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Welcome To Swain's Seafood and Cut Restaurant
At Swain's Seafood and Cut Restaurant, located in picturesque Oak Island, NC, a passion for fresh, locally sourced seafood shines through every dish. Founded with a commitment to quality, the restaurant serves an array of delightful combo baskets featuring shrimp, scallops, clams, and oysters, ensuring a taste of the sea in every bite. Signature dishes like the Brunswick Catch Fish Sandwich and Mermaid's Delight pasta are crafted to highlight seasonal ingredients, all while ensuring generous portions that delight diners. With warm service and a welcoming atmosphere, Swain's promises a memorable dining experience where every visit feels like a celebration of coastal culinary traditions.
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About
Swain's Seafood and Cut Restaurant
Welcome to Swain's Seafood and Cut Restaurant, a delightful dining gem located at 8317 E Oak Island Dr, Oak Island, NC. This establishment is truly a haven for seafood lovers, specializing in fresh, locally-sourced fare that promises to awaken your taste buds. With a friendly atmosphere and an impressive menu, it’s hard not to fall in love with the culinary experience they offer.
One standout feature of Swain's is their creatively curated baskets that cater to both novice and seasoned seafood aficionados. Options like the Beginner Shrimp and Pro Shrimp, alongside selections for oysters and scallops, offer something for everyone, with prices ranging from US$14.50 to US$23.50. If you're feeling adventurous, their combo baskets allow you to mix and match the day’s freshest catches, making each visit a unique experience.
Take it from the patrons who rave about their culinary adventures here. One customer shared their delight over the Mermaid's Delight, a tantalizing blend of shrimp, scallops, and lump crabmeat over pasta, complemented by a creamy sauce that whispers comfort. Another praised the Cajun Shrimp and Grits, showcasing Swain's flair for infusing traditional dishes with bold flavors. It’s clear that at Swain's, portions are hearty, making it possible to relish dinner and lunch the next day — or perhaps even two dinners!
For those seeking a more classic seafood dinner experience, the baked or broiled fresh catch of the day comes highly recommended. Served upon a bed of fresh spinach, accompanied by garlic bread and a choice side, this dish encapsulates the essence of coastal dining. All of this is made complete with a trip to the salad bar, allowing for a fresh start to your meal.
Throughout its bustling ambiance, which customers note can get a little lively at times, the restaurant maintains a commitment to superb service. Reviewers have sung high praises for the attentive staff, particularly highlighting servers like Marissa as a standout in delivering a memorable dining experience.
Swain's Seafood and Cut Restaurant is not just about food; it’s about creating connections and memorable moments. Whether you're indulging in homemade chips and ranch as soon as you sit down or dipping hush puppies in homemade jelly, every touch is designed to make your visit special. The reviews clearly indicate that once you’ve experienced Swain's, you’ll undoubtedly find yourself yearning for a return visit. So, for a true taste of the coast, look no further than Swain's Seafood and Cut Restaurant.
Contact:
Phone: +1 910-933-6300
Location: 8317 E Oak Island Dr, Oak Island, NC 28465, United States
People talk
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“ I can’t compliment the food and service enough. Marissa was the best server. The food and service exceeded our expectations. Highly recommend. ”
“ First visit here. The food was amazing! Had the Mermaid's Delight which is shrimp, scallops, lump crabmeat over pasta with a creamy sauce. Spouse had the Cajun shrimp and grits. Both dishes were wonderful. And the portions? Let's just say that if you think Swains is a bit pricey, your are getting dinner and lunch the next day, if not 2 dinners. I think this is the beginning of a beautiful relationship! ”
“ Had dinner with a party of 8 today, 2 kids, 6 adults. The food was incredible! We don’t eat out a lot, and living in Colorado means not enjoying seafood as much as we’d like. Swains delivered exactly what we wanted! Crab cakes were incredible! Grilled scallops? Amazing! Kids had a chicken parm (huge!!) and the mermaid pasta... both said it was the best they’d had. Every bite of every dish was just so good! Highly recommend!! ”
“ The food was excellent as was the service! The portions were huge. This was the first time for us eating here and it absolutely will not be the last! When they bring your food and ask you if you want the homemade jelly to dip your hush puppies in, you say yes! Seriously, we had a great time here. It's a little loud inside when it's busy (which I would imagine is most all the time) which is the only reason for the 4 stars on atmosphere, but overall it's 5 stars for all the right reasons! Btw... I'm including pics of dessert we took home because it had to be mentioned!! ”
“ Very good dinner! I love that they give you a basket of homemade chips & ranch as soon as you sit down, they are so good The chicken parm was very good and HUGE, probably could’ve fed 3 people. Stuffed flounder special & fried oysters were very good also ”
“ The woman at the front desk (didn’t catch her name, sorry) is amazing and is constantly tending to everyone and still managing to keep her head above water. The service was wonderful all around. The homemade chips were amazing, best hush puppies I’ve had, great salads, and good portion sizes. The fried shrimp and clam strips were amazing. The chicken parmesan was good. The herb roasted chicken was a little bland, and the steamed broccoli could use butter and seasoning, but those are minor complaints truly. We will gladly come back if we’re in the area again. :) ”
“ Swain's was awesome! The food was bang on - we got the grouper with hush puppies and fries, and fried shrimp with the same sides. Everything was cooked just right. They also have Coke Zero, if you’re into that! Our waitress was super friendly and on the ball, always made sure we were okay. The place itself was cool too, comfy seating and a nice atmosphere. We did try the mudslide cake for a chocolate fix, but it was a bit too heavy on the liquor for us. When we mentioned this to the waitress, she took it right off our check, which was really cool of her. If you're in the area, definitely hit up Swain's, you won't regret it. ”
“ Great place with large portions. Great dessert list, fabulous team based service. The space is tight, but we didn't feel crowded. Looks like there are some seasonal items, as we were looking for something that was previously reviewed that was not available. That being said, the 16oz porterhouse porkchop should never go away! Cooked just as ordered. The dining area is loud, so just right for a party with friends and family. Probably not to have a quiet, intimate conversation. ”