The North Carolina Coast Restaurants

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  • 1. Café Pamlico

    $$$$

    Overlooking Pamlico Sound, this upscale bistro puts the focus squarely on locally sourced seafood, vegetables from the accompanying inn's own garden, and friendly service by local staff. Among the favorites are shrimp and grits, grilled catch of the day, tuna ceviche, and crab cakes.

    49684 NC 12, Buxton, North Carolina, 27920, USA
    252-995–4500

    Known For

    • Gorgeous sunsets
    • Fine-dining atmosphere rare on Outer Banks
    • Crab cakes that don't skimp on the crab
  • 2. Dancing Turtle Coffee Shop

    $ | Coffee

    The long list of mocha varieties at this early-morning hot spot tempt you to deviate from your usual latte, and the fluffy muffins and scones only add to the decadence. All-fruit smoothies offer a healthy balance.

    58079 NC 12, Hatteras Village, North Carolina, 27943, USA
    252-986--4004

    Known For

    • Long specialty smoothie menu
    • Coffee drinks with elaborate flavor options
    • Grab-and-go pastries

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon.--Wed.
  • 3. Breakwater

    $$$

    Perched atop Oden's Dock with views across the sound, this midpriced, seafood-oriented spot serves broiled and fried shrimp and fish, and plenty of specialty entrées like Cajun scallop tortellini and veggie options like coconut-curry stir-fry. The dining room is a bit small, but waiting for a table in comfortable chairs on the deck overlooking Pamlico Sound is not a chore.

    57878 NC 12, Hatteras Village, North Carolina, 27943, USA
    252-986–2733

    Known For

    • Crab-stuffed flounder
    • Live acoustic music
    • Stunning sunset views

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues., Credit cards accepted, Reservations not accepted
  • 4. Buxton Munch Company

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    This casual lunch spot, tucked away in a strip center, has been going strong for over 20 years, specializing in fish and shrimp tacos, wraps, burgers, salads, and sandwiches. There's nothing fancy here, but prices are reasonable, and there may be a line at peak times.

    47359 NC 12, Buxton, North Carolina, USA
    252-995–5502

    Known For

    • Crabby pattie crab cakes
    • Inexpensive and fairly quick
    • Local institution

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
  • 5. Hatteras Sol Waterside Grill

    $$$

    The Widespread Panic concert posters lining the walls are the first clue that this isn't the usual waterfront seafood spot; the next is the quality of the non-seafood options, like a strawberry and arugula salad, or the spicy margherita flatbread pizza. Of course, the ocean's bounty is well represented, from seafood corn chowder to a creamy shrimp carbonara.

    58646 NC 12, Hatteras Village, North Carolina, 27943, USA
    252-986--1414

    Known For

    • Upscale food with a laid-back vibe
    • Sunset views across the sound
    • Creative approach to fresh seafood

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon.
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  • 6. Oceanas Bistro

    $$$

    Open year-round for lunch and dinner (seasonally for breakfast), this long-established and popular roadside restaurant is a great spot to get local seafood and a variety of other dishes at moderate prices. Daily specials range from prime rib to tacos and grillers, a cross between a pizza and a quesadilla that's topped with tuna, crab, chicken, or veggies. The bistro has a full bar and a good selection of local beers to wash it all down with.

    40774 NC 12, Avon, North Carolina, 27915, USA
    252-995–4991

    Known For

    • Well-prepared seafood and other dishes
    • Moderate prices
    • Tuna, crab, or chicken grillers
  • 7. Orange Blossom Bakery & Cafe

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    There's a line out the door during summer for this bakery's "Apple Uglies," fried amalgams of doughnut dough and apples. There's also a full menu of breakfast burritos and egg sandwiches to enjoy on the patio out front. 

    47206 NC 12, Buxton, North Carolina, 27920, USA

    Known For

    • Pastries doused in chocolate
    • Homemade biscuit sandwiches
    • Breakfast burritos

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed weekdays Jan.–mid-Mar.
  • 8. The Captain's Table

    $$
    Closed Permanently

    South of the entrance for the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, this place is popular for its well-prepared food and homey manner. Stuffed flounder, fried soft-shell crabs, homemade crab salad, burgers, and assorted sandwiches are favorites though the menu also lists pasta, chicken, beef, and pulled pork. Weathered wood-shingle siding outside and maritime art and objects inside give the feel of an old-fashioned beach house.

    47048 Rte. 12, MM 61, Buxton, North Carolina, 27920, USA
    252-995–5988

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed late Nov.–late March

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