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Dining in Outer Banks, North Carolina

  • 1587 Restaurant Contemporary 252-473-1587
    Nestled on the waterfront, this fine dining restaurant serves a full menu of contemporary creative cuisine with global influences prepared by world-class chefs. Entrees... more info

  • AQUA Restaurant Regional Cuisine 252-261-9700
    1174 Duck Road, Duck, NC 27949
    AQUA Restaurant offers fresh regional cuisine in a casual and elegant waterfront setting. Fresh locally caught fish, all natural meats, an innovative wine selection,... more info

  • Argyle's Sea Salt Grille American 252-261-7325
    4716 North Croatan Highway, Kitty Hawk, NC 27949
    Farm-to-table wild game, fresh local seafood, farm fresh vegetables, steaks, burgers, crisp salads, craft martinis and beers, and more. Open Tuesday through Sunday,... more info

  • Atlantic Coast Cafe Cafes 252-987-1200
    25150 NC Highway 12, Waves, NC 25150
    Fresh seafood, grilled fish tacos, tuna wraps, sandwiches, mac & cheese, salads, shrimp & grits, fresh made dinner entrees, smoothies, fresh coffee, chai tea, desserts,... more info

  • Awful Arthur's Oyster Bar Seafood 252-441-5955
    2106 North Virginia Dare Trail, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
    The Outer Bank's only authentic copper-topped oyster bar serves by the peck, pound and dozen, raw or steamed to perfection. more info

  • Back Porch Lunchbox American 252-928-6401
    The Back Porch Lunchbox offers fresh sandwiches, wraps, home baked goods, smoothies, snacks, and cold drinks. more info

  • Back Porch Restaurant & Wine Bar Seafood 252-928-6401
    110 Back Road, Ocracoke, NC 27960
    Menu selections prepared include poke, crab beignets, bacon wrapped scallops with red wine caramel, shrimp cocktail, salads, shrimp piccata, Angus beef burger, fresh... more info  map

  • Barefoot Bernie's Tropical Grill & Bar Caribbean 252-261-1008 or 252-261-3933
    3730 North Croatan Highway, Kitty Hawk, NC 27949
    Specializes in "exquisite and refreshing island cuisine in a classy yet casual tropical ambiance." more info

  • Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe Seafood 252-441-5405
    7623 South Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC 27959
    The freshest local Outer Banks seafood, including fish, clams, crab, shrimp and oysters, is prepared at this seasonal waterfront dining establishment in Nags Head. ... more info  map

  • Blue Moon Beach Grill Southern 252-261-BLUE (2583)
    4104 South Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC 27959
    Southern comfort food, with a creative twist and flair, is served at the Blue Moon Beach Grill. more info

  • Blue Point, The Regional Cuisine 252-261-8090
    1240 Duck Road, Duck, NC 27949
    Fresh coastal cuisine overlooking the Currituck Sound from the Waterfront Shops in Duck. more info

  • Boardwok South Restaurant Asian 252-987-1080
    26006 Highway 12, Waves, NC 27982
    Choice cut beef, local and wild seafood, fresh vegetables, salads, traditional Asian plates, and more. All dishes are cooked to order, using the finest, freshest... more info

  • Bros Sandwich Shack American 252-995-9595
    41934 Highway 12, Avon, NC 27915
    Burgers, sandwiches, wings, salads, chili cheese fries, and more. more info

  • Capt'n Franks Hot Dogs & Fine Sandwiches American 252-261-9923
    3800 North Croatan Highway, Kitty Hawk, NC 12345
    Hot dogs, traditional hand-pulled eastern North Carolina pit-style barbeque sandwich, homemade all-beef chili, shrimp, and wings are just some of what is prepared at... more info

  • Dajio Restaurant Regional Cuisine 252-928-7119
    305 Irvin Garrish Highway, Ocracoke, NC 27960
    Dajio Restaurant's "menu changes with the seasons to bring guests the finest ingredients from sea, farm or backyard garden, at the peak of freshness." more info

  • Fishbones Raw Bar & Restaurant Caribbean 252-261-6691
    1171 Duck Road, Duck, NC 27953
    Offers "the best in creative Caribbean-style cuisine combined with fresh local Outer Banks seafood to complement its upbeat casual dining atmosphere." more info

  • Flying Fish Cafe & Wine Bar American 252-441-6894
    2003 South Croatan Highway, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
    Menu selections prepared include salads, calamari, herb crusted rack of lamb, fried oysters, jumbo shrimp & grits, hand-cut Angus beef filet mignon, pan seared Carolina... more info  map

  • Flying Melon Cafe, The Seafood 252-928-2533
    181 Back Road, Ocracoke, NC 27960
    The seasonal "Flying Melon Cafe serves Creole and Southern cuisine made with fresh ingredients and local seafood." more info

  • Froggy Dog Restaurant, The American 252-995-5550
    40050 Highway 12, Avon, NC 27915
    Seafood, soups, salads, burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, steak, pasta, fish and chicken selections, and much more. more info

  • Full Moon Cafe & Lost Colony Brewery Bistro 252-473-6666
    208 Queen Elizabeth Street, Manteo, NC 27954
    A bistro on the historic Manteo waterfront, Full Moon Cafe & Lost Colony Brewery serve Angus steaks, fresh, local seafood, flavorful, hand-crafted brews, and more. more info  map

  • Gaffer's Sports Pub Sports Bars & Pubs 252-928-3456
    1050 Irvin Garrish Highway (Highway 12), Ocracoke, NC 27960
    "The island's premier music venue" serves wings, fresh local seafood, cocktails, breakfast sandwiches, appetizers, salads, sandwiches, burgers, and more. more info

  • Gidget's Pizza & Pasta Pizza 252-995-3109
    41934 Highway 12, Avon, NC 27915
    Handcrafted pizza made from the freshest ingredients, salads, sandwiches, pastas, beer, and wine. more info

  • Goombays Grille & Raw Bar Seafood 252-441-6001
    1608 North Virginia Dare Trail, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
    "Goombays Grille & Raw Bar features fresh local seafood, chicken, and steak prepared with a unique Caribbean flare." more info

  • Grouper's Grille & Wine Bar American 252-453-4077
    The finest seafood, Angus beef, and unique chicken and pork dishes are served at this light and colorful restaurant that also offers an extensive wine list. ... more info

  • Howard's Pub Sports Bars & Pubs 252-928-4441
    1175 Irvin Garrish Highway, Ocracoke, NC 27960
    Fresh local seafood, "the island's only raw bar," char-grilled steaks and fish, pizza, burgers, sandwiches, a diverse beer list, cocktails, wine, and more. more info

  • Jason's Restaurant Pizza 252-928-3434
    1110 Irving Garrish Highway (Highway 12 North), Ocracoke, NC 27960
    Pizza, subs, pasta, salads, sandwiches, seafood dinners, wings, quesadillas, wraps, and more. more info

  • JK's Restaurant American 252-453-4336
    Expect friendly service at this restaurant that is known for their distinctive Mesquite wood grilled ribs, veal, lamb, steaks, chicken, and seafoods. An extensive wine... more info

  • Jolly Roger Restaurant Italian 252-441-6530
    1836 North Virginia Dare Trail, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
    The oldest Italian restaurant on the beach offers a wide variety of fresh caught local seafood, steaks, prime rib, home cooked favorites, and more. more info

  • Kelly's Outer Banks Restaurant & Tavern American 252-441-4116
    2316 South Croatan Highway, Nags Head, NC 27959
    Seafood, chicken, beef, pork, pasta, and vegetarian selections. more info

  • Ketch 55 Seafood Grill & Raw Bar Seafood 252-995-5060
    40396 Highway 12, Avon, NC 27915
    Fresh, local seafood, hand-cut steaks, on-tap micro brews, a specialty wine list, and more. more info

  • Leonardo's Pizza Pizza 252-987-6522
    Highway 12, Waves, NC 27982
    The family-owned & operated Leonardo's Pizza serves fresh pizza. more info

  • Lisa's Pizzeria Pizza 252-987-2525
    24158 Highway 12, Rodanthe, NC 27968
    Open Tuesday through Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Lisa's Pizzeria has been serving the Rodanthe, Waves, and Salvo area of Hatteras Island for more than 25 years. more info

  • Mad Crabber, The Seafood 252-995-5959
    40606 Highway 12, Avon, NC 27915
    "Hatteras Island's original family-owned & operated crab house" offers fresh, local seafood selections, hand-cut steaks, salads, and more. more info

  • Magic Bean Coffee Bazaar Coffee Shops 252-928-0253
    35 School Road, Ocracoke, NC 27960
    Organic, fair trade coffee drinks, espresso drinks, and smoothies with no added sugar. more info

  • Mama Kwan's Grill & Tiki Bar Seafood 252-441-7889
    1701 South Croatan Highway, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
    Fresh, local seafood. more info

  • New York Pizza Pub Italian 252-441-2660
    2217 South Croatan Highway, Nags Head, NC 27959
    Authentic Italian classics, hand-tossed pizza, Angus steaks, and more. more info

  • North Beach Bistro American 252-453-0788
    807B Ocean Trail, Outer Banks, NC 27953
    A quaint bistro and restaurant that serves a variety of seafood specialties, steaks, seafood, vegetarian dishes, sandwiches, salads, gourmet desserts, fresh baked goods,... more info

  • Ocean Boulevard Bistro & Martini Bar Bistro 252-261-2546
    4700 North Virginia Dare Trail, Kitty Hawk, NC 27949
    An American bistro, Ocean Boulevard offers a seasonal menu of regional foods with global influences created with fresh seafood and local produce, unique and... more info

  • Ocracoke Coffee Co. Coffee Shops 252-928-7473
    226 Back Road, Ocracoke, NC 27960
    Coffee and espresso drinks, smoothies, tea, Italian and French sodas, fresh baked goods, and more. more info

  • Open Water Grill Regional Cuisine 252-305-5287
    39450 N.C. Highway 12, Avon, NC 27915
    Scallops & grits, crab mac & cheese, oysters, scallops & steak alfredo, salads, fresh catch of the day, duck leg confit, filet mignon, ribeye, orange shrimp stir fry,... more info

  • Owens' Restaurant Regional Cuisine 252-441-7309
    Beach Road (Highway 12), Nags Head, NC 27953
    The family-owned & operated Owens' Restaurant "serves the rich cuisine of the Coastal South, influenced by the provocative culinary flavors of today." Fresh seafood,... more info

  • Pangea Tavern Regional Cuisine 252-995-3800
    41001 Highway 12, Avon, NC 27915
    The island's only tavern's menu includes such selections as Atlantic calamari, duck poutine, crab dip, fish bites, wings, soups, salads, sandwiches, burgers, crab cakes,... more info

  • Pigman's Bar-B-Que Bar-B-Que 252-441-6803
    1606 South Croaton Highway, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
    Traditional barbecue favorites. more info  map

  • Pony Island Restaurant Regional Cuisine 252-928-5701
    51 Ocean View Road, Ocracoke, NC 27960
    Open daily seasonally, "Ocracoke Island's oldest eatery" serves fresh local seafood and a big southern breakfast. more info

  • Pot's On 'N' Kitchen American 252-491-2544
    Make yourself at home at this cozy, family style restaurant that specializes in down home country cooking and offers a variety of great breakfast dishes, as well as... more info

  • Red Sky Cafe Cafes 252-261-7562
    Village Square in Downtown Duck, Outer Banks, NC 27953
    An upbeat contemporary cafe that serves an array of creative coastal cuisine created on the only woodfired oven on the northern beaches. An array of pizzas, deli... more info

  • Roadside Bar & Grill, The Sports Bars & Pubs 252-261-5729
    1193 Duck Road, Duck, NC 27949
    "The Roadside Bar & Grill has been serving top notch meals and hand crafted cocktails since 1995." Available menu selections include salads, sandwiches, wraps, burgers,... more info

  • Route 12 Steak & Seafood Company Steaks & Chops 252-453-4644
    This casual steakhouse has a unique roadhouse atmosphere and specializes in fresh seafood, barbecue chicken, and fall-off-of-the-bone tender ribs. Take out orders are... more info

  • Sam & Omie's Restaurant American 252-441-7366
    7228 South Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC 27959
    Omelets, hamburgers, club sandwiches, prime rib and seafood dinners, and more. more info

  • Sandbar & Grille, The American 252-995-3413
    49252 Highway 12, Buxton, NC 27920
    Offers a variety of steaks, ribs, fresh seafood, pastas, homemade soups, salads, sandwiches, and homemade desserts. more info

  • Slice Pizzeria Pizza 252-449-8888
    710 South Croatan Highway, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
    Delicious hand-tossed, stone oven-baked New York- and Chicago-style pizza, calzones, subs, pasta dishes, salads, and more. more info

  • Slushy Stand, The Specialty Foods 252-928-1878
    Ice cream, bike rentals, espresso drinks, smoothies, milkshakes, slushies, ice cream floats, and more. more info

  • SmacNally's Waterfront Bar & Grill Seafood 252-928-9999
    180 Irvin Garrish Highway (Highway 12), Ocracoke, NC 27960
    Located by the ferry docks right on Silver Lake Harbor, SmacNally's Waterfront Bar & Grill serves Angus burgers, fresh seafood, cold drinks, and more. more info

  • StingWray's Bar & Grill Seafood 252-987-1500
    24394 Highway 12, Rodanthe, NC 27968
    Enjoy a casual laid back, family-friendly atmosphere overlooking Albemarle Sound at the seasonal StingWray's Bar & Grill. Featuring fresh local seafood, the menu is... more info

  • Sugar Creek Seafood Restaurant Seafood 252-441-4963
    The Nags Head-Manteo Causeway, Nags Head, NC 27959
    Serves lunch and dinner daily from 11:30 a.m. Available menu selections include seafood entrees, prime rib, baby back ribs, grilled boneless chicken breasts, seafood... more info

  • Tale of the Whale Restaurant Seafood 252-441-7332
    7575 South Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC 27959
    Enjoy casual dining overlooking the Roanoke Sound at the family-owned & operated Tale of the Whale Restaurant, which serves the finest and freshest local seafood, choice... more info

  • Thai Moon Thai 252-928-5100
    589 Irvin Garrish Highway, Ocracoke, NC 27960
    Authentic Thai cuisine. more info

  • Tomato Patch Pizzeria Pizza 252-453-4500
    803 Albacore Street, Corolla, NC 27927
    The family-owned & operated Tomato Patch Pizzeria serves Greek-style pizza, pastas, subs, wraps, salads, and seafood. more info

  • Top Dog Cafe Cafes 252-987-1272
    25202 Island Pine Drive, Waves, NC 27982
    A casual, Keys-style restaurant known for the "biggest burgers on the Outer Banks," innovative wraps and salads, fish tacos, grilled and fried seafood, steamed shrimp,... more info

  • Tortugas' Lie Caribbean 252-441-RAWW
    3014 South Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC 27959
    "Founded in 1989, Tortugas' is home to some of the beach's finest fare, from mouthwatering appetizers to dinners and desserts." more info  map

  • Turf's Up Contemporary 252-453-6595
    Enjoy soundview dining at this unique restaurant that is open daily for lunch and dinner and features dishes such as grilled tenderloin, poached salmon, and pan-seared... more info

  • Wonderberry Frozen Yogurt & Desserts Specialty Foods 252-255-0977
    4104 South Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC 27959
    Wonderberry Frozen Yogurt & Desserts stores in Nags Head and Avon provide customers with such tasty treats as frozen yogurt, crepes, waffles, coffee and espresso drinks,... more info

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