Tullio&#x27;s Bakery

So glad we added this place to our vacation itinerary! The maple bacon donuts paired with salted…read morecaramel ice cream is an absolute dream combination. We devoured every last bite. Excellent service to match the amazing food!

Donutz on a Stick is a made to order donut and souvenir shop located in Duck, NC. There's plenty of…read morefree parking in the lot of the complex, but there's no seating inside as the location is a grab and go concept. They offer a variety of donut, ice cream, and milkshake flavors. You can get a small stick (2 donuts - 1 flavor) or large stick (4 donuts - 2 flavors). The ambiance inside is very casual, it feels like a truck stop. We got the funnel cake small stick. The donuts came out hot and quick. They were fluffy, warm, and not too oily. They were also reasonably priced. Definitely bring cash as there's a credit card up charge. I'd recommend coming here if you're looking for a cutesy alternative to Duck donuts.

Funnel Cake Donuts

Donut sundae with Cinnamon Roll donuts and Rocky Road Ice Cream.

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Cookies and crème

Duck Donuts

4.5(671 reviews)

Ok unless anyone has any allergens or dietary restrictions. Not a place to go if you're celiac or…read moregluten-free or vegan. Not everyone in our group could get a doughnut Honestly, I have gone to tiny coffee shops that had more gluten-free options Still, I suppose it's a thing to do when you're walking your boardwalk they have one of these in my hometown, so everybody was curious The people working the cash register were pretty nice

Duck donuts is always a treat but even more delightful when you're where it all started. My mom HAD…read moreto have a hot and fresh maple bacon donut so this was a must stop. We both loved and enjoyed every bite

Accoutrements

Peanut Butter Fluff and Blueberry Pancake donuts

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Holy Cow Creamery

4.4(33 reviews)

0.4 mi

This IS the ice cream you've been looking for. Creamy,…read morerich--PLUS the combination of flavors here is top notch. Their Irish Crunch was irresistible after getting a sample of it. Chocolate, creamy, with heath crunch. Obsessed. My family has tried ice cream shops around the country and this is right up there with the best. The Lemon Ricotta was also perfection. Just try it. And this isn't mentioning all the other amazing flavor combos on their menu. My family would have gone back daily if we were staying closer. 10/10

This is a great ice cream stop on your outer banks vacation. They have roughly 20 different flavors…read moreand every one we chose was spectacular. I highly recommend getting the First in Flight so you can try six different flavors for less than the price of 3 one-scoop cups.

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Large pink cup and medium yellow cup

Treehouse Coffee

4.1(426 reviews)

This place is a gem! Such a lovely area and just oozes cozy coffee shop vibes. My Coffee was great…read moreflavor and Ice Cold; perfect for the hot sun. Their food is exceptional especially their biscuits ! Everyone was so friendly and I was so surprised how good service was. Honestly one of the best coffee shops I've ever been to! It's too bad there is not one in my home town otherwise it would be my daily grab. Highly recommend.

Very cute but disorganized like system. We went on a Saturday morning and the line was out the…read moredoor. I saw at least 4-5 people go in the other door and jump in line to order. We wanted to try breakfast here but there weren't any gluten free options. The coffee was pretty good and there is a bunch of nice tables outside to hangout.

Inside coffee bar

Chicken apple Brie biscuit

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Inside

Candy & Corks

3.3(16 reviews)

0.5 mi

I have been shopping at Candy and Corks for years. They have an amazing selection of taffy, jelly…read morebellies, vintage candies, fudge and chocolates. Taffy is often sold prepackaged but here you get to choose from a wide variety of flavors like birthday cake, licorice, lemonade, vanilla and even dill pickle which my grandson loved. There is always something new to try. The are Swedish candies are different and delicious. Some are vegan. The chocolate covered gummy bears are yum! There is a selection of different flavors of nuts that are very good and make great gifts. The gourmet chocolates look and taste wonderful! Kate, the owner, is very nice and helpful. Your candy is packaged nicely in a bag with a sticker. The store is attractive and nicely merchandised. I don't think you'll find a better candy store. Pam

Quirky little candy store with really good saltwater taffy that we stop and get every time we are…read morein Duck. There are a few really good chocolates, but I found the selection to be a little limited and pricey for the quality. Be careful with the little ones as there is lots of opportunity for them to knock things over.

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Hawaiian Island Snow-Balls

2.1(88 reviews)

My wife and I stopped by Hawaiian Island Snowballs hoping for a sweet little treat to beat the…read moreheat. What we got instead was a dessert disaster straight out of a Jimmy Buffett fever dream. My wife ordered ice cream that tasted like it had been cryogenically frozen since the Reagan administration. You ever had ice cream so freezer burnt it crunches? Yeah, it was like that. I figured I'd play it safe and go with a cotton candy snow cone. Big mistake. I don't know what kind of cotton candy they've been sniffing in Hawaii, but mine tasted like a urinal cake in a gas station bathroom--sweet, chemical-y, and weirdly minty in the worst possible way. To top it off, the woman behind the counter grabbed the ice cream bare-handed. No gloves. Just out here raw-dogging the frozen dairy like hygiene isn't a thing. Maybe that explains the "flavor." If you're in the mood for a science experiment gone wrong or want to know what disappointment tastes like, this is your place. Otherwise, steer clear.

Decent ice cream options The snowballs were a little course…read moreshaved and decent variety of flavors

Exotic flavors!

Coffee, ice cream, fudge!

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Fudge brownie & Pb cup ice creams (small) w/ whipped cream, hot fudge, & chocolate chunks

NC Coast Grill & Bar

4.1(488 reviews)

the service was incredible! our waiter was on top of everything constantly checking on us and…read morealways filling our drinks. the food was absolutely incredible on top of all of that. the view from the windows and the pier was beautiful as well!

We had a lovely (breezy with passed storms) table on the deck, for sunset…read more Got the Chef's Board for 2x. Everything fish was AMAZING, and the two meats were good. Included dessert was OMG good. $170 + tip, but worth it. Our server Jacob was great, and the live music solo guitar/singer was incredible, for hours. Great date!

Sitting outside

Delicious tuna appetizer

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Patio view

Coastal Cravings

4.0(967 reviews)

0.2 mi

Last minute we decided to try this place instead of a fancier place on the water because reviews…read morewere way better. Boy did it not disappoint! Service and food were phenomenal. We started with cocktails which were amazing and the coconut shrimp. Some of the best we've had. For entrees I did the crab cakes which again were amazing and my husband did a chicken dish. The ambience left something to be desired because on vacay every day is date night for us. BUT that was the only downside and it was still great. Will definitely be back without hesitation. They definitely have gotten this right!

Right off the main road that goes through Duck, right behind a gas station and next to a beer…read moregarden, with ample parking, which includes the summer in Duck is a must! I had the hush puppies and a Caprese salad as I wasn't too hungry. The puppies were excellent and the salad was OK... maybe could use a little better mozzarella cheese? There's a large outside eating area, almost as big as the inside of the restaurant itself. Decent menu with multiple good old American faves and a good selection of salads. The breakfast menu also looks amazing. Good service and reasonable prices.

Broiled seafood platter

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Fried green tomatoes!

Sunset Grille & Raw Bar

2.6(1.2k reviews)

0.8 mi

Love this place waited two years to get back to it! The food is amazing. Everything is fresh. The…read morestaff is super friendly and sweet. Even the drinks are fantastic. The oysters are super clean and fresh had the mahi grilled sandwich and it was amazing! Definitely a must stop. Our Server) angel was amazing. Love her.

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.

Strawberry cream cheese chocolate ganache dessert

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Dinner on the deck

Duck Deli

3.7(324 reviews)

0.4 mi

Food was tasty and came quickly. Staff was super friendly. Most importantly (for me), when my…read morepicky child declared he didn't want anything on the kids menu and would only eat grilled cheese, they were like, "Yeah, we can do that." From an exasperated parent, thank you! You rock!

First, the good. The ribs, the chicken, and the Duck Buster Burger were all great. The price wasn't…read moreterrible. This place has been around forever so you know the kind of food it serves. The bad. Scheduled an order for pickup at 550. Was told it was going to be ready at 630. Showed up at 635. Not ready yet. 640? Not ready yet. 650? 7? 710? Finally, ready at 720. In this time, most of the meat ran out. My ribs were almost given away to another group. Five groups of people came in, ordered, and got their food in that time. Take a look at the wedge salad one of us ordered for $13, plus tax and tip. I'll always love this place from my youth, but I won't be going back soon.

Mahi sandwich

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Overdone and dry

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Cheri G.

5 years ago

Tullios is only one of 5 places I'll eat in the OBX. In NYC 20 years, travel globe on biz, and own a home in area. I don't want to waste my time on vacation with bad food or at a place of business whose owners don't treat customers with respect. Its a small town so I've sought out the best places and stick to them. This is a true New York deli where the best bagels, pastries, sandwiches, cakes and lasagna can be found. When in town, we are there almost every morning, often for our Jersey Morning and Nova Lox Everything Bagel. The chicken salad sandwich w/cranberries on crescent will leave you wanting more. I give all house guests certificates to Tullios to pick up coffee and breakfast sandwiches on their way out of town. I encourage other homeowners to do the same. I've only received 5 star ratings so it's been the best return on a $20 investment. P.S.: Disdain for the one star bandit who docked Tullios and Blue Point (the best places in town) and gave five stars to businesses I tell visitors to the area to avoid. It seems he was upset that the owners were not overcome by a rapturous feeling with his mere presence. He doesn't care whether or not you'll enjoy the food, that the best restaurants in the area flourish, but rather feeds on asserting superiority in the form of anonymously putting others down. Lets take a look at TJ and his reviews... He had an issue with person at Tullios Bakery counter, Blue Point Restaurant Hostess, and Family Healthcare front desk. He perceives there is always a group think going on around him and everyone is having the same experience. He's a character from Black Mirror (Nosedive) - Netflix. Someone please hand this guy a mirror and take his phone! He will add to the demise of Social Scoring sites. read more

Dan M.

Elite 26 All-Star

168

1084

2536

2 years ago

Located in a mini strip mall, this spot offered a delightful selection of sweets, bagels, and sandwiches. The friendly and patient staff made the ordering process pleasant, even though it took us a bit of time. I ordered six donuts and a pepperoni roll. Among the donuts, I sampled the lemon-filled, raspberry-filled, chocolate sprinkles, a cronut with sugar, and a white cream-filled. Despite their initially doughy appearance, each donut was impressively light and fluffy. The lemon, raspberry, and white cream-filled donuts were generously stuffed, and each one was tasty. The cronut stood out as my personal favorite; its sugary topping paired with the flaky croissant texture was exceptional. The other donuts were well-executed and satisfying. The pepperoni roll was the highlight of my visit. It was generously filled with pepperoni and cheese, and the bread was fresh. The combination of flavors and textures was superb. Will I return? I would. read more

Adri E.

9 years ago

New to visiting Duck & looking for breakfast & donuts, I decided to give Tullios a try. I was not disappointed. Breakfast sands made to order! Bagels were crusty on outside/chewy on inside. Donuts tried: raised glazed, choc cake glazed & filled. All delicious, my fav was raised glazed. They also have amazing looking fudge, pastries, cakes:cheesecake, thick crumb cakes-chocolate crumb is a must try! They also cook Italian foods such as lasagna, pasta etc. Skip the lines of the other guys & give Tullios a try! read more

Barbara M.

2 years ago

Bought cupcakes for a birthday party. I can tell these are not homemade and not made with quality ingredients. The icing was flavorless and the cake itself was made with imitation lemon extract and not real lemon. Did not even taste butter so was probably made with a cheap cooking oil. read more

Kessondra A.

118

8 years ago

This is the best bakery I have been to. Their pastries are always fresh. The owner's are very welcoming and respectful. I come to the OBX every year and will definitely be making a stop here each time!! Highly recommend this place read more

Renee B.

8 years ago

Their cakes are amazing. All homemade and delicious. Very good selection and the cheesecake is my favorite. If you need a cake go there and give it a try. read more

Elle R.

102

10 days ago

Good bagel sandwiches! Just very popular, which means standing in line for a while. Their pastries looked amazing, so I'm excited to try those next time. read more

Kevin Z.

7 years ago

Best bakery on the outer Banks, they made an awesome cake for my grandson, it was fabulous with white chocolate shells. Highly recommend

Kim C.

8 years ago

The absolute best buttercream I've ever tasted. Do yourself a favor and order a cake with buttercream frosting. It's delicious!!!!

Kitty Le L.

171

8 years ago

I really appreciate the cake you made for my daughter birthday last year and I will be coming back there again this year in June

Amanda A.

8 years ago

Awesome egg sandwiches and various assortment of different desserts. If you're in duck you definitely need to stop by!

Corey G.

5 years ago

Amazing love dawn her husband and son are the best if you are duck you need to go just amazing love them

Lawrence W.

156

10 years ago

Great breakfast sandwich and coffee spot perfect start to a long day of driving all the way back home!

Greg M.

406

6 years ago

Amazing donuts, pastries and breakfast sandwiches! This was our go-to spot for breakfast!

Donna R.

3 years ago

What a find! Great breakfast sandwiches; great everything! And also loved the wall decor!

T K.

14 years ago

Coffee was weak. Bagels were very good.

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