My wife and I were in town for an anniversary vacation. Henry's looked good. Savannah was our waitress. Very personable and efficient. We ordered the fried fish platters. They were quite large and the food was great. Sides were good as well. It seems to be a popular place as it got very busy. A great family restaurant! read more

Solid breakfast location with all the usual breakfast options and a friendly staff. The only negative is that the decor is dated and definitely rundown. I had the corned beef hash omelet with spinach added to get some veggies in. It can with choices...mine were cheese grits and pancakes. Everything was awesome. My husband had the western omelet with toast and potatoes. I won on th4 food front. I really liked the pancakes and could have made a meal out of them. Unfortunately I was stuffed and had lots of leftovers, but my husband was able to taste everything and he enjoyed it all. read more

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Delicious, friendly, and the perfect greasy spoon diner dive. We went for breakfast and got there just at the right time. We were there by 8:15 and waited about two minutes for a table. 10 minutes later, a 30 minute wait. I had the Nor Easter meal and it was so good. They know how to make sausage gravy that made me feel I was back at grandmas house. Yummy! Victoria took care of us and she was on point and made the local diner the perfect greasy spoon diner. read more

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As always we were greeted with kindness and served with a smile. We dinner towards their closing time. Delicious and affordable. They have a fun gift shop that I bought a hat at a few years ago. I am often stopped by someone telling me they eat there when ever they go on vacation. I imagine it attracts a lot of locals too because the food is so consistent. We are saddened to hear that Henry passed in 2025 but were pleased the family is still working hard to continue the doors open to a great establishment. We'll be back. read more

The staff was really nice. Cute decor on the walls that you could buy. I had a ribeye and it was good. My husband loved his fish. I would definitely come back. read more

Henry's Restaurant - Side salad - American Near Me - Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina

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I've lived on the OBX my whole life. Henry's has been a constant and reliable breakfast spot. They always have great food and good service. They just recently got Gluten Free bread which is nice. I got an Omelet which was delicious and my son got the French Toast. The portion sizes are big and very fulfilling. Inside the restaurant there is plenty of seating and a cute little gift shop which is where you pay. If you ever come down to the OBX be sure to check them out. read more

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I've been waiting a long time to try their meatloaf. I had an opportunity to get it as a carryout. I noticed when I went to pay for it that they put a fee on for carry out. That didn't make me very happy considering they still asked me for a tip when I used my card. The potatoes were homemade and a little salty and the green beans were very tasty. The hush puppies were blah and the Meat Loaf the same. I'm not sure why there was 10 packs of butter in there for me to take home when one would suffice. I will say the lady and the gift shop was very nice. read more

Service was great the food was lacking flavor! The hush puppies tasted like fried corn bread the seafood was supposed to be broiled but it was more steamed it had no sear on the seafood! read more

Had lunch there yesterday. It is an old time OBX restaurant, with and extensive menu. I had a crab cake sandwich with onion rings and it was very good. My wife opted for breakfast and it was also excellent. They stop serving breakfast at 1300. She made it by six minutes. They have a nice gift shop. read more

I was very pleased with my Dinner! The seafood platter was delicious and tasted very fresh. Our waitress was awesome and very attentive. The prices were very reasonable when compared to most other restaurants in the area. read more

Everything about this place is great from my stopping by for a quick visit as I drove home from vacationing in Corolla. I got the She Crab Soup and it was delicious! read more

This was my first visit to Henry's and my last. I ordered a fried seafood dinner , oysters , scallops, and a crab cake. It cost with gratuity $48. Whomever cooked this meal needs to find a job they're good at, cooking is not it. A novice food preparer knows if over fry tender seafood you will make it tough and barely edible. I informed waitress and told her it won't affect her tip as she didn't cook the meal. I never complain but this was so under par , all I have to say is diner beware. Thank You... read more

I made the mistake of ordering their meat lovers omelette. I was without a doubt the worst omelette I have ever eaten. It had a few chunks of what appeared to be quarter inch square ham and a few identical chucks of some sort of highly processed beef. Seriously, the food I give my dog looks identical. What I ordered in the past was always great. Two recommendations for Henry's. Do not go during special event days and never ever order their specials. Keeping that in mind, you should really enjoy your experience. read more

The food was delicious. Nice big breakfast, my wife and I enjoyed our meals.The food came out pretty quick. I would go back for sure

Good breakfast that's all it's the he only time I have been there. The service is spot on. And the food is hot and hardy.

Service QUICK!, crab omelet yummy, hubby loved the turkey? Sausage. Poached eggs perfection, biscuits are LARGE for the abundant gravy.. Must have breakfast place read more

Probably never would have known about Henry's had it not been mentioned to us as a place to check out for down home, comfort food cooking. We went for dinner but this place also serves breakfast and lunch and is open all year round. We're told it's a local favorite, not just for tourists and visitors. When we went, busy season had just ended so we breezed right in around dinner time and were seated immediately. My kinda way to have a meal out. ;) The place is right off Croatan Hwy so conveniently accessible in KDH not far from the turnoff to Ocean Blvd. The inside is pretty basic but saying that isn't meant to be a dig. We liked the homey, cozy feel of the interior and the decor. Very clean, neat and well kept up. Sort of like you've arrived at your favorite Aunt's house. But beware, Henry's is a pretty small place inside. Decent amount of seating (see my and others' pics of the interior) but it's really just one big dining area. I'm guessing during the busy season you're bound to experience a wait - but then again, where won't you experience a wait during the high season?? So if you're lucky enough to be in the OBX looking for a place for a decent home cooked meal out in the off season, highly recommend Henry's. This is where I'd come. The staff and our server were super friendly - you could tell the staff all get along and enjoy each others' company and have been there a while. No hesitation from our server when we asked what Henry's specialties are - she told us all the seafood (except the coconut shrimp) is fresh caught local (great to know!), the fried pork chops are popular as are their hush puppies that came with both our entree platters and I'm guessing comes with all their entrees (so good and nice to get to sample them without having to order a side of them!). The menu is a BEAST. They've got something for everyone (including a kid's menu). Apps, surf, turf, chicken, soups (apparently the she crab soup is also a specialty), sandwiches, salads and desserts. All categories of food. For dinner, there's a long list of shareable apps - we ordered the fried pickles that came out golden brown, piping hot and piled high on the plate with a side of ranch dressing for dipping. They have a ton of seafood options including an all-you-can-eat option. Not as "fancy" as Captain George's seafood buffet but also not as $$$ and not as touristy and more of a menu variety than Jimmy's seafood buffet in a nicer setting. Prices are decent. I mean yes you're in a tourist beach town but it's also just as much a local joint so they're mindful that locals need a place to eat out without draining their wallets. Pay in the gift shop at the other end of the restaurant - a la Cracker Barrel style. The gift shop is actually pretty cool. Lots of beachy knick knacks as well as Henry's logo'ed t-shirts and apparel. Try Henry's. There's a good chance you'll like it. read more

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This one was a couple of months back. Henry's is almost always our stop on the way home from vacation. The decor is beachy and comfortable. They can handle large groups and the service is efficient and friendly. The food is tasty and filling. We appreciate our visits here. They have a nice gift shop as well. Check them out! read more

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Ate lunch as we were too late for breakfast (past 1pm). I had the Crab-cake platter with cole slaw and potato salad. Absolutely delicious. Husband ordered Club Sandwich with a fruit bowl (which is strawberries with whipped cream on the side.) Daughter ordered a grilled cheese sandwich that came with fries. Both were good. Husband was still hungry after finishing his sandwich. The women's bathroom was nice and clean. The men's bathroom door was wide open and I'm not sure if the door was off it's hinge. Waitress was pleasant and helpful with any menu questions. read more

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Had breakfast here while visiting the area and had a great time! Service was very friendly and the food was very good. Portion was great for the price and the flavor was good. Table was a little sticky but otherwise no complaints. read more

This was a good stop for the option of either breakfast or lunch at 11:30am. We ended up with eggs Benedict that were tasty. Home fries were good. This is a great place for basic food and good service. The seafood pick-your-own platters was also a win. Got my seafood variety with an alternative to fried for a change. Simple and yummy! Worth the wait outside on a Saturday morning. read more

This place is not highly publicized or talked about amongst all the people I know and others who go to OBX but wow! We looked for a breakfast spot on July 4th and the others that are highly publicized were closed. My daughter found Henry's so we passed by to see if it was open, Bam! It was! There was a line waiting, so we put our name on the list and went back to the truck to wait. Within 5 minutes we were texted that our table was ready! Holy crap that was fast! I ordered biscuits and gravy and the girls both ordered chicken and waffles. They were all great! I suggest ordering two eggs over easy. The ambiance was spaced out with benches and tables on the perimeter and large party seating in the middle. They have pictures on the wall and a gift shop where you go to pay after your meal. It was great! Everyone of the staff members we had a pleasure meeting were so polite and helpful. I'll be going back for sure. BTW. They have breakfast until 1pm and after that, they have lunch and dinner. Give it a try read more

5/5! After a nice night out in OBX, our group needed to get some breakfast in us before the day started. We stumbled upon Henry's Restaurant, so we gave it a try. The Food: I went with the "Steak and Eggs" for my meal. I was looking for a big meal, and this did the trick. The steak was cooked nicely, although a little thin, it was tender and delicious. The eggs and hash browns were cooked to my liking as well. It comes with two pancakes as well, and that was good. The Service: Service was great! came in on a busy morning so we put our names down and waited to be called outside. The staff were very friendly and attentive with our group, so that was nice. The Atmosphere: Plenty of seating inside. Nice and homey. Overall, a 5/5! The staff were friendly, the service was great, and the food was delicious. I'll be back for sure! read more

Henry's Restaurant - Steak and Eggs - American Near Me - Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina

This is being as gracious as I can be. I have to say that I was looking forward to going to Henry's. It had been a place I had frequented numerous times over the years. I honestly have no clue what has happened. Anyone can do a good breakfast...never had their breakfast. This is a review for dinner. If you're a tourist, maybe this place would be mid. It was my birthday weekend. My nephew's pre birthday weekend as well. Our waitress was okay. But I am glad we did not have the one that was basically a greeter. The whole restaurant could hear everything she was saying. Even when her father and his girlfriend showed up... we all knew who they were. Nothing quiet about her. I wished we had the older waitress. She was personable. Knew some of the regulars. Just plain friendly. I asked our waitress what she would recommend. Should have known better. She looked about half scared and about 12. So...I went with the large order of prime rib. Let me say this...as someone who has eaten alot of prime rib, even made prime rib...this is NOT PRIME RIB! It is an over marinated, economy rib eye. Prime rib is a rib roast...roasted whole. This steak was ..texture wise, cooked by the marinade. Then it was au jus'd with a grainy, packaged au jus. It was so damn salty. I ordered mash with gravy and beets. The mashed potatoes were not done. Raw potato in every bite. This is just my meal. I showed our waitress all the gristle from this faux prime rib. I told her that it is inedible. HALF OF THIS STEAK! No offer to give a discount or anything. This is the second "local" restaurant to have such crap, expensive food and do nothing to satisfy the customer. I wasn't going to make a scene. I shouldn't have to show my ass in order to have a good meal. This is a continuing theme, everywhere. If I can make it better at home, why go out to eat? read more

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Service was fine, most of the meal was fine, but do NOT order the prime rib. Mine was more than half fat and gristle (see photo). The kitchen said they're all like that - really? I know prime rib/ribeye does have a good portion of fat but this is just way too much. Will not be back. read more

Henry's Restaurant - 30 bucks buys you 10oz of fat and gristle, 4oz of edible meat - American Near Me - Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina

Food was great, we both ordered shrimp, service was excellent, I highly recommend this restaurant.

We absolutely love breakfast at Henry's. Everything is fresh, the coffee is always so good, and service is fast. The Captain with the pork chop, Crab Benedict, and every omelet I've ever had from here has always been amazing! read more

Henry's Restaurant - Menu - American Near Me - Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina

The fried flounder was OK, everything else kind of weak. The fries and jalapeño poppers were the kind out of a bag. Catsup, tartar sauce, the barbecue sauce came in little plastic to go ramikins. Who knows when those got filled up. They just weren't trying very hard, but it is North Carolina and maybe to the people around there that's good food. It was OK, I probably won't be back. read more

Finally was able to get in. Summertime you can't even find a parking space for this place went today, December 4 25 waitress staff was very friendly. Food was good came to table very quick and it was nice and quiet inside. read more

This is my fave breakfast spot in North Carolina! The waitress was so sweet, the place is clean and the food is so yummy. I go here every year when I visit and always try something new. This time I had the chicken biscuit sandwich. They make the buttermilk biscuits and it's one of the best! The chicken was standard but the home fries were a standout, they have little onions mixed in. The coffee is also one of my faves! I wish I knew the blend they use. Cannot wait to go back next time. read more

Great spot for good southern breakfast food! Really cute atmosphere and friendly servers. read more

Henry's Restaurant - The Nor'easter, Crab Benedict - American Near Me - Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina

Buoy, oh buoy! Did we enjoy this place or what? There's a ton of eateries in OBX, especially for breakfast! But Henry's in Kitty Hawk is eggscellent!! I love the cozy, nautical theme, the touristy placard in the front where you can take a photo, the wide porch and welcoming atmosphere! And yes, I always pose with the wooden cutout as a crab, pelican or fish because I'm a total goofball!! Our booth was super comfy and our server, Saraí, was on her toes! Her attentiveness was amazing and we complimented her to the owner! The food was superb!! Absolutely huge, fluffy, biscuits, great, creamy grits, the bacon and eggs were perfect and we left feeling full and happy as a clam without spending a lot of clams! Don't forget to check out the little gift shop on the way out! Certainly my fav breakfast place on the strip!! Now I must go back and try their dinners!!! read more

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The food was really amazing and the service was very friendly. It was like being on a little hometown restaurant with top quality seafood. We were there off season and it was nice that it was open. I also felt that the seafood was very good quality, but not crazily overpriced like some of the tourist places are. read more

This gem never disappoints for breakfast. Kudos to the management that hires enough staff to cook and serve up a hot breakfast in just minutes. And they do it with a smile. read more

Love the breakfast !! Always busy place but worth the wait . We always get breakfast when we come to the outer banks .

Friendliest waitstaff around. Excellent service. Food was mediocre. Ordered the Captain with cornbeef hash. Cornbeef was greasy and way too salty. Baked apples did not have any sugar in it and was super tart. And what was that "biscuit"? It had corn meal in it, so was it really cornbread? Spend your breakfast dollars elsewhere. read more

My mom and I stopped here on our way home because this place had been on her radar since we arrived. We had to wait 45 minutes to be seated for breakfast on a Saturday around 10am. We both got the fried trout with eggs. The trout had a great flavor, but I didn't appreciate finding tiny bones within it and it kind of ruined the breakfast. Everything was very good though, despite the bones. Also, because there were larger tables seated before us, we had to wait a very long time for our food to come. We were pretty hangry by the time it did come. This place would have been 4 stars, however, the bones in the trout and the long wait for the food because of larger tables coming before us was a downer. read more

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I tried the chicken supreme (I think that's what it was called). It comes topped with a very good honey mustard. I should have asked for no mushrooms but that's my fault. it comes with 2 hush puppies and 2 sides. The service was good. read more

Henry's Restaurant - American Near Me - Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina

Yum! I really enjoyed breakfast here. We got a lot of food for the money. The biscuits were good. They did fall apart a bit but they were big so that's not horrible given their size. Pancakes were phenomenal. HIGHLY recommend. Omelets were good, but home fries didn't have a lot of taste. I would have loved to have had onions or peppers in there, or some salt. Hostess was super nice, and I love the rocking chairs outside while you wait. read more

Been going to Henry's for as long as I can remember. Service is always superb, food is delicious. Waits can get long for breakfast, but well worth the wait! read more

Henry's Restaurant - Sausage & cheese omelet special w/ home fries & biscuit - American Near Me - Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina

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