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Neighborhood restaurant and bar serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Gaffers serves only the freshest and local seafood, burgers, steaks, wings, pastas, homemade desserts and so much more!! Gaffer’s carries all ABC permits, has a large outdoor dining area, a covered patio, has live music weekly, and is family friendly!!
Neighborhood spot offering seafood bites, country-style breakfast & cocktails, plus live music.
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Address: 9106-A Coast Guard Rd, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Phone: (252) 764-0074
Website: http://www.gaffersemeraldisle.com/
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Bjet
Fun! Great food! Service friendly and efficient. We had a big group event here last night. Only real complaint was that the music was so loud we could not hold a conversation at all. Music was great though! Went back for a snack today and had their shrimp nachos! Very different but delicious! I would order no red onions and half the chips next time. Great bar. My husband had a painkiller. He loved it. All rimmed up with coconut. I would recommend this place for sure!
… moreMatt Robie
Gaffer’s is one of those coastal North Carolina spots that just gets it—good food, friendly people, and a relaxed vibe that makes you want to hang around a little longer. From the moment we walked in, the staff was welcoming and upbeat, and we were seated quickly even though it felt nicely busy.
The menu has a little something for everyone, but it really shines if you’re in the mood for seafood and classic beach-town comfort food. Everything came out hot, fresh, and plated well. The flavors were spot on—not overly salty, not greasy, just well-seasoned and made with care. Portions were generous without feeling over the top, and the ingredients tasted quality (especially the seafood). We also appreciated that the service stayed attentive without hovering—refills showed up on time, and our server checked in just enough to make sure everything was perfect.
The atmosphere is casual and fun, the kind of place you can show up in flip-flops after a day out and feel right at home. It’s clean, well-kept, and the overall energy is exactly what you want when you’re eating near the water.
If you’re visiting the area or you’re a local looking for a reliable go-to, Gaffer’s is absolutely worth the stop. We’ll be back the next time we’re in town.
… moreThe menu has a little something for everyone, but it really shines if you’re in the mood for seafood and classic beach-town comfort food. Everything came out hot, fresh, and plated well. The flavors were spot on—not overly salty, not greasy, just well-seasoned and made with care. Portions were generous without feeling over the top, and the ingredients tasted quality (especially the seafood). We also appreciated that the service stayed attentive without hovering—refills showed up on time, and our server checked in just enough to make sure everything was perfect.
The atmosphere is casual and fun, the kind of place you can show up in flip-flops after a day out and feel right at home. It’s clean, well-kept, and the overall energy is exactly what you want when you’re eating near the water.
If you’re visiting the area or you’re a local looking for a reliable go-to, Gaffer’s is absolutely worth the stop. We’ll be back the next time we’re in town.
Ricksterski
Great local restaurant here on the island. Really good food and drinks. Lots of outdoor seating with great bands for entertainment. I had a nice burger and fries and my wife enjoyed salad with chicken.
… moreChristie Avery-Cooper
Nice place, chill atmosphere, more outside seating then indoors but all the outside seating is covered, and looked comfortable. Staff were super friendly & very attentive. Menu had a nice variety of items although I would of like to have seen more Appetizer options as well as sandwich options, plenty of seafood items to choose from. Had the tater skins for app. They were very good but you only get 4. Chicken wings were great. Got the Big C burger which was just that “BIG” tasted great & cooked well. Cole slaw & Pasta Salad were ehh. The small cheap flimsy plastic cups for drink I could do without. A stronger plastic or glass is much more preferred. Overall nice experience, good food, great service.
… moreHenry Morgan
We stopped and had lunch after strolling the beach. There was a very talented musician playing so we had good music with our lunch. We ate Blackened shrimp nachos and a potato appetizer. Both were very good. The nachos were more than enough for four of us. We’ll certainly come back the next time!
… moreCam Ross
We had Prime Rib (12oz), thursday night special, with mashed sweet potato and green beans with a onion ring starter. Prime rib was delicious and great cut. Onion rings were tasty. Love the atmosphere. Nice outside seating.
… moreAlyssa Griffin
Major prompts to our waitress who was able to go alone with my dad’s sarcastic personality and million questions about the menu. She played along with him and yet remained professional. I enjoyed my drink and the fish tacos. Would eat at again!
… moreGary Coovert
On a Monday at EI, there are very few places open with a pet friendly patio. There was a wait for a table, but there is a bar that allows you to have a drink while you wait.
Great atmosphere outdoors. Live music, spacious tables, and fresh air. The service was impeccable. Our hostess provided a water bowl for our dog, and our server (who was busting his a$$), was attentive to our table throughout the evening.
Food was excellent and worthy of the price. We had Cheese Balls and Crab Dip to start. Entrees were the Mahi and Salmon. Generous portions, and great flavors.
The restaurant leans toward upscale dining with the prices, but the quality of food service equals what you pay. It’s busy, so expect to wait. Overall, I would definitely eat here again.
… moreGreat atmosphere outdoors. Live music, spacious tables, and fresh air. The service was impeccable. Our hostess provided a water bowl for our dog, and our server (who was busting his a$$), was attentive to our table throughout the evening.
Food was excellent and worthy of the price. We had Cheese Balls and Crab Dip to start. Entrees were the Mahi and Salmon. Generous portions, and great flavors.
The restaurant leans toward upscale dining with the prices, but the quality of food service equals what you pay. It’s busy, so expect to wait. Overall, I would definitely eat here again.
Edna Pecina de Mendoza
We visited this Restaurant in our summer 2025. The food was so delicious. The Restaurant is beautiful, and the service is fantastic. Special mention to Kat and Tommy. They were super kind and beyond wonderful.
… moreDavid Jernigan
Wow! The food was delicious our server was great, and the live music was just right!
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