Dining out and special occasion meals aren’t always the same thing. However; on special occasions we tend to seek out places with an atmosphere beyond the expectations of our everyday dining. The following unassuming restaurant found along the beach delivers in leaps and bounds an unforgettable dining experience you won’t expect to find in this understated spot next to a local pier.

From the moment you enter Island Way Restaurant on Oak Island, you know you've come to right place.
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This is certainly no ordinary beachfront joint. Rich mahogany wood floors and a spacious dining room set the stage; but, it's that huge wall of outstanding windows that may immediately captivate your attention.
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Every table in the house has astounding views of the Atlantic!
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You'll enjoy the view at least as much as the delectable food. As you can imagine, seafood is aplenty on this hearty menu.
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For ocean lovers, the choices are many, including grouper, tuna, shrimp, crab legs, crab cakes, and much more.
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If your cravings are more for steak, then the menu has a delicious selection of cuts all grilled to perfection! Soups, salads, and pasta round out the choices for dinner.
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Save room for dessert. Island Way is noted for having the biggest selection of sweet goodness around. There's sure to be something for everyone, or one thing everyone can share!
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Have you already discovered the goodness at Island Way on Oak Island? We'd love to know!
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It's not difficult to locate... It's right on the beach... if it were any closer it would be in the water!

Island Way is located at 1407 E Beach Dr., Oak Island, NC 28465. It’s open for dinner from 4:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. (A special early evening dinner menu is available from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. with entrees starting at $10.99 for early evening only!) Reservations are highly recommended. Learn more on the official website!

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