If you’re looking for fresh, local seafood, Saltbox Seafood Joint is where it’s at. Chef Ricky Moore was inspired by classic seafood shacks you find dotted along the coast. Moore’s passion for food comes through with each bite, and that’s why he is a James Beard Best Chef: Southeast Award winner.
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Hours:
Monday: Closed Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Sunday: Closed
This is one of those places that there should be a line out the door. The food is amazing. What I love about it is a gentleman who owns it has his own fishing fleet so the menu changes seasonally just like the fishes do. We eat our fish grilled for health and flavor. I had the sea trout and it was incredible. Brian had the flounder. I normally do not like flounder but this flounder was incredible. They have collard greens. I appreciate the music. Fun but not too loud. We will be back. Really enjoyed this place. Highly recommend!
Callie Williams
Sep 3, 2024
4
Saltbox has always had a towering reputation so I expected a lot, and for the most part, they delivered! The catfish was well spiced/cooked, and I’m not sure what they put on the hush puppies but they were 10/10. My main gripe is that it is very expensive for an extremely casual eatery. I can understand seafood being naturally more expensive and inflation etc, but charging $2 for a little plastic cup of water seems a smidge excessive
Ashley Talbot
Aug 7, 2024
4
The food and portions are fantastic! Everything is always hot, fresh and delicious. The staff is always kind and cleaning tables as people leave.The collards and hush honeys are outstanding sides. My only statement of dissatisfaction is the pre-lemoned sweet tea and it is a vinegar based slaw. (Which is more to some peoples liking) Otherwise, we love and rave about Saltbox Seafood joint!
Linda I
Jun 9, 2024
4
Oysters 🦪 have decreased and roll 🥖 increased in volume. Less substance for more money.
The honey hush puppies are excellent. Customer service great.
Charles F
Jun 8, 2024
3
Had the shrimp plate, which was good, but this was way off the expectation of NC food. The slaw didn’t match up with the typical NC slaw and the sweet tea was horrendous, tasted like a terrible version of brisk canned iced tea. Please just make tea and make it correctly, no need for a half gallon of lemon juice.
Nicole McFarlane
Jan 9, 2024
5
Waited for my mom to come home so we could go together for about a year! And boy was it worth the wait. EVERYTHING was fresh. Even the cocktail, mustard, and tartar sauce was homemade and super fresh. I don't even eat collards but now I'm converted!. Next time we go back I have to try his sweet tea and lemon punch.
Rainey Fall
Jan 7, 2024
3
Entering was clean and the staff was welcoming. The staff was smiling and respectful. Customer service was excellent. The food was a disappointment... I ordered the crab cake roll and it didn't have that crunchiness outside I expected. It wasn't flavorful. The oyster rolls were too breaded and took away from the taste of the oysters.
The best meal for me was the Haitian soup of the day. I would still recommend the place to eat. Some days are just off. My niece loves it, so I'll give it another try.
Ok, since this is a sit-down establishment I have to be fair & honest about everything. The bathroom was an F. It wasn't the worst but when I went in, it was not that clean. I have to point out the young man did go in after me with a broom so perhaps he cleaned it. Add an automatic odor destroyer dispenser and all will be well.
