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
This friendly neighborhood takeout restaurant is a Roanoke Island favorite for delicious New York-style, hand-tossed pizzas that are loaded with...read more
Giant Slice Pizza has been a Corolla favorite since 1994. Located in TimBuck II, Giant Slice bakes hand-tossed, New York-style pizza in their stone...read more
This is two restaurants in one. Giovanni's offers pizza on homemade crust, appetizers, subs, sandwiches and paninis. They offer larger Italian dinners,...read more
Greetail's is a combination of seafood market and restaurant offering fresh Outer Banks seafood. If you're cooking at home or taking seafood home for...read more
If you're looking for a quick refresher, look for the little Hang 10 Smoothies stan dright along Irvin Garrish Highway in the village. They serve fruit...read more
Inside Jerniman's Campground store, Hart's Hot Dog Hut serves breakfast and lunch Tuesday through Saturday and dinner Thursday through Saturday. Breakfast...read more
When you're fresh out of the water in the Tri-Villages and looking for a healthy snack, head to Hatteras Bowls. This food truck, which stays in the same...read more
The southernmost marina on the island, next to the ferry docks and closest to the inlet, Hatteras Landing books both inshore and offshore fishing charters...read more
Hatteras Sno-Balls is nestled in a little watermelon pink building near milepost 67 in Frisco. With its friendly service and relaxed atmosphere, Hatteras...read more
High Cotton is owned and operated by a native North Carolina family that was born and raised in the heart of barbecue...read more
Lechon means to grill, and this food truck in Rodanthe is all about the grilling. Just follow your nose to the mouthwatering aromas of grilled pork, chicken...read more