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    Maven Coffee

    4.7 (54 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating

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    Brandon W.

    When I'm on vacation, I always love trying new coffee shops, and I was excited when I came across this one. Maven takes a different approach to coffee, skipping the standard heavy syrup you find in most places and instead focusing on carefully crafted pieces of art. I would describe their style as a hybrid between the craftsmanship of fine dining, the flavor blending of craft cocktails, all wrapped up in an artistic display. The people working here are skilled and very friendly and happy to explain their menu My wife had the campfire latte, which was a gentle s'mores flavor with freshly crumbled graham cracker topping in a marshmallow they toasted right in front of you as a top. Most importantly, it was very coffee forward on flavor with very minimal but appropriate use of sweetening flavors. I had the chocolate cherry truffle latte, which was again very coffee forward with very subtle and perfectly balanced flavors. Most interestingly, the drinks were a very fair price, because with this level of artistry in presentation you'd expect it to be expensive. This was a great little stop on vacation, and if I was local I would come more often. They are definitely stepping out of the mold of the traditional mainstream coffee shop, And doing a great job.

    Such GREAT coffee! It's right off College so super convenient for me when I want an amazing cup of coffee. The service is a cut above also. I love Maven!

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    Charlene C.

    Maven coffee is as good as the last time I was here years ago, it is the best coffee in town. They have renovated since then with more seating inside and outdoors. Had to get the latte with the cloud as pictured on their Instagram. On the menu it is titled brown sugar and vanilla cloud latte with popping pearls. Comes in either 12 ounce or 16 ounces. Didn't get a cool picture of the cloud since I had my hands full with a baby, but it was very cool to see. The cloud is food grade glycerin, vanilla flavored. I finished the 12 ounces easily because it was so good. I almost wished I got the 16 ounces. The coffee is just so flavorful! No public restrooms.

    Brenda C.

    What a cute spot! A friend referred me to come check this place out. Friendly staff. I order their famous campfire latte! So yummy and what a great presentation! You can really taste the smoky essence.

    Karen R.

    I searched for a coffee spot and came across Maven. I was pleasantly surprised with the drink I ordered with a bubble on top. I believe it was a latte with popping bubbles at the bottom that were sweet and made the drink super tasty, in addition to the huge bubble.

    Lovely coffee shop
    Anna D.

    Delicious high end coffee and knowledgeable owner with fantastic selection! Really chill spot.

    Maple bacon infusion in progress! I kid you not, amazing
    Theresa Z.

    Can I just tell you the coffee EXPERIENCE I had yesterday morning?!?!? Like a full blown out of this world experience?... worth every bit of what it costs. This is not your ordinary coffee shop. It's a hidden gem imo. Literally. A year ago I read reviews on here and tried to go to their location but couldn't find it in the plaza until recently I was visiting another location there and looked over to see the only sign they have is on their door! I ordered the pumpkin latte. . Out of this world. See photos. Most drinks are available in both hot and iced except I believe I've, the Manhattan. The various scents of beans and the smoke infusion make it an experience. It's a great space to work or meet up for convo. Indoor and outdoor seating. The gentleman working the counter was extremely nice and informative. Explained the process and how to select the bean. They carry high end coffee merch and of course the beans. I'm definitely going to be back there if not every morning lol. This may be my one indulgence for myself! They also offer classes (similar to wine tasting) but for coffee connoisseurs ...

    Brown sugar and vanilla latte
    Ashley L.

    Such incredible service and a knowledgeable barista. Drink was so unique with the popping bubbles but very good. Worth a try

    Strawberry matcha

    The guy working is the nicest guy ever, best matcha I've ever had in my life. I came here this morning, came back after lunch haha. See you tomorrow morning!! Guys you have got to try this place I don't review often but wow.

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    Emily A.

    Okay, this has to be the coolest coffee shop I've ever been to. The owner goes very in depth to explain how each item is made, and where the beans are sourced from. You can tell how much he cares about his craft and it definitely shows in the taste of the coffee. The campfire was outstanding. He explained that they did a marshmallow tasting to find the absolute best marshmallow to use. After the coffee is made and the marshmallow is toasted, they put it in this vase type of thing. Then they use a smoking gun and fill it with cherry wood chips that gives it the most delicious taste. I was amazed at how meticulous he was with every single cup he made. Overall, this was some of the absolute best coffee I've ever had. Please go check them out and support this amazing local business!

    $9 matcha size

    my friend says this is the best matcha in wilmington- wrong. the people that like the matcha here do not like actual matcha. the matcha scene here is not good in general and this is no exception. the 12 oz that looked like a kids cup of matcha was $9.10 without a tip. the matcha was khaki colored instead of green and just not great. i can't get over that is was $9 and so bad. i drank matcha all over LA and even those matchas were not $9.

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    Sela O.

    amazing service, delicious drinks that are high quality. has the best vibe inside and the workers are so friendly and helpful. 10/10 would recommend.

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    Elaine R.

    What a cute and fun coffee shop! The staff is very friendly, and this is truly something I've never seen done before. I tried the red velvet coffee, and oh my gosh, it is so delicious! I would definitely recommend!! Solid 10/10!

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    Friendly service and amazing flavor. The campfire latte is absolutely the best coffee creation I've ever experienced

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    Best coffee/espresso around. Super friendly and knowledgeable about their product. The taste and presentation Is well worth it.

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    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.

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    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.

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