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    Drifting Grounds

    4.8 (180 reviews)
    InexpensiveCafes
    Closed 7:15 am - 2:15 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    DRIFTING GROUNDS ATMOSPHERE

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

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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!

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    Amazing coffee!! I got the iced matcha latte with lavender and oat milk, so good! I would definitely recommend them 100% you won't regret it

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    A good lace to get coffee and other drinks. They do have some bakery and food choices also.

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    Great espresso drinks. Good baked goods too. Can't comment on anything else. Can order ahead.

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    Made with love and great customer service. Loved the cortado and cappuccino! I look forward to having it again.

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    Adorable atmosphere sitting outside in the Drifting Grounds yard. Yummy beverages and eats.

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    Super cute and eclectic inside, I've been here twice and loved it both times! Great place to grab a breakfast sandwich and some coffee!

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    Great coffee but small store, the line is out the door, needs a bigger building to accommodate the people

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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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