The North Carolina Coast Restaurants
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1. Blue Moon Beach Grill
$$$ | |“Once in a blue moon, you have to taste life on a sandbar," says the sign over the bar at this small, quirky, and locally popular restaurant set in a small strip center. The generously portioned fresh seafood and Southern comfort food, lively vibe, friendly bartenders, and an open kitchen make first-timers feel at home and keep regulars returning. There's no ocean view, but it won't matter when you bite into a mahi taco or perfect fillet of flounder. Try the Truckstop, panfried pork loin with potatoes and gravy. This is one of the few OBX restaurants open every day, all year long.
4104 S. Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, North Carolina, 27959, USA252-261–2583Known For
- Chef-driven, moderately priced seafood
- Fun, local bar scene
- Authentic, not tourist-driven vibe
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2. Breakwater
$$$ | |Perched atop Oden's Dock with views across the sound, this midpriced, seafood-oriented spot serves broiled and fried shrimp and fish, and plenty of specialty entrées like Cajun scallop tortellini and veggie options like coconut-curry stir-fry. The dining room is a bit small, but waiting for a table in comfortable chairs on the deck overlooking Pamlico Sound is not a chore.
57878 NC 12, Hatteras Village, North Carolina, 27943, USA252-986–2733Known For
- Crab-stuffed flounder
- Live acoustic music
- Stunning sunset views
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues., Credit cards accepted, Reservations not accepted -
3. City Kitchen
$$$ | |At an otherwise working marina, this small-plates restaurant and cocktail bar offers a touch of upscale class with its excellent water views. The rotating "Littles" menu is globally inspired and full of flavor, while the "Bigs" are heartier, meatier choices for dinner. A seasonal tiki bar operates on the outdoor deck that's perfect for sunsets.
114 A Town Creek Dr., Beaufort, North Carolina, USA252-648–8141Known For
- Small menu with a diverse selection
- Sticky-toffee pudding
- Sophisticated but local vibes
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4. Hatteras Sol Waterside Grill
$$$ | |The Widespread Panic concert posters lining the walls are the first clue that this isn't the usual waterfront seafood spot; the next is the quality of the non-seafood options, like a strawberry and arugula salad, or the spicy margherita flatbread pizza. Of course, the ocean's bounty is well represented, from seafood corn chowder to a creamy shrimp carbonara.
58646 NC 12, Hatteras Village, North Carolina, 27943, USA252-986--1414Known For
- Upscale food with a laid-back vibe
- Sunset views across the sound
- Creative approach to fresh seafood
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5. Oceanas Bistro
$$$ | |Open year-round for lunch and dinner (seasonally for breakfast), this long-established and popular roadside restaurant is a great spot to get local seafood and a variety of other dishes at moderate prices. Daily specials range from prime rib to tacos and grillers, a cross between a pizza and a quesadilla that's topped with tuna, crab, chicken, or veggies. The bistro has a full bar and a good selection of local beers to wash it all down with.
40774 NC 12, Avon, North Carolina, 27915, USA252-995–4991Known For
- Well-prepared seafood and other dishes
- Moderate prices
- Tuna, crab, or chicken grillers
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6. Oceanic
$$$ | |At Crystal Pier, this casual fine-dining destination lets you indulge in entrées like crab-stuffed salmon or a platter of Calabash seafood while sitting directly over the sand and surf. Sunday brunch—when specialties like crab and wild mushroom hash make their appearance—is particularly popular.
703 S. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina, 28480, USA910-256--5551Known For
- Carolina crab dip
- Upscale but reasonably priced seafood
- Stunning location with outdoor seating directly on the ocean
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7. Outer Banks Brewing Station
$$$ | |Craft beer rules at this wind turbine--powered brewery and British Isles--style pub. Upscale pub fare complements the beer—opt for seared local tuna atop a garden salad or noodle bowl, or go for a bratwurst sausage plate. Cooper accents, lots of wood, and fun, retro touches (a Superman doll denotes the men's room; Wonder Woman, the ladies' room) characterize this huge white building, modeled after a turn-of-the-19th-century lifesaving station. Regularly scheduled live music adds to the festive atmosphere.
600 S. Croatan Hwy. (U.S. 158, MM 8.5), Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina, 27948, USA252-449–2739Known For
- The bison, elk, pork, and Wagyu beef combo Beast Burger
- Full bands inside and singer-songwriters outside
- Big backyard with picnic tables
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8. Persimmons
$$$ | |New Bern's only waterfront restaurant doesn't rely on geography to impress—the craft cocktails, seared scallops, and entrées like salmon and local littleneck clams over angel-hair pasta taste even better when you're seated directly over the water, but this inspired menu is a win even without the stunning views.
100 Pollock St., New Bern, North Carolina, 28560, USA252-514--0033Known For
- Rich tomato pie
- Live music on the waterfront deck
- Inspired takes on the local catch
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9. Sam and Omie's
$$$ | |Named after two fishermen, father and son, this no-nonsense shack opened in 1937 and is one of the Outer Banks' oldest restaurants. Fishing photos hang between mounted catches on the walls, and classic country music twangs in the background. Locals flock here, especially for breakfast or a lunch of Hatteras-style clear clam chowder and fried seafood.
7228 S. Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, North Carolina, 27959, USA252-441–7366Known For
- Big breakfasts
- Local-style steamed and fried seafood
- Oysters lauded as the best on the beach
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10. The Chelsea
$$$ | |In the former drugstore of the pharmacist who invented Pepsi-Cola, this tile-floored, light-filled corner café is a magnet for visitors and local businesspeople wanting a quick sandwich or large salad for lunch. In the evening the Chelsea is more upscale, with entrées in the upstairs dining rooms (there's an elevator) including shrimp and grits and a candied-bacon rib eye. The bar is well stocked, as are the Pepsi products, the nonalcoholic drinks of choice in New Bern.
335 Middle St., New Bern, North Carolina, 28560, USA252-637–5469Known For
- Sandwiches, crab cakes, and lighter fare for lunch
- Fine dining for dinner
- Pleasant, historic dining room
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun., Credit cards accepted
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