''Moved to the Crystal Coast about 3 years ago and for whatever reason never checked our Rucker John's. I did however hear that the food was great. So I thought it would be a great place to take my brother and his wife when they came to town. Our party of four all ordered different meals and nothing about it was special, more the same old prepackaged stuff you can get anywhere. I wouldn't waste your time on a ''special'' night out but might be a good place for a quick lunch....''

''I have been to Bushwackers a few times, happy each time...''

''Superb Place with nice atmosphere, very clean with tasty food. Job well done by owners who daily show how hard they are trying to please each and every customer. My steak was delicious and the desserts are amazing. I'm not a drinker, so can not comment at all about the wine list....''

''This will mark the 11th year my family and I have vacationed in EI, NC. Flipperz is the most kid-friendly restaurant we've found (and with 3 under the age of 10, we've done our research.) The fun decor reminds us that we're vacationing at the beach (check out the restrooms!), the service is fast and fantastic, and the food is just fine. Price is so reasonable you don't notice you're dining out. Seating is limited so go early- it's worth it!...''

''First timt in my life I loved or hated a place enouh to go online and write a review and I hated it. Don't know what the others found at this house with rotting floors but I found a horible crab claw pasta special and my husband got a $30 petite filet with white sauce and canned crab meat. I won't go back. If you chose this place expect around $100 tab for two at a place no better than Chili's. I undersand the area doesn't have much selection but this is no better and carries a big price. The de...''

''We, a group of 8, ate there on 8-10-07 about 7:00 pm. We waited about 15 mins to be seated which was great. The waiter Larry came and took out drink order, and brought us hush puppies. It then took 25 mins to bring drinks. We all ordered, from flounder to oysters. The food arrived and was luke warm as if it had been under a warmer for hours. All in all we agree that the sea food was more like Mrs. Paul's. Especially the flounder. When you are paying about $20 per plate you expect a little mo...''

''My husband is a Marine stationed at Cherry Point, NC. We eat here occasionally. Our favorite is the Crap Dip. The prices are a bit steep for the food that is served, and on occasion I have had slow service. However, comparing to other restaurants nearby, it is decent. (Psstt.. if you like Mexican, eat at El Zarape instead...unless seafood is really what you desire.)...''

''my husband and i used to go to this rest.40 years ago it would be the hilight of the month.being he was a marine at cherry pt. back then.and it would take us that long to save the money to go but the food was the best. they used to have a guest book to sign i am going back with my family this summer to revisit ole memeries and good sea food...''

''We've been coming to Atlantic Beach for 4 years. Amos's is one of our favorite activities. The ''Mosquito'' atmosphere is unique and fun. The food is exceptional!! I rarely order an entree off the menu because the specials sound so good...and they taste wonderful! My husband has ordered off the menu and loves that too. Thursday night is Sushi. This is one of our favorite nights.Sandy is the manager. His wife is the chef. She is always coming up with new recipes. Desserts are good too.They hav...''

''Bad food, bad service and it is a mess. Wouldn't recommend it to anyone. Save your money....''

''We used to dine at the Gourmet Cafe regularly until they changed their menu. Most of the pasta dishes were removed. I was so disappointed at how many of the dishes were changed that I actually didn't find anything I wanted to order. I ended up getting something I normally wouldn't have ordered. The dish was very good; however, I probably won't be back because I miss the seafood pasta dishes. Best of luck to the restaurant....''

''Love the hometown atmosphere. Friendly local folks. Waitresses very helpful....''

''Haven't been there since 06 but it's the best breakfast in town. Looking forward to a visit in 08...''

''My husband and I eat here often when we are at our second home in EI. We stumbled upon it about 3 years ago, and decided to give it a try when we heard the owners wer originally from the NY/NJ area. The food has always been awesome. From hamburgers and appetizers to very gourmet specials. It really cannot be beat. We went by last week and found that they were repaitning the interior and putting in a full service bar. We are so excited as now we can enjoy a martini with our meal. I hated p...''

''Thank you Ballyhoo's for opening in E.I. We go every chance we get when down at our summer home on E.I. This is by far the best restaurant to open in this location. The food and atmosphere is great. Keep up the good work and Everyone will keep returning....''

''Best place on the beach!...''

''My husband and I and our two small children ate here on 1/18/08. We waited 15 minutes for a table since the place is small but figured it must be good since it was full. WRONG. The waitress was nice and attentive but the seafood was awful. My husband's fried shrimp tasted like chlorine and my catfish was along the lines of something bagged in the frozen section of the supermarket. The kids enjoyed their burgers/chicken fingers and fries but we paid adult prices(no kid's meals) and got huge po...''

''nice view, bad food, slow service, and the manager is dressed very sloppy. Did not like the menu selections and the food was cold. Steaks were not cooked right and were cold so they heated them in the microwave, BAD!!...''

''I live 6 hours away and have made it a tradition every year. If I could only drive down, eat, head back home I'd be happy....''

''Wonderful atmosphere, Excellent food. Amazing Staff!...''

''I have to say that I really loved this place and they were excellent all around. Food, service, atmosphere. I am very picky when it comes to my meal and the service and I will go back. Some of these negative comments I find to be untrue that others have wrote. I have been back several times and I love it and they are my first choice if I can get in for dinner. Waitresses are professional and prompt....''

''My husband had just returned from deployment, and we were so excited to go out to a nice place. The atmosphere was wonderful, but our service was subpar. We were charged extra for our salads, when it was plainly stated on the menu that salads were included in the price of the meal. We brought this up to our server and she did nothing to rectify the situation. We also overheard the couple next to our table as they discussed the dirty glass and ''floaties'' in the woman's drink. Also, the table-se...''

''We visit here every yr & look forward to it. Crab cakes are sumptuous lump cakes. Daily seafood specials are great. The waitstaff always friendly & attentive. Not real big inside, but nice simple, soothing decor. Can't wait to go back!...''

''Near top of the list for worst dining experience ever!

Food was lukewarm, not seasoned. (We were advised after meal was delivered, that seasoning must be requested).Soup was served after meal delivered. Complained about meal; sent back and ordered different item. Was charged full price for both entres.

After complaining, owner reduced price by a dollar.

The next trip to the area, the only way I would return to this restaurant, would be if I were hog tied and unconscious....''

''Even under new management/owner, we still consider this one of the best places to eat in the area. The food is delicious, the service is good and we are always treated like old friends after many years of patronage. Try it, you'll like it....''