Seafood restaurants & markets near Kitty Hawk
Ocean-view seafood houses, soundside sunset dinners and the markets that will steam your shrimp — all mapped from our homes.
For seafood near Kitty Hawk, locals point to Black Pelican (0.6 mi, across from the ocean), Hurricane Mo’s (0.6 mi) and Goombays (3.5 mi). For a night in, Carawan Seafood (2.6 mi) sells local shrimp, crab and fish and will steam it for you.
- Sunset over the sound: Lone Cedar (Nags Head causeway), The Blue Point (Duck)
- Special occasion: Colington Cafe — known for she-crab bisque and crab cakes
- Fresh markets: Carawan Seafood (Kitty Hawk), Billy’s Seafood (Colington Road)
Where to eat (and buy) seafood
Restaurants and markets, closest first.
Black Pelican Oceanfront Cafe
Seafood, steaks and brick-oven pizza served in a converted 1874 lifesaving station right across the Beach Road from the ocean.
Hurricane Mo’s Beachside Bar & Grill
Year-round beach-side hangout just off the Beach Road dishing up fresh seafood, steaks and cold drinks a few steps from the sand.
Carawan Seafood
Family-run seafood market for local shrimp, crabmeat and fish, with steaming service and a good beer and wine selection.
Goombays Grille & Raw Bar
Colorful island-themed grill and raw bar pairing local seafood with Caribbean flavors and fun cocktails.
Colington Cafe
Romantic dinner spot in a Victorian house on Colington Road, best known for she-crab bisque, crab cakes and homemade desserts.
Kill Devil Grill
Retro diner-car exterior hiding a scratch kitchen known for smoked wings, fresh fish and creative nightly specials.
6.7 mi · 12 minBilly’s Seafood
Dockside Colington market for fresh local seafood and soft-shell crabs in season.
The Blue Point
One of Duck’s signature special-occasion restaurants, serving refined Southern seafood with views over Currituck Sound.
Tortugas’ Lie
Funky Beach Road shack with island-inspired seafood, sushi nights and a backyard sand volleyball court.
Sam & Omie’s
Old-school fishermen’s diner dating to 1937, serving hearty breakfasts and casual seafood plates.
Basnight’s Lone Cedar Cafe
Beloved soundfront seafood house on the Nags Head-Manteo Causeway focused on local catch and sunset views.
Mike Dianna’s Grill Room
Corolla steakhouse known for prime cuts, fresh seafood and a strong wine list.
How to do a seafood night at the beach house
Call your seafood market in the morning, pick up a steamed platter of local shrimp, crab legs and corn in the afternoon, and eat on the deck while the sun goes down. Bring a cooler for the drive back and grab Old Bay, butter and lemons — and don’t forget newspaper for the table.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy fresh seafood in Kitty Hawk?
Carawan Seafood at 5424 N Croatan Hwy in Kitty Hawk sells local shrimp, crabmeat and fish and offers steaming. Billy’s Seafood on Colington Road in Kill Devil Hills is another long-running local market.
Which seafood restaurants have water views?
Black Pelican sits across the Beach Road from the ocean in Kitty Hawk; Lone Cedar, Aqua, NC Coast and The Blue Point have views over the sound.
When is soft-shell crab season?
Soft-shell crabs are typically available in late spring and early summer. Local markets and menus will advertise them when they come in.
Our oceanfront homes in Kitty Hawk
Two neighboring dog-friendly oceanfront homes at Milepost 3¾, with a third home nearby. Book one, or book all three for the same dates for up to 29 guests.
Crab House
Single-level living and an extra-large oceanfront deck, steps from the sand.
Mermaid
A 500 sq ft oceanfront deck, gourmet three-oven kitchen, wet bar and a king suite with a jetted tub.
A Carolina Conch
Classic two-story Outer Banks cottage with wraparound ocean views, carport parking and baby gear on hand.