12 Best Seafood Restaurants in Surf City

Maine Lobstah Shack Seafood • $$
411 Roland Ave, Surf City

Customers` Favorites

Lobster Grilled Cheese with Lobster Bisque
Carolina's Colossal Lobster Roll
Grilled Lobster Cheese Sandwich
Lobster Roll with Drawn Butter
DIY Lobster Roll Family Pack
Lobster Roll with Butter
Lobster Mac and Cheese
Wicked Bowl of Lobster
Lobstah Mac N Cheese
Clam Chowder and Loc

“How did we ever survive in on Topsail Island without Maine Lobstah Shack!!! Having spent years in the New England region, I know good from great when it comes to Lobster! The lobster rolls are to die for and the lobster bisk is the best I've ever had. On top of that, it is a wonderful family owned and family run business. At the end of the day, it is the quality of the food that keeps us coming back! Treat yourself!!! Definately a five star experience!!“

4.9 Superb406 Reviews
Shuckin' Shack Oyster Bar Seafood • $$
13460 NC-50 #101, Surf City

Customers` Favorites

Dozen Oysters \u0026 SM Wing
My Favorite- Lobster Roll
Dozen Oysters & SM Wing
Oysters on Half Shell
Chargrilled Oysters
Calamari and Shrimp
1 2 Pound Crab Legs
Blackened Scallops
Saul T's Steampot
Low Country Boil

“This was delicious. The owner is super nice and answered all of our questions as we are from the mountains of NC so oysters are not an everyday thing for us. Our waitress was very informed and stayed on top of our service. We are very happy with our experience and we will absolutely be back. Thank y’all so much.“

4.6 Superb245 Reviews
Topsail Steamer Seafood Seafood • $$
302 S Topsail Dr, Surf City

Customers` Favorites

Full Steamer with Jimmy's Way Seasoning
Crabby Jimbo Bay Bucket High Tider
The Low Country Shrimp High Tider
The Low Country Shrimp Low Tider
The Miss Emily II High Tider
Homemade Seafood Seasoning
Cornbread Jalapeno Cheddar
Topsail Steamer Can Koozie
Build Your Own Steam Pot
Captain Pierce Steamer

“The best meal of the week. Seasoned perfectly and great portions. We even have leftovers for our last night at the beach. Treat yo’self and get a Topsail Steamer bucket!“

4.7 Superb136 Reviews
The Fast Fish poke + more Seafood • $
205 Roland Ave, Surf City

Customers` Favorites

Spicy Mayo Tuna Poke
Ceviche SE Vee-Chay
Tuna Poke Bowl
Sweet Onion
Raw Tuna
Edamame
Avocado
Kale

“Just found this place and absolutely loved it. Light and refreshing meal before or after the beach. Service was fast and the people were incredibly nice. The food is great and exactly what I needed after spending time in the beach. Highly recommend!! Loved the outdoor seating and chill music.“

4.5 Superb35 Reviews
Sears Landing Seafood • $$
806 Roland Ave, Surf City

Customers` Favorites

Fried Flounder Dine in: Yes Outdoor seating: Yes Takeout: Yes Delivery: No Curbside pickup: No
Coconut Cream Crab Soup
Grilled Yellowfin Tuna
Peel and Eat Shrimp
Blue Crab Fritters
Seafood Omelette
Shrimp and Grits
Coconut Crab Soup
Seafood Platter
Seafood Rolls

“We finally got away from the kids, we were looking for quiet, upscale, on the water ,with fresh seafood. Sears landing delivered all of that with extra creds. The service was attentive, the food was outstanding, and the atmosphere down by the water was very laid back.“

4.2 Good387 Reviews
JM’s On The Water Seafood • $$
602 Roland Ave, Surf City

Customers` Favorites

Seafood Platters w Choice of 2 Sides
JM's Beef Tenderloin Hoagie
Fried Shrimp Sandwich
Crab Stuffed Flounder
Fried Local Flounder
Fried Green Tomatoes
Fried Green Beans
Crab Cake Sandwich
Stuffed Mushrooms
Chicken Sandwich

“Awesome food and good prices“

3.9 Good232 Reviews
Crab Pot Seafood • $$
508 Roland Ave, Surf City

Customers` Favorites

Steamer Pot with Snow Crab Clams
Crab Cake Sandwich
Sweet Potato Fries
Crabby Cheese Fries
Blackened Shrimp
Corn on the Cob
Zucchini Fries
Steamed Shrimp
Grilled Shrimp
Fried Oysters

“Great place to eat“

3.9 Good235 Reviews
Surf City Crab Seafood Markets • $$
508 Roland Ave, Surf City

“The man that helped us was very knowledgeable on all the fish, and was very helpful. We ate our choices that night and all were absolutely delicious“

4.6 Superb111 Reviews
Beauchaines 211 Seafood • $$
211 S Topsail Dr, Surf City

Customers` Favorites

Brown Butter Shrimp & Grits
Prime Oscar Filet Mignon
Beef Tips with Fondue
Crab Stuffed Flounder
Mango Martini Anyone
Caribbean Crab Dip
Shrimp and Grits
Lamb Strogonoff
Caesar Salad
Key Lime Pie

“Great ladies night at Beauchaines! Food and service were both excellent and best Dirty Martini in town. Thanks for keeping the Filet Fondue. My favorite!“

3.4 Good109 Reviews
Fancy Sushi Asian Fusion Sushi • $
124 N New River Dr, Surf City

Customers` Favorites

Sesame Chicken with Fried Rice Combo
Chicken Fried Rice Chicken
Sweet and Sour Chicken
General TSO's Chicken
Sushi Dinner Rolls
Hot and Sour Soup
Sushi Restaurant
Hot & Sour Soup
California Roll
Chicken Lo Mein

“Sushi was great! Came out fast and with awesome customer service!“

4.5 Superb134 Reviews
Cowfin Bar and Grill American • $
13500 NC-50, Surf City

Customers` Favorites

Bang Bang Shrimp Mac and Cheese
Mac N' Cheese Burger
Shrimp Mac & Cheese
Chicken Sandwhich
Hamburguer Steak
Hamburger Steak
Burger and Corn
Hush Puppies
Hushpuppies
Cheese Fries

“We went for the first time during Christmas 2025 while it was decorated. It looked like a small Angus Barn. Every inch was decorated for Christmas. Wonderful atmosphere to sit in and enjoy the holidays. The food was excellent and the service was great! Highly recommend!“

4.2 Good236 Reviews
Daddy Mac's Beach Grille American • $$
108 N Shore Dr, Surf City

Customers` Favorites

Lobster & Shrimp Fra Diablo
Crab Stuffed Flounder
Flash Fried Calamari
Shrimp & Crab Scampi
Fried Shrimp w Fries
Low Country Crab Dip
Maryland Crab Cakes
Crab Cake Sandwich
Cajun Jambalaya
Chicken Tenders

“My husband and son and I went Saturday for dinner and as always, it was delicious. The crab dip always spot on and the best around. A special Thank You to Tanner our server, he was awesome and did such a wonderful job and made sure everything was spot on for us to have a relaxing and enjoyable dinner. Tanner you were awesome and your personality and how you deal with your customers was great, please keep that up. My heart went out to you and I felt bad after the table next to us ran you and spent $200 if not more and left you such a crap tip, that was so wrong. But don't let people like that discourage you, keep doing you, because you were great!!!“

4.2 Good352 Reviews

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