Seafood Restaurants in North Carolina
When Guy Fieri brings his red Camaro rolling into North Carolina, he knows he’s in for some serious seafood. The Tar Heel State has delivered 10 flavorful stops for Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives between 2010 and 2026, with 9 still serving up the goods today. From the coastal charm of Wilmington and Atlantic Beach to the unexpected mountain seafood scene in Asheville, these joints prove that North Carolina knows how to do fish right.
With an impressive average rating of 4.5 stars, these restaurants have earned their stripes. Leading the pack is Huli Sue’s in Asheville, pulling in a remarkable 4.8-star rating with their creative takes on coastal cuisine. Down at the beach, Amos Mosquito’s in Atlantic Beach (4.7★) and Ceviche’s in Wilmington (4.7★) keep locals and visitors coming back for more. Whether you’re craving fresh-off-the-boat catches in Nags Head or unexpected seafood gems in Charlotte, Guy’s North Carolina seafood trail offers a delicious journey through some of the state’s most flavorful kitchens.
Huli Sue’s
Still Open
Asheville, North Carolina
Amos Mosquito’s
Still Open
Atlantic Beach, North Carolina
Ceviche’s
Still Open
Wilmington, North Carolina
Cabo Fish Taco
Still Open
Charlotte, North Carolina
Something Fishy Seafood Restaurant
Still Open
Wilmington, North Carolina
Krazy Fish
Permanently Closed
Charlotte, North Carolina
Black Pelican Oceanfront Restaurant
Still Open
Kitty Hawk, North Carolina
Outer Banks Brewing Station
Still Open
Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina