Hungry for barbecue? The Outer Banks is known for its high quality seafood, but if the popularity of bbq joints here is any indicator, it's known for its cue too! Outer Banks bbq is found all the way from upscale Corolla restaurants down through laid back Hatteras restaurants. But the central Nags Head restaurants sport a lot of them too. And it's not just pig bbq that shows up on the menu! Have you ever tried Tuna Cue? How about Turkey Cue? See, you don't have to be a carnivore to enjoy Outer Banks bbq! But it does help because then you can experience the entire spectrum of bbq goodness -- brisket, vinegary bbq, hot red sauced bbq, beef bbq. Boy, howdy, it's good. And, every single bbq restaurant seems to have stellar hushpuppies too...and perfect iced tea. Thanks goodness the Outer Banks is in the South! Several of the bbq places here will cater your event too. They pull their big outdoor cooker right to your yard and start cooking before dawn. That's quite a way to wake up -- with that bbq aroma wafting through the air! Ask any of the bbq restaurants listed here if they cater.
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
Outer Banks BBQ
5230 N. Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 1, Kitty Hawk
High Cotton BBQ is owned and operated by a native North Carolina family that was born and raised in the heart of BBQ country. They serve authentic, eastern North Carolina-style pork BBQ. The pork is smoked for hours over hickory, hand-chopped and then seasoned with a light, vinegar-based sauce that doesn't overpower the natural flavor of the smoked meat. The Southern fried chicken is crisp and delicious. The smoked chicken is so tender it falls right off the bone, and the Texas-style beef brisket is smoked, sliced and served with a tangy sauce. The St. Louis cut ribs are the local's favorite for good reason. Portions here are generous. They serve traditional side dishes like cole slaw, baked beans and fresh vegetables plus hush puppies and French fries. The sauces are homemade and available for purchase. They have a children's menu. This is a great place to feed a crowd, and they have a speedy to-go counter for take-out. Check out their convenient to-go packages and bring home your own pig-pickin'. The restaurant also offers catering. High Cotton serves lunch and dinner every day in season and closes for a short time in the winter. Plus, after a meal at High Cotton BBQ, you can step into their retail shop to pick up some of their own homemade BBQ sauces, fresh-roasted peanuts and fun t-shirts. They also carry Southern-style goodies like Moon Pies if you want to send a taste of Southern charm to that poor person who couldn’t come on vacation with you!
High Cotton BBQ is owned and operated by a native North Carolina family that was born and raised in the heart of BBQ country. They serve authentic, eastern...read more
High Cotton BBQ is owned and operated by a native North Carolina family that was...read more
Outer Banks BBQ
908 U.S. Highway 64, Manteo
If you love authentic pit-cooked eastern North Carolina barbecue, this is your place. On Highway 64 close to the Dare County Government Complex, Carolina Bar-B-Que Company serves house-smoked barbecue sandwiches or plates with slaw, potato salad, house-cut fries and hushpuppies. Owner and chef Mike Weaver also offers smoked chicken, burgers, Nathan's hot dogs, fried shrimp, clam strips, flounder and Brunswick stew. Wash it down with lemonade or tea, and finish it all off with a Deep-Fried Twinkie.
If you love authentic pit-cooked eastern North Carolina barbecue, this is your place. On Highway 64 close to the Dare County Government Complex,...read more
If you love authentic pit-cooked eastern North Carolina barbecue, this is your place. On Highway...read more
Outer Banks BBQ
5230 N. Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 1, Kitty Hawk
High Cotton BBQ is owned and operated by a native North Carolina family that was born and raised in the heart of BBQ country. They serve authentic, eastern North Carolina-style pork BBQ. The pork is smoked for hours over hickory, hand-chopped and then seasoned with a light, vinegar-based sauce that doesn't overpower the natural flavor of the smoked meat. The Southern fried chicken is crisp and delicious. The smoked chicken is so tender it falls right off the bone, and the Texas-style beef brisket is smoked, sliced and served with a tangy sauce. The St. Louis cut ribs are the local's favorite for good reason. Portions here are generous. They serve traditional side dishes like cole slaw, baked beans and fresh vegetables plus hush puppies and French fries. The sauces are homemade and available for purchase. They have a children's menu. This is a great place to feed a crowd, and they have a speedy to-go counter for take-out. Check out their convenient to-go packages and bring home your own pig-pickin'. The restaurant also offers catering. High Cotton serves lunch and dinner every day in season and closes for a short time in the winter. Plus, after a meal at High Cotton BBQ, you can step into their retail shop to pick up some of their own homemade BBQ sauces, fresh-roasted peanuts and fun t-shirts. They also carry Southern-style goodies like Moon Pies if you want to send a taste of Southern charm to that poor person who couldn’t come on vacation with you!
High Cotton BBQ is owned and operated by a native North Carolina family that was born and raised in the heart of BBQ country. They serve authentic, eastern...read more
High Cotton BBQ is owned and operated by a native North Carolina family that was...read more
Outer Banks BBQ
Ocracoke Civic & Business Association Contributor
621 Irvin Garrish Highway, Ocracoke
Ocracoke Oyster Company appeals to locals and visitors, featuring plentiful options of local seafood along with a large variety of oysters on the half shell. Serving fig wood-smoked barbecue, burgers, ribs, brisket and chicken, they also offer vegetarian options and a kids' menu. They have a nice selection of local beer. The restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner. They often have live music, and the kitchen stays open late in season.
Ocracoke Oyster Company appeals to locals and visitors, featuring plentiful options of local seafood along with a large variety of oysters on the half shell...read more
Ocracoke Oyster Company appeals to locals and visitors, featuring plentiful options of local seafood along...read more
For more than 20 years the Blue Crab Tavern has offered a taste of authentic island life. Stop by this soundside pub full of local color and tucked away on...read more
Locals and returning tourists alike sing the praises of the eastern Carolina-style pulled-pork sandwiches that have been served for almost 20 years at...
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Crazy Johnny’s Bar-B-Que operates out of a red food truck across from Conner’s Supermarket in Buxton. Serving ribs, brisket, chicken and more, Crazy Johnny’...read more
When you’re in the mood for something different, Duck Deli offers a departure from the standard Outer Banks seafood menus. Barbecue is the specialty, and it...read more
This is a great local dine-in or take-out restaurant with a very casual family atmosphere. The menu features seafood including soft-shell and hard-shell...read more
Fatty's Eatery is open for breakfast and lunch every day. They describe their menu as "crazy on purpose," satisfying everyone from the most adventurous...read more
Frisco Sandwich Company serves quick, healthy fare for people on the go. It’s fast, but we can’t call it fast food because it’s all prepared with care and...read more
The specialty here is authentic frozen custard: a thick, delicious concoction of fresh cream, milk, egg yolk, sugar and...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
