Giggling Mackerel Seafood

Marcie T. 

on Citysearch

12 years ago

Horrible customer service. They messed up several times and then the manager didn't even have the courtesy to fix the problems. 

Carla G 

on Citysearch

14 years ago

Very Disappointing Dining Experience – My Husband and daughters and I were visiting family in Shallotte (next to Ocean Isle Beach) and went to The Giggling Mackerel because it was close by and had great curb appeal, and based on the crowd -we figured it must be good. For us, like any family in these economic times, dining out is a treat. We waited over an hour (not a surprise being prime dinner time in a tourist town- and assuming the food would be worth the wait). Unfortunately, it was NOT even close to being worth the wait... read more

foodie024 

on Citysearch

17 years ago

Not so great – Another restaurant that relies on their view to draw customers in. They are often busy during the peek season, mostly tourist who are drawn in by the outstanding views. The tuna has always been over cooked, probably just not quality enough to cook rare as is was ordered. Most of their menu items are frozen and just not that appetizing especially for the price you will pay. They do have an awesome rooftop bar. Great for having a daquiri and watching the sunset. 

foodfriends 

on Citysearch

18 years ago

Adequate service, not so great food – While waiting over two hours for a table for nine, we were sorely disappointed to find the speed did not pick up once we were seated. Our server was trying, but had way too many tables to keep up with. I ordered the 'fresh catch', grilled mahi, that came out 15 minutes after the rest of the group, only to be served a burnt piece of fish. I sent it back and settled for a fried shrimp plate, that took another 15 minutes! In a restaurant that specializes in fried seafood, I was not impresse... read more