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We've compiled the best of the best in Hatteras Island - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.
Perched atop Oden's Dock with views across the sound, this mid-priced, seafood-oriented spot serves broiled and fried shrimp and fish, and plenty of specialty entrées like Cajun scallop tortellini and veggie options like coconut-curry stir-fry. The dining room is a bit small, but waiting for a table in comfortable chairs on the deck overlooking Pamlico Sound is not a chore.
New owners in 2023 have further elevated this waterfront spot known for seafood pastas, po'boys, and non-seafood options like flatbread pizzas. There's a lively scene for sunset cocktails, but come early—they don't take reservations.
Look for a roadside aquamarine horse painted with starfish and coral to find this long-established, welcoming spot to get local seafood, pasta, or a wrap. Daily specials range from prime rib to tacos and grillers, a cross between a pizza and a quesadilla that's topped with tuna, crab, chicken, or veggies. The bistro has a full bar and a good selection of local beers to wash it all down with, and they stay open year-round for lunch and dinner (seasonally for breakfast).
