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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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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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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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Blue Moon Beach Grill

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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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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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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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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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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Cookshak Fried Chicken

There’s an art to doing a home-style chicken dinner right in the South. You need a chicken fried to golden, crispy perfection obviously. Then you need the appropriate fixings, like mac and cheese and coleslaw...

  • Duck
  • 252-261-1156
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    • Nags Head
    • 252-441-1156
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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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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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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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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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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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Fork'et Me Not

A past winner of the Outer Banks Food Truck Showdown, this takeout, catering, and delivery establishment proves that great things can come in small packages. Fork'et Me Not has more than 30 years of experience and a new...

  • Nags Head
  • 252-255-1698
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Grits Grill

This charming breakfast and lunch restaurant is the Outer Banks version of an old-fashioned diner, complete with a counter and stools, retro pink or green vinyl and metal chairs and tables, and big comfortable booths...

  • Nags Head
  • 252-449-2888
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Howard's Pub & Raw Bar Restaurant

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...

  • Ocracoke
  • 252-928-4441
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Huanchaco Lounge

Huanchaco Lounge in Kill Devil Hills brings a fresh and flavorful twist to the Outer Banks dining scene, blending vibrant Peruvian flavors with a laid-back coastal vibe. Named after the famed surf town of Huanchaco...

  • Kill Devil Hills
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Kimball's Kitchen

Enjoy an elegant meal with a waterfront backdrop at this world-class restaurant that utilizes the fresh ingredients and flavors of the Outer Banks and beyond. Kimball's Kitchen has an ever-changing menu to delight...

  • Duck
  • 252-261-8419
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King Tut's Wiener Hut

New in 2012, King Tut’s offers a casual place to get a tasty meal without having to worry about the kids getting bored. Quality hot dogs can be enjoyed while the young ones --- or adults ---play some arcade games...

  • Nags Head
  • 252-715-3200
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Lucky 12 Tavern

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...

  • Nags Head
  • 252-255-5825
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Mama Easley's

Take a break from a busy day of shopping at Corolla’s Timbuck II Shopping Village and enjoy a casual lunch or dinner at this local destination that has a little something for everyone in the crew. Mama Easley's is...

  • Corolla
  • 252-453-2398
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Morris Farm Market

We're celebrating 40 years at Morris Farm Market and it's another beautiful day to hang out on the farm! There's so much to do here; the music is setting up for your entertainment and the craft and food truck vendors...

  • Barco
  • 252-453-2837
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Mulligan's Raw Bar & Grille

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
  • 252-449-0223
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Nags Head Pier and Restaurant

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...

  • Nags Head
  • 252-441-5141
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Ocracoke Oyster Company

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...

  • Ocracoke
  • 252-928-0200
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Outer Banks Brewing Station

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...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 252-449-2739
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Outer Banks Clam Bakes

Enjoy a true escape from the daily grind and take a break from the kitchen by enlisting the services of Outer Banks Clam Bakes for your family meals on the Outer Banks. This catering and to-go company offers a wealth of...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 252-455-8737
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Pier House Restaurant

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...

  • Nags Head
  • 252-441-4200
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Player's Grille @ Nags Head Golf Links

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...

  • Nags Head
  • 252-441-8073
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Plum Pointe Kitchen

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...

  • Ocracoke
  • 252-928-7586
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Po House

Situated on the edge of the Pamlico Sound with miles of views in every direction, the Po House is Avon village’s premier destination for a tempting meal that times perfectly with an Outer Banks’ sunset...

  • Avon
  • 252-995-3353
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Red Drum Grille and Taphouse

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...

  • Nags Head
  • 252-480-1095
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Red Sky Cafe

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...

  • Duck
  • 252-261-8646
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Roadside Bar and Grill

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...

  • Duck
  • 252-261-5729
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Sam & Omie's Restaurant

Sam and Omie’s Restaurant is a great place to eat after a day at the beach. Or before you go to the beach. Or, for that matter, before or after a visit to Jennette’s Pier, which is right across the street...

  • Nags Head
  • 252-441-7366
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Sandtrap Tavern

Take a break from a day at the beach or the adjacent Sea Scape Golf Course with a visit to this Kitty Hawk restaurant where local flavor and homegrown specialties are always on the menu. The Sandtrap Tavern is a fun and...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 252-261-2243
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Sea Chef Dockside Kitchen

Located at Oregon Inlet in Nags Head, Sea Chef Dockside Kitchen serves up fresh, flavorful seafood with a side of waterfront charm. This chef-driven, locally owned restaurant celebrates the coastal bounty of the Outer...

  • Nags Head
  • 252-441-3543
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Shipwrecks Taphouse & Grill

The colorful Shipwrecks Taphouse & Grill is a crowd-pleasing destination in the heart of Kitty Hawk which features a lengthy menu of lunch, dinner, and drinks that is sure to please everyone in the crowd. Expansive...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 252-261-7800
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SmacNally's Raw Bar and Grill

SmacNally’s Raw Bar & Grill boasts the “best damn burger in Ocracoke” and “Food so good, it’ll make ya wanna smack yo mama.”Located right on Silver Lake in the heart of Ocracoke...

  • Ocracoke
  • 252-928-9999
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Sooey's BBQ & Rib Shack

Located directly across the street from Jockey’s Ridge on one side, and the ocean on the other, Sooey’s is a good casual place to stop for a bite and take in the view. It offers hickory smoke BBQ pork, beef...

  • Nags Head
  • 252-449-6465
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    • Corolla
    • 252-449-4227
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Stack 'Em High - Kill Devil Hills

Making breakfast for families visiting and living on the Outer Banks is something we've done since 1981. Our tradition of serving great breakfast: pancakes, waffles, french toast, omelets and homemade biscuits is...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 252-441-7064
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Stack'em High Pancakes - Kitty Hawk

Start your morning with a hot, made-from-scratch breakfast at Stack’em  High Pancakes. This cozy pancake house offers a variety of omelets and pancakes, as well as all your breakfast favorites. If...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 252-261-8221
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Stop Quik

This modest deli and convenience store at Milepost 10 off the U.S. 158 Bypass is not just any Citgo gas station stop. As the sign in the window boasts, it’s the “Best Lunch Deli on the Beach,” and many...

  • Nags Head
  • 252-441-6446
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Sugar Creek Seafood Restaurant

Most days, this restaurant along the Roanoke Sound is bustling, with vehicles spilling out of the parking lot into the street.  With an outdoor gazebo and views of gorgeous sunsets nearly every evening, Sugar Creek...

  • Nags Head
  • 252-441-4963
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T.L.'s Country Kitchen

Big on breakfast and homestyle cooking in a family-style restaurant.

  • Manteo
  • 252-473-3489
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Tale of the Whale Restaurant

With its fabulous setting on the Roanoke Sound and a mouth-watering menu, Tale of the Whale Restaurant is one of those places on the Outer Banks that visitors flock to year after year.  The family-owned business...

  • Nags Head
  • 252-441-7332
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Tavern on 12

Tavern on 12 in Frisco is a fun and friendly restaurant with lots of homemade fare that is sure to please everyone in the crowd. From fresh seafood specials to hand-tossed pizzas with a range of specialty toppings...

  • Frisco
  • 252-986-5368
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Ten O Six

Dive into an easy meal to enjoy on the beach or at home with a visit to this deli and eatery that has plenty of options for everyone in the family. Ten O Six features a lengthy list of homemade breakfast and lunch...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 252-441-9607
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The Blue Point

For more than 20 years, The Blue Point staff has been offering coastal cuisine and southern hospitality in a warm and comfortable setting. Guests can enjoy spectacular views of the Currituck Sound while enjoying lunch...

  • Duck
  • 252-261-8090
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The Carolina Club

The Carolina Club is located on the mainland of Currituck County, just minutes from the Outer Banks beaches.  With a beautiful par-3 island green signature hole, fun layout, and superb...

  • Grandy
  • 877-421-0612
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The Dunes Restaurant

The Dunes Restaraunt is a favorite local restaurant that’s been in business since 1982 and focuses on local, southern cooking. It has embraced the local food movement, and always tries to use local seasonal...

  • Nags Head
  • 252-441-1600
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The Lifesaving Station Restaurant

For casual dining, The Lifesaving Station at Sanderling Inn has been a traditional favorite since 1977. The restaurant is housed in what once served as Caffey’s Life Saving Station. Decommisioned in the 1950s, it...

  • Duck
  • 252-449-6654
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The Pony and The Boat

Kitty Hawk visitors in the mood for an elegant meal with lots of fresh and local ingredients will want to plan an evening or a Sunday brunch at The Pony and the Boat, which is the latest culinary concept from celebrated...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 252-715-2991
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Theodosia

Theodosia, located within the luxurious Sanderling Resort in Duck, NC, offers an elevated coastal dining experience that beautifully blends refined elegance with the relaxed spirit of the Outer Banks. Overlooking the...

  • Duck
  • 252-261-8419
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Two Roads Tavern

Located in a small shopping plaza that straddles the borders of Kitty Hawk and Kill Devil Hills, Two Roads Tavern is a gem of a destination for folks who want to relax and enjoy a cold drink and a big meal after a long...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 252-255-1980
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Upside Restaurant

Visitors on the hunt for innovative fare and familiar favorites in a charming Corolla setting will find all that and more at this eatery that takes inspiration from whatever is fresh and in season. Upside Restaurant is...

  • Corolla
  • 252-599-2222
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Waves Market & Deli

Visitors staying in the tri-village communities of Rodanthe, Waves, and Salvo will be just a stone’s throw away from the unique groceries and great eats they need for a delicious Outer Banks vacation, thanks to...

  • Waves
  • 252-987-2352
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Cosmo's Pizzeria Southern Shores

Cosmo's Pizzeria Southern Shores

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If you're searching for great pizza on the Outer Banks, look no further than Cosmo's Pizzeria at The Marketplace in Southern Shores! We offer authentic New York-style pizza made fresh and just the way you like, using only the highest quality ingredients. Try one of our specialty pizzas, such as the classic Margarita or BBQ Chicken, or keep it simple with your choice of toppings. If New York-style pizza isn't your thing, we also offer a variety of salads, pasta dishes and subs.

  • Southern Shores
  • 252-261-8388
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