Joseph's Guidebook
Food scene
We love the crab dip and atmosphere at this restaurant which boast panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. Call ahead to ensure they are open and make reservations when possible.
24 locals recommend
Ocean's Edge Restaurant & Event Center
2000 New River Inlet RdWe love the crab dip and atmosphere at this restaurant which boast panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. Call ahead to ensure they are open and make reservations when possible.
A popular and beautiful oceanfront restaurant. First come-first serve seating.
53 locals recommend
Splash by the Sea
790 New River Inlet RdA popular and beautiful oceanfront restaurant. First come-first serve seating.
TIKI BAR/TIKI MART
2181 New River Inlet RdGreat little tiki bar! And convenience mart.
Seaview Pier
124 Fishing Pier LnIce cream and grill. Walk the pier!
Delicious pizza and nice beach bar. Order the Orange Crush (alcoholic drink)!
16 locals recommend
Beach Bums Grill & Bar
4021 Island DrDelicious pizza and nice beach bar. Order the Orange Crush (alcoholic drink)!
Agave Azul Modern Mex & Cantina
1269 State Highway 210Great margaritas!
CANCUN Mexican Restaurant
1092 State Hwy 210A local favorite! We recommend the carnitas!
A long standing local favorite serving fresh local seafood in traditional fashion.
56 locals recommend
Riverview Cafe
119 Hall Point RdA long standing local favorite serving fresh local seafood in traditional fashion.
Daddy Mac's Beach Grille
108 N Shore DrOceanfront dinning in Surf City.
Walk up and order these delicious tacos made to order. Outdoor dining only.
148 locals recommend
Shaka Taco
107 B N Shore DrWalk up and order these delicious tacos made to order. Outdoor dining only.
Sightseeing
Bad Habit Sportfishing
461 Bent Tree LnOff-shore/deep sea fishing adventure!
Topsail Escape Room
328A N Topsail DrFamily fun!
Tortuga's Nest
1713 N New River DrFun bar and night/dance club.
unWINEd Wine Bar and Beer
114 North Topsail DriveOutdoor wine patio with live music.
Sneads Ferry Branch Library
1330 State Hwy 210Beautiful library and educational center.
See sea turtles up close and learn about conservation.
124 locals recommend
The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center
302 Tortuga LnSee sea turtles up close and learn about conservation.
Beautiful aquarium; about an hour’s drive south to Wilmington, NC.
550 locals recommend
North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher
900 Loggerhead RdBeautiful aquarium; about an hour’s drive south to Wilmington, NC.
Swing Away NC
1344 State Highway 210Baseball and golf hitting simulator.
North Shore Golf
101 N Shore DrGorgeous waterfront golf course.
Enjoy this waterfront park and then walk the Surf City Bridge and take in the view!
63 locals recommend
Soundside Park
517 Roland AveEnjoy this waterfront park and then walk the Surf City Bridge and take in the view!
Mia's Marketplace
14061 North Carolina 50Shopping!
The Turtle Factory
1072 State Hwy 210Pottery painting!
Surf City Surf School
107 N Shore DrLearn to ride the waves!
D's Interior Design
834 State Hwy 210Shopping!
Thurston Art Gallery
328 Peru RdLocal artist
North Topsail Beach Town Park
465 New River Inlet RdNorth Topsail Surf and Paddle
4021 Island DrRent kayak, paddle boards, or surf boards.
Ecological Marine Adventures
106 N Topsail DrTuck’S Water Shuttle
636 Channel BlvdIsland shuttle
Topsail Intercoastal Adventures
104 James StreetBoat tour
Topsail Surf and Cycle
714 S Anderson BlvdTopsail Beach Service
Rent additional beach chairs and umbrellas. Delivery and set up service.