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Dog Friendly Restaurants in Kitty Hawk, NC

There are 18 dog-friendly restaurants in Kitty Hawk that welcome dogs at their outdoor tables. Need help to decide where to eat? Here’s a detailed description of each restaurant, along with pictures and reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Kitty Hawk. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Shipwrecks Taphouse & Grill

Shipwrecks Taphouse & Grill

Shipwrecks Taphouse & Grill

Shipwrecks Taphouse & Grill, located in Kitty Hawk, NC, is a dog-friendly eatery where Fido can join you on their outdoor covered patio. They even offer a special dog menu! For pet parents, the menu features signature burgers, sandwiches and a variety of seafood options. They also have 22 beers on tap.

Pet Friendly Cravings

Cravings

Cravings serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. Popular menu options include lobster Benny, Carolina pork BBQ sandwiches, Brie LTs, Alaskan king crab legs, chicken Marsala, and broiled shrimp and scallops. Outdoor umbrella tables are dog friendly. Please note table service is not available, so Fido will have to remain outside while you go to the counter.

Art's Place

Art's Place is a pet-friendly restaurant in Kitty Hawk, NC. Visitors can sit on the covered porch, at picnic tables at the side of the building, or on the rooftop overlooking the ocean. Delicious burgers, hamburgers, hand cut fries, made to order breakfasts and in-season local seafood are featured on the menu.

Capt'n Franks

Capt'n Franks is a dog-friendly restaurant in Kitty Hawk, NC, where Fido can join you at an outdoor table. Renowned for its diverse selection of hot dogs - including footlongs, quarter-pound Superdogs, and the fully-loaded Junkyard Dog - this family-owned establishment offers a nostalgic dining experience that has become a staple for both locals and visitors to the Outer Banks. Beyond hot dogs, the menu features house-made all-beef chili, hand-pulled pork BBQ, and a variety of sandwiches, all prepared with a commitment to quality and flavor.

Barrier Island Bagels

Barrier Island Bagels

Barrier Island Bagels is open daily from 7:00am to 3:00 and is happy to serve up bagels, sandwiches, salads, smoothies, pastries, and baked goods to all. Choose from a variety of bagel options including Plain, Asiago, Blueberry, Rosemary Olive Oil, and more. From there, add on an assortment of toppings including butter, plain cream cheese, jalapeno cream cheese, lox, apple cinnamon raisin cream cheese, and even more! If you're hungry for something a bit more substantial, try their Albermarle sandwich with roast beef, cheddar, peppers, onions, mushrooms, mayo, and horseradish, served with a side of chips. Bring Fido along on your trip and grab a seat at their single pet-friendly table outdoors and enjoy your baked delight!

John's Drive In

John's Drive In

John's Drive In has tasty shakes and great sandwiches that you can eat in your car next to your pooch. Only open during the summer months. Closes in late September.

Spanky's Grille

Spanky's Grille

Spanky's Grille serves up delicious American fare complete with friendly staff. Choose from menu options like hotdogs, hamburgers, sandwiches, seafood, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their three pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. If you're feeling up to it, challenge yourself to the Mad Viking Burger - a two pound monstrosity of a burger! Spanky's Grille is open Monday through Saturday from 11:00am to 4:00pm.

Anchor Grill OBX

Anchor Grill OBX

Anchor Grill , located in Kitty Hawk, NC, is a pet-friendly eatery on wheels! They are parked at Stack Em High, one of the favorite breakfast spots among locals. Anchor Grill is open for lunch and dinner and serves "gourmet on the go." Try the Kitty Hawk Crabcake Sandwich topped with island slaw or the Teach's Tacos stuffed with the catch of the day. Dogs are allowed to take a seat at one of the picnic tables.

TRIO Restaurant & Market

TRIO Restaurant & Market

TRIO Restaurant & Market, located in Kitty Hawk, NC, is a casual, dog friendly eatery where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table. This vibrant dining and retail destination has both an eclectic restaurant and gourmet market. Their menu offers a selection of cheese and charcuterie, fresh salads, Panini, inspired small plates and entrees and scratch made desserts. Brunch available on weekends.

Swellsa Brewing Duck Dive Bar

Swellsa Brewing Duck Dive Bar

Swellsa Brewing Duck Dive Bar in Kitty Hawk, NC, is a vibrant, pet-friendly outdoor spot with an island-inspired atmosphere. Guests can bring their dogs and friends, enjoy a selection of craft beers, and test their skills on the fun par-three disc golf course. The bar also features a variety of wine and signature cocktails, perfect for sipping while relaxing in a laid-back setting.

Black Pelican Oceanfront Restaurant

Black Pelican Oceanfront Restaurant

Black Pelican Oceanfront Cafe, located in Kitty Hawk, NC, is a dog-friendly eatery where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table for lunch (dogs aren't permitted after 4:00 PM). Call ahead to be sure the patio is open before visiting with Fido. This seafood-centered establishment serves up fresh, delicious dishes. Choose from appetizers, salads, seafood, pork, beef, chicken, ribs, steak, sandwiches, wood-fired pizza, steamed seafood platters, and more.

Duck Donuts

Duck Donuts, located at N Virginia Dare Trail, Kitty Hawk, is a unique joint that serves up made-to-order donuts along with a variety of menu options including coffee, sandwiches, sundaes, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their benches while you indulge your sweet tooth. Try the Maple Bacon Donut topped with maple icing, bacon pieces, and a raspberry drizzle. Or go for the Vanilla Coconut topped with vanilla icing, shredded coconut, and a hot fudge drizzle. For something a bit more savory, chow down on the Bacon Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sandwich! Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside when you go in to order.

Outer Bean Cafe Kitty Hawk

Outer Bean Cafe Kitty Hawk

Outer Bean Cafe in Kitty Hawk, NC, is a cozy local spot offering a variety of breakfast and lunch options—think egg casseroles, sandwiches, paninis, salads, smoothies, and fresh coffee. Grab a seat at their limited pet-friendly outdoor tables and dig in.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

Tropical Smoothie Cafe is part of a chain that serves up menu options like toasted flatbreads, sandwiches, wraps, salads, breakfast items, classic smoothies, superfood smoothies, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their two pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try the Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Flatbread with pulled chicken, coleslaw, ranch, cheddar, and island BBQ sauce on a toasted flatbread. Or for something quick and refreshing, grab an Orange Ginger Glow Superfood Smoothie with mango, fresh ginger, green apple, pineapple, carrot, and orange juice. Add in whatever supplement or extra ingredients that you like, such as probiotic, multivitamin, whey protein, oats, flax seeds, chia seeds, vitamin B12, and more! Tropical Smoothie Cafe is open daily from 9:00am to 8:00pm.

Pizzazz Pizza Co

Pizzazz Pizza Co

Pizzazz Pizza Co is a dog-friendly pizzeria in Kitty Hawk, NC. Fido is welcome to join you at a picnic table on the patio. Build your own small, medium, or large pizza, or choose from several specialty pizzas. Wings, fries, subs, and salads are available as well.

Even•Tide

Even•Tide in Kitty Hawk, NC, is a cozy waterfront spot along Duck’s scenic boardwalk. Enjoy homespun eats, a sommelier-curated wine list and craft beer on tap. The dog-friendly, covered deck offers stunning views of the Albemarle Sound—perfect for a relaxing stop, even on rainy days. Pets are welcome outside, and the atmosphere is warm and laid-back throughout the year.

Ocean Boulevard Bistro and Martini Bar

Ocean Boulevard Bistro and Martini Bar

Well-behaved dogs are welcome to join you at one of about a dozen outdoor pet-friendly tables at Ocean Boulevard Bistro and Martini Bar, an eatery in Kitty Hawk, NC. Enjoy dinner menu items like crab bisque, roasted veal meatballs, fried green tomatoes, pan roasted duck breast, pan seared sea scallops, lamb, steak and more. Please note that the patio is closed during severe weather.

Pok's Art

Pok's Art is a dog-friendly Asian fusion restaurant in Kitty Hawk, NC that welcomes leashed pups at their two outdoor tables. The menu features items such as fried crab rangoon, chicken drunken noodles and pad Thai.

Blue Moon Beach Grill

Blue Moon Beach Grill

Blue Moon Beach Grill serves up Southern comfort food in Nags Head, NC. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome on the pet-friendly backyard area and outdoor dining deck. Their seafood-focused menu offers tasty options like daily specials, salads, fish tacos, filet mignon, sandwiches, plus a beverage menu with craft beer, wine and cocktails. Please note that outdoor seating is available weather permitting.

Mulligan’s Grille in Historic Cottage Row

Mulligan’s Grille in Historic Cottage Row

Mulligan’s Grille in Historic Cottage Row is a dog-friendly seafood restaurant serving visitors and locals to Nags Head, NC. Fido is welcome to join you at a table on the pet-friendly upper deck where guests can pull up a stool at the tiki bar. Mulligan's provide a dog menu, water bowls, and your pup is sure to enjoy the fenced dog run where he can expend his energy! In addition to seafood, other choices include seasonal salads, burgers, meatloaf, plus chicken and waffles.

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