Friendly server and cute vibes and view! The fish and chips were very good- not too much breading! Good drinks! read more

Fishy Fishy Cafe - Seafood Near Me - Southport, North Carolina

I've eaten here a few times and have generally enjoyed myself. The food is good, but the wait staff can be hit-or-miss. I've had great service and I've had terrible. With Southport being (mostly) seasonal, most restaurants suffer from short-term employees. That said, I give the service a pass. The atmosphere is good as well, pretty typical of waterfront dining. Give their chowder a try! read more

Delicious spot. Waited about 30 mins but we sat outside and it was beautiful. Service was great. Food was delicious especially the clam chowder! I would pass on their pasta but everything else was good. read more

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Had the Carolina boil, fish bites & strawberry daiquiris. Very disappointed & upset that when requested what the soup of the day was we were told it was tomato & cream. Was NOT told that it was red pepper tomato soup which I have a sensitivity to & became very ill from. This soup was not on the menu or chalk board but certainly in this day & age wait staff should be aware of telling patrons what the ingredients of meals are. Especially when asked! The fried green tomatoes was good & so was the seafood salad. read more

FFC has been a tradition for our family since we started coming together oak island before the turn of the century. Haven't thought to do a review til now. It's ALWAYS busy in the summer so get there early or you'll be waiting for more than an hour for parties of 5 or more. This summer was even longer! Parking is also a challenge but if you are patient a spot usually opens up. We got a table on the patio and everyone really enjoyed our experience once we got seated. For apps we got 3 to share with 6 people which worked very well for our group. Fried calamari Cajun mahi bites Buffalo shrimp I thought the the mahi bites were the best. The calamari was a little chewy, but everyone else seemed good with it. I'm not a huge calamari fan though anyways. My husband who normally doesn't like blue cheese really enjoyed the Buffalo shrimp so that's saying a lot lol. For entrées we got: Caribbean Grouper-which was the special and it was incredibly delicious. Fresh and flavorful. Probably one of the best entrées I've had at fishy fishy. Fish and Chips- a staple at fishy fishy and always good. Large fish portions and perfectly crispy. Shrimp and Grits -also a staple and something my daughter can't resist every time she comes. She says it's the best shrimp and grits from any restaurant she's had. Service is generally friendly and prompt. Can't recall ever having a bad service day here in over 25 years. I can't really fault them for being popular and waiting a long time for a table. They could probably do a better job estimating sometimes though. On this particular visit, they said 40 minutes and we ended up waiting an hour and a half. read more

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Worst fish and chips ever! I think they spilled the whole salt shaker in the batter. Maybe terrible just on this day but bad enough that I won't be trying it again! Fries were good so at least I got to eat something. I will say they have large portions and the restaurant it's self was clean and nice. My first and probably last time going there as I am on a low salt diet. read more

This place was packed and the wait was about an hour long. I was visiting so I am not sure if it's always like that, but my guess is that it is a pretty poplular spot. Funny, I have watched at least 1-2 movies and a tv show that all have this place and it's beautiful views since I have been here. Ok, down to business... 3 out 5 of us ordered the fish and chips, 1 had the clam chowder, rice and a side of bread, and 1 of had nachos. My favorite hands down was the bread. Sorry no photos but they were like these lil pillows of goodness, so warm and fluffy and either they had a touch of sweetness or the butter that they serve was like heaven. I also have NEVER had fried green tomatoes and was dying to try them. But because I do not know what the "standard" is to rate them against I am not sure it would be fair. They were fried in cornmeal which I believe is standard and they had a remoulade sauce on them. So I do not know if they are supposed to be crispy on the outside like fried pickles or if they sre supposed to be soft? These were soft and the remoulade gave it a tangy sour taste. I thought they were interesting but nobody else at the table cared for them. On to the fish and chips. This is most likely one of their popular dishes because it seemed like lots of ppl had them. But at out table, all 3 orders looked like they were 3 different things. I felt like Goldilocks and the 3 fish. 1. Looked battered, crispy and fried to a dark golden perfection. This guy loved it! 2. The other was slightly lighter but from what I hear it was still good according to my NON- FISH eating hubs. His was good!! 3. I'm the one who loves fish, and I'm not sure if it is because the fish was a very large piece and not your typical fish tender type, but mine looked fried but the batter was very greasy and not crispy at all and the fish inside just felt like a big hunk that was salty butwithout a lot flavor to me. They do give you vinegar and tarter sauce. I honestly think it was just me and my taste buds that day. But I couldn't get past that the coating wasn't crispy. It looked like it would be, but it wasn't. The cole slaw was also not a hit for me and tasted very bland. Take my experience and taste buds with a grain of salt because everyone else enjoyed their food. So I rate it a 3 because it was good, but not my favorite and maybe I shoulda opted for the fried shrimp or something else? It is cute as a button and I do think visitors should check it out if they are in town. read more

Fishy Fishy Cafe - Fish and Chips - Seafood Near Me - Southport, North Carolina

They have a serious roach problem. I've seen multiple dead ones underneath tables, seen some crawling around coming from the kitchen door. Absolutely disgusting!! read more

Beautiful views and truly top-notch waitstaff, but the food was average at best and not particularly memorable. I tried the fish special--the risotto was cooked perfectly, but the fish itself was bland and dry. The balsamic topping that was described was barely noticeable. MEH... read more

What a pleasant surprise to find a local seafood place which isn't all fried food. We had clam chowder, beautifully balanced smoke flavor combined with fresh sea taste. Texture velvety smooth from hearty amount of cream; potatoes retained the perfect texture. Shrimp and grits were well seasoned; the addition of okra was a nice twist and cooked to perfection , lost its slimy texture and retained the right amount of crunch. Even the humble broccoli was cooked to perfection. I added a squeeze of lemon which brightest it up and was a nice contract with butter and black pepper. Portion sizes are nice. Would visit again the next time we are in town. read more

Fishy Fishy Cafe - Clam Chowder with broccoli - Seafood Near Me - Southport, North Carolina

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Clean, reasonable pricing, good selection, great location and a busy but friendly staff. Fishy Fish is one of annual stops. The breeze off Cape Fear is delightful. My favorites are the Fish and Chips and the Fish Sandwich. read more

I am so happy that Fishy Fishy was able to accommodate our party of 2 with a table located inside as Southport was so busy. To start it was a beer for me, the bourbon orange crush for my husband and the crab dip to split. For our entrees it was the bacon wrapped stuffed shrimp for me and the fresh catch for him. It was all really good and so was the service. The only thing that we did not care for was the cocktail. This is a good spot to grab dinner and/or drinks on the water. read more

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We went here for lunch and sat outside in the beautiful sunshine with lovely views. Our server Miranda was "The best". She was Fun and personable. We ordered the bang bang shrimp tacos that were "perfection" and a bacon cheese burger that tasted like it came right off the backyard grill (sooooo good). We've been traveling for months and this was one of the best meals we've had along our journey. We'll be in the area for another week so we may have to come back one more time before we leave. read more

Fishy Fishy Cafe - Bacon cheese burger with sweet potato fries - Seafood Near Me - Southport, North Carolina

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Nice views Hush puppies were good but need to be served with a sweeter option rather than ranch (honey butter?it's available there) Blackened Mahi salad was good but needed more toppings like the pico, corn, beans. Crab cakes were very good, even though no lump there, I would get again read more

Seaside eating is a must when visiting Southport, and Fishy Fish Cafe is one of more spacious places on the water that visitors tend to gravitate towards. It has been used as a filming location regularly for movie and television productions over the years. As I'm not big on seafood and came here mostly for the atmosphere, I was pleasantly surprised with the lunch experience here. We went with the nachos, a chicken tender basket, and a salmon sandwich with side Caesar salad. The nachos were a huge portion perfect for sharing, and while it won't win any awards, were tasty for a place that specializes in seafood. Both the chicken tenders basket with fries and the salmon sandwich with Caesar salad were well enjoyed and much better than we were expecting. For a restaurant on the water with decent waterfront views, the kitchen delivers food in quality and flavor a notch above what you'd find at your average pub/bar. Service was quick and friendly, and checked in on us just the right amount. Overall I'd rate the food 3.5/5, but the views alone are worth the price of admission, so happy to round up to 4 stars for this enjoyable lunch experience at Fishy Fish Cafe. read more

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Our first time in NC Oak island was super excited to try some seafood and also our dogs first time in a restaurant where he was welcomed did have to wait about 10 mins for a table for outside seating but the hostess made sure to get us sat as quick as possible. We were very serviced as well wish I could of gotten the the servers name but over all 10/10 experience the music was great the vibes were definitely there everyone was so friendly hope I could come back sooner read more

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Came here for an early dinner with a party of four and was sat right away with no issues. Atmosphere is just about as seaside chic as you can get, distressed wood, bright colors, aluminum roof, it doesn't get any more stereotypical than that, but that's a good thing! You have the option of sitting inside or out, which is nice, but given the lateness in the year, we opted for the indoor option. Staff were kind, attentive and quick even as things were starting to pick up for the evening rush. We split the fried green tomatoes as a perfectly tasty and delicious appetizer to start, be careful not to burn your tongue though, they come out HOT! I got the Fishy Chimi for my main, which was a deep fried fishy delight. Also tried their chicken nachos, which on top of being delicious were enormous! You definitely get your money worth there. But affordability feels good here for everything, especially considering the quality you get too. Would definitely love to come back here in warmer weather and get to enjoy the outdoors while sipping on some refreshing drinks and trying more of the menu! Parking is pretty good in the attached lot, but it can get busy so show up early if you can. read more

Fishy Fishy Cafe - Fishy Chimi and fries - Seafood Near Me - Southport, North Carolina

Five star experience in every way! View cannot be beat. Service was impeccable. The blackened Mahi could have been a little more blackened, but that is a personal preference. The haddock sandwich was among the best I've ever had! read more

Fishy Fishy Cafe - Blackened mahi sandwich with fries and the haddock sandwich with salad - Seafood Near Me - Southport, North Carolina

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Dining at this restaurant is like slipping into a comfortable pair of perfectly worn-in shoes--you know what you love, what you don't, and exactly what to expect. It's familiar, reliable, and so very comforting. On our recent trip to Oak Island, we made it a point to come for lunch on Sunday right at 11 AM when they open, which is our favorite time to visit. We chose a seat outside on the patio with our dog, enjoying the view of boats coming in and watching the restaurant gradually fill up as the post-church crowd arrived. My wife absolutely adores their shrimp tacos, and for me, it's all about the classic fish and chips. The staff is always friendly, and the atmosphere is warm and welcoming--our adorable schnauzer was a hit, with many stopping by to say hello. We've made so many happy memories at this spot over the years, and it's always a pleasure to return. To those about to nosh, we not only salute you but envy that you're there right now while we're not! read more

Fishy Fishy Cafe - Shrimp tacos, crispy french fries, what's not to love? - Seafood Near Me - Southport, North Carolina

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We used to make this a definite stop every trip we made to the area, but the last few years we've experienced the quality of the food has really fell off and the prices remain extremely high. My favorite dish used to be the bacon wrapped stuffed shrimp. And I just think $27 for 6 overcooked shrimp and 2 sides is ridiculous. I understand seafood is usually market price but I just think 6 shrimp (very average in size) is not worth that much, maybe if they were large shrimp. And then more times than not, the service is not great. So sadly we won't be returning anymore. I hope this business turns around. read more

Brought my Neighbor today for her 76th birthday lunch. Got here a little after 11 it was already busy. We started with bloody Mary's and fried green tomatoes. Neither of us got a buzz and tasted no booze, but they were flavorful. Fried green tomatoes a must! We both had the grilled shrimp and scallops Carolina platter. Fries were crisp fresh and so worth the calories. I would have liked some seasoning on the seafood but it came with tarter and cocktail sauce. Our waitress was attentive and friendly. At noon this place had a wait, so best to come right when they open to be seated right away. Nice view of the water. But today was way too windy to sit outside. Bathrooms and clean, always a good sign. All in all I would come again. read more

Fishy Fishy Cafe - Carolina Seafood Plate - Seafood Near Me - Southport, North Carolina

We arrived around 1:45 on a weekday and were seated immediately with no wait. Our server Carrie greeted us and quickly had us beverages. Our party of 7 (6 adults and one 5 year old) all found something to our liking. Pros: 1.) Excellent service. Carrie provided great recommendations that our party enjoyed, including for vegetarian guests. Additionally, when one of our dishes was dropped while being delivered to the table, it was quickly remade and that person was given a side to enjoy while waiting for their plate to be remade. 2.) The food. From top to bottom, we enjoyed everything we ordered. The fish was well seasoned and well cooked. The crab cakes contained plentiful crab. The fries were crispy. 3.) The location. We sat outside right on the water with a view of the Oak Island Lighthouse. Cons: 1.) Each of the adults had an alcoholic beverage and the consensus was that they were okay, but not nearly as good as everything else on the menu. This is a very minor criticism, though, as everything else was exceptional! An excellent restaurant we visit every time we're in Southport! read more

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EddieZ here again.if you want some shrimp tacos or some killer fried scallops,give this place a try. We started out with a perfectly fried order of fried calamari that was outstanding.then came our meals as my wife and I looked at each other as to say,finally some good seafood. My tacos were so stuffed with shrimp I could only eat one and took the other with me. Finished off with a slice of key lime pie which was good.(Lauren our server)was excellent. read more

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We first visited fishy fishy about 2 years ago because my mom had seen a good review on TikTok, back then I think I had the flounder which is my safe go-to food when at a seafood place. It was super good and I also remember getting the crab dip and we DEVOURED it. This time, I got the shrimp and grits (~$23) which comes with sausage, bell peppers, and okra. It was a little spicy and honestly getting such a hot meal while eating outside was probably my own fault because it was hard to eat when it's 95 degrees out. It was super savory though and Brianna had a few bites and really enjoyed it as well. To drink I got the Southport Sunset (~$10) and it was superrr sweet, if you don't like the taste of alcohol I recommend this drink because you can't even tell it's a cocktail. For my side I had a basic house salad but it added 2 dollars to my meal, the ranch was slightly sweet. Brianna got the fried fish basket (flounder) with sweet potato fries (~$16). She likes the breading of the fish and the fish itself was good, she rates it 10/10 "it was the perfect fried fish to me, not too much breading, not too soggy." My mom got the appetizer nachos (~$14) for her meal and they smelled amazing. "They were fantastic, 10/10." I wanted to try them but honestly I was so full. I forgot to take pics of our appetizers, but we got spinach artichoke dip and calamari. My siblings BEGGED for the calamari so needless to say it was good. The spinach artichoke dip was very very creamy, I personally give it a 9/10 and the calamari 7/10. Overall, this place is kind of on the pricier side, but you do sit on the water and you can even park your boat there. I believe you get what you pay for. Service was very quick for a party of 9, and our waitress was very sweet and calm despite our party size ans how busy it was. 8/10. read more

Really a 3.5 than a 3. Place was packed so it must be good. Waited about 15 minutes on a Sunday evening 630pm. Not bad. Fish and chips was a solid choice, huge portion. I opted for grits in place of cole slaw. Food was slow to come out. Maybe the crowd? Only 2 in our party. My guest did not get the flounder part of his entree, which was a miss but he was a good sport about it when the server offered to correct it. It never came and we were ready to go. Fun ambiance right on the water. Hopping area, a bunch of restaurants right on the water. read more

Scallops had a strong ammonia odor and taste. Only are two - they did offer to replace after I said something to server. I looked it up, ammonia smell for scallops is bacterial breakdown, bad scallops. So a little scary. Rest of meal was ok. Not great, not terrible. Kind of location based read more

Had lunch here last week with my mother. We both had the clam chowder and split a basket of hush puppies. Both very good. Never had--nor tried--ranch dressing with a hush puppy before. Loved it. read more

Fishy Fishy Cafe - Clam Chowder - Seafood Near Me - Southport, North Carolina

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Love this place!! Been here a couple times and every time everything was excellent. The seafood tastes amazing and you can definitely tell that it's fresh. The outside seating is right on the water and it's so beautiful, especially during spring! Only thing that's kinda annoying is that there's 2 different menus, one for lunch and one for dinner. Unfortunately on of my favorite things on the menu, the Shrimp Pot, is only served at dinner. Wish they served everything on their menus at all times, but otherwise no complaints! Will definitely be coming back here when I'm in Southport! read more

Amazing view on the water. Great food and happy servers. I love this place Ask for Carolina. read more

The view was perfect. We had good service. They got the food out accurately and quickly even though they were very busy. The food was amazing. We all got different dishes and were all very happy. (Four different versions of the fisherman's plate). read more

Fishy Fishy Cafe - View from our table - Seafood Near Me - Southport, North Carolina

This is the kind of place I love at the beach, bright and cheery, on the water, casual atmosphere, clean, friendly people and good food! I had the Blackened Shrimp Low Country salad, the portion was perfect, a good size but not too much. The shrimp was tender and delicious. Sorry, I forgot to takes pictures, good reason to go back! read more

Stopped in at Fishy Fishy and really enjoyed it! The Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos were delicious -- great flavor and crunch. I just wish they had some fresh cilantro on top instead of only in the sauce. The Fish Chimi Basket with Mahi-mahi was super tasty and definitely underrated, just like our bartender said! Great spot overall -- I'd definitely come back. read more

Fishy Fishy Cafe - Lunch Menu - Seafood Near Me - Southport, North Carolina

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Great place to eat. The clam chowder is absolutely the best I've ever eaten. The service was great as well.

One of the staples of Southport in my opinion! Always get the fish and chips, and they never fail me. Drink was amazing too just cannot remember the name of it. Great view and great service! read more

Fishy Fishy Cafe - Seafood Near Me - Southport, North Carolina

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We took a road trip from our house rental in Holden Beach to Southport and a Facebook recommendation was fishy fishy Cafe. It lived up to the name. I had the flounder basket and my lady had the grouper sandwich which was a special. We sat right on the water and the food and ambience was fantastic. The server was prompt and informative and earned her 25% tip. Southport is a great town with a lot of good restaurants and this is certainly one of them read more

Loved it!! We both had a full fried fish dinner . Best fried fish I have ever had. Very meaty! The margarita was just the way I like it with a shot of Grand Marnier The view well we all know it was beautiful We will be back most definitely and we live in Wilmington read more

We had the clam chowder, mahi Reuben & the haddock sandwich. They were all delicious. Our waitress was so friendly and very attentive to our special needs. We had our dog with us & they made sure she was taken care of also. The restaurant overlooks the water & the decor is a lot fun. The fact that it looks just like it did in the movie Safe Haven makes it even better. If you're looking for a place with delicious food and a friendly staff look no further than the Fishy Fishy Cafe. read more

Spoke with Pam the manager and asked for her help in planning our engagement surprise. She was unbelievable in her ability and willingness to help. She took our pup Jasper and placed a "Will you marry my daddy" dog tag on his collar and Mare broke down with excitement!!! The food and service was amazing and I would never trade the experience that they afforded us in our special day!!! Highly recommend everything here!!! Having a private area in the back truly added to the ambiance of the restaurant!!! Thank you Pam and the entire staff at Fishy Fishy for a truly wonderful experience!!! read more

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Cool location and the views are great. The food was great also. Should've ate outside because the inside was just as warm! But other than that I would go again! read more

Food is awesome, service is very good and friendly, ambiance is amazing, especially sitting on the water front. We got there right at 11am when they opened, went right in, no wait. Aldo went back at 3pm a few days later and walked right. Shrimp tacos are amazing! read more