Where to Eat on Topsail Island
Topsail Island and its surrounding towns offer everything from casual bites to fresh seafood and fine dining. Here are some favorite local restaurants—plus plenty more to discover on your own!
Surf City Restaurants
- Shaka Taco – Lunch & dinner
- Daddy Mac’s Beach Grill – Lunch & dinner
- Sunrise Bagel – Fresh bagels & sandwiches
- Daybreak Donuts – Hot handmade donuts
- Topsail Steamer – Seafood steamer pots
- Sear’s Landing – Lunch, brunch, dinner
- Smash – Burgers & fries
- Surf Dog Bites & Brews – Lunch & dinner
- Beauchaines 211 – Fine dining
- Shuckin’ Shack – Lunch & dinner
- CowFin – Surf & turf
- Low Tide – Surf & turf, lunch & dinner
- Pho Viet – Lunch & dinner
- VK Pho – Lunch & dinner
- Santorini Greek & Italian Bistro – Dinner
North Topsail Beach Restaurants
- Seaview Pier & Restaurant – Breakfast, lunch, dinner
- Splash – Lunch & dinner
- Ocean’s Edge – Dinner
- Beach Bums Grill & Bar – Lunch & dinner
Sneads Ferry Restaurants
- DeNoia’s Pizzeria – Lunch & dinner
- Riverview Cafe – Lunch & dinner
- Rick’s Restaurant – Lunch & dinner
- Agave Azul – Lunch & dinner
Topsail Beach Restaurants
- Beach Shop & Grill – Lunch, brunch, dinner
- Breezeway Restaurant – Dinner
Holly Ridge
- Fishmongers
- Southern Roots Grill – Breakfast & lunch
- City Cafe – Breakfast & lunch
Places to Go on Topsail Island
When you’re ready to explore beyond the beach, check out these popular attractions.
Surf City
- Soundside Park
- Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Hospital
- Kenneth Batts Park
- Nelva Albury Park
- Surf City Ocean Pier
North Topsail Beach
- Town Park
Topsail Beach
- Missiles & More Museum
- Town Center Park
Shops We Love (Local Favorites!)
Support small businesses and find unique Topsail treasures—home décor, beachwear, gifts, and more.
Surf City Shops
- Inlet Blue – Home décor, jewelry, clothing, gifts
- Bumblebee Market – Jewelry, clothing, gifts
- The Checkerd Periwinkle – Home décor, gifts
- Topsail Island Trading Company – Jewelry, clothing, gifts, famous fudge
- Herrings Outdoor Sports – Clothing, shoes, rentals
- Mia’s Marketplace – Home décor, clothing, jewelry
- Surf City Surf Shop & School – Surf gear, paddleboard rentals
- On Shore Surf Shop – Surf gear, rentals
- Surfside Sportswear & Gifts – Clothing, décor, gifts
- Bert’s Surf Shop – Surf gear, clothing
- Carolina Decor & More – Unique home décor
- Southern Emporium – Clothing, décor, jewelry
Topsail Beach Shops
- The Gift Basket – Home décor, clothing, gifts
- Southend Outfitters – Clothing
- Quarter Moon Books & Gifts – Books, clothing, wine, gifts
- Beach Shop & Grill – Clothing, jewelry, décor
Things To Do
- Shipwreck Point Golf – Mini golf & arcade
- Tortuga’s Nest Arcade
- Surfing & Paddleboard Lessons
- Surf City Surf School
- On Board Surf Shop
- 50 South Surf Shop
- Kayak & Bike Rentals
- Herrings Outdoor Sports
- 50 South Surf Shop
- Paddle NC
- Boat Rentals
- Topsail Boat Rental
- Surf City Boat Rental
Fishing Piers
- Sea View Pier – North Topsail Beach
- Surf City Ocean Pier – Surf City
- Jolly Roger Pier – Topsail Beach
Pamper Yourself
- Isla Skin Care – Surf City
- Inis Spa – Surf City
- Ama Spa – Surf City
Tip: Book spa appointments in advance—they fill up fast!
Coffee, Ice Cream & Treats
- Daybreak Donuts – Hot, handmade donuts
- Island Delights – Ice cream, milkshakes, candy
- Pelican’s – Shaved ice
- The Daily Grind – Coffee, tea, pastries, ice cream
- Surf City Coffee – Coffee & tea
- Diver’s Cafe – Coffee, smoothies, pastries
- Popcorn Factory – Flavored popcorn