Restaurants in Kitty Hawk

“This was our 3rd year having dinner from Outer Banks Boil Company. We look forward to this every year and once again they did not disappoint!! Brayden was wonderful!! Such a delightful young man, very personable! Food was absolutely delicious! We have already started counting down the days to our next dinner!! Great job!!”

“awesome people with excellent food at an even better price. cant believe it took 10 years to find it !!”

“We make sure to get fried oysters every time we're in town but decided to dine in this time. The food was amazing, but beyond that, the customer service was well-worth mentioning. Our servers were very welcoming and friendly, offered samples and recommendations, and were incredibly quick! 10/10 highly recommend!”

“Glen was a great server! Good was delicious. Vibe was perfect.”

“Great menu. Would like to go back several times to try most of their offerings. We had very nice salads, and the whipped goat cheese with fig spread. Unbelievably delicious.”

“Great atmosphere and the food was amazing!”

“Awesome time! In town for family vacation. Music bingo and dancing was awesome.”

“Colby is the best!! Pizza is delicious!!”

“The absolute best fried chicken! All of the sides are excellent! Service is always fast and polite!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“Absolutely fantastic food & service. We drove from Corolla on a whim and decided on The Pony & The Boat and so glad we did! Everything we had was delicious and plentiful...the Creme Brulee, let's just say I could eat it on the daily. Will definitely return! 10/10”

“Great lunch spot wirh sandwiches and craft beer or wine and cheese watching the sunset. The food was delicious!”

“The husband and I both had the jerk mahi and shrimp, it was delicious! Highly recommended!!”

“It was time to head home but we wanted to grab a bite to eat. So we went to google and looked up the top rated. So glad we did and the reviews were right! The burger and prime rib sandwich were DELICIOUS!! Great service too! Thanks for making the last stop of our vacation perfect!”

“Absolutely loved our experience with Sweet Coast Cakes! The whiskey barrel cake I ordered was an absolute showstopper, so detailed!! And the inside? Just as impressive. The cake was incredibly moist, flavorful, and clearly made with high quality ingredients. One of those cakes that people keep talking about long after it’s gone. The personal touches really set Sweet Coast Cakes apart, too. From the thoughtful packaging to the adorable “handmade with love” sticker on the box, you can tell how much care and pride goes into every single order. It felt special from start to finish. If you’re looking for a cake that’s both stunning and delicious, Sweet Coast Cakes absolutely delivers. Highly recommend! 🎂✨”

“Delicious meal with amazing service! Totally unexpected in a beach town! Outstanding!”

“I really enjoyed the visit here. This is The Spot for healthy alternatives and some ice cream too. The staff was helpful and friendly. The young lady who took my order was super friendly and the young man who made my treat was respectful and attentive - no blank stare and no silent handoff where the person puts your stuff in the counter like they are mute.

Overall a nice place. A few little beechy things here too.”

“Capt'n Franks - always a favorite when visiting the OBX! The service is great and the hot dogs are even better!”

“I recently dined at NC Coast Grill & Bar in Duck, NC. The overall experience was pleasant, with attentive service and well-prepared dishes. However, I did notice that the ingredients didn’t feel particularly fresh, more like pre-prepped items that were reheated before serving. That said, the flavors were still enjoyable, and the atmosphere was relaxed and inviting. A decent spot for a casual meal, though I’d love to see a stronger focus on freshness in the future. 3.5 stars.”

“We walked into High Cotton on a day with a torrential downpour, the kind of weather where seafood just don’t sound right. You need the inviting warmth of a BBQ joint, so we headed over to high cotton. Now we got there during their last hour of business for the day, and experience has taught me to temper my expectations when you’re there in the waning minutes before close. However, I didn’t need to temper my expectations at all. High cotton is going to be a regular stop for us now when we’re in OBX. The meal we had absolutely blew us away. The pork was absolutely top-tier ENC BBQ: it hit the level of quality where saying one is better than the other is frivolous to me, it’s just all top-tier coz me. The fried chicken was tied for the I’ve ever had, and the brisket was fanatic as well. My daughter said the green beans & Brunswick stew were her favorite she’s had, and my son loved the Mac & cheese. To boot, the service was incredible, the joint was incredibly warm & inviting- you feel like you’re at home as soon as you walk in the door.”

“Best birthday cakes ever and wonderful customer service. Thank you so much 😊.”

“delicious food and friendly staff”

“My husband and I eat here multiple times a week...consistently delicious. We are able to afford multiple visits per week with their lunch sushi roll specials... either 2 or 3 rolls with a soup or salad. I believe the 3 roll one is only $16!
However, we occasionally splurge and order other rolls that are a little more expensive, and in that case we LOVE LOVE LOVE the amber roll. Tastiest sushi roll either of us have ever had!! 10/10 recommend!
They also have a wonderful hot sake/plum wine mixed or a chilled pineapple sake made in house for when we're feeling like libations. Id also like to mention that their egg drop soup is the best I've ever had...which should carry weight since in my extensive traveling, I have tried many sushi restaurants and always like to sample egg drop soup. They put sesame oil in it, I believe, which I love!
Lastly and most importantly, we have always received professionally excellent service! Smiles, kindness, always keeping our table clean and beverages full. We are never waiting on them; they truly wait on us. A wonderful staff for sure.
Anyone who is visiting the area (and anyone living here who has yet to stop in here!) Should most definitely come enjoy this restaurant!”

“While it's a fairly standard pizza space, you have to admit that it's been pretty good for a long time. This is the kind of place that you can depend on. Sure, some people might complain about price, but they don't understand running a food business on an island. Either way, it's not a bad choice!”

“The owners are super friendly and kind. They are great to do business with.”

“We got the most beautiful, artistically crafted fresh strawberry and matcha cake from Francie’s Fancies. She was very accommodating last minute when I realized I couldn’t execute what my daughter wanted for her birthday. Now I know who to recommend for special cakes!”

“Extremely good, fresh food! The owners and staff are super friendly and I eat here several times a week! Don't sleep on this OBX gem! <3”

“Our party of 3 (2 vegetarians and 1 vegan) absolutely loved our lunches here. The owner was friendly and accommodating and obviously puts time and intention into her recipes. We didn't feel like her veggie options were an afterthought, like they were most other places in the OBX. The basil pesto and sun-dried tomato pesto were stellar. The fresh mozzarella was creamy and delicious. Her smoothies and coffee drinks were delicious as well. This was by far our favorite place to eat on our vacation!”

“🚨 🚨 ‼️ ‼️ Long Post Alert so just a heads up if you want a read ahead of your stay or if you’re a local and just want to know what the inlanders feel about this local gem on the shores of the Outer Banks. My wife and I spent our honeymoon last week in KH and all we can say about this place is, our bank probably thinks we moved in there. But for Good reason. From the time you walk in the door and are greeted by the hosts, to taking a peak in the gift shop. There is everything for everyone in this convenient beachside bar and restaurant. We made our way to the back side of the bar and were immediately greeted by Ryan who explained what the daily specials were and offered us a cocktail, all the while with a smile on his face. We chose the 1/2 lb shrimp, and as much shrimp as we ate at some other locations (over 20) this right here…hands down best on the coast. The ambiance is inviting and rewarding with just the step up from your seat and you have a beautiful view of the famous dunes and the Atlantic. The conscience of this place is unmatched. Once your belly’s are good and full, you’re just a few steps away from your toes in the sand and what better way to walk of some great food than with your toes in the water. We also dabbled in other specials of the day, unique beachside cocktails and I promise you, some of the BEST conversations with locals and bartenders alike. Not to mention the upstairs open air bar and seating where we met Jacob. One of the other bartenders who told us his in time the day prior. As we were planning our evening the next morning we said “wait Jacob’s upstairs tomorrow. it’s a pretty evening tonight, let’s go to the top Bar.” Needless to say, away we went. Consistency. Consistency. Consistency. Everywhere you look. Every food item you see. Every conversation you have. Everything about it is what makes this place so very special and truly only 1/1 in my opinion! To the Management, Staff and Owners of this wonderful restaurant…please keep up what you’re doing. It works and it’s made the most positive of impressions on me and my Wife. Thank you all for having us and oh by the way, we will see you guys for our 1 year Anniversary in 2026!!! Cheers to each and every one of you! 🍻 🍸 🥃”

“Crab legs steamed perfectly each time we have been. Friendly servers. It’s a fun, busy place but everyone working & dining was happy & courteous when we were there today. My Dads favorite place for crab legs is Jimmy’s!! 🦀🦀🦀🦀🦀”

“We hired Pok as our personal chef for a week in the OBX after our wedding, and we cannot say enough amazing things about him. From the very beginning, he took the time to curate a thoughtful, customized menu with us, listening to our ideas, offering suggestions, and creating something that truly reflected our family’s tastes. It set the tone for an incredible week. Every dish he prepared was thoughtful, fresh, and absolutely delicious. Our family and friends were blown away by his flavors and presentations, and we found ourselves excited for each meal as a highlight of the day. Beyond the food, Pok’s presence made our week so special. He was warm, kind, easy to be around, and genuinely invested in making our experience unforgettable. He quickly became part of our family, and his energy brought so much joy to our time together. By the end of the week, saying goodbye felt like saying goodbye to a friend. If you’re considering hiring Pok, do it. It was one of the best decisions we made for our trip, and we’re already dreaming about the next time we get to enjoy his cooking. Highly, highly recommended!”

“The best new place on the beach!”

“I hadn't had Indian food in a long while...maybe as a kid. I'm 50. The food was fresh, delicious, hot and I love the garlic naan! I've eaten there twice and it was consistently really good!”

“Grilled fish tacos were excellent. Our waitress was very informative and gave excellent service. Definitely will visit again.”

“Good food and service but kitchen closed at 4 pm on Fri!”

“My elderly mother in law has a specific way she asks for her fried egg, and Steve cooked it perfectly for her. The service was timely and attentive, and our meals were delicious. Thank you!”

“Vilai Thai Kitchen is 100%!!🙂”

“Dog friendly deck seating makes Shipwrecks a great option. Oh, the food is delicious too! The staff is great and friendly.”

“Absolutely the best Mexican food we’ve had in NC 🇲🇽 - great food - great service- great prices - totally authentic and delicious”