Coastal Blends

Coastal Blends in Holly Ridge is a coffee shop and nutrition cafe in one: espresso drinks and iced lattes alongside high-protein coffees, loaded teas and protein shakes, with sandwiches and avocado toast if you’re hungry.

• Holly Ridge
• Coffee & protein drinks
• Owner-run
• Customizable

What stands out

The welcome is what people remember: friendly owners, a cozy room and a staff happy to steer you to a drink. The White Carmellow iced latte gets standout praise, and protein shakes and mega teas are big draws for regulars. Drinks can be made with less sugar or none, and local artisans’ goods are for sale.

What to order

• White Carmellow iced latteSingled out by a recent visitor.
• High-protein coffeeIced coffee with protein, in flavors like hazelnut and mocha.
• A protein shakeDessert flavors such as birthday cake or strawberry cheesecake.
• A mega teaBrightly flavored loaded teas, a regulars’ favorite.
• Avocado toast or a chicken salad croissantFrom the food board.

The setting

A homey shop on NC 50 in Holly Ridge, on the way between the island and US 17, with patio seating outside and local crafts for sale.

Before you go

• Order ahead online for pickup.
• Ask for sugar-free or less-sweet versions; most drinks can be adjusted.

Plan your visit

• Where: 1061 E. Ocean Road, Holly Ridge, NC 28445
• Hours: Tuesday and Thursday 7am–7pm; other days 7am–5pm.
• Menu & updates: coastalblendsandfriends.com
• More nearby: coffee shops near Holly Ridge

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Based on the business’s own website, menu and social posts and on recurring themes in public guest reviews; checked October 2026. Menus, hours and prices change, so confirm with the business before you go.