Consistent and delicious. Great service! Fish tacos and Steak Picado con salsa verde are our go…read moreto entrees,

Summer weekends in Carolina Beach are no joke, and we should've known better than to expect a quick…read moredinner. Everywhere we checked had hour-plus waits, so when El Cazador quoted us 50 minutes on a busy Saturday evening, we gladly took it. We grabbed seats at the bar, cooled off in the AC (which was working overtime in the sweltering heat), and enjoyed a couple of drinks while we waited. A cold Pacifico with lime definitely hit the spot. By the time our party of seven was finally seated, we'd already made a dent in the chips and salsa. Thankfully, the food didn't disappoint. Portions were generous, prices were very reasonable for a beach town, and everything came out fresh and flavorful. The biggest surprise was spotting lengua on the taco menu. That's not something you see everywhere, so of course I had to order it. The tongue was incredibly tender and well-cooked. My only suggestion would be to offer a salsa verde or salsa roja with the tacos--they deserve something with a little extra kick to bring all the flavors together. Overall, great food, fair prices, and a solid option when the rest of Carolina Beach is packed. I'd happily come back, especially for those lengua tacos.

So good!!! We were able to walk over here from our Airbnb and it was so enjoyable! We sat inside…read morebecause it was a little steamy outside, and we were amused by the stickers and skateboards covering every inch of the restaurant. Our server was friendly and helpful. Since we were wondering how many tacos to get, I'll just say I think 2-3 per person is plenty. They do really pile them high, so 2 and some chips was great for me. My husband enjoyed 3 (we both loved the fried mahi, and the shrimp, and he also enjoyed the ground beef). These chips and guacamole were amazing- the chips almost tasted like Doritos and the guacamole was nice and garlicky! We were talking about these chips for days! The only have bottled water, so next time I'd probably just drink my own water bottle. Still highly recommend this spot!

TACOS 10/10 (we got the shrimp & the fried mahi) but we could have just ate 10 more each…read moreourselves!!! VIBES 10/10! Sky was a chill bartender!

We often get to-go from here. Quality burritos, they have a serve yourself sauce too so if you pick…read moreup make sure to grab some! The order online prices are inflated from ordering the store. You can save a few bucks by going in and ordering at the counter to take to go.

I've been a fan of Flaming Amy's for over 20 years, ever since my first tour to Wilmington. I was…read morelooking for a California style big burrrito and I found what would soon become one of my favorite restaurants. I love the vibe. It's the perfect mix of punk rock and hippie. I love that the teas are labeled with pictures of the rapper Ice T. and I love the food.

One of the best meals we've had since moving to NC!…read more We literally just left The Sandspur in Carolina Beach and I had to write this while it's still fresh because WOW. My husband and I are huge foodies, so exploring different restaurants and finding good food is basically one of our favorite things to do. We shared the duck tacos, shrimp & grits, and cheesesteak, and every single thing was delicious. The shrimp & grits were my favorite. The flavor was genuinely otherworldly. My husband's favorite was the duck tacos, which were incredible. And the cheesesteak deserves its own paragraph because this is officially the best cheesesteak we've had in the entire Wilmington and greater Wilmington area. We've tried quite a few, and this one absolutely takes the cake. The restaurant itself is really cute and has such a cozy, local feel. We went during locals season and it was perfect because it wasn't busy at all. We got to sit back, enjoy our food, and actually take our time (although it was so good we just shoveled everything in). We've tried a lot of restaurants since moving to North Carolina, and this is easily one of our favorite meals so far. Everything was flavorful, fresh, and just really well done. We'll absolutely be back. Although next time, I'm getting my own shrimp & grits because I will not share next time

"Delicious dive on Lake Park Blvd in Carolina Beach"…read more Came here for lunch on a Sunday at right around noon. The place is dark and kind-of makes you feel like you're in the bowels of a wooden ship. There's a large bar in the center, and a few tables around it, as well as a few tables outside in the back. We were seated right away. I ordered the hot honey shrimp wrap as well as the pickled veggies appetizer. My dining partner got the quinoa grain and greens bowl with blackened tuna. Our food came out in around 10 minutes. The hot honey shrimp wrap came with french fries, to my surprise (didn't see that mentioned on the menu), which were fine. The wrap itself was DELICIOUS. MAN, that hot honey was SO tasty, and the greens and corn batter on the shrimp really complemented it well. It is a very, very messy dish to eat with your hands, so be prepared, but it's well worth the sacrifice. The pickled veggies were local and very tasty-- also a very good value for $5. My dining partner really liked her bowl and the tuna in it as well. The staff were quite attentive, regularly checking in, filling drinks, and clearing dirty plates. Only caution is that a lot of the batters are corn-based, so be careful if you have that allergy. Overall, would very happily come back-- great in all respects. I recommend highly!

Amazing restaurant very small and quaint. Creative island cuisine with a twist. One of our favorite…read morerestaurants to visit when in Carolina Beach. Must make reservations

Great food, interesting menu working around seafood. Local is small and very busy, get…read morereservations for sure, at least until tourist season is over at Carolina Beach

I'm not a fan. We went here because it was vey close to our parking spot…read more Pros - Large drink menu - Lots of items on the food menu - Inside and outside seating Cons - Food is just okay - Service was terrible (more below) - Drinks were okay Food - Tried the cheese dip, camarones Ala diablo and taco salad. Cheese dip was good. Taco salad wasn't great (steak meat was chewy). Camarones Ala diablo was a solid 3 stars, but it was hot as hell. I love spicy food, but it is hard to enjoy when your eyes are tearing up and snot is coming out of your nose. Drinks were okay. The bartender put too much spice around the rim. The condensation was causing it to drip down the glass, making a hell of a mess. Service was terrible. Were were the first people there for lunch. One table that came in 10 minutes after us, changed twice while we were there. The waitress was MIA multiple times. There is another Mexican restaurant in Carolina Beach that is just a few blocks away, which is much better. I doubt I'll be back.

I went in all because earlier in the day, I saw they had Elote in a cup... and I've never had it in…read morea cup before, always on the cob. The chips and salsa was delicious. Salsa wasn't spicy, which is how I prefer it. There was an awkward wait being seated, as I was greeted by the bartender, then she disappeared, then greeted me again and finally told me I could sit anywhere I like. I grabbed a menu and had a seat and a different employee came to get my order. She was very nice and attentive. The inside was bright and lively with music playing. They also have outdoor seating available, but it was pretty windy outside with a storm coming in, so it was empty. The only downside to this restaurant is that there is only about 3 spots for cars to park near the entrance, as their parking lot to the left is completely blocked off with concrete barriers and the parking lot to the right is solely for the restaurant to the right of this one. I ended up having to park across the street in the pay-per-hour parking. That's a bummer.

Absolutely amazing service and food. Food came out quick and fresh, would 100% recommended eating…read morehere with friends/family. Server was amazing and made sure our experience was perfect. Outside seating was quite enjoyable aswell.

Convenient location with paid parking. There's outdoor seating (with the big fan thing - super…read morethoughtful for outdoors), indoor seating, and a small bar. We sat at the bar. Immediately greeted by a super friendly bartender who was also waiting tables. From the hostess to the food runner to the waitstaff... all super friendly and very attentive. Ordered raspberry lemon drop martini that was good (super sweet) and a spicy margarita of some sort - so so good. Highly recommend. Also ordered some type of tea drink that was okay. Ordered calamari that was yummy with a delicious Thai sauce. Got the Cobb salad with grilled chicken and the scallops (subbed fries for the rice) that came with a corn/edamame succotash that was great. The food was terrific. Very nice spot! Would come again.

Fun atmosphere and great bartender. Devin was fun to chat with and was very helpful with…read moresuggestions for ordering. We had an amazing oyster special! The special included 3 varieties from NC. Also had yummy shrimp and wings! Highly recommend if you are in CB.

Awesome spot for some great seafood. This is chain, but don't feel like it at all. When we were…read moretold it was a chain, we were shocked. Doesn't give that feel at all. It's a small place with a long bar and some high tops. It was very busy the entire time we were there with people even posting outside for a table. We sat at the bar. The service here is fantastic. Super friendly and constantly checking in on you. They work as a team. They add to the vibe for sure. Ordered the Michaelada and a margarita. These were both delicious. The beer based drink comes with an oyster. Added hot sauce to it to make it extra spicy. The margarita was tasty. We didn't order apps as we opted for a boil bucket - don't remember the name. It came with oysters, clams, streamed shrimp, corn, and crab legs. It was $75 and was plenty for two people. There was an additional $2 or $3 charge for steaming the oysters. Didn't get a pic as we tore into the bucket. All was delicious. Would come again!!!

This is a local joint! Located in main area. Not sure about parking as we took an Uber. Originally…read morewas going to go to another place next to this, but our driver said this is the better place. He wasn't lying. Super chill vibes and there are lots of locals. Super casual. You seat yourself. There's a bar, booths, and high tops. Regardless of where you sit, you will be greeted by some terrific people. Service is amazing. So incredibly welcoming and friendly. It's like they have known you forever. They constantly check in to make sure all is good. We ordered a skinny marg (delicious and no marg mix - fresh squeezed juice), a cucumber/jalapeño tequila w/club, and a screwdriver that was in special. Check the specials as they have lots going on. Drinks were terrific. Ordered the wings and onion rings (wings and rings - not in menu but should be - just made it up as typing). Onion rings were good. Just basic frozen ones. But these wings - yes!!! You can tell why they won awards. Absolutely delicious. We ordered 12 and were able to get two sauce flavors. We got the garlic buffalo (get this) and the hot honey mustard (get these too). Seriously, delicious. Don't skip this place! It's pretty wonderful.

Great experience overall! Kennedy was an awesome waiter--friendly, attentive, and made sure we were…read moretaken care of. The restaurant was very clean, the food came out hot, and the drinks were nice and cold. I had the boneless tenders with the Texas Pete honey drizzle, and they were excellent. The fried shrimp and mozzarella sticks were really good too. Portions were a little small for me, but the quality and flavor made up for it. Loved the laid-back beach vibe and family-friendly atmosphere. If you're in the area, it's definitely worth stopping by!

What a gem! The food was delicious, the drinks were even better, and the view stole the show…read more Everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and well-prepared, but the real highlight was sitting by the river and taking in the scenery. If you're planning a visit, go around sunset. Watching the sun go down over the water with a great drink in hand makes for an unforgettable experience. Whether you're looking for a date night spot, a place to catch up with friends, or just a relaxing meal with a view, this place delivers. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in town!

I've eaten at this restaurant many times during the summer months last year, and the food was…read moreexceptional. I was so happy to have such a good restaurant at Blakslee Air Force Recreation Center. When I recently read several negative reviews, I was honestly surprised because that hadn't been my experience. Last month, however, my family and I ate here and ordered two seafood platters and a shrimp dinner. Unfortunately, the food was nothing like it had been the previous year. Everything was over-fried, and for the price we paid, it was very disappointing. I chose not to leave a review because the restaurant was extremely busy, the staff seemed overwhelmed, and I assumed they were simply having an off night. I stay here for one week every month during the spring and summer. This trip, my family wasn't with me, and I was looking forward to enjoying dinner here again. I ordered the shrimp dinner, which came with only 10 small shrimp, French fries that had clearly been refried, and a cucumber salad that had no flavor. I don't normally order fries, but I remembered how fresh they used to be, so I made an exception. Sadly, they were not fresh and tasted like they had been cooked twice. It disappoints me to write this because I genuinely enjoyed this restaurant in the past and wanted to see it succeed. Unfortunately, the quality has declined significantly compared to last year. Based on my recent experiences, I won't be dining here again for the rest of the season. I truly hope they can return to the quality they once had.