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    Blue Moon Beach Grill

    4.5 (1.8k reviews)
    ModerateSeafood, Southern
    Closed Closed
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Classy
    Dogs allowed

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    Pesto Seafood bucatini
    Shaina W.

    This has been one of our favorite spots over the last 2-3 years. Always a wait for dinner but have a great ambience with fun games outside and can grab a drink and listen to the live music while waiting. For appetizers, the shrimp and tomato app and scallops is a must. We got these both times and look forward to them every year. For dinner, I got the cheesesteak with homemade whiz sauce which hit the spot and plenty of leftovers for me. Fries were also delicious. At the table we also got the pesto seafood pasta, daily catch which was delicious. Staff is always very friendly and makes it a great experience!

    Catch of the day (Swordfish) over goat cheese risotto. Sorry, forgot to take a pic b4 I ate!
    Karen B.

    Excellent dinner! Went the Wednesday prior to Memorial weekend and there was a 1.5 hour wait. We went to the bar outside a found a couple of seats because it was a gorgeous evening. Great outside area just beyond the bar with chairs, cornhole , etc for everyone to enjoy. After a few drinks a couple of more seats opened up and we decided to just eat at the bar. The bartender couldn't have been better! A great personality and very attentive to everyone at the bar and yes, the drinks were great! Food was delicious. A great place to go and they do take reservations which we will utilize next time.

    Mahi-Mahi BLT with fries and a pickle spear.
    Alex F.

    Great food and service in bright, sunny restaurant which is modern with a beachy feel. Dined here for lunch and was very happy with the meal. I had the blackened mahi-mahi BLT sandwich which was perfectly cooked and served with over a pound of french fries. Not going to lie; the fries were fantastic. Nicely seasoned and not greasy. I ended up eating the mahi open-faced to avoid spilling on myself but the fish, tomato slice and lettuce were all delicious. It also came with a crisp pickle spear. My wife got the ceasar salad and added a skewer of blackened shrimp. The shrimp were tasty but could have stood a little more spice. They have a nice wine selection including a good selection available by the glass. Also a nice beer selection with some local/NC beers on tap. I observed all of the staff being very friendly and helpful to patrons throughout the restaurant. I will definitely be back and looking forward to trying it for dinner.

    Mahi mahi
    Dave F.

    Amazing calamari appetizer to start. I had the mahi mahi BLT and it came with Handcut fries..wowzers. My wife had the fish n chips and she loved it. Daughter had the Seafood Buccatini and she llved it. A friend had the blackened crab cake with cole slaw and loved it. Cory H was the server and he rocked our service..very pleasant and fast as lightning..Thank You Cory H!

    Yellow fin tuna stir fry
    Sharon M.

    We haven't been back in over three years so this is a new review for them! Three times was the charm for us to get in as the times and lines can be long! But we arrived earlier than the normal dinner hour and only had a 10 minute wait and with a 92 year old - the waiting time matters! We chose several items from the menu including crab cake dinners, fish and chips, buffalo shrimp, the mahi BLT and two of the night specials - sesame crusted tuna stir fry and the sandbar seafood platter. The food was amazing and plentiful and I wish I had ordered the stir fry as that was literally top notch! We will be back and am glad since our first visit a few years ago that they addressed th me sound issues!

    Tieshia P.

    Our experience at Blue Moon was amazing. The hostess was sweet and sat us with the perfect server, Monika. Monika had great energy, was attentive, and provided excellent service. I had the Seaside Bucatini and it was amazing. My friends had the steak, fish and chips and lemon drops. They said their food was great too. Wish we had more time because the back has fun activities and the restaurants have low lights.

    In house hot sauce
    Jackie M.

    This is the first time I've tipped 30% because the server went above and beyond explaining the menu and making suggestions. The food got mixed reviews only because my kids are very picky but they said the fries were amazing. The cheesesteak sandy was unique so make sure you like lots of cheese, which my husband did. The shrimp not a burger I highly recommend because you'll not find anything like this, the fried green tomato was cooked to perfection. Can't wait to go back. The outdoor seating was so relaxing, sit outside if weather permits.

    Emily M.

    TIP: make a reservation well in advance! My husband and I walked in for an early dinner, and were told the wait was 2.5 hours. Luckily bar seating is first come first served and we were able to snag seats quickly. Our orders came out relatively quickly. The fish was and chips were pretty good, just needed salt. Look forward to dining here again!

    Empty plate after fish and chips
    Becky T.

    I am a nine year old boy writing this review. I had the Fried Fish with French Fries I will highly recommend the regular tartar sauce my meal was amazing and if you have more than 5 people it will be a blast. My grandma got the Caesar Salad with Chicken it was very good. My waitress was amazing!!!!! She did great at serving my family's food. The crowd was very light the wait time was only 10 minutes so I highly recommend going around 4:30. The place was also very clean.

    Fried green tomatoes with burrata appetizer - beyond excellent!!!

    Service is excellent! We were seated right away for lunch and our server, Rachel, was the BEST! Please please make sure you don't miss the Fried green tomatoes with burrata - so delicious and served beautifully. The fish and chips entree had crispy fish pieces, awesome fries, and a variety of sauces. The cocktail sauce is amazing!

    Chicken Cordon Bleu
    John L.

    There are many dining options in the Outer Banks area. This one stood out as we thoroughly enjoyed the dishes offered! They have a diverse menu, from land and sea to handhelds. The pricing does reflect that of higher end, but it's backed up with the well prepared entrees and presentation. Dining area give a casual and relaxed vibe. Staff was very friendly and attentive. Try visiting early, as peak hours tends to get fairly busy, and may have to wait awhile to get a table. Perfect place to dine for a special occasion, or just enjoy a flavorful meal.

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    Ask the Community - Blue Moon Beach Grill

    Are there TV's to watch football?

    Yes...plenty.

    Is the patio dog friendly?

    No dogs here.

    Are you open after Labor Day?

    WIDE OPEN ALL YEAR LONG from 11:30 AM - 9 PM, with the exception of a few major holidays (Easter, Christmas, 4th of July, etc.) and usually one week in the winter when we close for maintenance.

    Is there seating with a view of the water?

    No.

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