Honestly not a bad seafood spot! Have a good variety of options and the service was great. The hush puppies are amazing! They are the perfect texture and the butter with it is delicious. The "Cedric" honestly wasn't the best. Just bland the one thing it had going for it was that it was hot and fresh. Other than that it didn't do it for me. I would definitely go back and try other things on the menu! read more

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Excellent for a chain, but not quite 5-stars. The service is hit and miss. This was my third visit (her first). I've had great service, rough service, and this visit was an odd combination of a friendly yet not attentive server and a very attentive other staff (food runner maybe?) who tried to be on top of things while our server wasn't. The scallops were a hit, as was the crab dip. The shrimp diablo was "ok" - cooked properly , but something sold as Diablo should have some kick to it, and this definitely didn't. It's still going to be my regular place for pre-show dinner at Goodnights Comedy Club. Maybe if I go often enough I will learn which servers to ask for and be able to upgrade this to 5 stars? read more

Cape Fear Seafood - New Bedford Scallops - cooked perfectly with a nice risotto and both red and yellow pepper coulis. - Seafood Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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I finally took my husband to Cape Fear after raving about the one closer to home. We arrived on a Saturday night before our comedy show and there was no wait time. We were greeted warmly by the hostess and our waitress. Wait time for everything was perfect! We ordered the hushpuppies, side of risotto, a bowl of the Cape Fear chowder, and the shrimp diablo with two diet cokes. All together, our total was about $45 (pre-tip) which was super reasonable for a date night out! Our food was cooked perfectly and it all tasted wonderful. My husband was really happy that I chose Cape Fear as our pre-show dinner. I also really love the design of Cape Fear Seafood Company. As someone who is drawn to water, I felt relaxed as if I was on vacation. The New England beach style is charming. I look forward to coming back! read more

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The food is always so good here... I had the Calabash Fried platter with Shrimp & scallops, French fries and double potatoes. Our server Grace was super nice and attentive. We had a reservation and were sat right away. It was surprisingly very calm. This was my second time there and it's definitely a great time out with friends. read more

I was craving seafood, so my husband and I went here on a Friday night. We went on the later side and didn't need a reservation to be seated right away. I got the watermelon margarita, which was quite tasty. We then got served some bread with butter which was a nice surprise! It's rare to get free bread at restaurants these days. I got one of the fried seafood platters with clams and shrimp. It was a ton of food, and I had enough leftovers for another meal. The hush puppies were great in addition to the seafood. I would definitely come again! read more

Cape Fear Seafood - Fried seafood platter with fried clams and shrimp - Seafood Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Wow! We decided to try this location based on yelp reviews and we were not disappointed. The Spring Forest location is larger, however we found the staff here a tad bit better. Don't get me wrong, you will be treated well at both locations but the Cameron Village location went above and beyond. The food is delicious! Set expectations for a casual seafood dining experience and you wont be disappointed. Flounder cooked well, tiny shrimp which I would skip on my next visit. Fries are pretty good, lukewarm temperature. Fish and chips basket- fish crispy and delish! I love the inclusion of various price points depending on your appetite or wallet. Parking can be challenging depending on date or time, but absolutely doable. In an era where wearing a dress and heels feels like a crime, I was pleasantly surprised to see fellow brethren. Casual/Southern Seafood 4.4 read more

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Came to on of the newer locations over at the Village District. Made an easy reservation on their website earlier in the day for a party of 3. We showed up a bit early, but they got us right in and seated. We were greeted warmly by the hostesses and our server. My wife and her mother had some Chardonnays and I got the "Smokey Paloma." While waiting on our entrees, our server brought us some warm bread and whipped butter. A nice touch. My entree was the broiled seafood platter and my wife and mother got the crab cakes. The seafood platter was delicious and feature mussels, scallops, shrimp, and fish. I was in seafood heaven! Every time I visit the CFSC, no matter the location, we are treated like friends we didn't know we had and the food is always delicious and fresh tasting. read more

Cape Fear Seafood - Broiled Seafood Platter - Seafood Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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Visited for Mother's Day with our family of 7. Everything was good! From being seated, to being served, to the food, to the price, and to the ambience, everything was good. Not sure if anything was great, though. Food was on point and fresh at a very reasonable price so we would definitely return. Our waitress was worthy of a solid tip so that's always appreciated. read more

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I originally made reservations at this restaurant to celebrate my brother's birthday; however, as we were under a severe storm due to our impact from Hurricane Helene, I canceled the reservations and ordered the food to go instead. I ordered a variety of dishes: Calabash Choice of Two (Oysters, Flounder, Fries, and Coleslaw); Fisherman's Pasta; Fresh Catch Mahi Mahi (Asparagus, Roasted Potatoes, Pan Seared, Drawn Butter); Fresh Catch Salmon (Roasted Potatoes, Green Beans with Roasted Tomatoes, Medium Well, Pan Seared, Beurre Blanc); Fried Okra; Calamari Fritti. All dishes looked good and were enjoyed by the family. We were a bit surprised at how small the portion was for the mahi-mahi; however, my dad enjoyed it. All dishes were seasoned well, moist, and flavorful. We will return to this restaurant for a dine in experience at another time. read more

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The greeting at the door was pleasant. We came in town for a soccer tournament and had 2 teenage boys with us. Everyone enjoyed their dinner. The restaurant was very cute and felt beachy. My only complaint was that our server seemed overwhelmed and didn't come back to check on us, or offer us more drinks. read more

Cape Fear Seafood - Tile fish special with burre blanc and risotto. Soooooooo delicious! - Seafood Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

This place has some of the best seafood in the area . We dined here about month ago and service was excellent. We enjoyed the seasonal jerk mahi-mahi, it was extremely flavorful and delicious. Really hope they decide to keep this on the main menu. Every time we come here we always have to get the crab dip as an app some of the best in the area. read more

Cape Fear Seafood - Jerk Mahi with coconut curry cream sauce - Seafood Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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Came here for lunch with co-workers. We had a group of 10 with no reservation but were seated quickly. Our waitress was very attentive and helpful. I ordered the ahi tuna sandwich rare on a GF bun. The fries were cooked perfectly. Sandwich and fries were a good portion size for lunch. Unfortunately sandwich was NOT rare -- more like medium well. Still a very pleasant lunch experience. read more

Cape Fear Seafood - Ahi tuna (not rare) - Seafood Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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We were in the area getting our hair done (well, my wife had her hair done, I just went for a basic haircut), and the appointment lasted past our lunch time so we were famished. We didn't want to venture out too far so I scouted for places to dine and we saw this in Yelp and was encouraged by the great reviews it got so we took the plunge. The ambiance is very Cape Cod-ish or Hamptons chic. The east coast beach vibe is very attractive and I like it! But after noticing the decor my stomach reminded me very rudely why we were here. My wife's stomach's growl chimed in as well. So, here's what we decided to have: For appetizers we had the Calamari Fritti - solid A. For entrees we got: Shrimp Scampi - solid B+ Fish n Chips Platter - solid B+ For our drinks, my wife got pineapple juice (okay, nothing spectacular, B- grade) and I got their Pineapple Citrus Sangria (A-). For our dessert we got the Crème Brûlée. This got an A-. Overall 4 1/2 stars. Unfortunately, I can't grant that extra 1/2 star so I'll leave it at 4. We will definitely be back to try the rest of their fare. Service was great, efficient and friendly. But more importantly, prompt and attentive. Solid A. Postscript: This was not our first time at this restaurant chain. Early in 2022 we went to their other branch in 832 Spring Forest Rd Raleigh, NC 27609. I gave that experience 3 stars. I can't believe how different these two restaurants are. The creme brulee at Spring Forest Rd was substandard. This one at the Village District was leaps and bounds better. Not to mention so much closer to us. read more

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LOVE this place so much! My hibiscus margarita was super tasty! Can't beat free bread no matter where you're at. My broiled seafood platter was amazing, as always. I have tried nearly all the seafood on their menu and have never ever had a bad meal. Their creamy risotto is to die for! I always make sure I get the risotto as one of my sides - they are great with substitutions! The wait staff is awesome. Super friendly and always quick service. Inside of restaurant makes it feel like you're at the beach! They do have a bar with TVs which is also nice...you can either get the fine dining experience in the main room or the more casual experience near the bar. This place is easily one of my favorite places in Raleigh. Consistently delicious! read more

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The food at Cape Fear was very tasty. Large portions and comes to the table good and hot. The service people do a great job waiting on their tables, always ready with a refill. Also try the one over off Wake Forest Road. Don't know about the ambiance of this poticular Cape Fear Seafood Resturant. But the Wake Forest resturant is very nice. Be sure to try the Hot Crab Dip ( not spicy ) on toasted pita chips. That's really delicious. read more

Cape Fear Seafood - Hot Crab Dip w pita chips. Its very delicious. - Seafood Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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Great food great place i will recommend to anybody that likes seafood great service great prices

The best shrimp n grits ever! Always consistent food with great flavor and taste! Take your pick of two portion sizes. Staff are professional and friendly. Bar has a great selection as well. My husband mixes it up and likes their fried shrimp and their pasta dishes. Key lime pie for dessert for the win! Outside dining is a great spot in cooler weather. read more

Cape Fear Seafood - Smaller portion shrimp n grits with their shrimp scampi pasta - Seafood Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

The food was delicious and the staff was warm, polite and professional. I would eat here weekly if I lived locally!

On a recent visit to Raleigh, we met up with a friend to have dinner at Cape Fear. It was amazing! The food and atmosphere was some of the best of any restaurant. So many great choices and each was wonderful. Since this was a social outing with friends, we sampled some of their creative cocktails and we were impressed. But it is the food and superior service that will impress. Don't miss this gem! read more

Our family was visiting from out of town. We had the seafood pasta, fish and chips, salmon, crab cakes and I had the stuffed flounder. All of our meals were delicious!! read more

Cape Fear Seafood - Crab Cakes and Figure 8 Stuffed Flounder - Seafood Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

I am OBSESSED with their crab bisque!! Anytime, anyplace any meal!! It's so yummy & there's actually a good amount of crab in it! Ive tried a few crab & lobster bisque in the area this one definitely takes the cake! read more

Hands down BEST shrimp and scallops. The shrimp and grits were amazing! Even the bread and salads were intensely flavorful!!!! The atmosphere is perfect and the staff is above and beyond!! I cannot express how TASTY all of the food is!!!! read more

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Service was great. Fried oysters and hush puppies delicious. Cole slaw was tasteless. Fries ok. Soup ok.

Service very good 8 out of 10, food quality 10 out of 10 had the shrimp and grits, grits were perfectly seasoned, shrimp also perfect ( not a lot of shrimp there was only 3 pc. ) Gravy amazing taste. There is no rolls or bread served with the meal. Find this to be a poor value. Ordered bread on the side. Wait 10 minutes, so not completely happy with service. Now my waitress, a 10 out of 10. She was a attentive she was friendly, and I recommend having Dana as your waitress. read more

Cape Fear Seafood - Exterior dinning. - Seafood Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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The shrimp and grits was good - solid dish if nothing special. We didn't live the crab cake sliders but the fried okra was EXCELLENT. My friend got the catch of the day, which was a salmon. She really liked it! Service was quick and good. read more

Just want to add another group of pictures for our latest visit to this amazing restaurant. Just like all the other times, this place has the best food and service in Raleigh. read more

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Everything was spot-on from start to finish. We ordered the fried seafood platter with shrimp and scallops, and the mahi-mahi stuffed with crab meat -- both dishes were absolutely delicious. The fried platter was light and crispy with perfectly cooked shrimp and scallops -- no grease, just fresh seafood flavor. The mahi-mahi was the standout: tender, flaky, and stuffed with rich crab meat that gave it a perfect balance of sweetness and depth. The portions were generous and the service was friendly and attentive. You can really tell they take pride in what they serve. We'll definitely be back -- highly recommend for anyone craving quality, fresh seafood served with care! read more

Had a great lunch at the Cape Fear in the Village District today. It was very chilly, so we had excellent cups of clam chowder to start. I love peel n eat shrimp, and am normally not a fan of the "easy peel" shrimp as they tend to over cook. We requested slightly undercooked shrimp and our server, Alexandria, was more than happy to accomodate. Hubby had the ahi tuna sandwich which he requested medium rate and it was also cooked to perfection. Service was great and food excellent. Will be back! read more

Love this location. The service is always welcoming, kind and efficient. The salmon Alfredo pasta is an all time favorite. The salmon is smoked to perfection along with the grilled shrimp I get added to the pasta. The hush puppies and fried okra are also a must try! read more

Cape Fear is easily one of our favorite seafood restaurants in the area. We have never had a bad experience here and we've dined at both locations often. Their food is excellent and always super flavorful and hot. You can't go wrong with anything you choose- we've tried 10+ menu items and loved every one. Some of our favorites include the crab dip, risotto, shrimp and grits, and shrimp burger. Along with great food, the service is amazing too. Our server Shea was so bubbly, helpful, and patient while we looked over new items to try out. Good service is always memorable and goes a long way, so definitely request her as your server if you can! The restaurant is nice and casual with a good bar. You won't have to spend too much and don't have to come dressed up. If you're looking for delicious seafood with good portions and won't let you down, definitely go here. read more

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Our waiter - amazing. Food- AMAZING!!! I ordered the lobster/shrimp risotto bowl, and to start we had okra and calamari. Dessert was blueberry cobbler and crème brûlée. The creme brûlée was better in my opinion. Loved the whole experience though. Can't wait to go back! read more

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My wife and I have been to all the Cape Fear locations. They are consistent in quality and service at all of them too. Nice portions and nice prices as well. We go to Cape Fear every time we desire seafood. The ambiance is wonderful. Romantic and soft lights to enjoy a great meal. We love this place and we go every chance we can get. read more

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Nice atmosphere-- not too fancy or too informal. Reasonable prices. My favorite thing to order is the Sweet and Spicy Shrimp appetizer but I think they do a great job on all of their menu items. I've been a few times with friends, and everyone ordered different entrees, and everyone was happy with their meals. Also, the service is excellent. Just be sure to have a reservation if you are planning to dine there on the weekend. Even early as 5 pm. they are usually booked. read more

Went to this location, because another location refused service for 2 hrs. Immediately seated (party of 7) at this location. Food, drinks, and atmosphere was the best. Better than expected Service, even with a newbie in training. Very attentive and personable and always with a smile. Could not have asked for a better experience for my 69th birthday. Thank you! read more

Dinner around 6p on a rainy Saturday and the restaurant was crowded. There were 8 of us so we would have a long wait for a table. So there was space for all of us at the bar...so bar it was! The two wait staff were very friendly and started on our beverages quickly. Then we were ready to order after about 15 minutes. Actually sitting there was fun and pretty comfortable. I had the shrimp and grits. It had a good seasoned flavor and reasonable amount of medium size shrimp but not enough grits for me. It was probably about one fourth cup of grits and all these shrimp and sauce. I'm used to the grits at least covering the bottom of the bowl.of course I ate all the grits and had leftover shrimp. I enjoyed the flavor. Everyone else raves about their meals taste and portion size. Anyway I've eaten at both Raleigh locations several times and will go back. read more

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Great food and service would definitely recommend everything I had was amazing! I went there with my family so I would recommend it to anyone and their family !! read more

Our first time checking out cape fear seafood was fantastic. The Sunday $6 bloody Marys (in our case, we had a bloody Maria which was made with tequila) were spicy like we like it and the smoked old fashioned was as super tasty. -For our appetizers, we shared the crab scampi risotto cakes which were lightly breaded on the outside but creamy in the inside and was topped with lump crab, boursin cheese, lemon, and garlic. We also split a bowl of their rich, hearty clam chowder. - my boyfriend had the saltimbocca for his entree which was white fish wrapped in prosciutto & served over a bed of sauteed spinach, tomatoes, mushrooms & goat cheese and covered with demi glace & lemon beurre blanc. We love goat cheese so this was perfect. -I had the figure 8 stuffed flounder which was twin baked roulades of flounder, stuffed with a generous portion of crab fusion, topped with beurre blanc and served with risotto cakes, and green beans with roasted tomatoes. *If you dip the stuffed flounder into the sauce from the Saltimbocca, the combination is out of this world We completely enjoyed our time and can't wait to come back with friends read more

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We went on a Sunday evening and the restaurant seemed a bit understaffed. We did get seated right away, even without a reservation, which was nice. Service was decent. The restaurant was clean, featuring costal decor and big screen TVs above the bar. My husband had shrimp and grits. I had the shrimp tacos. Overall, food was fine. read more

Food is great. The seafood is fresh and the portions are ample . Service is a little ragged as the staff is young and appears to me to have limited experience. Not bad service just not great. No anticipation of the diners needs. The restaurant is a classy coastal feel and is very inviting. We dined here twice while in town on business and would definitely return in the future. read more

Tasty and reliable dining. Food: high quality, classic... 4 Ambiance and service: clean, attentive, tasteful decor... 5 Price: just a little too high... 3 It's great food, great atmosphere, a little pricey but I have already and will come back again. The shrimp diavolo pasta is the best! read more