Restaurants in Kitty Hawk, NC, offer a little something for everyone, and you can be sure that you’ll find crowd-pleasing, kid-friendly American-style fare in almost every single one. What do we mean by American fare? Burgers, hot dogs, steaks, chicken, pasta, seafood, sandwiches, fries and foods of that nature are what we have in mind. You’ll find all of these and more at most of the restaurants in Kitty Hawk, NC.
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American & Family Oriented in Kitty Hawk, NC
5230 N. Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 1, Kitty Hawk
High Cotton BBQ is owned and operated by a native North Carolina family that was born and raised in the heart of BBQ country. They serve authentic, eastern North Carolina-style pork BBQ. The pork is smoked for hours over hickory, hand-chopped and then seasoned with a light, vinegar-based sauce that doesn't overpower the natural flavor of the smoked meat. The Southern fried chicken is crisp and delicious. The smoked chicken is so tender it falls right off the bone, and the Texas-style beef brisket is smoked, sliced and served with a tangy sauce. The St. Louis cut ribs are the local's favorite for good reason. Portions here are generous. They serve traditional side dishes like cole slaw, baked beans and fresh vegetables plus hush puppies and French fries. The sauces are homemade and available for purchase. They have a children's menu. This is a great place to feed a crowd, and they have a speedy to-go counter for take-out. Check out their convenient to-go packages and bring home your own pig-pickin'. The restaurant also offers catering. High Cotton serves lunch and dinner every day in season and closes for a short time in the winter. Plus, after a meal at High Cotton BBQ, you can step into their retail shop to pick up some of their own homemade BBQ sauces, fresh-roasted peanuts and fun t-shirts. They also carry Southern-style goodies like Moon Pies if you want to send a taste of Southern charm to that poor person who couldn’t come on vacation with you!
High Cotton BBQ is owned and operated by a native North Carolina family that was born and raised in the heart of BBQ country. They serve authentic, eastern North Carolina-style pork BBQ. The pork is smoked for hours over hickory, hand-chopped and then seasoned with a light, vinegar-based sauce that doesn't overpower the natural flavor of the smoked meat. The Southern fried chicken is crisp...read more
High Cotton BBQ is owned and operated by a native North Carolina family that was...read more
American & Family Oriented in Kitty Hawk, NC
If you like eating locally caught fresh blue crabs, this place is for you. Family-owned and operated by Currituck commercial fishermen, this restaurant brings the freshest catch straight from their boats to your table. Inside, there's a total of 50 feet of stainless steel bar where you can dine in or take home a bushel for the family. In addition to crabs and oysters, live...read more
American & Family Oriented in Kitty Hawk, NC
Jimmy’s is a popular vacationer's destination now entering its 22nd season. They offer a variety of Outer Banks seafood and more than 100 tempting items, local fresh fish delivered daily, homemade soups and made-from-scratch desserts. With kid-friendly buffets, keto and vegetarian options and more, Jimmy's has something for every diner. When it comes to seafood, the owner says "size does matter," so dig...read more
American & Family Oriented in Kitty Hawk, NC
John's Drive-In is famous for its milkshakes. Locals and tourists alike are addicted, making this a busy stop, but the speedy service moves things right along. The only thing that might take a while is choosing what kind of shake to have since they have a long list of flavors including fruit and other sweet choices. Try a combination like banana-peanut butter-chocolate, and...read more
American & Family Oriented in Kitty Hawk, NC
Originally from Sicily, Josephine's owner, Josephine Caggese, has decades of experience as a chef and brings her passion for authentic Sicilian cuisine to every dish. Josephine's menu is updated weekly and a recent menu featured four-cheese ravioli and stuffed eggplant among the appetizers; a Palermo Pear salad of romaine, goat cheese, pears, cranberries and walnuts drizzled with ginger sesame seed dressing; an entree,...read more
American & Family Oriented in Kill Devil Hills and Kitty Hawk, NC
You know the familiar golden-arched brand with a reputation for long providing the nation with hamburgers, chicken nuggets, french fries and other fast-food classics. McDonald's has a few locations on the Outer Banks, so you're never too far from a Big Mac when the craving strikes. Their convenient placement along the highway also makes stopping by easy and takes no time out of reaching your...read more
American & Family Oriented in Kitty Hawk, NC
It's the feline-friendly cafe you never knew you needed! If you love cats, this is your place. Not only can you sip coffee and snack on pastries, but also you can visit the Kitty Room to snuggle with cats or adopt a new cat to take home. Call ahead to get a spot to visit with the cats. This is a sanctuary for rescue cats...read more
American & Family Oriented in Kitty Hawk, NC
Outer Bean is more than just a coffee shop serving both local and fair trade varieties of java. They are a one-stop shop for the health-conscious individual. From sourcing bread and vegetables locally, to repurposing their leftover organic matter back to the local co-op, you will find a sense of community in this coffee shop that also serves delicious and healthy meals and...read more
American & Family Oriented in Kitty Hawk, NC
This popular pizza chain has made a name for itself by using high-quality ingredients to make their pies. They offer all the favorite toppings plus specialty pizzas like spinach alfredo and barbecue chicken and bacon. Also on the menu are side dishes including wings, cheese sticks and chicken strips. You can pick up an order at their Kitty Hawk location. Papa John’s delivers...read more
American & Family Oriented in Kitty Hawk, NC
Nothing brings people together quite like great food and drinks. Sandtrap Tavern is a neighborhood restaurant, bar and grill located in Kitty Hawk. Its mission is to offer a relaxing space for visitors and locals to kick back and enjoy Southern hospitality at its finest. Their menu features a variety of choices, ranging from handcrafted burgers and local seafood to refreshing salads and creative daily...read more
American & Family Oriented in Kitty Hawk, NC
Sharky's OBX Grill is a go-to for to-go breakfast and lunch. It's ultra-convenient to the Kitty Hawk beach accesses, making it the perfect spot to stock your beach-day cooler. The breakfast menu includes hearty options like breakfast burritos, biscuits and gravy and biscuit sandwiches and healthy options like yogurt and granola. Lunch brings in burgers, cheesesteaks, wraps and sandwiches, all hefty enough to fuel a...read more
American & Family Oriented in Kitty Hawk, NC
Getting Shipwrecked on the Outer Banks is far from a bad thing at this new tap house and grill in Kitty Hawk. If you're looking for inspired Outer Banks cuisine, exceptional drinks, a place to kick back in the fresh air, enjoy ocean views and find entertainment, this is your destination. Their two-story restaurant features a second-floor balcony, downstairs dining room and bars on both...read more
American & Family Oriented in Kitty Hawk, NC
Spanky's Grille is a casual, family-friendly restaurant with an interesting decor complete with monkeys. It also happens to be very affordable. The locals love the hand-formed burgers, homemade crab cakes, fresh hamburger steaks, grilled chicken, chili-cheese fries and hot dogs. Ask about the Viking Burger challenge. Spanky's is open for lunch year round and for dinner on Thursday through Saturday nights in the...read more
