Outer Banks grocery and convenience stores appear in the forms of open air markets, general stores, seafood shacks, supermarkets, chain stores, camping supply shops and wine stores. Duck into a convenient store directly off the road to pick up some drinks and snacks to enjoy on the beach while also checking out the awesome selection of Outer Banks t-shirts. Or if you’re looking for groceries to last the entire vacation, swing by a large store to stock up on necessities, like deli meats, freshly baked bread and cartons of ice cream. Some of the Outer Banks grocery and convenience stores have been serving the area for over a century and are beloved household names, while others are innovative establishments that work to bring funky foods and drinks to their patrons. Whatever your food and drink needs might be during your vacation, be sure to check out different Outer Banks grocery and convenience stores to make sure you’re not missing out on any food shopping fun.
Outer Banks Shopping by Area
Corolla | Duck & Southern Shores | Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills & Nags Head
Roanoke Island & Manteo | Hatteras Island | Ocracoke Island
Outer Banks Shopping by Category
The 650-foot pier is lighted for evening fishing and open 24 hours a day in season. Rent tackle and buy bait here or bring your own. Daily, three-day and...read more
Piggly Wiggly is a Southern grocery store chain. They sell major grocery items like produce, beer and wine, meats, cereal, snacks, dairy, bread, toiletries...read more
Geared to the sport-fishing community, The Ship’s Store at Pirate’s Cove Marina offers high-end and casual clothing and accessories for men, women and...read more
Publix is a national grocery store chain that recently opened its first Outer Banks location. You'll find everything you need here, from deli, bakery and...read more
The legendary Red Drum, serving Hatteras Island since 1954, offers all the bait, tackle, custom rods, supplies, camping supplies, gear, ice and advice you’...read more
The Shallowbag Bay Marina and Ships Store is run by friendly, helpful people. The ship’s store is well stocked with beer and wine, drinks, snacks, staple...read more
Stop ‘N Shop is a convenience store and deli with a decidedly gourmet spin. In the deli you’ll find excellent sandwiches prepared to order with Boars Head...read more
Tarheel Too is a free-standing market providing produce, honey, herbs and baked goods from spring to fall. Much of the produce is locally grown, as in...read more
The Blue Whale has been in business on Hatteras Island for more than 48 years. They sell just about all the convenience items you’ll need plus other fun...read more
In business since the 1970s, The Fishin’ Hole is a full-service tackle shop with fresh bait and tackle plus brand-name rods and reels. It’s an official...read more
The Fresh Market, located in the Outer Banks Mall in Nags Head, offers an upscale grocery shopping experience on the Outer Banks. Within an atmosphere of...read more
Tommy’s Natural Foods Market & Wine Shop is known internationally for its beef and wild American seafood. It is the...read more
