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Give The Gift Of Lincoln City

A gift guide to support local business this holiday season

This holiday season, we encourage you to “Give The Gift Of The Oregon Coast” and we are breaking down what shopping locally looks like in Lincoln City. It is the season of giving and what better way than to support your neighbors' business? Purchase gifts, stocking stuffers, food, or even trip/gift certificates from your favorite Lincoln City Business.

Coffee & Tea

Our friends at Left Coast Coffee Company in Depoe Bay not only provide delicious local coffee but also men's and women's apparel, hats, and other accessories. Their 'Left Coast Latte' Syrup is a must-have. Pacific Grind is a local favorite and has been a popular meeting spot for business and leisure. Stop in for a coffee and grab a gift card while you're there. From coffee and tea to a large gift section including mugs, wall decor, and even a stocking stuffer section, Salt at the Lincoln City Outlets creates a one-stop shop for your friends and family. While you're out-and-about shopping, stop by the drive-thru at Lighthouse Coffee or The Human Bean for a holiday drink, and get your best friend a gift card before you leave.

Creative & Artsy

Mossy Creek Pottery is home to the work of 40 Northwest ceramic artists. Inside you will find a large assortment of function and decorative pottery, art, and an array of styles that represent themes and techniques of our region. Lincoln City Glass Center, who you may know from their “design your own” program, also has an extensive gallery of glass art for purchase. Everything from Lincoln City's beloved floats, to large pieces for your home. They are one of plenty of art shops to choose from - don't forget to visit Rowboat Gallery, Freed Gallery, and Volta Gallery. Stop by the Pacific Artists Co-op to find special pieces of handcrafted jewelry and other art pieces ranging in a variety of styles. Art is the gift that keeps on giving, and we've got a ton of talented artists inspired by the Oregon Coast.

Red Exterior of Mossy Creek Pottery

Adventure & Fun

Axe and knife throwing? Trust us, it's as fun as it sounds. Luckily Scout Northwest Trading Co offers this exhilarating experience, as well as a huge selection of home goods, apparel, hats, stickers, and patches that are perfect local Christmas gifts. Stop by ZuhG Life Surf Shop and scoop up a new or used surfboard, boogie board, or gift a future lesson! They also have tons of stickers, apparel, and screen prints for tons of local business owners and artists. Know anyone that has ever wanted to learn how to play the drums or guitar? ZuhG offers those lessons, too. A perfect gift for someone trying to start a new hobby in 2023. At Safari Town Surf Shop they offer guided kayak excursions and fat tire bike rides, an adventure that everyone should experience in Lincoln City. A gift card to Safari Town could get you just that or a rental for yourself and your friends.

throwing range at Scout Axe Throwing

Sweet Treats & Pies

Aside from the easy choice of gifting your loved one a gift card to their favorite Lincoln City restaurant or bar, consider purchasing specialized treats for the holidays. You can order a pie from the new Otis Cafe location in Taft or a custom cake or cupcakes for your holiday party from My Petite Sweet. Or head to Depoe Baykery for assorted breads or sweet treats for Christmas morning. And then stock up on stocking stuffers full of handmade candy or taffy from Read's Homemade Candies, Candyland, The Chocolate Frog, Sweet Delights Candy Store, Sirens Sweets, and more!

shelves of candy at a store in Lincoln City

Unique & Boutique

If you are looking for home decor and women's boutique gifts that are affordable and insanely cute, you need to head to Searenity. They have quality clothing items that make perfect gifts for your female friends or your home. Similar to Searenity, an upscale boutique lives in the Salishan Shops called Unique and Knotty. This shop is full of men's and women's fashion with a few home goods to make your house feel stylish and comfortable. Trying to get all your shopping done in the Lincoln City Outlet mall? Don't worry, there's a women's boutique there too called Flourish Boutique. Nearby you'll find Ginger Roots, a huge store full of kitchen, living room, bathroom, and bedroom (really any room) essentials. They also have the perfect gifts for your dog stocking!

If you know anyone who is into crystals, candles, jewels, or other unique gifts you can find it all at Tah-Lume or Into the Mystique. Or know of any rock lovers? Rock Your World, a jewelry and gem store, handmakes beautiful pieces of jewelry and also has plenty of other fun finds. Another place with unexpected gift ideas is Output Records. While they specialize in vinyl, you will be surprised to find an abundance of quirky and fun gift items. Lastly, when you think of Bear Valley Nursery you think of indoor and outdoor plants. Not only is that a wonderful gift in itself, but they also offer a gift collection. Unique Christmas ornaments, local candles, home decor, and Christmas trees if you haven't found one yet!

Beer & Wine

Beachcrest Brewing Company offers holiday discounts on growlers and wine. Grab a 20oz can of your favorite beer for a great holiday gift. Or for the brewery buffs, pick up some swag like shirts, growlers, or stickers. Better yet, a one-year membership to their Tiki Mug Club. A newer addition to Lincoln City, The Pines Dine, offers a variety of beer and wine to go inside their main building Vin & Brau, they even have holiday specials. Side Door Cafe isn't just a cafe for dining, they also have an amazing gift shop full of home goods and different Oregon beers and wines. Salt also offers a wonderful selection of bottled wine and beers to go!

a variety of bottles of wine for sale at a shop in Lincoln City

Quirky & Antique

Know an ornament collector or just an overall Christmas lover? Christmas Cottage is head-to-toe Christmas ornaments and full of fun quirky Christmas gifts. Know a Harry Potter lover? Well lucky for you Coven Cafe is in Lincoln City and you can stock someones stocking with various potions or even pumpkin juice. Know someone who loves historical things? Spend some time exploring one of our many antique shops and gift them something unique! Know a book lover? You can get lost in Bob's Beach Books that's more than just books!

Holiday decorations and gifts

And best of all, you can't go wrong with gifting a trip to everyone's favorite beach town. Consider a gift card for a night's stay at one of our many oceanfront hotels, and include a gift card to a local restaurant inside.

There is truly something for everyone at local businesses in Lincoln City. This only scratches the surface for businesses to keep in mind while holiday shopping this year. Shopping local can act as a thank you for the years, and for some, decades of service they have provided Lincoln City.

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