Rare Bird Emporium

I don't drink coffee but went to check out the gift shop. I love this store & would be a regular customer if I lived in Murphy. Great atmosphere, welcoming & cozy. Lots of unique gift ideas at reasonable prices. Kate was very friendly and helpful. The story behind the business is very interesting too. Take one trip to shop & another to look at the building, looking up to see what's there!

Rare Bird truly is that rare bird. It's in the details. The way the logo in the center of the menu on the wall above the coffee bar looks immaculately designed by computer yet is unmistakenly and painstakingly hand drawn. The way that when you shut the door behind you you feel as if you've stepped out of Murphy NC and into any down town big city coffee shop; taking an instant dimensional trip as if being transported through a magic wardrobe into a land of talking animals and Turkish delight. Yet the smell of essential oils and polished wood is unmistakenly Appalachian. All these small touches combined with the fact that the coffee and everything else they serve is amazing, along with top tier customer service and even used vinyl and assorted handmade gifts thrown in make this place the only proper coffee shop in the tri state area and a uniquely chill spot, complete with couches in the rear, an old fashioned sink in the sparkling clean restroom and super chill low key folk music playing on a quality soundsystem. The last two days I have had off from work. It has been rainy. Both times I went in and Olivia and Rebekah made my day with their amazing barista skillz, cute sweaters and magneticaly mischievous grins.Thank you to everyone who makes this place so great. If you haven't checked it out you're missing out.

Service was excellent! Yummy muffins and hot chocolate. Must go to the bird if you visit Murphy. Best coffee shop in town.

This is the perfect mix of coffee, food, Internet cafe and shopping. Need a quick coffee they have drive thru, need a unique gift they have a store full of one of a kind merchandise, need a quiet place with internet they have little quiet seating areas, need a place to meet a friend they have tables and front porch prefect for that, want some food with your coffee they have donuts! (Think they are made right there) A Special Gem in Murphy NC, definitely got to check this place out. I’ve been several times and never disappointed, best of all family owned!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Rare Birds Emporium is an absolute hidden gem in Murphy, North Carolina! This place is seriously so freaking cute — from the moment you walk in, you're surrounded by the perfect mix of cozy coffee shop vibes and unique, vintage, rustic charm. The shop is full of one-of-a-kind treasures — think handmade aprons, trout-themed decor, Bigfoot goodies, mountain-style gifts, and all sorts of quirky, North Carolina-inspired finds that you won't see anywhere else. Every corner has something cool and original, and it feels like you're walking through a little mountain boutique that was curated with so much love and personality. And let’s talk about the coffee — absolutely delicious! Smooth, flavorful, and made just right. Whether you're grabbing a latte, drip, or something iced, they know what they're doing behind the counter. It’s the kind of place that makes you want to sip slowly, browse the shelves, and just hang out for a while. Definitely a must-stop if you're in the Murphy area — support local and check this place out, you won’t regret it! ☕️🛍️🌲