Don't let the understated appearance of this restaurant fool you. Do yourselves a favor and try the…read moreamazing food here! The meals my husband and I had from The Sandspur stood out as the best cuisine we had during our trip to Carolina Beach. The food was cooked to perfection, beautifully arranged, and incredibly flavorful. It's easy to tell that their talented chef takes pride in each dish. We can't wait to go back on our next trip to the area!

Not totally sure on this spot. I chose it because they are vegetarian friendly, and they definitely…read morehad a nice selection of options. Finding a spot to sit, was kind of a challenge and ended up being a little chaotic. We started inside, then went to the back where there was no seating, and then ended up in the front porch, where we did find that the two booths were able to accommodate our group. Service was friendly and attentive. Also, ordering was pretty simple in state forward, even though our group had eight people in it spoke between two booths. I chose the chips and salsa with the goat cheese queso as an appetizer, and then also got the fried tofu sandwich for the main meal. They also allowed a couple of my adult friends to order off the kids menu, which was very much appreciated. The salsa was very heavily dominated with tomato flavor and had some spice to it. I think I would describe it more as a chutney than a salsa. The goat cheese queso was pretty light on the goat cheese, and was a lot closer to just regular queso. The fries with my meal were okay and the fried tofu sandwich was okay too. Not a ton of standout flavors. I also got the seafoam cocktail. The presentation was cute and it was definitely a pretty drink. I would've expected it to be just a little stronger given the price. But, I was delighted by how it actually did look like seafoam on top. So that was a win. I'd say jury is out on this one. One of my friends got the halibut and really loved it. Another friend got the kids meal quesadillas and the cheese had already gone pretty cold by the time she got it. So, mixed bag!

Lake Park Steakhouse delivered on every level--food, service(Marcie was amazing), and…read moreatmosphere--but more importantly, they provided the right setting for a meaningful night. Nothing felt rushed, nothing felt careless, and everything felt intentional. The staff's quiet professionalism allowed the evening to unfold naturally, which mattered deeply to all of us. This was the kind of place Bill would have been proud of--a place worthy of gathering with friends, sharing stories, and honoring a life well lived. We couldn't have chosen a better setting to remember him, and we will carry this night with us. Lake Park Steakhouse is more than a good meal. It's a place that understands hospitality in the fullest sense of the word.

Very small and personable. Meal cooked to perfection. The staff is energetic. We were treated like…read moreroyalty.

LOVE THIS PLACE! Always great food , great gluten free…read moreoptions. Great friendly service , everytime ! Get the smoked wings !! The best !!! Love the cocktails too !

Ok, we are still new to the area. So our goal is to try new locations. Today was Sunny Daze…read moreSmokehouse. It was still chilly and windy. But still sat outside upstairs. It was slow, but the bartender came right over and was awesome. Good local beers The food We ordered the shrimp po boy, fried pickles, smoked wings. Let me tell you, we were very happy with the quality and flavor of the dishes. Ok, yes simple dishes, but that Po Boy was crazy good. The fried pickles were thick cut and were killing it. The wings, just smoked enough and pulled off the bone so easy. The hush puppies were so good. Maybe even a dessert dish. We will be back!!!

Go to on the island for Tex-Mex or anywhere in the surrounding area. After expanding they have a…read morelot more seating and bar stools - along with our favorite seats with a view of the Lake Park BLVD action. In season it's like dinner with a show! Food is really good with large portions and reasonable prices. Service is always great as well.

We moved from out of state and decided to try it out. Sadly, I was very disappointed. Cheese on…read morethe chili relleno tasted like fake American cheese slices and the green chili had no flavor. Service was a bit mediocre. I had asked for a la carte tacos initially and was told "they don't do that." This place has such great potential in a great location but food was not appealing at all.

Came here on a Tuesday night when they were having $10 fajita and $3 beers night. The atmosphere…read morewas really upbeat and fun. The staff were nice and our waitress was quick with drinks and food orders. There was free chips and salsa at the table, there was a fajita and beer night on Tuesday going on, my friends got shrimp fajitas and I got the large chicken enchiladas for $17, there were two enchiladas that were pretty big and I was filled with one. The enchilada was good, wish it had more cheese and sauce, a lot of chicken in it. Pretty solid Mexican place in Carolina Beach

The chips and salsa are good and the music is good the rest not so much. I've been here multiple…read moretimes I keep trying to give it another shot but meh

Ordered dinner to eat in. 15 minutes later they said it would be another 15 minutes for chickens…read moresupremrs to cook. Only 1 employee behind counter bit 3 more appeared. Must have been on break. Never going back. Terrible service.

The restaurant smelled like the bathroom down the hall with a hint of greasy chicken. The floor was…read moreslick with grease. There was a lovely view of a garbage can full of fried chicken while waiting for my order. Got an eight-piece and took it home. The chicken must've been a baby. One particular wing had no meat on it: just a few tendons and a couple of bones cooked to a dark brown. The chicken, all but the two breasts, was overcooked. I lived on a farm. These aren't meat chickens, more like bantams.

Love to go for chicken wing Thursdays. The wings are delicious and the people are really, really…read morenice!

As a military veteran it's always great to have a place to visit and meet fellow veterans from all…read moregenerations. I found this American Legion when I used to travel from Ohio to Carolina Beach and found it to be a great place to stop and visit. Everyone was always friendly and welcoming each time we visited. They had the best beer prices in town and great food Monday-Friday. I was very excited when we moved to the CB area full time. This is a place my wife and kids visit regularly now. If you're a veteran or a son of a veteran and haven't joined, I highly recommend you take advantage of this hidden gem. I'm attaching the current food menu. Monday- Burgers w/fries or Onion rings Tuesday-Taco Tuesday or Taco bowls Wednesday-Chefs Choice Thursday- Wing night (Best in the area) Friday-Fish Fry If you're visiting the area please stop by for a visit and join the American Legion. It will be the best money you spend and you will be supporting a great cause.

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.

Great pizza service was great mussels was top notch always very friendly staff my family always…read moreloved to go there

Ate dinner here last night while on vacation in CB. Worst meal we had all week. The garlic knots…read morefelt like they were cooked the day before, couldn't even rip pieces off of it and was so tough to chew. Baked ziti barely had any cheese on top. The penne à la vodka was drenched in watery vodka sauce. Service was fine but he seemed like he wanted to be anywhere else. The window had about 15 dead flies and 5 alive ones which shows they don't clean often. Wouldn't recommend this to my enemy.

If you're looking for a relaxed, welcoming place in Carolina Beach, we had a terrific experience at…read moreThe Spot Bar & Kitchen. We arrived around 4:30 and beat the dinner rush, which gave us a beautiful evening outside. From the moment we sat down, it felt less like going to a restaurant and more like coming home after a long day at the beach. Our servers, Abigail and Allie, were both wonderful--friendly, attentive, and made us feel genuinely welcome. Service like that is getting harder to find these days, and they deserve a lot of credit. We started with the fried okra, and there were barely any left by the time I thought to take a picture. Crisp, hot, and some of the best we've had. The Black and Red wings were excellent too--full of flavor with just the right amount of kick. The fries were seasoned and cooked just right. The outside seating has a great atmosphere, and even the little details stood out. The place was clean, including the restroom, and seeing their 97.5 sanitation score posted proudly gave us even more confidence. They even had a Venus flytrap outside--only in Carolina Beach can a restaurant have its own bug patrol on duty. Great food, great service, great atmosphere. We'll definitely be back.

Setting a new precedent! They charge $1.50 for a cup of water. No it's not sparkling. No, not…read morebottled. It is RO water. Ok so you have a restaurant at the beach and have to filter your water. I'd think your menu prices would cover that. First time in my life I've ordered tap water and had to pay $1.50 each water. The Spot, bad way to handle your costs. These are built in costs that you need to absorb elsewhere. Charging 1.50 costs you much more than you think! Disappointed.