The Grumpy Monk Carolina Forest

Relaxing environment to bring the family for great options at dinner. Chicken and waffles, coconut shrimp, wings and ice cream cones.

We had a fantastic time at The Grumpy Monk! The wings were crispy and flavorful, the burger was juicy and cooked perfectly, and the wrap was fresh and delicious. Great beer selection, too! Our server, Emilie, was amazing—super friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. Can’t wait to come back on our next trip through!!

Went here on Friday March 28th 2025 with my mom, Aunt, uncle and few cousins. My mom had made a reservation for a party of 7. We hit some traffic, but when we got there all of our party was sat down in the dining room. This is our First time at this location. First off, Happy Hour deals such as 4.00 Titos with sprite was happening until 7, and they also had happy hour food deals, that are daily from 4-7. They also have plenty of TVs to watch your favorite sport! Our server Daniel was very nice and greeted us right away. We all started with waters, and we also asked for separate checks, and told him who was on which check. My mom and I also ordered a titos with sprite. Our party also started with some appetizers such as spinach dip, and coconut shrimp. My mom and I shared the Southwestern spring rolls, which were good, as well as the spinach dip. The menu consists of a build your own salad, sandwiches, burgers, and sushi! Finally we decided what we wanted to order, My mom ordered a mushroom swiss burger with a house salad, and i ordered the california roll sushi. Some people in our party got the mahi mahi tacos (2 of them!), and a bunch of burgers and sandwiches. I definetely enjoyed my sushi! loved the taste of the california roll! Oh, and daniel did a good job checking on us, and getting the orders correct. And there was live music there, so we both had to communicate loudly. But enjoyed the live music as well! Got our checks and some paid via credit card (2 orders did), and another paid via cash. I left a cash tip with our credit card order. Food was good, and i'd definitely come back! Even if it's just for the sushi!

I recently had the pleasure of dining at grumpy monk, and I must say, the service provided by our server emilie was outstanding. From the moment we were seated, their warm and welcoming demeanor set the tone for a delightful dining experience. Emilie was incredibly attentive without being intrusive, ensuring that our glasses were always filled and checking in on us at just the right moments. Their knowledge of the menu was impressive, as they expertly guided us through the various options and made excellent recommendations based on our preferences. What truly stood out was their genuine enthusiasm and passion for their work. It was evident that they took great pride in ensuring each guest had a memorable experience. They even went the extra mile to accommodate a special request, which made our visit even more enjoyable.Overall, the service was impeccable, and it significantly enhanced our dining experience. I would highly recommend [Restaurant Name] not only for its delicious food but also for the exceptional service provided by their dedicated team.

We had a great day at the boardwalk and came here to get a few good beers and food. We went for happy hour and had.. fried green tomatoes,coconut shrimp and the zip-a-Dee-doo-dah shrimp..everything was fresh hot & delicious. Didn’t get the bartenders name but he was friendly attentive and made a great Moscow mule !! Five star service

**Outstanding Service Experience with Suzie** I had the pleasure of being served by Suzie during my recent visit, and I can confidently say she delivered one of the best customer service experiences I’ve had in a long time. From the moment we were seated, Suzie greeted us with a warm, genuine smile and an attentiveness that never felt forced or rehearsed. What truly set her apart was her ability to anticipate our needs before we even asked. She remembered our drink preferences after just one mention, offered helpful recommendations tailored to our tastes, and checked in at just the right intervals—never too often, never too infrequent. Despite the restaurant being busy, Suzie maintained her composure and professionalism, ensuring every table received the same high level of care. Suzie is the kind of employee every establishment hopes to have—attentive, kind, efficient, and genuinely passionate about her work. Her service didn’t just meet expectations—it exceeded them in every way. I highly recommend asking for Suzie if you want an experience that feels personal, seamless, and truly exceptional. -Dr. Kay

Let's go! So food, we just touched the menu with some appetizers. Spring rolls and fried green tomatoes were on point. Service- highly impressed. Kayla was our bartender and was not only helpful for food and drinks but also other local places to visit. The relationship between the Kayla and the servers seemed great and she was on point for not only our order but the servers customers as well. Suggest a raise or she will be picked up elsewhere. Atmosphere - Great! Perfect spot to show up, watch a game and enjoy. If your game is not on just ask. They are happy to help. Overall on point. Kudos to the work environment. You have a great team. Best keep them round.

We were staying at the Hampton Inn with our pet and needed a place to eat dinner, the deck space in front of restaurant is dog friendly. It was a bit chilly (Dec 31st) but service was good. We ordered from the happy hour menu, sushi for us and chicken strips for our dog, really nice pieces of meat. Sushi was tasty, great prices on the happy hour menu. Sadly a few items weren't available including the brussel sprouts.