Located at 3333 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603, Captain Stanley's Seafood Restaurant stands as a dedicated destination for those who appreciate the honest, simple flavors of the ocean. In a city known for its diverse culinary landscape, this establishment focuses on providing a consistent and welcoming environment where the quality of the catch takes center stage. Whether you are a long-time resident of Raleigh or just passing through North Carolina, the restaurant offers a space designed for gathering, sharing a meal, and enjoying the traditions of coastal-inspired dining.
The philosophy behind Captain Stanley's is rooted in the belief that seafood should be prepared with respect for its natural profile. By maintaining a focus on classic preparation methods, the kitchen team ensures that every dish served reflects a commitment to freshness and culinary integrity. The atmosphere is intentionally unpretentious, allowing guests to focus on the conversation at their table and the flavors on their plates. It is a place where the bustle of daily life fades away, replaced by the comfort of a well-prepared meal served in a relaxed setting.
What Makes Our Dining Experience Unique
Commitment to Quality Ingredients: We prioritize sourcing seafood that meets high standards of freshness. By working with reliable suppliers, we ensure that our menu offerings remain consistent, providing a reliable dining experience for all our guests throughout the seasons.
A Welcoming Atmosphere: Our location on S Wilmington St is designed to be a comfortable retreat. We strive to create an environment that feels like a neighborhood staple, where families, friends, and colleagues can come together to enjoy a meal without the distractions of overly formal dining protocols.
Classic Culinary Techniques: Rather than chasing fleeting trends, our kitchen focuses on time-honored cooking methods. By emphasizing traditional preparation, we highlight the inherent textures and tastes of our seafood, ensuring that each plate is both satisfying and authentic.
Community-Focused Service: We believe that great food is only half of the equation. Our team is dedicated to providing attentive and friendly service, ensuring that every guest feels valued from the moment they walk through our doors until the end of their visit.
Navigating the local dining scene can often feel overwhelming, but Captain Stanley's Seafood Restaurant aims to simplify that choice by offering a dependable, high-quality experience. We understand that our guests value transparency, consistency, and a warm environment, and we work hard every day to uphold these values. From the careful selection of our ingredients to the way we arrange our dining room, every detail is considered with the guest experience in mind.
We invite you to visit us at our Raleigh location to experience our approach to seafood for yourself. Whether you are planning a casual lunch or a relaxed dinner, our doors are open to those who appreciate a straightforward, flavorful meal. We take pride in being a part of the local community and look forward to serving you soon. At Captain Stanley's, we believe that the best meals are those shared in good company, and we are honored to provide the setting for your next memorable dining occasion.
Thank you for considering Captain Stanley's Seafood Restaurant for your next outing. We remain committed to our craft and to the people of Raleigh, striving to maintain the standards that our guests have come to expect. We look forward to welcoming you to our table and sharing our passion for quality seafood with you and your loved ones.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Wheelchair accessible restroom
Wheelchair accessible seating
Service options
Onsite services
Takeout
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Great coffee
Great tea selection
Serves local specialty
Popular for
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Offerings
Coffee
Comfort food
Healthy options
Private dining room
Quick bite
Small plates
Dining options
Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Counter service
Dessert
Seating
Table service
Amenities
Restroom
Atmosphere
Casual
Cozy
Quiet
Crowd
Family-friendly
Groups
Tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs
Kids' menu
Parking
Free parking lot
Free street parking
Paid parking lot
Usually plenty of parking
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Reviews Captain Stanley's Seafood Restaurant
Hayden Fonger
30-05-2026
Got the fried oysters and they were great! We went with a member of the local Church congregation and it was super fun! Come join us one sunday at 9 am! … More
Dave C
30-05-2026
I was seated, ordered, and was served within 10 minutes. The food was as expected. I then waited nearly 30 minutes (asking multiple times ) to get my ticket. In addition, the place needs to be cleaned. Everything is covered in grease. I will not go back. More
Sofia Peedin
30-05-2026
Pretty solid seafood, prize is great and you get so much food (I couldn’t finish the small combo) I got fried okra and slaw which were both yummy and the fried catfish, shrimp and oyster 🫶 it was so good! We will come back for sure …
Joshua Widener
30-05-2026
Man I have to say....this place is great! I am staying here for a week and found this little dive. It's a nice down home cooking atmosphere. I had chicken livers, lima beans, and a bowl of she crab soup. It was excellent and unbelievably cheap. Well worth the stop. Recommended highly.
jim euler
30-05-2026
We moved to Raleigh NC a year ago & we found it difficult to find a good seafood restaurant. Choices of seafood was excellent as well as the food. They start by bringing you a big basket of delicious hushpuppies out. Prices were very reasonable & the customer service was excellent. I highly recommend this restaurant. More
Phllyvafinest Alford
30-05-2026
NEVER AGAIN!!😡😠.My First Time There.
The time was 1:54pm.They close at 2pm. I was not aware of. I was in the parking lot. Places my order. I ordered a FRIED Flounder sandwich. After paying. I got … More
Aurelio Dorris
30-05-2026
The food was prepared and presented well. Although they do not give as large rations as Mayflower, it was enough for a wholesome lunch. … More
Shirley Young
30-05-2026
Takeout order. Today's service from Jr was a disaster. He got the order wrong and did not give a receipt. Told me he could not get my receipt because he helped another customer after me. I asked for someone else to help and that person … More
Jeff Struggles
30-05-2026
First time here and was excited to come and walked in and saw a guy working the register and a female doing a takeout order looking like she is so bothered. My guest and I had to wait to be seated so we was standing waiting and nobody … More
Rafael J
30-05-2026
It shows that Covid is impacting this restaurant. On a weeknight it's was less than half capacity. They specialize in Calabash seafood, and do a pretty good job. The wait staff was friendly and the meal was good. I would come in again when I'm in the area.
Tiffany Sonnier
30-05-2026
Complimentary hush puppies were a hit at our table, service was great, atmosphere was casual. Pepsi products sold here. More
Calvin “The Moving Buddha” Lassiter
30-05-2026
I had an unexpected twist at Captain Stanley's “Calabash style” Seafood Restaurant in Raleigh, NC. Originally aiming for seafood, destiny led me to their ribeye steak, and I couldn't resist. I ordered it alongside a baked potato, lima … More
Brittney Ma
30-05-2026
Calabash Style seafood from Captain Stanley's Seafood Restaurant! Calabash-style seafood is lightly breaded and fried, originating from Calabash, North Carolina. We got fried shrimp, scallops, oysters, crab cakes, and fish along with sides … More
Jazmany Gonzalez
30-05-2026
WHAT CAN I SAY! I really do like this place! the Food was amazing the service was great. The only reason i gave a 4 star was because the food did take a while to get to our table. The are very busy during lunch times but the wait is … More
Michelle
30-05-2026
We haven’t been to Captain Stanley’s in a while, and it’s sad to say that the food was not good at all. The food tasted like it sat in a warmer. It was not hot at all. Won’t be going back in the future. Very disappointed. Our waitress was very nice and pleasant. That was a plus! More
NATE KING
30-05-2026
Do not order the “scallops”
This place used to be amazing years ago. Went straight downhill. The bam bam shrimp are tiny salad shrimp. I can get better seafood at Popeyes.
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 1
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 4
Trey Ethridge
30-05-2026
Reasonable prices and classic Calabash style seafood. The portions are large and the service was good. I recommend! More
Marilyn Bush
30-05-2026
My husband a I picked up take out a few nights ago and this place has definitely fallen off. The food had no flavor everything was bland. The food used to be good, but definitely a no go anymore for me. More
J W
30-05-2026
They didn't cook my friends rib eye correctly and waitress and wait staff pretty slack. While they were trying to ask who got which plate the waitress was breathing right near the plate of food. This place isn't what it was at all years ago. Hush puppies first batch we're not hot either. More
Jamie Little
30-05-2026
Order a 3 item large combination platter I only got one little trout (you see it six scallops and maybe 8 baby shrimp paid 31.31$ for this. Went back inside to speak to someone the young man that was at the front ask me what was wrong? I … More
Timothy
30-05-2026
Flounder way over cooked and greasy. Waitress said she would get us more fish .Took forever to get that . We will never back. If you want good fresh seafood go to the farmers market seafood restaurant. More
William Nelms
30-05-2026
This is some of the best seafood in NC. If you are in the area and like seafood, I highly recommend trying Captain Stanley's. Look at how white and flaky that fried flounder was, and the shrimp fried to perfection. Thank you for a great experience. More
Susan Matthews
30-05-2026
The food was fairly tasty until the roach crawled over the table. We let our server know. He apologized, but gave us our check without adjustment. The cashier asked how the food was and my husband told him that it was pretty good until a … More
AYMAN IBRAHIM
30-05-2026
Great seafood and very fresh ingredients. The food was flavorful, portions were good, and the service was friendly and quick the owner was very polite . Nice atmosphere and fair prices. I’d definitely come back. More
C Allen
30-05-2026
I have been going to Captain Stanley's for years when I would want seafood. My husband and I went tonight and we didnt think the food was as good as it use to be. I woikd have hoped with the new management they would have kept everything the same (food suppliers and how they cook the food). I thought the hushpuppies were a little too greasy, the breading on the shrimp wasnt good either. Slaw was ok. Baked potato was cooked great.
May be time to find a new seafood restaurant.
Food: 3
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Bob Green
30-05-2026
I have been eating at Capt Stanley's since Laverne opened. The new owners are letting the food quality suffer. The food tonight was the worst.
If the quality is not good, don't serve it. Tell the customer you are not satisfied with what you have. Buy quality, serve quality .
Also, please come up with some special dishes at night. Rotate them just like you so at lunch.
One more opportunity to get it together
Food: 1
Service: 2
Atmosphere: 2
ronda dunston
30-05-2026
I just left here. I went to the take out side and the guy who was there wasn’t friendly at all. I ordered baby flounder, cabbage and green beans. I waited 45 minutes for my food. Everyone before me came and got their food and left. I continue to stand there. The guy at the window finally told me they lost my ticket and it will be 2 more minutes which it wasn’t. I finally got my food and was offered a complimentary cake. But my food was not hot after waiting so long. I will NOT be returning!!! 😡😡
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 1
Service: 1
Atmosphere: 1
Special events
No special event
Wait time
30-60 min
Jamie Taylor
30-05-2026
I don't know why I haven't been to this place lately, it's been a while n the food is amazing. Like I've been missing out, dang my Daddo (Aka Dad) would of love this place. He loved to dine in. I highly recommend this place, it's clean organized their rating is at 💯% the staff is super friendly. Next time I will post with a picture of the food. I had the baby flounder with fries n greens beans n it was a decent amount of food. Delicioso is wat I call it. Pricing is fair.
Order type
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Noise level
Quiet, easy to talk
Rajab Shafei
30-05-2026
Had a great experience at Captain Stanley. The food was really good and came out fresh, and the prices were very reasonable for the quality. The service was also great, Michelle was especially kind and attentive, which made the experience even better. Definitely a place I’d come back to.
Order type
Dine in
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Ms. Morrissey
30-05-2026
This is an updated review from my last on 5 years ago. Much better experience. Food was hot fresh and flavorful. Hush puppies and sweet tea were really good.
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Hushpuppies, Flounder Platter
Noise level
Quiet, easy to talk
Group size
3-4 people
Reviews Captain Stanley's Seafood Restaurant