Outer Banks · Best Bars · Curated · Updated 2026

Best Bars in Outer Banks

Discover the best bars in Outer Banks. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.

The 10 best bars in Outer Banks

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Fish Heads Bar & Grill

Experience the best of coastal dining at Fish Heads Bar & Grill in Nags Head - where delicious seafood meets stunning ocean views.

8901 S Old Oregon Inlet Rd, Nags Head, NC 27959
4.6 Excellent 2,629 reviews
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Blue Water Grill & Raw Bar

Experience the best of coastal dining at Blue Water Grill & Raw Bar in Manteo, NC, where fresh seafood meets stunning waterfront views.

2000 Sailfish Dr, Manteo, NC 27954
4.6 Excellent 1,459 reviews
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Outer Banks Brewing Station

Experience the essence of the Outer Banks at Outer Banks Brewing Station, where craft beer meets delicious food and live music ignites the atmosphere.

600 S Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
4.2 Very Good 1,334 reviews
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Watermen's Bar & Grill

Experience the best of coastal cuisine at Watermen's Bar & Grill in Waves, NC, with fresh seafood and a welcoming atmosphere.

25706 North Carolina Hwy 12, Waves, NC 27982
4.4 Very Good 1,646 reviews
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Dirty Dick's Crab House - Avon

Experience the best of seafood dining at Dirty Dick's Crab House, where fresh flavors and fun atmosphere unite in Avon, NC.

41934 North Carolina Hwy 12, Avon, NC 27915
3.9 Good 1,576 reviews
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The Froggy Dog

Discover the heart of American flavors at The Froggy Dog in Avon, NC, where a warm atmosphere meets delicious traditional cuisine.

40050 North Carolina Hwy 12, Avon, NC 27915
4 Very Good 2,343 reviews
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Lost Colony Tavern

Experience the perfect blend of British pub culture and American hospitality at Lost Colony Tavern in Manteo, NC.

208 Queen Elizabeth Ave, Manteo, NC 27954
4.2 Very Good 966 reviews
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Pangea Tavern

Experience culinary delights at Pangea Tavern, the premier dining destination in Avon, North Carolina, blending local flavors with a vibrant atmosphere.

41001 North Carolina Hwy 12, Avon, NC 27915
4.5 Excellent 724 reviews
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Oceanas Bistro

Discover the flavors of the Outer Banks at Oceanas Bistro, a charming bistro offering fresh seafood and local ingredients in a cozy setting.

40774 North Carolina Hwy 12, Avon, NC 27915
4.4 Very Good 1,802 reviews
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Sandbar & Grille, inc.

Experience the taste of the coast at Sandbar & Grille, where delicious grilled dishes meet stunning views in Buxton, NC.

49252 North Carolina Hwy 12, Buxton, NC 27920
4.4 Very Good 1,197 reviews

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