The Blue Point provides an outstanding dining experience. While ownership has passed in 2021 from the original owners to the new owners, siblings Ryan, Leigh, and Jamie Raskin. The trio has continued the tradition of culinary excellence in Duck, NC. I've traveled the country and have dined in New York, LA, Chicago, etc. etc. and The Blue Point rivals any place I've been for location, ambience, service and quality of apps, small and large plates, and drinks. As anyone who has dined at The Blue Point knows, the location offers a view of spectacular sunsets.
Once inside the restaurant, you note the cool and unique design that the original owners John Power and Sam McGann brought to their space 30+ years ago. Vintage tables, booths, lighting, bar area with comfy seating. It's like comfort for the soul sitting down and nestled into your space. Our server, Mark, was outstanding. Attentive, not overbearing, providing space in time to ponder the drink and food menus. A server elevates the experience or deflates it- Mark's interaction with our 6-person party was perfectly calibrated.
Our drink orders were prepared to perfection. Key to the beginning of our anticaped fun. Beverages ignite the party or drown it. Our drinks lit the fuse and the party was on.
We began with the Blue Point Carolina she crab bisque. It was delicious and served at just the right temperature to bring out all of the flavor. That was joined by the soft crab on cole slaw- well plated, and prepared. The mixed green salad was prepared with pickled strawberries toasted sunflower seeds and strawberry vincotto vinaigrette. A cacophony of flavors working so well.
The hit were the fried green tomatoes. Lightly battered,fried, and with tasty pimento cheese. Our group raved over them.
Just when we thought things could not get any better, the entrees were served. Scalloped cooked to perfection on quinoa, with roasted apples, aleppo spiced pork lordons, raisins and apple brown butter vinaigrette. The southern shrimp and mill grits with scallops, smoked tasso ham. Exquisite texture, taste.
The Virginia catfish did not taste like chicken- lol. Because it was served lightly breaded, with red beans and rice with alligator sausage, house pickles (yum), topped with Cajun ramoulade. Last, the special flounder was outstanding.
Our dessert was shared creme broule and topped off an overall 5 star dining experience.
Kudos to the chef, sous chef and the entire service staff. I cannot say enough good things about The Blue Point. Do not miss this place while in Duck, NC!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bill Golden
The sheep head sliders were excellent, and my snapper was outstanding! Lots of locals come here and some of the service have been here for decades. Also beautiful views because they’re located right on the water! The first worst games I’ve experienced just sucks.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Susan McKeone
Best meal of our vacation! I had the tenderloin with a delicious potato medley side. Perfecto. Hubby had crab cakes he enjoyed very much. Good wine list.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Remington Sangrey
I cannot say enough good things!!! Highly impressed with the food, service, staff and atmosphere! Absolutely will be back when we come for our yearly trip to OBX!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jeff Wiese
The outside Back Bar is a great place to watch sunset over the Pamlico
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Jason Spicer
Wonderful little place on the sound! Amazing sunsets!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Al Aubin
The tuna special was awesome
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jeremy Scott
I have been to many restaurants in the OBX, and then I was told of this wonderful establishment. We called ahead to ask if there were accommodations and were assured there were. When we showed up they had already set a table for us (without reservations) to our party's needs. I think this is hands down the best dining experience I have had on the entire east coast. Our staff was incredibly personable, attentive, but never interruptive. Exceptionally professional. The menu was without a doubt the most well thought out and geniusly endeavored, ambitious recipes... but so lovingly local. From starters to salads, drinks... literally at one point we all just challenged each other to find something off about this place just to make it less perfect. I was a fish manger for 5 years, and I taught people how to make gourmet, fresh caught crab cakes... and I will ask myself for the next 2 months what I missed bc the ones I were served here were so expertly crafted im going to lose sleep over it and ask God if I actually ever had life skills. Eat here. Who cares what it costs? It's worth it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Joy Hall
Great restaurant, beautiful view, nice live quiet music so you can talk and relax. Perfect spot.
THE REVIEWER
We have been coming here for so many years probably 15 or more. We were very disappointed with the chicken wings. They came out barley warm. They did not taste good at all. The pork chop was ok but not worth going back. The seevice was good and the atmosphere was okay . Not sure we will be back sadly. For the prices we paid we expect the food to be much better. The wings were so big I was afraid to eat them it's like they were full of hormones. The wine was delicious ?.
Vegetarian options: They have plenty vegetarian options.
Dietary restrictions: They will work with your dietary restrictions.
Parking: Pretty decent free parking lot.
Kid-friendliness: It was kid friendly.
Wheelchair accessibility: Should not be a problem.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Creme Brulee, Bone-In Pork Chop
Wonderful food! The best crab cakes I have ever had. Ever. We sat at the bar because it was the only spot left for a reservation - it was that busy. That is always a good sign, right?! But being at the bar was a definite bonus because our server (really wish I could remember her name) gave me a perfect pinot gris to go with the crab cakes & she was spot on. Amazing selection of wines. I could go on and on - but just suffice it to say that I highly recommend eating (and drinking) here. We will be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
George Lin
We had a very good experience. Food was great, services were good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Daniel McNamara
Always 5 stars for great food, atmosphere and those sunsets!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ed Warde
Slowest bar staff I've ever experienced, all 4 times I've visited...
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 1
K Swyms
Tuna special was amazing. Great service but definitely recommend a reservation. If booked, check back and spots open periodically.
The Blue Point provides an outstanding dining experience. While ownership has passed in 2021 from the original owners to the new owners, siblings Ryan, Leigh, and Jamie Raskin. The trio has continued the tradition of culinary excellence in Duck, NC. I've traveled the country and have dined in New York, LA, Chicago, etc. etc. and The Blue Point rivals any place I've been for location, ambience, service and quality of apps, small and large plates, and drinks. As anyone who has dined at The Blue Point knows, the location offers a view of spectacular sunsets.
Once inside the restaurant, you note the cool and unique design that the original owners John Power and Sam McGann brought to their space 30+ years ago. Vintage tables, booths, lighting, bar area with comfy seating. It's like comfort for the soul sitting down and nestled into your space. Our server, Mark, was outstanding. Attentive, not overbearing, providing space in time to ponder the drink and food menus. A server elevates the experience or deflates it- Mark's interaction with our 6-person party was perfectly calibrated.
Our drink orders were prepared to perfection. Key to the beginning of our anticaped fun. Beverages ignite the party or drown it. Our drinks lit the fuse and the party was on.
We began with the Blue Point Carolina she crab bisque. It was delicious and served at just the right temperature to bring out all of the flavor. That was joined by the soft crab on cole slaw- well plated, and prepared. The mixed green salad was prepared with pickled strawberries toasted sunflower seeds and strawberry vincotto vinaigrette. A cacophony of flavors working so well.
The hit were the fried green tomatoes. Lightly battered,fried, and with tasty pimento cheese. Our group raved over them.
Just when we thought things could not get any better, the entrees were served. Scalloped cooked to perfection on quinoa, with roasted apples, aleppo spiced pork lordons, raisins and apple brown butter vinaigrette. The southern shrimp and mill grits with scallops, smoked tasso ham. Exquisite texture, taste.
The Virginia catfish did not taste like chicken- lol. Because it was served lightly breaded, with red beans and rice with alligator sausage, house pickles (yum), topped with Cajun ramoulade. Last, the special flounder was outstanding.
Our dessert was shared creme broule and topped off an overall 5 star dining experience.
Kudos to the chef, sous chef and the entire service staff. I cannot say enough good things about The Blue Point. Do not miss this place while in Duck, NC!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The sheep head sliders were excellent, and my snapper was outstanding! Lots of locals come here and some of the service have been here for decades. Also beautiful views because they’re located right on the water! The first worst games I’ve experienced just sucks.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best meal of our vacation! I had the tenderloin with a delicious potato medley side. Perfecto. Hubby had crab cakes he enjoyed very much. Good wine list.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I cannot say enough good things!!! Highly impressed with the food, service, staff and atmosphere! Absolutely will be back when we come for our yearly trip to OBX!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The outside Back Bar is a great place to watch sunset over the Pamlico
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Wonderful little place on the sound! Amazing sunsets!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The tuna special was awesome
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I have been to many restaurants in the OBX, and then I was told of this wonderful establishment. We called ahead to ask if there were accommodations and were assured there were. When we showed up they had already set a table for us (without reservations) to our party's needs. I think this is hands down the best dining experience I have had on the entire east coast. Our staff was incredibly personable, attentive, but never interruptive. Exceptionally professional. The menu was without a doubt the most well thought out and geniusly endeavored, ambitious recipes... but so lovingly local. From starters to salads, drinks... literally at one point we all just challenged each other to find something off about this place just to make it less perfect. I was a fish manger for 5 years, and I taught people how to make gourmet, fresh caught crab cakes... and I will ask myself for the next 2 months what I missed bc the ones I were served here were so expertly crafted im going to lose sleep over it and ask God if I actually ever had life skills. Eat here. Who cares what it costs? It's worth it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great restaurant, beautiful view, nice live quiet music so you can talk and relax. Perfect spot.
We have been coming here for so many years probably 15 or more. We were very disappointed with the chicken wings. They came out barley warm. They did not taste good at all. The pork chop was ok but not worth going back. The seevice was good and the atmosphere was okay . Not sure we will be back sadly. For the prices we paid we expect the food to be much better. The wings were so big I was afraid to eat them it's like they were full of hormones. The wine was delicious ?.
Vegetarian options: They have plenty vegetarian options.
Dietary restrictions: They will work with your dietary restrictions.
Parking: Pretty decent free parking lot.
Kid-friendliness: It was kid friendly.
Wheelchair accessibility: Should not be a problem.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Creme Brulee, Bone-In Pork Chop
Restaurantji Recommends
Wonderful food! The best crab cakes I have ever had. Ever. We sat at the bar because it was the only spot left for a reservation - it was that busy. That is always a good sign, right?! But being at the bar was a definite bonus because our server (really wish I could remember her name) gave me a perfect pinot gris to go with the crab cakes & she was spot on. Amazing selection of wines. I could go on and on - but just suffice it to say that I highly recommend eating (and drinking) here. We will be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We had a very good experience. Food was great, services were good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Always 5 stars for great food, atmosphere and those sunsets!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Slowest bar staff I've ever experienced, all 4 times I've visited...
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 1
Tuna special was amazing. Great service but definitely recommend a reservation. If booked, check back and spots open periodically.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Creme Brulee
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