Modern Beach Studio guidebook
Food scene
This is our favorite local date spot. Great selection of wines, beers, and cheeses will not disappoint.
179 locals recommend
TRIO Restaurant & Market
3708 N Croatan HwyThis is our favorite local date spot. Great selection of wines, beers, and cheeses will not disappoint.
Vinny's Pizza Joint
3701 N Croatan HwySome of the best take-out or delivery pizza around.
A classy Outer Banks establishment, Josephine's whole menu is a sure-bet for authentic Italian food with great ambiance.
78 locals recommend
Josephine's Sicilian Kitchen
3701 N Croatan HwyA classy Outer Banks establishment, Josephine's whole menu is a sure-bet for authentic Italian food with great ambiance.
Whether it be fresh-made biscuits in the morning or karaoke after dark, Jolly Roger offers a wide array of food options and night life.
72 locals recommend
The Jolly Roger Restaurant
1836 N Virginia Dare TrailWhether it be fresh-made biscuits in the morning or karaoke after dark, Jolly Roger offers a wide array of food options and night life.
This is one of the last semi-unknown great spot on the beach. From brunch to lunch and dinner, this secluded gem is worth a look.
90 locals recommend
The SaltBox Cafe
1469 Colington RdThis is one of the last semi-unknown great spot on the beach. From brunch to lunch and dinner, this secluded gem is worth a look.
Nags Head Pier offers everything from fantastic pancakes in the morning to freshly-mixed drinks in the evening.
21 locals recommend
Pier House Restaurant
3335 S Virginia Dare TrailNags Head Pier offers everything from fantastic pancakes in the morning to freshly-mixed drinks in the evening.
Best espresso in town. They also have a selection of cafe style food options.
103 locals recommend
Ashley’s Espresso Parlour & All-Time Roasting Co.
100 E Helga StBest espresso in town. They also have a selection of cafe style food options.
Low-key local spot that serves pastries, breakfast sandwiches and lunch options. Closed on Sundays and Mondays. You don't want to miss this place.
10 locals recommend
Proof Bakery
402 S Croatan HwyLow-key local spot that serves pastries, breakfast sandwiches and lunch options. Closed on Sundays and Mondays. You don't want to miss this place.
Seafood, seafood, seafood! Easily one of the best lunchtime options around.
55 locals recommend
Greentails Seafood Market And Kitchen
3022 S Croatan HwySeafood, seafood, seafood! Easily one of the best lunchtime options around.
Absolutely incredible local deli with options to please the whole family.
53 locals recommend
Country Deli
1900 S Croatan HwyAbsolutely incredible local deli with options to please the whole family.
Authentic and affordable Mexican cuisine. Great for a quick bite or take-out meal to bring to the beach.
6 locals recommend
Viva Mexican Grill
2424 S Croatan HwyAuthentic and affordable Mexican cuisine. Great for a quick bite or take-out meal to bring to the beach.
Sightseeing
Stunning landscape of the Outer Banks. If you haven't explored this area before, you owe it to yourself to head to Jockey's Ridge.
395 locals recommend
Jockey's Ridge State Park
300 W Carolista DrStunning landscape of the Outer Banks. If you haven't explored this area before, you owe it to yourself to head to Jockey's Ridge.
Within biking distance is one of the most important technological sites of the 20th century. Powered flight was first accomplished here.
493 locals recommend
Wright Brothers Memorial
1000 N Croatan HwyWithin biking distance is one of the most important technological sites of the 20th century. Powered flight was first accomplished here.
Looking for hiking? Look no further than Nags Heads Woods, an old-growth maritime forest that can feel more like you're deep in the woods than at the beach.
53 locals recommend
Nags Head Woods
Looking for hiking? Look no further than Nags Heads Woods, an old-growth maritime forest that can feel more like you're deep in the woods than at the beach.
Dare County Arts Council
300 Queen Elizabeth AveLocal gallery, look for my art! Sarah Rozell
City/town information
Historic downtown on the Outer Banks. Ample free parking, stop at local shops and have lunch on the sound.
148 locals recommend
Manteo
Historic downtown on the Outer Banks. Ample free parking, stop at local shops and have lunch on the sound.