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    Colington Cafe

    4.5 (433 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican, Wine Bars
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Romantic
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Kyle A.

    Dinner on the night of our 25th wedding anniversary, and our first time visiting, Colington Cafe had great marks on multiple review sites, and was called out in places like Reddit, too. The atmosphere is cozy-cottage, with beautiful live oaks arching over the entryway, and crisply set tables within. Our server, Andrea, was kind and patient with questions. Thank you for the anniversary gift of a take-home bubbly! The meals we had, however, were unfortunately bland - my scallops and my wife's shrimp meal. There was no option for sides, just the "side of the day" which was plainly prepared vegetables. Creme Brule for dessert was the best part of our meal - second only to the great recommendation of the hostess on a spot to see the sunset.

    Fillet with crab and shrimp
    Jim A.

    Celebrated our Anniversary here on Tuesday and place was outstanding, staff super friendly, server was excellent and food was phenomenal. We had fillet with lump crab, two desserts and they also sent us home with an extra dessert and mini bottle of champagne. If you are in the obx please go here, oh and call for a reservation, we went on a Tuesday and it was packed so I'd strongly recommend reservations.

    June 2024
    Kristine S.

    My brother-in-law found Colington Cafe and made reservations for our party the first night in the OBX. I wanted something on the lighter side so I decided on a Caesar salad with a crab cake on the side. Hubby wanted steak, he ordered the 8 oz filet mignon. I really liked the crab cake, it was super moist and had no filler. I thought the salad was fresh and tasty as well. A simple yet good meal. Hubby thought his meal was just okay. I tried a piece of the filet mignon which was tender but definitely needed salt. The veggies were forgettable as were the mashed potatoes. He was somewhat disappointed with his meal. Dessert sounded really good so we both ordered the toll house chocolate chip cookie pie and enjoyed it. The crust was a little dry but the ice cream and chocolate sauce helped. They were out of the cheesecake which is what hubby originally wanted. Overall, I would say Collington Cafe was more of a 3.5 star but the service was very good so I bumped them up to a 4. The grounds and gardens were also beautiful so we had a nice view from our dining table.

    Shrimp And Scallop Napoleon

    SUPER impressed. This was our first time here and we will for sure be back next time we are in the area. Our waitress was great and the restaurant has a nice clique ambiance. Appetizer: Scallops Rumaki- absolutely delicious. The savory bacon flavor complemented the sweet umami flavor of the ginger teriyaki glaze and the scallops were super fresh and perfectly cooked. Mains: Shrimp and Scallop Napoleon- The shrimp and scallops were some of the best I've eaten and I loved the uniqueness of the Sherry cream sauce. I'll definitely be trying to re-create this at home. Seafood Pasta- my wife is allergic to Shrimp and they were happy to accommodate. Dish was bomb- pasta cooked spot on and did I mention how fresh the seafood is?? Dessert: Blackberry and Peach Cobbler- 10/10. Piping hot with a generous portion of vanilla bean ice cream on top. Chocolate Mousse Cake- my wife had this and she really liked it. I tried a bite and the cake was nice and moist and had a fruity drizzle on it. *side note* As I was writing this review at the restaurant, a "Karen" that was sitting behind our table approached our table and made an unsolicited and rude comment towards myself and my wife for literally no reason. This was the only rotten moment of our otherwise great evening. So yeah, at least one of their regulars sucks so hopefully you don't run into her.

    Scappoles Shrimp And Scallop Tropicale
    Anonymous U.

    Oh my gosh this is one of my favorite places! Entire design is amazing!!! The staff is so friendly and amazing at their job! Food was outstanding including deserts. The manger came around many times to check on us. They accommodated our picky eater. They were fast! There were fresh roses on the table it was amazing! They had such a cute outside garden and gazebo. I can't recommend enough.

    Wonderful dessert
    John C.

    Colington Cafe is our go-to up-scale place in the Outer Banks. It is not a tourist seafood place on the strip. It is a fine restaurant off the beaten path. We have tried many different entries and they were all great. The service is outstanding. The ambiance is delightful - it is an old house with a few different rooms for dining. This is a great place for special occasions or for dining with special friends.

    The best way to pick a desert is by seeing all the options.
    Britt S.

    Perfect family spot for a fancy dinner while after a day at the beach. I visited with a group to celebrate a birthday. The server was fun and informative. Food come out quickly and was delicious. Our highlights include: - the crab cakes are meaty and come with a nice lemon caper aioli - the wine process are below market! Get the bottle it is a saving - being able to see the desserts before selecting one is fun. Try the Mandarin orange cake! Be prepared for your visit! Make a reservation, the cafe is cute but small, and if you cannot walk up steps be sure to reserve a first floor table.

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    Meredith C.

    In our opinion, this is the best restaurant on the island and beyond. The food is impeccable, the service is top notch and the ambiance is classy yet warm and cozy. We ordered the Mixed Grill, a nightly special with Halibut and Crabmeat and the Pasta Primavera which we requested to be veganized for our daughter. All of our food was delicious and temperature perfect. Please do not miss out on coming here but make sure to call ahead for a reservation.

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    Ask the Community - Colington Cafe

    Do y'all serve liquor or beer?

    Just wine and beer…

    What is attire?

    Formal but nothing super fancy. Sun dresses, or nice pants, and button-up shirts would do!

    What is the attire for dinner? Slacks and button down for gentlemen?

    I did wear nice shorts and a button down. It was a mix of both slacks and shorts.

    Does this restaurant have a private room? I am looking for a special event dinner for 20 people. It looks amazing!!

    We have a private room, but the most it will hold is 12 people. Call 252-480-1123 and ask for Angela For further information.

    Just stopped by since we are traveling through and it was closed? Are they closed for good? We ate there a few years ago and had memories of great food.

    They reopen the week of Christmas through New Years and then close until March/April

    We're considering this restaurant tonight, ok to bring kids? Range 13-4.

    Hey Jennifer, the restaurant is more for adults..the 13 year old would be fine, but younger kids would be a difficult experience. The restaurant was filled with people from 50-70ish..this is fine dining..and not really for younger kids.… Read more

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