Open Mic at The Second Row nurtures performers and audiences alike.
Restaurants Articles
Neither a Trailer nor Trash
The Trailer Bar is one of N.C. most popular coastal dive bars, and it’s not what you think.
Business Profile: Low Tide Steakhouse and Sandbar
An authentic steakhouse opens in the Topsail area specializing in hand-cut rib eyes, bacon-wrapped filets and NY strips.
A Restaurant Reborn
Steve Holland explains the origins of the legendary Holland’s Shelter Creek II Restaurant and how it came to be in a new location.
Good Eats
While Deli Works may be in a challenging location, it proves that great food and hard work are the basis for restaurant success.
Past Articles
Smokin’ in Holly Ridge
Smoky Tony’s opened during the coronavirus lockdown, but that hasn’t stopped it from gaining a loyal following. When Anthony Bowman, aka Smoky Tony, opened his new restaurant in Holly Ridge, the...
Summer Has Kicked the Bucket
Topsail Steamer’s seafood buckets are the perfect way to celebrate Labor Day with family and friends.
Coffee on the Move
The Daily Grind’s new location is bigger and better for serving its loyal island patrons. Grabbing a cup of coffee at The Daily Grind has been as much a part of Topsail Island life as flip-flops,...
The New Normal in Dining
The Topsail Steamer’s seafood steam pots are a hit for family-friendly, socially distant gatherings. Topsail Steamer, the no-restaurant restaurant, has boomed as the shift in habits reflects new...
Spreading Kindness in the Community
Derek Andrews, owner of Hwy 55 Burgers, Shakes & Fries in Leland, Surf City and Sneads Ferry, loves his customers and communities. The Leland, Surf City and Sneads Ferry locations of Hwy 55...
A Meeting Place
Sundial Coffee and Tea is a community hub in Holly Ridge. Sundial Coffee and Tea has been open for less than a year, but already it has become a home away from home for many Topsail area residents...
