What should I order at Paul's of Oak Island?
Paul's of Oak Island
Wings
Highly recommended multiple times with various sauces such as traditional hot sauce, garlic parm, honey mustard, lemon pepper, and options for extra crispy. Reviewers praised them for being fresh (not frozen) and flavorful, calling them the best wings they've had in years.
BLT
Mentioned twice as a large, satisfying sandwich with toasted sourdough bread adding a crispy texture. It was enjoyed by several reviewers.
Seafood Platters / Fish Dishes (including grilled mahi, flounder, fish and chips, shrimp, popcorn shrimp)
Widely praised for delicious, fresh fish and shrimp options. Seafood platters are filling and highly recommended for those seeking great fish dinners.
Burger (including cowboy style smash burger and regular burger)
Burgers received positive remarks for taste and presentation, with one reviewer specifically enjoying the cowboy style smash burger and another appreciating the burger served on toasted sourdough.
Mac & Cheese
Noted for being made with real seasoning and quality ingredients, different from typical kids' mac & cheese, with some adults enjoying it as well.
Collard Greens (side)
Called the best ever by a reviewer and recommended as a side dish to try.
Tuna Stackable Appetizer
Recommended by a server and described as delicious by a reviewer who tried it.
Patty Melt
Described as delicious and enjoyed by a reviewer during a quick dinner visit.
Cajun Fries / Crinkle Cut Fries
Fries received compliments for taste and texture, with cajun fries being called delicious and crinkle cut fries described as perfection.
Ribs
Mentioned in takeout orders and positively noted by a reviewer.
Hours
| Monday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Wednesday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Thursday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Friday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Saturday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Sunday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
About Paul's of Oak Island
Paul's of Oak Island is a restaurant, bar and grill, and sports bar in Oak Island, North Carolina. It serves burgers, wings, sandwiches, comfort food, and drinks, with review tags repeatedly highlighting the smash burger, cheese curds, beer selection, and fried chicken sandwich. Reviewers consistently praise the friendly service, fast service, and the chance to watch games while also playing skee ball or other games. The atmosphere is described as casual and trendy, with dine-in, outdoor seating, and bar seating available.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Curbside pickup
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Serves local specialty
- Sports
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked questions
What is Paul's of Oak Island known for?
It is especially known for the smash burger, which reviewers repeatedly call big, delicious, and worth returning for. The beer selection is also a major draw, along with sports on the TVs and bar-game extras like skee ball and shuffleboard.
What dishes are most recommended at Paul's of Oak Island?
Reviewers most often recommend the smash burger, cheese curds, chili burger, fried chicken sandwich, and shrimp and grits. Other specific favorites mentioned include the shrimp quesadilla, Mediterranean wrap, and meatloaf special, which one review called so good it was ordered again to go.
What is the atmosphere like at Paul's of Oak Island?
The vibe is casual, trendy, and bar-forward, with sports on large screens, music, and games like skee ball and pinball. It works well for groups and solo diners, and reviewers also mention it being comfortable enough for a relaxed dinner or a stop after the beach or a race.
Is Paul's of Oak Island good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is about $20 to $30, and reviewers describe the prices as reasonable for the portion sizes and quality. Several comments mention big burgers, prompt service, and meals that felt worth coming back for, especially when paired with the beer selection and game-day atmosphere.
Can you watch sports while eating at Paul's of Oak Island?
Yes, sports are a clear part of the experience, and reviewers mention watching games on large screens while eating and drinking. One review specifically noted staff going out of their way to find a day game, which makes it a strong choice if you want to catch a game while dining.
Is parking available at Paul's of Oak Island?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Paul's of Oak Island have vegetarian options?
Yes, Paul's of Oak Island offers vegan options.
Is Paul's of Oak Island kid-friendly?
Yes, Paul's of Oak Island is good for kids.
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