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
It’s worth a cruise down the Beach Road to check out Sal’s NY Pizza. With an extensive menu of made-from-scratch classic...read more
Originally opened in 1937 by Sam Tillett and his son, Omie, both fishermen, this was the original place to book Oregon Inlet fishing charters and get a...read more
Sandbar and Grille is a longtime island favorite. It has a casual atmosphere, delicious food and an expansive view of Pamlico Sound and every sunset....read more
This cozy Nags Head eatery serves barista-quality coffee and espresso, teas, craft cocktails and inspired food for breakfast, brunch and lunch. The star of...read more
From the same restaurant family as Broken Plate Kitchen in Corolla, Seanna Tavern serves traditional American cuisine with a leaning toward seafood....read more
Shaka’s Beach Bar & Grill is all about good-time beach vibes and bold tropical flavors. Experienced restaurateurs from California and Virginia opened...read more
Sharky's OBX Grill is a go-to for to-go breakfast and lunch. It's ultra-convenient to the Kitty Hawk beach accesses, making it the perfect spot to stock...read more
Sheila's Carolina Kitchen is inside the clubhouse at Cape Hatteras KOA, but you do not have to be a guest of the KOA to enjoy it. They offer inexpensive,...read more
Increase your vitality and energy with real, nutrient-dense, plant-based food and cold-pressed juices. Shine On Juicery serves smoothies, fresh juices, acai...read more
Getting Shipwrecked on the Outer Banks is far from a bad thing at this new tap house and grill in Kitty Hawk. If you're looking for inspired Outer...read more
If you love home-style Southern cooking, then Simply Southern Kitchen is the place for you. They offer relaxed, down-home feasts for the whole family. Menu...read more
This great pizza place serves up some of the best pies around, and you can get individual slices of a variety of pies any...read more