For three years, now, we have rented a house down the street for a week of the 4th, family…read morecelebration. Hang Ten is a MUST, several times each visit. Everything is made with love. Hope to see y'all next time!! {{*.*}}

The only thing worse than the slower-than-imaginable service was the temperature of the simple…read moreburger we ordered. Would rather eat prison food than return.

Amazing food, the best food ivehadin do long, only down sideis you have to pour your own drink and…read moreyou don't choose they only give you water

Fantastic experience at Salt Fish last night!! I celebrated my birthday dinner there, and I left…read morefeeling like family! The service was impeccable...met the owner, the chef, and Miranda my server was the best!! Def check them out if you're in the Wilmington area... the food at Carolina beach is hands down the best in the area!! Thank you for making my bday and spring break vacay amazing! My fave was the ahi tuna nachos!!! Love the Asian, Caribbean, tropical beach vibez!

Great place for coffee, cookies and premade food! It gets crowded so have patience, but it's well…read moreworth the stop.

I did not say you didn't have air conditioning. I said lack of. I tried to be as specific as…read morepossible. Like I said before my dogs have been inside your store for many years so you recently decided to follow a law that that is almost never implemented. Your employee even said they were about to post a sign outside. I did not write this review to make a DIG as you stated. I tried to let you know other specific issues that myself, friends and family had problems with. But honestly all I hear is excuse after excuse! Not a big deal... there are Numerous stores and restaurants here in the island that welcome our dogs.

Stopped in for lunch with friends who have numerous dietary restrictions. We ordered the same dish…read morethree different ways and they were super accommodating. Waitstaff was great and the location couldn't have been better (outdoors, just off the beach).

If you're looking for one of those places where everything just lines up--the weather, the food,…read morethe mood--this is it. Out on the pier at Tiki Bar & Ocean Grill, you've got a front-row seat to the Atlantic, and on a day like today, it doesn't get much better. Blue sky, sun hitting the water just right, and a breeze that reminds you why people have been coming to the coast long before fancy resorts showed up. Food Simple answer: they've got it dialed in. Fresh, well-prepared, and exactly what you want at the beach. No overthinking it--just good coastal food done right. That's how it's supposed to be. Service Friendly, easygoing, and attentive without hovering. The kind of service that makes you feel welcome but doesn't interrupt your view--or your drink. Atmosphere This is where they really win. Sitting out over the water with string lights overhead and waves rolling in? That's hard to beat anywhere. Now, yes--the beach itself has those big metal pipes running through for replenishment. Not exactly postcard material. But here's the truth: once you're up on that pier, looking out over the ocean, it barely matters. The view still does what it's supposed to do--makes you slow down and stay a while. Final Take Great food, solid service, and a view that carries the whole experience. Even with the beach work going on, this place delivers what a coastal spot should: good eats, cold drinks, and a reason to sit a little longer than you planned. If the weather's right, don't overthink it--grab a seat, order something simple, and enjoy it the way folks have been doing for generations.

The service was great, I just wish the food was a little better. The fried shrimp was fresh and I…read moreadmire that, it just wasn't the best shrimp tacos I've had. Again, loved the service but I'm thinking maybe I ordered the wrong thing

Drinks were great! Hush puppies were good. Ahi tuna board left a lot to be desired. The tuna had…read moreno flavor. The Category 5 Crab Dip was good but I could've done without the extremely hard covering of Parmesan cheese

Some places serve great food. Others nourish your soul. Kate's does both…read more From the moment you walk through the door, you're welcomed with genuine smiles and a warmth that makes you feel like family. Here's what makes this place so special: 1. The Food Many of you know how much I travel, and I don't say this lightly, these are the best Eggs Benedict I've ever had. Period!!! I ordered the Crab Benedict, while my wife enjoyed the California Benedict. Every bite was simply outstanding. 2. The People The entire staff is incredibly kind, attentive, and welcoming. Yes, you may wait 25 to 50 minutes for a table, but I can honestly say it's worth every single minute. Great things are worth waiting for. 3. Kate And then there's Kate, the owner. She is truly one of a kind. Her kindness, humility, and positive spirit radiate the moment you meet her. More than anything, her faith is contagious! We spent just a few minutes talking, yet her words left a lasting impact on both of us. As we were leaving, she handed us a small pin that read, "God's Got This." Wow... it was exactly the message we needed at that moment. Please take a moment to read her story in the attached photo. It's inspiring and a beautiful reminder that faith, hope, and love still exist all around us. From now on, every day can be "CB" day for me, because I'll gladly return to Kate's for what I believe is the best breakfast, served with the biggest hearts. Thank you, Kate, for reminding us that sometimes the greatest thing on the menu isn't just the food, it's the love, faith, and kindness that come with it. God Bless you, your family and your amazing team!!! 100% Recommended

I only got pancakes, so I can't speak to the other menu items. But the restaurant has pancake in…read morethe name so it seemed like a must. The sweet potato pancakes were insane. Perhaps some of the best pancakes I've ever had. They had nuts in them and were perfectly spiced. 10/10. Red velvet was good, the cream cheese icing was quite tasty but they weren't anything too special. And the apple pancake was my least favorite; the apple filling on top tasted like it came from a can. Super sweet and didn't taste fresh. But the pancake itself was still good. This place does not take reservations and I was told the line goes out the door in the summer. There was a large line even while we were there in the off season during a storm. So if you want to eat here on a weekend, or the weather is nice, proceed with caution and be prepared to wait (standing outside--there is no seating while you wait).

Excellent, freshly made donuts. So delicious! I'm not a huge donut person but these were soft with…read morejust the right amount of crunch on the outside. And the glaze was plentiful. This is a no-frills, open air store near the Boardwalk's rides and arcade. Staff was friendly and welcoming. I didn't have a long wait (only 1 person in front of me) but I hear there are sometimes lines here. Cash only! If I'm back in Carolina Beach again, this will be a priority stop.

This place is such a cool throwback. It's got a 1950s beach diner vibe, and the concept is as…read moresimple as it gets: fresh glazed donuts and cold milk. They're cash only, so make sure you bring some. We got a dozen donuts for $13, which is honestly hard to believe these days compared to places like Dunkin. The service was one of the highlights. The older lady who took our order was incredibly friendly and kept checking on us to see if we needed anything. She made the whole place feel welcoming and seemed like she genuinely enjoyed being there. One of my favorite parts was watching the donuts being made right after we ordered. Seeing them come out fresh made the wait worth it. They were served warm, and the dough was so soft and airy it practically melted in your mouth. The sweet glaze was perfect without being overwhelming, and the cold milk was the perfect pairing. I found out about this place through locals, and after eating here I understand the hype. The walls are covered with awards and news articles, including one recognizing them as the 2nd best donut shop in the country. I can definitely see why people rave about it. If you're in Carolina Beach, this place is absolutely worth the stop.

Was a little nervous about coming here because of the negative reviews but we had a great…read moreexperience. We waited 10 minutes to be greeted once we sat down but that's because the hostess didn't let the waitress know we were there. There was no wait to be seated because we called ahead and got out on the list. Our waitress was so nice and checked on us regularly and the food was great! I got the all you can eat crab legs and they were cooked perfectly and there was no delay with more. Just wish they had those tiny forks to help get the crab meat out. Women's bathroom was clean. Live band was playing which gave it an extra beachy feel. There was something questionable on the tv (not appropriate for kids), but I'm not sure if that's the restaurants fault really. Overall good experience and hope to return!

Great food and excellent service! They also have arcade games to keep the kids busy while waiitng…read moreto be seated. I highly recommend dining here!