North Banks Restaurant & Raw Bar
$$ • Seafood, Cocktail Bar, VegetarianAbout North Banks Restaurant & Raw Bar
Customers' Favorites
Hush Puppies with Jalapeno Honey Butter
Crab Grenades and Grilled Scallops
Pan Seared Atlantic Yellowfin Tuna
Stuffed Bone in Pork Chop
Filet and Lobster Tail
Messy Chicken Sandwich
Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes
Shrimp and Grits
Dozen Raw Oysters
Brussels Sprouts
Recent Reviews
367 ratings
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North Banks reminded us exactly why it’s such a special place in Corolla.
Cindy, the owner, could not have been more gracious and welcoming. It was genuinely great seeing her again after far too long.
We sat at the bar with two of my longtime friends and my beautiful wife, and Ian …bartender and, as far as I’m concerned, Chief Oyster Concierge … made the entire evening even better. His knowledge of oysters and seafood is impressive, but what...read full review
Cindy, the owner, could not have been more gracious and welcoming. It was genuinely great seeing her again after far too long.
We sat at the bar with two of my longtime friends and my beautiful wife, and Ian …bartender and, as far as I’m concerned, Chief Oyster Concierge … made the entire evening even better. His knowledge of oysters and seafood is impressive, but what...read full review
Solid as it gets. Every single thing we ordered was fantastic. We just spent a week in Corolla and this was the best meal we had by far.
Everything was flavorful, generously portioned, and came out promptly with absolutely no need for further seasonings. The pictures speak for themselves.
I absolutely recommend you to give them a try if you’re in the area and looking for a place for lunch or dinner that has that upscale quality, but where you can dress a bit...read full review
Everything was flavorful, generously portioned, and came out promptly with absolutely no need for further seasonings. The pictures speak for themselves.
I absolutely recommend you to give them a try if you’re in the area and looking for a place for lunch or dinner that has that upscale quality, but where you can dress a bit...read full review
My wife and I were blown away at the quality of food and service provided here. We were a little skeptical when we got sat at the end of the bar against the wall, but were greeted by Ian who was behind the bar shucking oysters. Ian was friendly and had great knowledge about all of the menu items. His recommendations were spot on. We had a wonderful experience here and will definitely be back specifically requesting the two seats all the way at the end of the bar. If Ian is there,...read full review
Hours
| Monday | 4 - 8:30PM |
| Tuesday | 4 - 8:30PM |
| Wednesday | 4 - 8:30PM |
| Thursday | 4 - 8:30PM |
| Friday | 4 - 8:30PM |
| Saturday | 4 - 8:30PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
North Banks Restaurant & Raw Bar is a top-rated dining destination in Corolla, known for its excellent food and friendly service. Customers often praise the crab soup, seafood pasta, shrimp and grits, and especially the crab legs, which are hot and very good. The scallops on risotto also receive high marks. The staff, including a friendly hostess, are attentive and helpful. Seating can be limited, and there may be long wait times during peak season; visitors are advised to put their name on the list about an hour before they want to eat and enjoy shopping in TimBuk II while waiting. The key lime pie is a must-try dessert. Although reservations are not accepted, many find the wait worthwhile. Some guests noted a small 3% credit card processing fee on the bill. Overall, North Banks offers a delicious and varied menu, a solid bar, and a welcoming atmosphere, making it one of the most recommended spots in Corolla for both locals and visitors alike.