The Colington Cafe

Our dining experience was absolutely wonderful. The atmosphere was cozy and welcoming, and the service was flawless—attentive without being overbearing. Both of our entrées were perfectly prepared and full of flavor, clearly made with care and attention to detail. This restaurant strikes the perfect balance of comfort and quality, and we look forward to returning.

I'm eating here right now. This place is amazing! Best filled mignon I've ever had... medium rare. With rosè... Service is legit! Will come again!

Perfect from beginning to end. We were greeted and taken to a beautiful table by glass windows facing a lovely garden. hostess/ owner was warm and friendly. Waiter was superb and helpful. We loved our coconut shrimp, Caesar salad, beef filet topped with tons of fresh crab and a light and flavorful bernaise, and linguine with chicken and Alfredo sauce. The portions were generous and prices were reasonable for such quality. The wine list was varied and well chosen. We shared a chocolate peanut butter pie for dessert which was great. The owner treated us to their she crab soup(amazing) and when we left gave us a split of sparkling rose. Wonderful experience.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

It gives the most cozy and cute atmosphere. When I tell you everything was good from start to finish. We got the scallop appetizer which was 10/10 and our meals were 10/10. I’ve never been to a restaurant this good before and the workers are very kind

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The Colington Café delivers an outstanding dining experience. The staff is attentive and welcoming, creating a warm atmosphere that elevates the evening. The food is truly spectacular--beautifully prepared, full of flavor, and presented with care.

From start to finish, everything feels thoughtful and well-executed. Highly recommend for anyone looking for an exceptional dinner on the Outer Banks.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Whipped Potatoes and Roasted Broccolini, Coconut Cream Pie

The food and service never disappoints. Great food and Taylor was an amazing server.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We first discovered this cute little cafe when we drove past it on our way to our Airbnb. We looked up the reviews and menu and decided to try it for dinner. The staff was very friendly and service was phenomenal! I really wanted to like this place so bad, but the entrees were a miss. I ordered the salmon, which I will say was cooked PERFECTLY, but lacked so much flavor. There was very little of the sauce on top which would have helped the flavor profile immensely. I got hints of salt here and there on the perfectly cooked crust, but that was it. The bleu cheese mashed potatoes were the entire reason I ordered this dish, and I hate to say they tasted like normal mashed potatoes to me. I’ve had some really amazing bleu cheese mashed potatoes before, so maybe my expectations were too high. My fiancé got the pork tenderloin, which was again, cooked to perfection. It was incredibly juicy and tender, but it lacked flavor like the salmon. The au gratin potatoes he got were pretty boring as well. It sucks to say we didn’t enjoy our entrees, as everything was cooked perfectly, just lacked any flavor. I will say our appetizer was phenomenal and dessert as well!

OBX fine dining. It doesn’t get better. Pan seared flounder with lump crab and beurre blanc.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Had a wonderful meal

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Filet and Crab Cake

Food was delicious and the service was excellent as usual! The She Crab Bisque was a wonderful beginning to the dinner. My husband enjoyed Shrimp and Scallop Napoleon, and my Salmon and Crab special could not have been better!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I cannot give this place more than 4 stars because the parking situation is so bad. I cannot stress this enough. There is no street parking and the parking lot has no lines so it is a free for all. The restaurant is good but tiny.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Definitely the best meal and best service I had while visiting the outer Banks. I look forward to returning here again someday

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great service had a rowdy birthday crew in the same room., so it was hard to hear anything.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: She Crab Bisque

We absolutely love the Collington Cafe ! We book multiple reservations every year for our annual OBX trip. They have incredible food and service. We can't recommend them enough.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Amazing food! Excellent service! I am terrible with names, so I don't remember our waitress, but she was amazing. Everyone should try this beautiful, classy restaurant.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: She Crab Bisque