Sketchy service from year to year. Great award winning rosemary martini. Food and service are not reliably good. Disappointing.

Service good, table by window cold draft, food beautiful presentation but no flavor - bland - scallops were not good - overall disappointing

Occasionally I have a dining experience so wonderful that I am sure that I will remember it fondly for years to come. This meal was one of them. Fish prepared to perfection paired with creatively delicious takes on traditional sides. Excellent service from every person with whom I interacted. Beautiful view. Wonderful! read more

The service was exceptional. They allowed us to come in over an hour early. Upon greeting us they took our coats and wished us a happy anniversary since I noted that when making our reservation. The server was so sweet and gave great recommendations. I had the roasted chicken and my husband had lamb but before that we had two appetizers... mushroom soup and fried green tomatoes ... WOW! Yum. Then we shared a goat cheese salad that was incredible as well. The entres were so good!!! All the plating was beautiful. Atmosphere sophisticated and warm. Even though we were full we had the berry bread pudding with home made homemade ice cream ... again, incredible. We can't wait to bring some friends to come back. Thank you for a beautiful way to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary. read more

On our final food adventure in the Outer Banks, Fat Man Reviews went to Ocean Boulevard Bistro and Martini Bar in Kitty Hawk, NC. Ocean Boulevard offers intimate dining while featuring surf, turf and local ingredients. The Fat Man tried the OB Sazerac, made with Wild Turkey Rye, bitters, simple syrup, served in an absinthe washed glass. The absinthe smell comes through immediately and the licorice taste is present throughout. The bourbon, syrup and bitters are all present with a sweet finish. For our starter we had the Roasted Wild Boar Meatloaf. This came with roasted potato and chili hash with a green tomato ketchup. The has been cooked well with a hint of heat, the meatloaf was juicy and seasoned correctly. The ketchup was amazing. It was sweet, thick and reminded us of apple butter in consistency. Everything together made for a wonderful bite. For my entrée I tried the Pecorino-Bread Crumb Encrusted Black Drum, this also came with goat cheese polenta and basil and EVOO ratatouille. The polenta was spectacular. It was creamy, seasoned well almost like a mashed potato with a pepper finish. The ratatouille was well-balanced, the vegetables were cooked spot on with a great tomato flavor and nice spice level. The black drum was flaky and had a great crust on it, but could have maybe used a touch of salt. My fiancé had the Chef's Fish Selection, Canadian Walleye. This came with shrimp, portabellos, stewed cannellini beans, artichoke hearts, red peppers, greens and tarragon ricotta. The walleye was flaky and cooked well with good flavor. The shrimp was perfectly cooked and flavorful. The ricotta was creamy and tasty, the peppers and greens were tender. The one miss was the beans were a little under cooked, plus the stewing liquid was watery and made the dish messy to eat. Ocean Boulevard offers a decent sized menu, and it changes per the season. They have a large wine list and a great martini and full bar. The servers are excellent and helpful. The Fat Man says that Ocean Boulevard Bistro and Martini Bar is Fat Man Approved with 2 chins. read more

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My wife and I dined here last night. We had a really good experience. Our server was Kendall. He was pleasant, professional, and very welcoming. He checked in often enough to ensure we got everything that we needed. He's a pro. The food was very good also. We ordered the tuna sashimi for our appetizer. It was fresh and tasty. There were many components on this one plate of food. In addition to the seared raw tuna there was a squid salad, soba noodles with a sesame dressing, a cucumber salad and a fried wonton wrapper. Tremendous value for this great appetizer. For entrees, my wife got the grilled fish chef's special, yellow fin tuna. She liked it. I liked mine more! I got the lightly breaded and sautéed flounder. The fish was fresh and moist. It sat on a bed of risotto and spinach/carrots/onions. This risotto and vege combo was outstanding. Dessert was two scoops of homemade ice cream. Caramel and espresso. Both very creamy and flavorful. A perfect end to a great meal. So why not 5 stars? Your going to roll your eyes on this reason. 1st you need to know this is a white table cloth higher end restaurant. The gentleman helping Kendall our server was dressed in a t-shirt, shorts and flip flops. He was absolutely inappropriately dressed for this type of dining experience. It bothered me each time he filled my water glass. I think the Gen. Manager of OB Bistro needs to set better guidelines to ensure diners have a first rate experience. I told you you would roll your eyes. Kidding aside. There are a lot of choices in the Kitty Hawk/Nagshead area for a really good dining experience. You should definitely move OB Bistro up on your priority list of dining spots...and have the ahi sashimi appetizer! read more

Wonderful place to hear that you are the one he wants to spend his life with. I said yes! Champagne. Strawberries. Kissing. The food was wonderful all the patrons added to the magic Absolutely delicious place to share an evening with those who love good food and love. read more

This is one of our favorite restaurants on the island, not to mention anywhere. We love to dine at the bar. It has a cool vibe and allows for a number of people to sit there. The cocktails are top notch and expertly made. My husband ordered a slightly dirty martini with blue cheese olives (the best olives he has had!) and I ordered the award winning Rosy Cheeks. Both were delicious, but could have been colder. We ordered the cheese board which had a selection of cheeses and crackers accompanying the board. We were also served a small baguette which was nice to pair with the cheeses. Our dinners were outstanding. I ordered the halibut with fresh pasta special and my husband ordered the pork chop special. I am still dreaming about my dish. Delicious!! We gave the coveted 5 * rating but if yelp would allow fractions we would rate it a 4.8. The drinks were not cold enough (no ducks on the pond) and the crackers were just ordinary Sociable type crackers. However we would recommend that you make sure to dine here when visiting the Outer Banks. read more

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A good restaurant if a little overpriced in my opinion. There's a lot of good going on here, but I left a little underwhelmed. The seafood we got, the Tuna Sashimi and the Scallops were too notch! Fresh! So fresh. The Pan Seared scallops is a really good dish, and I highly recommend it. No grit what so ever in the scallops, the flavor was awesome and the Gnocchi have a savory and well seasoned taste. The Spinach and herb reduction on the scallops complemented the dish really well and pulled it all together. The Pepper Seared Tuna Sashimi was good also, the noodles and mushrooms all went well together. Again, the tuna was super fresh. The Fried Green Tomatoes were good, but a tad over fried. The greed goddess dressing was good, but not the best partner of this dish that I've had. The Pan Roasted Duck Breast was cooked well with a nice salty crust on the skin that ties the dish together well. The downfall of this dish was the black beans. They kind of felt as though they're just thrown in there for some reason and didn't really belong. A solid dish that could be improved if the black beans are replaced with something different. The Mac 'n Cheese comes in a mini cast iron skillet, and is super hot and cheesy. My kids are real picky with their Mac 'n Cheese, and they both loved it. My wife ordered the Rosy cheeks Martini. It was ok, but tasted more like a lemon drop. I ordered a bourbon martini that was similar to an old fashioned, it was good. Service was good, fast and efficient. We sat outside on the patio which is a decent size. I wish you could see the water, but as is the case with most of the OBX, you can't. Parking was ample and behind the restaurant. A solid choice in the OBX, give it a try. read more

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Excellent food, service, and ambience. And they make a mean martini! Great place for a special occasion.

My wife and I were staying at a place a few blocks from the restaurant and the owner of the unit we rented spoke highly of the place so we decided to check it out. We were not disappointed. Drinks were excellent. Probably one of the best Old Fashioned I have had. We got the Fried Green Tomatoes as an app. Never had these before but they were very good and a good portion size to slit between two. My wife wasn't too hungry so just got crab bisque for dinner which was very good. I got Grilled Angus Beef Tenderloin. It was cooked perfectly and was very good. Both of us did get dessert and both were also very good. Definitely recommend as a stop if you are in the area read more

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Wonderful drinks and food. I love sitting at the bar. Bar staff are very friendly and customers interact making it a pleasant dining experience. Looking forward to trying a meal. So far only tried apps which are truly amazing. read more

Great food in a great atmosphere. Highly trained and professional waitstaff. This is a gem.

The food was a disappointment. My Granddaughter had the Duck which was bland, needed seasoning, I had what was supposed to be seared scallops but they were not done enough for me. Only one side seared. It's over rated and food wasn't worth the higher price, also need more room, tables are to close. The owner g oh t an attitude with me & made me feel lime she was trying to bully me I will say this, my martini was excellent! read more

Delicious dinner at Ocean Boulevard Bistro. I had the beef tenderloin with rosemary potatoes and fresh green beans topped with a mushroom wine reduction glaze. My mom had the pan seared scallops with risotto and veggies with a pretty orange sauce. We finished with sharing a their house made pastry of the night which was a coffee cake with home made hazelnut ice cream. Everything was delicious and cooked perfectly. The waitress was very accommodating to food requests and very friendly. It is recommended to have a reservation because they fill up quickly. Overall a great dinner so much so; that no one went home with leftovers because we enjoyed it so much. read more

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Being from Hawaii we didn't order any seafood. We started with Gibson Martinis. That's a Gin martini with onions, our favorite. Then had Green Fried Tomatoes! So yummy! I had the Tenderloin and my hubby had the NY strip steak. Cooked to perfection with fresh vegetables and rosemary potatoes. Absolutely perfect. Wonderful meal on the OBX! read more

Really enjoyed this place. Great service and the food was fantastic! Place inside is old school but liked that. My wife liked the bench seating but I would have preferred something a bit more comfortable. read more

Heather was very rude! We walked in to have martinis as we did two nights ago and she was so nasty! Martinis are good HEATHER not good! read more

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Best restaurant on the Outer Banks, in my opinion. We NEVER have a bad meal. Excellent service. We come to visit my parents 3 or 4 times a year and make a point to get to OB every time! read more

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Every time at ocean boulevard is a great time ! I have been a customer for almost 20yrs . The cocktails are amazing and the food is great . It's always nice seeing the same faces over the years . If the staff stays around they must be treated right and when they are treated right the food and service will always be on point . I had the best pork chop of my life last time I visited. The restaurant is always very clean. I swear no water spots or finger prints on any glass or silverware . Table cloths always looking brand new and no sand or dirt on the floor . The managers , waiters and cooks are the best ! On the weekend they have live music played outdoors on there side patio. You can you can listen to the music enjoy great food and if the waves are big enough you hear the waves crash right across the street . The only thing I would change is get rid of the old ladies (hostess) who are not welcoming and never have it together unless they recognize you as a "local" . When you go out to dinner and spend $200 a simple hello , hi how are you, good evening etc ........not the do you have a reservation? What's your last name ? It's just rude and shows you have no class def no southern hospitality . And when leaving they should say thank you , have a nice night etc . read more

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Our second visit, this time with friends, and all considered worthy of 5 stars. Simply outstanding start to finish, from the service, to the drinks, the appetizer's, entrees and desert. Fried green tomatoes and the crab bisque were awesome. Entrees included scallops, the NY Strip, and the Chef's Fish selection. As with last visit, the scallops were perfect. The NY Strip was done perfectly (and if not a mushroom fan can be done with without the Porcini Mushroom Demi-Glace). The Chef's Fish selection - wow does not do it justice. Every part of the dish, from the actual fish to the rice, ginger-dashi broth to the wasabi cream cheese & crisp wonton were perfect. The only complaint would be no spoon to get all the delicious left over broth. read more

This was our favorite dinner out while in the area. The food was excellent, the service was prompt and friendly and the beach-side ambiance was relaxing and peaceful. Despite the COVID19, and the newly opened up NC, they did a great job of making it feel like a normal dining experience. the staff wore masks and there were clear plexi-glass dividers between tables, but aside from that, it was dinner as usual. All the food was perfectly cooked and came with nice side pairings. The table bread was warm and simple, but tasty. Drinks were also varied and good, including a variety of mixed drinks and beers, bottled and draft. Private parking lot for about 10 vehicles. Located just across the street from the beach. We recommended this place to a few people we talked to. Better for couples, not the best place for kids. read more

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From start to finish our meal here was world class. The rosy cheek martini was served with a twist of lemon and sprig of rosemary. It was just as aromatic as it was delicious! Ed's tuna sashimi was divine! It came with a cold noodle salad and all the components were superb. My roasted veal meatballs came with tomato cream and homemade pasta to my surprise! My scallops were seasoned perfectly and presented with potato gnocchi that was the best ever. Ed's special, the salmon which was cooked perfectly served with a risotto that was life changing. We sat at the bar which was beautiful! The staff was professional and courteous and all wore masks due to COVID! This is a classy place! Thank you! If you're into culinary masterpieces don't miss this one!! read more

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Unlimited delicious bread, it's a win for sure. Sashimi tuna wasn't that good but maybe it's me? Shrimp on top of a piece of bread was okay, wouldn't get it again. Their fish special was swordfish and look, I've never had swordfish I'm not a fisherman I'm a tropical land creature. Sword fish just kind of tastes like white fish, it was good, wouldn't get it again, but let me tell you what to stay away from... this chocolate Gary Gautama ghetto brownie cake. Just wasn't good, was lukewarm then BAM burned your mouth with a molten core, to be honest tasted like a brownie but it was dangerous. More risk less reward, service was good, and they take reservations. They do that cheesy water thing where they need 3 big clear bottles to fill up water for your table instead of just using a water pitcher like normal people. read more

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Had not been here in several years. Went recently for a large family dinner and it was very nice. Solid friendly service and a diverse menu of local seafood options, steaks, specialties, deserts and a small plates menu that is great for tapas or children (ours had the fried rice). They also work with a pastry chef who can make something special if you call ahead, so that was a treat as well. For our large group it ended up costing $60/person, before tip. That was apps, drinks, entrees and desert. I think I'm the only one who didn't love my entree, the star meals were the scallops, the tuna, pork shank, NY strip and meatloaf. A lot of restaurants make good scallops, but these had a slightly different flavor that was nice. Pork shank was very flavorful. We also shared several dishes of a home made mozzarella anapasta-ish appetizer with great baked cheese, olives, grilled asparagus, gnocci (I think) and a nice sauce. I had the special Lamb Shank dish, and while the lamb was cooked fine, the mustard sauce coating had a very strong overpowering vinegar/Dijon flavor. Totally buried the taste of anything else including a red wine demiglace it was also served with. Will definitely be back again for a special dinner, though. Drinks were also great and it has a nice bar to sit at. While it is prettier to sit downstairs, they have a large round table upstairs with a big window overlooking the ocean. If you are coming with a large group, I'd recommend that. Also, if you want to take your drink outside, there is a small deck upstairs in addition to the downstairs patio. read more

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This is an absolutely wonderful place to celebrate an anniversary or just to grab small plates and a martini at the bar. We have always had excellent service abd the food is excellent and beautifully presented. Their suggested reservation option has always been a plus for us to go there for specific occasions or just light tapas dinner at the bar. We have always had a consistently wonderful experience and I highly recommend giving them a try. The fact that they are on OpenTable is an extra plus for me. Living on the Outerbanks does not give us a whole lot of options for places that take reservations, this is one of the very few places. read more

My husband and I went for our anniversary dinner. The hostess was friendly and helpful with parking information. Their main lot was full, but apparently they own the neighboring lot too. We were sat right away. Our server was wonderful, attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. We had some starters (very small serving size which was actually great so we didn't get full before our meal) fried green tomatoes, NC shrimp bruschetta and the chowder were all delicious!! My husband got the Manhattan and I got the rosy cheeks martini (both good so we had a second one!) My husband got the grilled yellow fin tuna dish that had an Asian flare and I got the rockfish dish with sautéed vegetable with some kind of cream corn sauce. We loved every last bite! My only complaint is the noise level and the close quarters of tables. Not very private for a romantic dinner. However maybe if you request seating upstairs.... I heard you have an ocean view and it's a little more quaint. All in all it was a great experience and we would definitely go again!!! read more

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Excellent service by Daniel: food is very good and the ambiance is tremendous. Be prepared to wait or not be seated if you don't have a reservation. read more

Went for a birthday trip for one of our group. Sat outside just across from the Ocean dunes and had a great meal. This place is definitely aiming for the higher end, and the food / prices / average age of clientele reflect that. Most entrees were $30+. We had Scallops, Duck, Salmon and Halibut amongst other things. presentation was great and dishes were tasty. Their menu includes a page for Martinis - We tried a couple. The day we went they had some live music outside, although outdoor seating is limited. Inside was a slightly more formal atmosphere and some older diners. Worth a trip for a higher end meal. read more

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We came here for Father's Day and it was well worth it! We chose this place because we had a certificate from Restaurant.com -- grab one before you go, it's a $25 voucher toward your meal. We made reservations through Open Table. The restaurant called on three separate occasions to confirm our reservation and to make sure they were set up to accommodate us. When we arrived, I was struck by the decor -- inside the open style kitchen area is posh and upscale, but the seats are almost picnic style benches. It was a little disjointing. We did have a lovely view of the dunes, which came with some interesting people watching as folks randomly stopped outside the restaurant windows to trade smokes, surfboards, and who knows what else. Anyway, our server greeted us quickly and made some wine and martini suggestions for us. I had the rose and my partner had a martini - both were delicious, and we ended up ordering a bottle of the rose to go with the rest of the meal. As a starter, we had the fig and goat cheese ravioli. Wow. This was tasty - lovely balance of the fig and the spinach topping. Sometimes fig can get too sweet if it's not used sparingly, but this was delicious. The only downside is that the order only came with three pieces, so we were fighting over the last one. A quick note on the dinner menu - it's small, so there aren't a whole lot of choices for each course. You may want to check it out online beforehand just in case you have someone in your party who has trouble finding things on limited menus. They also have a "meat and potatoes" style approach that is a little cheaper -- basically you can get any of the meats cooked plain to whatever temperature you'd like with potatoes and veggies. My guess is that this is more of a hit with non-foodie people who are just looking for a plain old steak sort of thing. Since we are certainly NOT the plain old food sort of people, we ordered the fancy dishes designed by the chef. For dinner, I had the duck with cherry confit and orange sauce. My partner had the seasoned NY Strip. The duck was one of the best constructed duck dishes I've ever ordered at a restaurant. Duck was cooked perfectly and all the flavors went seamlessly together. I was not a fan of the gorgonzola arancini that came with it (basically a fried cheese ball), but gorgonzola is always hit or miss for me. I gave it to partner who ate it with his steak happily. I got a bite of his steak too - tender and juicy, well-seasoned - just like it should be. But I was more than happy that I went with the duck since steak I can do pretty easily at home with the right cut of meat, but duck is a PAIN to fix for yourself at home. We did not do dessert, but enjoyed the tail end of our wine. It was nice to see that other parents came in with their kids and the place was quite accommodating to them -- we knew our four year old wouldn't eat anything we ordered on the menu, so we brought a peanut butter sandwich for him which they didn't seem to mind. They were also happy to bring extra bread when he asked for it. Overall, it was a very pleasant dining experience and we'd most likely try this place again the next time we're in town. read more

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I really wanted to have a good experience here but ultimately will not be returning. It's mostly due to the food poisoning. The tuna sashimi was grey. It was a long night for me in the bathroom. My wife's steak was first overcooked, then undercooked. They did gift us a chocolate lava cake because it was our anniversary, but unfortunately I didn't eat much because I started feeling queasy. read more

Came for dinner with a group of four last Saturday evening. The fact that we were able to make a reservation was a big plus for us! Started off the evening with martinis, 3/4 were great! My husband and I split the bistro salad to start and we loved it - the pimiento made it different from anything we'd had before! I tried the scallops (loved them!) and he had the duck (meh). We completed the meal the their pastry of the day, which was key lime pie. If this is an option you MUST get it. The crust was very thick - it was almost more like a lemon bar than a pie, and I've been thinking about this pie for a week read more

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Food was very good, service was also very good and helpful. We had one Vegan with us and she really liked her meal. Definitely a thumbs up.

Service is always above the top, and the food is delicious! I got the chicken livers and they were FANTASTIC. The tuna tartare was the best I have ever tasted! read more

Hands down one of the best meals ever. If ever in the OBX and within a 30min distance of this restaurant book a reservation. You won't regret it! read more

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This is definitely a 5 star Yelp restaurant, not sure why people would rate anything less than that. Made a reservation a few days in advance; from the time we walked inside the customer service was excellent. Todd was our waiter and he led us in the right direction from drinks, to main course to desserts. Best martinis you are going to find in the area, the chef's selection that day was yellowfin tuna & shrimp which was well presented, fresh/delicious flavor and a good serving. Couldn't leave without trying their cheesecake, and the brownies & ice cream. Place was clean, organized and no wait time if you make a reservation in advance. Highly recommend eating here! read more

Had an amazing meal here with my fiance. We both absolutley love this restaurant. Both food and drinks are exceptional and we can't wait to dine here again when we visit next time. read more

No matter where in the Outer Banks you are, you must dine here. Everything is superb. The chefs are obviously very talented, for they can blow the minds of any foodie. Except I must suggest that chicken livers are kept luscious and cooked perfectly- not deep fried in coating. But still, everything else is perfect. The service, the wines, the ambiance. Truly unique and original creations will satisfy anyone. Extremely few places impress like this place does. Tuna and tilefish specials, salads and THE BEST mint ice cream ever created are what I had. I went back twice in one week, and if I lived there, I'd continue that frequency forever more. read more

Such a wonderful dining experience. Delicious cocktails! Such good food... each plate was perfect! And lovely service! We would eat here every night!!! Would come back to Kitty Hawk just to eat here! Thank you! read more

Worst customer service . Ordered food from vegetarian menu and soup they provided me came with duck ( meat ) . I informed them about mistake they made . They refused to refund cost for soup . Told me they adjusted and charged me for vegetarian soup although soup I got was totally waste . read more

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