Ocracoke Restaurants

For such a small and remote island, the multitude of impressive Ocracoke restaurants surprises many visitors.

You’ll be surprised at the number of great Ocracoke Island restaurants. Almost as surprising as their number is the variation among them. What are you hungry for? A classic basket of game fish and hush puppies, a steak dinner, a romantic evening complete with crisp tablecloths and twinkling lights, food truck quick eats, a pastry with coffee, ice cream or just a drink? Ocracoke restaurants’ diversity is also worth a mention. Flavors from Mexico, Thailand, Italy, Greece and the Bayou found at Ocracoke Island restaurants spice up the local dining scene. With so many options all within a short drive – or bike ride if you really want to do it the island way – dining ruts don’t exist among Ocracoke Island restaurants during the busy season. The off-season is a little different for Ocracoke restaurants. Many places close for the winter and part of the spring, but don’t worry – come Easter, they’re often up and running once again. If you’re visiting in the off-season, call ahead.

Ocracoke Restaurants Unlike Any Others

This island’s restaurants are owned by locals and operated by them too. The distinctive spirit and vibe of the community shape Ocracoke restaurants, making them places that locals frequent on a daily basis and beloved traditions for returning visitors. Just like the island’s independent and one of a kind spirit, the restaurant scene is proud of its individuality, and you won’t find any chain names here.

Seafood is the other trend that dominates Ocracoke Island restaurants. It’s local, it’s fresh and it’s nothing short of dang delicious – what more do you need to know? Forget farm to table; here the custom is boat to table, and sometimes that means literally. Head down to the harbor to see the boats unloading their catches at the fish house. Fish, crabs, clams, shrimp and oysters abound depending on the season, and much of it goes straight to the local restaurants. There’s more to island dining than seafood, though. Fresh produce, meats and all the usual offerings are available too. To learn more about what these kitchens are cooking up each day, find the Daily Specials at Ocracoke Restaurants here. 

Howard’s Pub & Raw Bar Restaurant

Ocracoke Restaurant
Ocracoke Civic & Business Association Contributor
1175 Irvin Garrish Hwy, Ocracoke
(252) 928-4441

Fun, eclectic and casual, Howard's Pub serves local fish, oysters, shrimp, juicy chargrilled burgers, salads, sandwiches and more every day from spring...read more

Fun, eclectic and casual, Howard's Pub serves local fish, oysters, shrimp, juicy chargrilled burgers, salads,...read more

Jason’s Restaurant

Ocracoke Restaurant
1110 Irvin Garrish Highway, Ocracoke
(252) 928-3434
Jason's Restaurant has a lot of loyal local customers because it serves tasty, traditional and reasonably priced food in a casual atmosphere. Pizza, pasta...read more
Jason's Restaurant has a lot of loyal local customers because it serves tasty, traditional and...read more

Ocracoke Oyster Company

Ocracoke Restaurant
Ocracoke Civic & Business Association Contributor
621 Irvin Garrish Highway, Ocracoke
(252) 928-0200

Ocracoke Oyster Company appeals to locals and visitors, featuring plentiful options of local seafood along with a large variety of oysters on the half shell...read more

Ocracoke Oyster Company appeals to locals and visitors, featuring plentiful options of local seafood along...read more

Sorella's Pizza & Pasta

Ocracoke Restaurant
659 Irvin Garrish Highway, Ocracoke
(252) 928-7777

Sorella's specializes in authentic Italian dishes, salads, pastas and, of course, pizza. The pasta dishes are sublime, and the pizzas are...read more

Sorella's specializes in authentic Italian dishes, salads, pastas and, of course, pizza. The pasta dishes...read more

Sweettooth / Fig Tree Bakery & Deli

Ocracoke Restaurant
1015 Irvin Garrish Highway, Ocracoke
(252) 928-3481

Fig Tree Bakery & Deli serves breakfast and lunch menu items that offer choices for every craving. Breakfast combinations are available on biscuits,...read more

Fig Tree Bakery & Deli serves breakfast and lunch menu items that offer choices for every...read more

The Breeze Nightclub & Bar

Ocracoke Restaurant
1050 Irvin Garrish Highway, Ocracoke
(252) 928-0669

The Breeze is a live music venue and nightclub featuring live bands from near and far. Open Wednesday through Sunday, they feature bands several times a...read more

The Breeze is a live music venue and nightclub featuring live bands from near and...read more

The Slushy Stand

Ocracoke Restaurant
Ocracoke Civic & Business Association Contributor
473 Irvin Garrish Highway, Ocracoke
(252) 928-1878

The Slushy Stand is the perfect place for refreshment and a relaxing spot to indulge your craving for sweets or coffee. Stop in and try one of their 21...read more

The Slushy Stand is the perfect place for refreshment and a relaxing spot to indulge...read more

Stop by the craft brewery and tasting room on N.C. Highway 12 at the edge of the village. Enjoy a rotating selection of beers brewed on-site, ranging from...read more

Stop by the craft brewery and tasting room on N.C. Highway 12 at the edge...read more

The Lunchbox offers a variety of delicious and healthy lunch options: sandwiches, salads, protein pots and baked goods all made fresh daily in the Back...read more

The Back Porch is one of the island's great restaurants, providing a consistently pleasant dining experience. Their open-air screened porch dining room...read more

Specializing in fresh, local seafood, Dajio is the perfect choice for those looking for traditional, Southern-coastal dishes that are creative and...read more

Specializing in fresh, local seafood, Dajio is the perfect choice for those looking for traditional,...read more

Eduardo’s offers authentic, regional Mexican cuisine prepared by Eduardo Chavez Perez. Located near Spencer's Market, this food-truck establishment serves...read more