Surf City Line is a casual bar and restaurant on N New River Dr built around a big, multi-level deck, with an island-inspired menu reworked in 2026 under a new executive chef. The top deck has water views and is the place to be at sunset.
What stands out
The upper deck at sunset and the weekend bands are what people talk about, and staff get credit for being accommodating with kids and food allergies. The menu changed in 2026, so older praise for its tacos no longer applies; experiences vary on busy nights, and some find portions on the small side.
What to order
- Sticky salmon bowlOne of the new menu’s early favorites.
- Firecracker shrimp or ahi tuna nachosStarters to share on the deck.
- SC-Line wingsGlazed in a Hawaiian-style sticky sauce.
- Grouper basket or Caribbean peel-and-eat shrimpSimple seafood for a deck dinner.
- Key lime pie or s’mores lava cakeA sweet finish.
The setting
A laid-back beach-bar feel spread over several deck levels. The third-story deck has water views and is the spot at sunset, and live bands play every weekend.
Before you go
- No substitutions or modifications, though the kitchen adjusts for allergies where it can.
- Parties of six or more get an automatic 20% gratuity, and checks split at most four ways.
- Online ordering is available.
Plan your visit
- Where: 2112 N New River Dr, Surf City, NC 28445
- Hours: Seasonal. Confirm current hours with the venue.
- Menu & updates: surfcitylinenc.com
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Drawn from the venue’s own website and recurring themes in public guest reviews; last reviewed October 2026. Menus, hours and prices change, so confirm with the venue before you go.