Topsail Steamer

Topsail Steamer offers a fun and effortless way to enjoy seafood—order a pre‑prepared steam pot, take it home, and cook it yourself. Choices include signature Bay Buckets® like “The Full Steamer,” “Crabby Jimbo,” and the Shark Tank‑featured “Shark Bite,” all packed with fresh shrimp, crab, clams, sausage, corn, potatoes, and house seasoning.

Founded locally in 2017
What began on Topsail Island has grown to multiple locations. But the original Surf City store—opened March 18, 2020—remains the community hub. It’s woman‑owned and family‑operated, known for friendly service and clear cooking instructions included with every pot.

Pickup‑only & cook‑at‑home model
Located at 302 S Topsail Drive, Unit B, the Surf City shop is pickup‑only—no dine‑in—designed to be convenient for beach rentals, home kitchens, or waterfront cookouts.

Buckets come in solo, couple, family‑size, or party‑size formats, and additional options include cold‑water lobster tails, scallops, oysters, homemade cornbread, and pies.

Community favorite with strong reviews
With a 4.8+ rating on Google, Facebook, Yelp, and TripAdvisor, customers appreciate the generous portions, easy prep, and flavorful seafood. Many mention giving a bucket a second night during vacations — and keeping the branded bucket as a souvenir.

Perfect for group meals and beach gatherings
Topsail Steamer excels for family dinners, vacation cooking, tailgating, or beach days. Their take‑home format fits rental homes, and the full cooking guide ensures guests of all skill levels can enjoy a delicious, hands-on feast.

Heighten your next beach stay with a convenient and tasty seafood boil — right from this trusted Surf City staple.