Location: Duck
Top Restaurants in Duck
Top 10 restaurants in Duck, United States
Duck is a town in Dare County, North Carolina, United States. As of the 2010 census the year round population was 369. During the peak vacation season, starting after Memorial Day, the population increases to over 20,000. Duck is the northernmost incorporated town in Dare County and the Outer Banks' newest town, incorporated on May 1, 2002. Duck offers visitors outdoor recreational activities, summer events and concerts, watersports, fine dining, shopping, art galleries, and a nationally known jazz festival, as well as the 11-acre (4.5 ha) Town Park and soundside boardwalk.
Things to do in Duck
1. Duck Donuts
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Kerry R
Duck Donuts is a chain but it all began in Duck, NC (the shop's namesake). The donuts are hot and made-to-order. you might have a wait but it will be worth it. They have a bunch of toppings to choose from and I've tried most and they are all good.
2. Paper Canoe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 503 reviews
A stunning waterfront setting serving fresh food prepared simply and with passion by our team of friends using ingredients from our own backyard. We are dedicated to your experience from the time you walk in the door. An ever changing chalkboard features daily selections from handmade pasta, locally caught seafood and rustic wood oven specialties. Ten Craft beers on draught and extensive reasonably priced wine list showcase our wood oven pizzas and entree offerings
Reviewed By kmcnot - Charlotte, North Carolina
My husband and I ate there for the first time last night. It was incredibly good! I had their filet that was on special, as I was tired of seafood, it was fabulous. Recommend calling a few days ahead for reservation, we called 2 hours in advance, we got a res, but it was at the bar. Great service, too!
3. Tullio's Bakery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 155 reviews
Reviewed By Diane D - Charlottesville, Virginia
We got a coupon from our rental property so decided to try out the bakery. Yikes! Heavy on pasteries and cakes and other delectibles. My husband had a pepperoni roll concoction that was tasty but deadly. I had an everything wheat bagel that was very good. We got a loaf of Italian bread but disappointed there wasn't a wheat bread offerings. I am sure folks loooking for a treat will enjoy the place
4. Ducks Cottage
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 104 reviews
Reviewed By TNT6264 - Chester
Great independent coffee shop which is also a bookstore. Appears to specialise in local authors or books about the OBX and the Carolinas plus usual best sellers. Coffee is great if bit slow preparing at times. Quaint old Duck Hunting building so a lot of character. Ideal place to grab paper and coffee after morning walk on The Boardwalk. Didn't try but muffins and cakes looked delicious
5. The Blue Point
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
The Blue Point will be closed for our Christmas break from December 11 through December 26, 2017. We will reopen on December 27th and remain open all winter.
Reviewed By MajorBrad
We’ve been coming to the Blue Point for over 24 years and it is truly one of the best eating establishments on the OBX. The lobster bisque is to die for. The rest of the menu is eclectic and has evolved over the years along with a growing cocktail and wine selection. We highly recommend it. Reservations are a necessity during the summer.
6. Tullio's Pastry
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By ssh217 - ssh217
I ordered a carrot cake to celebrate a birthday while on vacation. An 8" was $35 (which was the smallest). It was three layers of cake with loads of icing. The carrot cake was great but there wasn't enough. There was way more icing than cake with the thickness of the icing inside the same as the cake thickness. Luckily, the icing was pretty light so it wasn't like eating straight sugar. It appeared to be more of a buttercream rather than cream cheese frosting. Everyone who had it was in agreement that there was not enough cake and that the icing was just too much. No one had leftovers.
7. Donutz on a Stick and Ice Cream
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 137 reviews
Stay, Play and Eat- Donuts, Ice cream and coffee treats! Family Friendly, Duck's favorite dessert shop features your favorite sweets and some you've never tasted before! Try our hot Donutz on a stick with 35 toppings! They'll melt in your mouth! Plus, try the 9 flavors of homemade Twisted soft serve. Frozen yogurt, hand dipped and homemade ice cream flavors too. Unique coffees and flavored-milks that will satisfy the whole family. Mix-and-match candy and much more. Enjoy a hot Donut Sundae or a Donut Sandwich. Show your skills on the Chalkboard Wall. Enjoy all your sweets while taking in the beautiful sunsets on our Duck Boardwalk. Come to Duck and bring the carnival to your mouth!
Reviewed By Mike M - Bothell, Washington
Yeah, well, you say donut milkshake & I’m in. These people have a gem here that you should check out. Fresh cooked cinnamon sugar donuts blended with ice cream topped with whipped cream & a cherry. One & you’re done.
8. Aqua Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 739 reviews
The most beautiful restaurant in Duck, North Carolina, AQUA Restaurant offers fresh regional cuisine, exquisite wines and casual dining in an elegant waterfront setting on the Outer Banks. Enjoy a memorable meal, excellent service, great company, live music, amazing sunsets and superb waterfront views. It's a AQUA thing!
Reviewed By Pat D - Chapel Hill
This was our first visit to Aqua and it couldn't have been better. We started with the sweet corn and clam soup, which was delicious. We then had the rockfish special that included risotto with mushrooms and kielbasa, which was unbelievably tasty. Finally, we split a peanut butter pie that they serve deconstructed and is so smooth and creamy. We also had them add a scoop of their homemade chocolate ice cream at the urging of our waiter, CJ.
We visited on a Monday night with a driving rain storm with gale force winds outside and there were still quite a few of us in the restaurant. CJ, our waiter, was knowledgeable and helpful and efficient. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming and the views out over the bay are spectacular, or would be without the driving rain. You should probably make reservations if at all possible, our guess is this place fills up on regular nights. Besides, a reservation will more than likely get you a table by the window.
9. Treehouse Coffee
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 67 reviews
Reviewed By quantumstalker - Seattle, Washington
My wife had a tea and enjoyed it,but the iced mocha I had was too sweet. So sweet that I'm not sure how the coffee actually tastes. It also wasn't mixed which I've seen at some shops, but I really don't prefer. The service was prompt and friendly.
10. Cravings
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 872 reviews
Coastal Cravings is now Cravings Steaks & Seafood serving Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 7 days a weeks from 7am to 9:30 pm Outdoor Patio that is Pet Friendly along with our New Outdoor bar the Tap Shack with Live music Every Night at 6:30 pm
Reviewed By EMoore11 - Wake Forest, North Carolina
We heard about this place from the bar tender at the Sanderling resort, so we decided to try it. I'm glad we did. It was during off season but still busy. The burger was delicious, the wife had the fish and chips. Her only suggestion would be to make the fries bigger, not the amount of fries but the actual size of the fries. #frysizematters
The staff was friendly, and service was quick.
I would definitely come back.
