After getting burgers here 8 or 9 times last summer I was counting the days until they opened this…read moreseason. My wife and I went last week and the disappointment could not be overstated. I REALLY hope this was a one off but I am worried it was not. What changed? The ground beef. Not sure if they got a different supplier or they are trying to cut costs but neither scenario is good because the meat is horrible. I will try it one more time to be sure but IF this is the new norm- I will not be back, like ever. If it's a cost savings plan- this never works. You end up alienating your core customer base to save a few pennies. It's not like this place is cheap. I'm paying a decent price but I expect a decent burger. Please Island Delights- don't do us like that.

Closed for the season? That's what the sign says. Shop owners need to update their website and Yelp…read morelistings. Very disappointed! 10/10/24

I stopped by here with my mom earlier this afternoon after we hiked over from our lunch at a…read morelocation a few blocks away. I had looked up the business and reviews before we came and was lured in by the flavor list and great feedback. I'd give this place 5 stars if they actually let customers sample the ice cream before you purchase the scoops/cups/cones. This is the first place I've encountered that doesn't allow you to try samples, and it might be that they used to allow it but because people abused the system they quit doing it. Either way, it's a frustrating result. My ice cream was great and the employee was nice, but if samples were allowed and if there was any indoor seating so you could enjoy the AC I'd have given 5 stars without a second thought.

My friend was looking on social media and came upon locals talking about a hidden gem. They weren't…read morekidding! The icecreal is amazing! We got caught in the rain so when we walked in we were cold. I got an Americana which they make with 2 Espresso shots. It was strong and fabulous. Then I got 2 scoops of icecream because I couldn't decide... Fat Elvis and Exhausted Parent. This icecream is so freaking creamy and you can taste all the ingredients if says is in the flavor. Best icecream I've had in a while. They also.have a little shop with a few Turkish lamps and lots of things with the evil eye on it. I learned today it translates to evil wye, but it wards off evil. Learned something new! The folks in there were great. Friendly and super helpful. Definitely willbe back!

Cookie Ice Cream Sandwich (5/5): I always love a cookie ice cream sandwich. Nice, soft chocolate…read morechip cookies with a choice of vanilla or chocolate ice cream. I wish I could've picked an ice cream flavor though. Tummy Trembler (4/5): Fun to do once. Six scoops of ice cream on a banana split and surrounded by eight donuts (they ran out and had to substitute brownies). Topped with sprinkles, Oreo, hot fudge, marshmallow, and caramel. *I just need to get their regular ice cream next time. RATING SYSTEM 5 - Great (Need to get this again) 4 - Good (Would get this again) 3 - Ok (Might give this another shot) 2 - Not Good (Won't get this again) 1 - Bad (Telling people to avoid this)

Celtic creamery hands down the best ice cream place in Surf City! The staff are all super friendly,…read morewhen you walk in you're immediately greeted and you can sample any flavor you want. Nice space for families to sit inside and there is a bench outside. They do have a refrigerator stocked with their flavors. Family of four ordered one scoop of chocolate (dish), cookies and cream in a waffle cone, From the Sea and Bee, and Birthday Cake with caramel. Everyone loved their scoop! Ice cream was delicious, not overly sweet, and the perfect scoop size for everyone. My oldest kept asking if we can go back to Celtic for ice cream - so when he asks multiple times, we know it's good! We ended up going a second time and this time I got From the Sea and Bee - blown away! My favorite scope at Celtic! We will most likely visit again before we leave. Highly recommend this place to satisfy your ice cream sweet tooth!

Had breakfast there for the past 2 mornings, as it was right across from our beach rental cottage…read more The inside was cute beachy decor. The coffees were awesome, we had the Almond Joy, Matcha, Nutty Irishman, and Vanilla Latte. Also a chocolate croissant and breakfast sandwich. EVERYTHING was delicious!

Came here needing a breakfast pick me up and got a breakfast sandwich that was SOOO good!! I didn't…read moreget the chance to try their coffee but I definitely will next time I'm in the area.

They had several yummy flavors of ice cream that they will let u taste- don't take it for granite…read morebecause a place down the street said we couldn't taste flavors. The cone was fresh and the icecream was creammmmy goodness. The store was clean and service was fast. I can't always find Superman - but it was in the house! The brown sugar bourbon was very good!

Ice cream is highly processed with whatever they use for flavoring its sugar content is pretty high…read more I'm not sure it's real milk cream more like a sort of ice dessert style There's lots of random small trinket store items going on but I would go somewhere else if you are looking for real ice cream

Wide selection of ice-cream options (toppings $.50 charge, vessels (cup, cones, etc.) from Hershey…read more They had 4 options for dairy free & 4 of sugar free (that's really good for me when watching my sugar & lactose intake. They had a mini arcade games (air hockey, prizes) & big screen projecting classic movies (Home Alone for Memorial weekend. They have good selection of kids stuff & typically beach clothing gear (was clearanced to $1-$5 for the season. Picked up 2 sweatshirts & a few kids items all for $23. Service was a little slow since it was 9:30 at night. The young man was't happy to anybody. The lady was on his case when a low occurred (trash, wipe tables, etc.) & maybe the reason for his attitude. Overall a good stop if you're in the area.

What a hidden treasure for delicious, well-priced ice cream!!! Last night was our first trip to try…read morea new place-- and we are returning again tonight! Fun place for the kids to hang and and watch a movie on the big screen while standing in line ordering! Plus cool bay front outside seating and ample parking. The staff were very friendly and quick with service! Highlight of our family beach vacation!

Hot dogs are a popular beach food in Surf City and Hot Diggity Dogz is the place to go. The…read morecolorful hot dog stand is just across the street from the beach. They must have limited off season hours because the first time we stopped by they were closed. But last Friday, we were able to try several of their popular dogs. The menu is vast and they serve burgers and other food besides dogs. I had the famous Carolina dog that had chili sauce and Cole slaw. I'm not sure I'll ever get used to slaw on a dog, but it was good. My husband had the Beach Dog which was immense and messy. He loved it. The Beach dog was a delicious blend of chili, slaw, onions and mustard. Service was friendly and quick. We ate at the tables in front of the stand which were clean! There is parking that is free off season, but I'm not sure about high season.

Quick question: shouldn't a hot dog be actually hot? Visited…read morethis past week, both hot dogs were cold! What's the point?

Surf City holds a special place in my heart thanks to childhood nostalgia, the site of many a…read morefamily vacation filled with wonderful memories. The original pier and Barnacle Bills were lost to a hurricane, and it's much more developed than it was when I was a kid, but the soul remains.

This is our second day at the beach which let's start positive we have loved! Great food, nice…read morepeople! Saturday when we parked on our first day we paid the public parking price that we honestly though was a steal. Then, a older couple who told us they worked for the pier came to our car from their white van sitting in front of the pier and said "if you are fishing at the pier and buying a pass you could have parked for free in our parking". We thanked the woman who was very nice and said thank you for letting us know, no big deal, will remember tomorrow. Fast forward to Sunday, same older couple same white van Woman comes to the truck says are you fishing here? My husband says yes, goes in purchases the pier pass, she gave us the parking pass day two she's still kind and professional. Not 2 mins after she walks away the older male comes over says you can't park here if you aren't fishing. I explain my husband is fishing (he has a separate fishing cart than my beach cart) however being the gentleman my husband is and knowing we have a teenager who has a disability he states I'm going to help her get the cart down to the beach. This man gives us attitude but my husband helps and takes his fishing cart straight to the pier. Fast forward, my husband spends all day at the pier but time to pack his family up and go. Puts his cart up in the truck comes to help me and the same older man says you have to pay for parking if you aren't on the pier? My husband said we are leaving I'm just helping my wife... doesn't matter if you aren't on the pier. So my husband being the nice person he is went and paid for public parking for an hour to help me drag the cart from the beach which took an entire 5 mins. So if you are smart go ahead and pay for that parking which honestly is cheap anyways and enjoy your day. I write all of this because I work in hospitality and this man was as nice as a hemorrhoid. Stop chasing people down literally before they get out of the car to tell them they shouldn't have paid parking only to harass them the 5 mins it takes for them to help their family get the cart from the beach. Again, the public day parking is a steal compared to big cities. This man is not who needs to be in the parking lot.

The fudge was actually so gross I wish I read the reviews. Yogurt peanuts were mislabeled- it was…read moreraisins! Awful. Candy was good though.

I purchased a keychain that was clearly marked as $5.99, but after paying, I noticed it rang up as…read morea plush monkey for $16.99. When I brought it to the attention of the employees, they told me they couldn't issue refunds and had to contact the owners. Eventually, the owners did return and gave me a refund, which I appreciated. However, based on other similar reviews, it seems overcharging may be a recurring issue here. Buyer beware--double-check your receipt before leaving the store.

Great ice cream although I like it a bit firmer. Great flavors, free tastes, friendly workers…read more They could use some work on decor but that's not really why you're there. There is also some outdoor seating on the side.

I'm not being hyperbolic at all when I say this was a life-changing experience. I'll never think…read moreabout ice cream again in the same way. Scoops is hands-down the BEST ice cream I have ever had anywhere. Period. We went every single night of our trip and got a flight and just four of us destroyed it together. The watermelon Italian ice, raspberry sorbet, and chocolate were my family's favorites. I personally loved the moonbeam (basically ube s'mores) and peanut butter cup.