Fishy, Fishy, Southport, NC

The Inside PassByCody West
Published Sep 8, 2026, 2:16 AM
  • Boats drifting into the marina, salt air rolling in, and a front-row seat to some of the best sunsets on the coast.

If you're looking for that true coastal North Carolina energy-the kind you can't fake-you'll find it right here at Fishy Fishy Cafe.

Right on the Southport waterfront, this place is all about the moment. Boats drifting into the marina, salt air rolling in, and a front-row seat to some of the best sunsets on the coast.

Here’s a little Inside Pass for you—Fishy Fishy isn’t just a local favorite... it’s had its time on screen too, featured as a filming location for the TV series “The Waterfront.” So yeah—you might feel like you’ve stepped into a scene.

What really makes this place hit different? The vibe.

It’s laid-back, it’s lively, and it’s full of personality. You’ve got locals mixing with visitors, music in the air, drinks flowing, and that easy, come-as-you-are energy that Southport does so well.

This is the kind of spot where time slows down a little. You pull up for a bite... and before you know it, you’re still there watching the sun drop behind the boats.

Whether you’re dockside, deckside, or just soaking it all in—Fishy Fishy delivers that full coastal experience without trying too hard.

So when you’re in Southport, don’t just pass through...

Pull up a chair. Stay a while. And let the waterfront do the rest.

AND NO!!! Don’t go online or call to make reservations—- because they don’t take them— but they will go out of the way to make you feel at home and you’ll get your daily fill of Southern Hospitality.

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Originally posted to The Inside Pass (April 29, 2026)