14 Best Seafood Restaurants near Indian Beach

“My hubby & I had lunch for the 1st time (2/20/24) from the food truck. Wow!! The folks inside were so nice and the food was….well, DOUBLE WOW!!!!! We had oysters and shrimp and it was enough for 4 people! Beyond generous portions and fresh delicious seafood caught by commercial fisherman.!! A++++++“

“The night we went was bingo night so it was busy and we sat outside. The bang bang shrimp was delicious. We didn't touch the collards and felt bad wasting it. They should offer you more hush puppies instead! Hubby got the shrimp tacos and loved them. I got the filet but it was too charred and crunchy. My side was a baked potato and I added toppings but when the bill came it was an extra $8.50! That means I paid $60 for a steak and potato. We probably won't go back.“

“What an outstanding experience. From the moment we walked in we were greeted so enthusiastically and warmly, and we felt from that moment on that we were the most important customers in the restaurant. The folks who work here must be so carefully selected for their passion for hospitality and it really shines through.The atmosphere is just perfect; quiet, elegant, restful and comfortable. Our server, Gillian, could not have been more hospitable and accommodating. She was beyond patient and never rushed as she explained the extensive cocktail, wine and food menus and her knowledge of all was truly impressive. But above all else, her enthusiasm, attention to detail and ability to appear at just the right moments and, just as importantly, to leave us alone when not needed, was spot-on. Gillian is absolutely a people person, a people pleaser, and loves what she does. We will ask for her every time we return.Prime Bistro has a very creative and inspired cocktail menu full of fun drinks, and a very well thought out wine menu with some very good and comfortably priced selections.The menu is extensive, inspired, and very innovative. There are so many dishes we wish to try on a return visit.We started with a cheese charcuterie board and I have to say, where most restaurants who serve charcuterie boards present boards that are so sparse on feels shy picking for fear of taking too much from their fellow diner(s), this board was bountiful and filled with generous portions of four wonderful cheeses, a fig puree, baguette toast points, macadamia nuts and olives and by the time we had worked it over we feared we would have no appetite left for all the wonderful dishes still to come.We then enjoyed a Beet and Goat Cheese salad (wonderful) and a French Onion Soup--interesting, it had some sort of creative twist that tasted a bit off to me. Not my favorite FOS, probably wouldn't get it again. But, when you experiment with new things and celebrate an innovative chef, some new things will be wonderful discoveries and some might not hit the mark. We still all need to keep experimenting!We then enjoyed a pasta with a pork ragu and a pasta and scallop dish. Again, we found the former a little off for our liking but loved the latter.The pace was relaxed because Gillian observed we wished for that, but we were never, ever left waiting to gain Gillian's attention when we needed it.This is not an inexpensive restaurant, but it is truly a very good value nevertheless.; two cocktails, a modest bottle of wine, a charcuterie board, two appetizers and two entrees set us back $200 plus tip. Had we not ordered so liberally I would think most couples would come in under $200 with drinks. Not a weekly event for many people, but for some a very special occasion and for those of us more fortunate a wonderful tool in the toolbox to put in the rotation of our dining endeavors.We drove about 40 minutes from New Bern for the experience and have no regrets. We will be regulars in spite of the considerable commute, and we only hope Gillian and the rest of the truly wonderful staff will never tire of us.“

“I eat at Star Fish Grill on the way back to Wilmington each time I have meetings in Cherry Point. They never disappoint. The decor always incorporates the holidays along with their nautical theme. It’s always fun to see what has changed each visit. The food has always been excellent and I always look forward to my next visit. The service goes without saying. If it wasn’t good I would not have been back so many times. I am known to be extremely picky and I can always find something new to try. The only disappointment is they are not in Wilmington.“

“Excellent Soup-Of-The Day! Well prepared! Chef is present, noticed, with time spent, & attention to detail/ingredients used. Willing to accommodate larger groups, families, work related meetings/event, by even a last minute walk-in. Thank you! :)Dietary restrictions: Server says, it can be requested.Parking: Smaller parking lot but many surrounding businesses are available to shop, if you dually want to accommodate yourself to both visits (Harris Teeter is next door, & you can walk easily to it, with ease, short to walk to & from).Wheelchair accessibility: It's there.“

“Super good! Filled with locals being greeted by name. The crab cake was smoky & delicious. My wife’s fried shrimp was cooked perfectly and we both agreed they had the best hush puppies we’ve ever had. They are open for breakfast too so looking forward to that. Highly recommended!“

“Finally stopped and tried Snapperz. We got thr bisque and blackened Mahi sandwiches. A cup of the bisque was big enough to share and was excellent. The Mahi was seasoned just right and cooked perfectly. The server was fantastic. Well worth the stop.“

“Good menu choices, good tasting, and served quite fast. Red snapper was tasty but it was on the dry side. Most in our party did not like/eat the clam chowder due to its gray color. We hail from New England and expected the same broth color and New England traditional recipe here in the South.“

“You have to sit at the bar for the best service. Food is GREAT, The group of us (12) all tried something different. Complements on EVERY DISH. Beer was good, definitely the spot if you are looking to try Shortway brewery with food. Recommend a visit. Pool & slots a plus.“

“Visited Table 9 to celebrate a birthday. The food was excellent, as was the service. The music was exceptional and set the atmosphere for the evening. The only negative was the constant crying of a child in the restaurant. I will definitely return when I visit the area ago!!Parking: The handicap parking was directly in front. This made it easy for my 89 year old mom to get inside.Wheelchair accessibility: We didn't have a wheelchair but my mom uses a cane. The entrance was easy for her to maneuver.“

“I’ve traveled to the area for work a bunch of times and always make sure I stop by this place. Really great service, amazing people! Great food and being beachfront is a plus. They went above and beyond for me and I am extremely thankful. I forgot to get a copy of my receipt that I needed for work and they took the time to look it up and text me a picture copy of it. That’s a lot to ask of a busy restaurant and really reflects on just how great the people are there. Thank you!“

“Food was great. Server looked confused when I asked was their slaw red (bbq) or white. Had to wait an extra 10 minutes, after we got our food, then I went and asked for the chili dog I ordered and hadn't got yet. But it was lunchtime. Look forward to coming back on our trips to here. Thanks for great food. Just the right spices.“

“We grabbed an early lunch here on a Sunday. The food was delicious. The only thing that raised questions was the pineapple and cranberries in the slaw. But different strokes for different folks, it was good still. As a vegan, I got a vegetable plate. Not many options, but ask the waiter about vegan options. I was surprised the Cucumber salad had mayo, but my friend enjoyed it.“

“Prime rib Friday was great -generous portions, the beef was fabulous and the sides delicious and well seasoned. Only thing that wasn't perfection would possibly be the baked potato. I really enjoy a salted crispy skinned baked potato while this was baked in foil but, even so, the potato was tasty. What really put this dining experience over the top was the service. Kiera provides unbelievably prompt and efficient service with a friendly demeanor. We so appreciated her knowledgeable interactions and recommendations. Kiera was instrumental in providing us with an impressive dining experience. On The Rocks is an impressive establishment!“