25 Best American Restaurants near Saint James

“We enjoyed sitting out on the deck, listening to the band. Had drinks & appetizers. It was windy. So we went inside for dinner. It was very loud, we had to yell to talk, nothing around at all soften the noise! Staff and meal took forever and not worth the wait.“

“Delicious, quality meal, sweet potato fries were amazing!“

“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!“

“Celebrated my birthday at Salt64 as our first visit to the establishment. Exceptional service, David was an outstanding waiter. Food was delicious, brought promptly to our table still hot and fresh out of the kitchen. Due to its size, when all tables were full it was a bit noisy, but well worth the noise for the food and service. Don't skip dessert!“

“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!“

“Great food staff and prices 5 stars all the way“

“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.“

“Exceptional food and service!! Can’t beat the view either! Definitely will be coming back soon.“

“Fun place to drink and socialize“

“There's nothing low about this country boil, it is all high caliber. I ordered a sample of all they offered and everything was fresh. Even the andouille sausage's spicy flavor was a pleasant surprise. Quantities were ample. Condiments were provided. Their boil seasoning is steps above Old Bay, with a slight kick depending on how much you use. I utilized their suggestion to use their signature brew for the boiling. On the subject of brews, I partnered this feast with their popular and equally flavorful Taco Life Mexican style lager. On top of everything mentioned, I now have a souvenir bucket in remembrance of a great meal.“

“Friendly staff and DELICIOUS burgers!“

“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.“

“Food and service was great! Taylor did an awesome job taking care of us.“

“We stopped by on our way to Fort Caswell for coffees and muffins and we were so impressed with the friendliness and service that we stopped again several days later on our way home for lunch. The wraps were delicious, the pretzel was amazing, the tea and coffee made to perfection, even the cookies were heavenly. We will definitely stop again on our next trip.“

“Our family ate lunch at Oak Island Sub Shop during our recent stay in Oak Island.
My mother and I both ordered the Italian sub, my father the club, and my husband the Ruben. Meats and cheeses are fresh. All of our sandwiches were delicious, and I can say that because I had a bite of both my husband and father's subs as they both looked so good, I wasn't about to pass up the offer. Of the 3, I will say the Italian was my favorite, but I think that is just a matter of what kind of sub you like best. The service was great and the restaurant was clean, even at a busy lunch time. Our food came out very quickly and was all correct, which was another plus. I ordered pasta salad to go with my sub, but unfortunately it wasn't my favorite and tasted like it was store bought. Of course this is just my opinion. My dad had the potato salad which he said he liked. This I can't personally vouch for since I didn't try it myself.
Of all the restaurants we tried out while I Oak Island, this one was my favorite. In fact, I was bummed I didn't get to return since they are only open until 4pm and closed on Sunday. Next time I am in Oak Island, this place is first on my list. Give them a try, you won't be disappointed!“

“Tranquil Harbor is one of our go-to places to eat on the island. We love that we can make a reservation since many places don’t take them. The salmon is incredibly good as is pretty much everything we’ve ever ordered. I’m a super particular person when it comes to restaurant food so you better believe if I’m a repeat customer (dozens of times over), it must be good. Bonus is we have some in our family with sensitive tummies and if anything had ever been off as far as freshness, their guts would’ve let us know. No issues at all. Also we adore the bartender whose name escapes me at the moment. She makes a mean martini and is always friendly and fun.“

“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!!***“

“Beautiful course, excellent condition, friendly staff.“

“Great experience! Bob and his team are awesome. We always look forward to our visit when in town!“

“Great atmosphere and service!“

“Very friendly good food nice people“

“Pros: Great customer service, nice personality, food pretty good, corn ribs amazing! Cons: took about an hour to wait in line and receive food. Online ordering down, didn’t answer their phones. I think I had 2 little shrimp in my shrimp taco – portions pretty small. Didn’t give us the burrito we ordered. Might try again next year for lunch.“

“We came from Indiana and were looking for a night ocean front place to eat with the family so we came here and it was AMAZING! The food, staff, management, and regulars were all very nice and wonderful.“

“5 stars! Amazing atmosphere and great food and drinks!“