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.“

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

“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!“

“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!“

“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.“

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

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

“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!“

“Great atmosphere and the food was amazing!“

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

“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 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!“

“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!“

“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“

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

“Very good sushi! I’m very picky so I just went with spicy California rolls and the crab wontons, literally the best sushi and crab wontons I’ve ever had. We did pickup and the people working were so very nice!!!!! 10/10 highly recommend!“

“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 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“

“The best restaurant on the OBX for food and service. Always my go to place.“

“NC Coast Grill & Bar was a great lunch stop for my wife and me. We ordered the Damn Good Burger, a double stacked burger that truly lived up to its name.It was juicy, flavorful, and absolutely delicious.

We also ordered the crab dip as an appetizer, and it was very good as well. We loved this place and would definitely recommend it. It was absolutely worth it.“

“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.“

“A must stop for dinner. Prime Rib was amazing n priced well. Seafood excellent. 5 stars“

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

“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.“

“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!“

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

“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 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“

“Was delicious 🤤 Great service“

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

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

“Seafood n all u can eat love it“

“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 🌯🐾🥰“

“Great experience, waiters very nice, great food“

“We had an amazing experience at JK’s, thanks in large part to our incredible server, Emily! She was fun, knowledgeable, and handled our large party flawlessly.
The Service & Atmosphere:
We arrived with a large party of 16. They sat us within 45 minutes by splitting us into two nearby tables, which worked perfectly for us.
Vibe: The restaurant is bustling, energetic, and filled with people having a great time. It’s probably not the best spot for a quiet, intimate date night, but it was absolutely perfect for our group.
The Food: Everything we ordered was delicious and incredibly well done. From the bread and butter to the soups, salads, and main entrees, the kitchen nailed every single dish.
Area for Improvement: The only downside to our evening was the hostess at the front entrance. She wasn't warm or inviting, and unfortunately, she came across as quite rude to some of the elderly members of our group. We are hoping she is just new and still learning customer service skills.
The Verdict:
Despite the rocky start at the door, Emily completely made up for it the second we sat down. Her exceptional kindness and attentiveness saved the night. If you are thinking about trying JK’s, go for it! The food and waitstaff are well worth the visit.“

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

“Had Lunch with jusband and daughter on 10-15-25 we ordered and ate only to find a roache crawing over my dauthers head on the wall near out booth. Long story short another on was on our table and fell off onto my husband's lap. Disgusting!! Never Again. The place was bit that crowded now i know why. EXTERMINATE PLEASE!!!!!“

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