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! ❤️“

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

“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!“

“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.“

“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.“

“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!“

“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.“

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

“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!“

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

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

“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 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 atmosphere and the food was amazing!“

“Best pizza and pricing on the Outer Banks. Wings are awesome as well!!!!“

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

“Duck. The food was fantastic, the atmosphere was fun, and it had that laid-back Outer Banks vibe that makes you want to stay awhile.
The NC oysters were absolutely worth ordering. We also loved the salt and vinegar fries, which were crispy with the perfect amount of flavor, and the Tiger's Bite Salad was fresh, light, and filling.
If you're visiting during the summer, expect a wait for a table. Don't let that discourage you. Grab a drink outside, enjoy the live music, and soak in the atmosphere while you wait“

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

“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.“

“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“

“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.“

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

“delicious food and friendly staff“

“Sanya Sushi Bar is amazing! This place has the freshest tasting sushi and best quality on the OBX. It has a very clean and relaxing atmosphere. The prices are very reasonable. The staff is very kind, friendly, and they truly care about their customers. Great service, great value, and a wonderful experience overall. Highly recommend！“

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

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

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

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

“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!“

“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.“

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

“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“

“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!“

“Was delicious 🤤 Great service“

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

“Top notch!
The Ribeye was great, with amazing asparagus.
The Maytag salad with shrimp was fab.
Service was excellent - Rob is an excellent server and highly recommended! He will take great care of you.

Atmosphere was delightful.

The only issue we had was minor, and was taken care of so impressively I didn’t even want to mention it here! Other than to say, they MORE than took care of the problem!

The lemon sorbet was light, and so refreshing! Lovely - give it a try!

Finally: the Crème Brûlée is OUT OF THIS WORLD!! The best I’ve ever had! Perfect! I told Rob to take steak off the sign out front and put up Crème Brûlée! I was wishing I had skipped the steak and simply called 3 of these my protein for the day! Killer - must try!!

Over all, lovely evening in the capable care of Rob - we’d happily return!“

“Great experience, waiters very nice, great food“

“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!“

“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.“

“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!“

“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!!!!!“