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2023 Restaurants Guide

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The Flying Melon Café

A popular spot for years with island residents and locals alike, The Flying Melon Café is known for its distinctive blend of Creole and Southern cuisine that’s amplified with a collection of locally and...

  • Ocracoke
  • 252-928-2533
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1587 Restaurant

Excellent, upscale food with a world-class view!

  • Manteo
  • 252-473-1587
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1718 Brewing

Come enjoy a pint of grog and make Blackbeard the Pirate proud at this relatively new Ocracoke attraction that is brimming with great taste. 1718 Brewing is Ocracoke Island and the southern Outer Banks’ only local...

  • Ocracoke
  • 252-928-2337
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3 Tequilas Mexican Restaurant

Dive into some fresh Mexican fare after a long day at the beach at this eatery that has enough variety to please a crowd. 3 Tequilas Mexican Restaurant is a fun and family-friendly establishment that has a lengthy menu...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 252-715-3604
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Agave Roja

Traditional Mexican and Latin fare with a twist!

  • Corolla
  • 252-453-0446
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Anchor Grill OBX

Beach fans don’t have to venture very far to enjoy a big meal on or off the shoreline, thanks to this small addition to the Outer Banks dining scene that is brimming with flavor. Located in the local's favorite...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 252-564-4869
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Angelo's Pizza Arcade

An Italian and American restaurant with a huge recreation room including pool tables. 

  • Buxton
  • 252-995-6364
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Aqua Restaurant and Spa

Aqua Restaurant and Spa in Duck, like the ocean its name represents, aims to provide a place of healing and rejuvenation. Aqua offers not only nourishment for the body, but the for soul and the environment as well.Along...

  • Duck
  • 252-261-9700
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Arby's

Whether it’s roast beef or deli-style sandwiches or maybe a salad, Arby’s will satisfy your craving.  The popular fast food chain serves breakfast until 10am each morning and stays open late for evening...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 252-480-0349
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Art's Place

Don’t be intimidated by Art’s Place’s slogan, “Locals Welcomed, Tourists Tolerated...sometimes.” Art’s Place is as laid back and friendly as it gets. It’s true this restaurant...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • (252) 261-3233
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Askins Creek Store

A shop full of souvenirs, food, clothing with special services, too.

  • Avon
  • 252-995-6283
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Atlantic Coast Cafe

A pleasant, casual cafe with two locations offering seafood, sandwiches, salads, and coffee and frozen drinks.

  • Waves
  • 252-987-1200
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Austin Fish Co.

When you ask locals in the Nags Head area where to get local seafood, they’ll almost certainly recommend Austin’s, not only because the market has been in business since 1960, but also because it sells only...

  • Nags Head
  • 252-441-7412
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Avenue Grille

Featuring a host of fresh and local ingredients as the backbone of its menu, as well as a convenient and picturesque setting in the heart of Downtown Manteo, Avenue Grille is a great destination to satisfy a big...

  • Manteo
  • 252-473-4800
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Bacchus Wine & Beer Bistro

Bacchus Wine & Beer Bistro is a great stop for a wide variety of tasty treats. Create a meal from their selections or take home a great bottle of wine and one or more of their tempting cheeses! Gourmet is the...

  • Corolla
  • 252-453-4333
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Bad Bean Taqueria and Cantina

Bad Bean Taqueria and Cantina offers a fresh take on Mexican cuisine in a friendly, modern atmosphere for lunch and dinner. Consider starting out with an order of chips, salsa and guacamole or try the delicious queso...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 252-261-1300
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Bambino's Little Italy

Fresh, local ingredients used to prepare new takes on Italian and North Carolina fare.

  • Corolla
  • 252-453-4004
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Bangkok Thai-Sushi

Discover a little something different on your next Duck vacation with a visit to this dine-in and take-out restaurant that offers a veritable world of cuisine in the heart of the Outer Banks. Bangkok Thai-Sushi has an...

  • Duck
  • 252-715-1228
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Barefoot Bernie's Tropical Grill & Bar

Specializing in exquisite and refreshing island cuisine in a classy yet casual tropical ambience, Barefoot Bernie's Tropical Grill & Bar has become a true destination on the Outer Banks restaurant circuit. The...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 252-261-3171
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Barrier Island Bagels

While bagels are the star at this Kitty Hawk eatery, there’s a lot more on the menu for hungry Outer Banks visitors who are in the mood for a quick and easy breakfast or lunch on the go. Situated next to Argyles...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 252-715-2830
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Beachside Bistro

The Sea Ranch Resort’s Beachside Bistro is one of the rare gems in the Outer Banks where you can drink or dine right next to the beach for the ultimate seaside view. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 252-480-3463
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Beads & Beans OBX

Enjoy a sumptuous morning or afternoon of fresh goodies, beautiful jewelry, and plenty of happy crafting at this enticing shop that offers an array of ways to have fun. Beads & Beans OBX is the ultimate destination...

  • Rodanthe
  • 252-305-2352
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Biscuits N' Porn

This small convenience store in the heart of Nags Head has become a bit of a local landmark all its own, thanks to its unforgettable name and its coveted merchandise, as well as its selection of great breakfast and deli...

  • Nags Head
  • 252-441-6446
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Bistro 158 & Deli

Grab a light bite to eat in between beach trips, or pick up a few hefty meals to go to enjoy in the comfort of a vacation rental home or local hotel, with a visit to this Kitty Hawk destination that is brimming with...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 252-261-1498
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Blue Moon Beach Grill

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Blue Moon is one of the hottest new restaurants on the Outer Banks. Scott and Melissa Shields opened the Blue Moon in the dead of the winter of 2009, when everyone else was running worried over the shaky...

  • Nags Head
  • 252-261-2583
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Blue Water Grill & Raw Bar

Enjoy a long and lingering meal with the bustling on-the-water activity of Manteo as your backdrop at this spacious eatery that is renowned for fresh seafood and a beautiful coastal atmosphere. Blue Water Grill &...

  • Manteo
  • 252-473-1955
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Bob's Grill

If you’re looking for a delicious diner where you can find down home, southern-style cookin’, Bob’s Grill in Kill Devil Hills is a must visit. This unique, retro-style diner serves breakfast and lunch...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 252-441-0707
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Bob's Grill

Fun and family-friendly, Bob’s Grill is a favorite Kill Devil Hills restaurant for visitors and locals alike. Open seven days a week for breakfast and brunch in season, Bob’s Grill offers large portions of...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 252-441-0707
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Bonzer Shack

The most laid back beach grill on the Outer Banks featuring bistro quality Coastal Comfort Food all with a throwback to the surfboard shapers and wave riders on the break! The Shack has an inviting and warm old school...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 252-480-1010
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Booty Treats

First opened in 2010, Booty Treats --- playing off Nags Head’s pirate history ---offers a unique hot weather sweet that has become a word-of-mouth phenomenon.  A combination of shaved ice and flash-frozen...

  • Nags Head
  • 252-715-3385
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Broken Plate Kitchen

Enjoy a little island inspiration with every meal at this Corolla eatery that features a range of familiar Outer Banks dishes with a little bit of a Caribbean twist. The Broken Plate Kitchen is a popular northern Outer...

  • Corolla
  • 252-597-1755
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Bros Sandwich Shack

Saddle up to a huge burger or a hearty sandwich with a visit to Hatteras Island’s Bros Sandwich Shack. Located in the central town of Avon, this casual burger joint has a polished atmosphere and plenty of filling...

  • Avon
  • 252-995-9595
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Bunkers Grille and Bar at the Currituck Club

An onsite golf restaurant with full bar open for lunch year round and dinner seasonally.

  • Corolla
  • 252-453-9400
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Cafe Lachine

Since its opening in early January 2012, Café Lachine has become a popular stop for fresh deli sandwiches and salads, and truly delectable homemade baked treats and breads. Better still, the menu, written on...

  • Nags Head
  • 252-715-2550
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Capt'n Franks

Capt’n Franks opened its doors in 1975, and since has been a local and visitor favorite. It’s laid back menu is perfect for picky kids, or a craving for an easy, delicious meal. If you need a change...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 252-261-9923
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Captain Andy's

Whether you need a little energy to reel in the big ones, or just want to relax after a long day of fishing with an ice-cold drink, Captain’s Andy is a convenient and fun destination that’s perfect for...

  • Nags Head
  • 252-441-5141
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Captain George's Seafood Restaurant

If you’re vacationing, why not enjoy “all you can eat.” Captain Georges Seafood Restaurant offers an incredible buffet of over 70 items. Pile your plate high with snow crab legs, oysters, shrimp...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 252-480-6677
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Channel Bass Restaurant

Seafood, steaks, burgers and entertainment!

  • Hatteras
  • 252-986-2250
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Chilli Peppers Grill & Pupuseria

Chilli Peppers Grill & Pupuseria is a local favorite for great food and a fun nightlife. The restaurant serves great food from around the world with a southwestern influence and sandwiches for lunch, as well as...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 252-441-8081
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China King

China King offers fast and easy Chinese food for dine in or take out. If you’re craving lo mien, fried rice, crab stick, egg rolls and all your Chinese food favorites, China King is your quick stop on the beach...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 252-449-2198
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Chinatown

Traditional Chinese food including buffet and a special lunch menu.

  • Avon
  • 252-995-0118
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Coastal Cantina

Coastal Cantina offers the best in open-air eateries and award-winning Tex Mex menu items. Customers can have the best in cantina cuisine while enjoying the breathtaking views of the Currituck Sound in the Waterfront...

  • Duck
  • 252-480-0023
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Coastal Cravings

Whether you’re in the mood for an easy-going breakfast, lunch, or dinner in the heart of Duck, or are looking for a big feast to enjoy at the vacation rental home, there’s a lot to crave at this eatery that...

  • Duck
  • 252-480-0032
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Coastal Creamery OBX

Coastal Creamery OBX sells a wide variety of frozen treats: hard scooped ice cream, soft serve frozen yogurts, sorbet, and custard, and our dairy free selection of Italian Ices. They serve in cones or cups with all of...

  • Nags Head
  • 252-255-1102
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Cockeyed Clam

Tucked away just off of N.C. Highway 12 in Buxton, Cockeyed Clam is a popular restaurant with families, fishermen, and visitors of all tastes, thanks to its expansive and crowd-pleasing menu, and a variety of local...

  • Buxton
  • 252-986-5488
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Coffeehouse on Roanoke Island

A delicious and restful stop in downtown Manteo

  • Manteo
  • 252-473-1295
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Colington Cafe

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The Colington Cafe is a unique and romantic upscale restaurant located off the beaten path in Kill Devil Hills off Colington Road. The Victorian house is nestled in shady oaks with beautiful gardens and southern ferns...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 252-480-1123
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Colington Pizza

Colington Pizza offers unique, gourmet pizzas as well as sandwiches and salads. Kids and grown ups all love pizza, so let Colington Pizza serve your entire family. 

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 252-441-3339
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Corolla Grass Course

A natural grass mini golf course.

  • Corolla
  • 252-453-4198
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Corolla Movie and Bistro

Corolla Movies and Bistro is a one-stop shop movie theater and restaurant. We combine movies with a casual dining experience, featuring a full-service menu offer a wide variety of food. Menu options include burgers...

  • Corolla
  • 252-453-2999
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Corolla Pizza and Deli

Serving fresh pizza for more than two decades!

  • Corolla
  • 252-453-8592
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Corolla Village Barbecue

A tasty stop for a variety of barbeque choices!

  • Corolla
  • 252-457-0076
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Cosmo's Pizzeria

Best Pizza in in Corolla since 1995! Cosmo’s Pizzeria has continued to be a family favorite on the northern Outer Banks for over 15 years. Outdoor dining, full bar, and specialty menu (including gluten free...

  • Corolla
  • 252-453-4666
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Country Deli

Family owned and operated since 1990 at the same location, this deli is not fancy, but it’s got what counts: good food at good prices.  And since Country Deli has been time-tested on the Outer Banks, where...

  • Nags Head
  • 252-441-5684
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Cravings Steaks & Seafood

Wow! A drive-up with great tasting and healthy food? That’s what this unique restaurant ---which had once been a Burger King ---offers, at least for breakfast and lunch. Dinner is just great food, and you’ll...

  • Duck
  • 252-480-0032
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Crumbles - The Cookie Shop

This place is cookie heaven!

  • Corolla
  • 252-453-0080
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Dairy Queen

Dairy Queen, endearlingly called “DQ” by fans, is a soft serve ice cream and restaurant chain serving tasty eats, treats and beverages. 

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 252-480-2342
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    • Corolla
    • 252-453-3130
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    • Waves
    • 252-987-1228
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Dajio

Located in the center of Ocracoke village, Dajio showcases the best of local ingredients in a fresh and distinctive menu that borrows inspiration from the heart of the island. With a mouth-watering array of brunch...

  • Ocracoke
  • 252-928-7119
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Dare Devil's Pizzeria

Dare Devil’s Pizzeria is the perfect beach town pizzeria, where you can enjoy good food and a casual atmosphere with a menu that will please anyone in your group. Whether you’re in the mood for pizza, or you...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 252-441-6330
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Dinky's Waterfront Restaurant

If you’re looking for fresh North Carolina seafood, Dinky’s will hit the spot. Chef Dwight Callahan cooks up a new seafood dinner special for every night of the week, with menu changes each season. Also on...

  • Hatteras
  • 252-986-2020
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Dirty Dick's Crab House

First launched as a little carry-out joint on the Beach Road in 1995, Dirty Dick’s Crab House quickly become an Outer Banks favorite. With two full-service restaurants here now, there are also two locations...

  • Nags Head
  • 252-449-2722
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    • Avon
    • 252-995-3733
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Dockside 'N Duck Seafood Market

Dockside ‘N Duck Seafood Market has been owned and operated by a local family of commercial fishermen and farmers since 1987.  The owner (a commercial fishmen) has been featured on N.C. Flavor for Currituck...

  • Duck
  • 252-261-8687
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Dockside Grille

Off the beaten path, Dockside Grille is a hidden hangout on Colington Road that locals love and tourists are quickly discovering. It’s a friendly, laid-back sort of place where you can enjoy a delicious casual...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 252-441-0444
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Domino's Pizza

Pizza, sandwiches and snacks are available for carry out or delivery at this familiar favorite. Domino’s Pizza is where you’ll satisfy a craving for hot, delicious, cheesy pizza and subs with all your...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 252-441-1525
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Duck Deli

Serving Hickory-Smoked Barbecue & Deli Sandwiches for over 25 Years, Duck Deli is as popular and as quaint as its location. The Deli was opened in 1988 by a retired PA dentist, Ronald Forlano, and his son Ken. Today...

  • Duck
  • 252-261-3354
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Duck Donuts

Duck Donuts has four convenient locations ready to serve you. Duck Donuts was established in 2006, and has become a favorite of locals and tourists alike. Donuts are made fresh and handed to you to dress in your...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 252-480-3320
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    • Duck
    • 252-480-3304
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    • Kitty Hawk
    • 252-261-3312
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    • Corolla
    • 252-453-3210
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Duck Duck Burgers

Visitors who need a quick bite while exploring the attractions, shops, and beaches that Duck is renowned for can pay a visit to this small and charming eatery that has a small menu, but plenty of great flavor. Duck Duck...

  • Duck
  • 252-715-4999
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Duck Pizza Company

Duck Pizza Company’s menu features a huge selection of creative pizza combinations with 24 varieties to choose from. They also offer a variety of ice cold beer. Eat in, take out or take advantage of free...

  • Duck
  • 252-255-0099
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Duck's Cottage Coffee & Bookshop

If you enjoy a good cup of coffee and a good book, a stop into Duck’s Cottage Coffee & Bookshop is a must. Located in a historic gun shop next to the pond in the Waterfront Shops in Duck, a visit to...

  • Duck
  • 252-261-5510
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Dune Burger

Opened since the 1950s at the same Whalebone Junction location,  although no one seems to know exactly when, Dune Burger is one of the oldest drive-up burger joints on the Outer Banks. It’s just a cinder...

  • Nags Head
  • 252-441-2441
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Dunkin'

If you’re coming to OBX from the north, you know Dunkin’ has a cult following for this breakfast delight. Donuts, coffee, bagels and sandwiches are what Dunkin’ does best. And you can get your fix...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 252-261-4629
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    • Corolla
    • 252-453-6291
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    • Manteo
    • 252-473-1712
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    • Nags Head
    • 252-480-1629
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Eduardo's

A favorite spot for early risers and beach-goers alike, Eduardo's Taco Stand is a staple for Ocracoke fans who want to dive into some fresh Mexican fare that is packed with flavor. Featuring a classic array of...

  • Ocracoke
  • 252-928-0234
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El Shaddai Chicken

Global food lovers with a craving for something distinct and unique on the Outer Banks can pay a visit to this hidden gem of a restaurant that features a wealth of dishes that can’t be found anywhere else along...

  • Manteo
  • 252-423-3013
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Eventide

Cap off a long day on the beach and toast an Outer Banks sunset with a visit to this gathering spot that’s perched on the edge of the Currituck Sound. Eventide features a selection of cheese and charcuterie...

  • Duck
  • 252-715-1216
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Fat Crabs Rib Company

Seafood, steamer pots, barbeque and desserts! 

  • Corolla
  • 252-453-9931
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Fatboyz Ice Cream & Grill

What’s great about Fatboyz is you can stroll over to it from the beach in your bathing suit, get some tasty food and ice cream, and sit right down on their outside porch and enjoy it. No worries about your wet...

  • Nags Head
  • 252-441-6514
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Fatcrabs Rib Company & Seafood Shack

Corolla vacationers can satisfy a huge appetite with a visit to this destination that celebrates both the seafood of the Outer Banks and the southern fare that puts North Carolina on the foodie map. Fatcrabs Rib Company...

  • Corolla
  • 252-453-9931
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Fig Tree Bakery and the Sweet Tooth

Whether you’re in the mood for a convenient breakfast or lunch, or just want to skip right to the sweet stuff, the Fig Tree Bakery and the Sweet Tooth candy shop has you covered. This popular Ocracoke destination...

  • Ocracoke
  • 252-928-3481
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First Light

Start your day with a tasty breakfast and keep them in mind for lunch and dinner, too. A real mix of American foods. 

  • Corolla
  • 252-453-4664
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Fishbones Raw Bar & Restaurant

Since it first opened in June 1995, Fishbones has offered the best in creative Caribbean style Cuisine combined with fresh local Outer Banks Seafood to complement its upbeat casual dining atmosphere. It is is also the...

  • Duck
  • 252-261-6991
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  • Corolla
  • 252-453-0877
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