43 Best Seafood Restaurants near Southern Shores

“Steamers catered our wedding. Working with Cassidy made everything so wonderfully easy. The tastings were great, as was the food at our wedding. We would highly recommend having Steamers cater any/all of your events! (Ps get the white cheddar truffle Mac & cheese, you won’t be disappointed! Our guests also loved the fresh pesto pasta with shrimp)“

“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!!“

“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!“

“Just had the southwest steak wrap. VERY tasty! Definitely recommend, will definitely come back!“

“My review is for the humanity the owner has shown. I was reading my latest Readers Digest when an acknowledgement was submitted about how the owner Kevin had driven 6 hours one way to deliver what was basically an elders last meal, because it was her last wish…to have a pork tenderloin meal from this establishment. If some day I travel SE from Indiana and anywhere near I will definitely stop to support. Well done my man.“

“Great drinks, great appetizers“

“Great experience at this restaurant. My girlfriend had fried oysters. I had grilled grouper and diced red skin potatoes. Our waitress,Ashley, was so helpful with assisting me with selections that were safe with my gluten allergy. 5:30 PM on a Saturday evening, they were quite busy, but we had no wait for a table for two. Highly recommend!“

“Love this place 😊 coming for 5 years now...Ben was great 😊 great drinks & food....love they allow pets 😊“

“Easter breakfast was our first time at Henry's. It was by far one of the best breakfast experiences we've had. From the moment we walked in the door we were made to feel like family. Christina couldn't have been more accommodating...making sure everything was to our liking, without being overbearing. And it was the little things that mattered. May sound silly to most, but having syrup on the table for your flapjacks...when ordering hot tea, they bring you a cup of hot water, a tea bag, PLUS a silver container of hot water to place your "used" tea bag in, should you desire another cup of tea. Also, creamer was right on the table. The menu even made sense...build your own omelet.....you pay for what you want! It seemed like all the Employees chipped in. I never saw anyone just standing around. We will certainly be back, and refer folks we know to Henry's. Thank you.“

“Best Bloody Mary’s on the beach. Fun vibes and great food. Check it out!“

“Yummmmmmmy! Best milkshakes in the universe!!! Go there!“

“they are amazing big and delicious!“

“🚨 🚨 ‼️ ‼️ 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! 🍻 🍸 🥃“

“We had great meals and reasonable priced“

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

“Let’s start with saying the waiter had excellent customer service . And when we received our food its was delicious. The waiter checked on us often and very nice partying words .“

“The most amazing friendliest fast service! So impressed“

“Great place to pick up an outstanding breakfast burrito. I came to eat some breakfast on the porch with my dog. Very friendly people that brought out a bowl of water for my pup and checked on me frequently. Coffee was great too! We will be back 🌯🐾🥰“

“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!! 🦀🦀🦀🦀🦀“

“Service: Milan is a very personable and knowledgeable waiter. We had an excellent meal, he guided us expertly through the menu and the specials. He made the evening very enjoyable. We will definitely return. Sunset, wine selection, excellent food, and top-notch service made for the perfect birthday celebration.“

“Captain George’s is a seafood lover’s dream. The buffet is fresh, well-stocked, and has an incredible variety—from perfectly seasoned shrimp and scallops to piles of hot crab legs that keep coming. The staff is attentive, friendly, and quick to clear plates so you can make another round. The atmosphere feels warm and lively, and it’s a great spot whether you’re with family or celebrating something special.

Fair warning: the dessert bar is so good you might need a second stomach—guess that’s why they call it all you can eat!“

“Fantastic food and service! Recommend it for sure.“

“This is our 3rd year ordering from Firehouse. Everything is always great including the food, directions provided, delivery and communications. They keep us informed and delivery is easy. We will be back next year.😋“

“Great atmosphere and the food was amazing!“

“By far the best meal we had on our vacation, so much so that we came twice for dinner! Best restaurant in Corolla! Get the crab cakes! You won't regret it! Finish off with a homemade ice cream sandwich and maybe even start with the delicious shrimp and corn chowder. Also have a menu for the kids with crayons with is huge for a family with a 2 year old and 6 year old! Thank you!!!!“

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

“Had lunch the other day! Nice vibe and super friendly staff! Ordered the Bang Bang shrimp and it was perfect. Crispy and just the right amount of heat. Shared the crispy chicken salad because it was such a large portion, and it was plenty for 2 at lunch. Very delicious“

“Food was great and plenty of it! Todd, our waiter, couldn't have been more helpful and courteous---as well as efficient. He even came outside and took our picture for us. Great place to go when in Duck. We'll be back again.“

“Had a wonderful Swedish massage today with Sara! She has great bedside manner, was cheerful, and gave a great massage!“

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

“Excellent service, delicious food, generous portions, and reasonable prices.“

“Suuuper nice staff. Good prices for beautiful shrimp.“

“We used BJ's for catering our rehearsal dinner last week. I cannot say enough about the service and the food! Every one was raving about it for the whole week we were there. The service was impeccable. The guys stayed and set everything up, topped us off when needed and cleaned up when we were finished with eating. It was amazing! I can't thank them enough for everything!“

“Had a wonderful Swedish massage today with Sara! She has great bedside manner, was cheerful, and gave a great massage!“

“This place is one of our favorites! The outdoor seating is so cute right on the water. We absolutely love it!“

“they are amazing big and delicious!“

“Geat food and service, and great live music in bar!“

“So fun to sit outside and have chips and guacamole and enjoy the view. Virgin pina colada is amazing! Love ❤️“

“Was in on the night of 10/4/25. Lover the decor, the food was excellent!! And the waitress was excellent!! Makes me want to come back again when I make it this way in the future!!“

“We ate here on Friday Oct. 20. Bartender was super friendly. Highly recommend the clam chowder, best we've ever had. I had the Grouper special and it great. My wife had the Tuna, was super pleased, cooked perfect and not many places get it right. They did. Chef was great to talk to. She explained a lot as we sat at the bar waiting for our food. Backyard bar was our kind of place. The band had to cancel because of rain but It would have been a great place to see one. Will go back next time we are in Duck. Thanks for a great experience.“

“The sportsbar portion of Captain George's restaurant. Full menu available, including the seafood buffet. TV'S all around, even in the booths. Hard not to find the game or event you're looking for. It's loud, but that's because folks are eating, drinking, and having a good time. They do have a bar food menu that's pretty good, and always drink specials. Off season it's usually full of locals there to hang out and catch the game.“

“Great burgers! Wait staff was fantastic. They were also very accommodating for a shellfish allergy and used a pan on the grill and changed gloves, as to not cross contaminate.(kitchen is open, so I watched the process) Also the waiter immediately told me I wouldn’t be able to eat the fries due to cross contamination and subbed a salad for the same price. We will return on our next visit.“