Burgers, hot dogs, diner-style breakfasts, pizza places, steakhouses, barbecue – don’t you just love the variety that characterizes what’s considered American cuisine? For a small town, Corolla, NC, restaurants certainly offer a generous sampling of favorite American foods. And what’s the point of dining out if you can’t take the whole family too? These Corolla, NC, restaurants focus on creating family-friendly environments both in no-frills and upscale settings.
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Corolla, NC, Restaurant
777 Sunset Boulevard, Corolla
Mike Dianna's Grill Room is owned and operated by a true Corolla local who grew up here and has lived in the area since 1984. The restaurant starts with the best raw products they can find, such as USDA Prime beef, fresh and local seafood, all-natural chicken, pork and pasta. The restaurant has a live hardwood grill where they cook all of their steaks and seafood, and it's the only one of its kind on the northern part of the Outer Banks. They have a wonderful children's menu and an ever-changing specials menu, and they cater to gluten-free, dairy-free and allergy-related restrictions. The Grill Room serves brunch complete with homemade buttermilk biscuits, a house-cured lox platter, crabcake sandwiches, deviled eggs, daily omelette specials and more. Indoor and outdoor dining are available, as are curbside pickup and free delivery on the paved roads of Corolla (online ordering available). Reservations are recommended for all party sizes for both brunch and dinner and can be made online.
Mike Dianna's Grill Room is owned and operated by a true Corolla local who grew up here and has lived in the area since 1984. The restaurant starts with the best raw products they can find, such as USDA Prime beef, fresh and local seafood, all-natural chicken, pork and pasta. The restaurant has a live hardwood grill where they cook all of their steaks and seafood,...read more
Mike Dianna's Grill Room is owned and operated by a true Corolla local who grew up...read more
If you’re looking for delicious and traditional Southern fare on the Outer Banks, stop by Sooey’s BBQ & Rib Shack. With locations in Corolla and Nags Head, they're proud to offer their famous Carolina barbecue. They specialize in authentic Eastern North Carolina-style pulled pork barbecue, slow-smoked ribs, beef brisket and Southern fried chicken. You’ll find all your favorite homemade sides here too, including potato salad,...read more
Corolla, NC, Restaurant
With a lively, fun-filled family atmosphere, eclectic decor and a focus on fresh seafood, Sun Fish Grill is Corolla's happy seafood shack. The kitchen whips up just about everything from scratch, and the menu offers something for everyone, from seafood lovers to meat eaters to vegetarians to kids. In addition to fresh and local seafood, they also offer 100% Angus beef, organic chicken, vegetarian and...read more
Ocracoke, NC, Restaurant
The Chicken Coop is a family-friendly restaurant with a country diner feel, right down to the red-and-white checked table cloths and quilts on the walls. Their food is pure comfort, with items like fried chicken, country-style sides, chicken and dumplings, soups and sandwich combos on the menu plus daily specials. The Chicken Coop serves breakfast any time, so you can get French toast, eggs, biscuits...read more
Corolla, NC, Restaurant
Want a fun addition to your next birthday party or special event? Bring delight to everyone’s inner child with catered ice cream! Corolla ice cream shop, the Chill Spot, carts the tasty delights from their store to you. Visit them at one of their locations to see what they’re all about. The Chill Spot serves more than 10 flavors of ice cream, and they can...read more
Don’t you hate it when people say that chocolate fudge is sinful? Sometimes it’s just a necessity. The Fudgery’s creamy concoctions can satisfy any sweet tooth. Your mind will be boggled at the variety of flavors from dark chocolate to peanut butter to rocky road, even New Orleans praline. The fudge is all theatrically prepared right in front of your eyes on marble slabs and...read more
Corolla, NC, Restaurant
At The Juice Jar the goal is to provide healthy, delicious and refreshing foods that are usually organic and always fresh. Try their signature Açaí bowls, a great way to start your day. After a morning workout, surf or yoga session, add organic hemp protein to your smoothie and rebuild those tired muscles. Don't forget the juice. All of The Juice Jar's products are packed...read more
Corolla, NC, Restaurant
The Kind Cup is an artisan coffee roaster specializing in small-batch, fresh-roasted coffee. Stop in for a latte, espresso, cappuccino, nitro cold brew, cold brew or just a simple cup of delicious, well-made coffee. They also sell coffee in bulk. You'll find The Kind Cup inside Corolla Village Market in a charming, restored home in Historic Corolla Village. Online ordering is also available.read more
Corolla, NC, Restaurant
The Local is a new restaurant neighboring Northern Outer Banks Brewing Company, so you can enjoy cold local beers and some great food along with them. Along with sandwiches and other handhelds, they serve beer-friendly apps and snacks, soups, salads, burgers and sandwiches, tacos, flatbreads, entrees and fresh catch for lunch and dinner. The menu has something for everyone, and there are also daily specials....read more
Corolla, NC, Restaurant
Not only are they known for their delectable menu, but the Oceanfront Grille is also the only place in Corolla where you can dine outdoors while overlooking the ocean. These two assets together make the restaurant beloved by residents and visitors. What started out as the Clubhouse Cafe in 1992 has blossomed into a restaurant that features wonderful varieties of seafood dishes. Favorites include their...read more
Corolla, NC, Restaurant
In season, The Shack Coffee Shop, a favorite local hangout, offers a full range of hot and cold beverages for everyone in your group. The baristas are experts in the art of brewing the perfect cup, from macchiato to iced coffee – all made from the freshest, locally roasted beans. You’ll also find a full menu of other refreshments like frappes and smoothies and smoothie bowls. A...read more
Corolla, NC, Restaurant
For alfresco dining, this new restaurant in Timbuck II Shopping is hard to beat. Upside not only offers comfy seating on an elevated waterfront deck, but also has the Inside-Out Bar where inside effortlessly merges with the outdoors so you can enjoy Upside's creative coastal cuisine and craft cocktails in an atmosphere made for relaxing with friends and family. Upside serves creative coastal cuisine paired...read more
Corolla, NC, Restaurant
Every inch of space in this 1,800-square-foot restaurant is utilized to maximize your dining pleasure. There is a cozy bar offering cocktails and a small collection of domestic and craft beers and wine; it has five bar stools to accommodate diners or those waiting for a table. The dining area is decorated in earthy tones, shelves of books, original art and eclectic antiques and has...read more
