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

Flying Machine Oyster Bar

4.7
4.7
144 Reviews
$31 to $50
Oyster Bar

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
  • Great for craft beers
  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
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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What 144 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Lively

  • Wilmington

    Good for groups

  • Wilmington

    Hot spot

  • Wilmington

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Flying Machine Oyster Bar is a must-visit for seafood lovers, offering "delicious oysters" and "fantastic crab dishes." The ambiance is lively, with a beachy vibe and "friendly, attentive staff." While noise can be a factor, the "great cocktails" and "unique wine selection" make it a standout dining experience.

144 Reviews
  1. Linnea

    Raleigh3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    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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  2. lee

    Tampa24 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on February 22, 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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  3. Ken

    Las Vegas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 20, 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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  4. LM

    Washington DC5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 16, 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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  5. Emily

    Wilmington1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great Valentines Day Date Spot. Great food and service. Special cocktail for the evening a peach and berry margarita was truly wonderful. Loved the raw oysters the most of all the food we tried, and both types we tried were incredible. Will definitely be back.

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  6. AJ

    Chicago7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great staff and good food. Oyster special is really great. Our server was especially nice. Looking forward to our next visit.

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  7. Kevin

    Raleigh1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Positively outstanding! The service was great and the food was delicious!

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  8. Stanislav

    Wilmington5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved it! Music was not loud and were able to enjoy conversations. There was enough room between tables. Great!

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  9. Will VIP

    Salt Lake City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great neighborhood spot. Service and food both excellent. Easy and consistent.

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  10. J. Scott

    Washington DC4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food…great beer. Service was attentive. Atmosphere was friendly.

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Flying Machine Oyster Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 144 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
Google Map for Flying Machine Oyster Bar

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

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Oyster Bar, Seafood, Southern
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Executive chef
    Dylan Killane/Andrew Stanley
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