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The Original
Flounder, shrimp, oysters, deviled crab, scallops & clam strips.
$34.50
River Road · Calabash, North Carolina
The Real Taste of Calabash
Family-owned, no-frills Calabash-style seafood lightly breaded, generously portioned, and worth returning for, summer after summer.
Fresh Off the Fryer
Golden, Lightly Breaded, Piled High
Not Fancy. Just Fresh, Fried & Famous.
Walk in, grab a seat or take it to go — no reservations, no fuss.
Walk-InNo reservations
Dine-In & TakeoutEat here or grab & go
Order OnlinePickup & delivery
Family-FriendlyKids welcome
Closed MondaysOpen Tue–Sun
The Menu
Calabash-Style Seafood, the Way It Started
Flounder, shrimp, oysters, scallops, deviled crab and clam strips — lightly battered, quick-fried, and served with hushpuppies, slaw and fries. Come hungry: our combination platters, from the Senior Seafood to The Original, are built for big appetites and shared tables.
Crowd Favorites
What First-Timers Order
A few of the plates people drive back for. Prices are in-store; delivery-app prices may differ.
Deluxe Seafood
Flounder, shrimp, oysters, deviled crab & scallops.
$30.50Shrimp Plate
A generous plate of lightly breaded fried shrimp, small or large.
from $19.50
Flounder Plate
Sweet, flaky fried flounder with hushpuppies, slaw & fries.
from $22.50Hushpuppies
A dozen golden, fried-to-order hushpuppies.
$3.50
Senior Seafood
A right-sized plate of flounder & shrimp.
$16.50
Oyster Plate
Lightly breaded, quick-fried oysters with hushpuppies, slaw & fries.
from $27.50
Scallop Plate
Golden fried sea scallops with hushpuppies, slaw & fries.
from $23.50
Boiled Shrimp
Peel-and-eat boiled shrimp with cocktail sauce, hushpuppies, slaw & fries.
from $20.50
Our Story
A Coleman-Family Calabash Tradition
Calabash Seafood Hut is family-owned and rooted in the Coleman family, connected to the fish-camp tradition that made this little river town the self-proclaimed seafood capital of the world. Generations of families have made the Hut a stop on every trip to the Brunswick Islands.
Family-history dates and details are being confirmed with the owner before launch.
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What Guests Say on Google
A Vacation Tradition, Year After Year
Real reviews, straight from our guests on Google.
★★★★★“From the time we walked in, until we left, the service was excellent. This is on the top of my list for fried seafood by far… When the plate arrived, it was heaping with food. There was enough food for 3 to 4 people to share.”
Paul Cicchinelli · Local Guide · via Google
★★★★★“Seafood Hut is a family tradition for us… We drove down to Calabash from Jacksonville just to eat here. The seafood is STILL that good! It was the best seafood we've had all year.”
Ali Price · Local Guide · via Google
★★★★★“My husband and I shared 'The Original'… There was so much Delicious Food on that platter… Tootsie was our Server and she was Fantastic!”
Carol Bonnett · via Google
★★★★★“A little hole in the wall but they do not disappoint. Amazing prices and fresh, fresh, fresh seafood. I got the Original and it was massive!”
Michelle C. · Local Guide · via Google
★★★★★“Don't let the little spot fool you about the best seafood rolling out the doors in Calabash! No small portions either — the shrimp and scallops are delicious and have size!”
Eddie Sandlin · Local Guide · via Google
★★★★★“I had not been to the Seafood Hut since I was a teenager, but decided to revisit this week. I am glad I did. Food was outstanding. 5 stars… Server was very nice and welcoming.”
Chris Ard · via Google
Before You Visit
Small, Busy & Worth It
We're a casual, walk-in spot — part of the charm. Here's what to expect so your visit is a smooth one.
- Walk-In OnlyWe don't take reservations — first come, first served.
- Peak-Season WaitsWeekend evenings in summer get busy. Call ahead for takeout to skip the line.
- ParkingOn-site parking is limited — please confirm current parking notes on the Visit page.
- Bring the FamilyKids are welcome, and there's a kids-friendly menu.
Find the Hut
Visit Us on River Road
1125 River Rd
Calabash, NC 28467
(910) 579-6723
Checking today's hours…
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
Hours may change for holidays and the off-season. Please call ahead to confirm.
