The Island Grille

I rarely see THC drinks at restaurants, and they had a delicious lemon lavender seltzer drink - sooooo good. The staff was awesome and super helpful. Shrimp/scallops and grits was fantastic.

Quaint little pub atmosphere with exceptional food. We loved the selection and everything was so yummy. The shrimp and scallop grits are awesome!

If I could give this place more stars, I definitely would. It doesn't look like much when you walk in. But the staff is all friendly and efficient. Hands down a delicious dinner, some of the best scallops. I have had in at least a decade cook to perfection. Everything we had from our bar drinks to our appetizers and our dinner and desserts DELICIOUS
This is a must try during your beach time

Wonderful food, 2 for 1 dinners on Mondays and Tuesdays. It is loud because the restaurant is small. Make your reservations at least 2 weeks in advance, especially in the summer.

This is the little restaurant that does! Everything is top notch.the crab cakes are the best I've ever had. Lump crabwoth so little binder I'm not sure how it holds together.
Perfectly cooked scallops, wahoo and yellow fin tuna as well.
Reservations highly recommended. And totally worth every penny.

Each course was delicious, and the catch of the day, Red Drum, outstanding. The staff was friendly and patient with us as we lingered after they closed. A memorable seafood dinner on Emerald Isle!

Always great experience. Crab cakes are always outstanding and drinks are fine

Tucked away in a modest setting that feels more like a well-kept secret than a bustling restaurant, Island Grille delivers an experience that punches well above its weight. Don’t let the small footprint fool you—the atmosphere is cozy without being cramped, and every inch of the space is used with intention and charm.

The food? Simply excellent. Each dish arrived hot, fresh, and plated with care. From the first bite, it was clear that quality ingredients and skilled preparation are the rule, not the exception, in this kitchen. Whether you’re diving into seafood, steak, or something more casual, the flavors are bold, balanced, and deeply satisfying.

What truly elevated the evening, though, was the service. Our server was attentive without hovering, knowledgeable without pretension, and made the whole experience feel personal and effortless. It’s rare to find staff so clearly invested in both the food and the guest experience.

In a world of overhyped restaurants with underwhelming results, Island Grille is the real deal—a place where passion meets execution, and guests leave not just full, but genuinely impressed. Highly recommended.

Had a wonderful Thanksgiving buffet today. Food was amazing! Staff was friendly and welcoming. Overall, a great time.

Excellent crab legs!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Crab Dip, Crab Cake Duo

A gem. Food was great..staff was welcoming.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Shrimp and Scallop Grits

Great food and an awesome bartender.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Key Lime Martini Glass

Went on October 20th (yesterday) was asked by the host if we had a reservation. We did not as we had just got into town and even though reservations were recommended (not required) we were set at a table. A lady greeted us with waters. We set for an additional 30 minutes and no one came to get a drink order or food order we left. We had an amazing experience down the road at Bahia

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Amazing food and service!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Crab Dip, Fresh Catch

The restaurant itself is a little tight on the inside but once you get past that (and you should) you will have some amazing seafood! Their new menu has wonderful options for everyone (pork, seafood, and steak) and each entree comes with preselected sides.

We had the scallops for an appetizer. One of our entrees was the Pork Osso Bucco and the other was the Shrimp & Scallop Grits. All three were amazing.

The wait staff are very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Shrimp & Scallop Grits