Grown by friends.
Roasted by friends.
Enjoyed by friends.
Rise Up Coffee has been an independent small-batch coffee roaster and retailer since March 2005. Rise Up originated from an explosive combination of ambition and circumstance. Tim Cureton had what would prove to be a life changing coffee experience while traveling home from the Peace Corps service. His love affair with great coffee had begun. Utilizing a $16,000 business loan, Cureton along with co-founder Abby West, opened the first Rise Up Coffee. Rise Up began as a coffee trailer, before there were TV shows and movies about food trucks. What started in a parking lot in a town with a population of 1,029 has evolved into five high-volume cafe locations, a very active online store and many new exciting wholesale relationships.
Rise Up is known for its people. Now staffed by over a hundred amazing people, among them is Tim’s lifelong friend and business partner, Noah Kegley who joined the company in 2010 and now serves as Head Roaster.
Recently voted ‘Maryland’s Best Coffee’, Rise Up represents 15 years of total dedication to sustainable coffees, Certified Organic + Certified Fair Trade.
Cuisine
American, Beach Food, Farm Fresh, Sandwiches & SubsDining Options
Carry-Out, Coffee Shop, Open Year RoundMeal Types
Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Lite FareRecent Reviews
Rise Up Coffee
Grushczynska : 5 on 4/15/2025 8:02 pm
If you’re in Ocean City and need a solid coffee fix, Rise Up Coffee is a must-stop. Super friendly staff, a bright and clean space, and the vibe is relaxed — perfect for a quick stop or settling in for a bit. Bonus: there’s free parking right outside, which is a total win in this area.
They’ve got vegetarian options and non-dairy milk available, so it’s great for all kinds of dietary needs. Whether you’re grabbing a cold brew or a latte, they’ve got you covered. Definitely recommend!
They’ve got vegetarian options and non-dairy milk available, so it’s great for all kinds of dietary needs. Whether you’re grabbing a cold brew or a latte, they’ve got you covered. Definitely recommend!
Grushczynska
1744747330
5
5
Rise Up Coffee
Emily N : 5 on 4/29/2025 12:01 am
Great coffee and a cute shop. It’s a large space so enough to grab something and eat it there or to go. They sell coffee beans and other apparel. I got an iced latte and a bagel and both were great.
Emily N
1745884860
5
5
Rise Up Coffee
Ryan Whittington : 5 on 3/17/2025 8:55 pm
Stopped by Rise Up Coffee in West OC after a long day at work and was immediately greeted by Gavin, even though the shop was empty. He took the time to listen to exactly what I wanted, made my drink quickly, and provided outstanding customer service. I really appreciated the extra care—great experience!
Ryan Whittington
1742244928
5
5
Rise Up Coffee
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