The Crispy Whole Fried Flounder Served At This North Carolina Restaurant Is Bigger Than The Plate

Delicious and fresh seafood is abundantly available in many parts of the Tar Heel State. But that doesn't mean a niche dish isn't a real head-turner. The whole, crispy fried flounder at Jim's Seafood (Fresh and Fried) in Dunn will definitely make you look twice.

Golden brown and scored, the whole fried flounder gracefully extends well beyond the edge of the plate — and not just on one side.

Even with the head no longer present, this fish is huge.

It's found at the one and only Jim's Seafood, a totally unassuming fresh seafood joint approximately 100 miles from ocean.

If you love practical dining, then you'll adore this bright and airy establishment. Cozy booths and plenty of great service round out the appeal.

Once you've tried the crispy whole flounder, you may want to try some of the other menu items.

A special board hangs just inside advertising the fresh fish available for the day. You can expect to find both fresh water and salt water options from which to choose.

But you may find it hard to not order the amazing whole fried flounder each and every time your return for another visit.

We're with you... this scored and fried delight is hard to resisit!

Jims Seafood Fresh and Fried is located in a shopping center and may be the last place you'd expect to find such great seafood so far from the ocean.

Have you already had Jim's crispy whole fried flounder? If so, we'd love to hear how much you enjoyed it!

We're ready for one right now! Thankfully, Jim's is easy to find...

Jim's Seafood is located in the Cumberland Square Shopping Center (look for Big Lots) at 1126 W Broad St., Dunn, NC 28334. It's open five days week: Tuesday through Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Learn more on their Facebook page here.

As a mere point of reference, Jim's is a short 42 miles south of Raleigh, 25 miles northeast of Fayetteville, and 120 miles southeast of Winston Salem.