Sometimes it is just best to take the facts at face value and not ask too many questions. If nothing else, it keeps you from having to testify when Subpoena Time comes around.... After an afternoon of jumping in the waves and bodyboarding, me an a French kid decide that we are hungry and need some caloric refreshments. Even though the Kitty Hawk Beach has 1x Verizon service, Yelp still came through and told me to get to Spanky's. Seemed appropriate. This is a first class beach joint. When you walk in, there is a sign that says 'No Shirt, No Shoes, No Skirt, No Problem.' Problem solved, we are eating here. We sauntered up to the counter and ordered the Bacon Pepper Jack Burger, which is one of their best sellers I'm told. And for good reason! It has just the right amount of fire to compliment a day on the waves without leaving your lips burning and seared. The fries were ok, but as my wave riding partner pointed out, 'not as good as the fries last night.' But then again, the fries last night were stellar and beyond the ability to be surpassed, so this isn't really a negative by any stretch of the imagination. The vibe here is pure NC Beach town. In fact, they do this vibe much better than Virginia Beach does. All of the retro vibe without any of the 2000's Kitsch. The only thing preventing a 5 star review is the fact that they are located way too far from my house. Move closer to Va Beach and we will talk. Au revoir! read more

Looking for something different tried this place. Glad I did and so was my wallet, we got five hot dogs, cheeseburger, cheese fries and drinks, $15! Not only cheap but really good, not chain type burgers and dogs. Super casual atmosphere funny manager. Good cheap eats! read more

Pretty good place for a quick bite to eat we chose to eat outside and it was great the owner was super friendly to us and the food came out pretty fast. The burgers were pretty good nothing to die for but perfect for the price and style of burger joint read more

Definitely a fan of Spanky's Grille! Decided to stop here for lunch with our party of 10. Food was excellent, service was fast and extremely friendly and prices were awesome! I had the clam strips with sweet potato fries and hush puppies. The clam strips and hush puppies were fried well. Crisp but very tender inside. The sweet potato fries had a good flavor but were a little overlooked. Someone ordered the Famous Viking burger next to us and all the teenagers in our group couldn't stop ogling and drooling. They've begged for days to go back so they could try a Viking. To quote my 12 year old, "These are the best chili cheese fries I've ever had!" Overall, the atmosphere is a fun family-friendly small diner with great food, excellent prices and wonderful personable service. We'll be back next year! read more

If you're looking for fast, cheap, and delicious then Spanky's is the way to go! We liked it so much, went had multiple lunches here in one week! The cheeseburgers and chili cheese fries were awesome and then the next time, we got corn dogs and chili dogs which were also great. They run specials, serve beer and the staff is super friendly. We weren't quite brave enough to try the gator but was really impressed with the fast food/ diner feel that serves alcohol. You will absolutely get the bang for your buck and remember: A wise monkey is a monkey that doesnt monkey with another monkey's monkey! I LOVE THIS SIGN ON THEIR WALL. (They have a monkey theme going on...) read more

This was probably one of our favorite places while on vacation! Great burgers and fried seafood. Staff was very friendly and accommodating!! Highly encourage you to try it!! read more

monkeys. monkeys everywhere. this, this is good! monkeys are fantastic creatures. five stars. also good fries. yes yes. monkeys are primates, fun fact! read more

Go here every time I'm at OBX, usually have the Banimal and it's awesome. This year my son and I had the Mad Viking, downed it and got our names on the wall and we will do it again next year. Love this place you gotta go there. read more

Good food for a quick bite! It's like homestyle fast food! Waited all week for the hot turkey And it was good! The owner was taking the orders- what a nice guy! read more

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The crab cakes were delicious and fresh - not canned/frozen. The hush puppies were pretty good, but could've used some jalapeno. I would go back again just for the crab cakes, though. This is an order at the counter style place (with plenty of seating available or take-out) with a friendly staff and reasonable prices. The interior decor puts focus on small diner-style photography and wall art, ocean themes, and monkeys. A lot of monkeys. I wish I had asked about the monkeys... read more

Very friendly, family owned local business. Food freshly prepared and a good variety. Burgers are probably the most ordered item. Fries are great. Hard to beat the combination of good food and decent prices. They are a little on the small side as far as restaurants go, but it works fine. read more

Despite the overly casual interior, Spanky's is a great and affordable choice for families. I had a the NC BBQ combo with fries and drink ($5.99), my husband had the footlong italian sausage combo with fries and a drink($6.99), my younger two children had the hotdogs ($0.69), and my oldest had a BBQ sandwich. We order a basket of fries for all the children to share. For less than $25, we were able to feed our family and the food was very good. My husband said that the italian sausage was probably one of the best he has ever had, my bbq sandwich was moist and flavorful, and the fries were crunchy - just the way I like them. Overall, a great and afforable choice for families seeking a quick bite to eat! read more

Excellent little burger joint! A lot of food for little cost. I love any place that has tater tots as an option and cooked perfectly crispy! Definitely will be returning on our next OBX trip read more

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Burgers are some of the best we've had in the OBX. They are handmade with fresh (not frozen) beef. Chili cheese fries were awesome. Good prices, super friendly service and yummy food! Very, very casual and great for kids. read more

GUYS! GO HERE IMMEDIATELY! This was the BEST Carolina style burger I have ever had. Burgers are my favorite food and I have seriously struggled to find what I'm looking for since moving to Colorado. This Carolina burger was perfect. The homemade slaw, chili, mustard, cheese, and onions. It all came together in perfect harmony. The owner was at the register and very friendly. The place was packed with locals and he knew all their names. The food and service were both impeccable and we will definitely be back next year! read more

You must order the Bacon Burger when you visit! Very fresh and tasty. My wife is a food snob, and loved the hot dogs. My kids loved both the chicken tenders and the cool atmosphere. The monkeys hanging everywhere were a big hit. read more

When I was a kid, my family came to the OBX every year, and now that we're adults, my siblings and I are starting the trend again. We got one of those coupon books and saw that Spanky's had won all these awards for their cheeseburgers, and I said to my family, "We have to try this." The first time we tried going, unfortunately, was right after a tropical storm, so it was closed (probably due to a power outage.) Luckily, I was with my brother and sister a little later in the week, and I convinced them to come here for lunch. I had the double cheeseburger, my sister had the crab cake combo, and my brother had the special "Monkey Burger" which came with a bottle of the Monkey Butt hot sauce. Also, we ordered a large basket of the chili cheese fries. We all loved our food - I'm not a crab cake person or a hot sauce person, but my siblings thought they were delicious. The burger is nicely beefy and grilled to perfection. I might add a dash more seasoning, but overall the meal was fantastic. Not to mention the hush puppies, which we all loved. Smash cut to a few days later, before we leave, I say, "Man, I'd really like to go back to Spanky's again." Everyone agrees with me - it turns out that my sister had been dreaming of revisiting those hush puppies and chili cheese fries. I got the catfish sandwich this time around and it was perfect. I've had catfish sandwiches in NYC that are almost as good and about four times more expensive. My sister had the fried flounder and she really enjoyed that too. We picked up a to-go order of hush puppies for my mom; she said they were the best she's had in the Outer Banks. As an added bonus, the owner remembered us from earlier in the week! We told him we loved it so much we had to come back again. Next time I'm in Kitty Hawk, Spanky's will be my number one stop. Honestly, it was better (and cheaper) than any sit down restaurant we visited while we were out there. PS. I checked "Beer and wine only" for alcohol, but really, they only have bottled beer. The owner told us that he tried to sell wine once, but no one purchased it so they stopped offering it. read more

Great burger and slaw. Healthy potion of slaw as well. Service was quick, and has a nice little hometown feel to it.

We were in Duck for a few days and my daughters wanted a burger.... We ended up at Spanky's and we all loved it. My girls are picky and the couldn't stop raving about their cheeseburger. Great service! Great price! Great food! Nothing fancy with the interior but clean! Thanks for the experience. We will be back. read more

They have a open face turkey sandwich with mash potatoes on Friday night for $5. Get the grave on the side, it's very salty. Most reasonable prices in Kitty Hawk. Carolina Burger very good. read more

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This place is the epitome of dive on the surface. With just a few seats and a short order environment I didn't really know what to expect. The owner, who was working the register, really sold the friendly atmosphere from the get go. While the menu is mostly inexpensive, except the cheese sticks - I never figured out why they were so pricey. I got the Monkey Butt burger which is basically a bacon cheeseburger but the catch is a bottle of either mango hot sauce or ghost pepper sauce is included in the price. So you basically get a souvenir with your meal. I tried their ghost pepper sauce and was happy with the heat and flavor. The burger itself was a little overdone but the meat still melted in your mouth. It wasn't the best burger I've ever had but it was good. If you go you have to try the funnel fries for dessert. If your in the outer banks and looking for an escape from the expensive sea food joints, definitely try Spanky's. I'll be going back when we come back next year. read more

Best burger in OBX! Very juicy hand-smashed and grilled to order. Burgers range from 1/4 lb single to a giant 2 POUND Mad Viking! Let me know if you plan to eat this. I want to come watch. The girls got the popcorn shrimp basket. They gave it 5 stars. Large amount of shrimp, fries and a handful of hushpuppies. You can't beat the prices. Hot dogs start at $.89 (before 4:00) Hamburger steak, mashers/gravy & banana pudding $4.99. Very, very friendly staff. This will be our new stop on our way home from the beach house. read more

Spanky's is a must for lunch! Every time we have eaten there, we see guys from the utility companies and other contractors showing up to grab a bite. They serve a nice variety of mostly sandwiches, burgers, hot dogs etc. And very inexpensive! We like to sit outside at the picnic tables and watch the traffic whiz by on the bypass. This place is great if you have kids, cuz it won't break the bank, and the food is very tasty! read more

The five stars is for the value and the the taste of the food and the quality of the service. Let's face it there are limited places down here that are budget friendly. Visiting the OBX isn't inexpensive and most restaurants are $$ or $$$. This place is not expensive but you will get a great meal for the money. read more

Spanky's is a must go to. Their food is delicious and the price is great! We came to the OBX for vacation and came back to Spanky's twice! The staff is very nice and the cashier is very personable. I wasn't sure what to order so he gave me a few suggestions. I got the turkey and bacon sandwich. The turkey was fresh and moist. I also ordered sweet potatoes fries and they were not greasy at all. The second time I went my husband got the surf and turf burger and it was so good! Seasoned very well and not over cooked. I got the shrimp burger which was also very delicious! The next time we come to the OBX we definitely will be coming here again! read more

Food was excellent and the staff was awesome. Met a few awesome people who have been coming for 10 years! read more

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Perfect lunch for our family of five (mom, dad, 14/11/6 yr olds.). Indoor seating available with every other table blocked off. Free refills of soda. Fed everyone for under $45: burgers, chicken tenders, bbq sandwich fries! Well done Spanky's! read more

A great spot for a quick, affordable meal, served to you by a friendly bunch. So glad that we stumbled on this place!

This place is AMAZING!!!! The guy who I assume is the owner is super friendly and kind. The food is more fairly priced than any other place in OBX and as a Carolina native I can attest that the BBQ is first class. People with me got a taco salad with shrimp and a burger, everything tasted great and the food was at our table within 5 minutes of ordering. 10/10 on the whole experience. read more

This was a great burger joint. We had a fantastic time conversing with the staff while my brother took the Viking Challenge! If you want a family oriented restaurant with rich smiles, and cheap food with great taste? Look no further! read more

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Great business with wonderful owners who are always smiling and doing their best in these tough times. Great and affordable food you can enjoy with your family. read more

Good food. We had cheeseburgers that were super tasty. The place needs a good dusting but other than that it was a cute little place :)

"Mhmm that is a tasty burger." The hushpuppies were delectable. The funnelcake we just the right amount of sweet to cleanse my pallete. read more

Spanky's Grille - Burgers Near Me - Kitty Hawk, North Carolina

Great food at great prices. Food is delivered piping hot to your table in minutes and everyone that worked there was super friendly and attentive. Crab cake sandwich, funnel cake fries, and hush puppies are the standouts for me but bacon burger, chili dog, cheese fries, and chicken fingers are also delicious. Don't be put off by the "theme" - I get it, you kind of have to stand out in an area like that - it's a nice affordable place for the whole family. Will definitely be back on our next visit to Outer Banks! read more

Can I give it a six. Better than advertised. Foot long, burger fries, all were great. Please don't stop, you can tell people like their job.

As our week here was coming to an end, we wanted a quick late afternoon lunch. The burgers here our out of this world. Fresh made and amazing. Definitely a must if you like a good burger. Friendly atmosphere and the owner is super fri madly and accommodating. read more

I had my first Spanky's burger and sweet potato fries recently. I ordered take out from them on a high recommendation from a local. It was good, but not outstanding. I had the 1/4 lb burger with lettuce and tomato which was just average in comparison. But the prices are good, and it's a good quick choice. The sweet potato fries were very dark, but sort of soggy, that's probably what happens due to steam in the container for take out. That aside, they were good and I will order from them again. read more

I wish I could put 6/5 stars. Excellent food and service. I love this place. (And it has the best shirts)

Great lunch of good ole quick eats; hotdogs, chicken tenders, burgers, crab cake and fries. Everything was good with the habanero voodoo sauce being really good with immediate but not overbearing heat. read more

I gat a footlong chilli dog an that shit was fire my grave kids ike tizzy nephs worm checc it out its flame hoe whole lodda gang shit kno what im sayin? im from pittsburgh bitch tupac is a god hoe better go to spankys b4 yu get dropped hoe easy 5 star bitch read more