This is such a fun and enchanting place in downtime Wilmington. There are so many cute coffee shops to choose from and this one is always such a treat! Yes, the coffees - hot and iced - are delicious, the baked goods are indulging (rich, sweet, salty, tasty). The staff is always so warm and friendly and it's obvious they have frequent-ers and friends and they treat you like one if you're not. Who knew overlapping caffeine, cowboys, and dinosaurs could create a perfect place to stop and go or stay and gather to enjoy an escape from it all? read more

This place rules. Amazing coffee, great service, awesome vibes, and the whole combo of the Dinosaur & Cowboy Coffee shop vibe is super unique and pretty awesome too. Always have had a great experience here, and it is one of my favorite coffee shops I've ever been to anywhere! So the fact that I can drive a couple minutes from the casa and park my Cadillac out front is always a great time! 10/10. read more

3/5 when it's hot outside and 5/5 for nice weather day. It's a very cute coffee shop, however the line does not move fast so be prepared to wait, and if you have claustrophobia you should definitely avoid this place lol. There is no indoor seating, indoors is just for ordering and is very tiny and cramped, with excessively loud dance music playing for the club vibe. Not what I want from a coffee place tbh, but everything looks nice. It's dinosaur themed by the way. Again, line is out the door and we waited probably 20min before we could order. Outdoor patio is very beautiful though, I'll give them that. It's multi level, very green, lots of small pretty tables, and has a wooden deck. Most of the area is shaded or partially shaded. I ordered one of the signature cold brews and I liked it, cold brew is very soft/mild and enjoyable, and the cold foam wasn't too sweet and overpowering which I like. We did come here on a hot sunny 95F day, and honestly as much as we liked the outdoor "oasis" seating area, it was very hot. I probably wouldn't recommend coming here on a scorching hot day. You'll wait outside in line forever and you'll have to sip on your drink - you guessed it - outside. Share helps but not much. On a nice 70F day I can see myself spending here a couple hours easily though! read more

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The cutest coffee shop I have ever stepped foot into!!! The girls working there had the best vibe and the best music taste. My coffee was pretty good- nothing revolutionary but I will be back. My friend got a matcha and didn't like it. I'd stick to coffee if you're here and definitely sit outside!! read more

Hidden Grounds Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Wilmington, North Carolina

The hype is real yall!! Small local coffee shop downtown Wilmington. Think throw back/Jurassic Park/jungle/coffee shop. The line is always going to be long and it is for a reason. They have so many fun drink options! Dinosaur figurines everywhere. Great selection of merch. Hustling and friendly staff. Delicious and creative beverages. Back patio is a green zen oasis. read more

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Sometimes all you need is a sunny day in a coastal town with your favorite coffee in hand. Hidden Grounds is one of those places that feels like a little Wilmington treasure. Don't let the line fool you--they move quickly, and while you wait, you can soak in the charm of their beautiful backyard oasis. My go-to order is the Salty Dino, a perfect blend of salted caramel and vanilla that never disappoints. If you're looking for something a little more fun, the Dino Campfire comes topped with a toasted marshmallow and feels like a cozy treat in a cup. And whatever you do, don't leave without a pastry. Their homemade Pop-Tarts are absolutely elite and worth every bite. Between the incredible coffee, delicious baked goods, and fun merchandise to take home, Hidden Grounds is the kind of spot that keeps you coming back every time you're in Wilmington. read more

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4.75 Super fun vibes, great decor and ambiance, great service. There most likely will be a line, it moves quickly so don't let that scare you off. Order, go out back, and wait for your name to be called. Lots of Dino's and seats available, including swinging chairs. Lots of fun merch options from tees to hats and stickers. Marlboro man- half sweet and iced- very good. Brown Sugar- Shaken espressso with brown sugar and cinnamon- made mine with oatmilk. It overly sweet and can still taste the coffee. 2 Minty Matchas (mint chocolate chip ice cream taste) 1 strawberry- strawberry shortcake taste They offered some food options- mostly pastries and a few cookies. No down size, wish there were other options for eating, but main focus here is the coffee and they do it well. read more

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Super fun vibes and very friendly people that are happy to answer any questions! Line does get long fast but there are lots of friendly pups around, so the wait doesn't get too terrible. Could not decide what I wanted but ultimately got their Nanner (banana pudding drink). It normally comes quite sweet but they were happy to modify it to less sweet. Their lemon cruffin was fluffy and very lemon filled, crunchy sugar coating all around the outside. Also, look out for Wilma the velociraptor! She's quite awesome. read more

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Iconic coffee shop just off of the downtown area that I wish was in my neighborhood, I love it and would visit daily if it was. They have the coolest cowboy/dinosaur theme throughout the shop. You can expect a line down the street on the weekends so we stopped by during the week when the wait wasn't so long. You walk in place your order and go to the hidden ground which is out the back door to an outdoor lounge area with turf grass and a ton of different areas to sit to enjoy your beverage. They call your name through a window and you can pick it up outside. It's definitely a favorite spot for all of the locals and the coffee/matcha was amazing. I loved the minty matcha, just not a combo I've seen before and wish more places had the idea. Very good size drinks for the price. They also have the coolest merch, hats and shirts to complement your swag. This place rocks!! read more

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My toddler absolutely loved hanging out here with the dinosaurs and playing on your swings. Staff were super friendly and efficient. Your coffee was delightful- I went for simple iced latte and my husband enjoyed some of your more original combinations. My daughter also enjoyed the strawberry milk and tiny Dino to take home. Thanks for a fun memory! read more

Stopped in while visiting the area and needing a little coffee to make the drive back. Staff were kind and helpful as my daughter was deciding on what she wanted to order. She said the coffee is really good, salty Dino. She even wants to buy some grounds to make it at home. Cute coffee shop! read more

Absolutely loved this coffee house, it was very unique and I appreciated it being different. It reminded me of Isla Nublar from Jurassic Park! Especially with the dinosaurs found throughout the coffee house. I loved the set-up, u walk in, order your coffee, and walk up the stairs to a foliage of everything that makes you feel like being in nature drinking coffee. There were table and chairs everywhere that you could choose to sit at. I loved that they called your name from the window and you came to the window for pick up. Let's back up a sec, in the inside there were about 3-4 associates operating as a functioning team which made getting orders out seamless. There was Kerch available for sale not to mention they were very nice and professional. I had a cold brew and it was amazing. The coffee house is very well kept and maintained. read more

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The perfect name for this hidden oasis. The line out of the door is deserving. Service is quick as staff is a well oiled machine. Exit out the back door to the most incredible hidden patio. Tons of outdoor seating and a couple swings. Coffee is fantastic and is picked up in the window when ready. The pastries are a great treat as well. read more

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Some of the best coffee I have ever had. Cute merch, lovely shop, and friendly service. Perfect coffee/sweetness ratio and just yummy and fun flavor combos! read more

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Great coffee, cool baristas, cool area to hang out while you have your coffee. Would go back again next time I'm in the area.

Loved loved loved this hidden gem! Their coffee and outdoor seating area are incredible! I loved the aesthetic and vibe. Perfect spot for catching up on work, reading a book, and hangout for friends. The barista was super sweet and helpful for sorting out which drink I should try. Forget other coffee shops - if I lived locally this would be my local go-to! read more

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Wished we would have found this place sooner! The coffee shop is small and underwhelming but the seating out back is sublime! Loved the ambiance and friendliness. Would definitely come back. read more

When I'm on vacation, I love exploring new places and trying out the local hotspots. My wife had stumbled across Hidden Grounds and we were excited to try it. They have leaned in hard to the theme here, with all kinds of cute dinosaur paraphernalia. They have a wonderful outdoor seating area that honestly makes you forget that you're near the waterfront in a big city because it feels like you are in a secluded garden. The coffee beverages are very unique and tasted great, the staff were very friendly and the service was fast. Prices are a little bit higher than your average coffee shop, but this is also not your average coffee shop. Weather would be a problem here, because all of the seating is outdoors and very little of it is covered, so this is not somewhere you would want to hang out on a stormy day. But on a beautiful sunny day this seems like a fantastic spot to spend an afternoon getting some work done and having a little bit of escape from the city life. read more

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Hidden Grounds Coffee is one of the most exceptional coffee experiences I ever encountered in my life. It is definitely not Starbucks. I highly recommend their specialty menu for coffee. Expect the line to be long and service to be efficient if you come to this place for the first time. After you make & pay for your order, you walk out to an open air mezzanine area with tables & chairs and sitting areas to wait for your coffee. Very impressive ambience with a dinosaur theme . Toy dinosaurs are perched on each table. We waited near the window sill area where coffee orders were announced and placed for pick up. For our first coffee orders, my husband selected the Marlboro Man - a classic vanilla latte. I ordered a Nanner Puddin , an espresso coffee with a banana & caramel flavor. They both were superb & one of the finest coffees we ever had. Traffic builds up quickly to this coffee place early in the morning. So run don't walk to Hidden Grounds for a one of a kind coffee experience! read more

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Cool concept but disappointing drinks.. not recommended for coffee purists. More for those who enjoy fun blends. Lovely patio.

Coffee was wonderful. The experience was worth it. Quite interesting place to enjoy a cold brew or hot. Recommend the Marlboro Man, Latte with Vanilla and Caramel. read more

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Dino Campfire Latte was such a treat! It even came with a torched marshmallow on top of my drink. Very yummy coffee and I also grabbed a blueberry cheesecake danish and an oatmeal cream pie from the pastry case and both were delicious! I enjoyed the outside seating area on the nice weather day. Baristas are always nice and service is relatively fast for how long the line gets for people ordering. read more

Hidden Grounds Coffee - Dino Campfire Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Wilmington, North Carolina

Short review: Great(!) coffee, awesome staff, widely wonderful dinosaur decor! Line for coffee was out the door so I let the wife go in while I played with my dogs. Great big outdoor area was amazing! My dogs did not appreciate the dinosaurs as much as I did. read more

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I came here on a Saturday morning and the line was out of the door. After waiting for about 20 minutes i was able order and got the Dino campfire with oat milk ($7) which came out after another 10 minutes. The outside patio is absolutely gorgeous and fun with its Dino theme. They have little toy dinosaurs on each table. The coffee itself was quite good! A marshmallow themed coffee that had a good balance between coffee and sweetness. Drink(50%): 9.0 Staff/service(25%): 7.5 Value(25%): 8.0 Overall: 8.4/10 read more

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Cute dinosaur themed cafe with lots of outdoor seating! The cafe is very lively and filled with folks socializing and working. It's a great vibe but probably not an ideal place if you need something quiet. The menu is very creative and includes a variety of options. Most drinks average ~$6 and may cost more with additional flavors or dairy alternatives. I opted for the iced brown sugar shaken espresso. The drink was well balanced and not overly sweet. Great service as well! read more

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This place is a hidden gem! My wife and I's coffees were great, the vibe of this place is awesome, and they have a really cool courtyard out back where you can chill and hang out! If you are want a good coffee or a cool little spot to hang out go here and check it out! read more

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What dinosaur? OMG I was so smittened by the back patio and oasis that I totally missed the T Rex that some of the reviews referenced! Must definitely visit Wilmington again (from VA Beach!) to enjoy Hidden Grounds coffee's friendly service and ambiance! My beau had pampered me with an impromptu overnight stay in Wilmington after a whole day of exploring the OBX. So discovering this neighborhood gem at the top of the day is wonderful! As you enter, the long line is telling that this place is everyone's fave. But the line goes quickly as the staff seems so good at what they do: taking orders with a smile, answering questions about their beverages, crafting these coffee concoctions like the pros that they are. Their coffee is great. I eyed their pastries that seemed baked fresh for the day - I will go back for the ricotta and mushroom pastry. They have great merchandise too - I purchased a tank top that has the "caffeine and cowboys" print - how'd they read my mind tool And last but not least - their back patio! It is a haven to relax, sip your coffee, mingle, even your canine friend is welcome! I can go on and on about coming back...will just have this review reach more ppl since we all need to experience this place! read more

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This little coffee shop in downtown Wilmington may fool you from the outside with its seemingly small size, however, once you enter you quickly realize that there is a door out back which takes you to a beautifully green outdoor seating selection. I ordered the Dino campfire which was a tasty spin on a basic latte and came with a toasted marshmallow on top. Both baristas were very friendly and easy to talk to which made this shop even more enjoyable. Overall, I would highly recommend this place especially if you are interested in trying some different varieties of the usual drinks ordered at coffee shops. read more

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Clever merch and decor. Excellent matcha. Chill and friendly baristas on my two visits during my trip to Wilmington. Awesome outdoor area to relax with your beverage of choice with many dinosaurs around to make you smile. The decor in bathroom and hall to outdoor are awesome for dino fans. read more

This place is so awesome and creative. Love the decor in the theme of the coffee shop. The staff is always so welcoming and kind. Love that they have holiday menus and fall menus but just our basic coffee is delicious as well too. Their outdoor seating is super nice. They even have some stool seating inside. It does get super crowded and busy on the weekends and in an early morning, but I went in the afternoon and there was a lot of seating outside and even some inside. Love that they sell the T-shirts and hats and all it's just a great place and decorated in the theme is so great. read more

Hidden Grounds Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Wilmington, North Carolina

I was excited to try this place with the reviews and vibes... My hopes were pleasantly met with a delicious iced latte , wonderful service and continued smiles as I looked around for more dinosaur figurines! Can't wait to go back again! read more

Hidden Grounds Coffee - Loved everything about this place! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Wilmington, North Carolina

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Hidden Grounds Coffee was amazing! We happened to find this place by chance as it was close to our Airbnb. Right away I enjoyed seeing the decor of the place. Then we were greeted by a friendly and helpful barista. I enjoyed the selection of drinks and pastries. After much consideration I choose a Thai Rex coffee with a cookie pastry. So good! You must visit this place! I can't wait to go back. read more

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Very cool eclectic little spot with excellent coffee! Oh yeah, and dinosaurs! Awesome little area out back to relax and enjoy your coffee. And the dinosaurs of course. read more

Absolutely love this little coffee shop. It's definitely unique and their coffee is amazing. The thai tyrannosaurus rex is my favorite. The outdoor space is amazing as well. Perfect for hanging with friends, working or just relaxing by yourself. They have dinosaurs hidden all over. The baristas are super friendly and will answer any questions you may have. read more

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Very good coffee and cute outdoor sitting area! They were very busy but staff was very friendly and outgoing, and our drinks were made fairly quickly considering the line was out the door. We tried the Marlboro Man, would definitely get again. Unfortunately no gluten free pastries were in the case. Will be back for more coffee! read more

A coffee shop with super cute dinosaur theme and lush garden space. Could be kid friendly but there is a set of stairs to reach the garden. It can get very crowded! read more

I am obsessed with this place! I drove 2 hrs to try it and it did not disappoint! The location and vibes of the cafe were everything! The line was long but moved fast and the staff were amazing! Now the that matcha was highlight of my visit! It was exceptional! The latte was good too the expresso was so smooth and delicious. Already planning my next visit! read more

Hidden Grounds Coffee - Peaches and Cream Matcha & the Blueberry Latte( forgot the name)! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Wilmington, North Carolina

Who doesn't like a Jurassic Park theme? ‍. Stumbled on this place while in Wilmington. It was a rainy day but the line was still out the door. People stood in the rain for this coffee so you know I was excited to try. I had the Dubai latte and one of their homemade brown sugar pop tarts. My neice had something chai and I think a croissant. Everything was delicious. Nice coffee flavors and flaky crusts are always a win. Homemade pop tart chef's kiss. I wanted to go back the next day but we tried another place instead. It is small inside (no seating) but they have a whole theme park in the back. Dinosaurs, lions and bears. Oh my. (Just kidding about the lions and bears). Just dinosaurs . It's a cool vibe with plenty of of comfy seating. Service was amazing as well. If I lived in Wilmington, I'd definitely be a regular! read more

What a cute place!!! Love all the dinosaur decor! So glad i found this little gem in the neighborhood. Friendly staff+ great music playlist! Coffee was tasty as well. read more

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The decor and theme are great! But I'm always slightly disappointed with the coffee. The drinks are very sweet and a few times they've been out of an ingredient for the drink I wanted. I'll keep trying it in case I just haven't found 'my drink' yet. read more