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.

• 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.

• 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!

• 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 Pizza

  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.

• 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.

• Giant Slice Pizza

  Corolla(252) 453-3199

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

• JK's Restaurant

  Corolla(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. Enjoy the new Corolla location in Monteray Plaza. Open daily for dinner.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Tomato Patch Pizzeria & Family Restaurant

  Corolla(252) 453-4500

  Come in, relax and enjoy pizza and other family favorites. Located in Monteray Plaza in Corolla.

• 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).

• Bonnie's Bagels

  Southern Shores(252) 255-2888

  Stop by for bagels, awesome breakfast sandwiches or a custom-made sandwich. Located at milepost 1, next to CVS, in Southern Shores.

• 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.

• High Cotton

  Kitty Hawk(252) 255-2275

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

• Lighthouse Bagels

  Corolla(252) 453-9998

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

• Metropolis Martini & Tapas Restaurant

  Corolla(252) 453-6167

  Extensive martini, beer and wine list. Located in the Ocean Club Center in Corolla.

• Ocean Boulevard

  Kitty Hawk Beach Road, Mile Post 2(252) 261-2546

  Bistro & martini Bar. Enjoy fine dining and an extensive wine list. Reservations recommended.

• Route 12 Steak & Seafood Company

  Corolla(252) 453-4644

  Innovative cuisine in a casual family setting. Serving lunch & dinner; open year-round. Located in the TimBuck II Shopping Center.