--- title: Eater Lists 18 Essential Outer Banks Restaurants description: When you think of an Outer Banks vacation, the first thing that comes to mind is probably the beach. The pristine shoreline is great for activities, whether you're looking to engage in water sports and or relax in the sun, but it also means you get access to some seriously fresh seafood while you're in the area. If you're a foodie, then you absolutely have to check out some of the local cuisine! Need an idea of where to start? Check out Eater's list of essential Outer Banks restaurants!  image: https://www.outerbanks.me/hubfs/uy-vo-lH2kooyMxb8-unsplash.jpg --- [![outerbanks-me-stacked](https://www.outerbanks.me/hs-fs/hubfs/outerbanks-me-stacked.png?width=565&name=outerbanks-me-stacked.png "outerbanks-me-stacked")](https://outerbanks.me) [![outerbanks-me-stacked](https://www.outerbanks.me/hs-fs/hubfs/outerbanks-me-stacked.png?width=565&name=outerbanks-me-stacked.png "outerbanks-me-stacked")](http://outerbanks.me) [**](https://www.outerbanks.me/eater-lists-18-essential-outer-banks-restaurants#) 1 ![featured image 1](https://www.outerbanks.me/hubfs/uy-vo-lH2kooyMxb8-unsplash.jpg) Shopping and Dining # Eater Lists 18 Essential Outer Banks Restaurants ![](https://www.outerbanks.me/hubfs/BEAADA8B-EAB9-41DB-B81E-479BD788DF9F.jpg) By [Bailee Wilson](https://www.outerbanks.me/author/bailee-wilson) August 22, 2023 ### Posts by Topic - [Activities (119)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/activities) - [Amusement (107)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/amusement) - [Events (94)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/events) - [Family (62)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/family) - [Around Town (55)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/around-town) - [Shopping and Dining (54)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/shopping-and-dining) - [Holiday (43)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/holiday) - [Outdoor (28)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/outdoor) - [Summer (28)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/summer) - [Beach (26)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/beach) - [History (22)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/history) - [Winter (22)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/winter) - [Free (18)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/free) - [Tips and Tricks (16)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/tips-and-tricks) - [Date Night (15)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/date-night) - [News (13)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/news) - [Music (8)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/music) - [Nightlife (4)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/nightlife) - [Fitness (2)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/fitness) - [Off-Season (2)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/off-season) - [Notable Locals (1)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/notable-locals) - [Pop Culture (1)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/pop-culture) - [Season Passes (1)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/season-passes) - [Wildlife (1)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/wildlife) Search When you think of an Outer Banks vacation, the first thing that comes to mind is probably the beach. The pristine shoreline is great for activities, whether you're looking to engage in water sports and or relax in the sun, but it also means you get access to some seriously fresh seafood while you're in the area. If you're a foodie, then you absolutely have to check out some of the local cuisine! Need an idea of where to start? Check out [Eater's list of essential Outer Banks restaurants](https://carolinas.eater.com/maps/best-restaurants-outer-banks)!  ![vicky-ng-lIQRPsA43tw-unsplash](https://www.outerbanks.me/hs-fs/hubfs/vicky-ng-lIQRPsA43tw-unsplash.jpg?width=3347&height=4463&name=vicky-ng-lIQRPsA43tw-unsplash.jpg) [Lighthouse Bagels:](http://lighthouse-bagels.square.site/) a breakfast spot specializing in New York- and New Jersey-style bagels [The Blue Point:](http://www.thebluepoint.com/) a fine dining restaurant with a seafood-heavy menu that is best classified as "fancy Southern"  [Eventide:](https://www.eventideduck.com/) offers a "menu of sandwiches, snacks, and charcuterie for a dockside wine bar experience that feels transported from Cape Cod or coastal Maine"  [Trio Restaurant & Market:](https://obxtrio.com/) "one-third wine and cheese shop, one-third wine bar, and one-third restaurant"  [Stack'em High Pancakes and So Forth:](http://www.stackemhighpancakesandsoforth.com/) pancakes take center stage at this beloved breakfast joint.  [Swells’a Brewing:](http://www.swellsabrewing.com/) a community-centered brewery that frequently features events like live music and artisan nights ![linus-mimietz-H8eA0xFm7KA-unsplash](https://www.outerbanks.me/hs-fs/hubfs/linus-mimietz-H8eA0xFm7KA-unsplash.jpg?width=2129&height=3785&name=linus-mimietz-H8eA0xFm7KA-unsplash.jpg) [Mama Kwan’s Tiki Bar & Grill:](https://www.mamakwans.com/) "Hawaii meets Coastal Carolina"  [Biscuits N' Porn:](http://www.biscuitsnporn.net/) there's almost always a line at this regionally famous breakfast restaurant, with nearly all of the guests waiting for their delicious biscuits  [Single Fin Thai-Sushi Restaurant:](http://singlefinobx.com/) "head to Single Fin when the family is craving fresh seafood but tired of the Calabash-style fried platters"  [Tortugas Lie:](http://www.tortugaslie.com/) a beach town joint with huge portions and an amazing, energetic atmosphere  [Basnight’s Lone Cedar Cafe:](http://www.lonecedarcafe.com/) "a pioneer of sustainable dining before it was en vogue"  [Orange Blossom Bakery & Cafe:](http://www.orangeblossombakery.com/) a popular bakery with a rotating menu of scrumptious goodies  [Kat's Deli:](https://www.delibythebeach.com/) "serves classic deli sandwiches with a few twists" ![gianluca-riccio-ZK-4SnogcBE-unsplash](https://www.outerbanks.me/hs-fs/hubfs/gianluca-riccio-ZK-4SnogcBE-unsplash.jpg?width=4208&height=2366&name=gianluca-riccio-ZK-4SnogcBE-unsplash.jpg) [The Wreck Tiki Bar:](http://www.thewreckobx.com/) "classic bar food meets the tropics"  [Zillie's Island Pantry:](https://www.zillies.com/) a wonderful wine bar that offers everything you need for build-you-own-charcuterie  [Dajio:](http://www.dajiorestaurant.com/) an elevated restaurant that combines "French techniques with Southern inspiration" [Eduardo's Taco Stand:](https://eduardosocracoke.com/) one of the highest-rated local restaurants (and for good reason- the tacos are phenomenal!)  [Back Porch Restaurant:](https://www.facebook.com/BackPorchOBX/) "a neighborhood joint with an eclectic menu"  Read more here: [https://carolinas.eater.com/maps/best-restaurants-outer-banks](https://carolinas.eater.com/maps/best-restaurants-outer-banks)  What's your favorite restaurant in the Outer Banks? 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