26 Best Seafood Restaurants near Newport

“We had a delightful lunch on the way back from Pine Knoll Shores. So glad I drove a little extra to give it a try. I will be back.“

“TOT has always been the spot for my friends and I to enjoy food, fun and laughter. They have been so good to us! We have never been discriminated against ever! Best food around! Best bartenders around. We love TOT !!!!“

“The epitome of fried seafood on the Crystal Coast!“

“My wife and I were here last night for our anniversary dinner, second time dining here to celebrate. I cannot say enough how impressed we were. From the warm greeting we received the second we walked in to the speedy seating, to the cozy atmosphere . The wait staff was wonderful, informative, and friendly. The food? Incredible! Lobster and crab dip very tasty ....the Scallops were truly amazing and fresh cooked to absolutel PERFECTION. Tuna, amazing . Veggies, perfect. Everything was hot and served very quickly. To top it off the owner took the time to speak with us at the end of our dinner. He was incredibly nice and educated us on seafood. One of the things that really speaks volumes about this restaurant was him and the fact that the waitress told us later it's a wonderful place to work and the staff is treated well! That's rare to hear. Great job by all and we will be back“

“Delicious food, friendly service! I love that you can come as you are and walk up and order fine restaurant quality food at a great price! Wishing you the best season ever! We love that your home is AB!“

“First time and by far the best seafood in the area. Will be back next year. Definitely make reservations we did not but was earlier enough and they seated us. Staff was so friendly and exceptional. Our server was a college student and he gave us some great food choices that did not disappoint. He was extremely a fantastic server. Food was beyond expectations. 10/10“

“The flounder & oysters were good, the blonde waitress was very nice , place was clean , friendly atmosphere. Would recommend you trying it if you or ever in the area .“

“I've been dining at both restaurants for years and enjoyed myself ,the food , and the staff! The food and sides at Morehead have a better flavor, taste better ,and the portions are much bigger. I ve notice that recently on my last couple times that the sides are much better at both restaurants. The mash potatoes in Morehead are so delicious. I wish that was the same case at the emerald isle restaurant. The Cole slaw is the best that I have taste recently. I swear if the food was as good as the sides have been lately I wouldn't eat anywhere else. SNAPPPERZ KEEP IT UP!“

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

“The fabulous bartender Ty at the Barnacle freshly grates nutmeg in Painkillers ifkyk“

“Went there for anniversary dinner-1st time visit. Superior in every respect, Will be back and will spread the word. What a delightful experience!“

“Best shrimp burger ever!! Going tomorrow for another one“

“The staff was awesome!!!!!“

“Lovely waterfront, family atmosphere. Food is super fresh and consistently good over numerous visits! Service is top notch, and they get highest marks from us for hospitality and cleanliness! You may experience a wait but they are very efficient and keep things moving at a good pace!! Most definitely the best restaurant in Salter Path :)“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you’re looking for great food served with salty air vibes and a whole lot of coastal charm, this spot in Morehead City, NC is an absolute gem. 🌊🐚 From the moment you walk in, it feels like vacation—laid-back, welcoming, and full of good energy. The food? Always on point. We make it a rule to try something new every visit, and somehow it never disappoints. Fresh flavors, generous portions, and that kind of cooking that makes you want to sit back, relax, and stay awhile. What really sets this place apart is the family-friendly atmosphere mixed with unbeatable beach-town vibes. Whether you’re local or just passing through, it’s the kind of place that makes you say, “Yep… this is why I love the coast.” Great service, amazing food, good vibes, and a true Morehead City coastal feel. We’ll be back again and again—highly recommend! 🌴🍽️✨“

“We celebrated New Years Eve with reservations at The Prime, and had a wonderful experience. The shrimp cocktail,served with melted butter and housemade cocktail sauce is now a new fav! The sides are served "family style" and easily enough for 2 people. Our server suggested we order a couple and share since it was so hard to choose from the variety of sides. Everything we ordered was delicious. My steak was a little too rare when it came out but the chef had no problem putting it back on and it came back out cooked perfectly. The entire wait staff was friendly and everyone made us feel welcome. We will definitely be back.“

“PICTURES IN COMMENTS! First time after hearing a lot of great reviews. Laid back dining with delicious food! I had a shrimp po boy, red beans and rice, and an order of friend green tomatoes. Really good!! Also, had a peach 🍑 pie for dessert. Portions are large, so I have left overs. Staff were nice and friendly. Give them a chance! Well worth it.“

“Relaxed and clean atmosphere with friendly employees.
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BBQ sandwhich all the way (with coleslaw) was good, they have bottles of different sauces so you can make it your own! So I did.
Friend with me had the BBQ and chicken plate. The chicken was huge! Being me, I tasted it, the skin was crisp and light and the meat was tender and juicy.
There are many options to eat on the menu that anyone should be able to find something good to eat!“

“The shrimp burger is amazing and everyone was so friendly!“

“This is an addition to a previous review from a year or so ago. I now live in the area, and have found that the service and food is just as good as when I was in AB as a visitor. It is winter-time yet the food is still top notch and the service outstanding. My mother loves the Three-C chowder which is chunky, creamy, and chock full of seafood (I had to get in my 3-Cs!). The shrimp dinner has an ample portion of shrimp and the sides are a nice addition. Burgers are cooked as you ask, and tater tots make it an awesome meal. The wait staff in here are incredibly friendly, efficient, and personable. I still highly recommend On the Rocks as the food is delicious and reasonably priced, and the service is impecable. These ladies are awesome! For a great place to eat during the winter as well as the busy season, I will continue to go to On the Rocks.“

“This was my first time dining at Musashi! The wait staff was attentive and very kind (so sad I didn't catch her name, wonderful woman with short brown hair). The food came out quickly, but not too quickly as I had ordered everything at once. The sushi was delicious. I will say, the salad had quite a bit of dressing, but it's not a big deal! The steak was cooked perfectly to my liking and the shrimp was amazing, not over cooked! 10/10 and I will be returning!!“

“Awesome place. Absolutely love the vibe and the food was amazing and as service goes, it was hands down the best I’ve ever had. My server was Kayla and I absolutely loved her, sweet, beautiful girl. Whatever you guys do down there keep doing it! Thank you!“

“Great food and service never been disappointed“

“Been going here for while now little after they moved to the nice new location love the sushi n hibachi every time I can get chance wouldn't pass it up“

“Had a great experience due to Roshanna the bartender, making sure that we got seated and served. She handled the bar and our table plus a few other tables!! Great food great service!“

“The staff is extremely friendly. the rooms are a bit outdated, but the service that you receive makes it well worth it. the views are unbelievable because you face the ocean and it is wonderful. you also have the balconies with the microwave and a refrigerator and a safe if you need it. so overall the hotel is wonderful. however, the restaurant rising tide the service is awful. their rejection of people just because they're not buying anything to sit on their property is unreal. I recommend you eat elsewhere, stay at the hotel and find you a different restaurant to eat. four corners is a wonderful restaurant for breakfast and lunch. rising tide is awful for breakfast and lunch or dinner and it's extremely expensive“