Best Seafood in Carolina Beach

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We are located in Carolina Beach, NC at 1206 N Lake Park Blvd A

3-Time World Champion Chowder. Carolina Beach Since 1998.

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Real Seafood. No Pretense. Carolina Beach.

Carolina Beach's favorite seafood spot. No reservations, no pretense — just fresh fish, cold drinks, and the world's best chowder.

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The 3-Time World Champion Chowder

Michael McGowan's seafood chowder won the World Championship in Newport, RI three years running. You can taste it here — or ship it home.

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Open seven days a week at 1206 N. Lake Park Blvd. No reservations — just show up, grab a table, and dig in.

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Built on Fresh Seafood and a Big Heart

Michael and Shelly McGowan opened on Carolina Beach in 1998 with one conviction: fresh seafood, real flavors, nothing masked. That conviction still runs every kitchen shift.

Had a really nice time at this establishment. My wife and I had a great time. The food was great. We both took home some leftovers. They actually opened up early on the Sunday after Memorial Day which is when we went there. I believe they opened at 11A. Food was great along with the service. Would definitely try again the next time we head to Carolina beach. For the appetizer we tried the sampler. The chowder was great as well.

Earnest J.

Came and had lunch alone while I waited for my cat to get fixed. Read and ate my meal. Everything was amazing. This was my second visit and I have loved it both times. Highly recommend checking Michael's Seafood out if you're in the area. Best clam chowder I have EVER had!

Madison P.

We live 2 hours away and will make that drive to eate at Michael's. This is by far the best seafood chowder I have ever eaten. If you are in the Wilmington area and you haven't been there, well, you are just missing a great meal.

Jim R.

Went there because of the reviews. Server was Maddie (she was phenomenal), she had great suggestions which was helpful for me to make a decision because EVERYTHING on the menu was calling my name. I ordered the crab dip and shrimp-n-grits. I do not regret ordering these dishes.

Nick K.