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Took my father out for dinner, we were looking for some good fish and chips, food come out quick…read moreand hot, but it was just very average, for was ok.

The food (crab cakes, fried shrimp, fried oysters, Cajun fries, hush puppies) were fresh, high…read morequality, and tasted fantastic! This was a To-Go order and the service was fast and friendly. I will definitely return the next time I am working in Cary, NC.

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Cape Fear Seafood

4.4(174 reviews)

5.4 mi

I want to start with dessert which was unfortunately not pictured. The espresso brownie, Im not a…read morefan of chocolate nor coffee but this was the most decadent, gently rich brownie I've ever had, it warm and the espresso glaze on top was just perfect! Started with the peel & eat shrimp, they were deveined, jumbo shrimp lightly seasoned with Old Bay and served with melted butter, not overcooked at all. The lobster and shrimp risotto was creamy, lobster was soft not chewy. And the shrimp and grits was also delicious I can see why it's a favorite. They also had margaritas specials on Thursday their house and hibiscus for only $6. Service was attentive and very knowledgeable on the daily specials, I will be back!

Excellent for a chain, but not quite 5-stars. The service is hit and miss. This was my third visit…read more(her first). I've had great service, rough service, and this visit was an odd combination of a friendly yet not attentive server and a very attentive other staff (food runner maybe?) who tried to be on top of things while our server wasn't. The scallops were a hit, as was the crab dip. The shrimp diablo was "ok" - cooked properly , but something sold as Diablo should have some kick to it, and this definitely didn't. It's still going to be my regular place for pre-show dinner at Goodnights Comedy Club. Maybe if I go often enough I will learn which servers to ask for and be able to upgrade this to 5 stars?

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Tile fish special with burre blanc and risotto. Soooooooo delicious!

Cape Fear Seafood Company

4.0(96 reviews)

4.4 mi

We had a fantastic dining experience at Cape Fear Seafood Company in Cary. From the moment we…read morewalked in, the Southern hospitality was on full display. Our server was incredibly friendly and attentive, ensuring our drinks were always full and checking on us at just the right moments without being overbearing. The food was absolutely delicious. The fried flounder was outstanding--perfectly crispy on the outside, incredibly flaky and fresh on the inside, and not greasy at all. We also tried the Chicken Jarrett, which was incredibly savory, juicy, and packed with flavor. It is a fantastic option if someone in your party wants a break from seafood! If you are looking for top-tier food and a welcoming atmosphere in Cary, this is the place to be. Highly recommend and we will definitely be back!

Our second visit here. 1st time we ate there we ordered shrimp cocktail not realizing it comes…read moreseasoned in Old Bay AND it's warm. The owner/ manager ( not sure which) went out of his way to tell us that next time make sure to order it chilled . Since we're from New England, we weren't familiar with shrimp cocktail like this. No problem at all. This visit when we placed our order and asked our server for chilled shrimp cocktail, we noticed , I'm assuming the manager/owner standing by the kitchen and he asked the server if we we had ordered it cold and then rolled his eyes ......clearly showing his disdain. So I guess Legal Seafood in Boston and even the fantastic waterfront restaurant we ate at recently in Beaufort seem to know it's very much a thing eating it chilled. All that said we decided not to put a dinner order in and requested the check. The server however, was very sweet and efficient , but the guy walking the place with his tablet was pretty rude. We didn't have this experience at the Cape Fear located in Cameron Village. Tonight's experience at the Apex location left a bad taste in our mouth, so to speak.

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The Full Moon Oyster Bar - Morrisville

4.0(530 reviews)

5.9 mi

My family and I absolutely love coming to Full Moon Oyster Bar in Morrisville! Every visit feels…read morelike a little getaway--the beach bar vibe is fun, laid-back, and makes for such a great atmosphere. The decor really captures that coastal feel, and it's the perfect setting for a casual night out with amazing food. The service here is always top-notch. The staff is incredibly friendly, attentive, and genuinely makes you feel welcome from the moment you walk in. Now for the food--you have to try the chargrilled oysters. They're absolutely phenomenal, full of flavor, and perfectly cooked. Another favorite is the Voodoo Shrimp--it's got the perfect amount of kick and is packed with flavor. You really can't go wrong with anything on the menu, but those two are a must. Highly recommend this spot if you're in the area. Whether it's a family dinner or just drinks and apps at the bar, Full Moon always delivers!

The ambience is rustic like a crab house. The music volume was average, and service was average…read more The seats were very hard and uncomfortable. I waited longer than expected to receive my food. The potatoes were delicious. The peel and eat shrimp were warm, and lacked flavor. I ordered fish and shrimp to go. After tasting the fish, I threw the plate away because it had a horrible, fishy taste and odor. Plus, the shrimp were smaller than popcorn shrimp, and were greasy. I do not believe that I will return again any time soon.

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Aqui Mero

4.4(72 reviews)

2.4 mi

Very happy to say that we were staying on vacation from Denver, CO by Aqui Mero. Stop by for dinner…read moreand had the fried tacos, absolutely delicious. My brother had taco salad and was quite pleased as well. Our server, Emily was wonderful and explained everything. Great atmosphere as soon as you walk in. We'll definitely be back before we leave for home. Thank you Pedro for coming by our table and checking how our visit when.

Grabbed a late lunch here recently and enjoyed my meal…read more First, there's a large dedicated parking lot, so that was convenient. We came at kind of a weird hour so the restaurant was pretty empty, but there was tons of seating available. Our server did a solid job - she maybe took a little long to check on us sometimes, but nothing too frustrating. The chips and salsa arrived almost immediately after we sat down, so that was appreciated. The salsa was tasty! Nothing crazy good but it got the job done. We ordered some guacamole as an appetizer and then split the birria tacos as an entree. The guacamole was solid, and the birria tacos were very flavorful. The cost of the tacos was OK-ish but it would have been nice to get some sides with our entree (rice, beans, etc.). Overall, we enjoyed our time at Aqui Mero and would come back.

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Sea Depot

4.1(56 reviews)

3.4 mi

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Need a place to get fresh seafood for a boil? Or want fresh seafood fry or steamed?! This is your…read moreplace to go. I got so much seafood for my seafood boil to take home and I didn't break bank. The seafood was fresh and LIVE! Definitely worth it. While I was there O picked up lunch too since I was making the seafood boil for dinner. They fry or steamed your fresh fish there! Let me tell you, it was worth it. The combo meals are where you want to go. You get a bit of everything. Crab cakes were STUFFED with crab rather than just breading! The fried okra was crispy, crunchy. The calamari was crispy and tender! Not chewy at all! The hush puppies were seasoned! And didn't taste like just fried dough, the plantains were sweet and tender. Finally the fish! Buttery, flakey, juicy, tender, BUT with a CRISPY light breading! So much better than other places where they over bread their food and all you get is breading! Would come here again for their food and their fresh seafood to take home!

Came here for the first time on a friend's visits. They had…read morea wide selection of fresh fish on display. There's no where to eat in, only takeout. The place was clean and the people were friendly and helpful. Food is cooked when you order so have a little patience. We got the fish sandwich sandwich and it was fresh and hot. It did have bones in it, so bd careful. A nice place to stop on the way home if having a seafood urge. We will be back to try many other kinds of seafood.

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Rey's Restaurant

4.0(368 reviews)

1.5 mi

Food was delicious. The service was great we started with…read moreone server and then switched halfway through which was fine. The only issues were the Coca Cola I got tasted like it had liquor or maybe left over liquor in it. And then when they got me a replacement the syrup was low. So I just opted for water. And the crème brûlée we got was cold but delicious anyways! The restaurant was nice and clean. The food was definitely worth the price.

Rey's is always a solid (albeit pricey) choice for a date night, client meeting, or dinner with…read moreanyone who loves the Big Easy. The voodoo lounge is also a great place to grab a cocktail and snack if you're so inclined. They make a mean dirty martini, with stuffed blue cheese olives, obviously. For starters I gravitate towards the Shrimp Orleans or Fried Oysters. Or, if I'm really missing Nola, I'll get their Turtle Soup. It's perfect! You can't really go wrong with their meat selections, I've been happy with steak, veal, and pork chops, but lately, I have a hard time ordering anything but the Grouper Lafayette. It's pan fried, topped with crab meat and smothered in a spicy butter. It's delightful. For dessert, the crème brûlée and bread pudding are both quite good. I'll be honest though, the portions are large, so sometimes dessert is completely out of the question. If I remember correctly, I believe they also have a twenty year tawny in the menu that is a great way to close out the night. All in all, service is great, the food is good, and if you want to get dressed up and go out for a leisurely paced dinner, this is a great place to do just that!

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Seol Grille

4.4(616 reviews)

0.5 mi

First time at a Korean BBQ and our server Jenny was the best. She explained the menu super…read morethoroughly and suggested really good meat choices and sides. Everything that we ordered was so DELICIOUS! Not only did Jenny explain the whole grill process, but the whole staff was super friendly and very attentive. I also LOVED the robot server they had; I've only seen those on videos, and to experience one in person just was truly an amazing experience. I will for sure come back and recommend people to dine here.

First time having KBBQ in North Carolina and WOW!!!. I don't know why I didn't come here sooner!…read moreThe food was great, not out of this world but good for AYCE. Lots of different options, my favorite was the different pork bellies and the LA Galbi was great as well. Also really enjoyed the little side dishes (반찬). I really love the interior, they seem to have a good ventilation system for each table with a grill, there's a bar and the tables are fairly huge. Not super loud either, each table is spaced apart thoughtfully. Now, I have to praise the staff here for their AWESOME customer service. If I could give a 100/5 for customer service alone, I would. This was like Michelin-level elite service. They refilled my drink, changed my grill for clean one, brought over sauces, Really loved the energy and personality of all the staff that I interacted with :). Also my main hostess, Samantha I think was her name, was next level service like better than some of the Michelin star restaurants that I have been to. She assisted in grilling some of the meats whenever she brought them over and it was outstanding, I was just awestruck by the service provided this evening.

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Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls

3.7(62 reviews)

2.1 mi

Service was good, restaurant was clean and quiet (we were the only ones there) but honestly I was…read morenot impressed with the lobster roll I got. I would not spend that much again for something that was not good.

The New England clam chowder was very tasty and creamy. I would order it again. Little Mister was…read morecurious about the soups and I like that they gave him a sample of each so he could decide. The Connecticut roll was delicious. Great service and eats.

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The Crunkleton

4.2(95 reviews)

6.1 mi•Glenwood South

I love the Crunkleton in Raleigh. I've been there a couple of times now and it never disappoints…read more The ambiance is very inviting and the service is great. The cocktails are top notch and always made perfect. The best thing about Crunkleton that I have seen done rarely is that they carve their own crystal clear ice at the bar. I've so many new bars that have opened up that don't even have a big ice for drinks like Old Fashioneds or just a whiskey on a rock. Coming to the food, i've tried a bunch of things and my favorites are their Tomahawk steak, Caesar salad & wings. They do happy hour specials as well. If you haven't been then definitely check it out.

My brother and I visited The Crunkleton on Tuesday, October 20th, and overall, we had a really…read moreenjoyable experience! First, the restaurant itself is beautiful! From the moment you walk in, you get this sophisticated, upscale atmosphere with warm, dim lighting that creates an intimate dining experience without feeling too dark. They also have a lovely outdoor seating area, although no one was sitting outside during our visit. The bar is absolutely gorgeous and has an impressive selection of wines and spirits. We originally planned to sit at a table but decided to move to the bar instead, which is how I was able to admire the beautiful bar. The staff was wonderful! From the hostess to our server, everyone was friendly, welcoming, and attentive. My brother and I shared the Tomahawk Steak, which came with fries, and charred bread. The portion was definitely generous enough for two people, possibly three, depending on your appetite. We actually had a little left over! We ordered our ribeye medium, but some portions were noticeably less cooked than we expected, closer to medium-rare. Personally, I would probably order medium-well next time to get a result closer to my preference. As far as flavor, the steak was alright. I felt the actual meat could have used more seasoning, particularly salt. Interestingly, the fat on the ribeye was absolutely delicious! It had so much flavor, and I found that pairing a small piece of the flavorful fat with a bite of the leaner meat made the steak much more enjoyable. That combination really brought out the flavor! I just wish more of that delicious seasoning had carried through to the meat itself. The sides, however, were really good! The vegetables were enjoyable, and even the simple charred bread was delicious. Sometimes the simplest things are done exceptionally well! Another bonus was that we visited on a Tuesday, when the ribeye was half off! That definitely made the meal feel like a great value, especially considering the generous portion size. Now, here's where things got interesting: THE BURGER! The person sitting next to us ordered a burger, and it looked absolutely amazing. We ended up ordering a regular cheeseburger to go for one of my kids, and let me tell you, that burger was delicious! I managed to sneak a small bite before it disappeared, and it was juicy, flavorful, and honestly more enjoyable than the ribeye. Would I return? Absolutely! Although the ribeye wasn't my favorite steak, it certainly wasn't bad. Everyone has different preferences when it comes to steak, and someone else may absolutely love it. For me, I would have preferred a little more seasoning throughout the meat and a slightly higher cooking temperature. Between the beautiful atmosphere, welcoming staff, generous portions, and that delicious cheeseburger, this place is definitely worth visiting. Next time, I'm ordering the burger!

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Charred Brussels Sprouts & Duck Fat Potatotes

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Giovanny S.

1 year ago

Originally, I left a two review about this place on Google Maps, but this restaurant is probably the worst restaurant ever!!! Like this time, I wouldn't have said anything else negative, but I'm PISSED!!!!! I originally left a one start review but if I could Id give -5 stars cause that's what they are, the two starts were WAY too nice! The fish was bad let's start there, my mom's food was salty as FUCK, And they rinsed the salt off with tap water and mine and my brothers, our fish was dry, and that's not the worst part, THEY LEFT THIS REVIEW ON MY THING!!! I can't believe it not only that's disrespectful but I'm a MINOR (at that time this was posted) this is harassment to a customer that just was being honest and respectful but I'm no longer respecting this restaurant, rude ass people, if anyone is thinking about coming to this restaurant, don't. These people will get mad at you if you critique the food and be honest, please close the business down, what a disappointment!!!! (The picture is them talking trash about me and my other review) I REPEAT DONT COME HERE THEY WILL GET PISSED AT YOU JUST TALKING BAD ABOUT THE EXPERIENCE INA NON RUDE WAY! Edit: Forgot to mention, they tried gaslighting me in the review saying I'm lying about them putting water under the shrimp, but when my mom got her food it was still a bit salty and a little soggy read more

Luis D.

4 months ago

this people are the worst people to work with , they are really abusive , they make it seem like they are a grear couple and all thah but trust me I worked with them and it was the WORST job I've ever had, the owner harold wanted to fight me because I quit their abusive personality , Gina is just such a problematic person , just look when someone put a bad review how she fights everyone, don't go to this place. read more

Idette S.

1 year ago

Best Fried Lobster & Lobster Mac and sweet bang shrimp in Raleigh ... PERIOD! The hushpuppies, strawberry lemonade i can go on and on ... if you're gonna try seafood, This is definitely the place to try it. Dine in so that the food comes out piping hot, oh and the jerk shrimp is really good too if like spicy read more

Boredtodeath R.

1 year ago

Great food and sweet friendly folks. Best seafood in town. Grilled catfish and jumbo shrimps were delicious. recommend

Gina S.

5 years ago

Food is all Authentic and Cook to order! Family Owned and operated.... Choose your option.. STEAM FRIED or Grilled read more

Tryseafood G.

3 years ago

Food is all Authentic and Cook to order! Family Owned and operated.... Choose your option.. STEAM FRIED or Gril read more

Braxton G.

7 months ago

OVER PRICED & SALTY. Horrible service. If I could give a 0 STAR I WOULD. Trassshhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh

Marcellus T.

1 year ago

Food is fantastic, customer service is great, and it seems to be a well-established restaurant.

Vanje J.

1 year ago

AMAZING food, always hot and ready food, and always in good spirits and great costumer service.

Cassandra F.

4 years ago

The food is amazing. First time trying it and I will definitely reorder from them again

Taylor D.

2 years ago

Food was good and hot. The service was slow but understandable since they were packed.

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