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Seafood restaurant in Oak Island, North Carolina
What should I order at Tranquil Harbour Restaurant & Bar?
What to order
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Crab Dip
Recommended multiple times for being delicious, fresh, and a standout appetizer.
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Hickory Bourbon Salmon
Praised for being excellent, awesome, and perfectly seasoned, with generous portions.
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Fresh Catch
Frequently recommended as the freshest and tastiest option, especially when blackened or served as a sandwich.
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Red Drum
Called out as a favorite fresh catch and described as perfect and very flavorful.
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Seafood Chowder
Highlighted for having exceptional flavor and being one of the best-tasting dishes mentioned.
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Crab Cakes
Recommended for being very fresh, perfectly grilled, and consistently good.
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Coconut Shrimp
Praised as fantastic, especially with the raspberry horseradish sauce.
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Bourbon BBQ Salmon
Described as awesome and one of the best meals ordered, showing strong flavor and quality.
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Blackened Scallops
Raved about for being tender and highly satisfying.
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Fish Of The Day Sandwich
Mentioned positively for tasting amazing, especially when prepared blackened and grilled.
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Mahi And Shrimp Combo
Praised as perfect, with both the mahi and shrimp enjoyed by the reviewers.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 12 to 8 PM |
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| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 12 to 8 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 8 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 8 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 8 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 8 PM |
About Tranquil Harbour Restaurant & Bar
Locally sourced seafood, steaks, burgers & other American fare from a cozy place with a bar & patio.
Amenities
From the business
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Serves local specialty
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
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is Tranquil Harbour Restaurant & Bar known for?
It is especially known for crab cakes, crab dip, and fresh catch seafood, including pompano, red drum, and other fish cooked blackened, grilled, or Oscar style. Reviewers also call out the fresh seafood chowder and say the portions are large for the $20 to 30 price range.
What dishes are most recommended at Tranquil Harbour Restaurant & Bar?
The most often recommended items are the crab cakes, crab dip, seafood chowder, grilled pompano, and the fresh catch sandwich. Reviewers also single out the Cowboy Burger, Goonie's Burger, Hickory Bourbon Salmon, prime rib, and mac and cheese as strong picks.
What is the atmosphere like at Tranquil Harbour Restaurant & Bar?
The vibe is casual and cozy, with a bar, patio, and outdoor seating that reviewers describe as a small but welcoming spot. It seems to work well for groups and tourists, and people also mention it as a good place for a relaxed solo meal or an easy dinner on the island.
Is Tranquil Harbour Restaurant & Bar good value?
Yes, many reviewers say the food is reasonably priced for the quality and portion size, especially at the listed $20 to 30 range. Comments about hot, fresh food, large servings, and generous plates like the fresh catch sandwich and salmon support the value reputation.
How is the service and how long is the wait at Tranquil Harbour Restaurant & Bar?
Reviewers frequently describe the service as fast, attentive, and friendly, and several mention being seated or served in a timely fashion. There can be a wait for a table at busy times, but guests say it is worth it, especially on popular nights like prime rib night.
Is parking available at Tranquil Harbour Restaurant & Bar?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Does Tranquil Harbour Restaurant & Bar have vegetarian options?
Yes, Tranquil Harbour Restaurant & Bar offers vegetarian options.
Is Tranquil Harbour Restaurant & Bar kid-friendly?
Yes, Tranquil Harbour Restaurant & Bar is good for kids.
