Restaurants

For many people, a trip to the beach isn't complete unless it includes heaping plates of fresh seafood. Shrimp, oysters, scallops and all kinds of fish are on restaurant menus from Sneads Ferry, Holly Ridge and North Topsail Beach to Surf City and Topsail Beach. There are great restaurants here, both on the island and just over the bridges. As well as fine seafood restaurants, the entire Cape Fear coast area has a wide selection of ethnic and American cuisine. See our Wilmington site for more information on restaurants.

If you are an Italian food connoisseur, come put Englese’s Italian restaurant and Pizzeria to the test!  Their homemade, family recipes create their broad, delectable menu of Italian delight.  Englese’s family owned and operated establishment uses only the freshest ingredients, best cheeses and choice meats to form their fabulous pizzas, Stromboli,...read more

Aromatic chilies, fresh lemongrass and vibrant curries flavor the authentic Thai dishes served at Thai Grille. Skewers of satay, handmade spring rolls and Massaman and Panang curries are made from scratch from family recipes. Curries can be spiced to taste and range from mild to atomic. The menu includes Asian barbecue...read more

From da Bronx to da beach, this deli is da real thing. New York Corner Deli serves authentic deli sandwiches piled with real New York City pastrami, salami and corned beef. One bite into their fresh rye bread, bagels or New York–style cheesecake and diners feel like they are in the...read more

With 45 years of experience and 32,866 restaurants, the folks at Subway know how to make a great sandwich. With just 6 grams of fat or less, their Veggie Delite, Turkey Breast and Black Forest Ham, Oven Roasted Chicken and Subway Club subs can’t be beat. For those with classic tastes...read more

Beauchaines 211 offers a contemporary twist to traditional beach cuisine. Oysters are Cajun fried, the alligator tail is blackened, and the fried calamari is tossed in sweet chili vinaigrette. That’s just the appetizers. The tantalizing menu of entrées includes shrimp and grits, Baked Pistachio Salmon, as well as the NY Strip...read more

Seafood and southern, low-country food is the theme at the Crab Pot. Specialties of the house include fresh local oysters, Steamer Pots, jambalaya, chowders and ribs. The funky, screened-in dining room and bar offers great old-time, Topsail fun. Food can be packaged to go, and a children's menu is available. Home...read more

Bright blue walls, splashes of lime green and beach-themed art create a cool island vibe inside Crabby Mike’s. The lunch menu features homemade soups and chowders, Angus burgers, grilled turkey burgers and Crabby BLTs. Steamed shrimp and crab legs are always a popular choice for dinner, as are their homemade crab cakes....read more

Daddy Mac’s Beach Grille has a fantastic oceanfront deck, lined with tables and rocking chairs for al fresco dining, while the sunny dining room features local art, airbrushed surfboards and a vibe that radiates southern, beach personality. Daddy Mac’s serves Low Country Crab Dip, Hibachi Shrimp Skewers, tender crab cakes, grilled seafood...read more

Return to the 1950's and the days of the soda shop with a trip to Island Delights. The eatery specializes in burgers, sandwiches and fries, as well as fountain-style milk shakes and sundaes and fresh squeezed orangeade. Vacationing families enjoy venturing back here, year after year for their evening ice cream...read more

The name says all — Long Island Pizza makes great New York–style pizza. It's hard to choose between all of their specialties, including Margherita pizza, calzones, Stromboli, eggplant parmigiana, manicotti or baked ziti. If tiramisu is on the menu when you visit, be sure to order it. Beer and wine are...read more

Serving as Daddy Mac's sister restaurant, the soft beach colors and warm wood tones create a cozy and upbeat atmosphere at Mainsail Restaurant. Next to traditional menu favorites like Maryland crab cakes and grilled steaks, Mainsail serves oysters on the half shell, lobster and steamed oysters, clams, crab legs and shrimp. There...read more

A landmark as you pass over the green swing bridge, Max's casual and friendly restaurant serves pizza, spaghetti, salads, burgers and fresh hot-oven subs, along with beer and wine. Take-out orders are welcome. It's open year round, but is closed on Wednesday during the off-season.

Quartermaster’s Restaurant & Tavern features freshly prepared seafood and American cuisine. The chef loves to char-grill local fish, chicken, pork loin and steaks. The fresh, locally caught seafood is served either grilled, fried or broiled. House specialties include Crab Dip, Buffalo Shrimp, homemade soups, the Blueberry salad, Shrimp and Scallops in...read more

Drive up or drop anchor and tie off at this soundside restaurant and enjoy fresh, grilled fish, soft-shell crabs, peel-and-eat shrimp, tender pork loin with apples and honey, or grit cakes topped with spinach, garlic and sun dried tomatoes. Diners can sit inside or laze about on the waterfront porch and enjoy...read more