Nags Head Restaurants

Nags Head Restaurants

Restaurants accept credit cards and are handicapped accessible, unless otherwise noted. Website addresses, email addresses and phone numbers are subject to change. Restaurants listed are open year-round unless otherwise noted. As of January 2, 2010 smoking will be prohibited in all enclosed areas of restaurants and bars.

Locally caught seafood changes seasonally, please check with the individual restaurants to find out what is in-season.

Applebee's

Lunch, Dinner
Southwestern cuisine, salads, soups, sandwiches, steaks, seafood.

MP 14.5, Bypass, Nags Head
(252) 441-3652

Austin Fish Co.

Open April - November
Take out only
Retail seafood store. Local seafood, fried meals, steamed shrimp, crabs, lobsters, snow crab legs, sandwiches and soups.
Serving Local North Carolina Seafood

MP 12.5, Bypass, Nags Head
(252) 441-7412
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Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe

Open February 10 - December 31
Fresh local seafood, just picked vegetables from local farmers. Harris Ranch Black Angus beef, Ashley Farms poultry and quality pork from NC farms. Karaoke Saturday nights.
Serving Local North Carolina Seafood

Nags Head/Manteo Causeway, Nags Head
(252) 441-5405
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Beach Road Grill

Lunch, Dinner
Casual dining, NC seafood entrees, sandwiches, wraps and desserts. Live entertainment.
Serving Local North Carolina Seafood

MP 10.5, Beach Road, Nags Head
(252) 480-2228

Blue Moon Beach Grill

Lunch, Dinner
Southern cooking with Caribbean flavor. Local seafood.
Serving Local North Carolina Seafood

MP 13, Bypass/Beach Road, Nags Head
(252) 261-2583
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Dairy Queen

Lunch, Dinner
Ice cream. Ice cream cakes available.

MP 16, Nags Head
(252) 480-3038

Dirty Dick's Crabhouse

Open March - December
Lunch, Dinner
NC seafood, steamed crabs, shrimp, clams and more with cajun flair. Grill and raw bar featuring charbroiled oysters. Bar. Large parties welcome.
Serving Local North Carolina Seafood

MP 10, Bypass, Nags Head
(252) 449-2722
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Dune Burger

Open March - Thanksgiving
Lunch, Dinner
Fast food - hamburgers, hot dogs, BBQ, french fries and ice cream.

MP 16.5, Beach Road, Nags Head
(252) 441-2441

The Dunes Restaurant

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Contemporary coastal southern cuisine at affordable prices. Cocktail bar. Occasional entertainment.
Getaway Card Accepted
Serving Local North Carolina Seafood

MP 16.5, Bypass, Nags Head
(252) 441-1600
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Dunkin’ Donuts

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Fresh made donuts, hot and iced coffee, iced tea, mocha and caramel lattes, cappuccino, breakfast sandwiches, flatbread sandwiches. Drive thru.

MP 10.5, Bypass, Nags Head
(252) 480-1629
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Fatboyz Ice Cream & Grill

Open April - October
Lunch, Dinner
Angus burgers, hot dogs, homemade crabcakes, tuna, fries, onion rings, sundaes, shakes, ice cream cakes and more.

MP 16, Beach Road, Nags Head
(252) 441-6514

Front Porch Café

Open at 6 a.m. Evening hours in-season. Traditional coffeehouse offering a wide assortment of fresh baked goods.
Getaway Card Accepted

MP 10.75, Nags Head
(252) 480-6616
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Grits Grill

Breakfast, Lunch
Breakfast all day. Sandwiches, burgers, soups and salads. Open 6 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Outer Banks Mall, Nags Head
(252) 449-2888

Harbor Point Grill & Pizzeria

Lunch, Dinner
Fresh Outer Banks seafood, specialty pizzas, steaks and pasta. Nightly specials! Karaoke on Friday nights. Drinks specials! We Deliver!

MP 14.5, Outer Banks Mall, Nags Head
(252) 261-6800
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How Sweet It Is

Homemade ice cream, ice cream cakes, candy, salt water taffy, coffee and snacks.

MP 12.5, Jockey's Ridge Crossing, Nags Head
(252) 441-4485

Jockey's Ribs

Dinner
Family owned and operated since 1985. Homemade BBQ ribs, chicken, steaks and seafood.

MP 13, Beach Road, Nags Head
(252) 441-1141

Kelly's Outer Banks Restaurant & Tavern

Dinner
NC seafood, beef, pasta, vegetarian offerings and more. Casual to fine dining. Children's menu. Seating for dinner until 10 p.m. AAA three star rating. Bar/lounge/entertainment.
Getaway Card Accepted
Serving Local North Carolina Seafood

MP 10.5, Bypass, Nags Head
(252) 441-4116
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Kentucky Fried Chicken/Taco Bell

Lunch, Dinner
Chicken, chicken strips, wings, picnic salads, fries, tacos, burritos, taco salad, gorditas, chalupas.

Nags Head
(252) 441-3028

La Fogata

Lunch, Dinner
Authentic Mexican food. Bar.

MP 14, Bypass, Nags Head
(252) 441-4179

Lucky 12 Tavern

Lunch, Dinner
Fresh local seafood, burgers, cheese steaks, salads, New york style pizza served until 2 a.m. Children's menu available. Live entertainment.
Serving Local North Carolina Seafood

MP 12, Beach Road, Nags Head
(252) 255-5825
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Miller's Waterfront Restaurant

Open March - October
Lunch, Dinner
Coastal Carolina cuisine focusing on fresh seafood, live entertainment.

MP 16, Bypass, Nags Head
(252) 441-6151
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Mulligan's Raw Bar & Grille

Lunch, Dinner
Across from Jockey's Ridge. American beach cuisine, local seafood, steak. Bar/entertainment. Reservations accepted. Large groups welcome.
Serving Local North Carolina Seafood

MP 13, Bypass, Nags Head
(252) 480-2000
Website

New China Buffet

Lunch, Dinner
Mandarin, Szechuan and Hunan cuisine. Take-out or eat in.

MP 14, Outer Banks Mall, Nags Head
(252) 449-8000

New York Bagels

Breakfast, Lunch
Fresh homemade bagels, cream cheese, lunch salads and cold cut sandwiches.

MP 14.5, Nags Head
(252) 480-0990

New York Pizza Pub

Open March - December
Lunch, Dinner
Italian and American cuisine. Gourmet pizza, steaks, homemade pasta, salad, kids menu, homemade desserts. Bar.

MP 10, Bypass, Nags Head
(252) 441-2660

Outback Steakhouse

Dinner
Bold flavors, American fare with an Australian flair. Steakhouse, seafood and pasta. Call ahead seating is available. Take-out available.

MP 14.5, Outer Banks Mall, Nags Head
(252) 441-3981

Owen's Restaurant

Open mid-March through December
Dinner
Rich southern coastal cuisine including fresh local fish, shellfish and whole Maine lobster, NC pork ribs, pasta, desserts. Extensive wine list. AAA three Diamond.
Serving Local North Carolina Seafood

MP 16.5, Nags Head
(252) 441-7309
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Pamlico Jack's

Open March - December
Dinner
Great sunset view. Mesquite open flame grilling. Early dining specials from 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Live entertainment.
Serving Local North Carolina Seafood

MP 16, Bypass, Nags Head
252) 441-2637
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Pier House Restaurant

Open April - November
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Casual oceanview dining. Fresh local seafood and homemade daily lunch specials.
Getaway Card Accepted
Serving Local North Carolina Seafood

MP 11.5, Beach Road, Nags Head Pier, Nags Head
(252) 441-4200
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Player's Grille

Lunch, Sunday Brunch
Local seafood, burgers, salads and sandwiches.
Serving Local North Carolina Seafood

MP 14, Soundside, Nags Head
(252) 441-8076, (800) 851-9404
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Prime Only

Dinner
Fine casual dining at its best. Corn-fed midwestern beef and local seafood. Our filets are "butter knife tender."
Serving Local North Carolina Seafood

MP 10.5, Bypass, Nags Head
(252) 480-0047
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Red Drum Taphouse Grill

Open mid-February through December 1
Lunch, Dinner
Local seafood, prime steaks, pasta, sandwiches, microbrew pub-style bar with 18 beers on tap.
Serving Local North Carolina Seafood

MP 10.5, Beach Road, Nags Head
(252) 480-1095

Sam & Omie's

Open March - November
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Breakfast cooked to order, homemade soups, salads, desserts and the freshest seafood.

MP 16.5, Beach Road, Nags Head
(252) 441-7366
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The Snow Bird

Lunch, Dinner
Burgers, BBQ, steak subs, chicken subs, seafood and over 24 flavors of soft serve ice cream. 12 p.m. - 12 a.m. Sunday - Thursday and 12 p.m. - 3 a.m. Friday -Saturday.

MP 12, Beach Road, Nags Head
(252) 480-0000

Sonic American's Drive-In

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Quick service restaurant featuring hamburgers, hot dogs, french fries, onion rings, specialty frozen drinks in a drive-in setting.

MP 14.5, Bypass, Nags Head
(252) 441-9030

Subway

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Subs, salads, wraps, pizza.

MP 16, Nags Head
(252) 480-2575

Sugar Creek Seafood Restaurant

Open February - December
Lunch, Dinner
Beautiful sunsets on the Roanoke Sound. Fresh local seafood, prime rib, chicken, pork and pasta. Family oriented. Large groups welcome.
Serving Local North Carolina Seafood

MP 16.5, Nags Head/Manteo Causeway, Nags Head
(252) 441-4963
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Sugar Shack Seafood Market

Lunch, Dinner
Fresh local seafood, steamed, fried, steamer buckets, boats, sandwiches. Any seafood you want - we have it! Take-out or eat in.
Serving Local North Carolina Seafood

MP 16.5, Nags Head/Manteo Causeway, Nags Head
(252) 441-3888
Website

Taiko Japanese Restaurant

Lunch, Dinner
A wide variety of traditional, healthy Japanese fare. Raw and cooked sushi selections, sushi rolls, shrimp, beef, chicken and noodles.

MP 14, Outer Banks Mall, Nags Head
(252) 449-8895

Tale of the Whale

Open April - October
Dinner
Fresh local seafood, steaks and pasta. Entertainment.
Serving Local North Carolina Seafood

Nags Head/Manteo Causeway, Nags Head
(252) 441-7332
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Tortuga's Lie

Lunch, Dinner
Caribbean inspired seafood, chicken, beef, pasta, vegetarian dishes, burgers and sandwiches.

MP 11, Beach Road, Nags Head
(252) 441-7299
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Tropical Smoothie Café

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Gourmet wraps, sandwiches and real fruit smoothies.

MP 14, Nags Head
(252) 441-3500, (252) 449-2200
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Viva Mexican Grille

Lunch, Dinner
All kinds of burritos, quesadillas, tacos, chips and salsa.

MP 10.5, Nags Head
(252) 441-1601

Yellow Submarine

Closed January - February
Lunch, Dinner
Specialty pizzas, Philly cheese steak, subs, stromboli's, calzones, deli wraps, sandwiches, fresh salads, kids menu and more. Free delivery from MP 8-21 and Pirates Cove.
Getaway Card Accepted

MP 14.5, Outer Banks Mall, Nags Head
(252) 441-3511
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