I've never had cold foam and I honestly wasn't going to try it because I tend to just stick with my…read moresame order, but my sister URGED me to try and HOT DANG! The cold foam is SOOO good! I got an iced vanilla oat milk latter with vanilla cold foam and it was delightful! It's like a dollop of cool whip on top. And the espresso was just right! Yummmm! Nice setting too!

Amazing and creative drinks. Ive never had a bad experience here. The only thing is it is a little…read moreexpensive. But it is great if you want to treat yourself.

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.

Really disappointing experience at Grinders Coffee. The coffee itself was poor quality, and I was…read moresurprised they didn't offer any homemade syrups. My drink had to be remade twice, and instead of showing any sense of urgency, several employees were laughing and giggling while we waited, which came across as very unprofessional. I will say the person who took our order was nice and pleasant, and I appreciated that. Unfortunately, the overall service and coffee quality were not what I expected from a local coffee shop. There are definitely better coffee options in Wilmington.

Truly impressed! I…read morelove the decor, layout, and most certainly the outdoor seating area. There can't be another outdoor area quite like this one. It makes you feel like you're in the middle of a mini jungle, but in a good way. Customer service was excellent! The barista greeted us all with a smile and was very patient as we ordered our drinks. The coffee was delightful, and they use homemade syrups, which is a big plus! I honestly cannot wait to come back and visit again. If you're in the area, please do yourself a favor and check this place out.

Just left Hidden Grounds Coffee in Wilmington. Other than the outdoor setting, almost nothing else…read morewas worth the trip. We ordered a cappuccino, a latte, a zucchini muffin, and a cheese biscuit. The bill came to $29, including a $5 tip. The cappuccino was tiny and tasted like lukewarm burnt dirt with a faint Starbucks aftertaste (I hate Starbucks). My wife said the latte was merely okay. The zucchini muffin and cheese biscuit were both terrible--almost certainly baked sometime last week. Even after we warmed them in the microwave, one bite was enough. Dry, stale, and with a flavor that's hard to describe without being unkind. The music was so loud at 7 a.m. on a holiday Monday that you had to shout at the baristas to be heard. And that "beautiful" outdoor area? Every seat and table was wet. Nothing had been wiped down. Hard to believe this place sits at 4.9 stars. I'm doing them a favor by giving them two. Just another mediocre Wilmington spot that's easy to skip next time.

Best coffee in Wilmington!!! Super unique creations and the type of menu that makes me want to try…read moreeverything. Slightly more $ than other coffee shops in the area but worth it - you can taste the difference. Have tried the bikini bottom and the beach house so far and will be back for more!

Located in landfall shopping center next to the nail shop. Coffee beans are from Blue Cup Roastery…read more Besides drinks, Pastries and bagels are from Wilmington bread Company. Non-dairy milk options are almond, oat, macadamia nut, pistachio. Tried one of the summer specials, pandan and coconut latte which is made with pandan extract and coconut syrup. Ask them to make it less sweet. The latte was alright. Could've been made either hot or cold. Also tried one of the pastries, a blueberry crumble danish. The danish was the highlight of the visit. It was very good, not overly sweet, tasted fresh. I liked the soft, sweet blueberry crumble in the middle. Besides pastries, in a small display cooler, they have mush oats, baked omelette cups, and a gluten free snack from Cravings. In the back of the coffee shop, there are some comfortable chairs and a small couch. Dim lighting at the tables. They have a loyalty card where you can get a " stamp" for every visit and on the eighth visit, you get a free drink.

I am very glad we were able to stop by and check out this coffee shop. Really neat location, with…read moreparking in the back, plenty of seating inside, and a patio out front. Upon walking in, we noticed the nice aesthetics and a shop full of people studying, chatting, and enjoying their coffee. That was a definite indicator that people like this shop. I also have to mention the friendly customer service, which is always a major plus. Now, the coffee -- they use HOMEMADE SYRUPS! The lattes we tried were both very good. I could taste the flavors that were added, but I could also still taste the espresso, which is how a latte should be. If you're looking for a coffee shop to try in the Wilmington area, I definitely recommend giving this one a try.

Great place for everything you need, moderate pricing, great atmosphere, lots of work space. Coffee…read moreis pretty good cool combinations I got the Rosemary Vanilla quite tasty might be good with pastry! Definitely worth checking out if you got paperwork of just need a quick sip!

Great coffee, and really tasty toast options. I had the banana and almond butter. My husband had…read morethe one with Nutella. I got the hit and run which is an espresso for here and a coffee to go - very clever and tasty. The service was quick and friendly. The available indoor seating was a little crowded on a rainy day.

Delicious. Had coffee and avocado toast. A nice spot just two minutes off the beach. Good for…read morebreakfast, brunch or lunch. Coffee was very good too. Outdoor seats.

They don't make all of their pastries and sweets in house but they made the red bean bun and ube…read morescone in house. They offered to warm them up, which was only just warmed slightly. Red bean bun was okay but the sweet red bean paste filling was good, how it should taste. Ube scone was forgettable, too dense. Besides a variety of sweet pastries, they had packaged meat burritos (including from Trader Joe's), English muffin sandwiches, and egg and cheese bagels to-go. Also got a Vietnamese iced coffee and added boba to it. Not the best Vietnamese iced coffee, but was still a good substitute. Boba was not good, some were too hard. They have complementary water. Besides the food and coffee, it was a nice quiet atmosphere to relax .

One of the only Wilmington coffee shops open past 5! I was excited to pop in and try a chai- which…read moreis made in house, which I always appreciate clean ingredients. The pastries are made here too! Wedding cookie I had was delicious. Very clean bathroom and nice ambiance to pop open your laptop or read a book. Kind and quick service too.. what more could you ask for? 100% will be back.

This little coffee shop is amazing not are the coffees tasty but very creative. Our Barista…read moreexplained each drink, she was very knowledgeable and helpful. We got the brown sugar & vanilla cloud; chocolate cherry truffle latte. Both are delicious.

This genuinely might have been the best coffee I've had! I got the red velvet latte, and while it…read morewasn't necessarily red, it tasted like a rich and delicious mocha. The chocolate shavings on top really put it over the edge for me and made it extra tasty. The girl behind the counter was so sweet and helpful as well, and had our drinks out pretty quickly. The inside is very cute and has a decent amount of seating. If I lived closer I'd be here all the time!

Delicious!!! Great coffee and smoothies. The new coco cloud smoothie is super good. Service was…read moresuper friendly!!

Heard this was the local coffee chain to try so we stopped by after the beach for an iced vanilla…read morelatte. At first , I wasn't sure I put the right place into the GPS or turned too soon, as it looked like a residential area and didn't have the largest signage. However, it's a cute little shop not too far from the beach. The latte definitely hit the spot. They had smoothies, breakfast items (bakery and hot). Staff was friendly and establishment was clean. They have a simple set up - bar top by the window, a large community table and then about six tables for 2. One gender neutral bathroom. I'd come back for coffee.

Amazing location! I have been to a couple other drifts and this is by far the best one!…read more Service was amazing even though it was busy. There was a bit of a line and wait time for a table but it was well worth it. The decor and ambiance are welcoming and bustling. The Servers work very quickly are very friendly and attentive. Also great with recommendations. Food was amazing! Loved everything I had and disappointed some other locations do not have some of the option on the menu at this location. I will definitely be coming again when I am in the area again!

We stopped into Drift Cafe while dodging a quick beach shower, and it ended up being such a great…read morelittle coffee stop. I had a cortado -- which they call a "Magic" -- and it was delightful. My daughter ordered the Salted Coconut Oat Coldie and said it was fabulous! My other daughter had the Vanilla Bean Cold Brew and said the foam on top tasted like ice cream. She absolutely loved it. While we were there, lots of people were coming in for full meals, and the atmosphere was really cute and welcoming. It definitely seems like it would be a great spot to sit down for breakfast or lunch as well. Perfect beachy coffee shop vibe!