Flying Machine Oyster Bar

The place was really good, but our server Josh made it great. Plus, they have One dollar oyster specials.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

All so good! A little loud and chaotic at dinner hour with families and young kids, but crowd thinned and vibe got better. Friendly servers and great menu offering. Crab cakes were great, along with the grits, fried dish/shrimp portions were generous. Bonus for Monday night 1/2 price wine and $1 oysters.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Monday Night 1 Oysters

Flying Machine just keeps getting better and better! The servers are exceptional- always super attentive and kind. Their regular menu is great. We love trying their creative specials. Our favorite regular menu items include baked or fried oysters, shrimp and grits, and any of the fish specials. Desserts are yummy, cocktails, wine, and beer are all fantastic and beautifully presented. We appreciate how the service, food, and beverages are all upscale but the vibe inside their dining room is casual and chill. Can’t wait to go back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We looked forward to trying Flying Machine Oyster Bar and were disappointed.

I'll start with the positives:
The lady shucking the raw oysters, was a sweet heart.
There are multiple local oysters on the menu and they are delicious.

The neutral:
Our hostess was unable to seat us in a timely manner. The person in front of us was getting takeout. Somehow, tending to the lady waiting on takeout took over 5 minutes and there was a line building behind us. The hostess was a young lady, lots to learn, not a big deal, but I wanted to mention it.

Next, the negatives:
It took an "above average" amount of minutes for our server to greet us, even more to get some waters, and even more to take our drink order.
Additionally, when we were seated, we were not provided the oyster menu. Our server is supposed to make sure we have all menus.
Our drinks, when we got them, weren't the best. The drinks felt as if they hung out at the bar too long and the ice melt influenced the drink quality.
Crazily, as I finished my drink, I noticed my it was cracked at the rim. Fortunately I didn't get cut by this glass. Our server assured us she'd take care of the cup. (I hope she did dispose of the cup properly as I didn't feel she was genuinely concerned based on the service received up to this point)
Also, when our water was refilled, the water was murky... and against my better judgement, I took a sip: it was gross, like bad tap water mixed with old seafood.

Final bits:
Our server appeared "checked out", thus doing the bare minimum with us. I don't write many reviews but this was an exceptionally poor experience.

Excellent service and delicious food

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Monday Night 1 Oysters

The absolute freshest oysters for $1 Monday. Josh was great! Answered questions and offered wonderful suggestions. This place is a must go to.

This is a super cool place to visit when you're in the Wrightsville Beach area. Visited for a Christmas party. They have a great room for small events as well.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I’m a frequent flyer at this wonderful establishment. They not only have great specials for food & drinks, but also phenomenal service. My server tonight was named Josh & he set the bar HIGH. He was so attentive & one of the nicest people I’ve encountered. He not only didn’t make us feel rushed AT ALL even though we came in super late, but also brought us out extra plates & the perfect condiments for me & my friend to have the perfect girls night. Highly recommend this place & I recommend Josh even more!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I visited on Monday night for the $1 oysters and half-priced bottles of wine, and I have to say, our server Josh was exceptional! He was incredibly sweet, attentive, and genuinely kind—hands down one of the best service experiences I've had. I've been here countless times, and I thought the service couldn’t possibly get any better, but Josh truly took it to the next level. Highly recommend him and Flying Machine!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great Food and service!! Oysters are fantastic

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The food was great, the cocktails are unique and delicious. The server we had over shared about her personal life and it got a bit uncomfortable, and had no clue about the specials unfortunately because I’m sure they were written down on a chalk board at the front door… I would definitely recommend having a talk with the person who is in charge of the front of house. Besides that, everything was spectacular.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 3

Best place around for fresh oysters, great variety, local and regional.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Loved the oyster Rockefeller!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Baked Oyster

We sat outside with our dog and had such a good meal. We got great oyster suggestions, and the crabcakes and scallops were delicious. Justin was our server, and he truly did go above and beyond for us. We will definitely be back. Thank you!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

DELICIOUS food and great service!! Josh was so knowledgeable and friendly. Jalapeño baked oysters were phenomenal.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5