The service is always great. The owner the most friendly person I think I've met in a long time. She is a gem for sure. And the burger , oh my it's the best burger in Brunswick County. Fries are awesome too. Fast service. If you haven't tried , you should make it a must on your list. Get the Double Cheeseburger Combo. Very reasonable read more

The food was tasty and cooked well. We had the Philly cheese steak combinations with fries and tea. Everything tasted fresh and the staff was very friendly. It has a classic diner atmosphere and the staff was attentive to keeping their establishment clean. We will be back for more classic Americana food. read more

Mankins is a must for my family when we vacation in Holden Beach. I haven't been to HB since 2020 and it seems like the menu changed a little bit. There were more menu items, which is a great thing! I always get the big burger all the way (chili, slaw, mustard, and onions.) it came with two patties and cheese as well. The fries were the perfect crispiness and the burger never disappoints! Service was pretty fast. They make everything to order. There is some seating inside, but not a lot. I can't wait to go back next year! read more

Mankins Causeway Cafe - Mankins burger all the way - Cafes Near Me - Supply, North Carolina

Excellent food and service! This place is awesome! The prices are decent and well worth it for the freshness!

Fresh food. Nice people. Reasonable prices. AND, Heather is kicking off breakfast menu! read more

I've visited this place a few times and am greatly impressed with the service, food, and menu. Prices are very reasonable and food is great and service is excellent. Definitely will be back! read more

Very good decent food. Always crowded with locals it seems. Had the burgers and fries. Hit the spot.

overpriced and bland...all extras are up charge. Tomato, onions, pickle all extra dolla!! My burger fries and drink were 17 bucks and not good read more

Absolute trash. You would think that a café at the beach would have a good fish sandwich right? Absolutely not. It's frozen squares, just like McDonald's! The first one they served me was so hammered I took it back. They made another but I could only eat a couple of bites. Server said people go there for the hamburgers and offered me one to go. Service was nice but it's a big pass from me, I'll spend my money somewhere else! read more

Menu as of June 2022 Called ahead to be safe, glad we did! Line was long and filled with mostly local customers. Everyone was very friendly. Atmosphere was like being at your local neighborhood BBQ and the food was top notch. If you don't mind the little wait and limited seating this spot is amazing for grab and go lunch to take back to the beach! Burgers, Dogs, Chicken and Fries everyone will find something they enjoy at Mankins! read more

Mankins Causeway Cafe - Menu as of June 2022 - Cafes Near Me - Supply, North Carolina

Locals know Mankin's Causeway Cafe is the place to go for great hand-made burgers. Open only from 11:00 am until 2:30 pm, Mankin's is definitely worth a stop if burgers, dogs, and fries are your jam. The cafe is small and no-frills, but clean and efficient, with an A sanitation rating and friendly staff. You wait in line, order at the counter, and then find a seat or get it to go. If you opt to dine in, they'll call your name and bring the food to you when it's ready. The menu is limited, and there's only one laminated copy of it at the counter where you order. The hamburgers are hand-formed on site, and cooked to order. You'll wait a little longer, but according to my husband and nephew, it is absolutely worth it. Crisp fries also received high marks, and comparisons with one of the leading fast food chains were heard. read more

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Eric Hussey 1018 points 2 hours agoMankins has been a staple for every vacation since it has opened. It has been a great experience with great food, at reasonable prices. Since it has come under new management, the quality has gone down, and the prices have gone up. We ordered 2 cheeseburgers, 1 hotdog, and 2 drinks. This was $30. The main problem I have with this is the food was bland. Nearly flavorless. I'm sad to say that this will be the last time I come to Mankins. Edit: since you can't respond to a response, I shall edit this response. I am quite familiar with Mankins. I remember when Barnicle Bill's was here. My wife and I each got a cheeseburger, my 4 year old ate half of your hotdog and we had 2 soft drinks. I have eaten at establishments in Holden beach for 30+ years. I am pleased that you finally responded 9 months after I posted this review. It shows that it really isn't that important to you. I guarantee you wouldn't be able to pick me out of a lineup if you saw me. Not that you will at this restaurant again. Hopefully, all future patrons have a better experience moving forward. Pro tip, a little less salt in the comments, and a little more on the food next time. Service Dine in Meal type Lunch Price per person $10-20 1 Response from the owner 2 hours ago Eric, how could I ever forget you?! I never will. I knew the moment you left our restaurant that you were going to be a keyboard warrior. If you know anything about the history of Mankins, then you would know that you always get the big burger combo, and add the hotdog. BUT, you didn't!! Thank you for your review, and confirming what I already expected from you!! Originally posted to Google, but it has magically disappeared. read more

This is an excellent unassuming little place. My kids cannot come to the beach without at least one chicken tender meal from Mankins. The fries are very good, and the burgers are made fresh daily-no frozen patties here. The people who work here are always friendly and helpful. Prices are reasonable. They will do take out too. Highly recommend. read more

It's one of those small 9 table restaurants, but packed with flavor. Hamburgers are cooked to order. My husband had one and let me taste it. Juicy and of course he got it "all the way" (mustard, onion, chili, and homemade slaw). I had the footlong "the way", 6 napkin hotdog. Fries tasted fresh and nice and crispy. You have to go to the counter to get your order in. I will be back. read more

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This place has been a mainstay on the causeway here forever, it seems. Place always seems busy at peak times, even in the off season. The chili dog here is very good, though perhaps not the best on the beach, but still worth a stop just to try one, The Cheeseburger here is exceptional, nice crusted patty off the well worn grill, great flavor - not the biggest in the world, but worth the price. The French Fries are simply awful, skip them - get some chips. Holden Beach Icon - stop in. read more

Mankins Causeway Cafe - Their classic Southern chili dog - very good, but not great. - Cafes Near Me - Supply, North Carolina

Best burgers at the beach!!! The patties are HUGE and cooked perfectly and the fries are fantastic as well!!! I'm sorry I didn't start going here on previous trips to the beach. read more

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Food is yummy and the cheesesteaks are the best. Heather is the nicest and never forgets a face or name. My favorite at HB

Love this place. It's a small, locally owned and operated business with delicious hotdogs and hamburgers. I love the Big Boy double cheeseburger meal. It's hits the spot. read more

Great burgers cooked perfectly and friendly, courteous people. Very simple place with reasonable prices by beach standards. I had a double cheeseburger all the way which was surprisingly large when you consider the price of the meal. The burger was delicious. Nothing fancy. Just an old-fashioned burger cooked to perfection. read more

Alright food, but very long wait and got sick after. We watched as meat from a giant Tupperware bin was put on the grill without employee washing their hands or using gloves. Also stood in store for quite some time before being acknowledged for order. Both employees didn't seem in a particular rush as a long line formed outside. Several customers were complaining they'd been waiting over 30 minutes even after calling in orders. read more

One of the charms left in Holden Beach, great place. Food is cooked to order and the ladies are always on point. Go and see for yourself.

We tried Mankins for the first time a few days ago and I was highly disappointed. There is a better family owned business in Shallotte (right down the road) that serves up tastier fare! During this health crisis, you would think that all service type establishments would adhere to the law of wearing masks when out in public. Not only did the two ladies working there not have on any masks or gloves, my husband was the only customer there wearing a mask to pick up our order. I work in the health business and because of them simply ignoring wearing a mask to help stop this virus, we will NEVER return. What you do on your personal time is your business. Wear a mask or not - I don't care. But when you are in public and preparing my food, it is a must and don't forget, it is also law. read more

I remember the first time when somebody told me to try Mankins I thought they were joking considering that I'd seen the small trailer-like building before and thought nothing of it (this was years ago). Turns out I was missing out because Mankins has the best burgers of Supply/Holden Beach. I normally get the "Big Burger" with a side of fries. This year was my first time coming since the ownership changed, but it was still great! I will definitely be back in the future. read more

This place has one of the best hotdogs I have found! We ordered 20 hotdogs and a few burgers for our crowd and they gave us a whole bottle of Texas Pete to go with it. The fries are the shoestring kind that are really good as well. I would highly recommend trying this place! Top notch service!! read more

This small family operated lunch spot was a treat! Food was delicious and service friendly! Will definitely go back.

I've been going to Mankins since we moved to Holden Beach 5 years ago. The burgers are pretty good, but, it seems that every time I go, the wait gets longer. I told myself the last time I would not be back after a 35 minute wait for a burger. Today, it was 58 minutes. 2 burgers and fries. After the 30 minute mark, 4 people came in and ordered at the counter, they got their food and all four ordered basically the same thing I did. What I did notice during my hour of standing at the counter is, if they knew your name, you got your food ahead of other orders. To close, I will say this. No burger, at a burger joint, should take 58 minutes. Standing at the counter, I over heard call in orders so I knew who ordered. And sure enough, they came and went while I stood there. Oh, did I mention that they were not overly busy??? I could have driven to Burg-Dog in Shallotte, had a better burger and been home before I ever got my food. Well, people, just consider this a warning. Third time at a long wait was the charm for me and I will not be going back. Life's to short to wait an hour for a basic burger read more

First time eating here. Went in and immediately greeted. Both ladies there were nice and attentive. Ordered breakfast 2 eggs bacon hash browns toast and a tea. All was great tea wasn't over sweet and give everything a 5 star except the price a little over 8 dollars for that. But then again it all was made fresh to order, so be it. Will I go back? Yes probably so due to the attitudes of the people. Small local place. read more

Myself and four other very hungry guys were craving a hamburger and stumbled into this place. It doesn't look like much from the outside, or inside, but the Big Cheeseburger was REALLY good! We all got the Big Cheeseburger (two hamburger patties) and we all chose not to order it "all the way" (includes chili and cole slaw). Each burger was made fresh to order. They were similar to "Five Guys" and we have been talking about how good they were all week. Fries were good too. Highly recommend. Didn't give it 5 stars since they aren't open for dinner and the wait was a little long (but ultimately worth it). read more

We love Mankins!!!!! It just a small little restaurant right before the bridge that leads to Holden Beach but the food is yummy!! We love the hamburgers and onion rings! We always make several stops to Mankins while vacationing! read more

Terrific burgers but short hours. Fries are just like McDonald's. Would definitely go again.

Love this place! One of the mainstays on the HB Causeway! Great chili dogs as well as burgers! Get their footlong combo with fries and a drink for less than $5! read more

Excellent burgers at a great price! Watched him make it fresh right there- formed the patty & all! Super friendly surface & a steady stream of customers even in the off season. Right over the Holden Beach bridge! We'll be back! read more

The hamburgers, French-fries and onion rings were really good and freshly made. The downside was a few fruit flies flying around and there are no high chairs. We had to hold our hyper 1 year old while eating lunch which wasn't ideal. read more

Would have been four stars if it wasn't for how slow the service was. Good food, but took over 30 minutes to get our food. They were busy, but too slow for 3 orders. Watched a lot of potential business come in and walk back out. read more