Southport, North Carolina Restaurant Closures and Closed Restaurants

Welcome to Southport, North Carolina, a charming coastal city with a population of 20,506. Nestled along the Cape Fear River and known for its stunning waterfront views, Southport boasts a rich culinary history. However, like many towns, it has seen a variety of closed-down restaurants over the years, with some shutting down permanently while others have only temporarily closed. Explore our list of notable dining spots that have fallen to closing down in this picturesque locale.

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American Fish Company
150 Yacht Basin Dr
Southport, NC
Status: Closed Down
Closed Date: 10/4/2025

The waterfront bar closed indefinitely after a tragic shooting incident, citing the emotional toll on the community.

Joe Loves Lobster Rolls – Southport – 3148 George Ii Hwy
3148 George Ii Hwy
Southport, NC 28461
Status: Closed Permanently
The Saucy Southerner – Southport – 503 N Howe St
503 N Howe St
Southport, NC 28461
Status: Closed Permanently
Yacht Basin Eatery – Southport – 122 Yacht Basin Dr
122 Yacht Basin Dr
Southport, NC 28461
Status: Closed Permanently
Atlantic Seafood & Steaks – Southport – 5059 Southport-Supply Rd Se
5059 Southport-Supply Rd Se
Southport, NC 28461
Status: Closed Permanently
Bouncing Log Cafe – Southport – 3148 George Ii Hwy Se
3148 George Ii Hwy Se
Southport, NC 28461
Status: Closed Permanently
Taco and Burrito Shack – Southport – 3261 George Ii Hwy Se
3261 George Ii Hwy Se
Southport, NC 28461
Status: Closed Permanently
Taylor Cuisine Cafe & Catering – Southport – 731 N Howe St
731 N Howe St
Southport, NC 28461
Status: Closed Permanently
American Fish Company
150 Yacht Basin Dr
Southport, NC 28461
Status: Permanently Closed
Closed Date: 7/17/1905

Downtown Latin concept closed; “thank you for the memories.”