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Flying Machine's Wrightsville Beach restaurant - Flying Machine Oyster Bar, Wrightsville Beach, NC

Flying Machine Oyster Bar

4.3 (150)
$31 to $50
Oyster Bar
530 Causeway Dr t 1, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480-1959

About this restaurant

  • Great for craft beers
  • Lively
  • Innovative
Located in the heart of Harbor Island on Wrightsville Beach, Flying Machine Brewing Oyster Bar focuses on serving fresh oysters in creative ways showcasing local mariculture alongside Southern-inspired cuisine, craft cocktails, and Wilmington's award-winning Flying Machine Brewing Company beer. Join us inside or sit at our patio area overlooking the Loop!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Oyster Bar, Seafood, Regional American (Southern)
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (910) 239-9474
  • Website
    http://www.flyingmachinewb.com/
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Dylan Killane/Andrew Stanley

Menu

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What 150 people are saying

Flying Machine Oyster Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Flying Machine Oyster Bar impresses with its "great oysters" and "wonderful service." While some dishes lack seasoning, the vibrant atmosphere and well-priced drinks make it an "upscale dive bar" experience. Special cocktails and attentive staff enhance visits, making it a delightful spot for both locals and newcomers.
150 Reviews

  1. Michael

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 13 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great oysters and service was excellent. Look forward to the next time

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  2. Joi

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 3 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Our dining experience was good, up until the entrees arrived. My dates, calabashket was hearty, however there was no trace of seasoning. The fish, oysters, and shrimp were well battered, but no seasoning in sight. The oysters were extremely fresh, and the crab biscuits were tasty.

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  3. MJ VIP

    Atlanta13 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 1 April 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    We sampled the local oysters. Very good and reasonably priced. The other small plates and starters we tried were average. Most disappointing were that the tables and chairs were beyond sticky. This experience is best described as an upscale dive bar. That said, the selection of beers was very good and all the drink prices were well priced. Overall experience was Meh.

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  4. Caroline

    Coastal North Carolina1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 29 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is excellent, and the service is great, too. I love the atmosphere.

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  5. Ray VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area31 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 29 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great oysters and wonderful service! The food not so much. Shrimp tostados were covered in some sauce that was not great. The scallops were drowned in a creamy corn sauce. Very limited wine selection. But for drinks and oysters it is fun.

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  6. Lisa

    Asheville / Western North Carolina1 review

    1.0

    Dined on 26 March 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very disappointed. Our second time here and our last. Totally booked a res for our anniversary based on their online menu. Got there and the menu was totally different. Asked if they could make a drink that was posted online and they said no. Several specials that were listed were also on the menu- for more money. They need to pull it together if they want to stay in business on WB. Sloppy.

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  7. Linnea

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience! Food and drinks were delicious and service was fantastic.

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  8. lee

    Tampa / Central Florida West26 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Went to based on reviews so writing this to say do not go. There are so many good restaurants in Wilmington and this is not one. Oysters were small and soupy even in season and hard to find in fried oysters. Salad was just lettuce. Waste of money even though service was ok.

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  9. Ken

    Las Vegas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 20 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server made my partners birthday so special! I wish I remembered his name! We just moved to the area and will become regular guests because of his service! Thank you!

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  10. LM

    Washington, D.C. Area5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The hostess initially told us we would have to wait 15 minutes for a table so we went to the bar. Our table was ready before we even got our drinks.

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Flying Machine Oyster Bar is rated 4.3 stars by 150 OpenTable diners.

  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Coastal North Carolina
  4. Wilmington
  5. Wrightsville Beach

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530 Causeway Dr t 1, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480-1959

Additional information

  • Area
    Wrightsville Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–23:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Oyster Bar, Seafood, Regional American (Southern)
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Executive Chef
    Dylan Killane/Andrew Stanley
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine
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