Pleasure Island
Big Daddy's (Seafood)
Black Horn Bar & Kitchen (American)
The Deck House (American & Seafood)
The Dive Food & Spirits (Pub Fare)
The Gulfstream (Casual & Breakfast)
The Harbor Masters (Seafood & Breakfast)
Jack Mackerel's (Caribbean Grill)
Michaelangelo's (Italian)
Michael's Seafood Restaurant (Seafood)
The Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar (Seafood)
Pop's Diner (Casual)
Sandpiper Subs (Casual)
The Shuckin' Shack (Bar & Seafood)
Zaaki Grill (Greek & Lebonese)
The Zaaki GrillThe Zaaki grill features Greek and Lebanese food like gyros, falafels, hummus, chicken souvlaki, baklava and more. Their chicken skewers are awesome. Tasty, healthy food is their specialty.
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716 N Lake Park Blvd
Carolina Beach
(910) 707-0022
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The Dive Food & SpiritsThe Dive has some of the best fish tacos on the beach. This casual pub has sandwiches and snacks all day and live entertainment at night. It's a fun place for lunch, dinner or late night drinks.
TopThe GulfstreamThe Gulfstream is where the locals dine. It was voted the area's best breakfast in 2008 and 2009. They also serve lunch, dinner, seafood, Greek specialties and daily specials. Bring cash because they don't take credit cards.
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SEAA Kure Beach institution for over 30 years, Big Daddy's specializes in fried and broiled seafood, but they also have steaks, chicken, prime rib and an all-you-can-eat salad bar. Large groups are welcome. They serve lunch and dinner 7 days a week in the summer, but call ahead for their hours in the off-season.
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Big Daddy's
202 K Ave, Kure Beach
(910) 458-8622
$$-$$$, SF, SEA
The Black Horn is a casual bar and restaurant that serves American classics, fine dining selections and even sushi. They have a large selection of wines, beers, and specialty drinks as well as over 20 hi-def plasma screens for watching sports. Check our Adult Fun page for their special events and live music.
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Michaelangelo's Pizza & SubsMichaelangelo's New York style pizza is the finest in Eastern North Carolina. They deliver to anywhere on Pleasure Island and also serve great pastas, subs and sandwiches. Their dining atmosphere is casual and friendly.
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The Dive
The Lazy Parrot
Coffee & Treats
The Fudgeboat
The Island Cakery
The Island Ice Factory
Port City Java
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Smoke FreeThe Ocean Grill and Tiki BarThe Ocean Grill is Pleasure Island's only oceanfront restaurant. You can sit inside, on the deck, or have snacks and drinks on their famous Tiki Bar which sits on an old pier over the waves. They have live music all summer long. Check our event calendar for thier concerts.
TopThe Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar
1211 S Lake Park Blvd
Carolina Beach
(910) 458-2000
$$-$$$, SF, OS, RES, SEAMichael's Seafood RestaurantMichael's serves only the freshest seafood. It's been voted the #1 restaurant of the year by the Wilmington Chamber of Commerce. They have a fun bar and plenty of outdoor seating.
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and Catering
1206 N Lake Park Blvd
Carolina Beach
(910) 458-7761
$$-$$$, SF, OS, RES, SEAThe Shuckin' ShackThe Shuckin' Shack is Pleasure Island's only oyster bar. It's a fun little joint located right on the main drag. Oysters, shrimp and wings are their specialties. For great atmosphere and great cocktails this is the place to go.
TopThe Lazy ParrotThe Lazy Parrot serves pub favorites like wings, wraps and sandwiches in a fun sports bar environment. They have two porches plus pool, foosball, darts, shuffleboard and video trivia.
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701 N Lake Park Blvd
Carolina Beach
(910) 458-5414
$-$$, OSThe Deck House is a casual restaurant that serves steaks, seafood, chicken and burgers. Check out their special board, because they have different specials every day.
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205 Charlotte Avenue
Carolina Beach
(910) 458-1026
$$-$$$, SF, RES, SEA
The Deck HouseSandpiper SubsSandpiper Subs
716 N Lake Park Blvd
Carolina Beach
(910) 458-4885
$-$$, DELSandpiper Subs has the biggest and best subs and sandwiches on the beach. They feature high-quality meats, make your sub to order and deliver to anywhere on the island. They have friendly service, but don't tell them that you're a Cowboys fan!
TopWilmington
Asian Buffet (Asian)
China Buffet (Asian)
Mama Fu's Asian House (Asian)
Sticky Fingers (BBQ)
Asian BuffetThe Asian Buffet has a buffet grill and sushi bar with over 100 Items, including sushi, broiled shrimp, mussels, BBQ beef ribs, sirloin steak teriyaki chicken and crab rangoon.
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China BuffetThe China Buffet is the home of "the mile long buffet!" They also serve great sushi and have a brand new hibachi grill. They'll cook up great steak, chicken and seafood while you watch.
TopPortofino TrattoriaDining in or taking out, Portofino serves delicious, authentic entrees, soups, salads & sandwiches. Gourmet specialties and fine wines are also available.
Portofino delivers to Pleasure Island!
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5552 Carolina Beach Road
Wilmington, NC 28412
(910)790-3602
$ -$$, SF, RS, DELMama Fu's Asian HouseMama Fu's Asian House is located in the Mayfair Town Center - a popular shopping spot in Wilmington. They serve the best of Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese and Thai food. All of their dishes are wok-cooked using the freshest ingredients.
TopSticky FingersSticky Fingers is known for having the best authentic Memphis-style ribs and barbecue in the South. Their five signature Sticky Fingers barbecue sauces and seasonings are now available for shipment across the United States.
TopWilmingtonThe FudgeboatThe Fudgeboat serves over 16 flavors of fudge plus coffee, sodas and ice cream. Try the 'Any Fudge Sundae' Choose your flavor of fudge and they'll melt it over a home made Sundae. They also ship to anywhere in the world.
TopThe Island CakeryThe Island Cakery is the island's only bakery. They serve cakes, pies and other homemade baked goods. They'll make you a custom cake or serve your large party. Stop in for a fresh baked treat.
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In Federal Point Shopping Center
1018 North Lake Blvd
Carolina Beach
(910) 458-5568
Squigley's Ice Cream & TreatsA Squigley is like a blizzard from DQ - check that, a blizzard is like a Squigley - you choose your ice cream flavor and any number of toppings and they're blended in the Squigley machine. They also have fun shopping for the adults.
TopCoffee, Ice Cream & TreatsThe Island Ice FactoryThe Island Ice Factory makes homemade Gelato, Sorbetto and Italian Water Ice as you watch. They also have waffle cones (homemade of course), sodas and coffee.
TopPort City JavaPort City Java has all the great coffee drinks you expect, plus smoothies and baked goods. They’re located in the Pavillion Medical Center across from the Food Lion.
TopPleasure Island, NC Restaurant Guide
The Pleasure Island Vacation Guide will help you plan your next meal in Carolina Beach and Kure Beach, North Carolina. From hot dogs and hamburgers to sea scallops and sirloin, the Cape Fear Peninsula offers many dining options sure to please your palate. Browse our Pleasure Island Restaurant Guide to plan your next breakfast, lunch, dinner or treat.
The Harbor MastersThe Harbor Masters is the only area restaurant with a view of the marina. This island landmark serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, has a beautiful bar, and weekend entertainment.
TopSandwich Shops
Michaelangelo's
Pop's Diner
Sandpiper Subs
Zaaki Grill
Breakfast
The Harbor Masters
The Gulfstream
Port City JavaPop's DinerPop's Diner is an old timey 50s themed restaurant that serves award winning burgers, hot dogs, wings and sandwiches. They also have frozen chocolate dipped bananas and cheesecake for dessert.
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Pop's Diner
104 N Lake Park Blvd
Carolina Beach
(910) 458-7377
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