BLUF: Local seafood from a James Beard awarding chef served in a super casual atmosphere over looking Oregon Inlet. Sea Chef is where fresh, quality seafood, a full bar and a casual atmosphere collide. If you don't know much about this spot you may be surprised to find such high quality food served at the local fishing inlet. I went for the shrimp burger and it didn't disappoint. Large shrimp are somehow formed into a patty and served on a potato roll with a somewhat spicy sauce, fresh julienne carrots and arugula. On a good weather day it's easy to sit outside on the second story deck and watch the people, boats and tides come and go. If the weather isn't cooperating, there is seating inside too. To extend your stay, order a drink from the full bar or opt for an ice cream sandwich made by local Surfin' Spoon frozen yogurt company. The logistics are that you order at the counter and then find a table. Soft drinks are self serve and a server will bring your food to the table. Parking is plentiful. The restaurant is located on the second story of the Oregon Inlet Fishing Center. It is handicap accessible via the elevator inside the main lobby/store. read more

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We met Chef Mac and Jeff in OBX when they were catering a private dinner for the rental house next to ours. We inquired, and although it was too late for our vacation week, I found them on social media and followed along as they opened this brick and mortar restaurant. Naturally, next year when we came to OBX for vacation, we came in to Sea Chef for lunch. It was incredible! The seafood was so fresh, well seasoned, and delicious. The restaurant is cute with an outdoor seating area overlooking the inlet area. There is a bar and a handful of tables inside as well. You order at the counter and then sit with a number and they bring the food to you. This place is definitely worth checking out if you're in OBX! read more

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Menu is limited and the staff not very friendly. We went for dessert last week and the door was locked 7 minutes before closing time. Needless to say we were not welcomed in at all. read more

Food was amazing. Drinks delicious and Sarah was so friendly and efficient! It's dockside which is even better. Chef came out to explain the Blue Cat fish dish. My husband ordered it and loved it read more

Wow, this place blew me away. We stopped in for takeout after a long day of fishing. The restaurant is relatively new and located right inside the fishing center. Fresh is as fresh does. The fried shrimp was challenging to resist and I'm glad I didn't put up much of a fight. The crunchy shrimp was cooked to perfection and seasoned just as well. I also couldn't leave OBX without another Surfin' spoon ice cream sandwich. Looking forward to returning in the future! read more

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Went for lunch it seemed like a more laid back restaurant than the ones in nags head. I ordered the fried oyster plate and my daughter ordered the blackened fish sandwich. Both meals were great the oysters were perfect and the fish sandwich was very good. read more

Nice deck overlooking the marina. Would be a great place to catch the sunset. It was a windy evening but there were protected areas to eat outside. Food was delicious, though cocktails came in plastic cups. Service was fast snd friendly. read more

While visiting Nags Head we drove down to watch the fishing boats come in at Oregon Inlet. We ran across this new restaurant which was a pleasant surprise. We decided to have lunch and it was really good. It's in a new building at the Oregon Inlet Marine. It's really nice inside with some original fish prints for sale. Everyone ordered seafood as it doesn't get any fresher. The fried shrimp was outstanding. Another hit was the tilefish. Our server was really good and she explained the menu and options. Everyone was really impressed with the total package of this eatery. Can't wait to return. read more

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The food is so good. Ridiculously good. We're camping across the street and were excited to try Sea Chef. We've now come twice in a few days the food is so good. Sorry repeating myself but it deserves multiple mentions. The shrimp burger is amazing as is the boil. They're both so good we've had a hard time trying something else on the menu. For the quality of the food the price is great. So happy this place opened here. The views and ambiance are great too. Fun to sit and watch the fishing boats come in. read more

Sea Chef Dockside Kitchen - View and the boil - Seafood Near Me - Nags Head, North Carolina

Must visit! What a gem along the highway . Staff is friendly, quick and helpful! Food is made from scratch and delicious and the prices are reasonable. Anything you choose you will love. Please try it is a wonderful break from driving, love the ambiance! Try the homemade ice cream sandwich, screw the diet!! See you next time read more

Sea Chef Dockside Kitchen - Seafood Near Me - Nags Head, North Carolina

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Everything was perfect. Yummy food, amazing dessert (ice cream and banana pudding), clean environment. The staff were extremely friendly, sweet, and attentive. Underrated place :') I'd love to come back read more

Sea Chef Dockside Kitchen - Captains Platter - Seafood Near Me - Nags Head, North Carolina

The sheepshead and the tile fish were some of the best I have had in a LONG time Definitely worth the drive. I have found my "new favorite " place in the outer banks ! Service was great. The outside dining is pet friendly. read more

Great service and food, however the menu options and prices reflected a finer dining experience than you'll get at this establishment. The design of the website made us think this would be a romantic date night location - which it is definitely not. There's 10 ish tables crammed into a small room, counter service, and the other customers were primarily drunk men in sweaty tank tops and flip flops. Despite the atmosphere, the food really was good and made the visit worth it. The only food complaint we had was being served dessert in a to go container that we could've grabbed from the fridge ourselves when we had been dining at a table. Our dessert could've been easily plated for the amount of money we spent on just 2 people. Great place to grab a bite, but don't dress up. read more

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This place is on the newer side and Google maps had an issue getting us the right spot. Very little exterior signage yet. So go the back side of Ocean's Edge bait and tackle and you'll find it. That said, the food absolutely made up for the extra driving around in circles. I ordered the crab cake BLT and a jalapeño margarita and hefty side order of spicy pickles and my boyfriend had the burger. He said it was excellent. And he didn't offer me a bite so I knew it had to be. My margarita was super fresh and had just the right amount of spiciness. The crab cake BLT was perfectly balanced. Very crispy bacon, fresh tomato and the cake itself was simple, moist, well seasoned, and not overly breaded. A hint of mayo and the brioche bun pulled all together. The pickles were good and definitely had some kick! The fries were thin, crispy and nicely salty. They also came with a great spicy aioli for dipping. Definitely worth the stop while driving to Cape Hatteras. Next time we'll try the desserts read more

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Words won't do this place justice. Providing some pictures from two different visits and even still justice won't be served. Go. Here. Now. And again later!!! PS I'll forever be dreaming of the shrimp burger read more

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What an incredible restaurant. I shared a shrimp burger and a sold shell crab sandwich with a friend. Absolutely delicious. The views from the outside deck were absolutely beautiful. A must go to! read more

Food is awesome! Service was great! The view from the deck is spectacular. Do yourself a favor and eat there.

What a great day for the pig picking and oyster roast. We had the opportunity to spend the day with another couple and the event. We all had a wonderful time! Chef Mac, the pig was nothing short of outstanding with your homemade BBQ sauce. The Savage Inlet oysters were delicious. You were so well prepared with all utensils and amenities to make the meal complete. The staff was welcoming and friendly. Bryan Campbell is an outstanding musician and was so accommodating to play requested songs. All things considered, an outstanding day! Thank you! Mac Daddy Photos read more

Very good local fresh sea food! The crab cake BLT is made in house and is delicious even without the BLT! Save room for their homemade desserts! Staff is friendly and great atmosphere. Would go back several times! read more

To call it a restaurant is a bit of a stretch, I would call it a deli/sandwich style cafe. However when weather permits you will appreciate dining on the patio. You place your order at the counter and sit yourself. The indoor dining area is cozy and clean and nicely decorated. I ordered the Shrimp Burger with a side of cut fries. The "burger" while juicy and thick was very bland, seriously in need of seasoning. My husband ordered the fried oyster platter with fries and a side of slaw; I wish I had ordered the platter as well. When we decided to eat outside they enthusiastically carried our meals outside for us making sure we had everything we needed! We live in Kitty Hawk so we will be back. read more

Food was amazing. Incredibly fresh and great flavors. Super cute, small spot. Awesome water location. More locals than tourists. Worth the ride from Nags Head. read more

Possibly the best calamari I've had. The shrimp burger and crab fritters were very good too. A must stop if you're in the area.

Sea Chef was amazing! We had a delicious meal there. The ambiance was laid back with a nice atmosphere. It was too windy to eat outside but on a calmer day there is plenty of outdoor seating with a dockside view. The service and people there were wonderful. We are adding this place to our must go to places at the OBX. read more

Had dinner outside on the patio with our family. The service was outstanding and our food was absolutely delicious. The drinks were made perfectly, the shrimp was light and crispy, the crab fritters were filled with crab and not fillers, and the calamari was some of the best we've had in a long time. We loved our meal, the atmosphere, and the service! A great addition to the local area!! read more

New restaurant at Oregon Inlet that was recommended by the Park Rangers when we were RVing...EXCELLENT redfish entree on the menu! Very friendly staff, great waterfront view! We were there a few days ago and have been ordering redfish at every restaurant on our trip...the chef at Oregon Inlet has THE best recipe so far, no one else has come close! read more

My husband and I just can't get enough of this special restaurant. The food, the waitstaff and the owners are over the top. We are driven to visit this restaurant at least two times each weekend we go to the Outer Banks. Try the BLT crab cake or the Captain's platter. You will be returning., read more

Sea Chef Dockside Kitchen - Calamari - Seafood Near Me - Nags Head, North Carolina

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