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Breakfast on the Outer Banks: Our Top 11 Favorite Places – Updated

The Outer Banks is known for a lot of great things, one of those is fantastic breakfast spots to get your vacation days started right. There are too many great restaurants to name, and not all of them are equal, but there are some that stand out as fan favorites. Here are our top 11 breakfast places where you can get all the morning must-haves and more! READ MORE

Posing on the OBX – Memory Monday 7/9/18

This week’s Memory Monday photo contest entry comes to us from Rhonda Ross and she shares with us pictures of her granddaughter posing on the Outer Banks.

What grandparent doesn’t enjoy taking pictures and spending time with their favorite offspring? Well this week’s Memory Monday is a tribute to that as Rhonda, who stayed with Outer Banks Blue just two weeks ago.

The weather was good on the beach so we get this shot of her posing on the beach.

What Grandmother wouldn’t love that shot?

Then there is the picture of them getting some breakfast at the famous “Grits Grill” in Nags Head.

Gimme some breakfast!

What adorable pictures. Thank you Rhonda for sharing your photo memories of your stay with Outer Banks Blue.

This gives us an opportunity to remind everyone to send their photo memories to us. Each week we post a picture here on our blog, and once each month we randomly select one of our entrants for our monthly drawing for a $100 discount on your next year’s stay with Outer Banks Blue.

We look forward to serving you soon.

All the best from the beach.

Getting Breakfast on the Outer Banks: Our Top 8 Favorite Places

Every day should start with a good breakfast because as we all know it is the most important meal of the day. But not all breakfast spots are equal and some stand out more than others. Here are our top 8 breakfast places where you can find all your morning favorites.

Sam & Omie’s

First on our list and longtime local favorite we have Sam and Omie’s. Located across the street from Jennette’s Pier and known for their Sunday brunch. Be sure to try the “omie”lettes or the crab and eggs benedict.

Henry’s

Next up we have Henry’s, family-owned and operated since 1989. Some of my favorites include their home-style hot cakes, biscuits and gravy, or their seafood omelet. Even if you are getting a late start breakfast is available until 1 PM!

Duck Donuts

Of course we had to include Duck Donuts! You cannot make a trip to the Outer Banks without stopping here! All donuts are made to order so you don’t have to get up early and rush to get them while they are hot and fresh. Whether you keep it simple with a vanilla iced donut or go all out with a maple iced donut and bacon on top you cannot go wrong!

Nags Head Pier House Restaurant

If you are wishing to enjoy your morning cup of coffee while looking over the ocean and hearing the waves crash on the beach, then Nags Head Pier House Restaurant is the place for you. You must try their pancakes or home fries, they are delicious! Also, their seafood omelette is one of the best on the beach. Come early because there is typically a wait for breakfast, especially on Sundays.

Bob’s Grill

Known for their catchy slogan “Eat and Get the Hell Out,” Bob’s Grill has one of the best (and my personal favorite) breakfast on the beach. They have a large variety of stuffed omelettes and voted best hashbrowns on the beach. My personal favorites include their French toast or their HUGE (bigger than the plate) blueberry pancakes. With breakfast served till 2 PM you do not have to rush to get there in the morning!

Take a step back in time at Grills Grill, a 60’s themed diner complete with retro pink and green vinyl. Serving a southern style breakfast until 2 PM daily. Not only do they have the best and fluffiest biscuits on the beach they also have Krispy Kreme donuts! These go quickly so get there early! Also, be sure to try their biscuits and gravy or their famous “Kiss Our Grits” platter.

The Jolly Roger

Known for their pirate memorabilia, Christmas ornaments hanging from the ceiling, and of course their breakfast is The Jolly Roger. Located on the beach road in Kill Devil Hills, the Jolly Roger is another longtime local favorite. Their breakfast platters are huge and affordable and their pancakes are the size of a dinner plate! Be sure to get their home fries and toast with your meal, both are made in house and are delicious.

Lighthouse Bagels & Deli

Serving up the best breakfast in Corolla is Lighthouse Bagels & Deli. With over 15 different kinds of bagels and made-from-scratch donuts you can find something for everyone. They also offer hot off the grill breakfast sandwiches and amazing cinnabuns and scones. Get there early because they are known to sell out of bagels by late morning.

There you have it! These are our top breakfast places on the Outer Banks and ones we often recommend. With so many great places to choose from I am sure we missed other great breakfast spots. Do you have an all-time breakfast favorite that we didn’t mention?

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