2025 Kitty Hawk Restaurants Guide

Welcome to Aloha Poke & Grill! In Hawaiian culture, poke is one of the most well-known dishes. “Poke” means to cut or slice something into crosswise pieces. It is served as diced and finely raw fish or cooked meat, which is usually served in the main course but is also served as an appetizer. The ingredients in a modern poke bowl can be very widely, the nutrition content is very well. We focus on fresh, good quality of ingredients as healthy way to dine. From Our Kitchen to Your Bowl!

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 breakfast spot parking lot, Stack Em’ High in Kitty Hawk, Anchor Grill OBX is a fast and fresh food truck destination that has plenty of variety and easy-going fare to go around.

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 and bar is one that OBX locals have loved since it opened here in 1979, but tourists also will find it charming 

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 bright and welcoming family environment is filled with vintage travel posters and tropical decorations, giving diners the sensation of being on a tropical island. Colorful walls and unique light fixtures create the perfect ambience for a tasty meal and a tropical cocktail. The owner having grown up on the Outer Banks has traveled the tropics to taste and learn the exquisite flavors these destinations have to offer. Now he is back to bring you the best dishes from the world best beaches.  

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 in the heart of the Outer Banks, Barrier Island Bagels makes every meal a breeze with lots of options, and plenty of breakfast and lunch fare to appease any appetite or taste.

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 from the regular fast food restaurants, then go to the locally owned Capt’n Franks for an affordable, quick, good eat!

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 favorite toppings. Toppings include cinnamon sugar, powdered sugar, glaze, vanilla, chocolate, maple, strawberry, lemon, peanut butter icing, shredded coconut, chocolate and rainbow sprinkles, and peanuts.

Front Porch Cafe is a locally-owned coffee shop where you can get your caffeine (or decaf!) fix while enjoying a pastry or cookie and surfing the free wifi. You’ll be in good company too, as this coffee shop is a favorite place for locals and visitors.

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 buffet each morning and classic comfort foods for lunch and dinner. Whether you’re in the mood for authentic Carolina Crab Cakes or our Texas-sized Mobley Burger, there’s something for everyone at Garden Grille & Bar.Order in-room dining from the restaurant between 5:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. daily, or pick up something to nibble on from our 24-hour Pavilion Pantry® convenience mart, offering an assortment of beverages and ready-to-cook meals for your in-room microwave oven.

Nestled in the heart of Kitty Hawk, High Tide Taphouse is a welcoming coastal hangout where good vibes, cold beer, and great food come together. Whether you're a local looking for your new favorite spot or a visitor seeking a laid-back place to unwind, this taphouse delivers the perfect mix of Outer Banks charm and community spirit.

Spice up your vacation with a visit to this eatery that offers a wealth of traditional Indian fare in the heart of the Outer Banks. Himalaya Indian Cuisine is a unique and delicious addition to the OBX dining scene which features a wealth of traditional and more unique dishes that will appease all Indian food fans, as well as any hungry visitor who is in the mood for something a little different.

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 day.  

A fun and friendly destination that the whole crew can sink their teeth into, I Got Your Crabs Shellfish Market and Oyster Bar is a great spot for visitors to dive into an array of seafood specialties that the Outer Banks is renowned for. Offering take-out options as well as a full menu to enjoy on-site, I Got Your Crabs Shellfish Market and Oyster Bar is a solid option for diners to satisfy a big seafood craving.

Jim’s Soft Pretzel Bakery is a great place to stop on the road for a snack. Located right off of the main highway 158, it is convenient for any hungry snacker. Bring yourself, or the whole family, Jim’s will be sure to satisfy your hunger pangs with a smile and a pretzel.

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. 

Josephine’s Sicilian Kitchen is where you’ll enjoy truly authentic Italian food in the Outer Banks. Josephine’s quality ingredients and homemade sauces create exquisite dishes with hearty portions.  Open for dinner only, Josephine’s offers and upscale evening out at very affordable prices. The modern décor offers a trendy, yet cozy décor, with warm color tones, a fireplace and even a crystal chandelier. Many Italians believe eating should be comfortable, so this is fine dining without a stuffy atmosphere.

La Fogata offers tasty Mexican food for lunch and dinner at three locations on the Outer Banks. Prices are reasonable, and the always-friendly wait staff provide fast service. Locals love this restaurant because it’s got comfortable big booths, it’s open year-round and the speedy service makes it so customers usually don’t have to wait too long for a table even in the summer. Plus there’s tons of delicious choices on the menu, with all kinds of meat, beans and cheese.  There are numerous varieties of enchiladas, burritos, tacos, quesadillas and chalupas, and there’s chile relanos, huevos rancheros, nachos, Mexican rice, taco salads, guacamole, and fajitas.  This is a great place for vegetarians, because there’s much more to choose from than most other eateries. And there’s also a kids’ menu, dessert and a full bar available. 

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 for a romantic evening. You can either sit in the restaurant for a candlelit meal, or on the outdoor patio to enjoy a fresh salty breeze and the sound of the neighboring sea. Ocean Boulevard offers an extensive fine dining menu, including nightly dinner specials usually featuring fresh seafood. Start with the Bistro baked Clams Antipasti or Seven Lettuce salad. Do not forget to save room for a delicious entrée like the Local Jumbo Lump Crabcake or Pan Roasted Duck Breast. 

Dining out in the Outer Banks can be a daunting task. Leaving the beach early, hour long waits for tables, expensive drinks, and mediocre food are just the start! Let Outer Banks Boil Co. solve your dining dilemma with our unique approach! Choose either our at-home catering or one of our pots to-go. Maximize your beach time and enjoy a meal and experience you won't soon forget! Outer Banks Boil Company offers an alternative to the traditional restaurant experience. Our highly acclaimed Traditional Coastal Boils are available catered at your location or in our convenient and easy Best Pot To-Go.   What is a boil?   Jumbo Shrimp, spicy andouille sausage, red bliss potatoes, corn on the cob and sweet Vidalia onions are layered, seasoned ( with our own special blend) to perfection and expertly cooked together. Served with our homemade cocktail sauce the Outer Banks Boil Company has been dubbed the "Best Pot on the Beach". We pride ourselves on providing quality, fresh and when available, local ingredients. Our spicy andouille sausage is shipped up from Louisiana (for that true low-country boil taste), Want to take it up a notch? You can add seafood such as snow crab legs, clams, mussels and lobster tails!   You Steam (takeout) Our BEST POT TO-GO provides you with the opportunity to experience our acclaimed Coastal Low Country Boil without the full-service catering.  Succulent Jumbo Shrimp, spicy andouille sausage, fresh sweet corn, buttery red bliss potatoes, all layered, seasoned to perfection and ready to steam. Snow crab? Lobster Tails? Clams? Mussels? Yes Please!!!!!   So easy! Just add liquid (water, beer, white wine) and place on your stovetop and let the magic happen. That’s it! Nothing complicated about it, just steam, serve and enjoy “the Best Pot on the Beach”! Oh, and by the way…cleanup’s a breeze!   CALL ahead and we can have your pot ready to go when you arrive, or stop in, place your order and we’ll put your pot together while you wait. For groups 10+, ask us about our “We Steam” catered service.

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 seafood boil options and southern fare to easily enjoy at the vacation rental home, with no preparation or extra effort required.

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 blended both businesses that were once separately side-by-side with a tasteful, modern décor, which she enhances by hosting monthly shows featuring works by local artists.Along with other additions, the new restaurant features an Outer Banks exclusive fresh juice bar. You can start or end your day in the healthiest way possible by enjoying any number of combinations of nutritious and energizing fresh fruit, vegetable or combination drinks, along with smoothies and specialty coffees. Baked goods, snacks and sandwiches will continue to be available as well.Seaside Gourmet’s delicious meals are as great as ever and can now be enjoyed inside on the premises, as well as to go. The Gourmet prepares its meals using only local seafood and all the locally grown and organic produce that’s available. Along with fresh seafood entrees, blackened or herb-seared, they now offer a marinated chicken special, along with their yummy grilled or stir-fried veggies, complemented by their special secret seasoning recipes. As before, there are several outstanding vegetarian selections, including Gourmet’s one-of-a-kind havarti-stuffed risotto cakes.With a style they call “elegant simplicity” the Gourmet also offers individualized menus for weddings and other special events.The Gourmet serves lunch and dinner, with bagels, wraps and salads from 3 - 4 pm, and the coffee and juice bar is open at 7 a.m.

Papa John’s Pizza serves fresh, delicious pizza made just the way you like it. Piled with toppings and loaded with cheese, Papa John’s is a familar favorite for pizza delivery and takeout no matter where you live. 

One of the newer restaurants to take the northern Outer Banks by storm, Pete’s Pour house serves burgers, fries, fresh seafood, salads and many of the comfort foods that are easily washed down by an ice cold beer. The wings at Pete’s Pour House are not to be missed!

Enjoy a little something different on your next Outer Banks vacation with a stop at Pok's Art. This Kitty Hawk eatery that’s located along the Beach Bypass offers Asian fusion fare with a world of flavors and a number of unique menu items to enjoy at the small OBX restaurant, or on the good.

Offering full lunch and dinner menus with American and seafood fare and cocktails. Voted best deck dining on the beach. Relaxed and family friendly atmosphere. The spectacular view from Rundown Café’s newly renovated upstairs Hula bar deck is unrivaled on the beach. The restaurant offers seating on the deck, as well as more intimate seating inside either the upstairs bar or more family oriented downstairs dining room.  

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 casual destination for visitors of all interests, from folks who want to dive into a big breakfast or lunch, to patrons who want to catch the big game and enjoy a cold drink with this tavern’s seven big screen TVs, and extensive local and regional wine and beer selections.

Chinese food or sushi? Why not have both? Asian Bistro, Chinese Cuisine & Sushi Bar is a large restaurant offering all of your favorite Asian eats including sushi rolls, sushi or shashime, fried rice, noodles and much more vegetable, chicken, pork, beef and seafood dishes. There’s something for everyone at this nicely decorated establishment that offers a more upscale feel.

Out on the golf course and need a quick bite to eat? Seascape Bar and Grill offers a great menu at reasonable prices for any amateur or pro golfer on the turn. The bar and grill serves both breakfast and lunch everyday of the week. 

Enjoy an easy-going breakfast or lunch on the go with a stop at this casual eatery and takeout destination that’s conveniently located in a small shopping center in the heart of Kitty Hawk. Sharky's OBX Grill is a great spot for a filling meal in between beach trips or Outer Banks explorations, with a short but sweet menu that offers a little something for everyone in a hungry crowd.

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 and inviting, Shipwrecks Taphouse & Grill is a fun spot for a big and filling meal, as well as a casual destination to enjoy a cold drink and cap off another great day of enjoying the Outer Banks.

Shin Xing Chinese Restaurant has been serving the Outer Banks of North Carolina, more specifically, Southern Shores since for over 20 years. During their time of business, they are proud to have served locals and vacationers alike. Shin Xing Chinese Restaurant  is conveniently located at milepost 1 in The Marketplace.In addition to Chinese cuisine, Shun Xing Chinese Restaurant offers Szechuan, Hunan and Cantonese Style dishes. Sink your teeth into tasty dishes with chicken, pork, beef and seafood. Vegan options are also available. Party platters, appetizers, Chefs Specialties, combo plates, ‘diet’ dishes and lunch specials are on the menu for your dining pleasure. Visa, Mastercard and cash are accepted as form of payment. The Marketplace will be the first major shopping area you will see after crossing the Wright Memorial Bridge. Here you will find a major grocery store, a real estate company, a store that offers everything for a $1, a pharmacy, shipping store, specialty doctors, a pizzeria, a mattress provider, a coffee shop, a bagel shop, a dry cleaner, a hair salon, an urgent care facility, a frozen custard shop and a numerous banks.

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 you’re ready to eat, you’ll love Stack’em High Pancakes’ fast service. You place your order at the counter as you walk in, and then get seated by wait staff, who will bring your food out to you.

Starbucks Coffee offers custom, made-to-order hot and cold beverages including coffee, Tazo tea and fruit juices as well as fresh, high-quality lunch and snack items and a delicious assortment of pastries. 

When you need a fresh and custom sub sandwich your way, you can always rely on Subway. With more than 34,000 locations around the world, you no doubt have experienced this successful fast food chain and no why it’s so popular. Quality food at a great price is what customer s have come to expect from this sandwich chain.

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 Outer Banks restaurateur Tommy Karole. Featuring upscale spins on a range of classic southern dishes, and taking inspiration from the coastal waters of the Outer Banks, this restaurant with an ever-changing menu is sure to appease foodies who love comfort food with an elevated twist.

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 day at the beach. Featuring a hearty menu that has plenty of seafood and local specialties, as well as a fun atmosphere with plenty of brews on tap, Two Roads Tavern is a hang-out spot that everyone in the crew can easily enjoy.

For authentic and traditional Thai fare with an Outer Banks twist, head to one of Kitty Hawk’s newest destinations for unique and flavorful cuisine, Vilai's Thai Kitchen. This charming eatery that’s just a shell’s throw away from the Hilton Garden Inn and the Kitty Hawk Pier offers a wide variety of traditional Thai dishes that can cater to any hungry crew, from couples to big groups and parties.