Gift yourself….to a Thanksgiving holiday meal on the OBX!

Looking for a stress-free holiday celebration on the Outer Banks? Let some of our amazing, local restaurants do the cooking while you enjoy quality time with loved ones. Here are some popular OBX eateries that offer special holiday meals:

1. Basnight’s Lone Cedar Cafe – Nags Head

• Cuisine: Seafood
• Holiday Offerings: Thanksgiving Buffet menu with holiday favorites such as turkey, dressing, potatoes, Brussel sprouts and as well as fresh, local food items and homemade desserts.
• Special Notes: Open Thanksgiving Day, Open for reservations and Walk-ins, good for large and small parties.

2. Red Sky Cafe – Duck

• Cuisine: Fresh, Locally-sourced ingredients, seafood and land-lovers items
• Holiday Offerings: Traditional American and Coastal Carolina inspired Thanksgiving cuisine, served buffet style.
• Special Notes: Reservations encouraged

3. The Captain’s Table – Nags Head

• Cuisine: Fresh, Locally-sourced ingredients, seafood and land-lovers items
• Holiday Offerings: Traditional American and Coastal Carolina inspired Thanksgiving cuisine

4. Mulligan’s Grille – Nags Head

• Cuisine: Southern Coastal Cuisine – fresh and local ingredients
• Holiday Offerings: Traditional Thanksgiving menu items and local, homemade dessert options.
• Special Notes: Dine-in or Carry Out dinner plates. Reservations can be accepted up to 48 hours in advance.

5. Captain George’s Seafood – Kill Devil Hills

• Cuisine: Southern Coastal Cuisine, Seafood
• Holiday Offerings: Traditional Thanksgiving menu items served buffet-style, homemade dessert options.
• Special Notes: Reservations recommended. Open 11am-8pm on Thanksgiving Day.

Tips for Booking Your Holiday Meal:

• Make reservations early: Holidays are a popular time to visit the Outer Banks, so it’s best to book your meal in advance.
• Inquire about dietary restrictions: Many restaurants can accommodate special dietary needs.
• Consider delivery or takeout options: If you prefer to enjoy your holiday meal in the comfort of your rental property, some restaurants offer delivery or takeout services.
• Remember to check the specific restaurants’ websites or call ahead for the most up-to-date information on holiday hours, menus, and pricing.

If you’ll be at the beach after the Thanksgiving holiday, be sure to participate in the 12 Bars of Christmas pop-up, here on the Outer Banks! Beginning November 29th, 2024, 12 local bars and restaurants on the OBX become winter wonderlands full of holiday cheer and fun menu options to help in getting you in the spirit! Locations of the bars can be found by visiting their website here: 12 Bars of Christmas. Don’t forget to pick up your $10 passport at any of the pop-up bars to help in supporting 12 local OBX Charities and to give you the opportunity to receive a “12 Bars of Christmas” ornament by visiting all of the different pop-up locations.