Beach Shop and Grill cooks Southern coastal food in a restored 1952 soda-shop building at the south end of Topsail Beach. Its menus follow the seasons and the local catch, the wine and cocktail lists are serious, and it’s the island’s choice for an anniversary or a special night out.
What stands out
The crab cakes are the dish people rave about, and the cocktails and wine list are a genuine point of pride; the staff are often praised as knowledgeable and well paced. The recurring reservations are about noise and value: the dining room gets loud, prices run high for the island, and service can be uneven on busy nights.
What to order
- Crab cakesNearly all crab; the dish people praise most. At lunch, try the jumbo lump crab cake sandwich.
- Local oystersTopsail Sound oysters when they’re on.
- Shrimp and gritsWith tasso, andouille and Anson Mills grits.
- Market catchWhatever came in that day, prepared for the season.
- Smash burger or Sunday brunchThe simpler lunch pick, or milk bread sticky buns and chicken and waffles at brunch.
The setting
Polished but relaxed, with a room that suits an anniversary as well as a night out with friends. It gets loud inside at busy times, so choose the patio or a quieter hour for conversation. The patio serves the full menu, welcomes dogs and hosts live music on some nights.
Before you go
- Book indoor tables on Resy; walk-ins are welcome. The patio is first come, first served and closes in bad weather.
- There’s a 3% surcharge on credit cards; debit cards have no fee.
- Expect island-high prices, cocktails included.
Plan your visit
- Where: 701 S Anderson Blvd, Topsail Beach, NC 28445
- Hours: Per its site: lunch Wednesday–Saturday 11am–3pm, dinner Wednesday–Sunday 5–9pm, and Sunday brunch 9am–3pm. Closed Monday and Tuesday.
- Menu & updates: beachshopandgrill.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.