Raise a Glass in Wilmington, NC

Sip and savor refreshing views from rooftop bars and riverfront restaurants, discover hidden-but-happening speakeasies and tour local distilleries and breweries. Wilmington’s beverage scene is full of historic, scenic and off-the-beaten-path locations to satisfy your thirst and curiosity. Browse bottle shops stocked with local and regional beers and wines, embark on a craft beer odyssey along the Wilmington Ale Trail and cozy up in wine bars featuring global selections paired with chef-created small plates.

Coffee Shops


Find an array of eclectic coffee houses, roasters and shops ready to satisfy your caffeine cravings. Visit a coffee shop that offers shark-teeth jewelry, or a surf shop with an upstairs café overlooking the ocean.