Make this a priority on your list of places to dine while in this area. Just superb. They do have…read moretheir own little parking area too so don't have to pay. They have a terrific waiting area as they are busy! They have a front bar and a back bar, as well as tables. We grabbed two seats at the back bar. Holly was our main server and she was a delight. Super friendly and attentive. She for sure added to the down home vibe that this place has. We ordered a margarita and another drink that was similar to a Manhattan. Both were great. Also grabbed a sangria that was good as well. Started with the chicken satay and it was great. Highly recommend this. Comes with 4 and the slaw and sauce were amazing. Ordered the seafood paella which was delicious and the burger. The portions are generous! Let me tell you that burger was one of the best burgers I have ever had. The bun - it was like a cloud. Maybe it was steamed? It wasn't heavy and it didn't take over the main star which were the two delicious patties with some fantastic cheese and then had caramelized onions with red peppers. This came with fries as well. Do not leave without getting this burger. It will ruin all other burgers you have ever had or will have. This is a no brainer! Get here.

Soul Flavor never disappoints!!! All four of us were extremely pleased and happy with what we…read moreordered! it was this Saturday of Memorial Day weekend so we were worried about getting in and how busy it might be in getting served! Our service was quick and efficient! We snuck in right before the rush around 5:45 PM our server Kyra was wonderful! Her timing was excellent and her suggestions were spot on! She was friendly, efficient, and just added to the great experience that all four of us had! My husband and I shared the mahi special and something called Crete Beets ( spelled on the menu beats); both were absolutely delicious! The mahi was prepared perfectly and had a nice light creole sauce which they put on the side for dipping and the crab mac & cheese was delightful with asparagus that was cooked on point; not overdone and not underdone which I know in restaurants is sometimes difficult to do. The crete "beats" was more or less a charcuterie board of roasted purple and gold beats with the most delicious whipped dip and perfectly seasoned and baked pita some of the best I've ever had with olives and cucumbers, and pickled red onions! I can't really describe the dip and apparently it's top-secret because I asked for the recipe! Our friends ordered the beet salad with extra beets; shrimp Tapatio and a bowl of the soup of the day. All were delicous and there was not a crumb or a drop left on their plates while my husband and I were still eating ours! The soup of the day was a potato jalapeño cheddar and it did not disappoint! this seriously is one of the few consistent restaurants on the island! I'm still dreaming about my food this morning!

the biscuits and gravy was very good. Cute lil spot with…read moregreat service. Great family restaurant to walk to if you're staying nearby

Super nice and friendly people work there. It's good and basic and that's what a Granny's kitchen…read moreshould be.

Fantastic experience at Salt Fish last night!! I celebrated my birthday dinner there, and I left…read morefeeling like family! The service was impeccable...met the owner, the chef, and Miranda my server was the best!! Def check them out if you're in the Wilmington area... the food at Carolina beach is hands down the best in the area!! Thank you for making my bday and spring break vacay amazing! My fave was the ahi tuna nachos!!! Love the Asian, Caribbean, tropical beach vibez!

Dinner & service were fantastic! 2 adults & 3 teenage boys- I had the scallops in curry with a…read moreplantains so good and unique. My husband loved his crabcakes and we lived in Maryland for years so that saying something. Two of the boys got the chicken Saigon noodles I took a mom tax and absolutely delicious and our 3rd did the Seoul bowl. We finished dinner with two espresso martinis, sharing the beignets and the rum cake. They had an extensive unique cocktail list. I chose wine for my meal and was pleasantly surprised to see a Vino Verde. Definitely recommend this place for your next vacation.

My husband and I loved this place, we went here 3 times while on our vacation. We tried the grilled…read moreshrimp, the chicken tenders, pancakes, french toast, Mac and cheese, eggs, so many things. Everything was so good. I also have never liked sweet potato fries but my husband got them here and they were SO good that I ate them all. It does take a little bit of time waiting if you make a to go order but it is so worth it and good pricing.

We ordered the mac & cheese bites as an app and it came with 5 small pieces for $7. I actually…read morethought it was a joke. Otherwise, the food was plain disappointing. The fried chicken was fried to a crisp and the green beans had no seasoning. The best thing we had was the hush puppies.

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.

This place was bangin!!! The wings were some of the best I've ever had and the vibe was perfect…read more Everything we ordered was delicious and we had zero complaints. Fun and friendly servers and the food came out super quick! Will definitely return when I am back in this area!

Our first time dining at Michael's Seafood Restaurant. Only our second time to Carolina Beach. The…read morewait wasn't too bad, about 30 - 40 minutes. Once seated though things moved pretty fast. Our waiter Noah T was very attentive, answered our questions and we were off and running. We chose a couple of appetizers; a bowl of Chowder (only because of the raves from fellow Yelpers) and the Athenian Bruschetta. Both were very good but my expectant bubble was burst as it wasn't "the best I have had" as many of the Yelpers had described it. The Athenian Bruschetta though was A-amazing. For Entree I had the stuffed Flounder and Norma had Shrimp and Scallop Scampi. Both were very delicious. Atmosphere was nice, a bit crowded, as you would expect where the food is really good. Tables were tight. Hard to navigate with Norma's wheelchair, but we made it through. Large helpings, took tomorrow's lunch back to the hotel. A definite come back to place.

I've been visiting Carolina Beach for years (since 2013?), and Michael's Seafood has been one of…read morethe restaurants that has seemed to be a constant throughout my years of visits. That said, despite the place seeming to be very popular, I'd never actually visited for a meal - until my most recent visit, that is. I was visiting my grandmother and we finished a nearby game of miniature golf around 4:15pm, so we decided to head over to Michael's for an early dinner (I was going to bed early that night anyway, since I had to drive to Raleigh the next day for my flight out of RDU). She'd been raving about the dressing available at this place (they're known for a champagne vinaigrette, apparently?). I'd been eating light in Carolina Beach (having come from Houston, which made me feel like I was 95% brisket by the time I left), so I was looking forward to the roasted beet salad that she told me was on the menu of this place. We got to the restaurant and were seated right away (perfect timing, honestly, since the place started to fill up not that long after we arrived). I ordered the strawberry lemonade to drink, a cup of the seafood chowder, and the roasted beet salad (minus bleu cheese). It wasn't long before our order arrived at the table. The seafood chowder was decent, though nothing I would particularly order again or think especially notable. The beet salad was the same. I was actually expecting a different texture from the beets... they seemed more mushy than anything, and didn't have that "roasted" flavor I was expecting. The salad dressing that my grandmother had been raving about didn't really hit the mark for me either. It lacked flavor, and almost seemed overly diluted. Ultimately, I'm giving Michael's a 3/5 because our server was attentive and I enjoyed the general vibe of the place. I can understand why it's an easy place to grab a bit on Carolina Beach; that said, would I bother visiting Michael's Seafood again on a follow-up trip to CB? No, there are plenty of other options.

Absolutely amazing service and food. Food came out quick and fresh, would 100% recommended eating…read morehere with friends/family. Server was amazing and made sure our experience was perfect. Outside seating was quite enjoyable aswell.

Convenient location with paid parking. There's outdoor seating (with the big fan thing - super…read morethoughtful for outdoors), indoor seating, and a small bar. We sat at the bar. Immediately greeted by a super friendly bartender who was also waiting tables. From the hostess to the food runner to the waitstaff... all super friendly and very attentive. Ordered raspberry lemon drop martini that was good (super sweet) and a spicy margarita of some sort - so so good. Highly recommend. Also ordered some type of tea drink that was okay. Ordered calamari that was yummy with a delicious Thai sauce. Got the Cobb salad with grilled chicken and the scallops (subbed fries for the rice) that came with a corn/edamame succotash that was great. The food was terrific. Very nice spot! Would come again.

Some places serve great food. Others nourish your soul. Kate's does both…read more From the moment you walk through the door, you're welcomed with genuine smiles and a warmth that makes you feel like family. Here's what makes this place so special: 1. The Food Many of you know how much I travel, and I don't say this lightly, these are the best Eggs Benedict I've ever had. Period!!! I ordered the Crab Benedict, while my wife enjoyed the California Benedict. Every bite was simply outstanding. 2. The People The entire staff is incredibly kind, attentive, and welcoming. Yes, you may wait 25 to 50 minutes for a table, but I can honestly say it's worth every single minute. Great things are worth waiting for. 3. Kate And then there's Kate, the owner. She is truly one of a kind. Her kindness, humility, and positive spirit radiate the moment you meet her. More than anything, her faith is contagious! We spent just a few minutes talking, yet her words left a lasting impact on both of us. As we were leaving, she handed us a small pin that read, "God's Got This." Wow... it was exactly the message we needed at that moment. Please take a moment to read her story in the attached photo. It's inspiring and a beautiful reminder that faith, hope, and love still exist all around us. From now on, every day can be "CB" day for me, because I'll gladly return to Kate's for what I believe is the best breakfast, served with the biggest hearts. Thank you, Kate, for reminding us that sometimes the greatest thing on the menu isn't just the food, it's the love, faith, and kindness that come with it. God Bless you, your family and your amazing team!!! 100% Recommended

I only got pancakes, so I can't speak to the other menu items. But the restaurant has pancake in…read morethe name so it seemed like a must. The sweet potato pancakes were insane. Perhaps some of the best pancakes I've ever had. They had nuts in them and were perfectly spiced. 10/10. Red velvet was good, the cream cheese icing was quite tasty but they weren't anything too special. And the apple pancake was my least favorite; the apple filling on top tasted like it came from a can. Super sweet and didn't taste fresh. But the pancake itself was still good. This place does not take reservations and I was told the line goes out the door in the summer. There was a large line even while we were there in the off season during a storm. So if you want to eat here on a weekend, or the weather is nice, proceed with caution and be prepared to wait (standing outside--there is no seating while you wait).

This little out-of-the-way place gets my vote for the best seafood in Carolina Beach! Everything we…read morehad was fresh, flavorful, and delicious--and the best part was that it wasn't fried. They do have fried options on the menu, but we chose the fresh, lighter choices and were so glad we did. The homemade soups were fantastic. He tried both the lobster bisque and the New England clam chowder, and we also had the spinach salad with poppy seed dressing--absolutely delicious! Then we tried the daily special: a blackened shrimp wrap with a side of garlic mashed potatoes. You could tell the potatoes were homemade, and everything tasted fresh and made with care. I honestly can't say enough good things about this place. I wish we had discovered it years ago! Hands down, one of the best places I've eaten in Carolina Beach in many years. We will definitely be back as soon as possible!

Service was great, friendly and prompt. Food was incredible and came out fast and fresh. We had…read moresome raw oysters and lobster bisque. The catch of the day was blackened swordfish and it was fantastic. My wife had the crab cake sandwich and it was amazing. But the part that I loved the most was my son's fish sticks. I half expected Gorton's for a kid but they came out, fresh fried fish and it was delicious. I ended up eating the rest of what he couldn't finish. This wasn't my first visit but it's been years since I was here. Glad to see it's still going strong. It stays as my top recommendation for folks coming to Carolina Beach

Food was good, service was very attentive on a Saturday night…read more My husband had shrimp over pasta, and I had the Bacon Jam and Gouda burger. Do not skip this, it was outstanding! Sadly, I had chosen this restaurant because of the outdoor waterfront seating, but it was rainy all day on and off, so we sat inside, either a nice window view of the marina. lol g forward to another time when we can sit outside.

I was so excited when I saw a advertisement for their "off season" specials a couple weeks ago cuz…read morethey advertised prime rib on Tuesday for $22!!! So I planned a Tuesday dinner for my friend who loves prime rib cuz it was his birthday. Got there early to ensure a table, ordered drinks, the waitress came over and asked if we were ready order. We had looked at the menu, but all of us were focused on the prime rib and having been there before and finding most menu items lacking, we told her we all wanted the special. She looked concerned, but said she'd have to ask. Came back to the table & gave us the bad news, Prime Rib not on Tuesday, only Thursday. No FB post to correct their error. No warning when being seated by the hostess. Total customer service fail. Too bad. Won't be back there any time soon