50 Best Vegetarian Restaurants near Southern Shores

“We have been to Steamers on several occasions. Every time we have had amazing service. The food was sensational. The service was outstanding professionally courteous and provided great ideas. We will definitely come back.“

“Dare Friendz (Outer Banks Autism Society) absolutely loved the delicious pizza we got from Cosmo’s today! The girl out the counter was SO sweet too!! Thanks Cosmo’s Crew! ❤️“

“We enjoyed our breakfast very much! Shout out to our wonderful waitress that understood what “Heavy on the powdered sugar” meant! I was a happy camper! Everything we had was delicious! Line moves very quick and food comes out just as fast!“

“The food is phenomenal. Try the Hawaiian Pork Platter. OMG deliciousness!! And the staff is on their game - friendly, casual - all around great service. I will be back EVERY time I’m down here! Yummy.“

“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.“

“Such a great place! Friendly, delicious food and quick service!“

“Wonderful place! Awesome food!“

“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.“

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

“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!“

“We celebrated our anniversary here and could not have asked for a better experience! From the moment we walked in, everything was absolutely amazing. The food was outstanding — every dish was full of flavor, perfectly prepared, and beautifully presented. You can truly tell they take pride in both the quality of the food and the overall dining experience. The service was just as impressive. Christa was our server and she went above and beyond to make our night feel special. She was attentive, friendly, knowledgeable, and made us feel genuinely welcomed throughout the entire evening. It’s rare to find service that stands out this much, but she truly made our anniversary dinner even more memorable. If you are looking for amazing food, outstanding service, and a restaurant that makes you feel appreciated, I highly recommend this place. We will definitely be back!“

“Outstanding!!!! Our new must go to in OBX!“

“OBX food but just a touch more refined. CIA Trained chef who’s been around and the food shows. Highly recommended.“

“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.“

“Great atmosphere and the food was amazing!“

“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.“

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

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

“What a great place. It is bright and airy. They do have outdoor seating and even though it was 55 degrees with a 25 mph wind, there were people eating on the deck.

Our waiter, Carlos, is great. Smiling, friendly and polite and makes great recommendations.

My husband had the fish and chips (salt and vinegar). I had the gumbo and a side of sweet potato fries. So really good. My husband also had the Screwball expresso martini. Wowza!“

“Great food, and very nice staff. It’s a great little place!“

“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!“

“Really friendly hostess and great waitress. Stopped in with our 3 month old baby and hostess offered to hold her so I could eat my food and waitress was super attentive and sweet. It’s nice to have great service. Seems to not be the case most places anymore. We only got drinks and an app but definitely would go back!“

“This place is awesome! We love it for breakfast! Food was excellent and the service is so fun! Ask for Claudine when you go and tell her I sent you! She is the best!“

“One of the nicest waitress "s I have had the privilege of meeting (El"lisa) I wish all treated customers like this young lady. P S good food. Hope yall will take the time to give her a pat on the back“

“Lovely atmosphere. Delicious menu. You might want to check online for their weekly menu. Fresh but limited since this is FRESH. Well worth the wait and time to prepare the food. Great for romantic dinner! Highly recommend dining here!“

“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.“

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

“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.“

“5 out 5 stars. Food was delicious. Mark brought our food , set everything up. Very professional. This was our third time. Never disappoints.“

“A must stop for dinner. Prime Rib was amazing n priced well. Seafood excellent. 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.“

“Had the pizza delivered on Friday night to John Yancy Ocean front Inn. The pizza was there within 35 minutes maybe sooner . The ingredients were fresh the pie was delicious. This is our new favorite pizza restaurant. I even ordered one to take back home.“

“delicious food and friendly staff“

“They got some really good fish tacos I'll tell you that much.“

“I was already a fan of Thai Room, but Saturday night the Khao Soi special was hand downs one of the best meals I have ever had! 1,000 compliments to the chef!“

“We live here and oddly hadn’t been yet. Our grandson saw hibachi when I was passing by a couple days ago and asked to go. What a absolutely great experience from the front door to the dessert that I didn’t get to try because my grandson & husband devoured before I get my fighting tools in lol“

“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!“

“Fun spot! Great people, delicious beer!🙂“

“Was delicious 🤤 Great service“

“Always a great experience here. Everyone is so professional but yet down to earth. The food is always good and cooked just like you like it. I highly recommend it to anyone, local or not. If you are vacationing try it. You want be disappointed.“

“Great experience, waiters very nice, great food“

“Yes people pineapple does go well on Slice Pizza! Bought two Hawaiians and two cheese plus garlic knots, which are to die for y'all!“

“We were looking for pizza close to where we were staying, and this was it!! It was so good! The crust was crispy on the bottom, super soft on the inside. The sauce and toppings were also a hit. So so so good!“

“🚨 🚨 ‼️ ‼️ 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! 🍻 🍸 🥃“

“Seafood n all u can eat love it“

“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!“

“Great Bagels, great coffee, great service! Make sure you stop in while in OBX!“

“We had a great date night here. Delicious cocktails and food. Very fresh ingredients. Definitely check it out! While this was our first time, I observed the staff really knowing their regulars…had their beverages ready to go when they walked in. Very cool local spot.“

“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!! 🦀🦀🦀🦀🦀“