Our Guide to the Outer Banks
LOCAL & LAID BACK
Local hot spots from restaurants and bars to quick eats & take out. These are all locally owned & locally operated establishments & we hope you'll support them during your visit! These are spots where you’ll see year-round locals working & frequenting.
Duh, we’re right downstairs, it’s the whole reason you’re here right?! We open at 9 AM, come grab a smoothie or delicious açai bowl made fresh to order or a yummy iced cold brew coffee to get you going! (We buy our freshly roasted coffee from Ashley’s next door!) We also have a great selection of vintage and new clothing and lots of locally made items to take home to your friends and family!
54 moradores locais recomendam
Mom's Sweet Shop
3213 N Croatan HwyDuh, we’re right downstairs, it’s the whole reason you’re here right?! We open at 9 AM, come grab a smoothie or delicious açai bowl made fresh to order or a yummy iced cold brew coffee to get you going! (We buy our freshly roasted coffee from Ashley’s next door!) We also have a great selection of vintage and new clothing and lots of locally made items to take home to your friends and family!
Excellent tacos, burritos, margaritas. Chef Rob & Chef Matt come up with delicious daily & seasonal specials!
128 moradores locais recomendam
Bad Bean Baja Grill
4146 N Croatan HwyExcellent tacos, burritos, margaritas. Chef Rob & Chef Matt come up with delicious daily & seasonal specials!
Ashely’s is right next door, you can walk here in 60 seconds! Pop over for your morning latte or to grab a craft beer or wine from the cooler! Open 6am to 6pm year round.
103 moradores locais recomendam
Ashley’s Espresso Parlour & All-Time Roasting Co.
100 E Helga StAshely’s is right next door, you can walk here in 60 seconds! Pop over for your morning latte or to grab a craft beer or wine from the cooler! Open 6am to 6pm year round.
Walking distance! Just a block or two away- can grab a drink (or three) and walk home! Huge craft burgers, Yummy southern appetizers like fried pickles and green beans, plus their chicken brine sandwich is insane!! Top notch oysters and bourbon selection if that’s more your thing.
45 moradores locais recomendam
Two Roads Tavern
3105 N Croatan HwyWalking distance! Just a block or two away- can grab a drink (or three) and walk home! Huge craft burgers, Yummy southern appetizers like fried pickles and green beans, plus their chicken brine sandwich is insane!! Top notch oysters and bourbon selection if that’s more your thing.
Best breakfast!! (Art’s is small and will be packed!) Great burgers. Ocean view bar & deck...Monday night jazz. They stay current on their Instagram, check them out there for events and specials! And absolute hands-down, local favorite hot spot.
161 moradores locais recomendam
Art's Place
4624 N Virginia Dare TrailBest breakfast!! (Art’s is small and will be packed!) Great burgers. Ocean view bar & deck...Monday night jazz. They stay current on their Instagram, check them out there for events and specials! And absolute hands-down, local favorite hot spot.
Don’t miss this out of the way restaurant you’ll return to year after year! Locally owned & operated. Hands down best & freshest seafood right off the dock!
58 moradores locais recomendam
O'Neal's Sea Harvest
618 Harbor RdDon’t miss this out of the way restaurant you’ll return to year after year! Locally owned & operated. Hands down best & freshest seafood right off the dock!
Easier to get in to Tortugas during the off-season, if you are going during the summer months plan to go early, like 4:30 or 5 PM! (Or plan to wait!) Tortugas is small but mighty! Local seafood!
153 moradores locais recomendam
Tortugas Lie
3016 S Virginia Dare TrailEasier to get in to Tortugas during the off-season, if you are going during the summer months plan to go early, like 4:30 or 5 PM! (Or plan to wait!) Tortugas is small but mighty! Local seafood!
Good classic burger. Nothing more, nothing less. Fun to eat out in the open ocean air! Located right across from Jennette’s pier!
Dune Burger
7304 S Virginia Dare TrailGood classic burger. Nothing more, nothing less. Fun to eat out in the open ocean air! Located right across from Jennette’s pier!
Pretty sure the same people have been working here for the last 30 years… Friendly staff, diner style food, breakfast, fried standards, etc.
73 moradores locais recomendam
Sam & Omie's
7228 S Virginia Dare TrailPretty sure the same people have been working here for the last 30 years… Friendly staff, diner style food, breakfast, fried standards, etc.
Good selection of vegan & vegetarian foods (some items require you to specify). One of the best Delivery & takeout options on the beach! We order form here a bunch so you may need to let them know you're staying upstairs from Mom's.
11 moradores locais recomendam
South Beach Takeout, Catering, & Delivery
4104 S Virginia Dare TrailGood selection of vegan & vegetarian foods (some items require you to specify). One of the best Delivery & takeout options on the beach! We order form here a bunch so you may need to let them know you're staying upstairs from Mom's.
Nothing fancy here, just a good ol' hot dog and some cheese fries. (The Chicago dog is a perennial favorite but I go for the Surf Doggy aka bacon dog!). Fast- even when the line is out the door- cheap, and they have outdoor seating!
24 moradores locais recomendam
Capt'n Franks
3800 N Croatan HwyNothing fancy here, just a good ol' hot dog and some cheese fries. (The Chicago dog is a perennial favorite but I go for the Surf Doggy aka bacon dog!). Fast- even when the line is out the door- cheap, and they have outdoor seating!
Excellent seafood, vegan & vegetarian options. Low key spot, locally owned & operated by a sweet family.
34 moradores locais recomendam
Woo Casa Kitchen
4900 S Croatan HwyExcellent seafood, vegan & vegetarian options. Low key spot, locally owned & operated by a sweet family.
One of our favorite things to do is fill a cooler with snacks and drinks from Cahoons and then head to the southern beaches for the day! They also have a deli where they make subs & sandwiches.
12 moradores locais recomendam
Cahoons Market and Cottage
7213 S Virginia Dare TrailOne of our favorite things to do is fill a cooler with snacks and drinks from Cahoons and then head to the southern beaches for the day! They also have a deli where they make subs & sandwiches.
Recently opened by seasoned chef's & locals. Laid back & low-key lunch & grab-to-go meals. Haven't had a chance to try personally, but have heard nothing but great reviews!
55 moradores locais recomendam
Greentails Seafood Market And Kitchen
3022 S Croatan HwyRecently opened by seasoned chef's & locals. Laid back & low-key lunch & grab-to-go meals. Haven't had a chance to try personally, but have heard nothing but great reviews!
A wine & cheese bar with good salads and sandwiches plus small plate fare. Great staff. Nightly music on occasion. A mostly mature business crowd rather than college aged heavy drinkers. We love their take on a Caesar salad!
179 moradores locais recomendam
TRIO Restaurant & Market
3708 N Croatan HwyA wine & cheese bar with good salads and sandwiches plus small plate fare. Great staff. Nightly music on occasion. A mostly mature business crowd rather than college aged heavy drinkers. We love their take on a Caesar salad!
Big ol' sandwiches of all sorts. Very good LO & LO eatery. They also deliver!
53 moradores locais recomendam
Country Deli
1900 S Croatan HwyBig ol' sandwiches of all sorts. Very good LO & LO eatery. They also deliver!
A local icon. Get the Dolphin boat, it's what they're known for (burgers aren't bad either, but you're here for the vibe, the experience & the beach). If they have fried okra and that's yo' thing, give it a try! Many people love it, I'm not one of them LOL. Skip the milkshakes and get those from us! We don't love the amount of styrofoam used here. But they're good LO & LO people, so check them out! (walking distance)
89 moradores locais recomendam
John's Drive In (Open for 2019 season!)
3716 N Virginia Dare TrailA local icon. Get the Dolphin boat, it's what they're known for (burgers aren't bad either, but you're here for the vibe, the experience & the beach). If they have fried okra and that's yo' thing, give it a try! Many people love it, I'm not one of them LOL. Skip the milkshakes and get those from us! We don't love the amount of styrofoam used here. But they're good LO & LO people, so check them out! (walking distance)
Food Dudes Kitchen
1216 S Virginia Dare TrailGreat food & family (locally) owned!
Visit them in their brand new location for the 2023 season!
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Blue Moon Beach Grill
102 S Virginia Dare TrailVisit them in their brand new location for the 2023 season!
a must-hit when you're on the Outer Banks!
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Surfin' Spoon Frozen Yogurt Bar
3408 South Virginia Dare Traila must-hit when you're on the Outer Banks!
BREAKFAST
With the exception of Duck Donuts, these are also locally owned & operated establishments. Most of the places we share in our guidebooks are, with the exception of only a few. Several of these places also serve lunch & dinner, so make sure to view their full menu. Henry’s is closest spot for a diner style breakfast.
One of our favorites, a local hot spot! Great sandwiches & coffee plus a good beer & wine selection. Hit them up for breakfast or lunch! One of our favorite daytime spots! I get the Bud bagel and Derik usually gets the Chuck sandwich. Yum!
88 moradores locais recomendam
Waveriders Coffee & Deli
3022 S Croatan HwyOne of our favorites, a local hot spot! Great sandwiches & coffee plus a good beer & wine selection. Hit them up for breakfast or lunch! One of our favorite daytime spots! I get the Bud bagel and Derik usually gets the Chuck sandwich. Yum!
Breakfast in walking distance! Nothing to brag about but we love their “captains” breakfast… With eggs, your choice of meat, a couple pancakes, choice of grits or country hash browns or baked apples…A basic, filling breakfast to get your day rolling. Lots of locals!! Very inexpensive.
65 moradores locais recomendam
Henry's Restaurant
3396 N Croatan HwyBreakfast in walking distance! Nothing to brag about but we love their “captains” breakfast… With eggs, your choice of meat, a couple pancakes, choice of grits or country hash browns or baked apples…A basic, filling breakfast to get your day rolling. Lots of locals!! Very inexpensive.
Duck Donuts
1190 Duck Rd Be patient, the line goes quickly.
Good place to grab breakfast. Nothing fancy, just a great view and a lot of old salts & locals. Also a good place to grab a beer in the evening. A happy hour hot spot for local & visitor alike
21 moradores locais recomendam
Pier House Restaurant
3335 S Virginia Dare TrailGood place to grab breakfast. Nothing fancy, just a great view and a lot of old salts & locals. Also a good place to grab a beer in the evening. A happy hour hot spot for local & visitor alike
The Dunes Restaurant
7013 S Croatan HwyBreakfast buffet!!
Breakfast burritos & sammies, plus good lunch options. A small place but can eat outdoors or do takeout. Park across the street at the beach access if their tiny parking lot is full. Good local establishment we love to support. The French dip is bomb and so are their seasoned (Old Bay) fries!
24 moradores locais recomendam
Ten O Six
1006 S Virginia Dare TrailBreakfast burritos & sammies, plus good lunch options. A small place but can eat outdoors or do takeout. Park across the street at the beach access if their tiny parking lot is full. Good local establishment we love to support. The French dip is bomb and so are their seasoned (Old Bay) fries!
Art's Place
4624 N Virginia Dare TrailGreat breakfast spot, excellent burgers, outdoor bar.
Good Breakfast, they open early! Also a decent selection of local seafood options if you’re trying them for dinner.
30 moradores locais recomendam
Miller's Seafood & Steak House
1520 S Virginia Dare TrailGood Breakfast, they open early! Also a decent selection of local seafood options if you’re trying them for dinner.
Really good wraps & lots of vegetarian (often vegan) options. Gluten Free options, sometimes by request but they are owner operated, hands on & helpful to those with dietary restrictions. Their chickpea pesto salad is SO good!!
23 moradores locais recomendam
Freshfit Cafe
7531 S Virginia Dare TrailReally good wraps & lots of vegetarian (often vegan) options. Gluten Free options, sometimes by request but they are owner operated, hands on & helpful to those with dietary restrictions. Their chickpea pesto salad is SO good!!
FINER DINING
For such a small town we really do have a lot of excellent restaurant options here, with many chef-owned establishments. Some of these are super low-key spots, don't discount them or judge a book by it's cover (or curb appeal)!
Excellent weekend brunch. Get there early or plan to wait. (You’ll probably end up waiting anyway, this is a hot foodie spot!) An amazing husband & wife chef team with a rotating & seasonal menu. You’ll love!!
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The SaltBox Cafe
1469 Colington RdExcellent weekend brunch. Get there early or plan to wait. (You’ll probably end up waiting anyway, this is a hot foodie spot!) An amazing husband & wife chef team with a rotating & seasonal menu. You’ll love!!
Nice vibes, classy martini bar & restaurant. Dress nice but not overly. Can wait outdoors and have wine or drinks during the summer while you wait. Would recommend making reservations. Truly, really GREAT mac 'n cheese if you can score it.
77 moradores locais recomendam
Ocean Boulevard Bistro and Martini Bar
4700 N Virginia Dare TrailNice vibes, classy martini bar & restaurant. Dress nice but not overly. Can wait outdoors and have wine or drinks during the summer while you wait. Would recommend making reservations. Truly, really GREAT mac 'n cheese if you can score it.
We had Red Sky cater our wedding, so clearly we love their food! Chef Wes never disappoints! Try his newly opened NC Coast restaurant in Duck as well! Both feature a creative menu, changes seasonally 
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Red Sky Cafe
1197 Duck RdWe had Red Sky cater our wedding, so clearly we love their food! Chef Wes never disappoints! Try his newly opened NC Coast restaurant in Duck as well! Both feature a creative menu, changes seasonally 
We have still not gotten a chance to go to Duck & try chef Wes's newest restaurant… Please let us know what you think! The menu looks amazing!! Open for lunch & dinner, but we'd try it for lunch- basically the same menu but less expensive plates. Then take a walk down the Duck boardwalk!
73 moradores locais recomendam
NC Coast Grill & Bar
1184 Duck RdWe have still not gotten a chance to go to Duck & try chef Wes's newest restaurant… Please let us know what you think! The menu looks amazing!! Open for lunch & dinner, but we'd try it for lunch- basically the same menu but less expensive plates. Then take a walk down the Duck boardwalk!
Chef driven fare with a changing menu; located on the water. Take in a sunset while you wait for a table. Nicer/fine dining, you may want to dress appropriately. (Don’t feel the need to overdress- you’re at the beach; nothing much here is considered “fine dining” but Blue Point & Ocean Boulevard come closest)
121 moradores locais recomendam
The Blue Point
1240 Duck RdChef driven fare with a changing menu; located on the water. Take in a sunset while you wait for a table. Nicer/fine dining, you may want to dress appropriately. (Don’t feel the need to overdress- you’re at the beach; nothing much here is considered “fine dining” but Blue Point & Ocean Boulevard come closest)
Good food & drinks with a soundside view. Outdoor music & libations. This is the new, larger scale, sister restaurant to Trio wine bar in Kitty Hawk
43 moradores locais recomendam
The Village Table and Tavern
1314 Duck RdGood food & drinks with a soundside view. Outdoor music & libations. This is the new, larger scale, sister restaurant to Trio wine bar in Kitty Hawk
You’ll probably wait unless you get here before 5:30pm (that’s the case with most places during the summer!) Casual Italian food. Menu changes weekly, see their current menu online.
78 moradores locais recomendam
Josephine's Sicilian Kitchen
3701 N Croatan HwyYou’ll probably wait unless you get here before 5:30pm (that’s the case with most places during the summer!) Casual Italian food. Menu changes weekly, see their current menu online.
Great food & cocktails! Lots of our favorite local servers & bartenders work here. (See if you can ask for Jenn or Kristen & tell them Jess & Derik from Mom's sent you!) Kill Devil Grill is closed two days a week year round so check their website or google for hours.
226 moradores locais recomendam
The Kill Devil Grill
2008 S Virginia Dare TrailGreat food & cocktails! Lots of our favorite local servers & bartenders work here. (See if you can ask for Jenn or Kristen & tell them Jess & Derik from Mom's sent you!) Kill Devil Grill is closed two days a week year round so check their website or google for hours.
Upscale southern comfort food. It can get kind of loud in here. Go early, or if it’s just two of you- eat at the bar!
13 moradores locais recomendam
The Pony and The Boat
3712 North Croatan HighwayUpscale southern comfort food. It can get kind of loud in here. Go early, or if it’s just two of you- eat at the bar!
A great selection of Prime steaks cooked exactly to your liking. Excellent baby back ribs! They’ve been in business for decades!
111 moradores locais recomendam
JK's Restaurant
1106 S Croatan HwyA great selection of Prime steaks cooked exactly to your liking. Excellent baby back ribs! They’ve been in business for decades!
1587 Restaurant
405 Queen Elizabeth AveFine dining and waterfront (Manteo Marina) views
Owens' Restaurant
7114 S Virginia Dare TrailAn old-time classic
SIGHTSEEING
Check websites & google listings for current days & hours of operation. Seasonal hours may apply.
About a 15 to 30 minute drive south (traffic depending) and you’ll be at Bodie Island light house, great for photos, birding, and just getting out in nature!
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Bodie Island Visitor Center
8180 Bodie Island Lighthouse RdAbout a 15 to 30 minute drive south (traffic depending) and you’ll be at Bodie Island light house, great for photos, birding, and just getting out in nature!
Any day trip to Manteo should include the aquarium! Lots of learning and discovery. Located on the sound so decent views as well. Great for families!
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Aquário de Carolina do Norte na Ilha Roanoke
374 Airport RdAny day trip to Manteo should include the aquarium! Lots of learning and discovery. Located on the sound so decent views as well. Great for families!
If you’re planning a day in Corolla...
Look into the ghost tour, or the Christmas lights tour during the holidays.
8 moradores locais recomendam
Historic Corolla Park
1160 Hunt Club DrIf you’re planning a day in Corolla...
Look into the ghost tour, or the Christmas lights tour during the holidays.
A good day at the beach if you want to try out an access other than our own. Food is available nearby (See Connor’s Market, Sam & Omies or Dune Burger!) Fun to walk out to the end of the pier, especially in the evening.
215 moradores locais recomendam
Píer de Jennette
7223 S Virginia Dare TrailA good day at the beach if you want to try out an access other than our own. Food is available nearby (See Connor’s Market, Sam & Omies or Dune Burger!) Fun to walk out to the end of the pier, especially in the evening.
You won’t regret a day trip to pea Island, or the southern beaches! Worth the drive… You’ll likely have the entire strip of beach to yourself! Avoid this area if you are not a good swimmer (or stay in the tidal pools or  shallow waters.) Great for walking, birding, picnics, photography & nature!
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Centro de Visitantes do Refúgio Nacional da Vida Selvagem da Ilha Pea
14500 NC-12You won’t regret a day trip to pea Island, or the southern beaches! Worth the drive… You’ll likely have the entire strip of beach to yourself! Avoid this area if you are not a good swimmer (or stay in the tidal pools or  shallow waters.) Great for walking, birding, picnics, photography & nature!
For those interested in aviation. Or just take a hike to the top of the monument for some pretty great views of Kill Devil Hills, the ocean, our schools, etc (PRO TIP: don't go off the path, there are some nasty cacti and sandspurs on that hill!)
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Wright Brothers Memorial
1000 N Croatan HwyFor those interested in aviation. Or just take a hike to the top of the monument for some pretty great views of Kill Devil Hills, the ocean, our schools, etc (PRO TIP: don't go off the path, there are some nasty cacti and sandspurs on that hill!)
Must visit!! (Take a water!) It’s a longer walk than you think to get to the top, but don’t give up!! The view is well worth the effort. During the Summer months the sunset view will be enjoyed with hundreds of other people, so get there early to make sure you’re at the top for sunset!
PRO TIP:
The walk is shorter if you park across the street (At or near Kitty Hawk Kites), crossing at the crosswalk and hiking straight up. If you park at the state park entrance, the walk is much longer!
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Parque Estadual Jockey's Ridge
300 W Carolista DrMust visit!! (Take a water!) It’s a longer walk than you think to get to the top, but don’t give up!! The view is well worth the effort. During the Summer months the sunset view will be enjoyed with hundreds of other people, so get there early to make sure you’re at the top for sunset!
PRO TIP:
The walk is shorter if you park across the street (At or near Kitty Hawk Kites), crossing at the crosswalk and hiking straight up. If you park at the state park entrance, the walk is much longer!
Historical outdoor drama. Rather long but they have intermission and you can get wine. Summer only.
193 moradores locais recomendam
A Colônia Perdida
1409 National Park DrHistorical outdoor drama. Rather long but they have intermission and you can get wine. Summer only.
Beautiful gardens in Manteo. Spring is best but if you’re here during the holidays, check out the Winter Lights display!
122 moradores locais recomendam
Os Jardins Elizabetanos
1411 National Park DrBeautiful gardens in Manteo. Spring is best but if you’re here during the holidays, check out the Winter Lights display!
Cool historical farm. Lots of other things to do in Manteo, so plan to spend a couple hours if you can, and maybe grab lunch!
33 moradores locais recomendam
Island Farm
1140 U.S. 64Cool historical farm. Lots of other things to do in Manteo, so plan to spend a couple hours if you can, and maybe grab lunch!
SHOPPING
With the exception of Class & Trash which is a Richmond VA based business, this list also features locally owned & operated businesses. We hope you’ll check them out!
Beautiful selection of home goods and other items, nicely curated for those with exquisite taste. Modern beachy vibes.
Modern Beach House
3810 N Croatan HwyBeautiful selection of home goods and other items, nicely curated for those with exquisite taste. Modern beachy vibes.
Lots of fun & funky treasures from all over the world- plus local art as well. Jam packed full of goodies. Make sure to visit the bunnies & chickens out back! (There is now a Seagreen Gallery in Duck as well)
71 moradores locais recomendam
seagreen gallery
2404 S Virginia Dare TrailLots of fun & funky treasures from all over the world- plus local art as well. Jam packed full of goodies. Make sure to visit the bunnies & chickens out back! (There is now a Seagreen Gallery in Duck as well)
Can be a little hit or miss but sometimes you'll find a gem or two which generally makes C & T worth checking out. Antiques, vintage & retro furnishings & decor items.
17 moradores locais recomendam
Class And Trash
906 S Croatan HwyCan be a little hit or miss but sometimes you'll find a gem or two which generally makes C & T worth checking out. Antiques, vintage & retro furnishings & decor items.
Fun little shop to poke around, they sometimes have a great selection of vintage & antique jewelry! Right next door to Modern Beach House. While here at Buccaneers Walk, you may as well hit up Capt'n Franks for a hot dog or some steamed shrimp and make an afternoon of it! :)
Freedom Antiques
3810 N Croatan HwyFun little shop to poke around, they sometimes have a great selection of vintage & antique jewelry! Right next door to Modern Beach House. While here at Buccaneers Walk, you may as well hit up Capt'n Franks for a hot dog or some steamed shrimp and make an afternoon of it! :)
The only surf shop that matters, a local icon for over 40 years! Grab a cool Whalebone tee, a new swimsuit (great selection for men & women) and tell Biggie that Jess & Derik sent you!
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Whalebone Surf Shop
2214 S Croatan HwyThe only surf shop that matters, a local icon for over 40 years! Grab a cool Whalebone tee, a new swimsuit (great selection for men & women) and tell Biggie that Jess & Derik sent you!
Silver Bonsai Gallery
905 US-64Lovely artwork and handmade fine jewelry. Really lovely people. Unique finds.
Sisters Boutique & Gifts
207 Queen Elizabeth AveLovely women’s shop with clothing and gifts
Growlers of good beers to go! Great take-home gift for that homie or your pops who's watching the dog while you're gone.
12 moradores locais recomendam
Buffalo City Jug Shop
1900 S Croatan HwyGrowlers of good beers to go! Great take-home gift for that homie or your pops who's watching the dog while you're gone.
If you’re looking for Outer Banks stamped items, or a million colors of Yeti-everything, XtraTufs, Teva or Sanuk sandals, etc, they have a big selection. Plus, this is one “tourist trap” that is actually locally owned!
Parrot Bay
808 S Croatan HwyIf you’re looking for Outer Banks stamped items, or a million colors of Yeti-everything, XtraTufs, Teva or Sanuk sandals, etc, they have a big selection. Plus, this is one “tourist trap” that is actually locally owned!
We have a beautiful selection of locally made, and one of a kind unique artisan items for all ages. Wonderful selection of clean body products, home wares and gifts.
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Mom's Sweet Shop
3213 N Croatan HwyWe have a beautiful selection of locally made, and one of a kind unique artisan items for all ages. Wonderful selection of clean body products, home wares and gifts.
SUNSETS
A sunset you'll never forget! The view is unbeatable from the top, but if you're feeling sluggish, keep driving to just south of the Dune- take a right on Soundside Drive. At the end on the right, there's a small parking area on the sound where you can dip your toes in the water and take in the sunset (But AGAIN- the view is worth it from the top!)
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Parque Estadual Jockey's Ridge
300 W Carolista DrA sunset you'll never forget! The view is unbeatable from the top, but if you're feeling sluggish, keep driving to just south of the Dune- take a right on Soundside Drive. At the end on the right, there's a small parking area on the sound where you can dip your toes in the water and take in the sunset (But AGAIN- the view is worth it from the top!)
Great birding, excellent sunsets. Access to a pedestrian path for walking, jogging, biking
Windgrass Circle
Windgrass CircleGreat birding, excellent sunsets. Access to a pedestrian path for walking, jogging, biking
The boardwalk runs along the Sound and behind several Duck shops & restaurants. Great walking, birding and sunsets! Lots of tourists in the Summer months, but the shops & restaurants will be open. Go any time during the rest of the year & you'll have it mainly to yourself (though many of the shops will likely be closed)
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Duck Town Park Boardwalk
Duck Town Park BoardwalkThe boardwalk runs along the Sound and behind several Duck shops & restaurants. Great walking, birding and sunsets! Lots of tourists in the Summer months, but the shops & restaurants will be open. Go any time during the rest of the year & you'll have it mainly to yourself (though many of the shops will likely be closed)
BARS/Watering Holes
Places to grab a libation or two. But don’t mess with drinking & driving in our area- DUI’s are heavily (let me repeat HEAVILY) enforced! Call Lady Jane or grab an Uber!!
Actually, Lucky’s has decent food & pizza too (they serve pizza until 2am). Huge beer selection on tap.
60 moradores locais recomendam
Lucky 12 Tavern
3308 S Virginia Dare TrailActually, Lucky’s has decent food & pizza too (they serve pizza until 2am). Huge beer selection on tap.
Good food and drinks. Nightly shows and music during Summer months (sometimes year-round, check their Instagram) and a nice outdoor area with games, etc.
71 moradores locais recomendam
The Bonzer Shack
1200 S Virginia Dare TrailGood food and drinks. Nightly shows and music during Summer months (sometimes year-round, check their Instagram) and a nice outdoor area with games, etc.
Outdoor, oceanside bar has been enticing drinkers for decades. (They also serve a great breakfast!)
161 moradores locais recomendam
Art's Place
4624 N Virginia Dare TrailOutdoor, oceanside bar has been enticing drinkers for decades. (They also serve a great breakfast!)
A wine & cheese bar with great salads, sandwiches and small plate options. A local favorite. Excellent selection of beer and wines. No liquor.
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TRIO Restaurant & Market
3708 N Croatan HwyA wine & cheese bar with great salads, sandwiches and small plate options. A local favorite. Excellent selection of beer and wines. No liquor.
Filed this locally owned spot under “bars” as it’s one of the few places open til 2am. They also have a great variety of nightly music [nearly] year round. It’s a brewery, bar & restaurant & they’re leading the way with their “green” initiatives. Good food, a few vegetarian & vegan options.
227 moradores locais recomendam
Outer Banks Brewing Station
600 S Croatan HwyFiled this locally owned spot under “bars” as it’s one of the few places open til 2am. They also have a great variety of nightly music [nearly] year round. It’s a brewery, bar & restaurant & they’re leading the way with their “green” initiatives. Good food, a few vegetarian & vegan options.
Outdoor bar. Can get pretty packed upstairs at happy hour & beyond. Decent food, good happy hour specials. It's kind of the "Happy Hour" crowd.
91 moradores locais recomendam
Hurricane Mo's Beachside Bar And Grill
120 W Kitty Hawk RdOutdoor bar. Can get pretty packed upstairs at happy hour & beyond. Decent food, good happy hour specials. It's kind of the "Happy Hour" crowd.
Good sandwiches & some decent entrees but mostly a bar with food.
48 moradores locais recomendam
Goombays Grille & Raw Bar
1608 N Virginia Dare TrailGood sandwiches & some decent entrees but mostly a bar with food.
Another Local hot spot in walking distance. AKA “beer pier”. There’s a bar (and soon to be, a 2nd bar upstairs on the deck) There’s an arcade inside. A hangout for surfers, fishermen and old salts. If the surf is big or there’s a hurricane coming, this is where the action happens and everyone will be!
93 moradores locais recomendam
Píer de Avalon
2111 N Virginia Dare TrailAnother Local hot spot in walking distance. AKA “beer pier”. There’s a bar (and soon to be, a 2nd bar upstairs on the deck) There’s an arcade inside. A hangout for surfers, fishermen and old salts. If the surf is big or there’s a hurricane coming, this is where the action happens and everyone will be!
Say hi to two of our favorite bartenders- Jess and Matt, tell them Jess & Derik from Mom's sent you!
22 moradores locais recomendam
Kill Devil Hills Rum
510 Budleigh StreetSay hi to two of our favorite bartenders- Jess and Matt, tell them Jess & Derik from Mom's sent you!
Lost Colony Brewery and Cafe
208 Queen Elizabeth AveSwels’a Brewing Beer Company
1802 South Virginia Dare Trail