Enjoy a taste of the coast with these 5 Hampstead NC restaurants
If you’re headed to the Wilmington-Cape Fear Parade of Homes, it’s always fun to explore the communities that surround the parade homes. Robuck Homes has a home open for the Parade of Homes at WyndWater in Hampstead. As you’re traveling up the coast for the Parade, check out our favorite Hampstead NC restaurants to get a flavor for the local fare and to really get a sense for what it’s like to live there.
The following 5 restaurants are just a few we recommend you sample.
Oval & Ale
Oval & Ale is new artisan pizza place that was inspired by the owners’ childhood memories from Long Island. This restaurant offers nine signature, Roman-style pizza, or pinsas, such as shrimp pesto and portabella burrata. They also have a selection of 12 rotating craft beers from the region for guests to enjoy. The atmosphere is friendly and easy-going, which is exactly what you should expect from a coastal pizza joint.
Address: 47 N. Hampstead Village Dr.
Hours: Wednesday and Thursday from 4 to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 12 to 10 p.m., and Sunday from 12 to to 8 p.m. Closed Monday and Tuesday.
Jebby’s On 17
Enjoy a comforting taste of the American south at Jebby’s On 17, which provides fresh ingredients from local farmers and fishermen. From fried green tomatoes that are a can’t-miss to fresh seafood like shrimp ‘n grits and an oyster po’ boy, your mouth will be watering the moment you walk in the door. Jebby’s On 17 also offers low country meals like southern fried chicken, chicken pot pie, and a cast iron New York strip that you won’t want to miss.
Address: 15831 U.S. Highway 17 N.
Hours: Monday through Saturday from 4 to 9 p.m. Closed Sunday.
Sawmill Grill
Good, old-fashioned country comfort. That’s what Sawmill Grill offers the community of Hampstead. They offer a wide assortment of breakfast, lunch, and dinner options for just about any taste. From traditional breakfast meals to eastern North Carolina-style BBQ and just about every fried seafood you can imagine, you’re sure to find something you’ll love here. Sawmill Grill offers regular breakfast, lunch, and early bird specials, too. You may come hungry, but you’ll leave stuffed and fully satisfied.
Address: 15919 U.S. Highway 17
Hours: Monday through Saturday from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Nineteen Restaurant
Nineteen Restaurant is a high-end restaurant located at Olde Point Country Club that offers American-style pub fare and traditional Italian dining, as well as an assortment of healthier sandwiches and salads. From fresh mussles and little neck clams to homemade meatballs and fresh-made Italian sauces, Nineteen Restaurant’s signature meals are undeniably delicious. This restaurant also features a Sunday brunch from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. with Bloody Mary and Mimosa specials. It’s sure to be one of your favorite Hampstead NC restaurants.
Address: 513 Country Club Dr.
Hours: Monday and Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Los Primos Mexican Restaurant
If you’re craving fresh Mexican food, Los Primos is a fantastic spot you don’t want to miss. Here, you’ll find beloved Mexican favorites, and some offer a coastal spin. From XX beer battered tilapia tacos and grilled shrimp and rice to the more traditional Mexican fare like enchiladas, burritos, chimichangas, and fajitas, this spot is authentic and delicious. They also offer outstanding desserts and a selection of beers and margaritas that are a can’t-miss.
Address: 14536 Hwy 17
Hours: Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Stop by WyndWater during the Parade of Homes
Hampstead NC restaurants shouldn’t be all you want to do during the Parade of Homes. Drop by WyndWater to see Robuck’s Hampton Modern Farmhouse, a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home priced at $629,900.
Located at 213 Sailor Sky Way in Hampstead, this home offers modern touches like an office or tech room on the first floor, a large primary suite with a tile shower and soaking tub, and a guest bedroom and bath on the first floor. This home also features a gourmet kitchen with gas cooktop, a wall over and microwave, and quartz countertops.
If you can’t make the Parade of Homes this year, the Hampton is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m.
Get in touch to find your home at WyndWater.
