Outer Banks Restaurants

American & Family Oriented

Great food abounds in Outer Banks restaurants, and most all could be described as American and Family oriented. Of course, some restaurants are a lot more suited for big family groups due to their size, and even on the Outer Banks, there are restaurants where you probably wouldn't feel particularly comfortable taking a small, fidgety toddler or baby that might be crying. But the restaurants that we describe as American and Family Oriented are ones we know as locals -- from our own experience taking wee ones out to eat -- are good picks. There will be high chairs, and the wait staff will accommodate your needs with a smile. Sometimes there are even kid-centered activities such as games, pirate ships or corn hole to keep them happy til the food comes. One enterprising Outer Banks restaurant even offers pony rides! You can assume you'll find a menu full of items that you're very familiar with, and you can bet there will be a special Kids' Menu too. But don’t assume that American and Family Oriented means boring! Outer Banks restaurant chefs pride themselves on serving high-quality and imaginative food, often from local farms and certainly from local waters! And, to keep you adults content until the meal arrives, many local restaurants also have live entertainment.

Outer Banks Restaurants by Area

Corolla | Duck & Southern Shores | Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills & Nags Head
Roanoke Island & Manteo | Hatteras Island | Ocracoke Island

Outer Banks Restaurants by Category

Hungry? Look for the red food truck next to the Ocracoke Variety Store. While you are working up an appetite for lunch, they are busy inside making hand-...read more

Olde Towne Creamery is known for offering the largest selection of sweets that the whole family craves – delicious premium hand-dipped ice cream, smoothies...read more

Named for the orange trees that once grew on the property, Orange Blossom is a Hatteras Island favorite for breakfast. Everyone loves the Apple Uglies and...read more

You're most likely familiar with the food Outback serves. Whether you choose the baby back ribs, prime rib, New York strip steak or lobster tails, you can't...read more

Outer Bean is more than just a coffee shop serving both local and fair trade varieties of java. They are a one-stop shop...read more

Pamlico Deli specializes in big, made-to-order, New York-style deli sandwiches and pre-prepared, authentic Italian takeout meals, all made with high-quality...read more

Experience unique island and international cuisine at Pangea Tavern. From gourmet burgers to fresh seafood, Pangea has something for everyone’s taste buds....read more

At Pigman's you'll find several types of barbecue. In addition to traditional pork, they have beef, tuna and turkey. They also have slow-smoked...read more