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Carolina Beach Pier

4.1 (28 reviews)
Closed 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Updated a few days ago

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Menu 10/22/23
Charlene C.

They have their own small parking lot that is free for customers. After ordering food inside or at the little tiki bar, they will text you when the food is ready and then you come back to a small pick up window to pick up the food. They have one highchair available, which does not have a seatbelt. For Sunday brunch, we tried the special pumpkin French toast, made with the pumpkins from the October pumpkin patch, and Sandbar breakfast sandwich. The pumpkin special wasn't written anywhere, I was just told to me verbally from the staff. She didn't mention it had hot honey, so it had a little kick from that. I would've preferred it to not have hot honey, since I was not in the mood for a spicy French toast. Otherwise, it was good, had a mild pumpkin flavor. I was still a little bit hungry after eating all of it. The Sandbar breakfast sandwich was good, had Carnitas, eggs, tomato, cheddar cheese. Coffee is available-don't expect anything great. It was sunny during lunchtime, and there is no covered seating outdoors unless you want to sit indoors. We ended up sitting on the pier, which was a lot more windy, which made it cooler. We came on another day on a Friday night when they were having their bonfire event with live music around 6 PM. It was very busy, tons of people. There were a few bonfires-it was too smoky to sit by the bonfire but there was no room anyway. There were some open bench tables on the pier itself. We tried the burger, which was good but not the best burger in the world. It came with seasoned (looked homemade) potato chips. Food is a little pricey, which is not surprising, given the location. But it is really a nice location, given that it's on the beach. So still worth a visit for the location and fairly good food.

White Christmas, Frosty After Dark and Sweater Weather! Delicious!
Wanda M.

We went the first day of the unveiling of their special holiday drinks! No food service on this date! We tried all 7 of their speciality cocktails and they were all great! Wish I could recall the names of my favorites, but see pic below! These special drinks will be served through early January! And can't beat those ocean views!

Kelly S.

Wonderful experience at the (North End) Carolina Beach Pier. Outside on the beach along the pier they had a beautiful set up of Christmas trees on the beach for purchase or even just to walk through and enjoy. The juxtaposition of Christmas trees on the beach is just something I love so much. We went in and had lunch on the top floor of the pier and it was decked out beautifully in Christmas Decor. The music was great, service, food and views were all wonderful! I know it gets very busy (on season) but it was so refreshing to enjoy it to ourselves.

Valerie D.

Fun little tiki bar on a pier. Great.place to ha e a drink and watch surfers or just people watch. They have many events every weekend, so there is always something going on at the pier.

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Lexi G.

I forgot to take a picture of the menu! But I think my sandwich was some shrimp roll and my husband got the burger- which was huge! My shrimp roll was so fresh and delicious. Orange crush cocktail was 10/10, and the sweet tea was good too.

Completely rusted away bolts and brackets, everyone on and under the piers lives are in jeopardy
Alex H.

The greedy owner puts children and families in danger, look at all the completely rusted away bolts. You're better off going to the Kure beach pier or Wrightsville Beach pier. The original owners were the best but it has new owners, all the local regulars stopped going here. It's an overpriced tourist trap now. Lots of people get their cars stuck in the sand parking lot. The owner scams people on busy days charging them to park on public beach access land. The stairs and railings are falling apart. Keep your family safe and avoid this place, the pier could collapse or a support beam could fall and kill somebody. The other pier's are so much better, this place is the worst.

Outside of the restaurant/bar.
Elaina B.

Just visited for the first time and this place was on point. Chill, relaxed vibes and the oceanfront view was perfect to watch the sunset. Drinks were good and the mahi sandwich and shrimp roll we had for dinner were both delicious. Service was friendly as were the customers. It was the atmosphere you would want on a beach vacation. Highly recommend a visit!

Fall at Carolina Beach Pier

The pier did not disappoint during our October visit to Carolina Beach! This place is a gem, with live music, good food and beautiful views. Kid friendly, dog friendly, night life or family friendly. I specifically wanted to post because we enjoyed breakfast there this morning. It's a simple menu, but delicious! Get the burrito or loaded waffle. Definitely a spot you want to make a point of visiting!

Drinks with a view!

Having grown up going to Carolina, Kure, and Ft. Fisher beaches, it was a treat to stay so close to the pier. What a treat for this pier to have drinks, food, and a great view! The food is ok, but the staff are superb! The drinks are delicious, and there is nothing like sitting on top of a beautifully lit pier with live music in the evening. A must-visit!

The view!

Best beach bar on the island - bar none! You are basically 30 feet OVER the water not just looking at it!

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Great place. Good food, service and folks. Beautiful atmosphere on the pier and in the sand.

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Great location. Food was great and good drink options. Bartender was friendly. Would definitely go back.

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Had the best fried egg and baloney sandwich there for breakfast this morning! Great service at the bar!

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3 years ago

Nice place with friendly employees. Free to walk the pier. Nice gift shop inside with an occasionally long line for the ice cream.

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The sandwiches are excellent. But no choice of sides, other than cold, greasy pre-fried chips in a bag. Shew!

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If you're looking for one of those places where everything just lines up--the weather, the food,…read morethe mood--this is it. Out on the pier at Tiki Bar & Ocean Grill, you've got a front-row seat to the Atlantic, and on a day like today, it doesn't get much better. Blue sky, sun hitting the water just right, and a breeze that reminds you why people have been coming to the coast long before fancy resorts showed up. Food Simple answer: they've got it dialed in. Fresh, well-prepared, and exactly what you want at the beach. No overthinking it--just good coastal food done right. That's how it's supposed to be. Service Friendly, easygoing, and attentive without hovering. The kind of service that makes you feel welcome but doesn't interrupt your view--or your drink. Atmosphere This is where they really win. Sitting out over the water with string lights overhead and waves rolling in? That's hard to beat anywhere. Now, yes--the beach itself has those big metal pipes running through for replenishment. Not exactly postcard material. But here's the truth: once you're up on that pier, looking out over the ocean, it barely matters. The view still does what it's supposed to do--makes you slow down and stay a while. Final Take Great food, solid service, and a view that carries the whole experience. Even with the beach work going on, this place delivers what a coastal spot should: good eats, cold drinks, and a reason to sit a little longer than you planned. If the weather's right, don't overthink it--grab a seat, order something simple, and enjoy it the way folks have been doing for generations.

I was told that the pier is no longer dog friendly because people are drinking to much and it isn't…read moresafe for the dogs or the customers. So just be advised if you want to take your pup. Food is average. Drinks are ok View is great. Food and drinks are better at the Carolina beach pier. Employees are a lot friendlier too. Sorry.

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