Dale's Seafood Lake Waccamaw

45781 ( 1092 reviews )
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$10–20
100 Lakeshore Dr, Lake Waccamaw, NC 28450, United States
+1 910-646-4466

Dale's Seafood Lake Waccamaw stands out as a beloved destination for seafood enthusiasts and casual diners alike. Nestled on the scenic shores of Lake Waccamaw, this charming restaurant offers a blend of comfort food and breathtaking views. Diners rave about the quality and freshness of the dishes, with many noting that the shrimp come straight from the lake itself. Items like the stuffed and broiled flounder are generously portioned and bursting with flavor, while the hush puppies consistently receive accolades for their delightful taste.

The atmosphere is an inviting nod to an old fish camp vibe, perfect for families seeking a cozy dining experience away from bustling chains. Reviewers like Krys Earles and Holly CaHappy highlight the attentive and friendly service, contributing to a relaxing environment that encourages patrons to linger over meals. The unique cocktail sauce and well-stocked salad bar enhance the meal, showcasing a commitment to quality at every turn.

Whether sitting on the covered porch or enjoying the serene indoor seating, the allure of the lake complements the memorable seafood offerings. As Darryl Thompson asserts, it's a must-visit destination for anyone in the area, promising delightful cuisine and lasting impressions.

Amenities and More

  • Service options
    • Outdoor seating
    • Delivery
    • Takeaway
    • Dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Fast service
    • Great coffee
    • Great tea selection
  • Popular for
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Offerings
    • Coffee
    • Comfort food
    • Healthy options
    • Quick bite
    • Small plates
  • Dining options
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Dessert
    • Seating
    • Table service
  • Amenities
    • Toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Historic
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Groups
    • Tourists
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Credit cards
    • Debit cards
    • NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs
    • Kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Parking

Reviews For Dale's Seafood Lake Waccamaw

Krys Earles
Jun 3,2025
What an absolute delight to stop at on a long drive. Non fussy cooking that won't break your bank. The shrimp are right out of the lake you see. The view is incredible and all natural. The stuffed flounder and broiled flounder dishes were sizable and filling and not lacking in flavor at all. The hush puppies were divine. This is comfort food 100%. The staff were professional, pleasant, and courteous. I would highly recommend anyone in the area to make this your stop on your travels.
Darryl Thompson
May 19,2025
You'll never go wrong with a location like this. Right on the lake with that old fish camp vibe right from the start. The hushpuppies were perfect, mine, and the wife's sea food crispy and fresh. Their cocktail sauce was like none I've tried before and delicious. The included salad was extra nice and a great value. Probably never be back in the area and went there because of their reviews. Can't go wrong if your in the area.
Holly CaHappy
May 2,2025
Had a great lunch and a family-friendly atmosphere. The crow of Lake Waccamaw was incredible as well!! Really enjoyed the fact too that it is a smaller establishment and it's quiet. It made it really conducive to having a lovely family dinner without a whole bunch of people like in a typical busy restaurant chain atmosphere. The food was wonderful the service was outstanding and we're looking forward to going back again really soon.
Jason Hewett
May 1,2025
Dale's seafood at the lake is an experience in itself I know there's one in whiteville and there's one in Tabor City but they just don't do it justice you have to go down to the lake where it belongs to just sit there and have a nice big hot oyster roast and to be able to look out over the water as it comes in and laps against the shore that is what I'm talking about that is what you call a quality establishment.. they go out of their way to make sure all of your food is prepared 100% properly and everything you want is to a tee and they do it every time and they have one of the best stocked salad bars of anywhere around here and it's kept clean and in order it is just absolutely fantastic and the people who work here are some of the nicest and best servers you'll ever deal with in your whole of existence and that says alot. (It was my birthday dinner I got me a oyster roast and it was absolutely phenomenal!!)
Alexandra Mathiasen
May 1,2025
We enjoy this place. Lovely location and great fish. Has seasonal offerings. This time it was fried Spot. Fried and battered whole fish easy to clean prior to eating. Part of the fun eating them is getting the bones out as intact as possible. Lots of fresh fish in the menu but plenty of options non fish related. We sat on the covered porch but inside is just as nice with good views. Staff is great and parking when we have been there was plentiful. I imagine during the summer at night it would be tight but still worth it
Dell Blackhorse
Apr 12,2025
Awesome service, Awesome food in a great setting. Lake from. Salad bar was awesome. Lunch special was salmon patties with 2 sides. At a great price. Ioved the hush puppies, we made a great choice for Lunch. Definitely a much u check it out.
Charlie Jarman
Apr 4,2025
We have been eating at "Dale's at the Lake" for yearssssss. The food is always good. Service is always friendly and attentive. Summer or Winter, we love Dale's.
Jen Murphy
Apr 2,2025
My daughter and I will randomly do this thing where we just drive and take random turns and go until we find a place “new to us.” The other day we happened upon Lake Waccamaw and Dale’s. We decided we would return today to give it a try. Can I just say, the lake view by the parking lot is the most serene and beautiful view? The food was phenomenal! We’ve eaten seafood at a lot of places, and this restaurant has the absolute best fried shrimp and hush puppies I have ever tasted. My daughter said the catfish nuggets were so great that she wishes we would’ve ordered more. The prices are affordable and the portions are good. Because we did pick, up due to the virus, we didn’t get to see the inside, but the exterior gives you that “you’re at home” feeling. The young lady who took our order over the phone and later brought us our food was so kind and polite. It is great to see an establishment that has wonderful employees, because they make a huge impact on the customer. We live 40 minutes away, and I can’t wait to come back. Great job, Dale’s!!

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