COVID-19 Information for Restaurants in Kill Devil Hills
During the pandemic, Kill Devil Hills restaurants have been prohibited from sit-down service in their dining rooms. However, various restaurants have stepped up to offer take-out, curbside pick-up and delivery when possible, helping to keep locals and visitors (as of May 16) happy. Call ahead to place your orders so that you can limit the amount of contact and to ensure the restaurant of your choice is open that day/time. The easiest way to find Kill Devil Hills restaurants that are serving is to scroll through the list below and look for the During COVID-19 information block at the beginning of the listing. If you don't see that info, you can be reasonably sure that the restaurant is temporarily closed. We are updating this information regularly until we get the go ahead to open our restaurant doors!
If you love dining out, then Kill Devil Hills is the place for you. Within the town limits, you’ll find more than 30 different Kill Devil Hills restaurants. Each has their signature specialties and flare, but a common ground for almost all of them is the fresh seafood that’s locally caught and readily available. If you dine around, you’ll see it on lunch, dinner, appetizer and even breakfast menus.
One thing that never ceases to surprise or amaze it is the creativity of the cuisine at Kill Devil Hills restaurants. The talented chefs in Kill Devil Hills frequently develop imaginative fusion dishes, sampling international flavors with delicious results. You’ll find a great variety of influences, ranging from Pacific Rim, Southwestern, Italian and good old Southern home cooking. Top it off with specialties like local craft beers, fresh-roasted coffees and scrumptious desserts – it’s no wonder that locals like to eat out a lot too. If you are curious about what these kitchens are cooking up each day, be sure to check the Nags Head Restaurant Specials page, which covers Kitty Hawk and Kill Devil Hills restaurants too.
Expand Horizons at Kill Devil Hills Restaurants
One thing that we love about Kill Devil Hills restaurants is how so many of them are locally owned and operated. It gives them the ability to capture the area’s influences in the food that they serve, whether that means using seasonal ingredients sourced from the region, offering tried and true Outer Banks dishes or embracing home-style country cuisine. A popular move for visitors is to branch out from the familiar chain restaurants they find at home and instead discover something new. (If you must have a fast food fix, however, Kill Devil Hills is home to what’s affectionately known as French Fry Alley by the locals. It’s the stretch of the Bypass between Mileposts 9 and 11 where several fast food chains are located.) We haven’t included them here because you’re already familiar with what they offer. Wherever you go in this town, you’ll find that casual attire is perfectly acceptable, even in fine dining establishments.
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Kill Devil Hills Restaurant
3396 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 5, Kill Devil Hills
Henry's is a family-owned and-operated restaurant and has been serving breakfast, lunch and dinner in a family-friendly atmosphere on the Outer Banks since 1989. Breakfast is available until 1 p.m., so if you get up late you won't miss out on delicious, home-style choices like hot cakes, seafood omelets and biscuits and gravy. There's something for everyone on the lunch and dinner menu. Choose from seafood, burgers, sandwiches, salads or, if you're a young one, the kids' menu. Beer and wine are served. Henry's is open year round, but the hours change seasonally so call ahead if you're visiting in the off-season.
Henry's is a family-owned and-operated restaurant and has been serving breakfast, lunch and dinner in a family-friendly atmosphere on the Outer Banks since 1989. Breakfast is available until 1 p.m., so if you get up late you won't miss out on delicious, home-style choices like hot cakes, seafood omelets and biscuits and gravy. There's something for everyone on the lunch and dinner menu. Choose from...read more
Henry's is a family-owned and-operated restaurant and has been serving breakfast, lunch and dinner in...read more
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Five Guys serves up their famous burgers, hot dogs, milkshakes and, of course, french fries. You can add cheese and bacon to your burger and then choose from a variety of toppings like mushrooms, fried onions and pickles. The "famous fries" are hand-cut and served either Five Guys style or Cajun. This is a bright, clean place, and you can expect fast and friendly service.read more
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Food Dudes is a place that really is all about the food. With years of experience working in the best local kitchens, the Food Dudes are big on preparing the best food from the best seasonal ingredients. While the regular menu is simple enough to showcase the unique flavors of their food, their daily specials board really showcases their talents and the variety of options...read more
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Front Porch Cafe has three community coffeehouses with deliciously fresh-roasted coffee (that you can watch being roasted at the Nags Head location), and the stores feature plenty of seating and free WiFi. Known for offering some of the best artisan-roasted coffee on the beach, they serve an array of specialty coffee drinks, teas and chai. Look for nitro brew and kombucha too. Fresh pastries like...read more
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Fuji is a Japanese steakhouse where hibachi cooks prepare authentic Japanese food right in front of you. The meals are delicious, and the experience is entertaining. They also have a sushi bar in which fresh raw and cooked selections are available. Fuji is open year round for lunch and dinner, but they are closed on Mondays in the off-season.read more
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Higher Grounds Coffee & Ice Cream Co. is on Colington Road and a welcome addition for the many residents back in this section of the Outer Banks. But you don't have to be a Colington resident to enjoy this place. In just a short trip down Colington Road you'll find the blue building towering 10 feet in the air (hence the name) along the sound....read more
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This is not your average ice cream shop. This is the place for homemade, freshly churned ice cream in a uniquely gourmet flavors. A few examples: Hibisicus Lemonade, Chocolate Peppermint Patty, Pineapple Dragonfruit (vegan), Uncle Peaches Delight (mascarpone, peaches, marzipan), Mayan Chocolate, Key Lime Pie, Blood Orange Creamsicle, White Mocha, Madagascar Vanilla ... you get the idea. Equally as tempting is their Ice Cream Donut...read more
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A new bar on the Beach Road in Kill Devil Hills, Jack Brown's combines their passion for craft beer with serving up a pretty mean burger. The menu keeps it simple, focusing on top-of-the-line ingredients over quantity of them. The burgers are made with 100% all-natural Wagyu beef and of course there are creative options, such as The Greg Brady (topped with mac and cheese...read more
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JK's is famous for its steaks and fresh seafood, all cooked over a mesquite wood grill. The steaks are of exceptional quality and are prepared by JK's in-house butcher. They have several cuts of steak on the menu, and many steak dinners are complemented with fresh local seafood. All entrees are served with the fresh vegetable of the day and either rice pilaf or their...read more
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The Jolly Roger has been an Outer Banks fixture for years. You can't miss the pirate out front, and you shouldn't miss the big breakfasts that are served here until 2 p.m. They have some of the biggest biscuits on the beach, and their rye toast is incredible. They also serve New York diner-style lunch and dinner, with a big menu of seafood, pastas, steaks...read more
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What’s in your bowl? Newcomer to the Kill Devil Hills dining scene in 2019 is Khan's Mongolian Grill. This fast-casual restaurant is all about the bowls where each diner is his or her own chef. Choose from a one-bowl option or an unlimited option. Each meal begins with your choice of shaved meats and seafood, fresh-cut vegetables and signature sauces and spices. Choose your rice and...read more
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When you're looking for a quick bite to eat in Kill Devil Hills, this beach road establishment is a hit. Kill Devil Dogs serves hot dogs, boardwalk nachos, frozen treats, beer and wine. Their premium dogs (including a vegan option) come in all the classic and specialty combinations you can think of. The nachos include traditional Mexican flavors or you can order Carolina nachos with...read more
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Kill Devil Grill may look like a diner, but step inside and you’ll be treated to a gourmet meal that is miles ahead of typical diner fare. It starts with a great menu of dishes that are all made from scratch. Choose from creative daily specials, fresh fish and other seafood, steaks, ribs, sandwiches and killer salads. The chicken wings have become legendary:...read more