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    Captain's Kitchen

    4.7 (174 reviews)
    InexpensiveSeafood, Food Trucks
    Closed 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Lena M.

    Don't let the fact that Captain's Kitchen is a food truck fool you, they had their s**t down! We were greeted with an enthusiastic and welcoming "Hello!" We ordered at one window and waited for our names to be called. They only take cash here and include tax in their prices which is nice. They have coolers out front with drinks to pick from and a nice selection of sauces. Do note that this is a takeout spot. You can eat in your car, but they wrap it up pretty nice to take home (or to the beach) to eat. I came here to try the famous shrimp burger. I think I had a misunderstanding of what a shrimp burger would be. I thought the shrimp would be grinded into a patty, however the shrimp burger is just fried shrimp inside a burger bun with coleslaw. I wish I had gotten more bang bang sauce. The burger itself was pretty decent. I found the shrimp to be pretty plain, I was hoping for more flavor. The burger as a whole with the bang bang sauce was a nice combo, but not something I'd go out of my way to get again. I'm still really happy I tried it! The fries felt a bit older, but the hush puppies and fried pickles were good.

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    Suzanne C.

    I was in search of a good seafood sandwich and I found the Captains Table on yelp. I almost got the shrimp burger because the reviews rave about it but when I saw they had Mahi on the menu, I knew that's what I had to get!!! It was SO. GOOD. And the portion of fish that was given on my sandwich was unreal. It was light and flaky, just the way Mahi should be. They offer coleslaw on their sandwiches and have coolers nearby for sauces if you want added flavors. They are currently located in Salter Path area but their food truck will go back to Morehead in the fall. The service was super friendly and quick! And it's all outdoor seating or eat in your car but on this beautiful day, we sat out front on the provided umbrella tables. Thanks yall!

    Preston B.

    5/5 for a reason! This food truck is awesome! Check out their Facebook page to ensure you have the right location every day. Oysters and shrimp were both incredible. And the fried shrimp was probably the best I've ever had. Ridiculously delicate with the perfect level of breading. You won't find better fried shrimp anywhere!

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    Stacy W.

    Amaaaaazing. We came several times during our vacation and it was great every time. We only tried the shrimp burger and the scallop burger though. I got the scallop snack though because I didn't want the bun. The have a huge menu with crab cakes and other fish burgers. The scallops were my favorite. I was scared to try them because I've never liked fried scallops before. These were SO GOOD. They were lightly breaded and still juice. They were a nice size too. So goooood. The shrimp was good too. Def the best one we've had, but the scallops were the best. They have coolers outside the truck that are filled with various drinks too. They also have picnic tables you can eat at, but we ate in the car. The food came out quick and the employees were friendly. I miss this place already!

    Be C.

    OH EM GEE! This place was bomb.com I was charging my car, getting ready for my trek back to Northern Virginia. I was hungry and so I opened the app to go to Yelp! However, there was a food truck looking back at me. So I was like let me see what Captain's Kitchen "talm bout". SLAMMIN! SLAMMIN! The food is torch! The customer service is on point and the sauces... This food had me licking my fingers and smacking. And if anyone knows me, I hate when people smack when they eat. But I was alone in my car so I gave myself the liberty to act up. The only drawback was, I was leaving town and couldn't spin the block to get another taste. I ordered the shrimp sandwich with some fries and it did NOT disappoint. I'm such a foodie, I'd come back to this area just for the food. It was that good.

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    Amy E.

    I visit this food truck for a super shrimp burger every time I'm in Atlantic Beach! They're always friendly and the food is the best! I love the shrimp burger so much that I can't speak for any of their other food - I get it every time! They're in a large parking lot, so you can eat in your car, or there are also several picnic tables next to the road. There's always a line when I go - mainly locals - so you know it's good! Highly recommend the shrimp burger - and be sure to add slaw and pink sauce they have mixed up in the ranch bottle! You won't be disappointed!

    Crab cake, grouper, Shrimp Snack, Fries hush puppies
    Makayla S.

    By far BEST seafood in NC. Don't waste your money other places. Best cooked and freshest seafood we have had the whole time we have been here. Scallops were heavenly shrimp perfectly fried and can't say enough about how perfectly seasoned the crab cake was. Service was excellent, highly recommended if you don't want to waste your time!

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    20 days ago

    Totally lived up to the hype! Huge portions, tasty food and excellent service. I'll be sure to find them whenever I'm in the area!

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    10 months ago

    Food was delicious and ample. Service was quick and friendly. Placed an order for 12 people and it was prepared correctly and quickly.

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    9 months ago

    We eat there very often for breakfast and the food is great, great service and you can't find a better deal.

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    10 months ago

    Food was delicious. Flounder and scallop sandwich are by far my favorites. It's a must visit everytime we go down to the beach!

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    Great shrimp burger!!! More than enough to fill any big appetite! The place to go if you are REALLY hungry!

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    The owner was super generous with the shrimp in my shrimp burger! My order had enough shrimp for two servings. Tastes like it should!

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    The food is amazing and the people are very friendly and helpful! The restaurant is also clean as well as the restroom.

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    Ask the Community - Captain's Kitchen

    What comes on the Shrimp Burger?

    Slaw - good slaw. You can also add the Captain's special sauce, as well as a range of other condiments

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