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Dine on everything from fresh seafood to famous donuts

There are countless ways to tempt your taste buds at Carolina Beach. Picking which dining spot to hit first is a pleasant challenge.

You can start the day with some famous glazed donuts, hot from the fryer, at Britt's Dounuts - a 70-year-old institution on the Boardwalk. Enjoy classic Southern hospitality and regional cuisine at one of the area's notable restaurants. Hear live music and have dinner outdoors at seafood grills and tiki bars for the freshest daily catches. Feast on award-winning clam chowder and everything else in between from American and ethnic cuisine to home-style cooking. Whether your appetite leans toward fine dining or beach casual, Carolina Beach offers a variety of choices for every budget.

Below is a sampling of restaurant types from seafood to locally owned options.  Find a complete list of savory restaurant options using the search box below.

Dining in nearby Kure Beach means fresh local seafood. Head to an island grill with outdoor dining and views of the ocean or grab a table at a family-owned Italian bistro for zesty lasagna and a fabulous house wine.

Have dinner outdoors at seafood grills and tiki bars for the freshest daily catches.
 

 

Feast on award-winning clam chowder and everything else in between from American and ethnic cuisine to home-style cooking.

Local restaurants where visitors often find themselves greeted by owners and passionate chefs.

 

Enjoy nightlife that captures local beach charm and one place in particular with a legendary walk-in cooler.