Wilmington & Wrightsville Beach Clean Living Guide: My Favorite Local Spots!

Sep 5

I’ve lived in Wilmington, NC, for the past five years, and I often get asked about my favorite spots for everything from clean beauty to dining out. To make things easier, I’ve put together this guide to help you explore Wilmington and Wrightsville with a focus on holistic wellness and non-toxic living. Whether you’re searching for beauty treatments, functional medicine, or the perfect spot for a meal or coffee, this guide has you covered!

Clean Beauty and Wellness

When it comes to clean beauty, we’re lucky to have some amazing local spots dedicated to non-toxic skincare and wellness.

Figgy Co. and La La & Elm: These are the two best clean beauty stores in town. If you’re looking for non-toxic makeup, skincare, and wellness products, you’ll find everything you need here.
Stay Cozy Wellness and Soul Skin Studio: These are my favorite holistic aestheticians who offer clean, non-toxic treatments that leave your skin glowing.
Wilmington Functional Medicine: If you're looking for a functional medicine doctor who focuses on root causes and holistic health, this is where to go.
Wilmington Holistic Dentistry: I believe oral health plays a huge role in overall wellness, and this holistic dentist is perfect if you’re looking for non-toxic dental care.

Local Grocery Stores

For groceries, I always try to shop at places that prioritize organic and locally-sourced produce:

Tidal Creek Co-op: A community-owned store with lots of organic and local options.
Lovey’s Natural Foods & Café: Another great spot for natural, organic groceries and delicious healthy meals.

Dining Out: My Approach

I love cooking at home, where I have full control over the quality of ingredients, but I also enjoy dining out for the experience. I accept that it won't always be as clean as I’d like, but I focus on enjoying the moment and making the best choices I can.

Here are my favorite spots:

Coffee Shops

Whether I’m meeting a friend or just grabbing a quick cup, these coffee shops are my go-tos:

Social Coffee & Supply Co.
Sundays Café
Adapt Kitchen & Juice Bar
Drift Coffee & Kitchen

Favorite Restaurants

These restaurants offer great meals and a memorable dining experience:

True Blue Butcher & Table
Origins Food and Drink
Benny’s Big Time Pizzeria
Indochine
Brasserie du Soleil
Kipos Greek Taverna
Perla
Osteria Cicchetti
Ceviche’s

Food is Okay, but the View is Amazing

If you’re looking for a meal with a killer view, these places are your best bet:

Bluewater Grill
The Fish House Grill
Dockside
Oceanic

I haven’t tried Bridge Tender yet, but I’ve heard good things and it’s on the water, so it's on my list!

Best Pizza

For pizza nights in, my favorite spot is Wheelz Pizza. They make their dough from sourdough, and its super delicious!

Best Desserts

If you have a sweet tooth, you need to try Sweet Sanctuary Desserts. You can order directly from them or pick up some of their treats at Blue Moon Gift Shops.

I hope this guide helps you explore Wilmington and Wrightsville while keeping clean living in mind! If you have any other questions, feel free to reach out—I love sharing my local favorites!!!