I've gone to Shagger Jacks a bunch of times the food is always good and great service. Will definitely go back so give it a try I think you'll like it. read more

We really enjoyed ourselves. It was a great place to bring our dogs. They were smart and knew exactly where to seat us- with the puppies. A really great joint to eat. The only two downers the frozen drink machine was not working, and my strawberry daiquiri was watery.- but the bartender did warn me! Also our server forgot our appetizer - she was very apologetic and tried to make up for it. But we still had a great experience and the food was delicious. read more

food was just okay. service was just fine. not a terrible experience but not a wonderful one either.

Nice atmosphere, extensive food selections and friendly service. Recommend highly! We visit this establishment often.

had dinner here while on vacation food was good. Staff was good. Definitely plan on going back.. it was nice to have a drink from small bar beside restaurant in nice little quaint shack strawberry daiquiri was excellent! read more

This place is a gem. Second time here. It's always so busy so we usually come during the late afternoon. Our waitress was so sweet! We got some appetizers and they were great! Bang bang shrimp was super good though I wish they were tossed in the sauce! The fired pickles were so good! Lightly battered so you really got that pickle flavor! I got the fried oysters. They were really good! Crispy with a great oyster flavor too. Not too greasy. It came with fries which were great! Well salted and super Cristy! They are skinnier fries. I finished the meal with a piece of chocolate cake and man was it good. Super moist and fluffy. The icing to cake ratio was perfect. It reminds me of lava cake without the chocolate inside. We will definitely be back when we are in the area! read more

We had take out. I wish the 5 pm deadline for take out was listed in the website. I tried to call another nights and was unaware of 5 pm deadline. A sign is posted at the bar which doesn't help unless you are coming in or a regular customer. The food was good - not amazing but fine. I'd like to try eating I. Next time I am in area. read more

Great place to chill and have a drink. Tacos are amazing and our BarTender Lilly was the best. Ask for a local Bloody Mary. Will not disappoint read more

Shagger Jacks - New American Near Me - Oak Island, North Carolina

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Great coastal atmosphere, friendly server, fish and chips, shrimp and grits were amazing!! The only reason it's a 4 star rating was the key lime pie was a dinky size-but delicious. read more

Second chances! I believe in second chances even though we rarely get them in our lives. So when we do, we should embrace them fully and acknowledge the rare gift of a second opportunity to change an emotion or thought , expression, perception or action. As an actor, I've always loved callbacks! Another opportunity to assess and showcase your talents for a particular theatrical production. As a father, it was great to have a second child and see if I could do better the second time around with discipline, time together and nurturing. As a friend, I have always welcomed a reconciliation with hopes that a friendship can flourish with a second chance after a falling out or disappointment which is bound to happen over a lifetime with someone. Sometimes second chances don't work out. I had a very negligent and absent father. After years of non-communication and a few years of therapy, I made an attempt in my mid-20s to reconnect with my father and create a relationship. Some people never change. He was as selfish and self-indulgent as ever and had absolutely no interest in me or my life. No regrets, but that second chance sucked! This was not the case when I recently dined at Shagger Jack's on Oak Island. It has become a running joke in my family that my daughter and son-in-law love that place, But my Mom and I hated it because we thought it was too expensive and the portions were too small. So over the years, I have always teased my kids about going there and always refrain from returning there to dine. Well it was just me and my daughter for dinner recently on Oak Island and when Daddy told her she can go anywhere she wants, she picked Shagger Jacks! I had a completely different experience this time than I did the last! Although the parking lot was packed, I found a space nearby and we got seated really fast at a nice table for two. The service was quick and courteous and although I remember the prices being high, in reality, the prices at Shagger Jack's were not that much more than other places on the island and that's just the way it is with restaurants these days; especially nice ones. We ordered green fried tomatoes as an appetizer and I was impressed and surprised at the hearty portion they brought and how delicious they were. Yum! Then our main meals came. I ordered the seafood pasta. My daughter was in shock because I usually only eat pasta with marinara sauce but this one came with a cream sauce. When the plate arrived it was overflowing with everything I love when it comes to seafood and pasta. The portion was so big that I only ate half and took the other home which was inhaled the following afternoon. Devon's sea bass dish was also delicious because I tried some lol. She was so happy to see that I was changing my mind about this place because I know how much she loves it. By the time we finished our dinner, the place had thinned out and we had a nice lovely conversation including how much we enjoyed the meal! My daughter loves it when she is right and I am wrong! And so I'm glad I gave Shagger Jacks a second chance. Easy to park, short wait for a table, lovely staff, quick but not rushed service, large portions, delicious food and walking distance to the ocean! I know my daughter has raved about the tacos there as well, so check it out. I would have to say at this point I am becoming a fan of Shagger Jacks and would definitely go back to try another dish. Life fairly presents you with a second chance, and in this case. I'm really glad it did! Bon Appetit! read more

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Fabulous experience from beginning to end!!! Good, service and ambiance were all great!! Everyone was so kind!!! read more

We really enjoy Shagger Jack's! The food is consistent, the staff is friendly, and the place gives off beach dive vibes. I really like how they serve kids, with kids meals showing up in a frisbee. read more

One of the best experiences that we've had at Shaggger Jack's was due to Jordan or otherwise known as Jojo. She was a bright light in a otherwise non-busy local restaurant on Oak Island. One that we have frequent many times but not had as great a service as this. The food tonight that was delivered happened to be vivacious and full of flavor as well as the drinks were strong and beers were plentiful If you're looking for a nice chill local place, come to shager Jack's, then head over to solo brewery afterwards for a nice Bavarian pretzel and some music read more

Great atmosphere , great service ,GREAT food !!! We went just before the lunch crowd , before we left there was a wait line forming. Get there early ! A hidden GEM !!! Will be back !! read more

Chill, beachy vibes and looks like this is where the locals go! My kids and I were on vacation and was feeling a crab boil. They did not disappoint. Great service. We've been here twice but show up early they do get busy quick, another good sign! There is an outside Tiki Bar for those waiting for their table; a nice touch. read more

Ordered the Flounder sandwich and the fish wasn't completely cooked. That's completely unacceptable

Basic beers on tap. Very limited lunch menu. Very rustic inside. Nice staff gives this otherwise unimpressive eatery 2 stars. read more

Shagger Jacks - New American Near Me - Oak Island, North Carolina

Incredible service and excellent food. Fun place. Had the fried fish, haddock, sandwich. It was a huge piece. . The fish and chips would have probably been too much for me to eat. I very much appreciate the servers advice on that. Had a great time. Will return when I'm back in town. read more

Fantastic seafood-heavy restaurant...exactly what's needed in a flip-flops & tank tops beach vacation town! Service at the bar was friendly and efficient in spite of a big lunch crowd. The shrimp & grits were phenomenal with a unique lightly-spiced cream sauce, and the grouper bites were deep-fried perfection. Don't skip the gouda potatoes for a side -- they were cheesy, creamy deliciousness. 100% recommend. read more

Shagger Jacks - New American Near Me - Oak Island, North Carolina

The Shrimp tacos are delicious and the staff is friendly as well. We always go at least once a month for Jack's Chicken Dip!

Happened into this place and the food was great! The staff was super helpful and the service was fast. Stop in and have a drink and a bite to eat read more

Oh my I haven't had fried shrimp this good in a long time. Waitress friendly. Ate outside on a very comfortable patio. read more

Shagger Jacks - Fried shrimp, Caribbean rice and beans, and fried plantains. - New American Near Me - Oak Island, North Carolina

Ms V. suggested the B.E.L.T and man it delivered! Grouper tacos with fried plantains were a hit as well. Great service , cold beers , great spot for lunch after the beach ! read more

Shagger Jacks is a must for our family every time we visit Oak Island! My absolute favorite thing on the menu is the Louisiana crawfish flatbread! It is such a unique dish I've never seen on any other menu. A flatbread topped with Andouille sausage, crawfish tail, white cheddar, cajun spice blend, and zesty garlic cream sauce. It is completely drool worthy and I dieeeeee for this meal! Another favorite of ours is the key lime pie! All their desserts are homemade too! They do get super busy especially on the weekends but wait staff is always attentive and do their best to serve promptly. read more

Shagger Jacks - Louisiana crawfish flatbread - New American Near Me - Oak Island, North Carolina

Just stopped here by chance. The bar seating was ok. Joe Joe the bartender could not have been nicer. Beer selection was good. Very cold! The onion rings were the best I have ever had. Why I mention first. The crab cake was not super thick so you could actually make a sandwich out of it. The fig and goat cheese flat bred was with real figs . It could have been toasted longer. Overall and excellent choice for lunch read more

This is my favorite restaurant in Oak Island. I discovered this gem on one of my first visits to the island and try to eat here at least once every time I come back. They have a great brunch, lunch, and dinner menu. I generally like to eat on their big family style picnic table on their patio by the Tiki Bar. This time due to COVID, we placed a to-go order for dinner via the 'Swipeby" app as requested on their website. It was easy to use, and they brought our order directly to our car. I could not wait to get home and start eating! For appetizers, we ordered the Jack's Chicken Dip (grilled chicken with a special blend of cheese & spices. served with tortilla chips). The dip is very creamy and has a slight spiciness which makes for a great taste combination. They always give you plenty of chips so you can enjoy every bite of dip on a chip as intended. We also ordered one soft taco special (sadly can't remember exactly what fish and toppings it was) that came with island rice and beans. I generally enjoy their tacos as they are unique, but I will say $7 is a bit much for a single taco.l and as I can't remember this one guess it wasn't memorable. My favorite tonight was the Crawfish flatbread. It had great spice, lots of crawfish and bacon pieces adding a great salty quality, cheese was perfectly melty, and the flatbread itself was the optimal combination of soft and crunchy. Yum! As far as a main entrée we shared the Scallops with two sides. Their smoked gouda potatoes are to die for. This is a must order side item choice. The flavor is amazing and there is so much creamy gouda goodness. We also got the grilled vegetable medley, tasty on their own but were only enhanced by being in the same cheesy gouda deliciousness as the potatoes. The scallops themselves were a nice size and cooked properly as well. After all this food, my stomach was very full as was my heart. It wouldn't be a trip to OKI for me without Shagger Jacks. Look forward to my next trip when I can hopefully comfortably eat out on that patio again and take in the nice ocean breeze with my delicious food! read more

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Went on a busy Friday night and were seated right away. Received drinks quickly. Asked our waitress about the shrimp being local and she went to find out for us. They were so we ordered a pound of steamed shrimp and the crawfish flat bread. Both were great! Our waitress was awesome and brought plenty of extra Lemons when asked. Would definitely go back! read more

Shagger Jacks - Crawfish flatbread - New American Near Me - Oak Island, North Carolina

It's pet friendly and they offer your pet water which is super cool, other than that the fish tacos look good I wanna eat them, and the interior is like cute. read more

Great food. Great atmosphere. Great staff. We are locals. I had the oyster platter which were cooked perfectly and my pal had the shrimp poboy which was piled high with plump shrimp. Food arrived quickly. Great waitress. Slaw was definitely made in house. Only negative: Fries were so salty they were inedible. Order NO SALT and then salt at table. read more

Service started out great but one of our three orders came out wrong. By the time the order was corrected, everyone else was finished eating. The server then dropped off the check (no compensation for their error) and left. We then had to wait another 10 minutes before they came back to get the check. They weren't even very busy. The servers need to stop huddling near the food window chit chatting and spend more time taking care of the customers. read more

Food great Had handicapped guest who was treated wonderfully Bar service top drawer Amazing bar drinks !!! read more

Food was decent but similar to others. Service was slightly slow but not awful. Parking was difficult

Staff is friendly. Seating is limited. We got there around 130 by 330 place was filling up. Very nice chill atmosphere inside. They have an outdoor seating section as well. We opted to sit at the bar. Bar area is clean. Doesn't smell like stale old beer. First round we had Bloody Mary for the wife and shagger sipper for me. Both drinks were on the money. Second round I opted for a four sisters old fashion and local draft the wife had a Moscow mule. Once again great. We had fried pickles for app. Let me say this all ingredients and food at this place is fresh. We didn't get the frozen pickles most places serve. These were thinly sliced fresh pickles with an obvious homemade breading. Delicious. Entree we shared the fish and chips. The fish was outstanding. The breading was outstanding. The fish took up the entire side of the plate. We will be back. We would definitely recommend. read more

Seafood Gumbo was excellent and the atmosphere was top notch. What I will remember the most is the waitress and hostess. In spite of being short staff they remained attentive. read more

Shagger Jacks - Seafood Gumbo - New American Near Me - Oak Island, North Carolina

We sat outside for dinner and the shade was nice. With all the greenery, surprisingly no bug issues. The service was friendly. Fries were good, as was my chicken sandwich. Beer selection was alright. Overall, an average restaurant, but on Oak Island, among the better restaurants. read more

Best fish & chips I've ever had. Service was excellent. Lively atmosphere without being too much.

Start off by recommending the kids chicken fingers 10/10 and all of the kids meals come with a frisbee. We had the crab boil and it was phenomenal. Friendly staff and the food was served fast. Highly recommend! - reviewed by la dingle read more

I was a little hesitant about trying this place given the bad reviews I read. I'm glad I didn't let those stop us. The only negative was the parking and it was practically nonexistent. We ended up parking at a business nearby that had closed for the day. That's the reason for the 4 and not 5 stars. The place was busy but we were seated without a wait. Ordered a burger and fries and have to say it was one of the best burgers I've eaten. It was cooked perfectly and came out super fast. Our waitress (I think her name was Paris) was great. I would absolutely return and recommend giving it a try. read more

Had lunch today while sitting at the bar. The outside tables were filled (Covid distance) and we would have had to wait at least 45 minutes. This is a very casual bar/restaurant that seems to be quite popular. Paula was our waitress/bartender. I told her it was our first time here and she was helpful answering my questions about the menu. Good menu choices. I had the Caprese Flat Bread that had a pesto sauce, slices of tomatoes, mozzarella, and drizzled with a balsamic reduction. Good flavors but the bottom of the flat bread needed to be cooked more for a crispy crust; plus the toppings weren't very hot, more like room temperature. I would have asked them to place the flat bread in the oven, but with Covid, I'm sure it wouldn't be allowed. I brought my leftovers and will heat it up in the oven for dinner. I also had a side of vegetables, which every very good. DH had the BBQ bacon cheddar burger with fries and said the burger was very good. We chatted with the owner for a few minutes. Paula told us they close for one month (January), so we'll return in a couple of months. read more

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Very good food& service. reasonable prices. Enough said. Enjoy, May not look great from road but real good food & service. Will return without hesitation read more