When most of us think about dining in Outer Banks restaurants, we see the entire package: sitting down at a nice table, interacting with other patrons, appreciating the well-trained wait staff. Certainly, that's the predominant experience of eating out here. But, sometimes, especially in summer when the crowds are large, the waits long and the weather just right for dining al fresco, you might consider getting a meal from one of the Outer Banks take-out only restaurants. No, they're not all fast food-types of places. Some of them serve ready to go lunches or popular ethnic foods. Food trucks have gained in popularity in recent years and are currently found in Corolla and Ocracoke. Most of the time, there's a picnic table nearby where you can perch and enjoy your food. And, as you might expect, some of these Outer Banks take-out only places feature pizza, but you'll also find steamer pots, gourmet meals, deli offerings, barbecue and burgers. Take-out Outer Banks restaurants can be the perfect choice if you're trying to negotiate the dining scene with a large group. Most restaurants have a hard time seating a party of 15 at one time, but if you get take-out, the problem is solved. Just find yourself a lovely Outer Banks spot, spread a blanket and enjoy the best scenery dining out can offer you!
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 Take-Out
4146 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 3.5, Kitty Hawk
Bad Bean Baja Grill creates a distinctive dining experience. Utilizing techniques and flavors found all across Latin America, California and the Baja Peninsula, the award-winning chefs present a creative fusion of familiar cantina favorites. One of the favorite dishes is the fish tacos topped with salsa fresca, crisp jicama slaw and cilantro chimichurri. The slow-cooked beef brisket and pork barbacoa also make for delicious tacos as well as burritos, wraps and quesadillas. Bad Bean always uses fresh, local seafood, and their chips, salsas, guacamole and queso dips are all made in-house. Be sure to check out the nightly dinner specials, and on Fridays stop by for fresh fish ceviche. Along with the full restaurant menu, the bar serves some of the best fresh fruit margaritas and mojitos on the beach. Plus they have an ever-changing selection of craft and draft beers. This cool Outer Banks restaurant is open year-round for lunch and dinner. Take-out, including party packs for groups, is available.
Bad Bean Baja Grill creates a distinctive dining experience. Utilizing techniques and flavors found all across Latin America, California and the Baja...read more
Bad Bean Baja Grill creates a distinctive dining experience. Utilizing techniques and flavors found all...read more
Sweet T’s Coffee Beer & Wine in Duck is the perfect casual spot to hang out. As a full-service coffee shop it offers many of the coffee and espresso drinks you love, plus pastries, muffins, bagels and other treats. A large selection of craft beer and wine makes it simple to enjoy the tree-shaded deck with a draft beer or glass of wine. You can also mix-and-match a six-pack or grab a bottle of wine to go. Sweet T’s serves light snacks and features a selection of wraps and salads from The Salad Bowl. Live music is offered occasionally in the late afternoons and evenings, and wine and beer tastings are held regularly. They have free WiFi too. In season, they're open seven days a week. Off-season days vary, but visitors will generally find them open every day except Sunday.
Sweet T’s Coffee Beer & Wine in Duck is the perfect casual spot to hang out. As a full-service coffee shop it offers many of the coffee and espresso...read more
Sweet T’s Coffee Beer & Wine in Duck is the perfect casual spot to hang...read more
Outer Banks Take-Out
3708 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 4.5, Kitty Hawk
TRiO Restaurant & Market is a vibrant dining and retail destination with an inviting, upscale-casual vibe that sets it apart from other places on the Outer Banks. With both a restaurant and gourmet market, TRiO offers the best from the worlds of food, wine, beer and cheese for your enjoyment on the premises or in the comfort of your home. In the retail shop you’ll find a thoughtful selection of gourmet foods, local and worldly wines, nearly every style of craft beer imaginable and artisanal cheeses that are hand-cut to order. The restaurant serves casual fare with local and international influences for lunch, brunch and dinner. Choose from salads, handhelds, cheese and charcuterie boards, small plates and main entrees featuring fresh regional ingredients. A large selection of rotating craft brews awaits you at their copper-top bar. The extensive wine choices include more than 100 wines by the glass or bottle and a reserve list of some of the world’s most sought after wines. In the upstairs mezzanine you’ll find comfortable lounge and table seating with a tasting bar where you can enjoy weekly wine, beer and cheese tastings or host a private event. Outdoor seating is available on the front patio and in the backyard.
TRiO Restaurant & Market is a vibrant dining and retail destination with an inviting, upscale-casual vibe that sets it apart from other places on the...read more
TRiO Restaurant & Market is a vibrant dining and retail destination with an inviting, upscale-casual...read more
Serving modern Mexican fare, Agave Roja is celebrating its seventh year as a tasty part of the Corolla restaurant scene. A little more upscale than...read more
For fresh, quick, healthy meals, look no further than this grill in Kitty Hawk. Build your own poke bowl, or choose from one of their signature options. You...read more
If you're looking for a quick breakfast or lunch, stop by the Anchor Grill food truck in Kitty Hawk You'll find it next to Stack Em High restaurant in Kitty...read more
Stepping into Ashley's Espresso Parlour is like entering an artist's home in the Brazilian rainforest. The brightly colored walls feature designs...read more
Askins Creek Store on the south end of Avon is a gas station and retail general store, but it's also a place for quick meals and snacks. At the self-serve...read more
The Lunchbox offers a variety of delicious and healthy lunch options: sandwiches, salads, protein pots and baked goods all made fresh daily in the Back...read more
Authentic Thai and sushi favorites have finally come to Duck! An exhibition kitchen, fresh-prepared food, an artful setting and a lively staff make a...read more
Barefoot Bernie’s is a fun, family-friendly restaurant that's open year round for lunch and dinner. They pride themselves on offering big portions at...read more
Barrier Island Bagels makes New York-style bagels fresh every day in wide variety of flavors with all the tasty cream cheese to accompany them. But this is...read more
Benny Tesoro's is the 30th location in the Benny's chain of pizzerias that includes locations in Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Pennsylvania and...read more
