2025 Restaurants Guide

An Italian and American restaurant with a huge recreation room including pool tables. 

A shop full of souvenirs, food, clothing with special services, too.

A pleasant, casual cafe with two locations offering seafood, sandwiches, salads, and coffee and frozen drinks.

Enjoy a sumptuous morning or afternoon of fresh goodies, beautiful jewelry, and plenty of happy crafting at this enticing shop that offers an array of ways to have fun. Beads & Beans OBX is the ultimate destination for good coffee drinks, baked...

Saddle up to a huge burger or a hearty sandwich with a visit to Hatteras Island’s Bros Sandwich Shack. Located in the central town of Avon, this casual burger joint has a polished atmosphere and plenty of filling fare to satisfy any burger or...

Traditional Chinese food including buffet and a special lunch menu.

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 staples and fresh seafood dishes...

Dairy Queen, endearlingly called “DQ” by fans, is a soft serve ice cream and restaurant chain serving tasty eats, treats and beverages. 

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 the menu are duck, steak and...

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 recently opened in Panama City, Fla...

A year-round restaurant, bar and gift shop.

Casual Italian eatery with delicious choices. 

Bakery, breakfast and pizza dinners at a Hateras Island mainstay. 

At Good Winds Restaurant, we proudly serve tasty and inventive beach cuisine, fresh-caught local seafood, and the widest selection of wine and regional craft beer and in the Tri-Villages. Located above Kitty Hawk Kites on the second floor of the...

  Enjoy cool sweets and treats at Happy Belly!

A marina, accomodations, deli and gift store wrapped up in one. 

Located on the southern edge of Hatteras Island, and surrounded by water in multiple directions, Hatteras Sol is an ideal destination for a romantic evening out with a steller view of the Pamlico Sound. Serving a variety of classic Hatteras dishes...

The Inn on Pamlico Sound is a full body experience. They offer the services of a European boutique hotel, the amenities of a small resort, and the comfort and charm of a North Carolina coastal bed and breakfast. What this translates as is waterfront...

From an easy snack before a morning beach walk, to a sumptuous and casual lunch in between area explorations, Kat’s Deli has a little something for visitors and locals of all tastes. Located on the northern end of Hatteras Village, this...

Great dining prepared by an experienced chef with paired beverages to match. 

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...

Unwind after a long day at the beach with a little entertainment, an ice cold drink, or even a bit of uniquely delicious fare with a trip to one of Buxton’s best kept local secrets, the Lighthouse Sports Bar. Situated in a small building...

A traditional seafood restaurant that also serves steak and chicken dishes.

Indulge in an array of delicious baked goods, sandwiches, and other culinary delights with a stop at Hatteras Island’s own Muffins and Scones. Located in the heart of Avon, this unique bakery and coffee shop is a delicious destination for a...

Oceana’s serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily year round in Avon on Hattersas Island. For breakfast they offer Southern favorites such as sausage biscuits and gravy and chicken biscuits. Dive into tasty French toast or Belgian waffles, and...

A sweet choice for breakfast foods!  

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...

Located in southern Hatteras Island, Pamlico Deli is one of the Outer Banks’ newest and most acclaimed spots for an easy lunch, a collection of freshly prepared meals and goodies, and fun events that everyone in the crew will adore. Hosting...

From hearty lunches to happy hour drink specials on craft brews, Pangea Tavern truly has a little something for everyone. Located in the heart of Avon and adjacent to the Avon Fishing Pier, this cool tavern and restaurant has a varied menu that uses...

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. While the views alone will allure...

Located in the heart of Buxton on Hatteras Island, Reel Swirly is a sweet little spot that’s big on flavor and fun. This locally loved frozen yogurt and dessert shop is the perfect place to cool off and treat yourself after a sunny day at the...

Tucked away in the heart of Buxton on Hatteras Island, Roots & Leaves is a local coffee, donuts, and bagels food truck that celebrates nourishing, wholesome food with a local twist. This charming, plant-forward eatery is all about fresh...

Rusty’s Surf & Turf Outer Banks restaurant brings the bold flavors of the tropics to Hatteras Island. Owner Rusty Midgett left the island and honed his restaurant and kitchen skills in some of Philadelphia’s best restaurants with top...

Treat yourself to a sumptuous way to start the day – or grab a quick dessert to enjoy on the ferry - with a visit to the colorful, charming, and ultimately delicious Scratchmade Snackery. Located in the heart of Hatteras village and serving a...

Whether you need a little morning fuel for a full day of fishing on the Avon Pier, or just want a tasty and convenient lunch in between beach trips, Stu’s Food Truck in Avon has the ideal locale and a tempting menu to satisfy your cravings...

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...

Visitors can indulge in a little Latin flavor without the wait with a visit to the tri-villages’ newest destination for authentic Latin American food, Taqueria Las Ahumaderas. Located in the heart of Rodanthe and stationed next to the Highway...

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, Tavern on 12 is a great...

Fragrant and delicious coffee  and goodies are found here!

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...

Food, creativity and coffee at this delicious stop.

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...

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...