Dancing Turtle Coffee Shop
Cafe & Bakery

Dancing Turtle Coffee Shop

Morning coffee and bakery stop at the south end of Hatteras Island, near the ferry dock

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$$$$Hatteras, NC

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Dancing Turtle Coffee Shop is a small cafe and bakery at the south end of Hatteras Island, a few minutes from the dock where the free NC ferry departs for Ocracoke. It's a budget-friendly stop for coffee and something baked before an early ferry, a day of surf fishing, or the drive back up NC-12 toward the rest of the seashore.

  • Hours: open daily, 6:30am–12:30pm — morning only, every day of the week
  • Price range: $
  • Location: Hatteras village, near the ferry departure point

No website is listed, so call ahead at (252) 986-4004 if you're timing a visit around the ferry schedule or an early start on the water.

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4.7

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Wish I had photos! The lemon Poppyseed muffin was super tasty! The Americanos were perfectly made. And loved the beach vibe of this cafe. Only place open for breakfast on Sunday near Hatteras - so come early or be prepared to stand in line! Fabulous selections of smoothies, espresso drinks - both hot and cold, as well. As baked goods. The only addition I would suggest is keto friendly option for those managing blood sugar! But that is NOT a complaint!! We loved it, highly recommend it and will be back! Get your coffee and beverages and get put on the beach 🏖️

Jourdan McKinney
Jourdan McKinney

2 months ago

Had the sweetest woman take my order and even gave me a little bit of knowledge about the realty company I used for my vacation rental. Coffee was stellar. Cinnamon rolls were quickly eaten by my kiddo and the danish was finished before I got back to the house so I didnt have to share it. Absolutely will be back for every visit!

Wes
Wes

3 months ago

This place has everything that makes for a great coffee shop! First of all, great coffee (and many, many other drinks)! Second, the service is fast and friendly. And third, the pastries are fresh and delicious and they even have some savory options. It’s pretty small inside but the vibe is great and there’s a great big island outside to go enjoy your refreshments!

Local guide, KC
Local guide, KC

5 months ago

Was closed when we visited the first time with no indication it would be closed at all. All online forums have them open 6:30AM-12:30PM, EACH DAY, but they are actually closed on Tuesday and Wednesday. So don’t visit then. Super quaint and the back of the coffee shop is the true gem!!!

Anuradha Basnet
Anuradha Basnet

a year ago

This place has so many coffee options I was so impressed. It also has a wide selection of decaf drinks such as smoothies, refreshers, and frozen drinks. The front area has many games such as ping pong, badminton, tic tac toe, board games, and swings. There are many seating options and it is so fun to stop by at for coffee and to enjoy your time. The muffins are all delicious and the drinks were the perfect size. They have pumpkin spice lattes in the spring!!! Yay!!! ☕️🌊☀️🌷🌼💕☺️

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