Local Fare

Take some time to dine-out while you’re on the Outer Banks – you’ll love it! Most local restaurants are independently owned and provide some of the freshest seafood around. Whether you’re looking for North Carolina BBQ or a good wine-and-food pairing you won’t be disappointed.
Twiddy Preferred
  • Bacchus Wine & Cheese

    Corolla(252) 453-4333

    Imported & domestic cheeses, Angus steaks, specialty sandwiches, decadent desserts, fresh artisan breads, cigars, and over 4,000 bottles of wine. Located in Monteray Plaza on the south side of Food Lion. Celebrating 20 years!

  • Captain George's Seafood Restaurant

    Kill Devil Hills(252) 480-6677

    Thirty five years experience in providing the ultimate seafood buffet. Open year-round at Milepost 8.5 on US 158.

  • Corolla Pizza & Deli

    Corolla(252) 453-8592

    Delicious pizza with fresh hand-tossed dough, plus Philly cheese steaks, subs & sides. Free delivery from Ocean Hill to Pine Island. Located just north of Twiddy & Company, next to Wink's in Corolla.

  • Duck Donuts

    Duck & Corolla(252) 480-3304 or (252) 453-3210

    An Outer Banks vacation treat! Where the donuts are "warm, delicious & made to order!"

  • Giant Slice Pizza

    Corolla(252) 453-3199

    Dine-in or carry-out, free delivery all day. Serving Corolla for over 15 years!

  • Keefer's Bar & Grille

    Powell's Point(252) 491-2595

    Casual family dining for breakfast, lunch and dinner (seasonally). Enjoy incredible views and delicious food! Large groups welcome; take-out available. Located only five minutes north of the bridge at The Pointe Golf Club.

  • Kelly's Catering

    Nags Head(252) 441-4116

    How about dining out without going out? Kelly's offers "drop-off" catering to feed a large group without lifting a finger or putting on your shoes. Enjoy fresh NC seafood and nightly entertainment at Kelly's Restaurant & Tavern on US 158, at milepost 10.5 in Nags Head.

  • Lovie's Kitchen Table

    Historic Corolla Village(252) 453-0912

    Set in an original home in historic Corolla Village, Lovie's offers great food & drink in Corolla! Come in for coffee or tea, homemade baked goods, fine cheeses, chocolates, beer, wine & other tasty morsels. Take-out wraps and sandwiches or enjoy them on the porch. Their table is always full of good things, and you'll always be welcomed. Located between the bookstore and the chapel in Historic Corolla Village.

  • Outer Banks Boil Company

    (252) 453-6578

    Savor a traditional Carolina coastal boil experience - shrimp, spicy sausage, fresh veggies and seasonings layered and cooked to perfection. Enjoy easy livin' and good eatin'!

  • Outer Banks Catch

    Local fishermen approved!

    Look for the Outer Banks Catch symbol to find fresh, local Outer Banks seafood. Visit the website for more information.

  • Outer Banks Popcorn Shoppe

    Corolla(252) 453-4000

    Selling over 16 flavors of handmade gourmet popcorn. Enjoy a munch on the beach or take home the perfect souvenir. Located in the TimBuck II Shopping Center.

  • Outer Banks Restaurant Tours

    (252) 722-2229

    Restaurant tours offered in several locations throughout the Outer Banks, each with 4-6 stops. Sample some of the best food and drinks on the Outer Banks while learning about local cuisine, relaxing and having fun. You won't go home hungry! Walking and driving tours available.

  • Red Sky Cafe

    Duck(252) 261-8646

    Memorable meals in a cozy atmosphere right in the heart of Duck Village. Offering lunch, dinner and chefs-on-call catering.

  • Sanderling Resort

    Duck(855) 202-4201

    Experience summer Outer Banks style! Refresh and revitalize at the Spa at Sanderling, enjoy coastal Carolina cuisine at their restaurants and take advantage of a full range of kids and family activities. It's all open to the public!

  • Steamer's Shellfish To Go

    Corolla(252) 453-3305

    On the beach - off the hook! Specializing in gourmet take-out. In addition to Corolla's Original Steamer Pots To Go, they offer gourmet entrees, kids meals, soups, fresh fish and shellfish, chicken and ribs, vegetarian dishes and more! Their commitment to quality is their hallmark. Located on the sound at the TimBuck II Shopping Center.

  • The Blue Point

    Duck(252) 261-8090

    Overlooking the Currituck Sound from the Waterfront Shops in Duck. Enjoy lunch, dinner and drinks in the yard. Call for dinner reservations.

  • Aqua Restaurant & Spa

    Duck(252) 261-9700

    Organically-inspired cuisine for lunch and dinner. Relax on the waterfront in Duck and take in amazing sunsets and live music - dine indoors or out. Visit the spa for a relaxing massage or flip-flop-ready toes.

  • Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe

    Nags Head(252) 441-5405

    Basnight’s Lone Cedar offers it all: The best local foods—especially a fresh-daily catch of local seafood; a panoramic view of Roanoke Sound; and the friendly and warm hospitality of an original Outer Banks family. Located on the Nags Head Causeway (at 7623 S. Virgina Dare Trail).

  • Coastal Provisions Market

    Southern Shores(252) 480-0023

    Casual atmosphere and personal service. They offer catering, a full-service butcher, prepared foods, beer, wine and wine tastings. Try the new wine bar & cafe!

  • Corolla Village BBQ

    Historic Corolla Village(252) 457-0076

    NC pork barbeque, chicken, ribs & homemade side dishes. Take-out only. Located beside Twiddy & Company's Corolla office.

  • Currituck BBQ Company

    Barco (25 miles north of the Outer Banks)(252) 453-6618

    A favorite of locals and a "must stop" for travelers. They'll deliver meals, cater your event or provide the perfect spot to stop on your way to and from the Outer Banks. Located directly off US 158 in Barco, 25 miles north of the Outer Banks and 20 miles south of the Virginia/North Carolina border.

  • High Cotton

    Kitty Hawk(252) 255-2275

    Top-quality barbeque, fried chicken & ribs available for eat-in, take-out or catering.

  • JK's Restaurant

    Kill Devil Hills(252) 453-9555

    JK's steaks and seafood are among the best. The in-house butcher, live woodgrill and great wine list set the scene for an impressive meal. Open daily for dinner.

  • Lighthouse Bagels

    Corolla(252) 453-9998

    Fresh baked bagels, breads & pastries. Located in Monteray Plaza, Corolla.

  • Mike Dianna's Grill Room

    Corolla(252) 453-4336

    Make time for a meal at Mike Dianna's Grill Room. Enjoy lunch on the deck, a memorable dinner or live outdoor music 5 nights a week (in season). Prime beef, fresh fish & more.

  • Owens' Restaurant

    Nags Head(252) 441-7309

    Classic Southern coastal cuisine & hospitality. Fresh off-the-boat fish, whole Maine lobster and shellfish, tender-aged beef. Feedin' folks since 1946! Located at Milepost 16.5 on the Beach Road in Nags Head.