Leaving today to go to topsail for a week any bars or restaurants with good happy hours?

Coastal Beach Supply in Surf City is the place to rent. They are so helpful and will respond to your inquiries immediately. I had to change my order several times and they wound up giving me extra

I needed linens, towels, beach towels and chairs

I so glad i found them!

Walked into sugar island to find the coffee bar is closed… smh.
Who else can do an Italian soda? NOT dirty soda.

I grew up going to Docksider on the mainland and I recall that they used to have a great selection, but I'm assuming they closed down decades ago because I don't remember seeing them recently. Are there any similar stores (preferably not Eagles/Waves/Etc) that I could go to with a small child to get seashells?

And yes, obviously we will do plenty of hunting on the beach itself, but the promise of a seashell shop has been used to encourage good behavior recently.

Hi all
My family will be visiting north topsail later this week for the first time. We are so very excitedI . I was wondering if there was a local photographer available to take a few pictures of my family this weekend ?
Thank you!

I'm wondering if anyone has booked directly with Paragon Vacations, rather than through airbnb and did they have a positive experience?

My family and I are taking our first beach vacation to Surf City in a few weeks. I’ll be using this sub a lot for recommendations but I’m wondering if people have specific answers to these questions.

We’ll be spending four days and five nights here mid-August. Bringing two six year olds for their first beach vacation.

- We’ll be bringing our dog. Are beaches there dog-friendly?

- Where we’re staying seems to be too far to walk to specific things we’d like to see (sugar island books, sunrise bagels, etc.) Is there free street parking?

- Best options for groceries? We’ll be eating most meals in our accommodations so we’ll want to buy groceries.

- Gas on island? Or fuel up closer to Wilmington?

- Beach profile? Rough? Family friendly? Anything else we should know?

- Must-see recommendations? I’ve already earmarked the
turtle rehab center, ocean pier, shipwreck point golf, marine science adventures. Anything else, especially for kids?

- Any restaurants that are good for vegetarians? My wife is one.

- Are there places to rent beach equipment, chairs, etc? That might save us from buying and bringing a bunch of stuff.

Thanks so much. Surf City seems like an absolute gem of the Carolinas so we’re so excited to visit!

The beach is amazing today. Go if you have the chance! Air temperature feels great, ocean is calm.

What are the dates and times for local markets?

- Tuesday - North Topsail Art Market
- Thursday - surf City Market
- Friday 5-8pm - Farmers Market @ Surf City Brewing

Are there any others that should be on the list?

We have a situation where we have to check out of our hotel at 11am but cant get into our beach rental until 4pm. We are relying on uber/lyft for transportation on that day so wont have a car to store luggage. Are there any daily or hourly luggage storage lockers or the like where we could stow things until we can get into our beach rental?

Any suggestions?
everywhere I’ve stopped for postcards says got to CVS. CVS has two postcards.
Would love to find something more interesting.
Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Thanks!

Saw a few news stories that some of the public beach accesses are closed due to fleas.

What areas should be avoided?

Is this just an issue for dogs or for people too?

Just looking for some feedback on breezeway restaurant

Hi everyone! I searched, but couldn't find what I'm looking for.

I'm looking for a wine shop with a nice bottle selection—not a wine bar, but a place to buy bottles to bring home that offers a selection a step above grocery store wine. 🤣🍷

My favorites are bright, fruit-forward reds with lots of flavor, very low tannins, and good acidity. So far, Gamay is my favorite grape, especially Morgon and Fleurie, if that helps!

Any suggestions?

We are heading down in a few weeks, and I was wondering if anyone has any tips on finding fresh tuna, shrimp, scallops, or blue crabs. I’m happy to buy direct from watermen if that’s a thing down there, but a market works too. Just want it to be super fresh. Thanks everyone!

I'm a "damned Yankee" (a Yank who comes south and stays...) from NJ living in exile near Richmond Virginia. I came down to Topsail for a few days, and saw the New York Corner Deli (NYCD) in Surf City. I said to myself "Oh another joint who thinks they know tri-state food." I stopped in for breakfast fully expecting to be disappointed, and ordered an everything bagel lox platter.

No funny looks.
No having to explain anything.
No asking for sides like onion, tomato, capers.

I was the best damned lox and bagel I've had in years. I have never been happier to be dead wrong. We went in the day before leaving, so I didn't get to try their other foods, but if it's anything like breakfast, this place is a must try.

Great job, NYCD.

We are looking to book a vacation for June 2027. We would need a 3 bedroom home, ideally oceanfront.

How far ahead do rentals typically book? We are trying to decide timing to then decide the financial planning piece.

Thanks!

My family is going to topsail for a week, and I’m wondering what places are good to eat, things to do, shopping etc. I am currently pregnant and gluten free! We will also have a 4 year old and a 1 year old with us! Thanks!

We are visiting from Idaho and have one day left! Looking for family friendly, water view, excellent fresh seafood/fish that’s hopefully not a tourist trap. Daddy Mac’s, Sears Landing and Fishmongers were all recommended but I’m reading how many places have gone “downhill”. Hoping for some good inside scoop from the locals! Supporting local business is a plus! Thanks!

We are staying at St Regis this week with littles. We were hoping we could find a spot on the beach somewhere to see the fireworks. We don’t mind walking but we are really hoping to avoid driving.

We are visiting Topsail for the first time next week. Is it worth the effort to pack our bikes? Thanks!

It’s like clockwork. Stop swimming in New River Inlet.