2025 Restaurants Guide

The SaltBox Cafe is a charming cottage-style restaurant in the heart of the beautiful Colington island (est. 2014). Come on in and meet Chefs/Owners, Randolph & Amanda Sprinkle, as they prepare for you an array of tasty eats featuring local seafood, fresh meats and produce. Enjoy Sunday Brunch, Lunch & Dinner. Open 6 days a week! *Closed on Tuesdays*

Visitors can cool off after a long walk through the village with a stop at The Slushy Stand, which is one of Ocracoke Island’s favorite destinations for frozen treats and refreshing drinks of all varieties. Featuring a wide array of ice creams, slushies, coffee drinks, and even a selection of breakfast items, The Slushy Stand is the perfect destination to refuel before or after an active Ocracoke Island adventure.

The Village Table & Tavern serves up crave-worthy fare, delightful drinks, and down-home hospitality to visitors and locals year-round on the shores of the Currituck Sound in Duck, NC. We believe that the best dining experience is always about more than just the food. While we serve creative dishes crafted from fresh, regional ingredients, we believe it’s stellar hospitality and welcoming spaces that set the scene for the most memorable meals. And that’s just what you’ll find at The Village – inspired food and drink served with a side of southern hospitality in an inviting space with the beautiful Currituck Sound as a backdrop. Conveniently located just north of the town of Duck, The Village Table & Tavern is the perfect spot to enjoy a bite to eat, a cocktail, and seasonal live music. We look forward to welcoming you to our table soon!  

Located on the edge of the Hatteras / Ocracoke ferry docks, The Wreck is a popular Hatteras village spot for a quick bite before the ferry ride, a casual meal after an Ocracoke exploration, or just an evening out with an incredible view. Featuring a well-rounded menu as well as a wide range of drinks and seasonal live music, The Wreck is a fine destination to sit back, relax, and enjoy the relaxed pace of Hatteras Island living.

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 serene Currituck Sound, this upscale restaurant delivers unforgettable sunsets alongside seasonal, chef-driven cuisine.

Tomato Patch Pizzeria and Bar Welcome! We’re a family style restaurant that welcomes visitors to the Outer Banks with a friendly staff, great food and a warm atmosphere. Family owned and operated since 1993, we offer Greek style pizza, pastas, subs, wraps, salads and seafood. Try one of our specialties, like Zorba the Greek Pizza, Gyros, Greek Salad or our Corolla Seafood Pasta. Don’t miss our new Buffalo Chicken Wrap, Gluten Free Pizza and Pasta, or Linda’s delicious Crabcakes. Lasagna, meatballs, and pizzas are all homemade daily and delicious. Our bar is always casual and offers great drink specials and lots of wine and beer and large screen TVs to view your favorite game. With over 120 seats available, large parties are no problem. Can’t dine in? We always welcome Carry Out. In fact, if you’re ordering “To go”, order 5 large pizzas and receive 1 large free cheese. (Take out only, one coupon per order) Come on in and see us.  We'd love to have you!

A specialty gourmet market and wine shop with plenty of surprises!

Settle in for a coffee and a delicious breakfast before hitting the town of Duck’s attractions and shops with a visit to this destination that’s a tasty spot for both visitors on site, and on the go. Treehouse Coffee Co. features an array of brews for coffee fans as well as a full breakfast menu, making it an ideal destination to start a busy day in Duck.

With a mission to provide a meal made with fresh, natural and premium ingredients, the eatery offers a range of interesting and delicious gourmet salads, bistro sandwiches, grilled flatbreads and toasted wraps, all made with a flair for international flavors.

Pastries, cakes, and pies, oh my! At Tullio's Bakery located in Loblolly Pines Shopping Center in Duck, NC, "tasty" is their business! The award-winning bakery has an abundance of baked goods, each lovingly made from scratch for even the most discriminate of palates. You are bound to find something you adore within this saccharin wonderland. Owner Tom Amoruso works his magic in the kitchen as the affable, attentive staff take care of your every need. The only problem you will encounter in this bakery is deciding what you want! Tullio's has gained nationwide recognition by being featured on the Food Network, and specializes in turning out freshly baked breads, cakes, cookies, cupcakes, donuts, cheesecakes, desserts, and custom wedding cakes.

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.

Food, creativity and coffee at this delicious stop.

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 a fun destination for drinks, dinner, and conversation, and the inviting setting with waterfront views makes it a great place to relax, feast, and recap the adventures of the day.

Northern Outer Banks visitors can enjoy an ever-changing variety of farm-to-table fare at this New American eatery that has a stellar menu and plenty of flavors to go around. Urban Kitchen brings a hefty portion of creative cuisine to the Outer Banks with a unique and tempting menu where the fresh ingredients and unique culinary preparations are the stars of every dining experience.

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.

Viva Mexican Grill offers reasonably-priced food prepared on a grill as you wait. It’s almost as fast as fast food, but a lot fresher.  Plus, the atmosphere is pleasant and relaxed, with friendly staff.  Located off the Bypass at Milepost 10.5 next to Dunkin’ Donuts in Nags Head, it’s easy to duck in here to pick up something healthy and tasty when you don’t feel like cooking. Options include burritos with chicken, steak, fish, beans or vegetables; quesadillas with chicken, steak , black beans or veggies; taco salads; tacos with chicken, ground beef, shrimp or fish; or chimichangas with chicken or steak;  nachos with black beans;  or chicken enchiladas. There are also kids’ meals, beer and soft drinks available.  Food can be eaten in the roomy dining area with booths, or it’s available for take-out. 

Watermen’s Bar & Grill boasts a “unique indoor/outdoor design” with spectacular waterfront views and a friendly staff - and “the best coffee, beers and mixed drinks on the Outer Banks.” This includes an exclusive Rum Bar with rums and rum drinks from around the world.It’s also gotten great online reviews for its dishes, which the grill promises to be freshly prepared. Along with a huge list of coffee and drinks, the menu offers a light, healthy breakfast selection, sandwiches, wraps and Mexican foods for lunch, and lots of seafood entrees and appetizers for dinner. The menu includes deserts, weekly specials and a kids‘ favorites.Featured also are wide screen TVs, internet and live music on the deck several nights during the season, along with other special, family-friendly music events like the Sky Blue Summer Concert Series, which features a week of local and national musicians.An interesting note about the restaurant’s décor is that its wood is salvaged from the original 1921 Coney Island Boardwalk in Brooklyn, New York.At Watermen’s Bar & Grill, you can get your food to go, linger long indoors or go out on the deck and enjoy great sunset views and kiteboarding activity on the sound as you sip one of Watermen’s special drinks. The restaurant is open year-round except for one month off during the winter.

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 Market & Deli. This small shop and eatery features a wealth of goodies to explore, from one of the largest beer and wine selections on northern Hatteras Island to a collection of gourmet sandwiches, burgers, and other fresh fare to go, making it a one-stop shop for visitors with exceptional taste.

30 YEARS IN THE MAKING. Since the beginning, the Weeping Radish has brewed beer according to the Bavarian Reinheitsgebot Purity Law of 1516 which states that beer must be brewed using only four ingredients: Hops, Malt, Yeast and Water. No additives, chemicals or preservatives may be used. Uli Bennewitz came to North Carolina in the early-1980s and decided to open a microbrewery similar to the ones he’d left behind in Bavaria.

Wendy’s is an American favorite when it comes to fast food restaurant chains, offering fresh, made-to-order hamburgers and other sandwiches, salads, side items and desserts.

Established in 1976 in Nags Head, Yellow Submarine was the first eatery on the Outer Banks to offer oven-baked subs. Since then, the menu has expanded considerably to include hand-tossed pizza with fresh sauce and Philly or chicken cheesesteaks. Pizzas range from veggie to classic white, Greek, Buffalo chicken, Meat Monster and Hawaiian White. Various flavored of wings offered. Deli subs made with fresh Boars Head meats & cheeses. Located at Outer Banks Mall at Milepost 14 off the Bypass, this comfortable restaurant also offers Caesar, Greek, Buffalo Chicken and Chef salads, numerous snacks and draft beer. Want something sweet? Have some N.Y. style cheesecake. Kids menu, for dine-in only, includes chicken tenders and pizza. Delivery is available between Mileposts 10 and 21 with a minimum order of $15. 

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Donutz on a Stick

Stay, Play and Eat- Donuts, Ice Cream & Coffee Treats! Located on the Duck Boardwalk, behind Dockside Seafood, this breakfast & Dessert-Shop features treats you've never tasted before! Try the hot, made to order, donutz on a stick with more than 35 toppings! They'll melt in your mouth! Or try the Gluten-Free Donuts; limited quantities, daily. Plus, try any or all of the 9 flavors of homemade tastefully twisted soft serve. Frozen yogurt, sorbets, sherbet, hand dipped and homemade ice cream flavors.   Unique coffees, sodas and espresso that will satisfy the whole family. Mix-and-match nostalgic candies and much more. Bring the carnival to your mouth and eat it like nobody’s watchin’! Donutz-On-A-Stick- where visual stimulation meets taste bud overload!   Carnival Treats at the Beach—With Flavorful Creations and Allergy-Friendly Options, Donutz on a Stick Serves Up Sweet Treats for Everyone   David and Stephanie were not always in the business of carnival confections. In fact, Stephanie was a fitness instructor and David worked in the computer field. But he loved donuts and she loved ice cream, and when they saw an opportunity to bring their favorite treats to beachgoers, they jumped on it.   In 2014, the couple opened their first Donutz on a Stick—a family-run, family-friendly dessert shop on the boardwalk. They quickly realized that in order to serve everyone, they would need to get creative. “We had a family who would come in, and one of the little boys would have to wait by the door because of his gluten allergy,” David says. “That didn’t sit well with us. We wanted everyone to come under the same roof no matter what kind of allergies they had. And we continue to work towards that goal.”   The Williams’ daughter Desireé spent six weeks experimenting until she created a gluten-free donut that was totally safe and delicious. Gluten-free donuts are now a huge part of the business, with more than 1,000 being served each day, just out of the Duck location. But you will want to call or stop by to reserve them in advance.   The Williams’ other three children, David, Justin and Christian, have all invented menu items as well, such as Christian’s donut milkshake, which features hot and fresh cooked donuts blended into a milkshake with another donut on top making it picture perfect.   While all the Williams have created menu items, the most popular pick—the donut sundae—was actually a happy accident.   “We were being featured in a local magazine and we could only have one photo for the article,” David says. Since both ice cream and donuts were equally popular, “we built the donut sundae for the photo and we discovered after the photoshoot that it tasted amazing. It was completely serendipitous.”   The Williams family is constantly creating and improving upon their recipes. At the heart of it all is a desire to see everyone come in and enjoy an experience together. They want to bring the carnival to your mouth.   “No matter how busy we are—even if there’s a line down the boardwalk—every customer gets that engagement and service from us,” they say.   The family has since opened a second location in the Hampton Roads, Virginia area.