Hot August Days, Sweet Island Treats

August on Bald Head Island means sunshine, salt air and plenty of reasons to cool off. When the summer heat calls for something cold and sweet—these island favorites are ready with everything from scoops and milkshakes to smoothies, iced coffee, Italian ice and more.

BEAN BAR

Located inside Horizons at the Bald Head Island Club, Bean Bar is the place to start your morning. Enjoy gourmet coffee and specialty drinks alongside baked goods made fresh daily. Club membership required.

MIDWAY COFFEE

A favorite for both coffee lovers and those with a sweet tooth, Midway Coffee serves up barista-made coffee drinks, waffle cone ice cream and milkshakes—perfect for grabbing to go or enjoying on the shaded patio.

MIKE’S BITES

For a quick, casual treat, stop by the little brick building near the Conservancy. Mike’s Bites helps you chill out with popsicles and a half dozen flavors of their legendary Italian ice.

NYE’S CREAM SANDWICHES & SCOOPS

Make dessert part of your take-out plans with a stop at Nye’s Cream Sandwiches & Scoops. The walk-up window in the Forest Pavilion near the Maritime Market serves ice cream scoops, soft-serve cones, milkshakes and the signature Nye’s Cream sandwiches.

SANDPIPER COFFEE & ICE CREAM

Just a short walk from the ferry landing, Sandpiper Coffee & Ice Cream is an ideal first—or last—stop on the island. Iced coffee pairs perfectly with scones, muffins, cinnamon rolls, and cookies baked fresh daily. Smoothies and milkshakes are also favorites, while indoor and outdoor seating makes it easy to linger awhile.

WILL O’ THE WISP

Stop by this waterfront venue to savor frozen lemonade or LocoPops all-natural popsicles along with unrivaled marina views.

On Bald Head Island, you never have to go far for a refreshing treat after a day in the sun. After all, life is a little sweeter at the beach.

Published by Teri Kelly
Monday, August 17, 2026