Black Pelican Oceanfront Restaurant
3848 N Virginia Dare Trail, Kitty Hawk
(252) 261-3171
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Always a favorite when we visit OBX. Wonderful servers and awesome food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We were so happy to be able to spend time in Nags Head for New Years Eve and to have dinner at the Black Pelican. Our server, Tristan, was exceptional and treated us like royalty. Our dinners were exceptional and the dessert yummy. Thanks for starting our 2026 on such an exceptional note.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We had a group of 8 who ordered drinks and appetizers. Both the crab ragoon and tuna bites arrived well over done. The Calamari and buffalo shrimp were fine.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
The catch of the day was delicious. The free basket of pita bread was not. Pizza and pasta were okay.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Had a fantastic time dining with my family here including 2 small children. Pictured is the Phillys Pecan Crusted Mahi, it was delicious and the Mahi was cooked perfectly. I'd like to mention that our server Tatiana (Hopefully spelled correctly) was an absolute sweetheart and gave us the best service I've ever had at any restaurant. Will be coming back during our next trip to Kitty Hawk.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Great Service, Desserts, Philly's Pecan Crusted Mahi
Amazing place to eat. The waiter could have been a little more personal. The food was amazing.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Philly's Pecan Crusted Mahi
Awestruck with the Black Pelican ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I ordered a Sprite that tasted nothing like Sprite so I ordered an ice water. The ice water had stuff floating in it so I had to ask for another glass. The second glass was fine. Service was good but the food was less appetizing than expected. The crab dip tastes like nothing but a big block of cream cheese. No crab, seasoning or nothing just baked cream cheese. I ordered the scallops ST Jacques and it was good but the main flavor was a lot of blackening seasoning. My husband ordered the wanchese risotto dish and it was very bland he tried his best to church it up with salt and pepper but that can only do so much. The service was great and the atmosphere was a bit loud and warm! We sat by the thermostat and saw it was 83 degrees inside the restaurant 🥵
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Great Service
Sadly, this restaurant is slipping. It has been a mainstay for us in OBX for almost thirty years but the last two visits, especially or most recent earlier this week, has been subpar. Everything from our server's other lack of personality down to my platter. Especially for the price point, it just wasn't good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 2
Amanda was our server; she was EXCELLENT! Our party of 4 orders were: Bacon-wrapped Scallops, Chicken and Ribs, Swordfish, and Prime Rib. Appetizers that we shared: Onion Rings, Tuna Tataké, and Buffalo Shrimp.
EVERYTHING WAS FABULOUS!!
Pricey, but worth it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
The food was good enough, however, I was expecting a higher level of food and service.
One of the things that just lost a total star, if not too, was putting hot items in plastic containers brought to the table . First of all at a restaurant like that I don’t think anything should be coming out in plastic second of all hot items such as marinara and plastic containers with what we know now about bleaching of poisonous chemicals is insane.
Do not plan to return .
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Taylor is AWESOME!!! She is the best waitress. Really worth it when she is waiting on your table.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Swordfish was delicious. Crab cakes not so much. Deep fried and soaked in grease. Excellent desserts. A little too chaotic. Deck might have been nicer.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
WOW. Black Pelican Catering completely exceeded our expectations! The food was absolutely incredible—so many of our guests came up to us saying it was the *best wedding food they’ve ever had.* From appetizers to entrées, everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented.
The staff went above and beyond to take care of everyone. They made sure our guests were well served, and they didn’t forget about us either—bringing us appetizers during photos and even packaging up leftovers so we could enjoy them later. Our bartender was the sweetest, handling every request with a smile and keeping the drinks flowing seamlessly.
We truly cannot recommend Black Pelican enough! Amazing food, wonderful people, and service that made our day even more special.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Got the aloha pizza with bacon and it was delicious service was great and good atmosphere
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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