This is our go to place for Breakfast the grand boys love the French Toast and eat an adult portion every time. We love their Eggs plus breakfast the hash browns are my favorite and of course the grits are my hubby's. Great bacon! The omelets are very good also! read more

Excellent breakfast. Large Fluffy biscuits and flavorful gravy. Grits were perfect. Hubby's omelet was delicious and coffee was hot and fresh. Definitely will return when in the area. read more

If you're into cheap eats, big portions, comfort food, low prices...this is your spot. I made the mistake of ordering an omelet and an order of french toast. It was a good mistake, but still a mistake. The mass amounts of food that came out was not good for my caloric intake. Well, great if I meant to have the highest caloric intake possible. And the biscuit that came out was ludicrous. The biscuit was bigger than the size of my palm (I can palm a basketball, so I have largish hands). All in all, great. If I'm in the area, I'll be back. read more

Wanted to love it! But, it was just okay. Waitress was not warm or friendly (rbf maybe?) Food was sub par, syrup was cheap colored corn syrup, you can't serve pancakes/waffles& French toast with cheap syrup. read more

It seems like a nice, friendly place. I ordered the wrong meal. The seafood omelette looked good, but it wasn't. I saw the cook microwave some small shrimp and what appeared to be canned crab meat, then dumped them in the eggs. It was priced at $14.99. Totally not worth it. If they used a bigger grade of shrimp and grilled them, they'd have something. I'll try the diner again, but I definitely will not order the seafood omelette. read more

Southern breakfast that feels like home. Energetic ambiance, good for groups or kids. The service is slow and it's hard to get a refil. Food very flavorful and good portions. read more

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Decent place. i would go again and give it a go. PROS: Prices pretty reasonable Potions decent Biscuits were good! Service very friendly Son loved the pancakes CONS: Brother in Law got Steak and Eggs and steak was a bit off (note...server without question took it off the bill) Wife thought food was cold where mine was piping hot Sausage Gravy was just "OK".... I have to say.....I based it on reviews here raving about the place...an if you go, I don't think you will be disappointed....it's just....I didn't have the socks knocked off my feet. Like I said, I'd go again for the good service and decent food. Certainly deserves another go. Place is quick to serve too......wait time for food was NOT long. read more

I wish I could leave a review that was less than 1. My husband and I went there for breakfast last July. We should have known better since there were no lines mid season. My husband's scrambled eggs were bland and tasteless, but edible. My omlette had a quarter inch of char on the bottom from a dirty surface. I spit the one bite I took (I know, not my brightest moment, but I was hungry) out since it tasted like burned cooking oil. To their credit, the server took my uneaten meal off the bill. Never again... read more

I am actually sitting in the restaurant with my family as I write this review. My family and I are on vacation and we decided to eat breakfast at Grits Grill. The food was decent. No complaints. My complaints revolve around the piss poor service we received. I do not recommend. read more

We come to "grits" often. The automatic waitlist is the BEST. I wish more restaurants would use this. It makes it great for locals. Thanks!

Not impressed. $30 for a breakfast for 2... cheap fake orange juice for $3 a glass. Food was ok but won't go back due to being overly priced and nothing that great about it that justified it. And service was good at the beginning but we had to get her attention once we got food and needed anything Be aware: kitchen is open and they don't wear gloves while touching ready to eat food! I can only imagine what's don't behind a closed door there if they're willing to so that in sight of all guests. read more

Cute little breakfast diner. Obviously, the grits a very good! My hubby grew up around the OBX and it's been a favorite among the locals for a long time! This past weekend we went and weren't disappointed in anything. You can run into a longer way during peak hours on the weekends. Biscuits and gravy were very tasty too! read more

Excellent breakfast. Service is good, as is the coffee, but the fake juice is gross. Define to a great stop when you're in OBX. read more

Grits Grill - Croissant sandwich with bacon and Swiss...hash browns. - American Near Me - Nags Head, North Carolina

Super friendly staff! Everything was made right in front of us and everything was really good! It was a little pricey for breakfast though. A Belgian waffle platter, ham platter and 2 soft drinks came to $31.00. read more

Have been dozens of times over the years and the GG delivers a consistent experience that I love. This is a big breakfast place with a diner vibe, not a brunch place, although plenty of lunch items. For country ham aficionados, do not miss the country ham platter. Superb. There's something here for every breakfast craving with friendly, smiling service always. read more

Service was friendly and breakfast delivered quick. Cute restaurant with great atmosphere. Everyone enjoyed their meal. Pancakes were soooo delicious!!! read more

So yummy! Great service, too. Biscuits and gravy: awesome. The homemade biscuits were perfect. Husband said some of the best he's had Grits: perfect balance of butter and salt. Didn't have to add either French toast: loved it! Bacon: cooked just right Highly recommend it when you visit OBX. The entry and putting your name down was s bit of a cluster. The hostesses maybe were overwhelmed? Not the friendliest girls but it was busy so probably just lots going on. read more

Great service. Good breakfast/brunch options. Old school interior. Very welcoming and friendly staff. read more

Grits Grill - American Near Me - Nags Head, North Carolina

Great breakfast! Had the seafood omelette which was good but some of the shrimp weren't deveined. Hash browns and biscuit were fabulous and the service was exceptional. Loved the diner atmosphere! read more

Grits Grill - Seafood omelette - American Near Me - Nags Head, North Carolina

Always my go-to for breakfast when visitors come to town (and on my own). They live up to their name, GRITS. NO other place on this sandbar has better grits. I love how when you get a breakfast sandwich that the cheese is cooked IN with the eggs, not just a slice put on top. Keep up the great work! read more

Just ok food, hash browns undercooked and inedible with an off taste . Great service and the biscuits & gravy were tasty.

My wife and I went there the last day of our vacation. We needed a place where we can get some tasty food without worrying about spending everything we have left. This place was perfect for that. Everything is under $10 and delicious. I highly recommend the shrimp and grits. read more

Grits Grill - Menu - American Near Me - Nags Head, North Carolina

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I agree with Matthew R on this place. I'm not sure how a simple diner can be this inconsistent, but our experience was pretty awful. We were greeted by someone who was either extremely hungover or had some sort of mind numbing ailment. Though friendly, she was definitely unsettling, I was worried she was going to fall over. She even praised herself for not spilling anything whilst arriving at our table. We ordered creamy chipped beef (more like a nice naval platter of SOS) which appeared to be from a can. The hash browns were both burnt on the outside with way too much butter/oil and mushy on the inside. The "fresh" fruit plate was nothing of the sort. The fruit looked and tasted like it was sliced and prepared at least half a day prior. The pineapple wasn't even ripe. That's just plain lazy! It's fruit, just slice it right before you put it on the plate, it would be much better, and I wouldn't feel bad spending $6 for a couple pieces of fruit. We also tried the shrimp and grits... Big mistake. The shrimp were slimy mushy 20 count FROZEN shrimp with nice smelly veins running down their backs. You are in the middle of the ocean people! Seafood should be FRESH. I'll pay more for it if it is too. I never thought I'd say this, but there was too much bacon on it as well. I could not stomach this dish and was forced to return it. The waitress didn't even apologize for it being bad or bother ask what was wrong. Maybe she's used to food getting sent back. I then ordered a rueben which was not bad (hence 2 stars). Oh I almost forgot, but they served coffee, and didn't even ask if we wanted cream, and didn't bring any with it either. I know what you're thinking, "maybe the restaurant was slammed and the wait staff was over sat and the kitchen had orders backed up." Not the case, it was dead, there were at least 5 waitresses and only 6 tables occupied. So, if you want to roll the dice, give this place a shot! Just don't expect much, and you might get more than you hope for. read more

Went here for breakfast on a Wednesday. The service was great, staff very friendly and food was delicious. The daily specials were also a nice touch and I got the farmers omelette and even added a few toppings. Girlfriend got the waffle special and said it was very good. read more

Grits Grill - Farmers omelette plus jalapeños - American Near Me - Nags Head, North Carolina

Grits and grill - we make this a regular stop when in the outer banks. Their breakfast is a great way to start a wonderful day. The wait is usually short and well worth it. We have never been disappointed with the food or service. read more

Poor front end management of tables, waiting list and patrons. Went in this morning by myself and was told 15 minute wait. There were empty and clean tables galore. Took my name, told to stand outside with 2 couples also waiting. After 10 minutes another group of 3 walked in after parking their car and got seated immediately and still stood there another 5. Myself and both of the couples left. Lost my business. read more

This place was great! Our food was delicious with large portions, and our waitress was kind and attentive. It was the best restaurant we visited during our trip read more

A solid breakfast diner. Huge portions and speedy service. I got the hot cakes with crispy bacon. Very rarely does it actually come out crispy. They got it perfect. The hotcakes were huge. The shrimp & grits breakfast looked really good. The server was very attentive. The coffee was a little too strong, but not too bad. The place was busy but the linear diner layout makes it seem comfortably busy instead of overcrowded. Lots of parking. Convenient location. In the mall area on the side of the Fresh Market plaza and across the street from the Mexican restaurant. read more

We stopped in on our first day at the beach. They had a pretty good breakfast. I ordered a breakfast burrito with sausage egg and cheese, it was very large and pretty good! read more

Super breakfast!! We had egg plates and the chocolate chip pancakes. The grits were perfectly cooked and flavored. Everything was fantastic from beginning to end! read more

I give a 4 but maybe 3.5. It's good, but it's a diner. The service was great a 5 for sure. If you get there when there is a wait you have wait out in the heat as there is no room inside to wait. I got the clam chowder and it was different but good. It had a broth base instead of a thick milk base. But it was homemade and good. The breakfast items looked good and I would like to go back and try the shrimp and grits. Nice little diner and the biscuits looked really good. Prices are good for the beach. read more

First visit for breakfast in a year or so and things have changed. The grits have changed and not for the better.....they are less tasty and not as creamy. The hot cakes are still good but the eggs are cooked in grease with a taste that comes through and is not pleasant. The bacon was crispy but not as flavorful as in times past. The coffee is still okay and the service is good. read more

We were visiting Kitty Hawk for the weekend and had brunch here! Ordered veggie omelette with some coffee and my bf built his own. The host was polite and the service was pretty good (quick). You usually pay at the counter. I'll recommend this place for brunches! read more

Pretty normal looking diner, but dirty none the less. Came here for breakfast, ordered a "chicken salad" which actually was some sandwich. When I asked what it was, the waiter smiled funny and said "oh yeah, thats the chicken salad." Also ordered a hot dog with sauerkraut, which was not the best, didn't even want to eat it. We had to simply leave, we were very dissatisfied, at least they didn't charge us for drinks, its the hospitality for why I give this place 2 stars instead of 1. read more

A nice breakfast and lunch place, they made eggs and hashbrowns for me, a chicken salad sandwich for my husband, served quickly. We have been here before, and it was worth repeating. I just love the witty signs on the wall! read more

Grits Grill - One of many great signs on the wall! - American Near Me - Nags Head, North Carolina

Good food. Fast and friendly service. Exceptionally clean. Very important for a germ-freak like me! Had chicken tenders, bbq chicken and crab cake sandwich. read more

Best breakfast on the beach! Excellent service served Southern Style. Well proportioned meals served quickly with a smile. Sit at the counter and watch as they prepare your food. It's a treat indeed ! This place is run like a well oiled machine. Biscuits as BIG as a cat's head. I've become a regular!!! They also give Veterans a discount with proof of service. Thank you read more

Great food at a reasonable price--make sure you try the shrimp and grits, their take on it is delicious! There is plenty of parking in the plaza and service was spot on. read more

Only went here once and it was awful. Bad service and and bad food. We seemed basically invisible to our waiter and the food made us both sick. There are lots of good breakfast places on obx. This is not one of them. read more

My meal was two eggs scrambled. I requested the eggs be cooked completely. They were done perfectly. I ordered a side of bacon and it was cooked perfectly also. It was crisp but not over cooked. I also had a biscuit about the size of half of a softball and it was homemade and tasted delicious. My last item was hash brown potatoes which were excellent. They were crispy but not burned and were tasty. I had iced tea with no sweetener and it was delicious. My guest's waffle was cooked done and crispy. He had bacon added and said it was crispy, not overcooked and had a great taste. He had coffee and said it was very good. read more