Surf City Coffee

Surf City Coffee is a tiny, owner-run shop a short walk from the Surf City pier, filled with the work of local artists. Owner Pat Davis has been pouring coffee here since 2018, and plenty of families make it their first and last stop of every beach week.

• Surf City
• Owner-run
• Local art
• Morning stop

What stands out

Visitors describe a warm welcome and an owner who remembers a once-a-year guest’s order. Gluten-free treats from a local maker come up often, along with smoothies and frozen mochas. It’s small and gets busy on summer Saturday mornings, so bring a little patience with a big order.

What to order

• Double-Fudge Mocha frappeRich and frozen; ask for an extra shot.
• Iced caramel coffeeA simple favorite on a hot morning.
• A fruit smoothieMango, strawberry, piña colada or blueberry pomegranate.
• Iced chai latteFrom the cold drinks list.
• Something off-menuThe shop encourages you to ask the barista for a special concoction.
• A gluten-free treatFrom Gluten Free by the Sea, a local baker whose goods are sold in the shop.

Photos: Surf City Coffee

The setting

A small, colorful room with art, sea glass lights, handmade mugs, jewelry and beach paintings by about 19 local makers. It’s a morning shop: grab a coffee, browse the art, then walk down to the pier.

Before you go

• Mornings are the time to go; it usually closes in the early afternoon.
• Almond milk is available, and drinks can be customized.

Plan your visit

• Where: 205 D Roland Avenue, Surf City, NC 28445
• Hours: Daily from 7am until about 1pm.
• Menu & updates: surfcitycoffeenc.com
• More nearby: coffee shops near Surf City

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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.