34 Best American Restaurants near Kure Beach

“Service is always awesome! Love this place! Salad is so yummy - kids had pork chops that were awesome, Hubbie had chicken and roasted red potatoes that were delicious; and I had lasagna! Everything was delicious;and service was awesome! We love Freddie's!!“

“Amazing shrimp and grits. Friendly staff and nice vibes.“

“This is an absolute gem in Southport! We ate at Eric’s today for the first time. The best burger I’ve ever had! And I know burgers 😉
The staff were so kind and friendly. Eric took the time to speak with everyone and see if they needed anything! What a blessing in this society today where customer service is absent. These folks do it from the heart and you can tell! I’ll order a hotdog next time and have a hamburger for dessert! God bless Eric and his family!!“

“Hands down the best restaurant in Brunswick County! The food is consistently spectacular, and I love how the menu is always evolving — it keeps things exciting and fresh. It’s refreshing to dine somewhere that truly values creativity. The drinks are expertly crafted, and the desserts are absolutely out of this world. We come here all the time, and the staff is hands-down the friendliest and most attentive we’ve ever encountered. An all-around amazing experience every single visit!“

“Great service, stylish decor, awesome food & stellar martinis. Try the surf board appetizer & the key lime pie martini“

“Truly a MUST stop on the boardwalk! The food, drinks, bartenders, owners and VIEWS are next level! Ya gotta see the rooftop and have one of the best frozen drinks on the island! 🏝️“

“I have been a big fan of Mo’s Pizza for years. Today I tried some other menu options and was completely blown away. The pasta and marinara are excellent. The vegetables are well prepared and fresh. They are not heavily sauced but rely on their natural flavor. The roasted potatoes were exceptional. Service was very friendly, prompt and professional. A real plus is being able to get a first rate meal without having to sit in traffic for an hour. Plenty of free parking more bonus points! Highly recommended!“

“The best salads and burgers!💕“

“We wanted something quick and simple to take back to the room and eat, so we found this place! It is just a walk up window. We got hotdogs, walk in nachos and a quesadilla! If you are looking for something fancy, this ain't it, but if you are looking for something easy, cheap and filling, this is your place!“

“It was my first time eating there for lunch and there Ruben was the best I have eaten around NC. It's a must try.“

“Lived in the area for almost a year and did not know the restaurant was there. I had discovered it as I passed by and decided to try it. was not disappointed fast seating on a Saturday night excellent service by Amber and very good food. several staff checked on me during the visit. Restaurant was clean and inviting. Will be there more often.“

“This was about a 10 minute walk from our Carolina Beach condo rental at Sands V. Very easy to get to if you're staying anywhere on the oceanfront.

We had a full moon the night we ate here so the atmosphere was perfect. I didn't care for my lemonade or mahi sandwich, but my wife's fish tacos were great. And the fries were perfect. Also liked my son's chicken tenders -- really easy to share.

The best views will be from the Tiki Bar. But anywhere on the deck is perfect.“

“My hubby and myself been to SeaWitch a couple times and I’ll say the experience was great and both times Amber was our bartender and she’s absolutely amazing! Definitely suggest this bar to everyone! And again thank you Amber for the great service!!!!“

“What a little gem! I was pleasantly surprised when I was in the area today and looking for breakfast. Prices are good, Bloody Mary with bacon and omelet were both delicious but the best part was probably Debbie our server. I don’t think you will be disappointed if you stop in and give them a try. I will be back!“

“😍Just lovin' on a coastal boil, NC style.“

“Kate’s is wonderful from the food to the people! Not sure which is best. ❤️ We never visit Carolina Beach without coming to Kate’s every morning! Best breakfast/ brunch!“

“The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. They have an excellent variety and everything we tried was delicious. Will be back later this week for sandwiches and to stock up on scrumptious cheese.“

“our favorite place to eat on the island ❤️“

“Had the pleasure of dining at the Sandspur while we were visiting last week!!! Made sure to check them out again & again could not get enough of the delicious food, they have bands that play on their outdoor area on Friday nights which was really fun, we enjoyed our visit and will plan on visiting again soon!“

“Amazing fusion of different flavor profiles for any palette, masterfully crafted and served with a smile. Drink and liquor prices BEST IN TOWN! Don't pass up the opportunity to have one of the best meals available in Southport. Nikki and Chuck will forever have my support and get my business. ***Spice up your meals as you feel fit! But be careful going above a 6/10!!***“

“Always delivers great food and service. Reasonable prices and looks out for all of the locals year around. Our #1 choice for chilling with good folk!“

“always good time with deaf events at Micheal seafood after the beach we been hosting 8 years in row 2nd Saturday of August. abd with my family 14 yrs Christmas eve and brunch love the owner sweet lady definitely 5 star.🧡“

“Oysters, shrimp, lobster rolls and cold beer! All delicious and wait staff friendly! Enjoyed ourselves!“

“Great atmosphere and service!“

“This is one of my favorite spots to grab a bite on the Island. The menu is awesome. I highly recommend that you stop in and try the new Wild Ranch Wing Sauce. In my opinion, it is the best around. The staff is very friendly and always makes it a top notch experience. Keep up the good work Pop’s!“

“Today was my first day trying out the donuts. The strawberry cream cheese wasn’t my favorite. The service was great! The guy that helped me actually recommended the strawberry cream cheese. So that makes me wonder if they were just trying to get rid of them. Either way the chocolate Boston Cream was amazing.“

“Very friendly good food nice people“

“Great food we got lobster roll and tacos fries food was fantastic our waiter was great bit hot inside but that was no biggy“

“Awesome place! Been coming here for several years!“

“Awesome entertainment, views, and food!“

“We had a great Watch Party today at BDubs Carolina Beach. Anthony was great helped so much. This was a first time for the group. We will be back.“

“Heard many good things about this restaurant. It was pretty full when we stopped by on a Sunday morning. We both ordered biscuits and gravy. Gravy was bland but everything else was good. Service was great. I’ll try something else next time we visit!“

“Clean, friendly, delicious. Taylor did a fabulous job serving me with a smile and patience. Well done! I appreciate you.“

“J. Michael's is a local legend when it comes to Philly Cheesesteaks. The bread is always soft, plenty of meat and covered with melted cheese. 😍 Staff has always been very friendly. You can even call in your order and pick it up at the drive thru window.“