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    5.0 (1 review)

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    Patio's Tiki Bar & Grill

    Patio's Tiki Bar & Grill

    4.2(195 reviews)
    11.5 mi
    $$

    The good news is that they attract good bands, have lovely outside seating and consistently good…read morefood. Unfortunately, it's badly managed. You have to watch what you are charged for. Management blames the computer system as if they don't have any control. Here's an example from last night: We had a $10 gift certificate. We were told to present it once we received our check. Our entire bill, including all food, drinks, taxes and charge for using a credit card totaled $67.02. I gave our waitress the gift certificate ($10) and our credit card. Our credit card was charged $58.73. I immediately spoke with the manager. She said that's the way the computer system works, but that she would give me the $1.50 out of her own tips. Of course, I didn't take her tip money, but this sort of story is typical of this establishment. Our group visits this restaurant on a regular basis and this is the same sort of story over and over again. They overcharge often enough to make one wonder, but they've got a good location and great kitchen staff, so everyone tends not sweat the small amounts of money they "steal" from their customers. The management is either incompetent or downright unethical--don't know which. If you can deal with that aspect, the rest of the experience there is good.

    Great music but came for the sushi. Adam treated us right. Best sushi and ramen I've had - in the…read moremost unsuspecting place.

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    Patio's Tiki Bar & Grill - Indoor bar area.

    Indoor bar area.

    Patio's Tiki Bar & Grill - I wasn't a fan of the slaw. Too much mayo.

    I wasn't a fan of the slaw. Too much mayo.

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    Ocean Grill and Tiki Bar - Shrimp Calabash and Fish Tacos

    Ocean Grill and Tiki Bar

    3.7(488 reviews)
    30.7 mi
    $$

    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.

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    Ocean Grill and Tiki Bar - Bagel with cream cheese, side of fruit, coffee

    Bagel with cream cheese, side of fruit, coffee

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    Thirsty Tiki - tikibars - Updated June 2026

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