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Cool spot along the water. The food was pretty good, I got the fish and chips which were good but not the best I've had. The wife got the strawberry salad, that was really tasty! Lots of outdoor seating.
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.
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.
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.
The seating was fast , fun setting! The service was amazing. We received our food fast and it was delicious. My husband had the Surf and Turf . They had no problem substituting the Cole slaw for what ever side he chose. I will definitely be making this a priority on my next trip !
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.
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.
A very pretty restaurant with a wonderful view. Our apps were amazing. The puppies were light and moist. The crab dip was great. My po boy was one of the specials for the day and while everything was good it definitely was missing a sauce to bring it all together. The service was consistent but not to much
Friendly server and cute vibes and view! The fish and chips were very good- not too much breading! Good drinks!
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.
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.
Reviews are mixed. Many highlight the fresh seafood dishes and the waterfront atmosphere, with a lively vibe and generally friendly staff.
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Right by the water in Southport with outdoor patio seating. It's great on a sunny day. I ordered a Key West lemonade; it hit the spot on a hot, humid day. The food was delicious; I had shrimp tacos with coleslaw. Mmm! Our waitress was very friendly and very efficient. Parking is located across the street. Thanks for a great lunch! read more
2 months ago
A Southport must! It's super popular for a reason. We love the views of the water and the option to sit outside for the ocean breeze. My favorite dish is their shrimp salad with a warm bacon vinaigrette, it's so unique but fresh and delicious! read more
28 days ago
the Red Oak double battered fried cod sandwich was absolutely fantastic I highly recommend it read more
19 days ago
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
5 months ago
1 year ago
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
2 months ago
5 months ago
The seating was fast , fun setting! The service was amazing. We received our food fast and it was delicious. My husband had the Surf and Turf . They had no problem substituting the Cole slaw for what ever side he chose. I will definitely be making this a priority on my next trip ! read more
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
1 year ago
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
5 months ago
A very pretty restaurant with a wonderful view. Our apps were amazing. The puppies were light and moist. The crab dip was great. My po boy was one of the specials for the day and while everything was good it definitely was missing a sauce to bring it all together. The service was consistent but not to much read more
7 months ago
2 months ago
6 months ago
Friendly server and cute vibes and view! The fish and chips were very good- not too much breading! Good drinks! read more
3 months ago
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
1 month ago
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
3 months ago
I ordered shrimp and grits. My boyfriend ordered fish and chips. We got hushpuppies on the side. What a DISAPPOINTMENT. It's was over priced for below average food. Not good views of the water and the service was terrible. The shrimp and grits were room temperature and tasted really good. The fish was soggy and slightly warm. The hushpuppies were jalapeño hushpuppies which we were not informed before we placed the order. They had no actual flavor in them. Not a fan. Overall a waste of time and will choose Swains next time. read more
1 year ago
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
8 months ago
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
2 months ago
5 months ago
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
1 year ago
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
4 months ago
4 months ago
Stopped by Fishy Fishy Cafe while visiting Southport, and it did not disappoint! The food was excellent, service was great, and everyone at our table loved what they ordered. Such a fun waterfront atmosphere and a perfect place to enjoy a meal with family and friends. Highly recommend! read more
4 months ago
The crab cakes were ok not the best but still good the potatoes were great and the green beans were great!! The service was great!! read more
10 months ago
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
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
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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Southport, NC 28461
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