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July 2023 by Ana A.
This is absolutely the best place on the island for hiding away for some me time! I got a drink from their café and roamed both floors of books, music, antiques, vintage clothing, art, and home goods and then got bakery and snacks to go home with. I'm enamored with their bumblebee coffee and will be ordering more to ship home! The owners are the greatest and service was wonderful; I started a purchase pile at the counter and she added it to my tab as I went.
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May 2023 by Davis W.
This place used to be wonderful. They offered a variety of baked good that were delicious. You could order a cake, pie, or cookies ahead of time and pick it up. Not any more. Their selection is "baker's choice" so there's not dependability on what is available. When I tried to order a cake for my mother's birthday I called during business hours three days in a row and now one ever picked up. I emailed, no one responded. I went in and asked and the young woman said, "we don't take special orders and we never did." Not true, young lady, so simply say you don't do that any longer. They've lost a customer.
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March 2023 by Vandad C.
Kind of a strange place, not sure what to call it. It's a bookstore primarily but they also sell (key lime) pies, jam, cured meats, and pretty good coffee too. Oh and a classic 1950s styled fridge draped in the American flag for $3500. It's weird but awesome. It gets even better if you go upstairs, it's like a treasure trove of books and random toys that you can just browse and try to pick out something unique. It ranges from children's books to Kurt Vonnegut so you can find just about anything. It's like that warehouse at the end of Indiana Jones where they stash the ark of the covenant except maybe it's smaller and nothing will melt your face off.
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February 2023 by Jennifer H.
Baked goods, books and gorgeous little things! There's so much to look at and drool over in Sugar Island. Not only are there delicious baked goods on the first floor, but there are cool spices, teas and kitchen/tea decor. The second floor houses a terrific used bookstore, with little vintage items hiding in nooks among the books. They were open on Saturday and Monday in February--we didn't check on Sunday. We'll definitely return when we're back in Surf City!
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February 2023 by Anastasia G.
So if you're obsessed with bakeries and baked goods in general like I am, you'll get really excited when this place pops up on your Google search. You'll also get excited when you arrive and see the sign saying "Sugar Island Bakery and Supplies"....Don't be. As I learned from the person running the business today, they no longer are an actual bakery and stopped calling themselves such "years ago". Which was really news to me because not only is the actual word "bakery" on their signage out front. Also, they come up with menus for baked goods and advertise them for every holiday...? Anyway, great baked goods when you can get them, but don't expect consistency. I acknowledge that I am from a more structured area and my biggest problem since moving down here is that I expect too much from the small businesses and owners. I'm working on it.
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October 2022 by Kimberly P.
My most favorite place on Topsail Island. Delicious coffee and tea options, fabulous homemade baked goods and a quirky book and gift store all in one!
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September 2022 by Katrina M.
Never can depend on them being open. Never clear on exactly what they have available. Website is an absolute mess. It's a shame because the few treats we have been able to snag have been good.
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August 2022 by Joyce C.
Highly recommend the Italian pistachio cake. It was outstanding. Reminded us of Christmas. The coconut chess pie was also delicious. I bet if we tried one of each thing we would say the same thing
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July 2022 by Jenny S.
One of my favorite spots on the island! What could be better than fresh coffee, yummy baked goods (try the jam bars), and books at the beach? This quaint, quirky little shop is a can't miss at
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July 2022 by Georgia K.
Lovely store and fun options of baked goods! Their iced chai latte is 10/10. I also bought some yummy home made almond butter. I will definitely return it back in Surf City!
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May 2022 by HurricaneGal_11
A very unique shop with bakery goods, coffee, tea, books and local artisans. Chai tea with just the right combination of sweetness and spice . I love that I found ginger cookies and molasses and raisins Service was excellent and staff friendly
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March 2022 by Rian N.
Good ice cream. Fun decorations- my daughter enjoyed the flamingo. The soft serve is an excellent value at a $1.99 a cup.
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March 2022 by Wayne M.
Amazing!! No other comments needed. If they are open, go! Hands down my favorite bakery in New Hanover and Pender county.
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March 2022 by Bella B.
Excellent place and a must visit for any coffee, pastry or book connoisseurs. They even got a fair share of vintage novelty items spread through the store! Absolutely love this place. It's one of a kind and a place that will make you intrigued throughout your visit. Also the painted moon stairs leading upstairs are SO cute. The staff is very friendly!! They answer any questions you may have and will even recommend places in the store that are catered towards your interests. As a barista myself, I found the expresso to be very savory and delicious. Highly recommend this place for breakfast, brunch or even a snack.
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December 2021 by Mary Louise B.
Love their carrot cake. Cookies and muffins are also delightful. Close to center of our little town and in same strip as New York Deli. Grab a cup of coffee there too.