Whether you want breakfast to be a big, sit-down affair, or you’re looking for a grab-and-go goodie to the beach, Hatteras restaurants have the eggs and bacon or scones and coffee to satisfy. Several restaurants here open early for breakfast, with American classics, such as stacks of pancakes, eggs, bacon and breakfast burritos. For a classic taste of the South, head to locally loved carry-out spots for a biscuit sandwich. For those of us who crave sweets in the mornings, plan to have breakfast at a Hatteras Island restaurant. Bakeries, coffee shops and other eateries draw crowds with home-baked fritters cinnamon rolls, fritters, muffins and more. Don’t forget the cup of coffee or latte to go with them.
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Hatteras Breakfast Spots
46843 N.C. Highway 12, Buxton
Diamond Shoals is a family-owned restaurant that has been serving visitors and locals for more than 25 years. It’s open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner and is welcoming of large groups. Breakfast is full service and hearty, including omelets, platters, hotcakes and more. At lunch or dinner, be sure to try their award-winning clam chowder and crab bisque. They are well known for having the largest fish selection on Hatteras Island as well as for their large salad bar and full-service sushi bar, which is open Monday through Saturday. Since Diamond Shoals Restaurant carries all ABC permits, they have a vast selection of cocktails and favorite draft beers as well as an established sake bar, which makes them unique on Hatteras Island. Their seafood market is open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. every day with a large selection of fresh, local seafood. Catering for all your events or family gatherings is available; choose from sushi, fresh seafood or from their vast menu of options.
Diamond Shoals is a family-owned restaurant that has been serving visitors and locals for more than 25 years. It’s open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner and is welcoming of large groups. Breakfast is full service and hearty, including omelets, platters, hotcakes and more. At lunch or dinner, be sure to try their award-winning clam chowder and crab bisque. They are well known for having...read more
Diamond Shoals is a family-owned restaurant that has been serving visitors and locals for more than...read more
Hatteras Breakfast Spots
25150 N.C. Highway 12, across from the KOA Campground, Waves
Expect great food and awesome service at Atlantic Coast Cafe in Waves. This destination cafe on Hatteras Island features a full menu of hot and fresh breakfasts – pancakes, omelettes, Monte Cristo, Hatteras Breakfast Wrap, fresh coffee and breakfast sides. Lunches and dinners showcase stuffed grilled wraps, tasty burgers, unique Reubens (crab cake, shrimp, classic), their famous marinated or Cajun grilled tuna, delicately fried seafood and chicken strip baskets, grilled fresh seafood dinners and the signature double-shelled fish tacos. Tasty starters, salads, sides, smoothies, cafe mochas/lattes, chai tea, fresh muffins, killer desserts, a kids' menu and a variety of beverages plus beer and wine all add up to an enjoyable and affordable meal. Indoor and outdoor seating are available, and the full menu is available for takeout with call-in or online ordering. They’re open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday.
Expect great food and awesome service at Atlantic Coast Cafe in Waves. This destination cafe on Hatteras Island features a full menu of hot and fresh breakfasts – pancakes, omelettes, Monte Cristo, Hatteras Breakfast Wrap, fresh coffee and breakfast sides. Lunches and dinners showcase stuffed grilled wraps, tasty burgers, unique Reubens (crab cake, shrimp, classic), their famous marinated or Cajun grilled tuna, delicately fried seafood...read more
Expect great food and awesome service at Atlantic Coast Cafe in Waves. This destination cafe...read more
Hatteras Breakfast Spots
46843 N.C. Highway 12, Buxton
Diamond Shoals is a family-owned restaurant that has been serving visitors and locals for more than 25 years. It’s open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner and is welcoming of large groups. Breakfast is full service and hearty, including omelets, platters, hotcakes and more. At lunch or dinner, be sure to try their award-winning clam chowder and crab bisque. They are well known for having the largest fish selection on Hatteras Island as well as for their large salad bar and full-service sushi bar, which is open Monday through Saturday. Since Diamond Shoals Restaurant carries all ABC permits, they have a vast selection of cocktails and favorite draft beers as well as an established sake bar, which makes them unique on Hatteras Island. Their seafood market is open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. every day with a large selection of fresh, local seafood. Catering for all your events or family gatherings is available; choose from sushi, fresh seafood or from their vast menu of options.
Diamond Shoals is a family-owned restaurant that has been serving visitors and locals for more than 25 years. It’s open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner and is welcoming of large groups. Breakfast is full service and hearty, including omelets, platters, hotcakes and more. At lunch or dinner, be sure to try their award-winning clam chowder and crab bisque. They are well known for having...read more
Diamond Shoals is a family-owned restaurant that has been serving visitors and locals for more than...read more
Hatteras Breakfast Spots
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 food court you can get warm breakfast sandwiches on Pillsbury biscuits and croissants with choices of sausage, ham or cheese. At lunchtime there are Nathan's all-beef hot dogs with chili and freshly chopped condiments, cheeseburgers, chicken...read more
Hatteras Breakfast Spots
At Cups And Cones, cool down with Hawaiian or Italian ice, hand-scooped ice cream or a delicious malt, shake or smoothie. Or go for the coffee – Cups And Cones serves all the favorite coffee and espresso-based drinks. They open at noon every day and stay open until 11 p.m. all summer long. They offer a different fresh cookie daily for sundaes and ice cream sandwiches as well as...read more
Hatteras Breakfast Spots
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 eaters all the way down to plain Janes. Their hand-patted burgers don't disappoint, and they come in all shapes and sizes. Fatty’s offers a signature burger complete with bacon, hashbrowns, mac 'n' cheese and a fried egg topped with BBQ sauce. It's often described with...read more
Hatteras Breakfast Spots
Forbes Candies & Coffee offers the sweet treats that Forbes Candies has been known for since 1930. They are well known for saltwater taffy and have more than 25 delicious flavors. They make old-fashioned fresh fudge from scratch and have a big variety of homemade chocolates. At this location they also offer coffee, including a full espresso bar with specialty coffee and espresso drinks. The...read more
Hatteras Breakfast Spots
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 fine attention to flavor. You wouldn’t find house-made potato chips and homemade ice cream sandwiches at any fast food joint. Frisco Sandwich Company serves specialty sandwiches, paninis, wraps, burgers and salads. They are also serve Carolina pulled...read more
Hatteras Breakfast Spots
Harbor Deli offers breakfast, lunch and take-out fare. Breakfast includes biscuit and bagel sandwiches and more. The lunch menu is large, with specialty sandwiches – including the popular Shrimp Burger – seafood salads, daily specials and sides. In-season hours are 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. You'll enjoy the air-conditioned porch that overlooks the harbor. read more
Hatteras Breakfast Spots
There’s a constant flow of customers at this convenience store deli counter, so you know that’s a sign the food is delicious. The deli’s breakfast offerings include fresh-made biscuits and breakfast platters, breakfast sandwiches on croissants, muffins, bagels, toast or biscuits and more. For lunch you can get deli sandwiches, vegetables and french fries with daily specials available Monday through Friday. They also offer eight-,...read more
Hatteras Breakfast Spots
Oceana’s is a casual, cozy restaurant that the locals love. Breakfast includes the standard fare plus delicious steak and eggs, quesadillas, omelets, pancakes and French toast. The all-day menu for lunch and dinner features freshly made, well-seasoned burgers, fresh fish, crab cakes, a variety of sandwiches and seafood, salads, stuffed baked potatoes and the very popular create-your-own quesadillas. It also has some fancier offerings like...read more
Hatteras Breakfast Spots
Named for the orange trees that once grew on the property, Orange Blossom is a Hatteras Island favorite for breakfast. Everyone loves the Apple Uglies and the Meyer’s Rum Raisin Cinnamon Rolls, the double-dipped doughnuts and the pastries (the Apple Uglies and cinnamon rolls go fast, so get there early!). Orange Blossom offers just about any breakfast sandwich you could imagine, on biscuits, bagels, croissants,...read more
Hatteras Breakfast Spots
Run by a local husband and wife team, this delightful little bakery in Hatteras features a menu that ranges from French pastries and breakfast items to American dessert classics. Customers love their key lime pie bars, cinnamon rolls, fresh bread and birthday cakes. Everything is baked fresh from scratch on the premises. They carry gluten-free options and beverages as well. The Snackery is open from...read more
