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Beach Access & Parking

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Grocery

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    Tiki Bar at North End Market - 2181 New River Inlet, N Topsail Beach, NC

    This is the closest convenient store for those necessary items. <2 minute drive.

  • Exterior view of a Food Lion grocery store with shopping carts near the entrance. Small images show fresh produce section and a meat display inside the store.

    Food Lion, Sneads Ferry - 965 Old Folkstone Rd, Sneads Ferry, NC

    This is the closest full grocery. It's located near the entrance to the island near the upper bridge. It's best to stop here on your way in. 10 minute drive.

  • A Publix grocery store exterior with a parking lot, and close-up images of grocery store aisles with packaged foods and baked goods.

    Publix Super Market, Surf City 2765 NC Hwy 210 E, Hampstead, NC

    Grocery in Surf City. 22 minutes.

Food Scene

  • Colorful beach-themed building with green and pink window shutters, inflatable palm trees, and outdoor seating area, with a blue sky and American flag.

    Beach Bums Grill & Bar - 4021 Island Dr, North Topsail Beach, NC

    Good food. Good beer selection. Excellent service. Kid friendly. 9 minute drive.

  • Outdoor patio with tables and chairs, colorful flags and banners, and a building with a sign 'Agave Azul'. Indoor section showing people dining and a bar area

    Agave Azul Modern Mex & Cantina - 1269 Nc Highway 210, Sneads Ferry, NC

    Great Mexican food. 10 minute drive.

  • Collage of images showing a Pittsburgh Steelers themed event with outdoor gathering, American football-themed decorations, and various dishes including a salad and a dessert with strawberries and whipped cream.

    Rick's Restaurant & Sports Bar, Sneads Ferry - 510 Petes Way, Sneads Ferry, NC

    This place is always packed. Choose your dining time wisely! 9 minute drive.

  • A beachside scene with a surf school and a taco restaurant, featuring people sitting outdoors under tents, with banners and signs, and two dishes of Mexican food with chips and salsa.

    Shaka Taco, Surf City - 07 N Shore Dr, Surf City, NC

    Casual dining. Excellent tacos! Parking on location. 20 minute drive.

  • A collage of four images showing a waterfront area with houses, a plate of fried food with sandwiched burger, and a dock with boats on a river.

    Sears Landing, Surf City - 806 Roland Ave, Surf City, NC

    Solid food with nice views of the bay. 22 minute drive.

  • Two colorful tropical drinks on a table at an outdoor seaside restaurant or cafe, with white chairs and tables, a wooden railing, and a view of the ocean and blue sky in the background.

    Daddy Mac's Beach Grille, Surf City - 108 N Shore Dr, Surf City, NC

    This is one of the few places you can dine with expansive views of the ocean. 20 minute drive.

  • A collage of three images: the first showing a bakery sign that reads 'Tretak Donuts,' the second displaying a box of assorted donuts with various toppings, and the third featuring two donuts on a tray, one glazed and the other with frosting and sprinkles.

    Daybreak Donuts, Surf City - 303 S Topsail Dr, Surf City, NC

    Fresh donuts! 22 minute drive.

  • Exterior view of Beach Shoots & Grill restaurant with a gray building, white trim, and a sign, along with images of a plated tenderloin steak with sauce and vegetables, and a burger with fries.

    Beach Shop & Grill, Topsail Beach - 701 South Anderson Blvd., Topsail Beach, NC

    Well worth the trip to the bottom of the island! 30 minute beautiful drive. There are shops in this area as well.

  • Collage showing signs for Surf City Crab and fish restaurant, and a photo of seafood dishes including shrimp, corn on the cob, and dipping sauces.

    Crab Pot, Surf City - 508 Roland Ave, Surf City, NC

    Fresh sea food. It’s a little rough and ready but the food is top notch.

Catering & Private Chefs

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    Gringo Ninja

    GringoNInja Private Chef Service was founded February 2021 and quickly gained a reputation for delivering high-quality, customized meals to meet the needs of individuals, families, and businesses. We strive to exceed the expectations of our clients by delivering exceptional service and high quality cuisine

  • Assorted desserts and fresh grapes on a wooden table outdoors, with blurred landscape in the background.

    Cheek & Belly Catering Company

    Voted Best Caterer, Onslow County 2023! Since 2018, we have brought the best locally sourced proteins, produce, and grains to you! We‘re giving catering a make-over, with chef inspired dishes and service with charm.

Sightseeing

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    ORV Beach Access, North Topsail Beach

    To the top of the island! This is a beautiful location with available parking. Low tide is when you'll find trucks parked on the sand. You can really see the current move here. 4 minute drive.

  • Scenic view of a golf course with green fairways, water hazards, and surrounding trees under a partly cloudy sky.

    North Shore Golf, Sneads Ferry

    9 minute drive.

  • Beach at sunset with waves and a person standing on the shoreline

    Serenity Point, Topsail Beach

    This is the bottom of the island. Amazing walks on the sand and views. Bring your camera!

Rentals

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    Topsail Beach Service, Topsail Island

    Rent umbrellas, chairs, bikes, paddle boards, games, etc.
    www.topsailbeachservice.com

  • A woman sitting on a teal and black tandem bicycle at the beach, with a man standing beside her, both smiling and holding the bike, under a blue sky with calm ocean in the background.

    Topsail Surf & Cycle, Surf City

    Rent electronic bikes, kayaks, surfboards, etc. 20 minute drive.
    www.topsailsurfandcycle.com

  • Sign for 50 South Surf Shop with palm trees on either side, indicating it sells surfboards, beach gear, and apparel in Topsail Island, North Carolina.

    50 South Surf Shop, Topsail Beach

    More rentals!!! 20 minute drive.
    www.surf50south.com

  • The website for Drop In Surf features blue branding and offers surf rentals, lessons, and retail items. The homepage displays an interior view of a retail store with clothing and surf gear and has social media icons at the top right.

    Drop in Surf Shop, North Topsail Beach

    More rentals plus surf lessons!!! 10 minute drive.
    www.dropinsurfnc.com

  • Multiple golf carts parked indoors; front one is red with large tires, the others are blue and beige, all with roofs and windshields.

    Elite Carts, Surf City

    Golf cart rentals.
    www.elitegolfcartrentals.com

Kids

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    North Topsail Beach Town Park

    Closest park and playground. 6 minute drive.

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    Soundside Park - 517 Roland Ave, Surf City, NC

    My favorite playground! There are also walking paths and a boat ramp where you can watch the boats as you play.

  • Close-up of a starfish on rocky surface, with two other images showing a lizard on a terrarium and a chameleon among plants.

    EMA Touch Tank Aquarium - 106 N Topsail Dr, Surf City, NC

    Great for the kids! 20 minutes.

Bars & Beverage

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    Tiki Bar - 2181 New River Inlet, N Topsail Beach, NC

    There is also a tiki bar attached with outdoor seating and volleyball courts. <2 minute drive.

  • Four small glasses of beer, with two dark and two light, are arranged on a wooden table on a beer flight paddle shaped like a map of Pennsylvania.

    Salty Turtle Beer Co. - 103 Triton Lane, Surf City, NC

    Love this place! Family friendly. You can bring your food here to eat also. 22 minutes.

  • A building with a sign reading 'Topsail Island Brewing,' with a spacious wooden deck in front, surrounded by trees and cloudy sky.

    Topsail Island Brewing - 514 Pete’s Way, Sneads Ferry, NC

    Tucked away behind Rick’s. Cool location and great beer. 9 minute drive.

  • Outside of a store with a glass door, displaying bottles of alcohol and water bottles on shelves and in cups.

    ABC Liquor Store - 987 NC-210, Sneads Ferry, NC

    Closest liquor store. 13 minutes.

  • A bar with a wooden counter, beer taps, and shelves of bottles. A flight of beer samples on a wooden paddle and a slice of pizza with various toppings are also shown.

    The Peak Taproom - 205 Roland Avenue, Unit C, Surf City, NC

    Excellent craft beer selection! 20 minutes.

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    Coffee Joy - Bldg 2 2000 New River Inlet Rd North Topsail Beach, NC

    Right next door! Located in St. Regis. Just a quick walk for an excellent cup of coffee.

Explore

  • View from the bow of a boat looking out onto calm ocean water with a blue sky and a few clouds.

    Explore The Island & Beyond

    The entire island is beautiful. There are charters and a lot you can do on the water. If you find a great one, please pass along the recommendation!

  • Cherry Creek walking trail along the water with buildings and a boat in the distance

    Wilmington

    Feeling up for an adventure? Wilmington is about an a hour away and has great food and lots to do. The River Walk is a happening stop!

  • Interior of a surf shop with surfboards displayed, shelves with accessories, and a checkout counter.

    Surf City Shopping

    There are tons of unique shops all around the island. Be sure to explore the entire island. You'll never know what you'll find.