Finding fresh and local seafood is never a question on the Outer Banks, and seafood restaurants in Corolla, NC, are plentiful and diverse. The real question that diners must ask themselves, rather, is what kind of seafood they want? There are different classifications for what’s considered a seafood specialty on the Outer Banks. They range from eye-catching arrangements of gourmet tuna preparations to baskets of fried dolphin bites and crinkle-cut fries – an East Coast classic! A search for seafood in Corolla, NC, may lead you to homey holes-in-the-wall or a sophisticated dining room that overlooks the sound. Or you may wind up enjoying calamari or mussels al diablo at a Mediterranean restaurant one day and ceviche at a Mexican place the next. If you’re looking for fresh quality that you can turn into whatever meal you desire, check out what’s available at the seafood markets in Corolla, NC.
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Seafood Specialties & Steam Bars in Corolla, NC
1159 Austin Street, Corolla Light Town Center, Corolla
One of the few restaurants in Corolla staying open all year long, Uncle Ike's serves a wide range of fresh, homemade foods. With an aim to please the whole family, the menu includes big, bold, fresh flavors in every local seafood dish, including their famous mahi tacos and crab cakes. Photographs of the daily chef's specials can be found on their Facebook page. Kids are welcome, and the menu includes plenty of fresh (not frozen) food to satisfy picky eaters. Covered outdoor seating is available. After dark, adults are invited to revel in a variety of entertainment like live music, DJs, karaoke or UFC Fights and NFL Ticket games, broadcast on multiple flat-screen TVs in the bar. From day to night, Uncle Ike's always welcomes new faces and friends, saying that their customers are relatives they choose for themselves.
One of the few restaurants in Corolla staying open all year long, Uncle Ike's serves a wide range of fresh, homemade foods. With an aim to please the whole family, the menu includes big, bold, fresh flavors in every local seafood dish, including their famous mahi tacos and crab cakes. Photographs of the daily chef's specials can be found on their Facebook page. Kids are welcome, and...read more
One of the few restaurants in Corolla staying open all year long, Uncle Ike's serves...read more
Seafood Specialties & Steam Bars in Corolla, NC
North Banks, located in the west building of TimBuck II, is casual, contemporary and high-energy. This restaurant has been a Corolla favorite for fresh seafood and memorable dinners for more than 20 years. Filet mignon and lobster are just a few of the house specialties. They also have several preparations of local fish every night and a raw bar offering up the freshest local delicacies....read more
Few things capture the country’s Southeastern coast like a classic low-country boil. The traditional meal comes together with ease (and whenever the craving strikes) with the help of the Outer Banks Boil Company. They specialize in crafting the ultimate steamer pot to make any dream of hosting your very own low-country boil come true. With the essentials of jumbo shrimp, Andouille sausage shipped from Louisiana,...read more
Seafood Specialties & Steam Bars in Corolla, NC
From the same restaurant family as Broken Plate Kitchen in Corolla, Seanna Tavern serves traditional American cuisine with a leaning toward seafood. The menus are a little more elegant than your traditional beach-town fare, and the atmosphere is casual and friendly. Seanna serves breakfast, lunch and dinner Tuesday through Sunday, and they have a full bar. They take reservations.read more
Seafood Specialties & Steam Bars in Corolla, NC
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
Seafood Specialties & Steam Bars in Corolla, NC
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
Seafood Specialties & Steam Bars in Corolla, NC
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