''We ate here I think our third night in town. My husband had the most delious mackerel with a yummy sauce on it. I had the steamed seadfood platter which was the special. My daughter had crablegs and son had kids' shrimp. We can't wait to come back next year ! A place you definitely want to go on the beach!...''

''Too pricey for the quality--not as service/customer oriented as they claim. Ocean view was nice, but you need reservations for that....''

''This place stays busy, even in the off-season! Sean (bartender) is excellent, and the food (once you get a table) is even moreso! The bar is always busy with lots of locals chatting, and leads itself to mingling between locals and tourists.

The husband/wife team that run this place have certainly taken things ''up a notch''. If you don't see it on the menu, try asking -- I rarely eat anything off the menu, and have never once been dissapointed in the 20+ visits over the years....''

''We took 17 people to eat here after we were married. We didn't reserve the private room, we just made a reservation and ate in the main dinning area on a Monday evening. There is not one thing bad we can say about the service, they even gave us two servers. And everyone enjoyed thier food. I no this because nobody really had room for cake. We'll eat here again....''

''Jones' has been on Oak Island for as long as I can remember. They have very good seafood (loved the hush puppies with cinnamon butter when I was there in 2004, btw) and the service is friendly....''

''Food was very good staff was top notch,we went in late and they had no problem serving us dinner.I would highly recomend...''

''This is the best for high end gourmet and 5 star dining. This is a MUST if you are in Southport!...''

''We travel to the area approx. 4 times a year and the past two times have been to this restaurant, by the recommendation of the locals. The lunch special was quite a bargain yet the horrible couonter service left a bad taste in our mouths. We order from outside so to sit in the fresh air, and both visits yielded a very rude attendant, to such an extent, we will not return....''

''Since the new ownership change, everything has gone down hill...they've taken out the saltwater fish tank, and sealed shut the windows at the bar! The ambience is gone. Sadly, cheers to what was one of the best local hang outs....''

''Nothing fancy, just great fresh seafood. Generous portions at affordable prices. Will definitely visit again....''

''This food is excellent. No matter how big or small you are, youre garaunteed to be satisfied and maintain youre shape or not. BUFFET IS THE BEST!!!!...''

''I loved the feel of this family owned restaurant! Everyone was very friendly and the service was top notch. The view looks out on a dock with fishing boats, just to add to the wonderful experience. The food was also excellent. There were a variety of options and although lots of the food is fried, you can order it broiled as well at no extra charge. I would highly recommend this restaurant for a laid back and delicious place to eat!...''

''We go there about once every two weeks when we are snowbirding in Sunset Beach. Not a Seafood Place
but a full menu for all tastes. My wife enjoys the salads and I like the Hurricane Chicken and the prime Rib. Bar section a little noisy during peak hours when you are seated there to eat
but overall a good dining experience....''

''Great food and staff. I don't mind the wait because if you have to wait, everyone else knows what you think is a secret!! Half a peck just isn't enough!...''