Best burger and fries I've had! I love how the fries are cooked in beef tallow! You can tell that…read morethe beef is good quality.

After hearing recommendation after recommendation, I made my first stop at Island Burgers & Bites…read morein Carolina Beach. I even walked over a mile to get there... so if this burger was bad, I was going to have a very long, disappointing walk back. Thankfully, that wasn't a problem. I ordered the double cheeseburger Carolina-style with chili, slaw, mustard, and onions. A Carolina-style burger... in Carolina Beach. It just felt right. First of all, this thing was HUGE. The beef was incredibly well seasoned with those crisp, lacy edges. The chili had just enough sweetness, the mustard brought the perfect tang, and the onions added that fresh crunch. Then there's the toasted potato bun--still the undisputed champion of burger buns--and the perfectly melted cheese holding this glorious mess together. What makes this place even cooler is that it started in a gas station back in 2017. Now it's one of the most talked-about burger spots around. It's considered by many to be the third best burger in North Carolina and after one bite, I completely understand why. Sometimes the best food comes from the places you'd least expect. Despite being busy, the food came out surprisingly fast, and the staff kept things moving without missing a beat. Final score: 9.8/10. This officially takes the #1 spot on the Ev's Eats Best Burger List... for now. Every burger from here on out has a new standard to chase. #CarolinaBeach #IslandBurgersAndBites #NorthCarolinaEats #NCEats NCFood

Good old fashioned all the way cheeseburgers and hot dogs. And that means slaw, chili, onions and…read moremustard. Quick service. Can't hardly not stop here if you're in E-town.

So, I'm on my way back from the beach and I'm on 87 but taking a back road and I see several signs…read moreabout Melvin's restaurant. I saw something about a hamburger, it was lunch time and I decided to take the detour into town and see if I can get something to go. Suddenly, I was in downtown Elizabethtown, and it was quite charming. A lot of times I go through the small North Carolina towns that used to thrive at one time but are now pretty much shut down and deserted. It was not the case with Elizabethtown. I saw coffee shops and boutiques and clothing stores and of course, Melvin's. When I first walked in, I got nervous because there was a long line and I was not in the mood to be waiting a long time to get a hamburger unless it's for White Castles. But let me tell you something, Melvin's got it worked out to a science. One person takes your order. One person makes your hamburger. One person puts the hamburger in the bag and the other person takes your money. I was in and out of there in less than 2 minutes. It cracked me up. The menu is quite limited. You can have a hamburger or a cheeseburger or a hot dog and that's it. You can't even get fries. You can get a bag of chips which is what I did and some random cookie for a dollar. I enjoyed getting in the car and having my lunch for the ride back home. The hamburger was good and so was the pric... less than five bucks. I got it all the way with coleslaw and ketchup and mustard. and chili Melvin's has been around forever, and it was clear that the locals love it. The line was long and the place was pretty full. People are in and out of there in a few minutes. So anyway, if you're on your way to the beach and on 87, grab a burger at Melvin's and keep the tradition going at Melvin's.

Heading home from the beach my fiancé and I stopped for a snack. The food was amazing. We were both…read moreso stuffed by the time we left and they server, Amy took such good care of us. She was so lovely. We definitely will be returning next year on our way to the beach!

Great locals stop in Loris. Heard about this place that was…read moresaid to be a locals favorite. Decided to try it out. It is a small back country looking place. But had a bunch of commercial vehicles and trucks in lot, so you know it will be good. I tried their hotdogs with the works. The use the "red" hotdogs, deep fried with chili and sauerkraut. Very good, always liked the red dogs. My friend really enjoyed the house hamburger. Was worth the trip.

Beach House Burgers here for the rescue! Honestly nothing except bagels across the street was open…read morein that close area on a Friday midday. We had driven from morning all the way to Kure to enjoy the beach first thing. We did not want a burger or anything greasy we wanted healthy food - but the universe had different plans for us and after walking within the blocks checking each restaurant in each corner the only one opened was them and no wonder it was so busy and popular.. it was the only thing available. But surprisingly it was delicious. The double burger with cheese wasn't greasy and not too salty so definitely a good order! My mother had fried and it was not bad at all. If you want a quick bite for cheap this is the stop. Such a very local beach vibe little stand - a burger stand to fill up your stomach and you can enjoy the beach all day long!

First time going, great food great atmosphere and not costly. The fried okra was as homemade,…read moreburger wraps were great and the fries were hot hot. Good service also.

Basically the same at Fat Burgers, which is great! Lots of draft beer options, both local and…read moretypical (Coors light, yuengling, etc). A full bar with martinis, margaritas, wine, pitchers, buckets, and specials. Food is wings, burgers, sandwiches, apps, etc. Really chill place to go for some drinks and food. They have a few arcade games to play, as well as several TVs for sports games. Service is always friendly and attentive. Definitely worth a stop!

Came in for a takeout order. Ordered 8 wings and an order of chicken tender with fries. The tenders…read moreare burnt to a crisp, the fries are swimming in oil and as soggy as can be. They also shorted me 1 wing as I only received 7! I paid $38 dollars for this (including a $10 tip) and once again, Sneads Ferry never fails to disappoint! There isn't a decent restaurant within 100 miles of this place. Food purgatory.

favorite burger joint in jville-istan! ran by patriots! always tastes good. high quality…read moreingredients!

The family and I have been here several times over the years. This is one of our favorite burger…read morejoints to dine when we're out and about and want a burger. Typically when we're nearby. We've tried pretty much everything on the menu. This is an older establishment that has kept its old charm. One aspect we appreciate about it. Very simple ordering process and great customer service. Simple menu with plenty of options for everyone. The food is cooked to order and doesn't take long even when it's really busy. Plenty of seating and a large parking lot. We have enjoyed every meal here and will continue to do so. Recommend dining here. Interesting note: if you search for the best burger restaurants in NC, they are on the list.

Really great burger and fries with BBQ seasoning. Quick service and friendly staff. Worth a try…read moreon this side of Wilmington.

Very very good burger spot! I got a double burger and patties were massive for being a smash…read moreburger. The flavor was great the caramelized onions with the Oklahoma sauce was a great pairing. The burger itself was juicy and had a good flavor. One of the better burgers I've had honestly and you have a ton of toppings to choose from. My one bite score came out to a whopping 8.2/10 which is the 4th highest rated burger on my scale ever. The sweet potato wedges were amazing the cinnamon is the way to go! I was kind of disappointed with the sizing I ordered a large to split between the two of us and it wasn't enough. The 12 oz shake was amazing the only thing with that was it took forever. I was done with my food by the time the shake was done. It did look like they only have one shake machine so that could be why it took so long but the fact the I was done with my food before even seeing the shake was a bit crazy. The price of it all was a bit steep in the 40 some dollar range, but it was great. Also kinda in a random place but the vibes were great in there and the food was good I would say it is definitely worth the drive.

Wow, an unplanned birthday lunch with my cousin-traveling to Virginia. Devin was our super amazing…read morewaiter and so personable. I brought a surprise dessert and Devin kept it for us and then delivered it perfectly and with a sweet orchid on each plate!! Our meal was to split the special of the day and a good thing we shared because it was delicious and too much for one person...I highly recommend KoKo Cabana to anyone wanting delicious fresh seafood and ask for Devin as he made this event so sweet!!

The food was fresh and delicious! They sat us right away and…read morekept our drinks full. I loved how you could sit indoor and/or outdoor on the patio and face the pier and beach!

Great reasonably priced burgers and hot dogs and super fast friendly service. You won't be…read moredisappointed.

**CASH ONLY!** The…read moreBurg-Dog Grille of Shallotte is a great place to grab some good hotdogs, a solid burger, and great crinkle cut fries. The menu is limited, but that means that they have perfected everything!! If you're hungry, you may need to get two hot dogs. They are great, but aren't the biggest. The crinkle cut fries are standard hot dog establishment fries. Soft on the inside, crisp on the outside, you can't go wrong. The tea is weak and is a bit watery. The restrooms are clean but are old. When it's busy, you may have to wait for a table. You stand in line to order and then grab a table, so the line may be about 10 mins max. The service is great! They know what they're doing and are efficient. Just make the tea better!