If you look through all the Outer Banks restaurants in this category, you'll see that they go well beyond your typical sandwich shops. That's because many restaurants with much more varied menus also often include sandwiches, burger and such for diners who want something easier for dinner but who also want to be with the rest of their crew who are looking for a bigger meal. And, truth be told, some of the sandwich-type of offerings are pretty gourmet fare! But, you'll also see that this category includes the real Outer Banks burger, dog and sandwich joints, many of which have been serving hungry diners for many years. They're simple, laid back, anything but fancy...and turn out some great grub. They're the places you can walk in with your bathing suit and cover up, and no one's going to look at you funny or worry about the sand on your feel. Many of the restaurants in this section round out their menus with salads, soups and other sides, and they will also sometimes have daily specials that cross over into more substantial eats. At a lot of these Outer Banks restaurants, you can sit outside and enjoy that dog under the sun.
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
Known for providing breads to several local restaurants, Proof Bakery draws people to its storefront and bakery counter with its stellar reputation and its...read more
Dine in cozy ambiance and enjoy a variety of lunch and dinner dishes, including sandwiches, burgers, fish and chips, steamed seafood and vegetables, ribs,...read more
In a charming 1930s cottage right along N.C. Highway 12, The Roadside is a Duck institution. You can dine al fresco on the...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
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
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
SmacNally’s is an entirely outdoor establishment smack on the harbor docks. Fresh steamed shrimp, shareable apps, cold beer and breathtaking sunsets make it...read more
If you find yourself hungry and in a hurry on the lower end of Hatteras village, head to the Snack Shack. In Hatteras Landing right next to the Hatteras-...read more
Snow Bird has been serving burgers and ice cream on the Beach Road in Nags Head since 1958. Burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, fish tacos, a Greek gyro,...read more