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    Cook Out

    3.0 (13 reviews)
    Open 10:30 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    Cook Out Style Hot Dog with chili, hidden under a windrow of slaw
    Jon T.

    Cook Out is located in the old Burger King building that had been closed for a few years. We found it open when we returned in November of 2025 and we decided to try it based on one visit to a Cook Out in Charlotte several years ago. I remembered a decent barbecue sandwich and chili dog. Ms T is always good for a cheeseburger. We went for lunch and ordered exactly what I mentioned above. We both found Cook Out to be "just" OK. The barbecue is fine unless you are used to really good, local North Carolina pork. This version has never seen the inside of a barbecue pit. It is more like something cooked in one of those electric roasters that they had at our church when I was growing up in Iowa. Believe me there is no barbecue in Iowa. Cook Out serves it with slaw and Texas Pete. The slaw is too sweet so the Texas Pete saved it. The bun was too big and bready and was dry and crumbly. The sandwich was OK, but I will satisfy my OBX barbecue cravings at The Feedhouse in Engelhard, Carolina Barbecue in Manteo, TL's in Manteo or High Cotton. Even Sam & Omie's is quite acceptable and much better than this. My chili dog was ordered "Cook Out Style" which means with chili, mustard and slaw. I asked for no onions. The chili and dog were decent. The slaw was way, way over applied and was way, way too sweet for this application. The slaw is one dimensional, needing a splash of vinegar. In this case the mustard saved the dog. I scraped off at least three quarters of the slaw. And again, the bun was dry and crumbly. I will stick with PK's Pit Stop, Art's Place, Kill Devil's or even Snowbirds for a Carolina dog. Ms T's cheeseburger was also in the just OK range, with a good char-broiled crust, but essentially no salt. She had the same excessively large bun. She tore off a big pile of dry bread. The quarter pound burger patty was thickish and that left a lot of extra bun around the edges. There are much better places for a burger around here; Art's, McGrath's, Spanky's, Goombay's, Kill Devil's, etc. Well, we tried it once, and that is it. I just wanted to see if it was what we remembered. I guess it was. I discussed it with our son. He mentioned seeing a lot of Cook Out billboards on his drive up from Florida, so he tried it along the way and had the same reaction. He also discussed with a co-worker who grew up with it and had mentioned it. She had the same response with one comment. Cook Out makes great shakes and malts. Ms T had a chocolate malt, and it was, in fact, delicious. She disagreed with me when I said it tasted like an Almond Joy bar. I thought I could taste some coconut with the chocolate and I loved it. The malt keeps this at three stars, otherwise, I would be allocating just two.

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    3 months ago

    Great food just as any other cookout-in a large 7+ meal order there was only one thing wrong with the order. Pretty quick too.

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    Great and fast service, exactly what you need after a night of drinking! Delicious food!

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    Biscuits N' Porn - cross section of huge biscuit

    Biscuits N' Porn

    4.3(323 reviews)
    0.5 mi
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    Service was delightful, we came yesterday around 11:45 am but they sold out all their biscuits…read morealready.one of the servers remembered us and she was so sweet saying hi! This was one of the best service we have ever gotten here in the Outerbanks. Most is lukewarm but over here folks are greeting you from the very first step you go in. The guy who is ringing everyone up was very nice as well. Now let's talk about the biscuits. Biscuits so famous they start coming in hot at 5:30 am. Biscuits so famous that there's always a guaranteed line! Biscuits so famous they have a rather fascinating name accompanying it. It was great especially for breakfast we came back at 7:00 am determined to get some of those biscuits goodness and we got it piping hot and delicious. Prices are affordable and great selection. I love places like this unassuming but delightful! So whenever you are in the Outerbanks. Give them a try! Friendly service and good affordable food!

    The hype is legit. These are great biscuits! We picked up to sandwiches, the fried chicken is fresh…read moreand the egg was made right in front of us. We also got a half dozen regular biscuits to go. They were the perfect mix of light and buttery and not too greasy. Next time we will try the blueberry and cheese biscuits and hash browns. Parking can be tricky, so be patient. The line will probably be long but they go fast! Fun souvenir alert. Tons of t shirt and hoodie options along with stickers, cozies, and lighters. Tip: There is indoor seating!

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    Great grew terror you in and out fast. Tip them for the bell to ring for thanks!

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    The Kill Devil Grill - Bruschetta with burrata

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    4.7(1.5k reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    Wow. I really slept on this place over the years. I have wanted to come here for quite awhile, but…read morenever have done so when visiting OBX. This year, I put that sleeping to an end. I woke up...and had a delicious time! The reviews here tell you how great this place is, and well...believe them! I thought for sure it would be over-hyped and not live up to what people write and say, but I will admit to being wrong. First, our server, Krickett, was agreed upon (by my partner and I) to be the best server we have ever had. She was friendly, outgoing, had good recommendations, and an all-around joy. Second, the food! Wow! My partner had a salad...simple enough, right? But no, she was amazed by it. And she is a vegetarian, so she has had a lot of salads over the years. This one blew her away. I had the grilled chicken sandwich. Was it life-changing? No. But it was way better than what a grilled chicken sandwich normally is. It was tender, juicy, with just the right seasoning. I would be a criminal if I didn't mention the bruschetta...get it with the burrata...it is worth it! The crispy bread with balsamic drizzle is good enough with the diced tomato mix, but the cheese gives it a new level. And, I hope you saved room for dessert, because the key lime pie was a mouth explosion.

    We were staying in Corolla and decided to venture out for a late lunch and I'm so glad we did. The…read moreKill Devil Grill was a highlight of our trip. The restaurant has two distinct dining areas: the front section is first-come first-served bar seating that offers the full menu. The back section, which would be ideal for families, holds about 30 tables, mostly booths, with the hostess stand. We chose to sit at the bar and had a great experience. We started with bruschetta topped with burrata cheese. I ordered the angel hair pasta in a white garlic butter, cream sauce with marinated chicken and grilled vegetables. My husband ordered the special hamburger with Swiss cheese bacon, spinach and mayo with a side of fries. We ended with slices of the key lime pie that didn't disappoint! The food, service, staff and environment were exceptional! We overheard the Server mention that veterans receive complementary meals on Veterans Day, which speaks volumes about how this restaurant supports those who have served. If you are in the Outer Banks- whether you're staying in Kill Devil Hills or nearby- this restaurant is worth the drive and all the hype!

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    The Kill Devil Grill - Big Kahuna Burger. My wife added the CFO (crispy fried onions to hers and it was great).

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    Noosa Beach Grill - Tuna Bites

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    4.3(306 reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    Noosa Grill was one of my son's favorite spots this summer while he was in the Outer Banks playing…read moresummer collegiate baseball, so I was excited to finally see what all the hype was about. After one visit, I completely understood why he kept coming back! The restaurant has the perfect laid-back beach atmosphere. The bright, colorful décor immediately puts you in vacation mode and creates a fun, welcoming environment. My son ordered the mussels and the salmon. The mussels were the standout of the meal--steamed perfectly and served in a rich, garlicky white wine broth that was so good you could easily soak it up with bread until the bowl was empty. The salmon was beautifully prepared, looked fantastic, and judging by the empty plate, he thoroughly enjoyed every bite. I played it a little safer and ordered the fish and chips, and I have zero regrets. The fish was perfectly fried with a crispy, golden coating while staying flaky and tender inside. It was seasoned well and full of flavor. And as someone who can never resist great fries, these definitely hit the mark--hot, crispy, and the perfect complement to the fish. Between the delicious food, relaxed beach vibes, and friendly atmosphere, Noosa Grill made for a very enjoyable dining experience. It's easy to see why it's become a favorite among both locals and seasonal visitors. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in the OBX!

    We drove by so many times and stopped in!…read more There wasn't a long wait but it was busy. They change the menu frequently so don't have your mind made up before arriving when it comes to ordering. It's decorated nice inside. Not a good place for groups and they do not allow separate checks. There were flies everywhere, dead and alive, smeared over walls and windows. My Philly cheesesteak was smothered in a loose liquid cheese that went everywhere. The fries were soggy. Our server was not pleasant. I'm going to pass on this one.

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    Noosa Beach Grill - Beach vibe interior

    Beach vibe interior

    Noosa Beach Grill - Side Noosa Salad absolutely delicious!

    Side Noosa Salad absolutely delicious!

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    Art’s Place - Burger with fries

    Art’s Place

    4.3(653 reviews)
    6.7 mi
    $$

    After 5 years, I'm 100% biased, but in my opinion this is a must eat in OBX. Great breakfast. Chill…read morevibes. Close to the beach. There is no other way to start your day. Pro Tip: Timing is key here. Come early or be prepared to wait.

    Stopped here for some much needed food after a 12 hour drive from Indiana with my wife and 2 girls…read more Came for the decent prices and great reviews. Atmosphere was great. Our service was great. But the food, sub par. Soft drinks were "odd" for lack of better word. So I returned it for a beer cause, why not. Sweet tea was so sweet that we had to dilute it with water. We can handle that. The food would have been great, had they used ANY SEASONING at all. Everything tasted as tho the kitchen lost all S&P privileges. I had the prime rib w/ au jus. Meat was tender and onions cooked nicely. But it definitely didn't match the description which was something like "on a hoagie bun topped with garlic and butter." It was not. Which would have really helped carry the no seasoning deal. Au jus, had great potential, just no flavor. I ended up eating the meat alone and left the bread. Wife got the Reuben. Which was overall ok. Much more flavor than mine. But only bc of the sauerkraut. Oldest daughter got the BYO burger, with cheese and pickle. The burger was clearly a frozen patty from the store. As clearly defined by the shape of the patty. She ate half and the other half sits in the fridge as I type, from 2 nights ago. (I usually eat all the leftovers) I leave this review in hopes that the management and kitchen staff will start to properly season their food. Arts has great potential. But not without seasoning!

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    Art’s Place - Scrambled eggs, sausage, hashbrowns and biscuit.

    Scrambled eggs, sausage, hashbrowns and biscuit.

    Art’s Place - Front door front porch view from arts place

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