Food was very good. Service was only okay. Our party of 6 at the outset requested 3 checks, and…read moreour server mumbled something but said ok. When it was time to pay he explained that it would take him 10 minutes to separate the order to 3 check and suggested we split it 3 ways. To avoid a standoff we agreed. If it was against restaurant policy we should have been told.

I mean it's iconic, it's good, it could push its way into greatness but maybe not…read more One street back from the beach. Easy parking every day. Gracious and friendly staff to a person. Good menu selection. Real food and ample portions. Why not great? On a recent visit, two perfect steaks sat next to the most uninspired, dullard, disinterested, Broccoli and potatoes on this planet . Absolutely no reason for this

We had a great meal at a great spot. I had the crab cakes-very well done. The mahi sandwich was…read moreperfect. The shrimp linguini disappeared quick. And, as always, the cheeseburger for our non-seafood-loving child was good. The fries were really good, too, apparently Our server was really good. We sat on the deck with a view of the Atlantic, and we had a really nice sunset. Just as we were leaving, the live music started with a nice vibe. Would highly recommend.

This was my first time here and will be my last. I arrived at 4:30 today (Thursday). A woman opened…read morethe door and said they were closed for cleaning and they would open at 5. So I waited a half hour for them to open. I asked for a booth where I could have room to work and eat and the hostess walked me over to a 4 top, which would've been perfect. The 2 tops are tiny. She said she would have to ask if could sit there, which was odd because it just opened and not many people were there. She talked to the gentleman at the bar-- who I assume was in charge. Based on the words exchanged, it seemed problematic from his perspective for me to sit there, despite the mostly empty restaurant. Since I'm a lawyer, I work where I dine much of the time and never experienced such a problem trying to get seated. The hostess asked me if upstairs was okay and suggested it would be quieter. Assuming she was taking me to a 4 top upstairs, I went up with her only to find there were a bunch of 2-tops. At that point, it felt as if I was not heard or cared about--as if I were unwelcome--despite being pleasant with the staff from the moment I walked in. So I was about to go back down the stairs and said it's okay I'll just go somewhere else. Then a woman on the staff overheard me and it was suggested I could sit at the bar. I explained that's not a good space because the bar area can become loud. And this is especially so when people become intoxicated. So basically my options were a little two-top or the bar. I ended up leaving. I worked very hard in the restaurant industry before I enlisted in the Coast Guard and eventually became an attorney, which is why I always make it a point to be polite to service staff. And I would've never treated people the way I was treated here. I could understand them not wanting me to take up the space of a 4 top if it were a Friday, a weekend, or later in the day, but this is Thursday right at opening time at 5pm when the restaurant isn't even busy. I wouldn't recommend this restaurant.

Awesome menu. Delicious everything. Greatttttt view of the sunset. Highly recommend for a kids feee…read moredate night

We stopped in for an early dinner. There were no other dinner reservations so we were lucky to get…read moreone. We started with drinks and apps. The drink I ordered was actually gross. But redeemed with a margarita. All the food we ordered was really good however. I was impressed with how many gluten free options there were and our server was very knowledgeable. My least favorite thing was the paper straws. They're not gluten free and they're gross! I'm not sure the bar realizes this. The view here you can't beat as well :)

It was a great day to sit outside and enjoy our food and the weather. The food was amazing.. I had…read morethe grilled salmon on a Caesar salad (phenomenal, I might add) also my partner had the fish and chips, (Fantastic, with the exception of the sweet potato fries (they were too crispy). Our server, Lucas, was totally attentive and very informative. Our experience was fantastic and we'd definitely recommend. The atmosphere was great and we're looking forward to coming back. Thanks for a wonderful experience... Highly recommended!

Fabulous waitress upstairs with an ocean view made the evening very enjoyable…read more They had beef tips and grits on the menu. Due to a shrimp allergy,I usually have to ignore any grit listing. Steamers creative chef made this mouth watering recipe perfectly! My husband loved his traditional lightly breaded and oiled shrimp basket. Steamers is a great choice with multiple bars to grab a drink. No reservations taken in the summer months so go early.

The service was amazing, dishes were really really good and we had a so beautiful view on the sea,…read morewith a beautiful sunset !!! Thank you for this wonderful evening we pass here !!!

On our way back from duck we stopped for Lunch. Sat inside…read morewith a great view of the sound. Waitress was training someone which was fine. She took our drink orders and we ordered lunch. I had the chicken wings with garlic parm on the side with fries and hubby had fish and chips the lunch special. My wings were great nice and crispy. Hubby said his fish and chips were Also good. We Recommend and would return.

The seafood risotto was amazing! Service was also very good…read more We' were able to get right in and the menu looked so yummy.

After checking into our hotel in Kitty Hawk, we headed to The Black Pelican for an early dinner…read morearound 4:00 PM, thanks to a ton of recommendations on an OBX Facebook group. We beat the crowds and got a table on the upstairs patio. It technically looks out over the ocean, though from our spot, it was mostly a view of the sand! We ordered their famous recommended dish and said it was amazing. My Salmon was great too! The only downside? The service really went downhill after the food arrived. Despite being the only ones on the patio, our waiter never checked back in. A couple of waitresses were just hanging out by the bar on their phones, too. Eventually, one of them noticed our cleared plates, asked about dessert, and just brought the bill. No "how was everything?" or "can I get you anything else?"--which was a bummer for such a highly recommended spot!

The happy hour is to die for. Were my eyes bigger than my stomach yes but I ate it all. I wish they…read moredidn't run out of wings but who's going to hate shrimp and tacos. I would definitely go back a great introduction to OBX. The staff was super nice and I still have my souvenir cup.

Stopped in for lunch and was greeted by an unfriendly, somewhat nasty attitude hostess. Service…read moredidn't get much better at the table. Our party of 6 split up to avoid having to wait 45 minutes for a single table to sit us all. We were a party of 4 and another table of 2. We had different waitress and the one table was almost finished their meal before the other table was served even though we sat down at the same time. I was informed the scallops were chewy due to being over cooked and the soft shell crab was fishy tasty like they were not fresh and they cut a small one into two not coming close to filling the taco shell. The peel your own shrimp were also over cooked making it difficult to get the shell off. I will however say the clam chowder was delicious, the she crab soup was a little too rich for me to finish my bowl but was very tasty. The blackened tuna bites were amazing. However despite my meal being good the over consensus was not good.

House was perfect for a week of fun in the sun. Bedrooms all have bathrooms which is super…read moreconvenient. Loved the views from the many decks, ate lunch on the deck and enjoyed the ocean views. And many days after the beach we ended up in the pool/bar area for further relaxation and fun. Also have to mention the hot tub and fire pit area were appreciated by all! We rented bikes and explored the nearby bike path and rode to Duck for shopping. Great trip! We hope to come back again soon!

Service and management are delightful and knowledgeable about the menu. The kitchen is open to the…read morebar, so you can see the care and attention to detail that they put into the food. Excellent visual aesthetics to the plating and presentation, and the beignets are some of the best I've ever had.

Came here for cocktails and I have to tell you the man behind the bar is basically doing Willy…read moreWonka for adults. There's a large bar in the back where our whole party sat to grab drinks before heading to dinner. There's both indoor and outdoor seating as well. I was so torn because this cocktail menu is extensive, like anything you could possibly want. I went with the hot & dirty because I love a good dirty martini, and this one did not disappoint. So perfectly spicy and briney. Other honorable mentions include the Red Sky Spritz made with fresh watermelon, and the Summer Nights made with lavender and coconut creme. We did also get to try some beignets here which were fluffy, rich and delicious. Tasted homemade right out of the oven. Would definitely recommend.

A solid 4/5. Though the hotel is 20 years old, the lobby and rooms have clearly been refreshed…read morerecently. It's very pretty and well decorated. The staff were professional and pleasant. Great location too! A couple things worth mentioning though. Our room was very damp. And not just a little humid (we lived in FL for 15 years so we understand humidity), but like our clothes felt wet when we put them on and paper gift bags were soft. We actually turned off the air and opened the slider to air the room out a couple times. If I had to take a stab in the dark, there's likely a serious mold issue behind the walls. There was mold growing on the AC unit. Another thing about the area in general (not just the hotel)...flies. Be prepared to have them tag along with you EVERYWHERE. They were in every restaurant we went to, by the pool, at the beach, in the gym, in every store. It was the most bizarre thing. Just everywhere. Also, I didn't realize how dog friendly this hotel was. We have two dogs and love them, but our room clearly had a dog in it previously with signs of hair on the AC unit and in the carpet. I wish we'd have brought our own pillows as the ones in our room were down pillows and even with 2 of them, they still fall flat. Overall, the location, price, service, and amenities were totally fine but those things like the room being super damp, the flies, and pet hair were just little nuisances that I think people should be aware of.

We cannot say enough wonderful things about the Kitty Hawk Pier and the entire team who helped make…read moreour wedding absolutely perfect! First and foremost, the Kitty Hawk Pier made planning our wedding from a state away incredibly easy. Every single coordinator we worked with was friendly, accommodating, and genuinely invested in making our day special. Emma, especially, answered what was probably 2,839,028,392 emails from me and my million questions with patience, professionalism, and kindness every single time. From the very beginning, the entire team made us feel like our wedding was special and unique--not like they simply do this every weekend. The level of attention, care, and personal service they provided to make our wedding perfect was truly incredible and so appreciated. The food was AMAZING! We had several food allergies among our guests, including me--the bride--being allergic to gluten. The team went above and beyond to make sure everyone could eat safely while still enjoying an incredible meal. We had the mahi and beef, and our guests could not stop talking about how delicious everything was. We were also so impressed by how quickly and efficiently everyone was served. Every single employee we encountered was incredibly helpful, kind, and attentive. From the bartenders and servers to the managers, everyone went out of their way to make sure we and our guests had the best possible experience--and we truly did. Having the hotel right on site was an absolute dream. The hotel staff were incredibly accommodating, and our guests were very happy with their rooms, the restaurant, and the pool and beach access. The gym even had Peloton bikes! The entire setup made the weekend so convenient and enjoyable for everyone. I truly cannot stress enough what a dream venue this is for anyone who wants to get married at the beach. Being able to have all of our guests check in and be done traveling, have the most beautiful beach ceremony, and then immediately move inside to air conditioning while still enjoying the incredible views over the water was absolutely perfect. Having access to the pier for photos was also such a special bonus and gave us so many beautiful memories and pictures. The Kitty Hawk Pier truly gave us the beach wedding of our dreams. From the planning process to the food, staff, accommodations, location, and every little detail in between, everything was exceptional. We will be forever grateful to the entire team for helping us create the most perfect wedding weekend and would wholeheartedly recommend the Kitty Hawk Pier to anyone looking for a beautiful, stress-free, and truly unforgettable wedding venue!