Always make it a point to visit regularly when in the area. Their relationship with local fish man…read moremeans that they have fish that you can't get anywhere else. They know the product and the people who catch it. I try to go at off hours to avoid the crowds, but otherwise, plan to be patient and make a new friend while waiting at peak times.

Definitely smells like a fresh seafood place lol! Very nice and knowledgeable staff. Seafood is…read morefresh, local and yummy.

Stopped in just to see what they had, left with a beautiful side of flounder and some p&d shrimp!…read moreDinner that night was delicious! The flounder tasted super fresh and you really can't get better than fresh N.C. shrimp. Great quality raw product. I wish that they would let you pick your weight you'd like to purchase. There was a little push back when we asked for 8pc of shrimp, we are cooking for 2 and didn't need a half pound or pound. And I was really hoping to buy just a couple scallops to go with dinner but they were pretty firm on selling a minimum of a half pound. Good to know for next time.. we will be back!

I ordered the shrimp dinner. It was fresh and delicious! The shrimp were big and cooked perfectly…read more The sides that I got were the coleslaw and the hush puppies. Excellent!! Highly recommend!!

Hey, I'm not braggin' but I'm a member here. This is a place to hang out and enjoy a cocktail and…read moresome beautiful scenery before heading to dinner. Cheers!

Great location on the water to have drinks and watch the boats coming in and out. Nice selection…read moreof beers and wines. Mixed drinks are just ok, not great. Otherwise, I great place to relax, have a few drinks and enjoy the day. They do have entertainment that adds to the overall experience. A must place to visit in Southport.

Generations of this family have operated this Local…read morebusiness. Extremely knowledgeable, helpful, friendly operation. Great inventory of fresh caught fish. Shop local, keep these folks in business, here in Southport.

This is the best seafood market that we have ever been to in our entire lives! The sushi-grade…read moresalmon is awesome and the tuna is as well. Also, remember to get some local shrimp. The owner and staff are amiable and knowledgeable as well. This is a must-go place if you find yourself within 100 miles of the Southport, NC area. It is well worth the drive. Charles and Libby T.

We hired Cape Fear Boil Co to do a shrimp boil for us and they killed it. The guys were…read moreprofessional, knowledgeable and so personable. You can tell they love doing what they do. Everything was so fresh and flavorful. The came in and set everything up, talked through the whole thing and answered any questions we had. They bagged up all the leftovers and cleaned up like they had bender been there. I grew up on the FL Panhandle and I can be PICKY about seafood. I have to admit that was some of the best shrimp I have EVER had. If you're in the area, cannot recommend these guys enough!

Gracious!!! So good and easy to do! We had 15 people and got 2 Traditional Pots. It has…read moreeverything you need in the pot, including instructions. Shrimp, corn, potatoes, sausage and the seasoning. You also get butter and the cocktail sauce. Take it home, put the pots on the stove, add your beer or water (we did a shandy), steam that stuff up for about 15ish minutes and then add the shrimp. We added the dry seasoning on top of the shrimp and steamed the pots some more until the shrimp was pink. Boom! It was done. We even had leftovers. The staff is very helpful if you have any questions. Also, for anyone with peanut allergies, this is safe.

What unique place! Order at the counter, grab a brew out of the fridge and go seat yourself…read moreanywhere, they'll bring you the food. If you like casual, laid back atmosphere right on the water, this is your place to go. We had crab cakes, steamed shrimp and steamed clams. All very good. Definitely going back next time we visit.

We have been visiting Southport for a few years now and for one reason or another never made it out…read moreto The Provision Company. We can say we have one and done it now. They were pretty busy during Friday lunch before a big holiday weekend. We got our meal to go because I did not realize that they were not dog friendly. Completely my fault because I did not check ahead. I knew that surrounding places with outdoor dining were so I assumed incorrectly. Not a big deal since there are lots of benches in the area to sit by the waterfront. I ordered the Grouper Salad sandwich, my husband got Thee special that came with 1/2 lb. peel and eat shrimp, crab cake, corn on cob with sides of cocktail and tarter sauce, and my daughter got the regular lunch special with came with shrimp, crab cake, and sauces. Unfortunately, my daughter's lunch only had the 1/4 lb. of shrimp when she opened her box so she had to hoof it back and wait In line again to get her crab cake and sauces. Thankfully, I texted her a copy of the receipt because they gave her a bit of a run around regarding her missing items. I should have gone in there with her. Several staff members asked to see the receipt and then asked if she was sure of what she ordered. If I had known they were going to give her a time, I would have taken care of it myself. Don't get me wrong, I get it. I worked in food service for many years but when a customer shows you a receipt, then tells you there was mistake, and is polite about it, the customer usually doesnt have to explain the issue to multiple people. It is off putting to put the customer to task for your mistake. They gave her a free small drink, which she appreciated. Other than the order mishap, our food was pretty standard. The tarter sauce was nice and thick but was warm. The crab cake was better than some I have had but a bit dry. I cannot say the meal was worth what we spent. My Grouper sandwich was the highlight but for $10.95 and no side it won't be enough for us to return. I am glad we got to try them out while we were there. We have lots of friends that love it. I think our experience would have been better if we had eaten there instead.

This is a must see when you're in town.Excellent food and service. The staff was friendly and…read moreknowledgable. The crab cakes were very fresh and delicious. It is informal with a classic beachy atmosphere. Lots of fruity cocktails to add to the ambience. I will warn you portions are big!! Make room for the delicous desserts. You won't go away hungry. I only wish they took reserations. however, you cancall an hour a head and get put on the waitlist. They will text you when your table is ready.

Our favorite restaurant on the island! Food is always good, service is always friendly and…read morebartender is great! Seafood is fresh, and desserts are amazing. Live music in the bar ... do not miss. Come early in the summer because they don't take reservations in summer months.

Every time I purchase fresh seafood from The Market Place I am pleased with their selection,…read morequality and prices. While they may not have the most diverse selection, what they do carry is always fresh and of the highest quality. I am particularly fond of their locally caught shrimp and their tuna. Thank you for being a member of our community.

Put our name on the waitlist at 5:45pm on a Tuesday night, quoted a 45 min wait for a table of…read morefour. We opted to hang at the bar for a few drinks and apps- bartenders were lovely and apps were delicious (fritters & shrimp boil). We didn't end up getting seated until well after 7pm (approx 7:30pm). House manager was super cool and apologetic. It was definitely busy, but it also appeared the kitchen was slow. Our waitress was super cute and friendly, noting it was busy since the area had just been dealing with high humidity and warmer than average temps, and now outdoor seating was in high demand. We didn't get our food until approx 8:30pm- this included slow service on two cups of soup that were supposed to come out sooner than entrees. (Also, this may be personal preference, but the cream of crab soup is delicious in taste but the texture is always a little odd. It's thick like pudding! Take that for what you will, I still ate it all.) But like everyone mostly says in these reviews, atmosphere and staff are delightful- timing from the kitchen is a solid 2/5. Granted yes, high season and nice weather = longer waits, but we didn't leave the place until 9pm, which after being there since 5:45pm was a longer than anticipated evening!

We came at an off hour for an afternoon snack. Timing is good but I would expect to need patience…read moreif you come prime time. Reservations are taken for parties of six or more and done through yelp. Reservations are only for the upper dining room. Maybe a little touristy but also a place locals come. It is a great spot overlooking the inter coastal and marina. Fish and chips were good, shrimp boil was well seasoned, and the fried pickle app was plenty to share. Stacy and the staff were super friendly and the off hour visit provided us the luxury of lingering which is probably less the case during prime time. Definitely worth the stop!