Restaurants near Holden Beach

“Fantasy Isle is fabulous! I have been coming to Holden Beach for many years and always visit here for ice cream at least a couple of times during our stay. I love their ice cream and have enjoyed several rounds of putt putt golf here. I love that they are trying to encourage you to visit their neighboring business even though that business doesn't seem to have the same communal attitude. Thanks for trying to be the "bigger person" Fantasy Isle!”

“We love Sunset Slush so much our daughter (we live in Iowa) wanted some of her Senior pictures there! Thanks to Kristen @ Reflections of Moments Photography for making that a reality! And thanks to you and your staff for our nightly slush run that happens for the best two weeks every summer!”

“Amy & Justin Shepherd, serve up ; absolutely best expresso coffee in Brunswick County. Always smiling with a warm hello to greet your day! I always leave, blessed by their spirits. My friends in Jesus, forever. You will receive a blessing; stopping in at Ocean Blvd Coffee. Holden Beach, NC.”

“absolutely outstanding! food and service! plus a great view surrounded by great people...5 sugars in my book”

“Place has a good selection of hard ice cream flavors. A lot of seats inside and outside overlooking the ocean. Also arcades with some games.”

“If you’re in Holden Beach and looking for a fun place to eat, hang out, hear live music, and enjoy the local beach atmosphere, Salty Dogs Cafe and Bark Bar is a must-visit. Great food, cold drinks, friendly service, and a laid-back coastal vibe that makes you want to stay awhile. It’s one of our favorite spots for lunch, and the nightlife is the best!. A great place to bring friends and family when they’re in town. Definitely one of the most unique restaurants and bars near Holden Beach. Highly recommend checking out Salty Dogs if you want good food, good people, and a fun local experience.”

“SIMPLY AMAZING! Coming from an actual chef I can’t recommend this place enough! Food was PERFECT and the service *chefs kiss* (specifically our girl Sarah)! Come here you won’t be disappointed!”

“Awesome place to stop in for some food and drinks after the beach. Super friendly people and always making sure you're satisfied during your experience there. Would definitely recommend for sea food lovers”

“Nice outdoir area and only place at Holden Beach with homemade ice cream AND homemade waffle cones!”

“I tell you what, that was the BEST breakfast I have had in a long time 😊. The environment was laid back and friendly. Most of all I want to thank my dear friend and waitress this morning for being on top of everything 😉. Love ya Jennifer Simmons and I hope you have a great day..”

“The environment was very welcoming and the atmosphere brought back so many memories from my childhood times on a farm in my grandmas kitchen! I ordered the Cape Fear and wasn’t disappointed! It was perfect! Awesome service and food!”

“I usually don't eat a lot of hotdogs, but since discovering Burg-Dog I find myself eating them at least once a week. Definitely would recommend this place. Clean, friendly, fast, and affordable. Don't change a thing, perfect as it is.”

“My wife & I ate breakfast there 5/10/24….I didn’t get the waitress’s name. Service was good. The food was delicious, my wife got blueberry French toast & I got a bacon,egg & provolone cheese croissant along with a side bowl of milk gravy both meals were delicious !! We would highly recommend !! Thank you Purple Onion for a great experience !! Yes, we even took home some baked goods !! Yummy !! May God bless y’all !! ❤️❤️”

“Great homemade ice cream and good service. We love coming here on our summer vacation every year”

“Food, service, cleanliness! All 5-star. Thank you, Michele. Loved your Elf blazer!”

“The best cinnamon rolls I have ever had! You can order a whole tray or individually. They give you delicious icing to pour over the rolls. The kids and adults absolutely loved them!!! I think my family would drive back to Holden Beach just for these. You can order them online and they will be ready to pick up when you arrive.”

“These are my favorite burgers, service is beyond nice but the food is outstanding if you like a good burger do yourself a favor and just give them a try, I can go on all day.”

“Great wings! Great service! Love this place!”

“Great service, Great employee and Great coffee!”

“Excellent pizza almost as good as Ct's Pepe's which is where I learned about great pizza. 2 areas of improvement needed. 1) spread sauce and toppings farther out on the crust. 2) Cook the crust longer to get it brown or more cooked instead of soft. Needs crunch.”

“Hailey is the best cart girl and very friendly. Recommend coming here to play all the time .”

“Me and my family of 5 were visiting for vacation and found this amazing place. The food was amazing and the workers were very nice and respectful. Highly highly recommend Karinas! A+”

“Great pizza and wings. Awesome owner and staff. You feel like you are part of an extended family while enjoying delicious food.”

“We eat there a couple of times while on vacation in Holden. Can always accommodate any sized group and the service and food are outstanding!”

“Tabitha is a great bartender. She served me the most amazing bloody Mary. Great to talk to. I will definitely visit there again. Thank you for hiring her. We come every year and I will definitely visit again”

“My parents went here on their 62nd anniversary and the folks there brought out 2 cookies with candles, a CFA cow, and sang to them. You don't get this at any other fast food chain in this country.”

“Whoa. Friday - fried flounder and fresh cut french fries. Slaw. The very best fried flounder I’ve ever eaten. We vacation in Oak Island. Fridsy lunch at Sea Biscuit.”

“Went to The Scoop Sunday morning and ordered a bacon, egg & cheese sandwich just as I have numerous times through the years. I was told that they no longer served it on toast, so I would have to choose a bagel. I asked why I couldn't get it on toast and I was told... "They were selling to many of them on toast, and not enough on bagels, so they quit offering it on toast. That way they would have enough bread to make a kids' grilled cheese". I am still shaking my head!!”

“Great people and great food! Highly recommended and I’m from Texas!”

“Food is great, service is great.”