Visited 3X so far. Food is very good…read more Service is very slow. Ambiance is better with the remodel.

Food and service are great. To get the specials though, go early, they sell out quicklyread more

Fizzy Jane's is the perfect spot to host a private party in Southport. The space can easily hold…read more100 people, there's ample parking, and the hardworking staff will ensure everything goes smoothly. The food is a cut above the usual buffet fare, and they can accommodate allergies with aplomb. Our holiday party group enjoyed crab dip appetizers (with GF crackers provided along with the crispy wontons) and a wonderful dinner of fresh apple salad, roasted carrots, honey shrimp, steak and mashed potatoes. Bar service is exemplary. I'm looking forward to a return trip!

Got here today right at 10:00. Another car show so we walked to have drinks and good. Luckily MRk…read morethe wonderful bartender hooked us up with the strong hibiscus margaritas once again. I had a turkey club it was decent. Fries on point like last time. Friends had bacon omelette and french fries. Mudic us always good and the best drinks! We love Mark!

First, I'd like to give a special shoutout to our waitress. She truly made the dining experience…read morememorable. She was funny, a little sassy, and had a great personality that made us feel right at home. Be prepared for a crowd! We visited on a Sunday evening and the restaurant was very busy and quite loud. We had about a 20-minute wait at 5:00 PM, so I can only imagine how packed it gets around 6:00 or 7:00 PM. For dinner, I ordered the flounder platter with Gouda potatoes and sweet plantains. Everything was excellent--5/5. The Gouda potatoes were especially delicious, and the flounder was perfectly crispy without being greasy. My son ordered the crab boil special and cleaned his plate, which says it all. My boyfriend had the fried oyster po' boy, and it was very good as well. Even my little guy ordered the adult portion of fried shrimp and finished every last shrimp and fry. Overall, the prices were reasonable, the service was outstanding, and the food was delicious. We'd definitely come back again!

Stopped here while vacationing on OKI- nice outside waiting area. Food was quite good- not what I…read moreexpected on the inside (a bit dated) but kinda cool fishing town vibe. Loved the idea for the kids' plate being a frisbee. My son said it's his favorite burger. Server was okay- not super friendly but granted they were very busy. Would definitely visit again.

Always amazing food and good service stays packed…read more Has a bar and a pretty good amount of seating

We recently had dinner at Tranquil Harbour and unfortunately the food didn't live up to the…read moreexcellent service. Our waiter and the staff were all friendly, attentive, and genuinely helpful throughout the evening. We started with the fried shrimp appetizer, which had far too much breading and overwhelmed the shrimp itself. The hush puppies were crispy on the outside but undercooked and doughy in the center. My husband and I both ordered the OKI Surf & Turf. The crab cake was the standout of the meal--flavorful and well prepared--but the filet tasted more like a sirloin than a tender filet. My mother-in-law ordered the scallops, which arrived undercooked and had to be sent back. While the kitchen quickly corrected the issue, the scallops that came back had a weird texture. We also had a Caesar salad and a garden salad. Both were fresh enough, but neither was particularly memorable. The garden salad included Asiago cheese, which overpowered the other ingredients rather than complementing them. $3 extra for each salad-- not worth it. The atmosphere was beachy and casual with tons of young families. The bar had an older crowd but fun. I would suggest that the bar should have a frozen drink machine or blender for frozen drinks. Overall, the service was great and the staff worked hard to make our experience enjoyable, but the food was disappointing and not something we'd go out of our way to return for.

Never disappoints, wait staff is the best of the best! Always friendly and food and service are…read moreterrific! Busier in summer an on weekends but not bad at all and worth the patience and wait.

Stopped by Midway Grille to pick up a to go order while in the area visiting friends. Located in…read morethe Lowe's Food shopping center, it is easy to find and has dedicated parking spaces out front. The have a nice variety list of menu items from Apps, Soups, Salads, Sandwiches Burgers, Entrees, Kids menu and a selection of coke products, beer & wine. Service was friendly and the restaurant was clean and inviting. I had the grilled meatloaf sandwich with sweet potato fries and a cup of soup of the day. The meatloaf sandwich was fantastic and the soup was hot and tasty, Definitely a place to stop by on future visits to the area.

Had them cater my son' graduation party. The food was so good! Service top notch! Everyone of our…read moreguest was happy and the best part THEY clean UP

This spot is fun for a quick and easy dinner option. You choose the boil and tell them the number…read moreof people, we selected the traditional. I enjoyed a beer while we waited which was not very long. We also left with a beer to use for our liquid to cook it in and cornbread muffins. The direction card made this so easy to cook. It took less than 30 minutes. The food was delicious and we devoured it all. Cape Fear Boil Company is a must visit in OKI.

While visiting friends on Oak Island they took us to Duffers. While our hostess wasn't the…read morefriendliest when we came in or when she sat us, our waitress was delightful as was the rest of the staff we came in contact with. Seating and ambiance was nice and certain areas of the restaurant have better views than others of the golf course or the ocean. Two of us got mixed drinks which were very good as was all the food we ordered. I would definitely go back to Duffers the next time we visit.

Conveniently located near Fort Caswell and with a very decent menu. We were a group of 10 people…read moreand everybody seemed to be enjoying their food. The shrimp and grits was amazing and that is the reason for the 4 starts ! The Tacos were kinda small and probably a bit expensive. The fish on the other plates looked ok. Service was good. I would probably come back k if I am in the area but just to order the shrimp and grits !!

Only an alignment of the proper elements can create the perfect gem. Such has happened @ Loco Jo's…read moreand these words are most appropriately chosen. People, passions, skills and caring are artfully combined at this outstanding intimate, charming and embracing gem of a Craft Bar and neighborhood fine dining experience! From reading/sampling the (creative does not do it justice) beverage menu, a diverse, succinct and dazzling offering of culinary knockouts (we sampled three) and the gracious hosts, we were... overwhelmed. We live in Tucson AZ and have frankly traveled in most states in this great country and journeyed to scores of nations across the globe. RARELY have we found a place that genuinely earns A BEST of THE BEST of Local Kudos. Loco Jo's does that and even more! But be advised, if you are looking for "same ole same ole" or "just like we had at ________" please do not seek it out. One final note, we really scoped out the room, tables and barstools. We were amongst folks who really were equally as discerning! Thank you Nikki & Chuck!

Wife and I had a quick trip to Southport. Chose Loco Jo's for our dining experience. It's a nice…read moreplace on the Main Street with its own parking area in a strip mall. Outdoor seating is available. Small tables inside and bar seating that was full. It seems the bar is a big hit. After reviewing the liquor menu, I see why. Some really good ones available. We were seated near the entrance at a small table. The server brought us water and took our orders after a few minutes. We ordered beef dumplings as an appetizer and we both ordered blackened ahi tuna tacos medium rare. The tacos come with chips and salsa. Our appetizer arrived fairly quickly and was great. As we were finishing our appetizer, our tacos arrived. From first glance they looked really good. Then everything kind fell after that. The flour taco shells were cold and looked store bought. The cheese was also similar to the store bought shredded Mexican blend. The sauce tasted like mayonnaise and ketchup mixed together. They use way too much purple cabbage with a nice portion of ahi tuna. The taste was ok. The cold shell and cheese kind of stole the flavor from the tuna. The salsa provided had a strange smoky almost chipotle flavor. I think. It left a strange aftertaste. We wanted to give this place a try. Not sure we'll be back. Our server was good. She was attentive and smiled. We still have her a cash tip that was pretty good. The restaurant has a great vibe and has a lot of regular customers, as evidenced by everyone greeting each other as they entered. Overall, I think three stars is fair. I recommend giving it a try, but not for tacos.

Great diner food. Service is like a well oiled machine. Terrific little spot. No bells and…read morewhistles, just good food.

We tried Wildlife Grill during a recent trip to Oak Island and both ended up ordering the BYO…read moreomelet. Both of our meals were served hot off of the grill and were obviously prepared by a very experienced cook. The omelet was perfectly cooked, flavorful, and the fillings were great. The shredded hash browns were definitely not up to the standard of the omelet as they were dry and just lukewarm. My toast was, well, toasted bread with a small dash of butter as expected. Service was friendly and efficient. The owner stopped by to introduce himself since he didn't recognize us. We both appreciated this. Wildlife Grill is your basic coastal grill and is far from fancy, so the personalized service made a big difference to us. I noticed that on the check that the price charged for our omelets did not match the price on the menu and there were no surcharges listed to account for the difference. Given the otherwise positive experience, I let this slide, but this was a red flag and something I will check for in the future.

New place with alternating chefs! I had Califlower steak…read more Everyone liked their flounder. Steak a little well done. It's hard to get med rare. We had a good time!

I can not recommend what this place has become. They call it Co No Mo which comes off as a slam on…read moreThe Cove. The food is okay but not good enough to endure the horrible service and the lack of professionalism from the bar tender. Not sure why she insists on smacking chewing gum while attempting to take orders and communicating with customers. The service seems rather emblematic of the ownership and overall lack of restaurant experience. I couldn't help but notice the lack of locals, especially at the bar. I give it zero stars, and I exaggerate.