Including Subs, Sandwiches & Dogs
A variety of Nags Head, NC, restaurants offer sandwiches, subs, hot dogs and burgers. Some of these restaurants are quick, offering a convenient place to grab lunch or dinner to go, while others are restaurants where you can sit down and enjoy a longer meal.
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Nags Head, NC, Subs, Sandwiches, Dogs & Burgers
8700 Oregon Inlet Road, Nags Head
Sea Chef Dockside Kitchen is the house restaurant at Oregon Inlet Fishing Center. It's a laid-back traditional fish shack run by a father-son duo of professional chefs – one of whom is a James Beard Award winner. The modern fish-shack menu includes soups and salads, shareables, burgers, shrimp burgers, fried platters, hushpuppies and specialties like an Outer Banks boil and seared rare tuna steak. Desserts include an old-fashioned banana pudding and the lemony O.I. Beach Pie. Sea Chef offers counter service with indoor and outdoor seating and a full bar. With sweeping vistas of the marina, sound and inlet, Sea Chef offers one of the best Outer Banks restaurant views, plus plenty of entertaining activity at the marina. They also offer take-out and grab-and-go breakfasts for charters.
Sea Chef Dockside Kitchen is the house restaurant at Oregon Inlet Fishing Center. It's a laid-back traditional fish shack run by a father-son duo of professional chefs – one of whom is a James Beard Award winner. The modern fish-shack menu includes soups and salads, shareables, burgers, shrimp burgers, fried platters, hushpuppies and specialties like an Outer Banks boil and seared rare tuna steak. Desserts...read more
Sea Chef Dockside Kitchen is the house restaurant at Oregon Inlet Fishing Center. It's a...read more
Nags Head, NC, Subs, Sandwiches, Dogs & Burgers
A takeout place only, Madisons Pizza in Nags Head offers quick service and delicious pizza for lunch and dinner. The owner has 25 years of experience in the pizza business on the Outer Banks, so you can bet Madisons pies are top-notch. Try their pizza creations or make your own; either way the toppings are generous. Madisons also offers subs, wings, chicken tenders and breadsticks....read more
Nags Head, NC, Subs, Sandwiches, Dogs & Burgers
One of the few soundfront restaurants in the beach communities, Miller's has been a favorite on the Outer Banks for 33 years. With plenty of room to handle families and large parties, they serve lunch and dinner daily. Their menu is varied and features local seafood, steaks and chicken along with creative salads and pasta. The kitchen also prepares specials every day. Recently they added...read more
Nags Head, NC, Subs, Sandwiches, Dogs & Burgers
Pier House Restaurant at Nags Head Fishing Pier is a favorite location for an oceanfront meal, and it's especially popular at breakfast. You can sit inside in the cozy old-school restaurant or out on the famous enclosed porch (now air-conditioned) that's perched right over the beach and offers amazing views of the ocean waves and all the beachgoers. In either area you can enjoy breakfast,...read more
Nags Head, NC, Subs, Sandwiches, Dogs & Burgers
Pizzazz is a pizza favorite on the Outer Banks. They’ve been around since 1986 because they make consistently great pizza with generous toppings and the service is friendly. Choose from gourmet menu creations or stick with the traditional. Pizzazz also makes hot subs, salads and wings. You can eat in for lunch or dinner or have your pizza delivered. Call for off-season hours. And, if...read more
Nags Head, NC, Subs, Sandwiches, Dogs & Burgers
Originally opened in 1937 by Sam Tillett and his son, Omie, both fishermen, this was the original place to book Oregon Inlet fishing charters and get a filling, pre-fishing breakfast. Sam & Omie's shows no signs of stopping as they head toward the century mark! Stop here for a tried and true Nags Head eating experience. The place exudes a traditional beach atmosphere and serves...read more
Nags Head, NC, Subs, Sandwiches, Dogs & Burgers
Shaka’s Beach Bar & Grill is all about good-time beach vibes and bold tropical flavors. Experienced restaurateurs from California and Virginia opened this restaurant in early 2025, bringing a fun and flavorful dining option to Nags Head. Shaka’s offers plentiful seating at indoor and outdoor dining and bar areas, and while the atmosphere is relaxed and casual, the service is on point. The bar is...read more
Nags Head, NC, Subs, Sandwiches, Dogs & Burgers
Snow Bird has been serving burgers and ice cream on the Beach Road in Nags Head since 1954. Burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, fish tacos, a Greek gyro, boats and baskets are available for take-out or to eat at their outdoor picnic tables. Soft-serve ice cream, hand-scooped ice cream, sundaes, milkshakes, snow cones and slushees are popular on hot summer days. Bring your pooch and ask...read more
Nags Head, NC, Subs, Sandwiches, Dogs & Burgers
You are probably already familiar with this chain drive-in restaurant. They have fast-food standards like burgers and hot dogs, but they also have good milk shakes and sundaes, fruit slushes, breakfast sandwiches, traditional tater tots and sweet potato tots, spicy jumbo popcorn chicken bites and more. Sonic does not have an entrance directly off the Bypass; turn east onto Epstein Street to access the restaurant....read more
Nags Head, NC, Subs, Sandwiches, Dogs & Burgers
If you’re looking for delicious and traditional Southern fare on the Outer Banks, stop by Sooey’s BBQ & Rib Shack. With locations in Corolla and Nags Head, they're proud to offer their famous Carolina barbecue. They specialize in authentic Eastern North Carolina-style pulled pork barbecue, slow-smoked ribs, beef brisket and Southern fried chicken. You’ll find all your favorite homemade sides here too, including potato salad,...read more
Kitty Hawk and Nags Head, NC, Subs, Sandwiches, Dogs & Burgers
It is presumed that you know all the attributes of Subway, with its nationally recognized made-to-order subs, wraps and salads. Subway is perfect for fueling up during a busy day of shopping or ordering lunch to go for a picnic on the beach.read more
Nags Head, NC, Subs, Sandwiches, Dogs & Burgers
Sugar Shack is located right next to Sugar Creek Soundfront Seafood Restaurant. You can eat here or you can pick up seafood to take home. Choose from raw seafood to cook yourself, steamed seafood like shrimp, lobster and king crab legs, or pick up a steamer bucket with a variety of steamed seafood. They even serve fried seafood. In fact, the fresh fish sandwiches and...read more
Nags Head, NC, Subs, Sandwiches, Dogs & Burgers
The island-style interior and excellent food make Tortugas' a favorite among locals and repeat visitors. There are lots of healthy options here, with Caribbean-inspired seafood and vegetarian options. Chow down on a variety of dishes, including tuna bites, burritos, pasta and steamed seafood and veggies. If there's a salad on the specials board when you're there, take our word for it and order...read more
