Update - my dish was delicious! The flavors of the Soft shell crab over grits w crawfish were so…read morefull of depth and I loved the creativity of the dish. My husband got the island bowl which he liked. Peanut butter pie was the crowd winner out of it, turtle cheesecake and brownie. The skinny margarita wasn't the best- better get a glass of wine over a cocktail. Service was great especially considering we had 5 kiddos -

Absolutely disgusting food. We all ordered the fried seafood baskets and I truly have never had…read moreworst fried seafood. We had to send the shrimp back and the new order of shrimp was less overcooked but the shrimp itself was still extremely rubbery. The fried haddock was dry. These baskets were $32 each... I've had better seafood for $16. We also ordered oysters and they were served with just crackers, normally it comes with the sauces but we had to ask for it. For the price of what a membership costs this is embarrassing!

Noah was a great server. Good recommendations, service, and attentiveness. The food was great. We…read morehad 8 meals: grouper, steak frites, filet mignon, and the Waygu burger. Everyone was happy with their meals. Sides were great. Wine service was also excellent. Great views of the golf course.

Outstanding dinner! This was one of the best service and dinner we've ever had!! The steak was…read moreperfectly cooked, and the server Noah was superior!

Aye a very good wrap with chicken, lettuce, bbq sauce, and tortilla chips. It was fresh and tasty!…read moreI also got a scone, which was heated. It was a bit dry and the frosting was good but sticky! They have a small staff, so if you're waiting for the ferry, realize they might be busy. Nice staff and good experience!

The grilled cheese on rye was very good. I was disappointed…read morethat they had Fox News playing on the television. Would have preferred a more neutral station. I was offended by what was playing on the tv.

Not so sure why this place is called American Fish Company. From what I remember this is an outdoor…read morewaterfront bar with live music. I don't remember any food at the venue either...just drinks. I think this was some sort of cannery or small fishing port and the name just stuck throughout the years. They describe themselves as "SOUTHPORT'S BEST WATERFRONT PUB" - https://americanfishco.com/ Cool place to chill, and enjoy the scenery. Not a lot of seats or shade available during the hot summer months. Still, it's a nice place to grab a drink or two and enjoy some live music. The casual ambiance and the waterfront views are very nice as well. The sweltering Southern Summer heat can be a bit of an issue.

I've been a patron of American Fish for 14 years and the service my family and I received last week…read morewas a disgrace. The bartender Ben was completely rude. He spoke profanity as he was behind the bar making drinks. I've never seen that from anyone at American Fish...not sure what was going on but that was totally unacceptable and unprofessional.

I'm not sure why this doesn't have a better rating. The food was amazing and fresh. Our waitress…read morewas sweet and attentive. It was a little loud and there was a wait but that's to be expected for a restaurant on the water. If we make it back to oak island we will definitely be coming back! I wish we got pictures of our food but we were too hungry and dug right in.

Great beach setting and views. Waiter was outstanding!…read more Had the crab hush puppies for an appetizer and they were outstanding. Chicken tacos I would give a solid B. Wife had coconut shrimp another solid B. The price for the 2 of us was 150 bucks. Tad over priced for a beach place

First, I'd like to give a special shoutout to our waitress. She truly made the dining experience…read morememorable. She was funny, a little sassy, and had a great personality that made us feel right at home. Be prepared for a crowd! We visited on a Sunday evening and the restaurant was very busy and quite loud. We had about a 20-minute wait at 5:00 PM, so I can only imagine how packed it gets around 6:00 or 7:00 PM. For dinner, I ordered the flounder platter with Gouda potatoes and sweet plantains. Everything was excellent--5/5. The Gouda potatoes were especially delicious, and the flounder was perfectly crispy without being greasy. My son ordered the crab boil special and cleaned his plate, which says it all. My boyfriend had the fried oyster po' boy, and it was very good as well. Even my little guy ordered the adult portion of fried shrimp and finished every last shrimp and fry. Overall, the prices were reasonable, the service was outstanding, and the food was delicious. We'd definitely come back again!

We have dined at Shagger Jacks several times-- the vibe is chill and laid back, love the outside…read moreseating tucked away behind all the plants, very much a relaxed & easy going beach bum place to eat. But we have definitely learned the food can be hit or miss. We love to get the fried shrimp and peel and eat to share. The peel and eat may be great once, but hard to peel and overcooked another. Same with the fried shrimp-- once was perfectly cooked and crispy, the next two times was soggy. The fries are always tough like they've been cooked a while and sat, rather than fresh. We have also tried the island poke bowl & grilled shrimp stick. Those were good! We usually sit at the bar and have had Lilly, who is always very nice! Last night we had Owen, and he took great care of our party of 4! Overall we enjoy going and supporting local when we crawl off the beach late and need a quick bite to eat!

Right by the water in Southport with outdoor patio seating. It's great on a sunny day…read more I ordered a Key West lemonade; it hit the spot on a hot, humid day. The food was delicious; I had shrimp tacos with coleslaw. Mmm! Our waitress was very friendly and very efficient. Parking is located across the street. Thanks for a great lunch!

the Red Oak double battered fried cod sandwich was absolutely fantastic…read more I highly recommend it

Hands down best food we had our trip! The biscuits…read more.. GUYSSSS! Hot, buttery... soft. It's a MUST! Also my ribs were fantastic! The grits and mashed potatoes were wonderful supporting characters! Would definitely go back! Oh and hush puppies with honey butter for every table!! Love it! Ohhhh! And we got pork belly and then put it in the biscuit... DELICIOUS

The best thing about the Frying Pan? Definitely the view. Being able to watch the boats, the birds…read moreand Bald Head Island in the distance is really nice. The food? Good, not amazing but better than average. The service? Pleasant but slow. We visited for a late lunch and while they weren't crowded, our server just disappeared after our plates came out and we eventually had to flag someone else down to get our check. Worth checking out for the view.

Took the Fort Fisher ferry over to Southport for the day, and we stopped in for an early lunch…read more They were not busy yet, which was our plan. Eat first, then do all our walking. We were greeted by very friendly staff that seated us in a back corner. No foot traffic over there. Server came by for drink orders and we had some time to look over the large menu. It is your typical diner food. Big portions and all fresh made. We tried the Henny Penny sandwich with side of fries and the Reuben with side of fries. Chicken was cooked perfectly on this wonderful roll. Looked delicious. The Reuben meat was chopped and mixed with the sauce and sauerkraut. Very easy to eat this way. And I love the marble rye bread. Not sure where they get their bread but both sandwiches were amazing. Fries were hot and crispy too. This is a great spot right in the middle of Southport. When we finished and left, almost every table was full, even outside tables. There are only about 8 tables inside, so when they are busy, I'm sure there is a wait. We will definitely return when in Southport. Give this little place a try. Great food and service right in the heart of Southport. 5 stars

Service: Fast service and waiter was quick on his feet…read more Food: Blue cheese burger had good toppings and the flavor was great Pork rinds were a unique addition. We sat outside and if the wait had been less I would have sat inside since the flies joined our table as soon as the food came out. Fun to sit outside though, just to feel some of the vibe as people milled about. Price was high for a burger in any normal environment, but you're paying beach prices.

Hands-down, this is the best restaurant in Oak Island! We accidentally chose to come to this…read morerestaurant after searching for a while and we were so happy that we chose it! It was not necessarily the biggest place, but it's perfect for a group of eight or less to get dinner together! You really get to feel like you're at home! All of the meals are literally 10 out of 10!! We all took bites off of each other's entrées and every single one was literally 10 out of 10! The staff are all super friendly and feel like a big family that you get to be a part of when you're there! It was really nice being able to see the chef come out to personally bring the dessert for our friend's birthday! He even came out a second time to make sure we really liked it! 10/10 experience here! We are already planning our next time to eat here! Don't miss out on the best restaurant in OI!

Everything about this place was perfection. Sorry I found it so late in the trip. The service was…read moreimpeccable. Ellis did everything just right. It was a true joy. Sorry I didn't take photos. Run here, don't walk. The Greek wrap with grilled chicken must be tried.