On our way back to Beaufort from a visit to Ft. Macon, we stopped at the Ruddy Duck for dinner. We were sitting almost right on the water overlooking an active waterway. The service was great, and the seafood was terrific.

We wanted something simple and good in a low key atmosphere, so we decided not to try anything new but to try an old favorite.....Ruddy Duck for our weeknight escape to the coast. It was so good! We got the broiled seafood platter and shared...More

Loud and busy, expect to wait for service. Food is good but not fancy: chicken wings, spinach cheese dip, calamari are all standards. Fish tacos and seafood platters satisfy those wanting seafood. For everyone else, there are southwestern style dishes and food bowls.

Wish we ate here more often, food is good and just a little bit eclectic. The duck burgers had a sweet Asian Cole slaw on it and it was delicious. The fries came hot and the service was very good. Can’t ask more than that.

Stopped in here for drinks after the NC Seafood Festival which we had eaten our way through. The place was mobbed but we found seats at the outside bar which is on the water. The service was prompt and the bartender who took care of...More

We have visited the area for years and have dined at least once each time at the Ruddy Duck. Our last 2 experiences have not been so hot, and the last one was just plain bad. We had the broiled seafood platter, which was floating...More

Delicious burgers and yummy wings! We both had Capt Ben burgers and these were juicy and very filling! The side choices were awesome at no extra charge, side salad was excellent and loved the salsa and chips too! The atmosphere is very nice and nautical....More