Across the Hatteras restaurants scene in Outer Banks seafood steals the spotlight. As is the custom of Outer Banks cuisine, many places serve up big, broiled or fried platters of fresh seafood – most of which is locally caught. Mahi mahi bites with beach fries, shrimp tacos and fried oyster sandwiches are available in surplus at many restaurants in Hatteras. In fact, it’s often not surprising that several of these eateries are long-standing local establishments where villages and fishermen gather to share stories, have a drink and grab a bite. Hatteras restaurants also include some less-expected players in their seafood dishes. The seafood, which changes by availability and what’s in season – often reflects the chefs’ creativity at these restaurants. They’ll play with different flavors, and diners get to taste the result in innovative preparations of shrimp succotash, artistically seared tuna or flavorful Hawaiian poke.
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Hatteras Seafood Specialties & Steam Bars
47355 N.C. Highway 12, Buxton
Rusty’s Surf & Turf brings the bold flavors and colors of the tropics to Hatteras Island. Owner and chef Rusty Midgett, a native who left the island and honed his restaurant and kitchen experience in some of Philadelphia’s top restaurants, is inspired in the kitchen by the places he has traveled on surf trips – the Caribbean, the Mexican Riviera and the Pacific Rim. Let him surprise you with his creative preparations of fresh fish, local seafood and premium beef. Midgett gets his seafood directly from Hatteras Island sources. The restaurant serves dinner seven nights a week in the summer; call for off-season hours. Reservations are encouraged and can be made online. However, walk-ins are always welcome. You’ll find Rusty’s between Natural Art Surf Shop and the ABC Store.
Rusty’s Surf & Turf brings the bold flavors and colors of the tropics to Hatteras Island. Owner and chef Rusty Midgett, a native who left the island and honed his restaurant and kitchen experience in some of Philadelphia’s top restaurants, is inspired in the kitchen by the places he has traveled on surf trips – the Caribbean, the Mexican Riviera and the Pacific Rim. Let...read more
Rusty’s Surf & Turf brings the bold flavors and colors of the tropics to Hatteras...read more
Hatteras Seafood Specialties & Steam Bars
46843 N.C. Highway 12, Buxton
Diamond Shoals is a family-owned restaurant that has been serving visitors and locals for 30 years. It’s open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner and welcomes 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 daily 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 30 years. It’s open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner and welcomes 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...read more
Diamond Shoals is a family-owned restaurant that has been serving visitors and locals for 30 years. It’s...read more
Hatteras Seafood Specialties & Steam Bars
40050 N.C. Highway 12, Avon
This long-established, freshly updated seafood-oriented restaurant is committed to serving top-quality, scratch-made fare in a friendly setting. In the ship-themed pub and dining room, diners enjoy lots of seafood, burgers, sandwiches, steaks, pasta dishes, gluten-free items, vegetarian options and kids' offerings. The full bar has a focus on craft brews and North Carolina beers, and their in-house sommelier has gathered wines from around the world into an impressive wine selection. On select evenings, they offer a six-course wine-pairing dinner. The popular Sunday Brunch is offered from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a special menu. Private dining areas are available for wine dinners, events and celebrations. Froggy Dog is the sister restaurant of the popular Avon restaurants Cups & Cones and Muffins & Scones.
This long-established, freshly updated seafood-oriented restaurant is committed to serving top-quality, scratch-made fare in a friendly setting. In the ship-themed pub and dining room, diners enjoy lots of seafood, burgers, sandwiches, steaks, pasta dishes, gluten-free items, vegetarian options and kids' offerings. The full bar has a focus on craft brews and North Carolina beers, and their in-house sommelier has gathered wines from around the world into an...read more
This long-established, freshly updated seafood-oriented restaurant is committed to serving top-quality, scratch-made fare in a...read more
Hatteras Seafood Specialties & Steam Bars
24502 N.C. Highway 12, Waves Village Watersports Resort, Rodanthe
Whether you’ve worked up an appetite kiteboarding on-site or you just want a meal with a water view, Good Winds Restaurant is an excellent choice on northern Hatteras Island. Good Winds serves tasty and inventive beach cuisine, fresh-caught local seafood and the widest selection of wine and regional craft beer in the Tri-Villages. Located above Kitty Hawk Kites on the second floor of Waves Village Watersports Resort in Rodanthe, Good Winds is known for delicious food at a reasonable price and for the most spectacular sunsets on the Outer Banks. Situated directly on the soundfront overlooking a premier kiteboarding spot, Good Winds is an unforgettable setting for a romantic dinner, casual get-together with friends or a family outing.
Whether you’ve worked up an appetite kiteboarding on-site or you just want a meal with a water view, Good Winds Restaurant is an excellent choice on northern Hatteras Island. Good Winds serves tasty and inventive beach cuisine, fresh-caught local seafood and the widest selection of wine and regional craft beer in the Tri-Villages. Located above Kitty Hawk Kites on the second
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Hatteras Seafood Specialties & Steam Bars
47355 N.C. Highway 12, Buxton
Rusty’s Surf & Turf brings the bold flavors and colors of the tropics to Hatteras Island. Owner and chef Rusty Midgett, a native who left the island and honed his restaurant and kitchen experience in some of Philadelphia’s top restaurants, is inspired in the kitchen by the places he has traveled on surf trips – the Caribbean, the Mexican Riviera and the Pacific Rim. Let him surprise you with his creative preparations of fresh fish, local seafood and premium beef. Midgett gets his seafood directly from Hatteras Island sources. The restaurant serves dinner seven nights a week in the summer; call for off-season hours. Reservations are encouraged and can be made online. However, walk-ins are always welcome. You’ll find Rusty’s between Natural Art Surf Shop and the ABC Store.
Rusty’s Surf & Turf brings the bold flavors and colors of the tropics to Hatteras Island. Owner and chef Rusty Midgett, a native who left the island and honed his restaurant and kitchen experience in some of Philadelphia’s top restaurants, is inspired in the kitchen by the places he has traveled on surf trips – the Caribbean, the Mexican Riviera and the Pacific Rim. Let...read more
Rusty’s Surf & Turf brings the bold flavors and colors of the tropics to Hatteras...read more
Hatteras Seafood Specialties & Steam Bars
Boardwok South brings something for the adventurous palates of Hatteras Island. Boardwok offers delicious Asian-style entrees from the wok, incorporating fresh vegetables, seafood, chicken, rice and noodles into flavorful, healthful dishes. There’s also an Americanized side to the menu with land and sea specialties (try the “steak and cake”), crab cakes, scallops, kids’ offerings and excellent sides. The steaks are hand cut and the seafood...read more
Hatteras Seafood Specialties & Steam Bars
Run by Hatteras Island’s native Oden family, The Breakwater at Oden’s Dock offers the village’s most upscale atmosphere for dinner and a long-standing tradition of excellent meals. The second-story restaurant and bar overlook the harbor and its stone breakwater, from which the restaurant gets its name. The view of the sound and the sunsets is breathtaking. The restaurant serves dinner nightly in season starting at...read more
Hatteras Seafood Specialties & Steam Bars
Buxton Munch has been rockin’ Hatteras Island lunches since 1999. Located next to the ABC store in the Osprey Shopping Center, Buxton Munch Company serves big portions of good eats at great prices. The fish tacos, shrimp tacos and crab cakes are stand outs, and there are also gourmet salads, munchies, quesadillas, wraps, sandwiches, subs, Angus burgers, seafood and excellent vegetarian fare. They serve coffee,...read more
Hatteras Seafood Specialties & Steam Bars
An intimate restaurant, Cafe Pamlico is The Inn on Pamlico Sound’s signature eatery, offering gourmet cuisine overlooking the waters of the sound. Cafe Pamlico’s casual fine dining features local seafood, vegetables grown on-site, organic beef and poultry, homemade soups, appetizers, desserts and an extensive wine and beer list. You can opt for a multi-course meal or stop in and grab appetizers at their well-stocked bar....read more
Hatteras Seafood Specialties & Steam Bars
The newest establishment from a longtime Hatteras restaurateur, Cockeyed Clam focuses on locally sourced seafood and New American cuisine. The setting is island-style with a casually elegant, spacious interior and outdoor seating on covered porches. The daily specialty cocktails from the Clam Bar are always worth a try, or you can choose from their thoughtfully chosen wine and beer list. Start with appetizers like Hatteras...read more
Hatteras Seafood Specialties & Steam Bars
Dinky’s name stems from the fact that the folks at the Village Marina call their small marina “the best little dink marina in town.” This is a cozy, 68-seat restaurant with a great big view. At sunset, make time to sit at the beautiful African mahogany bar to enjoy beer, wine and a full spirits menu. Dinky’s serves dinner only year-round. The fare is traditional...read more
Hatteras Seafood Specialties & Steam Bars
Harbor Deli offers lunch and take-out fare. The lunch menu is large, with specialty sandwiches – including the popular Shrimp Burger – seafood salads, daily specials and sides. In-season hours are 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. You'll enjoy the air-conditioned porch that overlooks the harbor. read more
Hatteras Seafood Specialties & Steam Bars
The Hatteras Sol Deli has moved and expanded into the Hatteras Sol Waterside Grill. Just like their deli menu, everything at the grill is fresh and homemade, but they’re now a full-service restaurant featuring soups, salads, appetizers, sandwiches, steaks and seafood. For an off-season-only treat, check out their Sunday brunch. With gorgeous waterfront and sunset views and 75 seats, you’ll want to stop by and...read more
