2021 Seafood Guide

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...

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...

This year the Argyles Restaurant is serving breakfast. Owner chef Debra Argyle in the kitchen, offers a variety of delicious, unique, and quality dishes with creative and surprising flavors that will please everyone in...

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

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...

Baldie’s Burgers is a “classic burger stand” offering take-out lunch and dinner year round. More than a few have described its burgers as simply “awesome" and very affordable.Besides juicy...

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...

Since it first opened in 1996, Basnight’s has been the restaurant where all the movers and shakers in the state would eat when they visted the barrier islands. Owned by Outer Banks native and former state Sen...

Big Al’s is a family run restaurant that opened 1997. The 1950’s Coca Cola-themed décor compliments the home-style food filled with comforting family recipes and blue-plate specials. The family of...

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...

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...

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

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...

Seafood, steaks, burgers and entertainment!

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

A year-round eatery serving lunch and dinner with an Australian twist.

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...

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...

Seafood, steamer pots, barbeque and desserts! 

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...

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

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...

A down home seafood restaurant in the heart of a fishing village! 

This chilled out surfer restaurant is a hot spot for locals, and for good reason. Food Dudes offers casual dining with a gourmet menu of fresh, local and delicious homemade food. Two chefs/owners are the“food...

A year-round restaurant, bar and gift shop.

Nothing sets a hotel apart like a good restaurant. At Hilton Garden Inn Outer Banks/Kitty Hawk, we’re proud to serve our guests and visitors at Garden Grille & Bar.Our chef prepares an American-style breakfast...

At Good Winds Restaurant, we proudly serve tasty and inventive beach cuisine, fresh-caught local seafood, and the widest selection of wine and regional craft beer and in the Tri-Villages. Located above Kitty Hawk Kites...

Cruise on into Goombays Grille & Raw Bar for the freshest local seafood, chicken, steaks, and more… Goombays’ casual, family-friendly atmosphere offers cool island decor, a fun kids’ menu, and...

Grandstaff & Stein Book Sellers is The Outer Bank's Finest Speakeasy! Craft Cocktails and Fine Dining. Menus rotate seasonally with only the freshest ingredients. MP 9.75 on the Bypass in Kill Devil Hills (next...

A marina, accomodations, deli and gift store wrapped up in one. 

Located on the southern edge of Hatteras Island, and surrounded by water in multiple directions, Hatteras Sol is an ideal destination for a romantic evening out with a steller view of the Pamlico Sound. Serving a...

A legendary Ocracoke spot since 1991, Howard's Pub & Raw Bar Restaurant continues to be a favorite destination for longtime visitors thanks to its fun and engaging atmosphere, huge selection of post-beach worthy...

Hurricane Mo’s, a local favorite, is a perfect place to grab some grub after hitting the beach. Serving lunch, dinner, and even happy hour, Hurricane Mo’s will satisfy your hunger pangs anytime of the...

An elegant restaurant and fine accomodations with speciality services. 

JK’s offers exquisite fine dining with live wood fire grill cooked aged western beef, fresh seafood, domestic lamb, baby back ribs, grain-fed veal and chicken. JK's prides itself on excellent service and in...

John’s Drive-In is legendary in the Outer Banks. This little beach stand gets a lot of love by offering locals and tourists the best in beach food and milkshakes. 

Jolly Roger Pub and Marina is considered Ocracoke’s “premiere and most authentic waterfront restaurant.” The Pub's main attraction is its location. Even the most exquisite cuisine would have a hard...

Keefer’s Bar & Grill serves breakfast and lunch and is just five miles inland from the Wright Memorial Bridge in Currituck County. It offers a combination of cozy comfort and Southern elegance and a great way...

Great dining prepared by an experienced chef with paired beverages to match. 

A Sicilian-style restaurant with a cozy ambiance. 

Looking for a bar atmosphere with great food? Longboard’s Island Grill in Kitty Hawk is just the answer. The restaurant and bar offers a great bar menu, serving until 1am daily. The bar remains open for drinks...

Lucky 12 Tavern, located at Milepost 12 Beach Road has everything a great restaurant and bar should have: great food, great beverages, tons of personality and lots of TV's.  Lucky 12 prides itself on serving the...

A traditional seafood restaurant that also serves steak and chicken dishes.

Mako Mike’s menu has something delicious for every palate featuring: fresh outer banks seafood, Angus beef, authentic jerk chicken, golden fried oysters, appetizers, salads, pasta dishes, homemade desserts...

Mama Kwans Grill and Tiki Bar is a favorite restaurant and hang out for locals and visitors. Famous for fish tacos and a Bushwackers (a frozen, alcoholic milkshake that's to die for!), Mama Kwans is a must-stop during...

A Taste Of India With A View Of The Outer Banks The Outer Banks is in for a real treat as the first authentic Indian Cuisine Restaurant opens its doors. Located on the northern end of The Wright Memorial Bridge...

Metropolis is open for dinner year round. Their menu changes with the season. They have a creative take on food allowing the customer to envision their own meal through ordering a series of small plates or tapas. There...

Mike Dianna’s is a family-owned and operated restaurant built on the love of food and entertaining. Curbside Takeout & Delivery Available! Please Call Ahead For Breakfast & Dinner Reservations. They invite...

Located at Milepost 13 in Nags Head, across from Jockey’s Ridge State Park, we have unbelievable views from our second floor deck of the Atlantic Ocean and the historic Nags Head cottages. As a matter of fact, we...

Nags Head Pier offers some of the best fishing on the east coast. Its proximity to the Gulf Stream provides access to a great variety of inshore fish, and the Pier Shop furnishes all the equipment needed to catch them...

North Carolina harvests some of the finest fish and shellfish available anywhere in the world.  From the highest peaks of the Blue Ridge and Great Smoky Mountains to the elegant shores of our OuterBanks, Freshness...

 A northern beaches restaurant serving seafood, steaks, sandwiches, salads and more.

Nothing beats the glow of a nice suntan, so why not put that to use, get a dolled up and head to Ocean Boulevard for some fine cocktails and gourmet dishes? The restaurant features a quiet and classy atmosphere great...

Oceana’s serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily year round in Avon on Hattersas Island. For breakfast they offer Southern favorites such as sausage biscuits and gravy and chicken biscuits. Dive into tasty French...

Though oysters are naturally always on the menu, Ocracoke Oyster Company offers a lot more than locally sourced seafood, and their menu is brimming with exceptional fare that can satisfy the largest of appetites...

Situated in the heart of old Nags Head, where many of the original oceanfront cottages still stand, this restaurant is at the same location as the former Jockey’s Ribs Bar & Grill had been since 1985.  In...

Settle in for a satisfying lunch or dinner with an absolutely delicious view with a visit to the Open Water Grill. Located along the edge of the Pamlico Sound, this restaurant that’s tucked away in the northern...

When Lisa and Marcel Ortega opened their year-round restaurant, a cheer went up on the Outer Banks. Ethnic food was a much-needed addition to the downtown Manteo scene. They call their food southwestern style cooking...

Located at the Outer Banks Mall since 2004, Outback is an Australian-themed chain restaurant that offers enough choices to please everyone in the family, served in an attractive atmosphere.  Vegetarians in the...

The Outer Banks Brewing Station, established in 2001, is the first wind powered brewpub in the U.S. and an icon on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Look for the 92 foot wind turbine in the backyard beer garden. A pub...

Two Outer Banks favorites, located at the Dunes Shops in Kitty Hawk, have merged into one even better combination under new ownership and a new name - Outer Bean Juice & Java and Seaside Gourmet. The new owner has...

In business steadily since 1946, Owens’ Restaurant is an Outer Banks treasure. It boasts proudly that it is the only eatery on the barrier islands that is still owned and operated by the same family. The old Nags...

Dubbed a “pirate hideaway," Pamlico Jack’s has fun with the buccaneer theme while still serving up a tasty meal in a beautiful setting. With its location on the Roanoke Sound, it’s pretty much...

From hearty lunches to happy hour drink specials on craft brews, Pangea Tavern truly has a little something for everyone. Located in the heart of Avon and adjacent to the Avon Fishing Pier, this cool tavern and...

It is impossible to match the coolness of dining on a fishing pier, and the Pier House Restaurant is one of the few that offers the experience.  What’s great is you can come right off the beach, or the pier...

Located at the Nags Head Golf Links, Player’s Grille is not just for golfers. Anyone is welcome to dine at this classy, but comfortable restaurant with a full bar.  Not only does it have a lovely setting, the...

Feast on a distinct variety of small plates and appetizers at this unique eatery that’s tucked away in one of Ocracoke’s newest and more popular hang-out spots, the 1718 Brewery.  Plum Pointe Kitchen...

A casual waterfront eatery with delicious deli meats and cheeses. Poor Richard's includes a pub with liquor, draft and bottled beer a well as wine. They also offer entertainment. 

Enjoy seafood, steaks and homemade pies!

Red Drum Tap House has become a Nags Head tradition for locals & visitors alike. For over 10 years, we’ve offered a hearty fare in a casual & relaxed atmosphere complimented by a great selection of 18...

For more than 15 years, Red Sky Cafe restaurant in Duck, NC, has been delighting locals and visitors with fresh, creative meals that highlight local Outer Banks seafood, poultry, beef, duck and more. The owner and chef...

You'll have to peer behind the huge Russian olive hedges to find this popular OBX eatery, tucked away in a renovated and cedar-shaked historic home in the heart of Duck. Open since 1995, Roadside Bar and Grill says the...

Rooster’s Southern Kitchen is the culmination of lifelong experiences of Sue and John Woolard, a couple born and raised in Eastern North Carolina. Growing up in a rural culture, Sue and John believe in the value...