Blue Cow Grille
A cozy spot in Southport offering unique, flavorful burgers, sandwiches, and crispy snacks with a fun, laid-back vibe.
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Blue Cow Grille
Highlights
Must-see attractions
A cozy spot in Southport offering unique, flavorful burgers, sandwiches, and crispy snacks with a fun, laid-back vibe.
Avoid Peak Times
Visit during off-peak hours or seasons to avoid long waits due to limited seating.
Don't Miss Specials
Consider ordering specials for a unique and memorable dining experience.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
American
Price
Mid-range
Highlights
Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Unique Pork Rinds & Burgers
Try the crispy pork rinds with a tangy vinegar dip, or indulge in uniquely topped burgers like the Rodeo Burger.
Fun Atmosphere & Music
Enjoy a cool, laid-back ambiance with great music and a lively chef who sings while cooking.
Signature Sandwiches
Savor large, flavorful sandwiches like the Reuben or the BLT, often praised as the best ever.
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Avoid Peak Times
Visit during off-peak hours or seasons to avoid long waits due to limited seating.
Don't Miss Specials
Consider ordering specials for a unique and memorable dining experience.
Engage with the Chef
Enjoy the entertaining experience of the lively chef who sings while cooking.
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from all over the internet
Avoid Peak Times
Visit during off-peak hours or seasons to avoid long waits due to limited seating.
Don't Miss Specials
Consider ordering specials for a unique and memorable dining experience.
Engage with the Chef
Enjoy the entertaining experience of the lively chef who sings while cooking.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Blue Cow Grille is praised for its flavorful and unique dishes, including delicious burgers, sandwiches, and crispy pork rinds. Diners often highlight the fun, laid-back atmosphere and attentive service. However, some reviews mention significant price increases and occasional inconsistency in food quality, with one diner noting cold fries and microscopic bacon.
"Blue Cow Grill in Southport, NC, is known for its excellent food, including their crispy pork rinds with a tangy vinegar dip—a simple yet tasty snack. Another standout is the "Sorry Charlie" fish burger, made with sushi-grade tuna that’s fresh and perfectly cooked, offering a flavorful and satisfying bite.
While the food is top-notch, you might experience a bit of a wait as they focus on online orders. Parking can also be a bit challenging, especially during busy times. Still, the quality of the food makes any minor inconvenience well worth it."
Jay Bee
"We have visited Blue Cow many times and the main thing that brought us back was the fresh squeezed lemonade! The lemonade is still great, however it used to be sold with one refill only. On our visit last Friday it is now per glass, no refill. For $4.75 per glass, it is still good, but we will probably pass next time. Actually, we will probably pass in general and try another place when in the mood for a burger. Both of our burgers were just ok and in the past visits they were outstanding, maybe it was just an off day, but it was kind of expensive for mediocre burgers and the lemonade no longer coming with at least one refill. The onion rings are still fantastic! Although, that basket of rings was $10.50
We come to Southport at least 3 times a year and this is a cute restaurant with very friendly staff and excellent service! But it just wasn’t as good as past visits and for the price there are other places we will try before returning.
To those about to nosh, good luck!"
Patrick Stilwell
"No reservations - First come, first serve.
We had the fried green tomatoes for an appetizer and they were very good.
There were three people in our group and all three were very happy with their meals. The meals were The Rodeo Burger, The Reuben, and The Fried Green Pimento Burger. This is a busy little restaurant, so please be prepared to wait if you get there during a busy time. The food is worth any wait you may have to endure. Our server was Serenity and she was very personable and patient as this was our first visit. I'm already looking forward to my next visit."
Doug Thomson
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, Blue Cow Grille operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Be prepared for a potential wait during busy times.
Diners highly recommend the Blue Cow Burger, "Sorry Charlie" fish burger, Reuben sandwich, and the crispy pork rinds.
Yes, Blue Cow Grille offers gluten-free options, such as gluten-free buns for their sandwiches.
To avoid long waits, it's recommended to visit during off-peak times or outside of the main tourist season.
Parking can be challenging, especially during busy periods, as it's located in a downtown area.
One review mentioned that refills on drinks, like the fresh-squeezed lemonade, may no longer be included and are charged per glass.
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Debbie says that almost everybody who comes to town stops here for both traditional and adventurous flavors (she loves Death by Chocolate). In addition to Blue Bunny, they carry Maola Ice Cream, which was founded in New Bern and is sourced from North Carolina dairy farmers.
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Blue Cow Grille’s Carolina Burger with slaw, chili and American Cheese is available at the new restaurant, one of three new spots in downtown Southport. (Port City Daily/Courtesy Blue Cow)
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