Salt, sugar, hush puppies

Eat
the coast

Fresh-off-the-boat seafood, neon boardwalk classics, and southern brunch worth setting an alarm for.

Sea Captain's House
Oceanfront

Sea Captain's House

Since 1962 — she-crab soup and a front-row Atlantic view from Ocean Boulevard.

Hook & Barrel
Sustainable seafood

Hook & Barrel

Line-caught snapper, local oysters, and a serious bourbon list. Book ahead.

Wicked Tuna
Sushi & raw bar

Wicked Tuna

Boats deliver to the dock across the street. Order the seared ahi.

River City Café
Burgers & beach fries

River City Café

Peanut shells on the floor, sharpie graffiti on the walls, best burger on the strand.

Croissants Bistro
Southern brunch

Croissants Bistro

Shrimp and grits, benedicts, and the pimento cheese you'll dream about at home.

Peaches Corner
Boardwalk classic

Peaches Corner

Foot-long hot dogs and neon since 1937. Late-night rite of passage.