Southern Salt Seafood Company and Waterfront Restaurant Menu (Update 2025)

Welcome to Southern Salt Seafood Company and Waterfront Restaurant, where culinary excellence meets coastal charm in Morehead City, NC. This casual yet vibrant eatery serves up a delightful menu that emphasizes fresh seafood and New American flavors. With options for everyone, including many vegetarian choices, it’s a perfect spot for families and groups.

  • Appetizers: Start with the Ahi Tuna, seared and served atop seaweed, or indulge in the Buffalo Shrimp, tossed in your choice of sauce.
  • Soups: Warm up with a bowl of Seafood Chowder, rich and hearty, or the classic New England Clam Chowder.

With outdoor seating and a relaxed atmosphere, Southern Salt is not just a meal; it's an experience. Whether you're here for lunch or dinner, you’re in for a treat!

Appetizers

Ahi Tuna*

Fresh tuna seared to perfection, Served on a bed of seaweed

$18.00

Buffalo Shrimp*

Fresh local shrimp, tossed with Mild, Hot or our Thai chili sauce

$13.00

Calamari*

Flash-fried calamari served with marinara sauce

$15.00

Chicken Wings*

7 wings prepared chef's way; choice of Hot, Mild or Thai Chili

$15.00

House-Made Crab Dip

Served bubbling hot and accompanied with toasted parmesan baguette rounds

$18.00

Shrimp* Cocktail

Fresh local shrimp served with our home-made cocktail sauce

$16.00

Steamed Clams*

Fresh local steamed clams with melted butter

$17.00

Stuffed Shrimp*

Shrimp with crab stuffing, sprinkled with fresh parmesan

$17.00

Down-East Egg Rolls

Collards, pimento cheese and andouille sausage, served with aioli sauce

$14.00

Seafood Chowder

$8.00

New England Style Clam Chowder

$7.00

Soups

Salads

Classic Caesar Salad

Fresh romaine lettuce tossed in our House Caesar dressing, topped with croutons and fresh parmesan

$9.00

House Salad

Fresh mixed greens, topped with tomatoes and onion ring, your choice of dressings

$10.00

The Wedge

Crisp iceberg lettuce wedge topped with Gorgonzola crumbles, crispy bacon and diced tomato

$12.00

Side of 8 Shrimp

$14.00

Salad Topping Chicken

$12.00

Add-Ons

Entrees

Shrimp* Plate

$30.00

Flounder* Plate

$30.00

Oyster* Plate

$36.00

Soft Shell* Plate

$32.00

Flounder* & Shrimp* Plate

$32.00

Flounder*, Shrimp* & Clam Strips*

$34.00

Captain's Platter

ONLY on Captain's Platter - Choose Four: scallops, oysters, flounder, soft shell crab, shrimp

$42.00

Steamed Shrimp*

$14.00

Steamed / Raw Bar

Specialties

Clams* Linguini

Clams served over pasta in white wine cream sauce

$26.00

Fish* of the Day with Ravioli

Served over veggie ravioli, topped with jalapeno cream sauce, served with broccoli

$36.00

Vegetarian Dish

Veggie ravioli, topped with jalapeno cream sauce, served with broccoli

$22.00

Sea Scallops*

Pan-seared or flash-fried, served with baked potato and broccoli

$39.00

Shrimp* & Grits

A southern classic, fresh shrimp, Andouille sausage, onion and green pepper served over a bed of grits

$28.00

Crab Cakes*

Served with baked potato and broccoli

$38.00

Filet Oscar*

Beef tenderloin, topped with lump crab meat and hollandaise sauce, served with baked potato and broccoli

$53.00

Ribeye* & Shrimp

Grilled to perfection, served with baked potato and broccoli

$49.00

Filet Mignon*

Tender filet cooked to order and served with baked potato and broccoli

$49.00

12-oz. Ribeye

Grilled to perfection, served with baked potato and broccoli

$44.00

Land Lovers

Burgers - Chicken

Chicken* Tender Platter

$15.00

Cheeseburger*

$17.00

Shrimp* Burger

$16.00