A Kure Beach institution for three decades, Big Daddy's serves a variety of better-quality seafood and combination platters. In addition to seafood, the restaurant offers choice steaks, prime rib and chicken every day in a family-oriented, casual setting. Seafood can be broiled, fried, chargrilled or steamed. Rare and unusual maritime memorabilia make for entertaining distractions. Entrance to the restaurant is through a colorful gift shop offering novelties and taffy.
Patrons frequently make secret wishes and cast coins into the fountain there.
Located at the only stop light in Kure Beach, Big Daddy's has all ABC permits and ample parking in front and across the street. The Cottage occupies a tastefully renovated 1916 beach cottage, which has been awarded historic plaques from the Federal Point Historical Society and the Wilmington Historic Foundation. The interior is modern, open and airy, preserving the several ground-level rooms as separate dining areas. An outdoor dining deck, often with a wonderful ocean breeze, makes dining a special pleasure. As a seafood grill, The Cottage features coastal cuisine at its finest.