Stoney Spencer's Shrimp Shack Menu

Stoney Spencer's Shrimp Shack at Avalon Fishing Pier delivers a casual Outer Banks menu centered on straightforward seafood, familiar comfort food, and easy pier-side snacking. The latest available menu features steamed Gulf shrimp, fried shrimp, flounder, clam strips, burgers, chicken, hot dogs, wraps, fries, hush puppies, fried pickles, and other shareable beach bites. Steamed shrimp is the natural signature, available in half-pound and full-pound portions with seasoning, butter, and cocktail sauce, while the Fried Shrimp Basket and Fish-N-Chips offer heartier choices. Most snacks and sandwiches fall around $5-$12, while seafood baskets generally run about $12-$24, offering approachable value for generous casual portions.

The cooking emphasizes uncomplicated flavors and satisfying contrasts: seasoned shrimp, crisp breading, salty fries, and freshly prepared hush puppies. A veggie egg roll and several meat-free snacks provide vegetarian possibilities, although clearly documented gluten-free selections are limited. Lighter diners can choose steamed shrimp instead of fried dishes, while hot dogs, chicken tenders, fries, and corn dog bites make the menu approachable for children. This is primarily a lunch, dinner, snack, and casual group-meal destination rather than a dedicated breakfast restaurant, with its pier setting particularly well suited to relaxed meals and takeout.

Menu Highlights

Steamed Gulf Shrimp - Plump shrimp are steamed and seasoned to preference, then served with butter and cocktail sauce. The simple preparation keeps the seafood front and center and makes this one of the shack's defining choices.

Fried Shrimp Basket - Crispy fried shrimp arrive with fries and hush puppies for a filling coastal classic. Its combination of crunchy breading and tender seafood makes it an easy crowd-pleaser.

Fish-N-Chips - Fried flounder is paired with fries and hush puppies, creating a crisp, hearty seafood meal. It stands out as a satisfying alternative for diners looking beyond shrimp.

Clam Strips - Lightly breaded clam strips come with fries, hush puppies, and slaw. Crisp edges, tender seafood, and refreshing slaw provide a pleasing balance of textures.

Fried Chicken Sandwich - A menu-described “pier favorite,” this sandwich delivers crunchy fried chicken in a simple handheld format. It is a dependable choice for guests who prefer something other than seafood.

Fried Pickles - Local dill pickles receive a crispy coating and are served with the shack's dipping sauce. Their tangy, salty center and crunchy exterior make them especially suited to sharing.

Puppy Basket - Fresh corn-filled hush puppies are served with butter for dipping. Soft inside and golde