 stars! And if you prefer supporting local businesses, please stop by Cobblestone Cafe and support this wonderful lady too.

    It is Monday morning at 10 AM. The hours say this place is open. The door is locked and the sign…read moresays closed. It is really frustrating for people that have visual impairment or drive a long ways.

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    Cobblestone Cafe
    Hummus w! Pita bread
    Hummus w! Pita bread
    Cobblestone Cafe

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    Longboard Cafe

    Longboard Cafe

    4.3
    (888 reviews)
    11.0 mi
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    I have been here a couple times so far and that is not enough. Sadly, I live over two hours away so…read moreonly get in during my ocean city trips which I wish were way more often. Last summer was my first visit after seeing some friends recommend and following them on social media. We had their longboard wings, veggie wrap and jerk chicken wrap. Everything was DELICIOUS! On Wednesday of this week I stopped in for lunch with my dog and we sat on the 'boardwalk' which is what they call part of their outdoor section. The staff was super friendly and accommodating. They offer a water bowl and a complimentary piece of bacon for the pups. My dog was thrilled as you can see by one of the pics =) On this visit I tried the wrinkled green been app and the St. Croix chopped salad. Both were very good. My dog ordered the kids burger plain with no bun. He had no complaints! I stole his fries which were yummy. Luke was our server on my most recent visit. He provided excellent service! He even helped me gain some more insight on bringing a large party there later this year. He got me in touch with one of the managers and I am currently coordinating with them. Overall, this is one of my favorite restaurants in OC and can't wait to come back in a couple months!

    I have been to longboards many times and it is a great stop after a day on the beach. They have…read moreeverything you could want: sandwiches, tacos, salads, entrees, and great apps. I got the fresh fish and it was just ok. It needed more of a sauce rather than mango salsa. My husband got 2 pounds of wings as his dinner and loved every minute of it. The addiction wings are award winning for a reason. I did not order some of my favorites tonight, but are worth mentioning. The franchos, wrinkly green beans, and any of the wings. I often just order the franchos and wings to split with my husband as our entire meal. There is also great indoor and outdoor seating options. When they expanded and put the bar on a different side, it opened the restaurant up a lot and made it so much more enjoyable. Very kid friendly with good kids meals. Nothing fancy like some places try to do. They stick to kraft Mac n cheese and white bread. Your kids will be happy too.

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    Local drafts list.
    Local drafts list.
    Asparagus
    Asparagus
    Longboard Cafe

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    Amity Coffee Roasters

    Amity Coffee Roasters

    4.9
    (74 reviews)
    32.1 mi
    $

    In my immediate neck of the woods, there are unfortunately no good local coffee shops. Drive out of…read morethe county and there are great coffee shops to choose from. My go-to, however, is Amity! Unique to Amity are their single-origin beans roasted fresh in-house! The coffee and food are delicious! The drink and food menu is ample and offers a great variety of choices, including gluten-free treats and vegetarian foods. Best part - everything is made fresh in-house! Put these menu items on your must-try list: 1) Chocolate chip cookies - I've been on a hunt for the best chocolate chip cookie and Amity's is high up on the list 2) Cafe Nico - delicious hot or cold coffee made with fresh orange citrus zest 3) Hot ham and cheese sandwich and the quiches! Very good! 4) A scone with coffee/tea is always my go-to! Amity boasts a cozy place for the community to come together, for friends to catch-up over coffee, and for small businesses to meet and network together. The venue can also be rented out for private events! You can trust Amity with its clean eatery, a cozy and welcoming atmosphere for the entire family, great hospitality, and an overall good experience. If the husband & wife-owners are working, make sure you say hello. They are super friendly and would love to welcome you to their shop.

    Super cute, cozy shop with tons of seating options. The sourdough grilled cheese was incredible…read more Irish cream cold brew was perfectly sweet. Staff was quick and helpful even at peak times!

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    Look at all those beans ready to be roasted!
    Look at all those beans ready to be roasted!
    Lavender scone, chai latte
    Lavender scone, chai latte
    Hug-in-a-mug by the fireside!

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    Hug-in-a-mug by the fireside!

    Drifting Grounds - cafes - Updated June 2026

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