Usually when I'm in a beach town, I skip the restaurants and head into the hinterlands to find…read moresomething worthwhile. In Ocracoke, you don't need to do that. I highly recommend Dajio Restaurant. The meal was excellent. I had the blackened ahi on a salad. It was fresh and perfectly cooked. There's a decent but minimal selection of wines by the glass, and I went with a Sauvignon Blanc that paired perfectly. Most of the wines have good ratings by the major wine reviewers. Service was outstanding. The server had that classic beach-town ease (local or seasonal) but really knew the menu and did a great job. At one point, a woman who appeared to be management stopped by the table to check in. When she asked how things were, my answer was simple: "Incredible." The atmosphere is exactly right, relaxed but still polished, with just the right amount of energy without feeling crowded or chaotic. That balance is harder to get right than people think, and they've nailed it. I don't hand out compliments lightly, but this place delivers. Simple, fresh food, executed properly. No gimmicks, no shortcuts. This is absolutely a place you should try if you're in Ocracoke. I'll be back.

I found this restaurant on line and the menu looked great! I was really looking forward to going…read morethere for a meal. Upon arrival my wife went on to our table while I visited the restroom. I was so disgusted with the filth! " not new filth" OLD FILTH THAT NEVER GETS CLEAN!! I wont go into detail. I joined my wife at our table and ordered a couple of bottled beers. The floor was sticky and dirty, everything on the table was dirty and the whole place smelled like a dirty mop . We didn't order any food or any drinks requiring ice because I don't trust the kitchen or the ice machine is any cleaner than the bathroom. We drank our beer and left.

Decent spot to stop in for some beer and food! They have about 15 beers on tap (including a cider)…read moreand rotate regularly, it seems. They have a restaurant inside so you can drink and eat at the same time. Bar seating, table seating, and to go options are available. Be patient, as the bar tender is on island time, and usually alone. So just enjoy!

I spent nearly two hours here sipping local beers, writing Yelp reviews and enjoying their fabulous…read moreair conditioning. It's a lovely and relaxing space with friendly service and a great selection of beers. Upstairs and downstairs seating and some tables outside, too. When the two-man rock band set up and started blasting away, it was time for me to move on. Other people were enjoying it but that's not my vibe. [Review 776 of 2025 - 4208 in North Carolina - 24336 overall]

Nice little spot to get a quick drink and stop for a break on a hot day. They have a surprisingly…read morebroad selection of drink options available, and the staff are really friendly. Outdoor space is spacious and great to sit for a bit, or you can take shelter from the heat indoors and sit at their bar. Also dog friendly on the patio, which is always fun!

This is the coolest place! Seating indoor at bar and outdoor on a clean and delightful deck…read more.. draft beer and a cooler full of beer and cider options. Fun and quirky gifts. Definitely a "must go" when in Ocracoke.

Very nice bar and restaurant in downtown Ocracoke NC. Fun decorated dinning space with sea and…read morepirate themes and lots of state plates. Cool angled interior space with a rustic feeling open post and beam roof. Grabbed a pound of peal and eat shrimp. Drinks were strong and savory however a bit pricy. They do close a bit early @ 10 or so. There was no live music however the bar was lively and friendly.

Absolutely excellent experience. Super friendly service, great atmosphere- seems like an…read moreinstitution without feeling touristy. Got the fresh catch, blackened and it was cooked and seasoned to perfection. All local beers on tap and a nice drink selection. Gluten free items are clearly marked and space is relatively accessible. Ramp (though very long!) to get in and relatively accessible restrooms. About a 15 minute drive once you get off the ferry. Would absolutely come back.

This is the second time we've come to Watermen's set on the sound side of Hatteras Island the…read moresunsets are spectacular. We ordered the bbq ribs and mahi mahi neither disappointed. Ribs were tender and fell apart and the sides were a nice touch. The mahi mahi was flaky and delicious. Staff is very helpful a waiters are quick to deliver.

Place your order, grab a drink and an outside table while you watch the kite boarders provide…read moreawesome entertainment. The staff here are super friendly and make great cocktails and amazing fresh food. We tried the Blackened Local Tuna Sandwich and the Blackened Mahi Mahi Wrap. Both came with a choice of a side (get the Black Bean Salad-it's delicious). Their seafood is fresh and delicious and both come with wasabi cream or cilantro, lime sauces. The Mahi Mahi wrap had the perfect cucumber crunch and the tuna was seared to a perfect medium rare. Don't worry, there are non-seafood and vegetarian options as well.

A must!!!!!! Out of all the places we went. This place was really good. The waitresses were…read moreawesome and just a good feel. We plan on going back multiple times while we are in town. Please trust me go by. Try the food. You will not be unhappy.

Great local lunch/dinner spot offering fresh seafood and burgers at very good prices. Place gets…read morecrowded quickly so don't plan on going there during peak times. I knocked one star off only due to the loud classic rock being played indoors making talking across the bar/table difficult.

I was a solo diner tonight and was given the option to either sit at the bar or at a table. I chose…read morea table and from what I could tell there wasn't a single table that did not have a view of the bay. I was able to watch the ferry come in, and watch the sun getting lower and lower over the water. Stunning. I did not catch my waiter's name, but he seemed very familiar with the locals who sat at tables near me. I ordered the bacon wrapped scallops off the starters menu and the spinach salad. With that I had a water and a bottled beer. The food was delicious and plentiful. I had already spied the lemon cheesecake on the menu and told him when I ordered my dinner that I was going to finish with that and a coffee. He said he'd make sure that the pot was brewed for me which I thought was nice. When the bill came, there were two prices listed, one for credit and one for cash instead of saying that they up charge for credit sales they were it that they discount for cash sales, smart business! The parking lot is gravel, plenty of parking and well lit. The restaurant itself is upstairs and as far as I know, you have to climb the steps to go up. I could be wrong, but I didn't see any alternatives. I can imagine that during busy season, reservations would be required.

Decided to try Dinky's at the last minute and I was not disappointed. There was already a line by…read more5PM, so we knew it would be good! I was really impressed by the variety offered on the menu, including the number of things that were either gluten-free or could be prepared gluten-free. Our server was friendly and attentive. Our food came out quickly. The servings were very generous and I definitely could have split a dish with my hubby.

One of my favorite restaurants, ever. Everything is lovely. The location, the view, the gardens…read moreoutside, the great service, and the incredible food and drinks. The lavender lemonade is amazing. The caesar salad is our absolute favorite. The lobster bisque is incredible. The salmon, shrimp tempura appetizer, blackened scallops... all amazing. When I visited this year, I came for dinner, breakfast, and had take-out- all were spectacular. My favorite item of all time was the almond creme brûlée- it was unbelievable. I will be dreaming about it forever. I adore this place!

We went down to Hatteras to visit my in laws but we wanted to grab breakfast before and I found…read morethis little gem on Yelp. My husband the first bite of the cure was delicious. My husband wanted more. My eggs Benedict were good. Hollandaise needed something I couldn't figure it out. The hash browns lacked flavor. Everything else was good. We will be back to try other dishes. Service was ok. Good idea to make a reservation instead of showing up. Will do a follow up review.

Laid back sports bar with delicious food, awesome specials and drinks. Friendly service and a great…read moreplace to unwind and relax!

We went here after a boat tour. I had the barbecue chicken wings six piece with ranch. They were…read morereally good served hot and fresh. I love the flavor of the barbecue. Our server was nice and the food was delivered quickly. The place reminds me of a typical beach bar. You have some pool table some outdoor seats And some good space.

Awesome place by the waters for some grub and drinks. Beers cold AF on tap and the bartender's…read moresuper nice. Make sure you say hi to Bailey at the bar!

Having the Wreck be the end of our 100k Blackbeard ultra race was awesome! Thanks for being a race…read moresponsor and for the great food after the race. Chicken quesadillas were great!