Recommendations Guidebook for Carolina & Kure Beach
Food Scene
Fantastic relaxed Tiki Bar parked right on the pier overlooking the ocean and 7-mile beach.
163 locals recommend
Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar
1211 S Lake Park BlvdFantastic relaxed Tiki Bar parked right on the pier overlooking the ocean and 7-mile beach.
Deck House
205 Charlotte AveGreat seafood, very kid-friendly.
Great place with local seafood. Best for a sunny lunch.
113 locals recommend
Michael's Seafood Restaurant
1206 N Lake Park BlvdGreat place with local seafood. Best for a sunny lunch.
This local gem we visit every time we are down to the beach. It has wonderful, organic vegetables and discerning meats. High-end coffee, growlers with a few choice beer selections, and desserts for everyone.
86 locals recommend
The Veggie Wagon
3315 Masonboro Loop RdThis local gem we visit every time we are down to the beach. It has wonderful, organic vegetables and discerning meats. High-end coffee, growlers with a few choice beer selections, and desserts for everyone.
Fork n Cork
102 Cape Fear BlvdCOAST Craft Cocktails & Calabash
604 North Lake Park BoulevardThe Southerly Biscuit & Pie
1206 N Lake Park BlvdMalama Cafe
108 Cape Fear BlvdDrinks & Nightlife
An icon in Carolina Beach, it has more character than you could even hope for. The walk-in, serve yourself, chilled fridge is notable, as is the eclectic seating.
165 locals recommend
The Fat Pelican
8 S Lake Park BlvdAn icon in Carolina Beach, it has more character than you could even hope for. The walk-in, serve yourself, chilled fridge is notable, as is the eclectic seating.
Definitely consider the Pina Colada and peel ‘n eat shrimp.
163 locals recommend
Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar
1211 S Lake Park BlvdDefinitely consider the Pina Colada and peel ‘n eat shrimp.
Everything Else
Kure Beach Pier
100 Atlantic AveOne of the best pier fishing spots in North Carolina.
It is a wonderful, historic area that includes an aquarium, museum, and great Southern tip beach that you can drive out on and bring your leashed pets.
6 locals recommend
Fort Fisher
Fort FisherIt is a wonderful, historic area that includes an aquarium, museum, and great Southern tip beach that you can drive out on and bring your leashed pets.
Huge beach area with 18" sand canals that you can drive out on, is pet friendly, and you can even camp overnight out there on the beach.
97 locals recommend
Freeman Park
1800 Canal DrHuge beach area with 18" sand canals that you can drive out on, is pet friendly, and you can even camp overnight out there on the beach.
Getting Around
Great rental place for renting bicycles, golf carts, and beach umbrellas.
57 locals recommend
Pleasure Island Rentals
2 N Lake Park BlvdGreat rental place for renting bicycles, golf carts, and beach umbrellas.
Entertainment & Activities
Fantastic spot to take kids or anyone interested in local marine animals.
550 locals recommend
North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher
900 Loggerhead RdFantastic spot to take kids or anyone interested in local marine animals.
Bounce Parties and Games
4310 Shipyard BlvdGreat bounce house for kids.
Boardwalk has an amusement park and local shops for shopping and grabbing a bite to eat.
184 locals recommend
Carolina Beach Boardwalk
Carolina Beach Avenue SouthBoardwalk has an amusement park and local shops for shopping and grabbing a bite to eat.
North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher
900 Loggerhead RdParks & Nature
Great trip to take the regular ferry across to Bald Head island and spend a day in relaxed beach fashion.
73 locals recommend
Bald Head Island
Great trip to take the regular ferry across to Bald Head island and spend a day in relaxed beach fashion.
Shopping
Downtown Wilmington is always a recommended day visit for those staying at Carolina Beach. It has great local beach shopping, good foods, and lively night life.
207 locals recommend
Wilmington
Downtown Wilmington is always a recommended day visit for those staying at Carolina Beach. It has great local beach shopping, good foods, and lively night life.
Mayfaire Town Center