Continued 5 STAR LOVE AND ADMIRATION for Kind Cup coffee shop and its very cool, eclectic…read morecollection of handmade jewelry, home decor, art pieces and clothing housed inside (you would never guess all that's inside the shop unless you ventured in!). Kind Cup, first and foremost, is an indie coffee spot that has amazing (strong, not wimpy weak) coffee and latte drinks, a (usually well stocked) display case of baked goods (get there early in the busy season else the pickin's will be slim!). This time, I had the butter cake and it was delicious and complimented my flavored latte brilliantly. Staff is always friendly and amazing! Don't be in a huge rush when you go there and be sure to head out back - there's a beautifully manicured and cared for garden area with some seating and tables sprinkled around the grounds to sit, sip and take it all in - giving faraway feel vibes. I posted a bunch of new pics and vids this visit (including of the garden area) so check them out and see what the inside is like as well as a cool vid of the pretty garden area. I would recommend coming here (when it's not too hot lol) to stroll around the entire Historic Corolla Village. You can truly spend a day here - at least a few hours / half day - just park your car ANYWHERE - plenty of parking in the historic village and just start strolling. Everything is walkable and it's so easy to explore the area. Hit the tiny Corolla Village BBQ shack for great pork bbq sandwiches $10 (top off your sando with their coleslaw yum!), check out the famous Corolla lighthouse and stop in to the lighthouse gift shop, visit the maritime museum, stroll by the beautiful yellow painted Whalehead Club mansion, browse the Island Bookstore, visit the Wildlife Education Center / Museum or just be lazy and bring a chair and a book and camp out on a grassy spot overlooking the sound. The Kind Cup though should be your first stop to grab a latte and a pastry! Can't get much better than that! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

Just ate the best muffin I've ever had in my life on the way home from obx. Thanks to The Kind cup!…read moreEverything bagel muffin with cream cheese inside- everything bagel spices on top. Perfectly baked. Coffee was on par too. Great stop. Cute art offerings and souvenirs too. *sorry no muffin pic, I inhaled it like a seagull with a french fry. *I believe this is a special recipe from one of the locals. Chefs kiss!

This place seemed kinda cute so we stopped by to check it out. It was pretty empty inside but the…read moreemployees were clearly stressed out about something. When my wife asked for assistance, the elderly employee just walked past her. I was able to get help from the younger girl leaning against the counter but to be honest, it seemed like neither of them wanted to be there or help us so we just fended for ourselves. There was a big stage to one side, but nothing happening there so the kids just sat there and waiting for us adults to finishing perusing. There are lots of alcohol and coffee options but nothing stood out as a must have so we ended up not getting anything. We were pretty hungry, but there were no food options except vending machine type food, so we were out of luck. Be sure to grab a seat inside and enjoy the nursing home quality heat levels. There are more seats available outside but the smell of the full trash cans scattered is around was rather unpleasant.

Blue 42's Brewing Barn is the kind of place you stumble upon and instantly want to tell everyone…read moreabout. I stopped in while heading down to OBX, in search of a decent latte or frappe, and was blown away by how much more this place offers. Not only did I get a delicious Java chip frappe, but there was also live music playing, great vibes, and a surprisingly wide selection of goodies for sale. It's a cozy, small-town spot that packs everything a tourist could want. The woman running the show was doing it all, from expertly pouring drafts to crafting my frappe with care & she did it with a smile. It's rare to find a place that balances beer, coffee, charm, and community all in one. Whether you're craving a cold brew, need a break from the road, or just want to soak in some local flavor, Blue 42's Brewing Barn is the perfect pitstop.

Pass the Salt is a cute little country cafe operated by the sweetest people!…read more It deserves more than a 5 star rating. This was our second visit. Our family of 5 dropped by in the early afternoon on a Wednesday. We were warmly greeted, seated and made to feel comfortable and at home. The decor is simple and cute. Several tables are constructed of old doors, decorated and covered with glass. Many other artistic and creative decorative touches highlight this cute cafe. There is a good selection of beer, wine and specialty drinks as well as a great assortment of soft drinks. The menu has a wide selection of apps, sandwiches and salads (all unique and intriguing) I am a guy who enjoys a great burger from the great selection. I ordered the "Double Ringer Burger" and added bacon. I just found the best burger that I ever had! Two perfectly seasoned burgers were seared on both sides and perfectly pink in the middle. They were served on a tasty brioche bun with three deep fried onion rings and highlighted with a special sauce. All of the selections chosen by our group earned great reviews from my family. Portions are generous and served with a choice of sides. The house-made desserts sound delicious, but none of us had room to partake. Pass The Salt is well worth the drive from Sandbridge (1 hour).

Not a look of restaurants in this area, but this one is far and few…read more..... EXCELLENTE.......everything is so good here. Today my son got the ultimate burger which he has ordered 3 years in a row, it's good. My mother in law got the palminto cheese sandwich. OMG it's huge. It's like she got 2 sandwiches, it was humongous. I love the Baja bowl but today got the Baja burrito. I think I like the bowl more. Add shrimp. Best shrimp. The Reuben was also amazing. You really can't go wrong here A big menu. Lots of choices *I don't know what happened to their French fries. They use to be a good crinkle fry. Now they are different and just gross

The BEST desserts in NC! Yes, really! All locals know that Kevin's is the place to go for the…read morebest desserts around, created daily and fresh, right next door in Cindy's Kitchen. From 12-layer, Lemon, and Red Velvet Cakes, to huge and decadent Muffins, and everything in between! My favorites are the Oreo and Pig-Pickin' cakes, and any of the double-stuffed ginormous cookie sandwiches. All/most come in single serve (huge), up to 1/2 and full sized cakes. If you're ever on Rt 168 going to or from the Outer Banks, look for the "Liberty" gas station (can't miss it), and stop in! *CLOSED Sundays* You can thank me later ;-)

This place is a must for lunch never been dissatisfied with any of the food and the desserts are…read moreamazing

We had a fabulous time at this go to Bakery/ice-cream bar/candy/candies hot spot! It was full of…read moreoptions for local jams and sauces. It was so inviting and had so many options of candies, party decor, sweets and eats, and I had the best chocolate Heath malt (he let me design my own milkshake which was so much fun)! Their prices were much better then the other farmers markets nearby, and thoroughly enjoyed this family owned bakery and ice-cream bar that has so many options to see, enjoy, and purchase! If your a local they can take care of all your party needs from decor to birthday cakes! They provided stellar service and will definitely hop by here again with my family next we pass by!

From breads to cookies, cupcakes to cakes made to order, this place is amazing!! Not only has…read moreeverything I've ever had from there tasted great, Tiffany made a couple cakes for a special birthday party and they were a hit. I gave her cake flavors and general ideas of what I was looking for and she went to work to make super tasty creations that looked INCREDIBLE! The birthday lady didn't even want to cut the one because it looked so cool but with one bite she was extremely glad she did. Reach out to them for any of your bakery requests, you won't be disappointed!!

Cute little coffee shop that has been a part of the community for 25+ years. The service was spot…read moreon. There was a food amount of coffee and drinks choices.

Super busy and super crowded on a Tuesday morning. I did manage to get a table and eventually, I…read morewas able to get to the front of the line for a coffee. Just a simple drip and that was more than okay today. Wifi worked well, the seats were comfortable and it was nice to watch the constant flow of customers as I blasted out emails. [Review 884 of 2025 - 4307 in North Carolina - 24441 overall]

The coffee was really good! They had gluten free options for my friend which was nice. The workers…read morewere sweet and helped me clean up my coffee spill. The inside was pretty cute aswell.

Such a cute spot for coffee. The quality of the coffee was bold and tasted amazing. If you are in…read moreOBX looking for a fun and good tasting coffee come here.

Oh man...where do I start?! If you love cinnamon rolls or cheese danish...just go...you won't be…read moredisappointed!! We went two days in a row! The Nutella ice coffee was good too! There will be a line out the door, but that's how you know you should go check them out! Get there early before they sell out!

After my experience at multiple Donut shops across the U.S I would rate Northern Lights Bakery one…read moreof the lesser experiences. To get straight to the point, the donuts are dense and not worth the wait/price. The worker was manning the cashier and putting donuts in boxes although she did have gloves, the gloves didn't seem to be getting changed. Not sure if some people down south have taste but the line to this place was long. There were flies everywhere. Although the staff were nice, they are understaffed and not clean. This place is another beach vacation money grab to travelers. Update: Found a baked in hair in one of the glazed donuts. Never Again DO NOT waste your $.