I have visited Cape Fear Coffee a couple times since they have opened in the old Starbucks spot…read moreinside Independence Mall. A friend and I were shopping yesterday and I was in dire need of caffine, so we parked right next to the food court so this could be our first stop! There was a cute chalkboard sign next to the register showcasing their cold brew coffee. I love cold brew. If you're unfamiliar, cold brew coffee is just coffee that is steeped overnight. The coffee slowly infuses with the water, so you get a stronger brew. An added advantage is that you get virtually no bitter flavor that sometimes remains after a normal hot brew. Anyway, needless to say, I ordered their cold brew with a half-pump of sugar free vanilla syrup and almond milk. This is my go to coffee order because I don't want it super sweet. Additional reason: I have to get in a bathing suit this weekend. The coffee was strong but not bitter. Very smooth and the barista mixed the perfect amount of almond milk! Perfect! My friend Maranda got a mint chocolate chip coffee ice cream shake. Let me tell you, this thing was ah-maz-ing! Not super sweet, chocolatey with a hint of mint, and you could still taste the coffee behind it all. She let me try it, but I wouldn't asked to if she hadn't! I was mint-green with envy at her order. Seriously, give this local shop a try! It is fantastic and the service was equally as wonderful!

Great service so glad they sell ice cream here and cookies the barista we had was awesome she went…read moreabove and beyond to help us i wish i would of get her name but i didn't she even went out of her way for me she even heated my cookies for me. Super sweet young girl thanks so much for your amazing service today!

What a lovely hidden gem in town! I tried their banana milk cold brew and would recommend it to…read moreanyone coming as it was delicious. The staff were friendly, the atmosphere is perfect for working or studying. As someone who lives in the neighborhood, I can't believe I haven't been here sooner!

Last weekend I explored this coffee shop bookstore, basically an urban legend concept in most…read morecities these days. The place is wedged at the edge of a neighborhood that backs up to one of the main city streets. I believe I saw about six parking spots total in the gravel parking lot. ZOLA's coffee menu is a unique blend of spiced lattes and especially sourced beans. There's just a couple breakfast bar type food items to choose from. After looking over the menu a few times, a barista stepped out from behind the coffee bar and started talking with me about the menu options. I tried the cumin latte which definitely peaked my mind. I then explored the diverse selection of used and new books in the space. Most of the reading selections were unknown to me, a rare experience. I picked up a journal on women's spirituality. There is something for everyone at ZOLA's.

Adorable pink decor and great energy. Ordering was a breeze. They have a menu of specialty drinks,…read morebut went with a lavender oat milk latte. It was delish, but probably could have been just a little bit stronger. That's a matter of personal preference. Also, the barista brought us out the drinks instead of shouting across the space, which was super considerate. It is a small interior, but there is a lot of variation in the types of tables and seating. It's so much more cozy than a big chain and everything being pink gives it a very feminine and comfortable energy. I would be a happy camper posting up with my laptop and clickity-clacking all day. The plaza it is in is a little sketchy, but once you get through the doors here- it is a total oasis. Loves it!

such a cute place! got the strawberry matcha with cold foam which was about $8. really great…read moreservice, sweet and friendly. lots of seating.

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!

10 out of 10. Amazing coffee and service. While visiting Wilmington, I googled this gem and…read moredecided to indulge. It's a cute quaint coffee shop with great trinkets, stationary, mugs, cards and of course - Coffee. I had the Golden Gal (see photo). It was delightful. The baristas were super helpful and friendly. I seriously wanted to return for another one or one of the other drinks. But it was my last day in Wilmington . But I will certainly be back.

We celebrated my three year old granddaughters birthday here and it was fabulous. My granddaughter…read moreabsolutely loves tea parties! I am gluten free and Karen made one serving for just me and the rest of our family got the regular menu. I know cooking gluten free is not easy and to do it for one was quite a treat for me. I cannot rave about the food enough. Every item was delicious and we had such great care while we were there. We left very full and left with a child's tea set to boot!!! My granddaughter was eyeing it. Karen had many beautiful items and teas to purchase there. The room was filled with beautiful tea pots and cups. I highly recommend Karen and the amazing job she is doing to bring back tea houses!!!

I am obsessed with afternoon tea and try to find tea places everywhere I go. I was happy to find…read moreThe Timeless Table and made a reservation for my husband and I. You absolutely need to make one because the location is super tiny and only has space for like 2-3 groups at a time. Although small it is very cute and super clean. Service was perfection and the entire meal was delicious, especially their chicken salad! Highly recommended.

I was lucky enough to meet the folks from Goodness Gracie at the Great Grapes festival in…read moreCharlotte, NC. It's wonderful to know that the family behind these amazing and uber delicious gourmet products are incredibly nice and generous. While there are so many different items that I adored (and I tried quite a few samples) my favorite is the Heavenly Toffee Cookies. Tasty grahams toffee'd up to the wazoo. SO delightful. I pretty much took down an entire 6 oz. bag in one sitting. Goodness Gracie, you sure do make delicious treats. They also make a ton of other cookies and delicious snack items that make for perfect gifts for anyone who loves a tasty morsel and/or local products. Their website also hosts a variety of really cute basket-like gifts for any occasion at really affordable prices. I will continue to support this great local company in any way I can! Trust me, if you try their cookies or snacks you won't be able to resist either.

Wowzers!!! These snacks are Yum-O and Rachael Ray agrees! Seriously, these snacks have been…read morefeatures on Food Network, the Rachael Ray Show, in Southern Living magazine and named a Food and Wine magazine top pick! You cannot beat that! I met the owners at the Beaufort Wine and Food Festival this past weekend and like Nicole, we bought two bags and finished them in the hotel room before the weekend was over. They are incredible! The couple hand makes all of their items themselves. I am allergic to tree nuts so we bought the Oatmeal Toffee cookies! Holy shmoley, these things are the best! When we got home, I got online and ordered more for myself and some gifts. You gotta visit this site and grab some for yourself!

Excellent selection of chocolates and great service. If you like chocolate, you must try Burry…read moreChocolates!

Oh wow, these chocolates are SO good! The sea salt caramel, fruit cream chocolates and chocolate…read morecovered cherries were my fave!

Great vibe! Super gracious host... pastry tasted great with a offer of coffee on the side!read more

What a rip-off! We went there simply to look around, and the owner opened a box containing a small,…read moredry piece of candy in front of my six-year-old daughter. My daughter touched it briefly, and the owner then insisted that we had to buy it and charged us $10 for a small, dry piece of candy. This was one of the most blatant examples of taking advantage of a customer that I have ever experienced. I have never encountered such behavior, even in places where I would have expected much lower standards of customer service. Please be careful. If you visit this place, I strongly recommend looking from outside rather than going in. If you do go inside, keep your hands in your pockets and be extremely careful not to touch anything, because you may be pressured into paying for it.