Outer Banks Seafood Restaurants

Sugar Creek

Nags Head/Manteo Causeway
“Great service and views” says Jeannie from Web Services. Sugar Creek’s dining room has unbeatable views of the sunset, and it is literally on the water. Tiney from Accounting often brings visiting friends out for “the shrimp special on Friday nights. Whether you get the shrimp broiled or fried they are always good. The lightly battered fried shrimp is a favorite.” Robbie from Nags Head Reservations recommends the broiled scallops, and notes the large portions. Also steamer buckets to go at the Sugar Shack. Emily from Association Management says it’s a great deal, and if you have small kids, much easier than eating out! Outer Banks Catch Gold Member*
7340 South Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head
252-441-4963
www.sugarcreekseafood.com

Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe

Nags Head/Manteo Causeway
A local landmark that was totally rebuilt after a catastrophic fire two years ago, Lone Cedar has a special connection to the Village People. While Jeannie from Web Services loves everything about it, and Jackie of Nags Head Sales suggests you try the “most delicious she crab soup on the planet”, we will let Nags Head Sales agent Caroline Basnight tell you the rest: “We only serve fresh local seafood bought from local fishermen daily. Everything is homemade - no frozen dishes. Our meat is only prime beef. All our meats are organic & have no hormone injections. Our vegetables are grown by local North Carolina farmers. We grow our herbs & tomatoes!” Outer Banks Catch Gold Member*
7623 S. Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head
252-441-5405
www.lonecedarcafe.com

Tortuga's Lie

Nags Head MP 11 on the Beach Road
No other restaurant seems to inspire loyalty like Tortuga’s! Of course they have been here since 1989 so they must be doing something right. Ruth Ann recommends the Salmon Salad du Jour, while Karen from Nags Head Sales loves ”the fish specials and I think they have the best fried oysters on the beach.” But it’s Bill from Corolla Reservations who feels really strongly about his recommendation: “Sushi is the number one reason. I bet 9 out of the last 10 times I have been there, it’s been on a Wednesday night for sushi.”
3014 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head
252-441-7299
www.tortugaslie.com

Sam & Omie’s

Nags Head Milepost 16.5 on the Beach Road
Locally owned for 73 years, Sam & Omie’s is the Nags Head gathering place for locals and visitors. Durinda from Marketing enjoys “the atmosphere and the best Hatteras-style clam chowder anywhere!” Ruth Ann from Nags Head Sales also mentions the “friendly and warm atmosphere of old Nags Head, great food, perfect spot for breakfast, lunch or casual dinner. Favorites are shrimp burger, soft shell sandwich (in season), chicken salad and pimento cheese sandwich.”
7228 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head
252-441-7366
http://samandomies.net

Owen’s Restaurant

Nags Head Milepost 16.5 Beach Road & Bypass
Family owned and operated since its founding in 1946, Owen’s is a “beautiful restaurant with lots of southern charm.” says Ruth Ann from Nags Head Sales. “Love the Seafood Norfolk. Best of the best of everything.”
7114 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head
252-441-7309
www.owensrestaurant.com

Awful Arthur’s

Kill Devil Hills Milepost 6 on the Beach Road
Krista from Corolla Reservations loves “the crabmeat cocktail… It is nothing but pure white, succulent crabmeat with drawn butter and spicy cocktail sauce.” Plus it’s an Outer Banks tradition!
2106 North Virginia Dare Trail, Kill Devil Hills
252-441-5955
www.awfularthursobx.com

Miller’s Soundfront Restaurant

Nags Head Milepost 16
There are two Miller’s Restaurants – both with wonderful steaks and seafood. But the one on the sound has unbeatable views. Linda from Human Resources recommends Miller’s for “seafood, local charm, great view”. hey also have great breakfast and are very kid-friendly. If you’re lucky you can watch the parasailers while you eat.
6916 S. Croatan Hwy, Nags Head
252-441-6151
www.millerswaterfront.com

Kill Devil Grill

Kill Devil Hills milepost 9.5 on the beach road
The crabcake is Krista’s favorite seafood here. Try it on a sandwich or topping off your Caesar salad. “They are perfectly cooked…not greasy and NO FILLER!”
2008 South Virginia Dare Trail, Kill Devil Hills
252-449-8181
www.thekilldevilgrill.com

Blue Moon Beach Grill

SurfSide Plaza, Nags Head milepost 13 beach road
The Blue Moon’s grilled crab cake Caesar salad is so good I have been dreaming about it,” says Emily from Association Management. Hmm, maybe we should have a taste-off with Kill Devil Grill’s...
4104 South Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head
252-261-2583
www.bluemoonbeachgrill.com

Steamer’s To Go

Corolla, TimBuck II Shopping Center
Karen from Corolla Reservations feels strongly about this one: Steamer's has the best "Pots To Go". You can get any combination of lobster, mussells, clams, or crab legs (I'll have them all please!!). Also included is corn-on-the-cob, potatoes, and onions. They provide everything - butter, cocktail sauce, lemon, and even the claw crackers. You just add water and place on the stove and YUMMM - it's ready to eat. Perfect for a rental home - or my home!!”
798-B Sunset Blvd, Corolla
252-453-3305
http://steamersshellfishtogo.com

John's Drive-In

Kitty Hawk, milepost 4 on the beach road
It looks like a hole in the wall, but John’s is a tradition going back over 30 years. Jackie of Nags Head Sales suggests the Dolphin Boat: “battered and fried Mahi Mahi cooked to perfection with just the right crispness accompanied by homemade tarter sauce, and the best banana peanut butter milk shake ever!”
3716 N. Virginia Dare Trail, Kitty Hawk
252-261-6227

The Black Pelican

Kitty Hawk Milepost 4 on the beach road
Robbie from Nags Head Reservations says they have the best seafood pizza. Plus, they really do have something for everyone: a huge menu, many dining rooms, outdoor seating and kid-friendly.
3848 North Virginia Dare Trail, Kitty Hawk
252-261-3171
www.blackpelican.com

Outer Banks Seafood Markets

Austin Seafood Market

Nags Head milepost 12.5 between the highways

Billy’s Seafood

Kill Devil Hills, 1341 Colington Road (turn west around milepost 8.5)
*Outer Banks Catch Gold Member

Daniels' Big Eye Seafood Market

Kill Devil Hills milepost 5 on the bypass

Carawan Seafood Market

Kitty Hawk milepost 1 (in front of Walmart)

*Outer Banks Catch promotes and educates seafood lovers about the numerous advantages of requesting locally caught, in-season seafood. Gold members use 50% or more local catch in their offerings. Please visit outerbankscatch.com and remember to ask your server if it’s Outer Banks catch!

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