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    Bait Barge

    2.7 (6 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood Markets
    Open 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Shuckin' Shack Oyster Bar

    Shuckin' Shack Oyster Bar

    4.2
    (776 reviews)
    3.4 mi
    $$

    Awesome spot for some great seafood. This is chain, but don't feel like it at all. When we were…read moretold it was a chain, we were shocked. Doesn't give that feel at all. It's a small place with a long bar and some high tops. It was very busy the entire time we were there with people even posting outside for a table. We sat at the bar. The service here is fantastic. Super friendly and constantly checking in on you. They work as a team. They add to the vibe for sure. Ordered the Michaelada and a margarita. These were both delicious. The beer based drink comes with an oyster. Added hot sauce to it to make it extra spicy. The margarita was tasty. We didn't order apps as we opted for a boil bucket - don't remember the name. It came with oysters, clams, streamed shrimp, corn, and crab legs. It was $75 and was plenty for two people. There was an additional $2 or $3 charge for steaming the oysters. Didn't get a pic as we tore into the bucket. All was delicious. Would come again!!!

    Don't let the size fool you--this tiny little spot packs a punch! It's exactly what you'd want from…read morea classic beach dive bar: laid-back, full of character, and serving up some incredible food. The drinks, especially the Bloody Mary, were amazing! Good size portions for kid friendly food. Everything we ordered was delicious and exceeded expectations. If you're looking for a fancy atmosphere, this isn't it. But if you're looking for great food, local charm, and the kind of place that feels like a hidden gem, this may just be the best dive bar in Carolina Beach. We'll definitely be back!

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    Michael's Seafood Restaurant

    Michael's Seafood Restaurant

    4.0
    (1.1k reviews)
    2.5 mi
    $$$

    Our first time dining at Michael's Seafood Restaurant. Only our second time to Carolina Beach. The…read morewait wasn't too bad, about 30 - 40 minutes. Once seated though things moved pretty fast. Our waiter Noah T was very attentive, answered our questions and we were off and running. We chose a couple of appetizers; a bowl of Chowder (only because of the raves from fellow Yelpers) and the Athenian Bruschetta. Both were very good but my expectant bubble was burst as it wasn't "the best I have had" as many of the Yelpers had described it. The Athenian Bruschetta though was A-amazing. For Entree I had the stuffed Flounder and Norma had Shrimp and Scallop Scampi. Both were very delicious. Atmosphere was nice, a bit crowded, as you would expect where the food is really good. Tables were tight. Hard to navigate with Norma's wheelchair, but we made it through. Large helpings, took tomorrow's lunch back to the hotel. A definite come back to place.

    We arrived super hungry after being on the beach. My family ordered various entrees for takeout --…read morecrab cakes with corn on the cob and baked Mac and Cheese; seafood chowder; chicken tenders; oysters; and hushpuppies. The vibe is fairly casual. Fairly affordable prices. I am a tough critic on seafood because I grew up on the coast eating fresh seafood, so others may have differing opinions. I had high expectations as a result of the reviews. The chowder was the star for me and could be elevated to excellent with a little more seasoning (I added a lot of pepper which was enough to give it a kick and make it exceptionally tasty). The oysters were good. The crab cakes didn't have enough lump crab for my taste -- more cake than crab, if that makes sense. And the hushpuppies were a bit bland. My son enjoyed the mac which came in a large portion. Although we were just there for takeout, the employees were friendly and helpful.

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    Plenty of covered outdoor seating for this random NC rain pop ups!

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    Plenty of covered outdoor seating for this random NC rain pop ups!

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