Superb food and service! A true MUST DO when in Ocracoke. We will definitely be back!read more

Good food. Good service. Best on Ocracoke. Especially the key lime pie. That sums it up. Looking…read moreforward to visiting again.

Still the best on the island. Oysters raw or Bienville doesn't matter - both are awesome! Stevie…read moreWilson Oysters are hands down the best. Service excellent!

Based upon reviews and the wait to get seated, we anticipated a positive experience. We were a…read morelittle disappointed. The two of us came on a Wed night just after 6:30 and we waited about 45 mins to get seated (they told us and hour, so no issues). They had the most pleasant hostess working! My bride ordered the Pecan crusted Drum and we're pretty sure she was served the Parmesan Flounder. When the server set it down, he said Flounder. And when she said she ordered the Drum, he said it was Drum. I ordered the Blackened Drum and it was tasty (the fish didn't look anything like my bride's). The menu said collard greens as a side, however I was served broccoli. I was fine with either, but they may want to update the menu or have the server inform you of the change. The side salad was pretty dry....we think they may have forgotten the vinaigarette dressing. Unfortunately, the complimentary bread came out after we were halfway through our meal. It was good though! Even though we didn't have a great experience ourselves, we would probably try it again since the place must be popular for a reason

Lunch on Wednesday and it was crowded! We waited and it was worth the wait…read more Grilled chicken Caesar - light and really tasty with bacon and onions. Hubs had the burger and demolished it.

My husband and I stopped in for drinks and appetizers. We were promptly greeted and seated. The…read morewaitress was in her own little world. We ordered the fried green tomatoes and fried calamari. The tomatoes were ok, but I've never had soggy calamari, and it was as bad as it sounds. The drinks were ok.. we had the prickly pear mocktail with rum, and the passion vodka. Only nice thing is they had good country music playing! 0/10 would not recommend.

It's been a couple years since my last review and there's a new chef at the helm. I was glad to…read moresee he kept the old favorites (the burger, egg rolls, etc.) but the menu is much larger now. We enjoyed the watermelon carpaccio, fried green tomatoes, garden risotto with added shrimp. Everything was very good. The tomato portion was enormous and the beer batter was crispy and light. The risotto? It wasn't really risotto, it was more like a creamy rice but it was delicious. And those shrimp were big, juicy and tasted like they just came out of the sea. The watermelon, though, was a shocker. It was grilled! It had a really great smoky flavor that was totally unexpected and the dressing was light and fresh. We always sit at the bar and the service is always on point.

I had been so looking forward to dining at Baxter's 1892 with the speak easy feel and the live…read moremusic. I tried to make reservation but the restaurant would not take a reservation for one so I went early. My options were the bar or in the dark tunnel. I chose the tunnel as I thought I was going to get a table not a high top there. Then where the menu was placed that would have me facing the back wall as the other seat was near the kitchen entrance. So I moved there but I still didn't have a view of the performers. So things didn't start well but I ordered the boba boat mocktail and the mac n cheese with short ribs. My waitress then informed me that they were out of the short rib and would brisket be ok. I hate brisket so I said no and she went and got me the menu to order something else. While I was looking at the menu with my phone flashlight (other tables had actual flashlights, they came prepared) as the tunnel was too dark to see without it, I was given mac n cheese with short rib according to the food runner. I questioned him as I had been told they were out but he went and checked and told me it was the last of the short rib. It was not short rib and someone lied. When the waitress returned, she thought it was burnt ends and checked with the kitchen and they told her brisket. Whatever the mystery meat was, it was not what I ordered. Did they think I wouldn't notice or know the meats are prepared differently. It is dark there so it is hard to know what you are eating. The mystery meat dish was taken back to the kitchen and I asked if they could prepare it with vegetables instead as mac n cheese seemed like the safest option on the menu with the mystery meats. I wish they just had what I originally ordered. The specialty made veggie dish was good but I expected more flavors with the cheese. It was kind of bland. I did try the dessert too. I got the strawberry lemonade cake. The strawberries were the best part as the cake was on the dry side. While eating this, the check was brought to the table. This is my biggest pet peeve to not wait until the guest is finished eating. The most frustrating part was that while they refused to increase the lighting when I arrived and asked as I couldn't read the menu. They immediately turned the lights up when another guest asked as I was finishing my dessert. The chef came to the table from the front dining area. It was my understanding that things were going to be made right. I didn't expect to be charged the full price for the dish without the premium meat. Then there was the service failure of bringing out a dish I hadn't ordered to begin with. The decor here is outstanding, with the copper ceilings and the speakeasy feel. The clock out front caught my attention too. They went all out with the details and elegance. So it is disappointing that the food and service is not up to the same standards.

This is a go to when I come to town for work. I always have a delicious meal. Today I had just the…read morespinach salad (neat time I'll get the dressing on the side) and the meatballs. I sit at the bar but you can tell there are many repeat customers. Great local Italian restaurant

I discovered Nino's when looking for places to dine over my stay in Greenville, NC. I read it was a…read morebusy place so I made sure to make a reservation. When I arrived, I thought I was going to a fine dining establishment with the decor outside and patio. Even the chandeliers and painted ceiling when entering set my expectations high. Then I was seated in the empty Rat Pack room. It was obvious that I was exiled to be hidden away from the other diners in the main dining area. A couple did join me over an hour later. I would have been fine dining in the room to myself if the staff standing around the hostess stand were not loudly complaining about their personal problems such as their high electric bills, rent payments or needing to complete homework. These conversations belong in the break room, and not for guests to need to listen to, so much for the fine dining atmosphere. My waitress was friendly but did not go over the specials, or seem that familiar with the menu. I started with the Sicily Sunset and some bread. Then I ordered the Pear and Cheese Sacchetti. The pasta pouches filled with cheese and pears in an Alfredo sauce. It was to come with the garnish of cracked pepper, Romano cheese and parsley but that was missing. Parmesan was added at the table. I was a little shocked when my dish arrived within minutes of ordering. It made me feel like I was being rushed as I was isolated and the food came out too quickly. I do wonder if it was freshly made. I could tell they were trying to turn the table quickly as then the dessert menu arrived while I was still eating my entree. The pasta dish was good with the textures and flavor. I would have had a better opinion of the food if I had just ordered that and skipped the dessert. The dessert menu wasn't very Italian so that was disappointing. I had to laugh that the assorted Italian cookies contained chocolate chip, sprinkles, and a chocolate dipped cookie. I did take a photo of the menu, so you can read it yourself. I went with the profiterole, not realizing their version was pre-made. So they took it out of the refrigerator and served it cold. The pasty's texture was changed by the temperature and was chewy. The chocolate ganache had hardened rather than flowing like lava. The dish was not good and I didn't finish. I did mention to the waitress that it was not good and she just said that they might make it different. They pre-prepare it so it isn't fresh. For the price, the service, atmosphere and pacing were below professional standards. I do not recommend Nino's if you are looking for an upscale environment. I would not return after my experience.

For the first time ever, we had some disappointments at Black Pelican. We have lunch or dinner…read moreduring most of our twice-per-year visits to the area. It has always been good, and we definitely won't let this deter us from returning. Ms T had her usual Shrimp basket lunch. The issue was that the shrimp were not cooked through. They were still translucent. We totally understand not wanting to overcook shrimp, but these were not quite done. On the bright side she commented on how good the slaw was. I have been on a kick to try barbecue at restaurants that are not barbecue joints per se, to see if I can find some hidden gems. For example, both Sam & Omie's and Wanchese Marina serve a good barbecue sandwich. Black Pelican, at least on this day, does not. I must say, the serving was huge. This was more than enough for two meals for me. The barbecue was dry and not well flavored. The texture and flavor was more like dried out beef that has been over-roasted. This is not something I would order again here. All that being said, I am leaving the rating for Black Pelican as it is because we have always had good meals here. I accept that it can't be 100% perfect every time and sooner or later we will run into something that is less than stellar. We will continue to return. I just know this not where I will have barbecue and we are sure the shrimp thing was just a one timer.

I wanted to love this place because it seemed like a local favorite with the wait being an average…read moreof 45 minutes to an hour and who doesn't want to have dinner right next to the ocean. We made one last attempt on our last day and were seated within 20 minutes. The nautical themed restaurant had a large menu with LOTS of options - in my opinion too many options. We ordered onion rings, Philly's Pecan Crusted Mahi, and Fried Flounder and Shrimp. I was a bit underwhelmed but it all. Giving this a 3 because overall the service was great from the hostess to our server it was a wonderful experience. The food however missed the mark.

Wow. I really slept on this place over the years. I have wanted to come here for quite awhile, but…read morenever have done so when visiting OBX. This year, I put that sleeping to an end. I woke up...and had a delicious time! The reviews here tell you how great this place is, and well...believe them! I thought for sure it would be over-hyped and not live up to what people write and say, but I will admit to being wrong. First, our server, Krickett, was agreed upon (by my partner and I) to be the best server we have ever had. She was friendly, outgoing, had good recommendations, and an all-around joy. Second, the food! Wow! My partner had a salad...simple enough, right? But no, she was amazed by it. And she is a vegetarian, so she has had a lot of salads over the years. This one blew her away. I had the grilled chicken sandwich. Was it life-changing? No. But it was way better than what a grilled chicken sandwich normally is. It was tender, juicy, with just the right seasoning. I would be a criminal if I didn't mention the bruschetta...get it with the burrata...it is worth it! The crispy bread with balsamic drizzle is good enough with the diced tomato mix, but the cheese gives it a new level. And, I hope you saved room for dessert, because the key lime pie was a mouth explosion.

We were staying in Corolla and decided to venture out for a late lunch and I'm so glad we did. The…read moreKill Devil Grill was a highlight of our trip. The restaurant has two distinct dining areas: the front section is first-come first-served bar seating that offers the full menu. The back section, which would be ideal for families, holds about 30 tables, mostly booths, with the hostess stand. We chose to sit at the bar and had a great experience. We started with bruschetta topped with burrata cheese. I ordered the angel hair pasta in a white garlic butter, cream sauce with marinated chicken and grilled vegetables. My husband ordered the special hamburger with Swiss cheese bacon, spinach and mayo with a side of fries. We ended with slices of the key lime pie that didn't disappoint! The food, service, staff and environment were exceptional! We overheard the Server mention that veterans receive complementary meals on Veterans Day, which speaks volumes about how this restaurant supports those who have served. If you are in the Outer Banks- whether you're staying in Kill Devil Hills or nearby- this restaurant is worth the drive and all the hype!

First of all the description of the type of food is deceiving! Came to Greenville from the coast…read morefor date night. We were looking for something that was a comfortable atmosphere and this place was it! Haley(sp?) our server was a rockstar and the food was fantastic! What a great selection and environment!! We will be back and I highly encourage anyone to not shy away just because of the name!!

Very interesting bar area for dinner. Service was really good. Interesting menu. Had the chicken…read moreCordon Bleu. Enjoyed it but wouldn't be my first choice on my next visit.

We took a trip to kitty hawk for a few days and had Steamers twice! The view is very nice from the…read moretop deck outside and even thought they are busy they manage everything beautifully! The food was amazing and drinks were delicious! We had the calamari, crab legs, oysters, and salmon. Everything was cooked perfectly! Mikey was our server both nights and he went above and beyond to make sure our night was special! Highly recommend going to see him at steamers!

I wish 10 stars was an option!…read more While in Kitty Hawk celebrating my husband's birthday. We were at the beach earlier in the day and attempted to have dinner at Black Pelican but their wait was over an hour so we opted to get freshened up and take our AirBnB host's recommendation for Steamers. Boy are we glad we did! What an absolute delight! Upon arriving we were met by the hostesses who were stationed outside. We had about a 20 minute wait so we grabbed a beer - local of course, and had a seat in their outdoor waiting area. To our surprise, we were seated much quicker than 20 minutes. Our server, Paige was AMAZING! The food was superb and we'll get to that but Paige really was the star of the show. Her fun, silly and energetic personality matched our vibe. She was well versed in the menu, walked us through tall her favorites and made excellent recommendations (pictured): Drinks: Pineapple Haze + Strawberry Bourbon Smash Entrees: Dave's Creation + Fish and chips All I can say is WOW and YUM! We practically licked our plates! Dave knocked it out of the park and to the bartender, sorry I didn't get your name but those drinks were on point! Our only regret was not going back the next day - but don't worry we'll be back next summer! Cheers!

Very nice. One of the fancier places in the area. The VA catfish was one of the best things we…read moreordered. The desserts were also excellent, especially the housemade ice creams. The pecan pie with bourbon ice cream was delicious.

TLDR: Pretty good meal, wished they had a larger menu just for some variety, but wait staff was…read moreexcellent. I started with a quite interesting drink because I was intrigue when I read "goat cheese vodka".... Goat cheese vodka, strawberry syrup, blanco vermouth... very tasty! You would never know it's goat cheese vodka, just made it taste creamy and smooth. I'd definitely get it again. For an app we had the fried gnocchis which were tasty, but I guess I wished the portion was slightly bigger because it was so good! Our meals were huge though so we left there quite stuffed. My husband had the wild boar special with mushroom and English pea risotto and it was good! I had the shrimp and grits with gravy on top. It was pretty good but not something out-of-this-world. Plus It was such a hot day that I was sweating by the end of it I would order something different if I went back. Our bartender was super friendly and talkative, he knew his stuff. Between my husband and I, we had 3 cocktails, a glass of wine, an appetizer and 2 entrees and our meal came to about $180 with tip. All in all, a good meal!