A sad note: Captain John’s is now closed.

Captain John’s Seafood House at Calabash North Carolina was a must stop for us.  After eating at the Boundary House Restaurant, we wanted to return to Calabash for more seafood.  We were told by friends to try Captain John’s. The restaurant is very nice and has lots of seating, but they also have a deck outside which is very nice with some great views. Seating is more limited on deck, but it is worth asking for.

view from the deck

Captain John’s starts you out with their hushpuppies and butter.  Their hushpuppies are longer and thinner than most, but the taste is great.

 The menu at Captain John’s Seafood House is simpler than most.  Instead of a list of every possible combination, they have you build your own platter. Getting what you want the way you want it.

I chose a two-item platter made up of fried flounder and fried clam strips.

I really liked the fish, but the clam strips were really great. My wife had a three-item platter, with broiled fish, boiled shrimp and fries’ oysters.

Captain John’s Seafood House is a really nice place to eat when visiting Calabash, North Carolina. They have the taste of Calabash seafood, and the people are friendly and very helpful in making your selection.