Explore The Best Places To Eat in Ocean Isle Beach
You will find every culinary pleasure imaginable for those of you visiting the Ocean Isle Beach area. From breakfast to after-dinner aperitifs, Oceanside, and the mainland, the eateries around Ocean Isle offer something for everyone. Read on for the locations of Ocean Isle Beach restaurants, diners, and destination locations that await you.
Breakfast/Lunch
Start your morning on Ocean Isle Beach on the right foot with a full breakfast, pastry, or smoothie.
Coastal Grounds
424 Sunset Blvd S Unit 1
Sunset Beach, NC 28468
Located on Sunset Beach, Coastal Grounds offers gourmet coffee, fresh pastries, and smoothies. Here you can grab a light breakfast, then hit the beach for a quick walk or swim. Or, rent a boogie board, kayak, surfboard, or golf cart at Coastal Grounds and have a bit of fun in the sun.
Drift Coffee and Kitchen
20 E Second St
Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
At the Drift Coffee and Kitchen, you will find your morning coffee and healthy breakfast items, as well as calming teas. Their brunch menu offers culinary creations that include breakfast burritos, Chia pudding, granola & yogurt, and Gluten-free banana bread. They also offer a few lunch items and delicious smoothies.
Amelia’s Backstreet Grille
1564 Market Place Blvd
Suite 700, Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
A restaurant with gourmet fare Amelia’s Backstreet Grille, is a short drive inland on Ocean Isle Beach. Amelia’s serves Rib eye steak Mahi Mahi, grouper, filet minion, and baby back ribs with an expansive menu of culinary delights, to mention a few. If you are not hungry yet, then pick and entrée’ quick because dessert is as good as dinner at Amelia’s. End your meal with a slice of decadent chocolate cake, cheesecake, or beignets & ice cream. More than lunch or dinner, a meal at Amelia’s will be an occasion for you, your family, and your friends.
Castaway Grill
112 Causeway Drive
Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
Do you need a little comfort food? That is what you will find at the Castaway Grill. Here, you will find breakfast and lunch with diner classics like fluffy hotcakes, omelets, burgers, dogs, salads, sandwiches, sides, and much more. If you want a beach-friendly, casual atmosphere, you will find it at the Castaway Grill.
The Dawg House Grill
6415 Beach Dr. SW
Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
Sometimes you just want a hot dog, so why not one that is exceptional from The Dawg House Grill OIB? Burgers, dogs, fries, and sweet treats are offered up here, and hey, you are on vacation. So it is okay to ditch the diet for a day or maybe two.
The Sugar Shack
1609 Hale Beach Road
Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
A mainstay of Ocean Isle Beach since 1996, The Sugar Shack offers the flavors of Jamaica in a colorful, casual atmosphere. Their menu lists appetizers that include crab fritters, Caribbean pizza, and jerk bites. Dinner entrees include brown stew chicken, grilled shrimp, baby back ribs, and mango grilled tuna. The selections are many, and the flavors mouthwatering, so while on Ocean Isle Beach, enjoy a taste of the Caribbean at The Sugar Shack.
Dinner
Some restaurants offer a little bit more than others do. That little bit more may be higher quality cuts of meat, chef-inspired dishes, white linen, and exceptional service, or a location with a view that is out of this world. The eateries of Ocean Isle Beach fill all of these slots, and you should be able to find one below where you can dine in style.
Jinks Creek Waterfront Grille
14 Causeway Drive
Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
A premier dining destination with a chef-inspired menu, Jinks Creek Waterfront Grille, you can dine on Ahi Tuna, shrimp and grits, crab cakes, and other items from land or sea. Their half-pound burger is crafted from brisket and short rib ground chuck for those with a genuinely hearty appetite. Even the burgers at Jinks Creek are unique. Open for dinner only. Jinks Creek is a perfect location for an evening meal while visiting Ocean Isle Beach.
Sharky’s Waterfront Restaurant
61 Causeway Drive
Ocean Isle Beach, NC, 28469
Serving Ocean Isle Beach for over 30 years, Sharky’s restaurant offers bounty from land and sea. Their casual atmosphere with fantastic waterfront views and excellent food deserve a visit from you while staying on Ocean Isle. Menu items include seaside favorites like grouper bites, fish and oyster baskets, submarines, and sandwiches. Dinner items include eggplant parmigiana and Cajun crawfish pasta. The menu variety at Sharky’s gives you ample offerings of local fare and classic selections.
For the Fun of It
Destination locations offer more than food. They also provide fun and entertainment. You can spend all day on the beach and a walk on the wild side, with a pleasant meal before or after may be the best time you have while on vacation.
Ocean Isle Fish Company
65 Causeway Drive
Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
More than just a stop for a meal, Ocean Isle Fish Company has three venues under one roof. Take an airboat ride (exhilarating), tour the aerial adventure park, or take in the incredible water views from the Gmack Tiki Bar from the upper deck. When it is time to dine, visit the wing & fish co. Here you can select from over 20 flavors of wings, locally caught fish, other local favorites, and your favorite brew or cocktail. Not only a place to dine, but Ocean Isle Fish Company is also a place to experience it.
Pelican’s Perch Bar & Grill
8 East Second Street
Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
You will find Pelican’s Perch Bar & Grill, a stone’s throw from the Atlantic Ocean, where the menu is classic pub fare. They offer a half-pound burger, crab cake sandwiches, shrimp your way, and much more. Offering a full bar and a wide selection of local and domestic beer, you can pair your pub meal with your favorite beverage. Their kid’s menu keeps it simple with items like chicken fingers, grilled cheese, and other assorted child-friendly selections.
Breakers Pizza Grill & Arcade
12 E 1st St
Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
Craving pizza? A pie from Breakers Pizza, Grill & Arcade should fill the bill. Throw in a Greek salad, and you can make it a meal. Other menu items include hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, and, best of all, Hershey’s brand ice cream. Dining in or take out, an evening of Italian fare is a good thing whether you are home or on vacation.
Feed your cravings
Whatever type of food you desire can be found at Ocean Isle Beach restaurants in North Carolina. From the simple comfort of an excellent hot dog to a perfectly prepared filet mignon, the world is your oyster at the beach.