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By Rebecca Jones on September 25, 2025 | Reprinted from NC Sea Grant

Locals Seafood at Durham Food Hall is participating in NC Oyster Month. They are selling 1/2 off roasted oysters on Mondays and $2 shucked raw oysters on Wednesdays all through October.
Credit: Justin Kase Conder © 2024 Justin Kase Conder Usage with express permission only.

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Contact: Jane Harrison, jane_harrison@ncsu.edu, 919-513-0122

Get ready to “shellebrate” as North Carolina Oyster Month returns this October for its third anniversary, bringing a variety of fun and flavorful events across the state. From oyster farm tours to seafood festivals, there’s no shortage of ways to savor local oysters while supporting coastal conservation.

It’s time to raise a shell—NC Oyster Month is back! Throughout October, communities across North Carolina will celebrate our favorite bivalves with oyster roasts, seafood festivals, chef specials, farm tours, and more. Whether you like them raw, roasted, or fried, there’s no better time to enjoy N.C. oysters while learning about their role in our coastal culture.

North Carolina Sea Grant’s coastal economist specialist Jane Harrison says, “My favorite events are hosted by restaurants featured on the NC Oyster Trail. For example St. Roch’s Fine Oysters Bar is hosting a special N.C. oyster dinner on Wednesday, September 15th. All diners will receive shellfish swag to take home in addition to happy bellies.”

But NC Oyster Month is about more than just what’s on the plate. Every oyster tells a bigger story—one of healthy waters, working waterfronts, and traditions that connect generations. Wild oysters protect our shorelines and provide homes for marine life, while farmed oysters support local businesses and bring fresh, distinct flavors to tables across the state. Together, they sustain our coast both ecologically and economically.

“Some of my favorite educational NC Oyster Month activities are the North Carolina Seafood Festival in Morehead City on October 4 and 5, Ocracoke Working Watermen’s Festival on October 11, and the Outer Banks Seafood Festival on October 18,” suggests Harrison.

This statewide celebration is organized by North Carolina Sea Grant, the North Carolina Coastal Federation, and the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, in partnership with the NC Oyster Trail. With events stretching from the coast to the Triangle, NC Oyster Month is your chance to discover how oysters enrich our environment, our communities, and our cuisine.

For more information on North Carolina Oyster Month 2025 and to explore the NC Oyster Trail, visit ncoystertrail.org. You can also read stories about oyster conservation and the people behind the industry in North Carolina Sea Grant’s Coastwatch magazine.

NC Oyster Month Events

North Carolina Seafood Festival
Oct. 3-5 | Morehead City

Celebrate the bounty of our coast at the North Carolina Seafood Festival in downtown Morehead City. Enjoy local seafood, entertainment, and activities that highlight North Carolina’s working waterfronts and fishing heritage. Visit the NC Oyster Trail educational booth in the chef’s tent where cooking demonstrations take place every hour.

A Gilded Oyster Celebration
Oct. 4 | 10am–6pm | Empty Nest Studio & Gallery, Frisco

Celebrate the Harvest Moon with oysters, bubbly, and local art at Empty Nest Studio & Gallery. Enjoy a unique oyster jewelry sale alongside refreshments as the gallery welcomes the fall season.

2nd Annual Oyster Roast for the Coast
Oct. 4 | 5-8pm | Surf City Brewing Company, Hampstead

Celebrate conservation of The Point—now the South Topsail Preserve—at this community gathering hosted by Conserve The Point–Topsail. Enjoy local oysters, Surf City Brewing craft beer, live music from Doug McFarland, and a photography showcase by Gavin Stanton Shwala. The traveling Oyster Photo Exhibit will also be on display, sharing stories of North Carolina’s oyster heritage and industry. Tickets are $50, with proceeds supporting conservation and education programs. Register by Sept. 26.

Growing the Future of Shellfish

Oct. 4 | 10am-2pm | UNCW Center for Marine Science, Wilmington

The UNCW Center for Marine Science invites the public to tour their facilities each fall at their open house. Discover how research at UNCW’s shellfish research hatchery helps to grow NC’s shellfish aquaculture industry. You will learn about the Eastern oyster’s life cycle, selective breeding of shellfish, microalgal culture, and how to avoid death and disease in cultivation. Super educational!

Ocracoke Working Watermen’s Festival
Oct. 11 | 10am–7pm | Ocracoke Community Square Docks, Ocracoke Island

Celebrate Ocracoke’s maritime heritage at the Working Watermen’s Festival. This community gathering features working watermen’s displays, local decoy carvers, N.C. oyster farmers shucking and roasting oysters, guest chef Walker Sullivan cooking seafood, and live music. Hosted by the Ocracoke Working Watermen’s Association, the festival highlights the island’s fishing traditions and community spirit.

24th Annual Oink & Oyster Roast
Oct. 11 | 12–4pm | Pigman’s Bar-B-Que, Kill Devil Hills
Join the Rotary Clubs of the Outer Banks for the 24th Annual Oink & Oyster Roast. Feast on all-you-can-eat Pigman’s Bar-B-Que smoked pork, roasted oysters, sides, and all the fixings, plus one drink ticket.

AYCE Oyster Roast & Craft Beer at Shuckin’ Shack
Oct. 12 | 12-3pm | Shuckin’ Shack, Surf City

Join Shuckin’ Shack for an all-you-can-eat oyster roast paired with three tokens for local craft beers (21+). Tickets are $75, sold in advance only—call 910-803-2037 and ask for Carin. Live island music by Ike Kanakanui from Key West will fill the tented parking lot. Rain or shine, no refunds—bring a chair and settle in!

New River Roundtable: Oyster Highway Update
Oct. 15 | 2–4pm | Sturgeon City Environmental Education Center, Jacksonville

Join the New River Roundtable and the City of Jacksonville for an Oyster Highway update. Learn about the latest reef projects through mock-up exhibits, maps, and photos. This event offers a closer look at ongoing efforts to restore and protect local oyster habitat.

Special Oyster Dinner at St. Roch
Oct. 15 | 5-9pm | St. Roch Fine Oysters Bar, Raleigh

To kick off the start of wild oyster season, St. Roch will host a special oyster dinner highlighting North Carolina oysters. The NC Oyster Trail will be on site with shellfish swag and facts. You can make a reservation at resy.com starting on Sept. 30. St. Roch has been named one of the best oysters bars in the country by Esquire magazine and Tasting Table. Book your reservations as soon as you can!

Outer Banks Seafood Festival
Oct. 18 | Nags Head

Celebrate coastal traditions and seafood heritage at the Outer Banks Seafood Festival. The NC Oyster Trail will have an informational booth in the Education Tent. Stop by for some shellfish swag!

Shuck & Shag
Oct. 18 | 6:30-10:30PM | Sunny Side Oyster Bar, Williamston

Sunny Side Oyster Bar will host a Shuck & Shag–dance to music by a local DJ and enjoy great food, friendships, and fun! This is a smaller event leading up to their annual Shuck & Shag on February 7th. Please save the date and look for updates on their Facebook Page. No admission.

NC Oyster Festival
Oct. 18-19 | Ocean Isle Beach

Join us for the 44th Annual North Carolina Oyster Festival, a coastal tradition since 1978! Home to the only sanctioned oyster shucking contest in the state, the festival has proudly sent many talented shuckers on to national competitions. There will also be an oyster eating and stew contest. Not to miss!

Oysterberfest
Oct. 26 | 12-6pm | Wrightsville Beach Brewery, Wrightsville Beach

Celebrate the beginning of wild oyster season with your favorite local brews! Wrightsville Beach Brewery hosts this annual oyster roast featuring N.C. wild and farmed oysters. Music will be provided by Back Pocket Buddha and Birdwell Beat.

Violet Hour Oyster Tour Giveaway via Hold Fast Oyster Co.
Oct. 1–31 | Online
Win a free Violet Hour oyster farm tour on a boat for you and up to six guests! To enter, follow Hold Fast Oyster Co.’s on Instagram (@holdfastoysterco) and tag your friends in the comments of any post—the more people you tag, the more entries you earn. Giveaway runs all October, with a winner announced by mid-November. Hold Fast Oyster Co.’s farm tour leaves from Sneads Ferry Monday–Friday from 4–5:30 PM – an unforgettable coastal experience.

Locals Seafood Oyster Specials
Mondays & Wednesdays | Locals Seafood, Durham Food Hall

Head to Locals Seafood for weekly oyster specials highlighting the best of North Carolina’s coast. On Mondays, enjoy ½ off roasted N.C. oysters, and on Wednesdays, savor raw N.C. oysters for just $2 each. Fresh, local, and delicious!

Elijah’s Oyster Flights
All October | Elijah’s Oyster & Fish Camp, Wilmington

Celebrate Oyster Month at Elijah’s with rotating flights of local oysters from North Carolina’s top farms, including Ghost Fleet, Crystal Coast, Holdfast, Middle Sound, Three Little Spats, Little Star, Morris Family, Falling Tide, Seaview Crab Co., and Seaside Oyster Company. Enjoy a flight of 6 oysters for $18 or 12 for $36. With selections changing based on availability, there’s always a local option waiting to be discovered.

Stubborn Mule Oyster Month Celebration

Date TBD (likely 2nd weekend of October) | Stubborn Mule Oyster Bar & Grill, Washington

Join the Stubborn Mule for a big Oyster Month celebration with live music, farm-raised oysters, and a chance to meet farmer Chad Caraway of Caraway Oyster Company—grower of Half Naked Pirates oysters from Topsail Beach. This pro-NC seafood event will feature oysters from across the coast in a lively community gathering.

Seabird Oyster Happy Hour
Mondays | 5–6pm | Seabird Restaurant, Wilmington

Start your week with $1 N.C. oysters at Seabird’s Monday Happy Hour. Featuring Seabirdies, farmed exclusively for Seabird by Holdfast Oyster Co., these oysters are freshly shucked and served at the bar. A weekly tradition celebrating North Carolina’s oyster heritage.

NC Oyster Happy Hour
Monday-Thursdays | 4-7pm | Shuckin’ Shack, Wilmington

Don’t miss this great deal! Local N.C. oysters: $1.25 raw or $1.75 chargrilled. Why not order $1.50 wings while you’re at it?

$1.50 Oysters Every Sunday
Every Sunday in October | Coquina Fishbar, Wilmington

Sundays are made for oysters at Coquina Fishbar! Enjoy N.C. oysters for just $1.50 each—available by the half or whole dozen—all day long.

Coquina’s Oyster of the Week
Weekly in October | Coquina Fishbar, Wilmington
All October long, Coquina Fishbar is serving a new chef-created oyster special each week. Stop by to experience innovative preparations that highlight the versatility of N.C. oysters.

Oysterpalooza

Nov. 1 | Ocean Fest, Surf City

Ocean Fest is where live music, art, and surf culture meet to unite to benefit Mother Earth. Oysterpalooza at Ocean Fest is an annual ticketed charity event with top regional music talents, the best local oyster purveyors, beer & wine, food trucks, and more. There are only 750 tickets up for grabs, so be sure to secure yours soon!

1st Annual NC Oyster & Seafood Celebration

Nov. 4-5 | Seabird Restaurant, Wilmington

Local seafood advocate & chef Dean Neff hosts Seabird’s 1st annual NC oyster & seafood celebration. Learn from the best – meet oyster sommelier Julie Qiu, as well as oyster farmers and foragers. The event will show off the state’s incredible cultivated and wild oysters. Reservations live via OpenTable September 29^th!

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By Jane Harrison | Reprinted from North American Association for Environmental Education

Ryan Bethea of Oysters Carolina empties a bag full of tasty oysters from his farm. Photo credit: Justin Kase Conder

The North Carolina Oyster Trail offers unique and tasty adventures that allow N.C. visitors and residents alike to become more shellfish-literate. The Trail includes tours of working shellfish farms, seafood restaurants, markets serving local oysters year-round, and ample educational opportunities. With 90 sites to visit across the state, there is something for everyone to explore.

Do you know where your seafood comes from? Hop on a boat and learn how we grow oysters in North Carolina. Smell that salt breeze while you slurp down some of the most sustainable seafood on the planet.

Are you a fan of local foods? Taste our homegrown oyster rainbow—salty, sweet, and buttery shellfish. You can purchase our state’s oysters at a variety of markets and restaurants on the coast and inland, all featured on the NC Oyster Trail.

Did you know NC oysters are available all year long? Wild oyster season starts annually on October 15, but farmed oysters make it possible to enjoy them year-round. Get educated on how you can support a healthy coast and bountiful seafood for years to come.

Jane Harrison of North Carolina Sea Grant shows off pristine estuarine habitat for oysters on Harkers Island, North Carolina. Photo credit: Justin Kase Conder

The NC Oyster Trail organizes NC Oyster Month in October, putting on an event almost every day of the month to “shellebrate” oysters. This year, those events are being supplemented with an educational oyster photo exhibit supported by the eeBLUE Aquaculture Literacy Mini-Grants Program. The exhibit showcases the ecological, cultural, and economic importance of oysters and the people who help sustain this vital coastal resource.

This dynamic photo exhibit includes seven 3×3 ft displays, each highlighting a different aspect of North Carolina’s oyster story, from restoring coastal ecosystems to supporting local businesses. These beautiful and informative panels feature farmers, scientists, harvesters, and entrepreneurs who are helping oysters thrive.

An example of a featured topic in the exhibit is oysters’ contribution to a healthy ecosystem. A photo of a living shoreline on Harkers Island, NC, depicts the essential ecosystem services provided by oysters. Shellfish, such as oysters, improve water quality by filtering nutrients, provide habitat for 300+ species of finfish and crustaceans, and serve as a food source for marine organisms and humans.

Algae culture is critical to growing many marine species, including oysters. Photo credit: Jane Harrison

Another key takeaway from the exhibit is that 50% of NC oyster production comes from aquaculture. North Carolina has more than 300 oyster farms. Aquaculture produces oysters without depleting wild stocks. Oyster farmers often use floating cages or bags to grow out oyster seed.

Beyond the exhibit, the eeBLUE grant supported two workshops that introduced mariculture lesson plans to high school teachers and nonformal science educators. The lesson plans were designed to align with NC science standards and the state’s Career and Technical Education programs. The 10 lesson plans cover a variety of subjects, launching student explorations of aquaculture species and biology, production methods, and even business planning.

A total of 17 educators were trained to use the mariculture lesson plans and led through facilitated exercises to modify the plans to suit their specific needs. For example, an aquarium educator tailored a lesson plan to focus on marine ornamentals aquaculture.

An outdoor aquaculture laboratory at Carteret Community College was the perfect spot for the mariculture education workshop. Photo credit: Jane Harrison

Workshop evaluations showed that knowledge of marine aquaculture increased across all topics covered. Educators shared their interest in teaching aquaculture concepts, remarking, “I want to teach the public about sustainable practices,” and “I want to speak confidently about local aquaculture and how it improves water quality and the economy.” They especially enjoyed a hands-on tour of Carteret Community College’s aquaculture laboratory. The teachers’ excitement as they encountered cultivated sea urchins, algae, tropical fish, and other marine organisms will inspire them to bring lessons learned back to their classrooms.

Educators learn about marine aquaculture from North Carolina Sea Grant’s aquaculture specialist Eric Herbst. Photo credit: Jane Harrison

Teachers worked together to modify lesson plans for their classrooms. Photo credit: Jane Harrison

The NC Oyster Trail is a combined effort of NC Sea Grant, NC Coastal Federation, and the NC Shellfish Growers Association.

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“With the eeBLUE Aquaculture Literacy Mini-Grant program, NAAEE is driving significant change for a second time! We are supporting partnerships with the common goal of aquaculture literacy set by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Office of Education, the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), and the National Sea Grant Office. The nine mini-grants awarded will provide more than just financial support; they catalyze innovative educational experiences focused on aquaculture topics and promote public aquaculture literacy in eight states. These grants empower nonformal learning institutions (like aquariums), the aquaculture industry (such as shellfish, finfish, and seaweed farmers), and NOAA partners to make a tangible impact on our understanding of aquaculture. From “Agriculture in Aquaculture” to “Empowering Ocean Stewards,” these grantees are helping to support a blue planet!”

By Frank Graff on April 11, 2025 | Reprinted from PBS North Carolina

Four Acres Added to Popular Reef 

Building an artificial oyster reef in North Carolina’s Lower Cape Fear River raised questions when work began in 2017. Would it grow the oyster population? Would it survive hurricanes? That’s part of the reason the original reef only covered about one acre of the river bottom. Scientists wanted to see if the plan would work. 

Eight years later, those doubts have washed away. That’s why the North Carolina Coastal Federation and the North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries (DMF) have added four additional acres to the existing oyster and recreational fishing inshore reef. The structure sits near the banks of Carolina Beach State Park. 

“This reef site is somewhat unique in its proximity to shore, making it readily accessible to shore-based anglers or kayakers,” Jordan Byrum, enhancement project manager for the DMF, told Coastal Review. “The materials placed at the site in 2017 have withstood several hurricanes and continue to support oyster populations and provide fishing opportunities during high tide. We expect this site will remain productive for anglers visiting Carolina Beach State Park,”  

What makes this reef special? 

Most artificial reef projects use concrete debris from construction or demolition sites to build the underwater structures. The concrete is hauled to the site on barges. Front loaders on the barges scoop up the concrete and dump it overboard. 

Because of its location in the Cape Fear River, this project is a bit different. The DMF used high-pressure water hoses attached to barges to dump 2,100 tons of recycled crushed concrete into the project area. Each concrete piece is about the size of a baseball, which allows a reef of varying sizes to be built. The highest points are only about one foot tall. 

The Cape Fear River used to be lined with extensive oyster reefs, but scientists say pollution, overfishing, sedimentation, deepening of the river and disease severely reduced the population. However, studies show the river still has a high volume of floating oyster larvae, and it’s hoped the expanded reef will serve as a base for the larvae to attach and grow. 

Additional environmental work planned 

The reef expansion isn’t the only river enhancement work to be done. 

Work crews will also restore 10 acres of wetlands in the park and install about 2,000 feet of living shorelines along the park’s river boundary, including salt marsh habitats and oyster reef sills. Those sills are essentially low-elevation reefs made up of oyster shells, which will help protect the shoreline and provide habitats for aquatic species. 

The reef is part of the Oyster Pathway, which the Coastal Federation hopes to extend downriver to Bald Head Island. The path would connect the natural reefs in the waterway with reefs built by the Coastal Federation, Audubon North Carolina, UNC Wilmington and the Bald Head Island Conservancy. 

The DMF launched its artificial reef program in the 1970s. It now has a total of 68 permitted artificial reefs and oyster sanctuaries in the state. 

More from Sci NC

Watch Sci NC to learn more about the artificial reef program and NC’s oysters. 

By Jane Harrison on May 5, 2025 | Reprinted from North Carolina Sea Grant

Sea Grant staff visiting the oyster photo exhibit. Credit: Jane Harrison.

North Carolina Sea Grant and the NC Oyster Trail have teamed up on an oyster photo exhibit to showcase the folks behind the shellfish grown in our state. The exhibit celebrates the ecological, cultural, and economic importance of oysters and the people who help sustain this vital coastal resource. To bring the exhibit to your community, fill out this interest form.

The Exhibit

This dynamic photo exhibit includes seven 3×3 ft displays, each highlighting a different aspect of North Carolina’s oyster story, from restoring coastal ecosystems to supporting local businesses. These beautiful and informative panels feature farmers, scientists, harvesters, and entrepreneurs who are helping oysters thrive in our state.

A living shoreline. Credit: Justin Kase Conder.

An example of a featured topic in the exhibit is oysters’ contribution to a healthy ecosystem. A photo of a living shoreline on Harkers Island depicts the essential ecosystem services provided by oysters. Shellfish like oysters improve water quality by filtering nutrients, provide habitat for 300+ finfish and crustaceans, and serve as a food source for marine organisms and humans.

Another key takeaway from the exhibit is that 50% of NC oyster production comes from aquaculture. North Carolina has more than 300 oyster farms. Aquaculture produces oysters without depleting wild stocks. Oyster farmers often use floating cages or bags to grow out oyster seed.

Ryan Bethea. Credit: Justin Kase Conder.

“The best part about oyster farming is being out on the water. And oysters are delicious,” says Ryan Bethea, oyster farmer and owner of Oysters Carolina.

Make sure to ask for local seafood and support North Carolina’s working waterfront communities. Restaurants and markets that sell local oysters year-round can be found on the NC Oyster Trail. And once you’re done eating oysters, recycle the shells. Juvenile oysters attach to hard surfaces like shells, fusing together to form reefs, and are available for harvest in the next generation.

Matt Schwab of Hold Fast Oyster Co. Credit: Justin Kase Conder.

Want to Host the Exhibit?

The exhibit is a great fit for museums, aquariums, libraries, classrooms, visitor centers, and more. It’s easy to install and can be set up for special events or longer stays (up to four weeks). Displays are available with metal stands or can be wall-mounted with pushpins.

To bring the exhibit to your community, fill out this interest form.

“The exhibit connects people to the coastal heritage of North Carolina while raising awareness about the role oysters play in healthy ecosystems and resilient communities,” says Jane Harrison, NC Oyster Trail coordinator and NC Sea Grant coastal economics specialist. For more info or to chat about exhibit logistics, email jane_harrison@ncsu.edu.

In the modern culinary environment, restaurants are increasingly focused on the notion of giving back. Back to the community, to patrons, and to their team.

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Reprinted from Port City Daily on February 25, 2022

For Beverly and Jason Simas, owners of the Shuckin’ Shack in Surf City, it doesn’t stop there. This dynamic duo is committed to giving back to the environment that has enabled them to serve the freshest local seafood since 2015.

“At Shuckin Shack, Surf City we are completely committed to oyster recycling. One-hundred percent of our oyster shells are recycled and returned to local waters to create artificial reefs and stimulate the growth of new wild oysters,” explains Beverly. “We volunteer with the NC Coastal Federation when teams get together to ‘bag’ local oysters to be returned to local waters.”

The commitment to local sustainability has earned the eatery a place on the North Carolina Oyster Trail, which highlights local restaurants, oyster farmers, and eco tours that spotlight the local mollusk.

“To be listed on the trail, we had to commit to keeping the local oysters on our menu every day,” said Beverly. “That isn’t a challenge for us because we love to make our local delicacies the star of the show. The taste is amazing and they clean our local waters, so it really is a win-win for everyone.”

In addition, they also bring in oysters from locations along the East Coast, to provide patrons with a taste of oysters from areas outside the Carolinas, including Canada.

“Every day, you can sample oysters from our local waters and fresh oysters from up and down the East Coast. It’s an amazing experience,” she said. “You can also have those oysters cooked in our many oyster dishes like chargrilled oysters. A varied oyster menu was our dream in opening an oyster bar.”

Beverly and Jason Simas, owners of the Shuckin’ Shack in Surf City.

But it isn’t just the locally sourced items that keep patrons coming back. According to the Simas’ the staff is by far the number one incredible reason why Shuckin’ Shack of Surf City has such a loyal customer base. According to Beverly, the restaurant has a policy of tip sharing among the staff members, which has fostered an environment where the responsibility to show guests the best time imaginable is not only shared, it’s embraced as an attitude.

“You will never hear any of our team members say, ‘that’s not my table,’ or ‘those aren’t my guests,” she said. “We are really proud of the team environment. Not only are our patrons the beneficiaries of top-quality customer service, but it really makes for an outstanding work environment for our team. And they work really hard, so it’s equally as important that they like coming to work and are proud to be a part of the Shuckin’ Shack team.”

Aside from its menu, Beverly said they work very hard to distinguish the restaurant with a “complete commitment to community charity and involvement.” Among the charities they consistently support is the Reel Housewives of Topsail Island Breast Cancer Charity Ride. For more than a decade, the Island-wide, 26-mile bicycle ride is held each fall to raise funds and help local breast cancer patients & survivors.

“We hold a sign-up kick-off party with live music, which is really a ton of fun,” she said. “We feel very strongly about giving back to the people who have patronized us over the years. That’s the beauty of a small-town community bar and restaurant – most people don’t realize how small, brick-and-mortar businesses sustain such charitable efforts throughout this country. It’s so important.”

Beverly and Jason work hard to plan events in the restaurant each month to give visitors something extra special to experience while dining. A Mardi Gras celebration will be held from February 25 – March 1 during which guests will be “transported” to New Orleans and treated to a special menu of food and drink inspired by the Big Easy.

During the week of St. Patrick’s Day, Shuckin’ Shack Surf City will be transformed into an authentic Irish Pub, complete with lively Irish music, bangers n’ mash, and green beer. According to the Simas’ EVERYTHING is going to be green!

Shuckin’ Shack Surf City prides itself on catering to both locals and tourists, providing them a place to enjoy a good time and watch a sporting event on big screens while taking in some of the local history.

Menu items are not limited to seafood. In addition to the crab legs, Ahi tuna, and seafood tacos, Shuckin’ Shack serves amazing burgers, sandwiches, salads, and chicken wings, which can be washed down with its popular Shack Attack Bloody Mary.

Shuckin’ Shack is located at 13460 NC 50 #101 in Surf City. They are open seven days a week from 12 noon – 9 p.m. For more information, contact Shuckin’ Shack at 910.803.2037.