white crab coffee & books is named after some of our favorite topsail beach friends—the little white crabs that scurry along the shoreline.

we were inspired by them because they carry their homes on their backs, reminding us that home isn’t just a place. it is a feeling you can take with you wherever you go. that’s exactly what we wanted to create: a space that feels like home. whether you’re here on vacation or live just down the road, we hope you feel right at home every time you walk through the door.

to us, white also symbolizes a fresh start, a blank page and a brand-new chapter. this is the beginning of ours, and we’re so excited to have you as part of our story.