Every year, our family vacations near Myrtle Beach, and one tradition we never miss is making the trip to Sugar Shack. Their jerk chicken is hands-down the best we've ever had, and it's something we look forward to all year long. Beyond the incredible food, we love the atmosphere and the wonderful people who make every visit feel special. Our kids have even started their own tradition of picking up a new Sugar Shack souvenir shirt each year, and they look forward to it just as much as the food! If you're anywhere near Ocean Isle Beach, NC, or Myrtle Beach, SC, and haven't tried the jerk chicken at Sugar Shack, you're missing out. It's become a must-visit stop for our family every single year, and we can't recommend it enough! read more

We love Sugar Shack and make it our go to restaurant everytime we go to Ocean Isle Beach. We were just there and the food was great, but we ordered crab bites and inside of one of them was a piece of plastic. We let the waiter know so if it happened again then they may have a problem. He went and spoke to one of the owners and they had a little meeting about it. That was it, we never got an apology or any acknowledgment about this and I wouldn't touch them after that. We were shocked at their lack of concern or professionalism. The food was great, problem with management. read more

Always delicious and consistent. Friendly and very family oriented. We have been going here for years

We always love The Sugar Shack! The ribs fall off the bone! Service is fast and friendly! The atmosphere is fun and inviting! Definitely one of our go-to's each trip! Of course the complimentary Johnny bread is always delicious! I wish they would sell it on the appetizer menu! read more

See all

We have eaten at Sugar Sugar Shack many times, however we brought guests who were new to the Shack and just loved their meals. Service was great and as usual the ginger cake was yummy. Always a great time and great food. read more

I've been going to this establishment for close to 30 years and have never had anything less than a stellar experience each time. The only drawback is that I always have to loosen my belt after the meal. If you're in the OIB area please don't miss an opportunity to eat there. The chicken. ribs and steak is fall off the bone delicious. Trust me you will be glad you ate there. read more

A must go when visiting the area. I have been there for the last 5 years. That steak is to die for.

Went in late on a Friday 8pm for a 9pm close It was busy so the service was a little slow but we weren't in a rush. Our first time eating Jamaican food. We weren't a little nervous, we ordered ribs and plantains and coconut shrimp to share. The ribs were fall off the bone tender and the sauce on the side in a large pour bottle on the table was amazing and very different than expected. The plantains were delicious my GF is of Puerto Rican discent loved them said good plantains are hard to find. The coconut shrimp was perfectly cooked and crunch the sauce was very nice. One key thing here THE FOOD IS NOT SPICY AT ALL. !!! That was our fear it's flavorful not spicy the owner said his mother couldn't handle spice and the recipes are done with that in mind. read more

Sugar Shack - Babyback Ribs Fried Plantains Island Coconut Shrimp - Caribbean Near Me - Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina

Such a cute place. The food was so flavorful and delicious. The service was excellent! Our waitress Sally was amazing. She's the type that brightens a room. We will definitely be going back to the Sugar Shack. Highly recommend it. read more

Haven't been to sugar shack in 12 years and no clue why it took so long to go back! We started out with the sample platter. Everyone was delicious as was the complimentary Johnny bread. We dug in so fast, I didn't get pics of our entrees! Between the 4 of us we had the ribs, the marinated steak, the curry chicken and the jerk chicken. All was so good and plenty of food! Staff was kind and attentive. The inside is simple but clean and inviting. We will be back this fall! read more

Sugar Shack - Jamaican Sampler - Caribbean Near Me - Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina

See all

The ribs & chicken are amazing! Fall off the bone, perfect seasoning. The steak is incredible too! Highly Recommend!

Incredible atmosphere! Incredible hostess the food was out of this world. We always eat here when we take a golf trip. The food is so good. I'm making a special trip back with my wife and some friends to enjoy this incredible food. read more

Food is very authentic and flavorful but not hot! I have been here three times and never disappointed! read more

The chicken wings & crab fritters were absolutely amazing. The ribs are fall off the bone. Service is great, but get there early cuz it gets busy. It's a nice little jerk shack. 5 Star. read more

The service was great and the door was outstanding!! I got the jerk chicken with curried rice and the hubby got the ribs with red beans and rice! All amazing! Will definitely be going back!! read more

My family had takeout prepared for a 70th birthday celebration. We usually go there once a summer but we had such a big group this is what we did. Literally, fall off the bone ribs, chicken wings grilled in a special marinade. Perfection! They gave us special sauces in ramekins. We can't figure out the recipe but you could definitely drink it by itself. read more

Sugar Shack is my favorite place to eat at Ocean Isle Beach. We only come once a year for our summer vacation, but I even have a favorite server who has been there year after year. In fact, I recognize a lot of the staff each year. I don't know what I do if I couldn't get, my annual fix at the Sugar shack. I hope they continue to run their amazing restaurant for many many years to come so that we can keep enjoying their fantastic menu. read more

See all

Coconut Shrimp - the best. Grouper - also the best! Servers and staff - welcoming, friendly, helpful. Comfortable atmosphere. Loved it all. read more

The food is amazing!! Love the Jerk chicken and the coconut shrimp! The atmosphere is fun! Highly recommend!

One of my favorites! Everything is delicious and great service. Coconut shrimp and crab fritters...oh my!! Always look forward to going back. read more

Sugar Shack has never disappointed. Great lady that owns the resturant, and staff is always helpful and friendly. Visit as often as possible. Great atmosphere with fantastic food! read more

Awesome, delicious meal and excellent service. Great flavor but not overly spicy. Big on taste and very reasonable for bear the beach.

Best ever. I found this place 10 years ago. EVERYTHING on this menu is great. I make them a pit stop when I am in town. I started doing takeout as well. read more

Possibly the best food in ocean isle! We order the Jamaican sampler, ribs, and coconut shrimp and all I have to say is YUM! We are already planning on when we're coming back during our vacation. read more

*Tourist Review* This place is such a lovely and understated establishment. This is my second time and it's consistent in service and food quality. Food: The ribs and steak are truly their special dishes. Although their other dishes are delicious, these two entrees have that extra pizazz. I got the ribs for a second time and they were both amazing and tender both separate times. We tried some other dishes such as curried goat and brown stew chicken and they were tender and flavorful. Also, their appetizer wings are a must! Service: Servers were great from the host to our personal waiter. No complaints here. Environment: The dining area is cozy. It isn't a huge restaurant but is composed of booths and tables. I would recommend a reservation as we observed a wait outside and the restaurant becoming very occupied shortly after opening. There is an outdoor waiting area where you may sit as you wait for your table. I recommend reserving and coming here for a warm hearty meal. read more

See all

Great ribs! Good for takeout it eating in. It's one of my go to spots when visiting OIB.

The food is always great. It nice to be able to enjoy something different. Good service. We always enjoy the sugar shack!

Food was outstanding as always. Brought 3 friends were never there before and they are still raving about it. read more

Amazing food and service. Everything is so delicious it's hard to decide what to eat!! We go every year when we're visiting OIB! read more

Great food, hot and seasoned!! The plantains were commercial, which mean I had them at other restaurants like Alpaca in Raleigh NC. They were hot and good though. The portion size is adequate and pricing is in line with the area. Total dish was $30. read more

Sugar Shack - Caribbean Near Me - Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina

Came to this area on vacation 15 years ago and been back every year since. We tried the Sugar Shack our first year and eat here at least once every visit. Great menu and really great food. I highly recommend the steak. Always cooked perfectly and the flavor is on point t! Grab the bottle of jerk sauce from the table and go to town. Never had anything but a great meal here! read more

First time there. Atmosphere is great. The ribs were delicious and the recommended mango wine was interesting, though overly sweet. The service was more than excellent. I felt the menu was a little pricey, but you did get value for your money. read more

We came in on a Friday night at 6:30. The server had an odd attitude really. He told us they were out of snapper, steak, grilled chicken, and shrimp. The only things left on the menu were jerk chicken and pork, ribs, and a chicken stew. I had a hamburger that was completely underwhelming. Large burger on a plain bun with a piece of lettuce, no fixings. The fried plantain was good. Our friends enjoyed the ribs and my husband enjoyed the stew. But nothing I had planned to order was available. Just odd to be out of a majority of the menu. No one seemed to care about that, and the hostess made a wierd comment about the fact that I asked to be seated in a quieter area so we could hear each other talk. Won't be back. read more

The ribs are the best anywhere. But I did notice they don't serve the delicious corn bread anymore. They have also eliminated the half ribs/ half shrimp. But the food is always good. Just like anywhere else, less food, kire money! read more

Each year while at the beach we make sure we stop here for at least 1 meal. The food does not disappoint! The best steak and rice you'll ever have! The jerk sauce is so good too, we always buy a bottle to take home. The service is always great, fast and polite. They love telling the story over how the restaurant got started. It can be a little crowded and loud at times but trust me, the food makes it worth it! See you next year Sugar Shack! read more

Sugar Shack - Grilled steak and curried rice. - Caribbean Near Me - Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina

This eating establishment is superior. Please don't plan to visit Sugar Shack unless you are starving and love the feeling of satisfaction you get when you've just experienced a celestial out of body eating occasion. There's absolutely nothing on the menu that you won't enjoy! The entire staff makes you feel warm and cared for read more

Food was great. Service was wonderful. Kids enjoyed the chx tendies. Make reservations to avoid wait times.

Never sure why we come here every Thursday on beach week Incredibly noisy - can't hear people on s table with more than two people Really nice servers But food takes forever Feel like recipients of a production line read more

Do not go here! First we arrived with 22 people instead of our reservation of 25. We tried to call to let them know we had less people, but they did not open until five.The hostess was very rude and said they turned away people to seat our party. Did I mention we had to put down a deposit for the reservation? Honestly should've just left then. Then they had no chicken tenders for my son. They also serve no liquor. My other son was super excited to try their steak and we were the first party in the restaurant. After two people ordered steak they said they were out. We also wanted bread and they told us they were running low and could not give us any more. Honestly, I have been to countless restaurants in my life, and this was by far the worst experience I've ever had. Everyone was just super rude especially the hostess. I talked to the owner about the disappointment with the chicken tenders and steak. She understood it was disappointing. The hostess exclaimed later that I needed to go. I have never posted on yelp. This is my first time. That is how terrible it was. Again do not go! read more

Wonderful as always! The steak was delicious, the ribs where delectable, and the server was a hoot! We laughed, we cried, it was better then cats (we didn't really cry) read more