Amy's Guidebook
Food scene
On Saturdays this summer, the fire department hosts a Fish Fry. This has been a tradition since 1955. It is a quintessential Hatteras Island meal and definitely worth a visit if you are in town on Saturday. I recommend getting there right when they open as there is usually a line and they will sell out.
https://islandfreepress.org/hatteras-island-features/weekly-hatteras-village-community-fish-fry-returning-for-2022-on-may-28/
Hatteras Fire Department
On Saturdays this summer, the fire department hosts a Fish Fry. This has been a tradition since 1955. It is a quintessential Hatteras Island meal and definitely worth a visit if you are in town on Saturday. I recommend getting there right when they open as there is usually a line and they will sell out.
https://islandfreepress.org/hatteras-island-features/weekly-hatteras-village-community-fish-fry-returning-for-2022-on-may-28/
Conner’s Supermarket is a family owned store that has been open since 1959. They have fresh deli selections, to-go sandwiches perfect for the beach, and a wide selection of beers and wines.
42 locals recommend
Conner's Supermarket
47468 NC-12Conner’s Supermarket is a family owned store that has been open since 1959. They have fresh deli selections, to-go sandwiches perfect for the beach, and a wide selection of beers and wines.
A must try for breakfast! They have delicious breakfast sandwiches and pastries. I highly recommend the “Apple Uglie” which is the most popular item on their menu!
59 locals recommend
Orange Blossom Bakery & Cafe
47206 NC-12A must try for breakfast! They have delicious breakfast sandwiches and pastries. I highly recommend the “Apple Uglie” which is the most popular item on their menu!
A Sno-ball is the perfect treat after a long day at the beach! Try one “Hatteras Style” with ice cream on the bottom!
7 locals recommend
Hatteras Snow Balls
53203 Delmar Willis RdA Sno-ball is the perfect treat after a long day at the beach! Try one “Hatteras Style” with ice cream on the bottom!
If you like sushi, then you should definitely try Diamond Shoals. They also offer a wide variety of fresh seafood dishes and kid friendly options.
32 locals recommend
Diamond Shoals Restaurant and Seafood Market
46843 NC-12If you like sushi, then you should definitely try Diamond Shoals. They also offer a wide variety of fresh seafood dishes and kid friendly options.
If you’re looking for a finer dining experience Breakwater is the place to be. They have a beautiful deck outside where you can watch the sunset over the sound and several nights a week there is live music.
22 locals recommend
Breakwater Restaurant
57878 NC-12If you’re looking for a finer dining experience Breakwater is the place to be. They have a beautiful deck outside where you can watch the sunset over the sound and several nights a week there is live music.
This is a lively place to eat a delicious meal and enjoy sound side views. They offer an indoor and outdoor bar and a menu focused on local seafood. Sometimes there is live music too!
45 locals recommend
Hatteras Sol Waterside Grill
58646 NC-12This is a lively place to eat a delicious meal and enjoy sound side views. They offer an indoor and outdoor bar and a menu focused on local seafood. Sometimes there is live music too!
Buxton Munch Co
47359 North Carolina Highway 12Tavern on 12
53060 NC-12Beads and Grinds
47039 Buxton Back RoadBros Sandwich Shack
41934 NC-12Sightseeing
Cape Hatteras Lighthouse
46379 Lighthouse RdGraveyard of the Atlantic Museum
59200 Museum DrBuxton Woods Trail
46375 Lighthouse RdHatteras Harbor Marina
58058 NC-12Canadian Hole is an area on the soundside headed north just outside of Buxton. Wind surfers and kite boarders gather here to practice their sport, but it is also a stunning place to watch the sunset. There is a public parking area for visitors.
8 locals recommend
Canadian Hole
Canadian Hole is an area on the soundside headed north just outside of Buxton. Wind surfers and kite boarders gather here to practice their sport, but it is also a stunning place to watch the sunset. There is a public parking area for visitors.
Take a day trip to Ocracoke Island! Visitors can board the free drive on ferry or buy a ticket to ride the passenger ferry. The ferry ride is about an hour across the Pamlico Sound. Once on Ocracoke visitors can rent a golf cart or ride the island shuttle to visit the sites around the island. There are many restaurants that offer fresh local seafood and a 1718 Brewery which offers cold brews and an in house kitchen!
Ocracoke Island
Take a day trip to Ocracoke Island! Visitors can board the free drive on ferry or buy a ticket to ride the passenger ferry. The ferry ride is about an hour across the Pamlico Sound. Once on Ocracoke visitors can rent a golf cart or ride the island shuttle to visit the sites around the island. There are many restaurants that offer fresh local seafood and a 1718 Brewery which offers cold brews and an in house kitchen!
Shopping
Natural Art Surf Shop
47331 NC-12Buxton Village Books
47918 NC-12Old Gray House Gifts
47074 Light Plant Rd