The staff is so kind and friendly! The drinks are perfect. The beer selection is great!!!read more

During our three day trip to Carolina beach, we spent each morning at Crush and Grind getting "kick…read moreass service" from the rad dude at the counter! He really gave amazing customer service by greeting each person who walked in and remained chill even when the line grew and he was the only person working. We tried many drinks but my personal fav was the Seabee! If you like a sweet latte, I highly recommend this one!

The food & drinks were amazing! Interesting (in a good way) drink menu…read moreService was great with friendly servers. Nice vibe to the cafe

The espresso at this place is top-notch. If you like the taste of espresso, just know that every…read moreshot they pull is smooth and strong. I've been here a couple times and love the location. The only thing that can be frustrating is the wait times and being lost in the shuffle of people, but once you get the coffee, you forget about it.

Amazing customer service today. Truly two angels working behind the counter. I'm a tourist and they…read morewere so kind to me. Thank you!

Super eclectic shop! Coffee is delicious. Pipping HOT and made to order. Staff is incredibly kind…read moreand helpful - treats you like you're a local. The shop itself is so unique and welcoming. Filled with local art, toys for kids to play while at the shop, and beautiful plants to admire. ALL are WELCOME people and pets ‍ even giving your little fur family members treats while visiting.

We decided to order donuts midweek for breakfast during our vacation. We also tried the glazed…read morecroissant and donut holes. For my taste, the original glaze is too sweet. If you really like sweet things, you'll probably love it. My Espresso High donut was absolutely perfect (10/10) and will be my go-to whenever I return to Wake and Bake. My husband had the Carolina Sand donut and loved it. The online ordering was very convenient, and they had our order ready for us at pickup time.

Unique donut shop located in a shopping center near the beach. They had a ton of donut choices on…read moretheir massive chalkboard menu and had a display showing off the different donuts as well. Everything looked delicious, but I settled on the glazed croissant and the couch potato donut. The glazed croissant is a must order! It's the best of both breakfast worlds - a croissant with glazed donut frosting. The couch potato donut was a great mixture of sweet from the frosting and salty with the chips. Service was wonderful too! There was only one employee working the cash register, but when the line was getting longer, an employee that was folding boxes stopped what he was doing to jump in and help. I'd come back here - especially because I need to try all of their donut flavors!

What a cool place!?! My friend and I stopped by for a drink after exploring the Aquarium down the…read moreday. The vibe is warm and inviting when you first come in. They had lots of seasonal coffee offerings listed, but we were here for the wine... and a cookie... AND a cinnamon roll! Both of which they warmed up for us. Alicia was the one who helped us decide on wines. Her recommendations were excellent! We also bought a bottle of a white Pinot Noir at her recommendation, so unique! Definitely not something you see every day. They had tons of local beers on tap, so if you're not into wine and coffee that might call to you more. I tried a taste of the Taco Lime which was like a Mexican lager. It was pretty good! I can't wait to come back and check them out again.

Tried the gingerbread latte (hot) from the new winter menu! Service and latte was great!…read more Get down there on Monday nights $4 drafts! Get location and time and owner is willing to support community and school with giveback nights!

The food is great, but the staff is even better!…read more When you think of southern hospitality and good food this is what should come to mind.

I was so happy with all the food that we ordered for our breakfast! The plan was to eat at beach…read moreduring the kite festival and the food was even better later, especially since we got the breakfast tots with all the fixings on it. My daughter usually gets her own food but she took some of mine of course! Everyone in there was so nice and helpful when it came to ordering food. Sitting outside on the rocking chairs made our morning too.

Whenever we come down to the beach visiting the Veggie Wagon is a must!! The staff is really…read morefriendly and they have wonderful food and drink choices. Really there's something for everyone. Don't miss out on this gem!

The Veggie Wagon in Carolina Beach is a locally loved market that offers a bit of everything. The…read morecharming and welcoming atmosphere provides everything from organic produce and freshly baked goods to craft beers, wines, and gourmet items. The Veggie Wagon focuses on supporting local farmers and artisans, making it a go-to spot for fresh fruits, vegetables, jams, and handmade snacks. They also feature prepared foods, like sandwiches, salads, and grab-and-go meals. My personal favorite go-to is grabbing a cup of coffee and one of their freshly baked warm chocolate chip cookies. The shop is a staple in Carolina Beach and often holds music and wine events on the weekend. They have a beautiful new patio with a lot of seating making it the perfect spot to have a glass of wine while listening to live music. Make sure to check out their social media for what's happening while you visit.

This is a small cafe by the Kure beach pier offering a good amount of coffee and non-coffee…read moreoptions. They make your drink fast and the coffee is quite the pick me up to start your day. This place is definitely worth checking out when you're in town or a local!

Too often we miss the boat before they close, but this time we made a point to stop by twice…read more My spouse got her favorite coffee, mermaid magic and she ordered a half gallon to bring home too. You need to order it a day in advance. I got a concoction of blueberry and marshmallows that was sweet and delicious!! The bldg is tiny inside, so no place to sit, but the staff is always super nice so that makes up for it.

This is my new favorite coffee shop on the east side of NC. The decor is minimal and modern, the…read morestaff was welcoming and friendly ! The food was beyond amazing and healthy focused! I just wish they would bring one to lake norman!

Love the coffee here! I have tried the blueberry coffee and raspberry almond latte. It is always…read morepretty busy here, but for the coffee, I say it is worth the wait. I also got a salad here, and it wasn't the best for the high price point, but maybe I just need to try something else. The service can also be a little slow (I assume to how busy it can be with all the orders). Overall, I will be here for the coffee, especially the raspberry almond lattes.

When you need your donut fix, this is the place. Hot glazed donuts right out of the grease…read more Unhealthy, sure! Satisfying, yes please!

CASH ONLY. This spot is very popular and is a tourist must do. I was lucky enough to be here on the…read moreoff-season so my wait was about 20 minutes. Ordering at the counter was very simple and it was casual. They only do takeout and counter service. They also only do one type of doughnut, a simple plain glazed doughnut. However, they do it very well. They have the option of ordering single donuts, bags of six, and bags of a dozen. Also, they have tax baked into the price, which I loved. No fiddling with coins! The actual line to order was very short, but then people wait around the shop for their name to be called. My donuts came out piping hot, and I was so excited to try one. Someone in my group called them funnel cakes with glaze, which was a perfect way to describe them. They are light, fluffy, and it's very easy to eat an infinite number of them. Overall, I would say this place is definitely worth stopping into. For the price and quality, you really can't beat it. I'd imagine they get really busy during tourist season and that the wait gets much longer, so just be ready for that. Definitely worth waiting for. Also, if you're torn between getting a bag of six and a dozen, get the dozen. Nom nom!