Best Restaurants, Must Try Places in Coquina Beach

"The island-style interior and excellent food make Tortugas' a favorite among locals and repeat visitors. There are lots of healthy options here, with Caribbean-inspired seafood and vegetarian options. Chow down on a variety of dishes, including tuna bites, burritos, pasta and steamed seafood and veggies."

"Nestled in the beautiful dunes of the Outer Banks lies the gem of a Caribbean style restaurant known as Tortugas Lie. The restaurant has been around since 1989 and is home to some of the beach’s fines fare. Try out their wide selection of handheld options or some of their specialty fish tacos."

"We promise that we aren’t lying when we tell you that Tortugas’ Lie is one the best restaurants in Nags Head."

"In August of 2011, Hurricane Irene landed on our back porch...literally!. We are all so glad to be reopen for business and excited to show off our new renovations. We hope you will like what we've done."

"Our family has been going to Lone Cedar Cafe since it opened. I have recommended it to many people, and they all agree it is wonderful!"

"It’s no coincidence that Blue Moon Beach Grill is at the top of this list!. Ranked the best of Nags Head Restaurants on both TripAdvisor and Yelp, this Nags Head eatery serves up a scrumptious spread of seafood and more. Order the Mahi Mahi BLT or Crab Cake sandwich, and wash it down with a craft beer."

"Once in a blue moon, you get to taste life on a sandbar," say the folks at this laidback spot, which serves up a boatload of seafood offerings alongside a long list of cocktails and nostalgic beachy décor (think buoy garland and surfboards everywhere)."

"Enjoy the beautiful ocean view as you dine on the Outer Banks Fishing Pier in South Nags Head. Not only is the restaurant on the water, they also have some of the best live music around. Their most popular menu items include conch fritters, fish tacos, homemade tuna salad, homemade crab cake sandwiches, or their grilled fish sandwiches."

"Biscuits N’ P*rn isn’t really a restaurant but a convenience store that features the best drop biscuits in North Carolina. The Stop Quik food joint serves two kinds of biscuits- plain and cheese stuff with any of the meat choices you so desire. The name though- it’s both a smart marketing ploy and a name that just stuck."

"I also love their chicken and egg sandwich on a cheesy biscuit too!. You can't go wrong here for breakfast and the line goes very... (252) 441-6446Order online"

"Check out these two sweet stops: Mom’s Sweet Shop in Kill Devil Hills and The Spot in Nags Head. While they’re both very unique and I highly recommend checking them both out, they do have some similarities in their menu and offer healthy options with ingredients like acai, pitaya, hemp seeds, coconut, turmeric, and bee pollen. Here are my personal favorite menu items from each one."

"Brought to you by the owners of Secret Spot Surf Shop, The Spot is a fun, surf-inspired shop where you’re sure to find something to satisfy your sweet tooth … and your healthy tooth too!. The Spot has a wide variety of ice cream flavors, milkshakes, smoothies and other morning and mid-day snacks to go. If you really want to energize your day, be sure...read more"

"We offer the first, full menu of Acai & Pitaya Bowls in the Outer Banks, with over 10 recipes and 3 sizes to choose from, we'll have exactly what you crave. In addition, we blend delicious real fruit smoothies and offer over 20 flavors of Hershey Ice Cream to satisfy your sweet tooth."

"If ice cream is what you’re looking for, the Outer Banks has more options than you can imagine. One of the most popular spots is Big Bucks. With locations in Corolla, Kitty Hawk, and Manteo, you can get your ice cream fix with ease."

"Piers & Boardwalks3335 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC MoreLess Info. Nags Head Fishing Pier is a fishing pier and seafood restaurant. The pier is suitable for walking, sightseeing, and of course, fishing."

"The 5-acre Dowdy Park is a popular place for relaxation, play and entertainment. The park includes an amphitheater, green space, restrooms, a fitness trail, basketball and pickleball courts, a bocce area and an unusual playscape/playground for kids, and it's the site of local events, festivals and live music. You'll find it on the Bypass in Nags Head, next to Nags Head Elementary School on the...read more"

"Dowdy Park, encompassing five acres, offers a myriad of recreational possibilities for its visitors of all ages. It is well-loved by families for its ADA-accessible playground."