Friday's 1890 Seafood Menu
Friday's 1890 Seafood is a casual seafood restaurant located in New Bern, NC, offering a variety of dishes from sandwiches to fresh seafood platters. The menu includes options like fried shrimp, flounder, hush puppies, and more, all cooked to perfection according to satisfied customers. The restaurant offers takeout, delivery, and catering services, making it convenient for customers. The friendly staff, attentive service, and generous portions make dining at Friday's 1890 Seafood a delightful experience. If you're looking for a place with a relaxed atmosphere, good food, and great value, this is the place to be. Don't let the appearance of the building deter you, as the seafood inside is worth every bite.
Sandwich Board
Classic BLT
Crisp bacon, lettuce, tomato and mayo on toasted bread
Turkey Or Ham
Served on a toasted bun with cheese, lettuce, tomato, mayo or mustard
Ribeye Steak Sandwich
oz. of hand-cut Ribeye served with lettuce, tomato and mayo on a sub roll
The Traditional Club
Bacon, turkey, ham, cheese, lettuce, tomato and mayo on toasted bread
Fish Tacos
Breaded fillets of Pangasius wrapped in flour tortillas with lettuce, cheddar jack cheese and our signature Baja sauce. Substitute Shrimp or Steak for an extra charge
Shrimp Burger
Tender golden fried shrimp atop a steamed bun topped with coleslaw
Fish Sandwich
Fried or broiled, fish filet served with lettuce, tomato and tartar sauce
Hamburger
oz. of pure beef, cooked to perfection and served with lettuce, tomato and mayo on a steamed bun
North Carolina BBQ Sandwich
Traditional Eastern NC chopped BBQ pork piled high on a steamed bun and served with coleslaw
Hot Sub
Turkey and ham served with cheese, lettuce, tomato, onions, oil, vinegar and seasonings on a toasted sub roll
Crab Cake Sandwich
One of our delicious crab cakes made with real crab meat and served on a toasted roll with red onion, lettuce, tomatoes and tartar sauce. Served with coleslaw
Shrimp Cocktail
Our Jumbo Shrimp served with Friday's signature cocktail sauce
Hot Crab Dip
Homemade with genuine crab meat served with toast points
Oyster Cocktail
Consumer Advisory: This item is cooked to order. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. Raw Oysters served with Friday's signature cocktail sauce
Fried Pickles
Kosher dill chips dusted and fried to perfection, served with our homemade ranch
Mozzarella Cheese Sticks
Half-dozen breaded and fried, served with marinara sauce
Bacon Cheese Fries
A Hearty serving of French fries served smothered in cheese and bacon
Quesadillas
Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese melted between two flour tortillas. Add quesadillas with bacon and onion or Quesadillas with shrimp or chicken for an additional price
The Captain's Appetizers
The Captain's Salads & Soups
Friday's Signature Garden Salad
Iceberg and romaine lettuce, bacon bits, cheese, egg, cucumbers, carrots, red onions, and cherry tomatoes. Add chicken or shrimp, choice of grilled or fried for an additional price
Chef's Salad
Turkey, ham, cheddar and monterey jack cheeses, served over mixed greens with cucumbers, green peppers, red onions, eggs, tomatoes and bacon bits
Side Garden Salad
Lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, onions and croutons comes with dressing
Blackened Fish Salad
Pangasius blackened served of mixed greens with cucumbers, green peppers, red onions, egg tomatoes, and shredded cheese. Add Salmon for an additional price
Buffalo Chicken Or Shrimp Salad
Fried chicken or shrimp in Friday’s own buffalo sauce. Served over mixed greens with cucumbers, green peppers, red onions, eggs, tomatoes, and shredded cheese
Soups
New England Style Clam Chowder or Soup of the Day
Golden Fried Shrimp
Shrimp straight from the protected water of the Gulf Coast
Jumbo Shrimp Platter
/ lb. of delicious, tender Gulf Coast shrimp, lightly battered and fried just the way you like them
Fillet Of Flounder
Caught from the waters of the Atlantic Ocean. There are many kinds of flounder, but none better than ours!
Whole Flounder
oz. whole, tail on flounder, you’ll wonder what to do with all of that fish!
Delicious Fried Oysters
Select Gulf Coast oysters, always first-class and shipped in fresh
Deep Sea Scallops
Juicy, delicious Deep Sea Scallops golden fried to perfection
Homemade Shrimp Creole
A delicious combination of your favorite vegetable. Blended with a spicy tomato sauce, chock-full of shrimp and served over rice.
Farm-Raised Catfish
You won’t find any bones in our catfish. It’s the best in the South!
Crab Cakes
Crab cakes, made right here in Oak Island, NC.
Crab Cakes (Maryland Style)
Maryland Style Crab Cakes made in-house.
Fillet Of Trout
Caught from the cold water of the South Atlantic, off the coast of Argentina. Why did we go so far? Because they taste so good.
Deviled Crabs
A great-tasting blend of herbs, spices and crab meat. Served in the shell. Try them, you’re sure to like them!
Clam Strips
Good ol’ southern style clam strips lightly battered and fried to perfection
Our Own Seafood Platter
Shrimp, select oysters from the Gulf of Mexico, South Atlantic grey trout, deviled crab, and deep-sea scallops. Extra shrimp can be substituted for any item
Fish ‘N’ Chips
Lightly battered and golden fried Pangasius served with French fries and coleslaw.
Seafood Dinners
’s Seafood Combination
Choice Of Any Two
Shrimp, trout, deviled crab, clam strips, crab cakes, regular flounder, or bbq
Choice Of Any Three
Shrimp, trout, deviled crab, clam strips, crab cakes, regular flounder, or bbq
Choice Of Any Two
Shrimp, trout, deviled crab, clam strips, crab cakes, regular flounder, extra-thick flounder, catfish, scallops, or oysters
Choice Of Any Three
Shrimp, trout, deviled crab, clam strips, crab cakes, regular flounder, extra-thick flounder, catfish, scallops, or oysters
’s Deluxe Seafood Combination
A Landlubber Downfall
Fresh-Made Eastern NC BBQ
Slow-cooked overnight and hand-pulled with Friday’s signature sauce
Country Fried Steak
Ground sirloin breaded and fried to crispy perfection and smothered in onions and brown gravy
Chopped Sirloin Dinner
oz. of % ground beef with your choice of onions, gravy or on its own. Choice of one side and salad
Pork Chops
Bone-in chops, fried or grilled
Chicken Strip Plate
Five perfectly fried strips of % white meat
Hot Hamburger Plate
Fresh ground beef patties served on white bread and French fries smothered in brown gravy
Lasagna & Salad
Steamy layers of pasta, meat sauce and a blend of cottage and mozzarella cheese, no additional sides
Veggie Plate
Try our medley of four fresh side items of your choosing
Friday’s Broiled Seafood Platter
Calabash shrimp, select oysters from the Gulf of Mexico, South Atlantic grey trout, deviled crab and deep-sea scallops (Extra shrimp can be substituted for any item)
Jumbo Shrimp (Broiled)
Larger than our Calabash shrimp, these Gulf Coast shrimp are as tender as can be.
Jumbo Shrimp (Panned In Butter)
Larger than our Calabash shrimp, these Gulf Coast shrimp are as tender as can be.
Broiled Trout
A seafood lover's favorite, flounder has never been as juicy and delicious as when it’s served from the Captain’s broiler
Broiled Flounder
A seafood lover's favorite, flounder has never been as juicy and delicious as when it’s served from the Captain’s broiler
Salmon
An oz. filet prepared with your choice of cajun seasoning, lemon pepper, lime zest or fat-free Italian dressing
Pasta Alfredo
Creamy, rich alfredo sauce over a bed of pasta
Flounder Stuffed With Deviled Crab
Succulent crab meat mixed with the Captain’s secret ingredients, then generously stuffed into hand-picked flounder
Calabash Shrimp (Boiled)
Our tender Calabash Gulf Shrimp boiled, we are sure you will love them!
Calabash Shrimp (Broiled)
Our tender Calabash Gulf Shrimp broiled, we are sure you will love them!
Mahi Mahi
oz. filet prepared with your choice of cajun seasoning, lemon pepper, lime zest or fat-free Italian dressing
Deep-Sea Scallops
A / pound of deep-sea scallops, seasoned and broiled just right
Tilapia
filets prepared with your choice of cajun seasoning, Lemon pepper, lime zest or fat-free Italian dressing
Ribeye
oz. USDA hand-cut steak
New York Strip
Our finest oz. cut
Surf & Turf Combos
The Captain’s Specialties
Lunch & Senior Specials
Shrimp
Shrimp served with choice of two sides: variety of vegetables, potatoes, salads, fries, or rice.
Trout
Crispy fried trout fillet paired with a side of savory baked beans.
Flounder
Crispy fried flounder fillets paired with golden shrimp, served with a side of creamy coleslaw.
Clams
Clams, typically prepared to highlight their natural flavors, often served with a simple accompaniment of herbs and a light sauce.
Catfish
Lightly breaded and fried catfish fillets with a crispy golden crust.
Crab Cakes
Crab cakes, made right here in oak island, nc.
Deviled Crabs
A great-tasting blend of herbs, spices and crab meat. served in the shell. try them, you’re sure to like them
Combination (Any Two)
Shrimp, clams, deviled crab, crab cakes, trout or flounder
Combination (Any Three)
Shrimp, clams, deviled crab, crab cakes, trout or flounder
Seafood Sampler
Trout, shrimp, clams, deviled crab
& Under
Choice of fish fingers, hamburger, calabash shrimp, chicken strips, personal pizza, mini corn dogs, or grilled cheese Choice of two sides & beverage
Little Mate’s Plate
Desserts
New York Cheesecake
Creamy cheesecake slice adorned with chocolate and berry drizzle.
Key Lime Pie
A slice of creamy key lime pie with a graham cracker crust and a light, tangy lime filling.
Lemon Meringue Pie
Zesty lemon filling with fluffy meringue topping, nestled in a crispy crust.
Apple Pie
Golden-brown pastry filled with tender apple slices and a hint of cinnamon, topped with a lattice crust.
Soft Drinks
Selection of sodas and sweet beverages, including Diet Pepsi, Sierra Mist, Mountain Dew, Dr Pepper, Lemonade, Sunkist, and Fruit Punch.
The Captain’s Kool-Aid
The Captain’s special blend
Maxwell House Coffee
Regular or Decaf
Tea
Tea with options for sweet, unsweet, or hot serving.