13 Best American Restaurants in Nags Head

Grits Grill American • $
5000 S Croatan Hwy # N-5, Nags Head

Customers` Favorites

Eggs over Easy with Bacon Hash Browns and Toast
Sausage Gravy and Biscuits with a Side of Grits
Biscuits and Gravy with Grits and Hash Brows
Belgian Waffle or French Toast Platter
Greek Omelet with Hash Browns
Shrimp and Grits with Bacon
Hatteras Style Clam Chowder
French Toast with Bacon
Country Fried Steak
Blueberry Pancakes

“Exceptional breakfast everything was cooked to perfection and hot when served. Our waitress Crystal, was super cheery and wonderful. Highly recommend!“

4.5 Superb292 Reviews
The Cookshak Fried Chicken American • $
2515 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head

Customers` Favorites

Macaroni and Cheese
Fried Chicken
Whole Chicken
Whole Bird
Fries

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

4.2 Good43 Reviews
Red Drum Grill & Tap House American • $
2412 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head

Customers` Favorites

Fried Shrimp & Fish Platter
Blackened Gamefish Reuben
Hatteras Style Chowder
Blackened Tuna Reuben
Blackened Tuna Entree
Flounder and Fries
Shrimp Quesadilla
Fish \u0026 Chips
Shrimp Con Queso
Red Drum Chowder

“Excellent food and atmosphere. Highly recommend.“

4.3 Superb188 Reviews
McGrath's Burger shack American • $
5000 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head

Customers` Favorites

Buffalo Irishman Chicken Sandwich
All American Cheeseburger
Luck of the Irish Burger
Whiskey Burger and Fries
Cheeseburger and Fries
Irish Car Bomb Burger
Mushroom Swiss Burger
Luck of Irish Burgers
Irish Whiskey Burger
Sweet Potato Fries

“You know it's good when the police and fire department frequents it! I found their $8 special burger, fries and drink to be an awesome deal. The burgers are top quality beef, cooked to perfection, and with a hefty amount of fries. Find myself going there way too much!!“

4.3 Superb216 Reviews
Sam & Omie's American • $$
7228 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head

Customers` Favorites

Fried Flounder Sandwich with Fries and Tartar Sauce
Fried Shrimp Appetizer
Hatteras Clam Chowder
Shrimp and Scallops
Fresh Sea Scallops
Crab Cake Sandwich
Bang Bang Shrimp
Fish and Scallops
Fried Calamari
Crab Benedict

“Awesome delicious FRESH food! We were here for over a week...after 2 meals there...well then we ate EVERY meal there. Breakfast, lunch, n supper!! Only place to eat for us!!“

4.2 Good324 Reviews
Miller's Waterfront Restaurant Bar & Grill • $$
6916 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head

Customers` Favorites

Baked Potato and Vegetable of the Day
Basket of Miller's Famous Hushpuppies
Waterfront Steak and Crab
Miller's Signature Salad
Hush Puppies and Butter
Coconut Shrimp Platter
Hot Crab Dip for Two
Fried Green Tomatoes
Oyster PO'Boy Tacos
Oysters Rockefeller

“Last night was our last night here and the wife and I decided to give this a try. I can’t say enough good about the service (Jade was awesome), food was delicious (scallops were on point), and the location was perfect with a wonderfulview. (note the picture).“

4.6 Superb445 Reviews
Biscuits N' Porn Sandwich Shop • $
2112 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head

Customers` Favorites

Cheese Biscuit with Fried Spicy Chicken Breast Fillet and Fried Egg
Chicken Egg and Cheese on a Cheese Biscuit Add Hashbrow
Cheddar Biscuit Spicy Chicken Egg and Cheese Sandwich
Egg Chicken Bacon Egg and Cheese Biscuit Sandwich
Chicken Egg & Cheese Biscuit on a Cheddar Biscuit
Chicken Egg and Cheese in a Cheddar Biscuit
Sausage Egg and Cheese on Cheese Biscuit
Chicken Breast Plate with Mac and Cheese
Sausage Egg Cheese in Cheddar Biscuit
Regular Biscuits & Cheese Biscuits

“This is the epitome of southern gas station food and it is sooo good! The biscuits are some of the best I've ever had! So light and flaky. The bacon, egg, and cheese biscuits were delicious and filling. The blueberry biscuits were a nice sweet treat. Definitely a place to stop when you're in the area.“

4.4 Superb287 Reviews
Village Pizza of Nags Head Pizza • $
7100 S Croatan Hwy Suite 82, Nags Head

Customers` Favorites

Two Large 16 1 Topping Pizzas and Garlic Knots
Village Pizza Traditional Crust
Neapolitan Cauliflower Crust
Sea Harvest Seafood Pizza
Buffalo Chicken Pizza
White Pizza Large
Pepperoni Pizza
Sicilian Knots
Chicken Wings
Cheese Sticks

“Once again …you never disappoint with your pizza. Ordered our regular sausage & mushroom plus tried the Supreme. Super hot, crusty & easy to pick up. The topping were perfection. Still the best pizza & friendliest staff on this island. Thank you once again. Never ever disappointed.“

4.6 Superb183 Reviews
Mulligan's Grille in Historic Cottage Row Bar & Grill • $$
4005 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head

Customers` Favorites

Oysters on the Half Shell
Rockfish and Chips Basket
Mulligan Burger and Fries
Southern Cali Fish Tacos
Broiled Seafood Platter
Basket of Hushpuppies
Soft Shell Crab Tacos
Fried Seafood Platter
Crab Cake Sandwich
Mashed Potatoes

“We absolutely love the upper deck! It has amazing views, so dog friendly and the food/drinks are amazing! We love the orange crush it’s the best drink! This is a favorite for us!“

4.5 Superb408 Reviews
Snow Bird Burgers, Cones & 'Cues Ice Cream Shop • $$
3532 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head

Customers` Favorites

Fried Dill Pickle Chips with Ranch Dressing
Shrimp Roll and Onion Rings
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Cheeseburger and Fries
Crab Cake Sandwich
Fried Shrimp
Banana Split
Snow Cones
Greek Gyro
Dole Whip

“The LOBSTER ROLL is the BEST!!! Ignore any comment about price or size....it is WORTH IT! So delicious and the roll compliments the flavors so well! It's the first stop when we roll into town on vacation! So much love and good food from this shop! Perfectly situated on the Beach Road...don't let the small business fool ya!! They pack an amazing punch!“

4.5 Superb179 Reviews
The Dunes Restaurant Southern • $
7013 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head

Customers` Favorites

The Whaler Breakfast Plate and blt Sandwich
Outer Banks Seafood Omelette
Steamed Snow Crab Legs
Creamed Chipped Beef
Fried Green Tomatoes
Biscuits and Gravy
Chicken and Waffles
Corned Beef Hash
Shrimp and Grits
Fried Flounder

“Everything we ate was delicious. large portions of food and the fried green tomatoes were scrumptious. very friendly staff“

4.4 Superb316 Reviews
Sooey's BBQ & Rib Shack Barbecue • $
3919 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head

Customers` Favorites

Mashed Potatoes and Hush Puppies
Pork BBQ \u0026 Southern Fried
Half Rack Ribs & Fried Shrimp
Pulled Pork Sandwich Platter
Brisket BBQ and Onion Rings
Ribs and Pulled Pork Plate
Ribs \u0026 Fried Chicken
Pork BBQ & Southern Fried
Ribs and Chicken Dinner
Fried Okra Hush Puppies

“great meal Love the brisket,“

4.3 Superb142 Reviews
Lucky 12 Tavern Bar & Grill • $
3308 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head

Customers` Favorites

Pepperoni Sausage and Bacon Pizza
Philly Cheese Steak
Philly Cheesesteak
Catch of the Day
Coconut Cream Pie
Chicken Sandwich
Seafood Chowder
Boneless Wings
Buffalo Shrimp
Hand Cut Fries

“What a great place. Amazing food staffed by good people. Never disappointed.“

4.3 Superb220 Reviews

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