Pier 41 Seafood is a popular place in Lumberton, NC. It is family-owned and opened back in 2007…read more They have calabash-style seafood. They have a large parking lot with numbered spots, so you don't forget where you parked. The decor is casual and unassuming. It is a large place, though. It can seat 220 guests and has both booths and tables. I dined here for brunch, but you order from the all-day menu. I read to go early to avoid a wait. Service was friendly, but the goal seemed to be to turn the tables quickly, so many customers left with to-go boxes. Well, I was on the road, so I couldn't go, so they had to wait for me to finish. I ordered the flounder with a baked potato, and it came with hush puppies. The food was really good, and I would have ordered dessert too, but I wasn't asked or even finished with my meal when the bill was dropped off. I liked my food, and the prices were reasonable. I don't like feeling rushed, though and like to enjoy my meal. Payment is taken at the front register. I paid cash because I wasn't sure whether they took credit cards, since that register was closed. By the time I got through the line and got change for the tip, people were already seated at my table. So I had to find my waitress to leave my tip. I might return again when it is less busy.

The service here was amazing. Our server is one of the sweetest southern women you'll meet. The…read morefood, however, left much to be desired. My family & I travel through here just to get to Hilton Head Island, SC from VA. I like that it's a nice family friendly diner open late and good for traveling through to your next destination... But here's what we had and whether or not you'll like it. Grilled salmon... decent, not super memorable. The flavor was fine and it was cooked well. The hush puppies weren't my fave - they're the kind that look like scraps rather than golf balls. The deviled crab is interesting. I want fond of the flavor or texture - it's closer to deviled crab fritter than anything. The garden salad is mostly iceberg, but it did the trick to get some greens in me for the travels ahead. The fried dishes seem to be the specialty, so I'd recommend a fried platter if you're interested in something quick & tasty.

First time here and the Food was amazing! service was great as well, the view was amazing, the…read morewhole experience was great! 10/10 would come back again!

Great place to run and get a quick bit to eat. While I was there I ordered the grouper sandwich…read morewhich was absolutely delicious. It was cooked prefect with the just the right amount of seasoning on it. Always ordered the little neck clams which had a great taste and also came out very clean. All sitting is outside, but you sit right where the boat comes in. You can't get any fresher than that. I would highly recommend the Waterfront Seafood Shack to anyone.

Brand new establishment. Great service charming host and staff. Fred authentic food. Truly a…read morediamond in the rough. Worth the visit if you are into finding great places without the glamour and hype from chains.

Hidden gem off of Turnpike Road in Raeford NC across the street from West Hoke Elementary school…read more Friendly staff, great food, nice atmosphere. Will definitely become a regular lunch and dinner spot for our family. Large portions and very reasonable prices! They have seafood, BBQ, and Jamaican dishes - Yum!

Stopped by yesterday and got a pork chop sandwich and collard greens my wife got fried shrimp and…read moreslaw. The pork chop was cooked perfectly. The collards were the best I've had anywhere period. The shrimp was as good or better than anything of our favorite places in Calabash and the slaw was really good. We also got a piece of strawberry cake. It was delicious. Check their Facebook page for locations and times and give them a try.

Succulent salmon bites special. Crunchy fried okra. Loved the pepper on the creamy Mac n cheese!read more

Let me start with the service, it was kind of crowded, but the hostess told me I arrived after the…read morewait, so I was seated immediately. I ordered the fried fish and shrimp combo with Brussels sprouts and Hoppin' John. My server recommended the Hoppin' John and I am so glad she did. It was delicious, perfectly seasoned and just so freaking good. My fish and shrimp was fried to perfection, crispy and melt in your mouth good. My Brussels sprouts were good too, but after I finished my delicious foods, I had to take my Brussels to go! Nice setting, lots of space and the servers were spot on, they did not miss a beat. Definitely making a special trip back to Florence to eat at Tubb's. Highly recommended.

1. Service was excellent 2. Food was fantastic. Fish is as…read morefresh as it gets 3. Hush puppies are award winning. do I taste a bit o' honey? 4. Prices are very reasonable in a relaxed atmosphere 5. 4-7 is happy hour. $3.00 vodka tonics! Really? Wonderful!

Food is amazing and portions are huge! I can never finish my small plate, I would recommend sharing…read morea small plate. Most places will cover the plate with fries so you have to hunt for the shrimp, not this place. You have to hunt for your fries. Friendly service, We've always ordered to go and never eaten inside.

This was my first trip to "Carolina Girls", and while I had read what I could find about the food,…read moreservice and ambiance, I hope to improve upon reporting so others will have an easier time. First, I will say that the food was good! I have to admit that it was not what I expected, but here is what I found. I ordered a combination of shrimp and flounder, with fries and green beans as sides. See the photo of shrimp and flounder, with fries and green beans! Shrimp were small, about 50ct I estimate. They were lightly battered and very tasty. I expected larger shrimp, but given the light batter and excellent taste, I thoroughly enjoyed the shrimp. The flounder was also lightly battered, and perfectly cooked. It was excellent. Fries are fries, and these were OK. But the real big surprise were the green beans! They were likely the best I've ever had. That leaves hush puppies, and their spread. The hush puppies could have been very good, but were served at just above room temperature. The spread was a butter substitute that was indeed sad. Here is my Professional Tip: Prepare and proudly present your own hush puppy spread. Make it by simply blending real butter and real honey and serve it in reusable stainless steel 2-oz containers. It would be unique, cost minimal, and set the pace for ambiance enhancement. Service was good, but they allowed kitchen staff to sit in the serving area and converse with customers. A little too "homey" for me. Lastly, in regard to ambiance they seem to be finding their "sea legs", as decorations did enhance the feeling of a seafood restaurant. Small improvements could be in changing ceiling light bulbs to a warmer 2700 Kelvin color range, and adding disposable place mats with three utensils, better napkins, and new condiment bottles. I know some may think of these suggestions as nit-picky, but please trust that I want this place to excel.

Cape Fear Seafood Company is located in a strip shopping center…read more Food was very good, and service was excellent. The restaurant decor was what you'd typically see at a seafood restaurant. I had fried jumbo shrimp which were not listed on the menu as a platter, but our waitress (Grace) was glad make the exception. My husband ordered the fresh catch salmon with mango salsa. Sides were: green beans with roasted tomatoes, sautéed spinach and risotto cakes. Everything was very good and Grace kept our tea glasses full. When I'm in the area I'll definitely stop in some of their delicious food!

We came to this restaurant for dinner after our fishing trip. This place was recommended by the man…read morewho took us on our fishing tour. It seemed very "busy" for an early Monday evening around 5:20/6pm. It had quite a few customers but also many empty tables inside. We wanted to sit inside but were told they were holding tables for reservations. So our only option was to sit outside or to wait over 20 minutes. We were very hungry so we sat outside. Our waitress came out and greeted us and was very nice and answered all our questions. We had a table on the far right of the patio. Outside was hot and there were little small gnats flying around. We ordered the mussels in a wine sauce for appetizers. And OMG when the food came out the gnats swarmed in on us and it was worse! We could not enjoy the food because we were in a constant battle. We complained to the waitress. And we wound up moving to another table closer to the door (still outside in the opposite side because we still were told there were no tables inside). It was a better but gnats were still there. The food, however, was really good and would have been even better without fighting bugs. The mussels were cooked perfectly and the sauce it was in was delicious! We were almost licking the plate, but so I wouldn't look like a heathen, used the bread to wipe up the plate instead. The roasted red pepper crab bisque was also very good and I like that it had bigger lumps of crab in it. For my main course I had the fresh catch of the day that came with a lemon sauce, mango salsa and risotto. I am not a fan of asparagus so I was allowed to substitute for spinach. The dish was so delicious! I was happy with the taste and quality of the food. A manager just so happened to round on us while we were eating and we told her our complaints about the gnats. She was very understanding and offered us a free dessert or to take some money off the bill. When the waitress came back she asked us what dessert we wanted complimentary. We wondered why the manager gave us both options, but we didn't actually get to choose what we really wanted which was the money off the bill. We were really full and didn't have room for the dessert. Rather than protesting, we just chose a dessert to go, but unfortunately forgot to eat it because we had to pack for our early morning flight. My review would have been 5 stars for the service and food if it wasn't for those pesky bugs outside. I don't know why there was so many out there.

I never see that many people in here which is crazy because I've been in town since 1985 and this…read moreis by far the best pizza Lumberton's ever had in my opinion I really hope this place stays going, good job so far

Pizza was really good. The dough was fluffy but cooked well. Definitely a hole in the wall location…read morebut was a great find and would definitely recommend.

You walk into Fish Bites hoping it's still the same place you've trusted over the years--and I'll…read moresay it right up front: it is. Maybe even a touch better. The Food We went straight for what matters. * Chilean Sea Bass -- cooked right, flaky, moist, and seasoned without trying to show off. That's how it's supposed to be done. No nonsense, just good fish handled properly. * Fish Bites (house specialty) -- lightly battered, crispy without being greasy, and paired with both Thai chili and tartar sauces. That combo works. You don't fix what isn't broken, and thankfully they didn't. * Ponzu Tuna Tacos -- these were the standout. Fresh, flavorful, balanced. The ponzu brings just enough bite without overpowering the tuna. If you're going there and skip these, that's on you. Sides held their own--fresh vegetables with a good sauté, and coleslaw that didn't taste like it came out of a tub somewhere in the back. Service Our server, Kali (K-A-L-I), did things the old-school way--attentive without hovering, friendly without being fake. That's getting rare these days, and it's worth mentioning. Value Two people, solid seafood, no corners cut: $67.15 total. In today's world? That's not just fair--that's impressive. Final Take New ownership can sometimes mean a place loses its identity. That didn't happen here. Fish Bites still delivers what made it a favorite--fresh seafood, straightforward preparation, and consistency. If anything, they've tightened things up just enough to notice

This place had been on my list to try and I was excited to go for a team lunch. The space is small…read morebut has a back bar area and some outdoor seating too. But not the best view with the gas station. Our waitress was nice and attentive. We started with the Oyster Bombs, which were cheesy and delicious. I also got the clam chowder which was hearty and very satisfying. For my main meal, I had the stuffed flounder. It was rich and packed with flavor. I picked the mixed veggies and garlic mashed potatoes as my sides. I ended up taking half home because I was so full! Plus, we got a few slices of cake to share at the office in the afternoon. Everyone enjoyed our meal. I'll definitely be back.

The food was delicious! The customer service was great!…read moreMy husband and I rates it a 10 out of 10! Best restaurant and food we have had in a while! Forever Customers

1st disappointing meal in years. My fried flounder had obviously sat under a warming light for…read morequite some time before it was served. It was dried out and tough. My fried shrimp was only warming, not hot. Best part of my meal were the hush puppies and cole slaw. I hate to post a negative review but the quality was definitely off on my visit. Unfortunately I'm only in the area once year; I hope next years visit will be more like my previous ones.