There’s a chill in the air, the crowds have thinned, and the sunsets over the marina are starting to glow golden again — October is here, and so is National Seafood Month! It’s the perfect time to celebrate all the fresh, local catch that makes living (and eating) on the North Carolina coast so special. At Motts Channel Seafood, October isn’t just another month — it’s the peak of flavor and variety. The fall season brings in some of the best local catches of the year, and we’re proud to work directly with area fishermen and shrimpers who keep our seafood cases brimming with the freshest fish you’ll find anywhere and embrace our family’s seafood heritage.
Fall Favorites Are Back in Season
As the water cools, local seafood hits its stride. You’ll find:
- Spot, flounder, trout, and black drum — all in prime condition this time of year.
- Fresh local shrimp, plump and sweet from the sounds and inlets.
- Oysters, ready for roasting, steaming, or serving raw — just in time for oyster
season. Do we have Stump Sound oysters? You darn right we do. And other local
favorites too. Go ahead and reserve your bushel for the Thanksgiving Day feast!
Whether you’re grilling on the patio, planning a family seafood boil, or bringing the taste of
the coast to your table, there’s no better time to dive into local flavor.
Why National Seafood Month Matters
National Seafood Month was created to remind everyone just how important and delicious
seafood is — and how supporting local fishermen keeps coastal communities thriving.
Locally sourced seafood from Motts Channel Seafood represents more than just a meal —
it represents a family, a boat, and a North Carolina tradition that’s worth celebrating yearround.
Celebrate with Us
All month long, stop by Motts Channel Seafood for seasonal specials, fresh-off-the-boat selections, and recipe ideas from our crew. Whether you’re a Wilmington local, a Wrightsville Beach regular, or just visiting, you’ll find everything you need to make October’s seafood season one to remember.
So here’s to the season of shrimp boils, oyster roasts, and fall fishing trips — and to everyone who makes it possible.
Happy National Seafood Month from all of us at Motts Channel Seafood — your dockside destination for the freshest catch on the coast! We catch it, you cook it!