20 Best Seafood Restaurants near Topsail Beach

“We make sure to stop by the seafood shack at Lewis Seafood Market every time we visit Topsail! They have the best, freshest seafood on the island! We always enjoy checking out the market for fresh fish and fixins as well! Went by today and got the best snapper sandwich. Took a friend who got the seafood stew and converted him to a fan too!“

“We have been to Topsail Beach many times, but this trip was our first to the Breezeway Restaurant. We came on a Thursday evening; it was very busy. The food was wonderful! We enjoyed it so much we came back again the next night, our last evening on Topsail. We had shrimp, flounder, deviled crab, oysters, and the world's best hush puppies and slaw. This is now our favorite seafood restaurant anywhere. The view of the sunset was spectacular. The service was top notch, with a shout-out to Caitlin and Lucy. We hope to return again next year.“

“Our go-to every year! Never disappoints!“

“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!!“

“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.“

“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!“

“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.“

“Great fresh seafood and other dishes at this restaurant. Excellent coconut crab soup. Delicious fresh broiled scallops. The fried plantains side dish are meaty and sweet. The service staff are very friendly and attentive. And the menu has so many good options that it is hard to choose. I look forward to dining at Sears Landing again in the future.“

“Spacious outdoor venue — picnic tables with umbrellas. Absolutely the MOST delicious farmed oysters I’ve ever had, served raw or roast your own on one of several grills. Amazing toppings for the oysters. They also serve sausages for grilling and yummy shrimp salad. Lots if other unexpected seafood options. Great beer selection. What a treat to have the very freshest local oysters anytime of year! We LOVE this place and the terrific employees!! A+++.“

“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“

“This was my second visit with my sister who lives in the neighborhood. This time we had the fresh shrimp and brussel sprouts. So fresh and good! Service was excellent & friendly as usual. Love sitting outside and taking in the fresh air.“

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

“sawmill is hit or miss for service. I'm here now and waited a good 15min to place order. the place is empty 🤦🏻🤦🏻“

“Great place to eat“

“Awesome food and good prices“

“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!“

“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!!!“

“Authentic Mexican, reminds me of CA. So glad we have this restaurant in our backyard.“

“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!“

“As usual we love this place. Tonight they had delays with the kitchen. Look, the servers don't cook. Can't hold them for that. Always consider you don't know what the restaurant is going through and it what the server is dealing with.
As a server.... Also remember that you choose your job and families come out for many reasons. Regardless what you are going through, you need to put on that smile, be sweet and such it up. Real talk. You choose to serve food today. You also do not know why we're coming out to eat or what we are going through. Maybe the meal you are serving is a meal that never get to have. It hard as a family because it's too expensive to go out these days you as a server are being held to an expectation to make our meal experience great & memorable!

Tonight was slow and long. But the food was good and as expected. Server was pleasant even with what they were dealing with. Be carring folks and even a hard night for you as a customer and a hard night for a server..... You both can make the day for each other, and be a positive note in their day.

Buddy's is great.
We love it there .“