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    Swain's Cut

    4.3 (26 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 8:00 PM

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    Salad with blue cheese
    Tricia W.

    Went here for our anniversary on the recommendation of friends. The chips they give you when you are seated are good! I had the filet with a salad and broccoli. My husband had the sea bass special. His was really good. Mine was cooked correctly, but it was cold. Our server did not come back for a long time, so I ate it anyway. Tasted good, just would have been better warm. It was a crowded Saturday night, so I am sure things happen! Watching other food come out, next time I think I would opt for the seafood. Swain's old location was always one of our favorite lunch spots, so I am sure we will be back. If you are looking for a casual spot for a good dinner, it is worth a try.

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    Swains or now Swain's cut is our favorite on Oak Island. Good seafood and steak. Friendly staff. Make reservations.

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    I have ordered a to go order twice and neither time it was correct. Worse coleslaw I've ever tried to eat. Won't be going back!

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    Lake Park Steakhouse

    4.4(160 reviews)
    13.7 mi

    Lake Park Steakhouse delivered on every level--food, service(Marcie was amazing), and…read moreatmosphere--but more importantly, they provided the right setting for a meaningful night. Nothing felt rushed, nothing felt careless, and everything felt intentional. The staff's quiet professionalism allowed the evening to unfold naturally, which mattered deeply to all of us. This was the kind of place Bill would have been proud of--a place worthy of gathering with friends, sharing stories, and honoring a life well lived. We couldn't have chosen a better setting to remember him, and we will carry this night with us. Lake Park Steakhouse is more than a good meal. It's a place that understands hospitality in the fullest sense of the word.

    Came here for my bestie's Bachelorette party last night. Some highlights:…read more * Steak dinner was cooked well & I enjoyed my macaroni. * Group got side salads and had fun customizing them. * For pasta dishes: shrimp scampi had too much butter and they didn't have two of the options due to one being taken off the menu (needs updating) and another dish sold out. * We did like that they were very accommodating since they let our large party do separate checks. The staff was attentive and even signed a card for my friend to say congratulations. You can tell this place is for the locals. Overall, would recommend to out of towner's but keep some things in mind.

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    Olivers On the Cape Fear

    4.1(583 reviews)
    3.6 mi
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    Delicious food, vegetable burger, excellent service from Cathy and her delivery lady, clean, lovely…read moreambience! We will be back!

    Pretty disappointed about our two most recent visits. I feel like their attention to detail and…read morequality is going down hill. Originally reviewed 2 years ago and was so pleased. We have been to the restaurant 6 times over the last several years and our visit in March 2026 and last night, May 15th 2026, has prompted me to lower the rating. First, my wife's shrimp cocktail had not been deveined, for $17 dollars would expect the few shrimp to be pristine and ready to eat. Plus the greens that were under the shrimp were not just wilted but "gooey" like they were past their due date. I had the ribeye and ordered it medium rare. It came out well done without a hint of pink. The chefs potatoes last night were a mashed variety and they were cold and stiff enough to lay brick with. Our server, Richard, was friendly enough but he came to our table a total of 4 times in the 70 minutes we were there. Even if we wanted to communicate about our meals preparation it would require for our service to have been better. The lobster bisque was excellent and my wife had a side of fries that were also good. The ambience is lovely and we like the location, but after two recent visits with really poor food and service, we won't be back. To those about to nosh, you have been warned. Go elsewhere.

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    Southern, a gathering place

    Southern, a gathering place

    4.3(44 reviews)
    3.6 mi

    Southern, a Gathering Place is a must visit in Southport. Everything from the service to the drinks…read moreand food was amazing. I highly recommend the cocktails and potatoes au gratin. For drinks we tried the Linda Jean 'a Rita, Let's Mule This Over, Take Me To Brown Street and a pour of the tawny port. For food we tried the fried green tomatoes, crab cake, potatoes au gratin, grouper with peach salsa and the crisp for dessert. Just a note about reservations through OpenTable - you will be charged $30/per person for a no show.

    My husband booked a last minute reservation on a Saturday night! We did have to eat a little…read moreearlier than normal but the food is worth it, gave us time afterward to listen to some great live music nearby. It was a hot day but we took a porch table anyway. We normally enjoy sitting at the bar. We were pleasantly surprised the fans on the outdoor porch and beautiful shade trees kept us comfortable and cool. We skipped the appetizers because we had our sight set on dessert. I had the barbecue peach chicken breast with fresh Lima beans, corn and tomatoes, my husband had the bone-in pork chop with whipped sweet potatoes and a lovely cucumber/tomato salad. Every bite was flavorful, fresh and so enjoyable. The portions are large and usually we are asking for a to go box, tonight we hate the whole thing we did top it off with a delicious peach bread pudding topped with homemade peach ice cream, such a perfect ending! Normally, I'm not a bread pudding fan, however this place changed my mind. Did I mention our server was astute, knowledgeable and so attentive. We never waited for anything. The atmosphere is so cozy, relaxing and food was a delightful culinary experience. What a wonderful date night with my husband!!! We will be back again soon.

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