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1. Southern, a gathering place
4.9
Exceptional(552)
Price: Very Expensive
• Farm-to-table • Southport
Booked 13 times today
Farm to fork creative southern cuisine. Handcrafted cocktails and fabulous wine list. We offer seating by reservation for all seats in the restaurant including seats at our bar, indoor dining room, and our outdoor porch which is a wonderful place to sit during all seasons (since porch sitting is a true Southport thing to do).
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2. Lucca Italian Chophouse
4.7
Exceptional(1099)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Shallotte
Booked 20 times today
Lucca Italian Chop House is famous for its USDA steaks , hand made pastas,award wining wine list and personal service. Our restaurant serves more than just pizza and smiles. We have diverse lunch and dinner menus that includes homemade soups, salads, Italian dinners, fresh seafood,house made pasta,calzones,strombolis, tantalizing sandwiches and great appetizers!
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3. The Oyster Rock Waterfront Seafood
4.9
Exceptional(3672)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Calabash
Booked 66 times today
Welcome to The Oyster Rock, a family-owned and operated waterfront Calabash seafood restaurant specializing in excellent seafood and raw bar items, mixed with a flavorful variety of mouth-watering beef, chicken and pork dishes, along with sandwiches and burgers all prepared in house every day using only the freshest and finest ingredients from local and regional suppliers and the beautiful Atlantic Ocean right outside our doors.Overlooking the scenic Calabash River and its pristine estuaries and relaxing atmosphere, The Oyster Rock provides the most amazing view around, from our indoor and outdoor seating areas and bars featuring more than 24 domestic and imported beers on tap, 30 wines by the glass and a delicious collection of specialty cocktails.If you would like to order carryout, orders may be placed by calling 910-579-6875.
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4. The Boundary House Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3358)
Price: Moderate
• Southern • Calabash
Booked 66 times today
The Boundary House Restaurant serves up some of the finest food from the highest quality ingredients available. All of our items are made fresh to order and our dressings and desserts are prepared in house.
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5. Le Volte Oceanfront Dining & Venue
4.7
Exceptional(27)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Ocean Isle Beach
Booked 14 times today
Oceanfront Dining & Venue in Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina. Enjoy great food, views, and drinks.
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6. Clark's Seafood and Chop House
4.7
Exceptional(3716)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Little River
Booked 63 times today
The ultimate in Myrtle Beach Chophouse dining. Clark’s is comfortable yet sophisticated and soaks up the beautiful Coquina Harbour for the perfect backdrop to delicious dining.Clark’s offers only USDA Choice steaks. Our awe inspiring 14 oz. New York Strip, 9 oz. Filet Mignon, and Prime Rib are all served charred and bursting with prime aged flavor. Seafood is fresh and local, with a twist of seafood favorites which include oysters, shrimp, scallops and fresh catch of the day.Our bar menu includes an extensive wine list which features a wide array of wines by the glass. Specialty martinis and cocktails and great cuisine take center stage at this scenic Little River restaurant. Clark’s Seafood and Chop House is at the top of the restaurant list for locals and Grand Strand visitors. Whether you come for lunch or dinner, we’re sure you will come back again and again.
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7. Jinks Creek Waterfront Grille
new
4.5
Awesome(9)
Price: Expensive
• American • Ocean Isle Beach
Booked 25 times today
Jinks Creek Waterfront Grille offers the Best Sunset View in Ocean Isle BeachOutdoor Seating overlooking Jinks Creek and the Intercoastal Waterway. Award winning Chef Dan Reilly creates delicious seafood dishes and American fare. Chef Dan Reilly's Signature Dish - Jewels of the Sea - sauteed shrimp & scallops, topped with lump crab, tossed in lemon beurre blanc, served over angel hair pasta. Ocean Isle Beach Oysterfest - Oyster Stew Contest Winner 3 years running 2022 - 2023 - 2024
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8. Seabird
4.9
Exceptional(1582)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Wilmington
Booked 32 times today
Mindfully sourced and thoughtfully prepared ingredients highlight the landscape of the food in our coastal community. Menu subject to change daily with local availability of seafood and produce. James Beard nominated chef and owner, Dean Neff. Reservations available for dinner Wednesday through Monday. Closed Tuesdays.Brunch now served Saturday & Sunday!
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9. Tarantelli’s
4.8
Exceptional(2931)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Wilmington
Booked 44 times today
Tarantelli’s is located on Second Street, just one block from Front Street and in walking distance to the Cape Fear River. The restaurant and event venue is located in the historic district of downtown Wilmington. This lively area spans 230-plus blocks and is home to some of the best bars, restaurants, churches, architecture, and selection of fine art. There are several parking facilities nearby, but you can also reach Tarantelli's year round via horse drawn trolley and carriage, river taxi, trolley cars, or on foot.
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10. River 128 Restaurant
4.4
Awesome(55)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Wilmington
Booked 41 times today
River 128 Restaurant, located in downtown Wilmington, NC, offers an unforgettable dining experience on the Cape Fear River. Enjoy fresh, locally inspired cuisine with stunning views of the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge, the USS North Carolina Battleship, and breathtaking sunsets. Dine inside or on our heated outdoor decks, and bring your furry friends to one of the area’s only dog-friendly restaurants. Arrive by car or boat—take advantage of free parking vouchers and our 90-ft floating dock. River 128 is your destination for exceptional food, waterfront dining, and Southern hospitality.

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