Great selection of cold and hot sandwiches and enough variety to satisfy just about anybody. This place is a lunch counter by day and a bar at night. We dined here for lunch and there was a line almost out the front door at 12:45pm. You place your order and pay at the counter then get your beverage and then find a seat and someone will bring out your order. The order number is on the receipt so hang onto it at least until your order arrives. In spite of how busy the restaurant was, we managed to find an open table inside. There are also some tables outside in back. It was a bit chilly when we were there so we stayed in. One of the daily specials was the club which I ordered on rye with potato salad. My wife got the chicken Caesar wrap with macaroni salad. Both were very good and a good value. read more

We stopped by on our last night in Manteo looking for something casual that wouldn't break the vacation budget. The restaurant has a fun, laid-back atmosphere, and they were getting ready for live music while we were there. We were dining with our young daughter, and once the band had finished setting up, we got the impression they were gently encouraging us to wrap things up. No one was rude about it, but it definitely felt like they preferred not to have a family with a little one there once the music got underway. My husband ordered a burger that he polished off and described simply as, "Good." Coming from him, that's actually a solid endorsement. I ordered the Cuban Reuben. The flavors were good, but I was surprised to find it served on what appeared to be a flour tortilla rather than the flatbread described on the menu. It ended up eating more like a wrap than a sandwich. I still enjoyed it, but it wasn't what I was expecting. I had ordered fries with my meal but received chips instead. I never checked the receipt to see whether I was charged for the upgrade, but it ended up working out just fine. My husband was convinced they were just really good Lay's chips. I disagreed. We still haven't settled that debate, but we both agreed they were fresh, crunchy, and delicious. My daughter ordered the grilled cheese, and after spending the week on an unofficial Outer Banks grilled cheese tour (because toddlers have priorities), this one landed somewhere around a 5/10. Overall, it was a pleasant meal with a great atmosphere, and I can absolutely see it being a fun place to grab a drink and listen to live music. It just wasn't one of the standout meals from our trip. read more

BLUF: Quality sandwiches, full service bar and excellent service. Poor Richard's Sandwich Shop is a classic Manteo business that has been there as long as I can remember. Poor Richard's is located on the water and offers scenic views of the Elizabeth II and people milling around Manteo. The sandwiches are always tasty as are their sides. Poor Richard's offer a full menu of both cold and hot sandwiches including some southern favorites like Pimento cheese and coastal classics like a crab cake sandwich. Not to be overlooked are their sides like their pasta salad and cucumber salad. Poor Richard's is open for lunch and then closes to reset before reopening for dinner. Whether dining on the back patio or in the front bar or getting it to go, their hearty sandwiches are fulfilling and quality. read more

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Great sandwich!! I had the crab cake sandwich and it was soo good! Only reason for the 4 stars is that the customer service was lacking when we were ordering and the food took a very long time to come out. read more

We came to Poor Richard's twice on vacation because it was so good. The first time we had a Cuban with pasta salad and a hot Italian sub with fries. They were all amazing, especially the hot Italian. The second time we got an angry burger and a cold Italian sub. We agreed that the hot Italian was better than the cold Italian, but it was still really tasty. The angry burger was awesome! I loved the flavor combination and it was a great size for the price. Their French fries are also super good! The staff is very friendly. Wait times can sometimes be long when they're busy but it's worth it! read more

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Food is meh, little value for the money and don't try to customize. Exactly what you expect of a resort deli. It's adequate but that's at its best, the cucumber salad was very good. read more

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Excellent service, food served hot and fast. Great pub atmosphere, even an area to sit outside. Daily specials, good beer selection. Close quarters, get to know your neighbors!! read more

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The food was delicious. Service was great, you order at the counter and they bring to order to you. It was very busy at lunchtime, small but looks like it has additional space for the dinner/evening crowd. Has outdoor seating that we could bring our dog. Waterfront from back deck. read more

Poor Richard's Sandwich Shop - Water front view from back patio dinning area - Sandwiches Near Me - Manteo, North Carolina

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Kind, friendly, Cool murals and out side seating. The food was fast. Good. What more can you ask for. Don't walk run. Yum Yummy read more

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Still so good! We visited three times during our trip. Over the three visits we got the Greek wrap, the Rockfish wrap, the Tuna Melt on Rye, the Beef Philly, the Sailor Sandwich, the Shrimp Burger (daily special), the Italian Sub, the Pulled Pork sandwich, and the Crab Cake sandwich, and a Hot Dog with mustard. For sides we had fries, chips, artichoke pasta salad, potato salad, and the cucumber salad. We also had the cookies. Everything we've had has been delicious!!! I cannot emphasize enough how good and fresh all of the food is, and they do not skimp. It is my favorite restaurant on the Outer Banks, and has become a tradition for my family! I still highly recommend. read more

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Cute place with good sandwiches. Potato salad did not have a lot of flavor. Line moves quickly, took longer to get the food.

The Cali Wrap is my favorite, honestly been a staple in my "going out to eat" ventures lol. Highly recommend and what's better than supporting locally owned businesses?! Love this place. Also best fries & ranch! read more

I went a few months ago and am still thinking about the angry burger I got there. It was a slow night in the restaurant, so they may have been understaffed, but the service was very slow. The bartender was doing double duty as the only server, so it took a while for us to get our food. However, when it did come, it was so worth it. I have also heard their wraps are delicious and plan to order one of those the next time I am in town. Classic pub vibe, with a good cocktail and craft beer selection. read more

I couldn't turn down their Cuban Reuben! I'm not sure if it was for me, but it was a good take on a classic. I'll need to come back to try some of their other options like the Grilled Cheese and cold-cut classics. The entrance is cool, up the hallway and into their place! Service is good all around with a neat ambience. Stop by! read more

We had a good experience at Poor Richard's on our first visit. We had a nice gift card to burn so ordered our meals and some additional sandwiches for carryout to have for dinner. The soup of the day was New England Clam Chowder. It was served piping hot and was very good. So many places over-thicken chowder with flour and make it pasty. This was not that way; it was creamy and delicious. I had planned to get their daily special sandwich of Grilled Pastrami with Cheese. I talked myself out of that when I saw they serve Boar's Head meats. (more on that later) We both ordered The Angry Burger from the specialty sandwich menu, and these were also very good. They were half pound and were served with a generous dollop of homemade pimento cheese, bacon and pickled chiles Jalapeños. The beef had a good flavor, maybe needing a pinch of salt, but all-in-all this was excellent. We each took half home, since we are past the stage of eating half-pounders. We both had potato salad for our side. We were glad we had the good chowder because the potato salad is not something I would order again. The potato chunks were way too large, the potato was mealy, and the dressing was bland and tasteless. All it takes to improve this is to cut the potatoes smaller and dress them with vinegar while still warm, then add your mayo dressing. Thankfully it was not loaded with onion. For our carryout we ordered from the cold menu; one ham and one turkey breast. These seemed overpriced for what they were. There was less than 4 oz of meat on each. $12 for a lunchmeat sandwich is a bit much. I am not a fan of Boar's Head. It is ubiquitous and not particularly good. For items like the ham and turkey it is okay, but I know from experience that the pastrami and corned beef are not delicatessen grade. They have tried to be all things, have driven the smaller producers of good grade meats out of the market, and are producing mass quantities of mediocre products. I can show you a gas station that features their meats. So, I was disappointed to find them at Poor Richard's. I heartily recommend Poor Richard's but advise sticking with the specialty menu to avoid the Boar's Head stuff. If you like Boar's Head products, just go to any market that sells them and make a much less expensive sandwich at home. read more

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We arrived at 12pm and the line was out the door. It took roughly 15-20 minutes to get to the front and right as we did we saw a sign that said they ran out of fries and onion rings. Not ideal at all since we were with a 4 year old. After we placed our order we noticed several of the sodas from the soda fountain were also all out. I'm not sure if we arrived after the lunch rush or if they just didn't anticipate so many people on a rainy day. I ended up ordering the pastrami and cheese sandwich which was a 5/5 but the side of chips were just alright. My wife ordered the tuna salad sandwich and really enjoyed it too. Her side of potato salad was much more enjoyable. Since the restaurant was so crowded we ended up eating outside under the covered patio. The tables and chairs were soaked so it took us a full roll of paper towels to get everything dry. It's interesting that they keep these seats open all year round but no patio heaters are present. All in all the food is here is great but the logistics leave much to be desired. read more

Poor Richard's Sandwich Shop - Pastrami & Cheese Sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Manteo, North Carolina

Delicious sandwiches and very cool environment. We ate on the deck where the wind was blowing across the boats in the marina. I adored our sandwiches. Wife and I split the Cuban and a pastrami sandwiches. I can't say which I liked more. So good. The pickle on the side was snappy and salty. Son had a BLT which he scarfed down. During our entire stay on OBX, this was our favorite. It is just across the bridge from festival island, so it was ideal for visiting for lunch before or after a trip there. read more

The line was super long but moves super fast. The food was phenomenal and the portions were huge!

Food: Busy deli that brings out your food - pretty good turnaround on orders; food tasted fresh Service: self-service Ambiance: clean read more

Busy Friday in March! Streets are vacant! We shared a warm Italian sun with fries ! Very good but greasy! Very local feel! read more

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This was a great sandwich shop! My family was out Christmas shopping when we found Poor Richards. We were looking at the board out front when a passerby stopped and told us to definitely eat there. We were sold. There's a menu board right inside where you wait in line (if there is one, there was for us) and choose what you'd like. You order and pay at the register, and then seat yourself. They call your number on your ticket when your food is ready. I got the crab cake sandwich which was a 10/10. Really great. The crab was lump and it wasn't all filling, which happens sometimes with crab cakes. I finished most of my sandwich, but it was a pretty big portion. I also had the cucumber salad which was really good. I could've eaten more if I had room! Everyone else liked their order, too. No complaints at my table. We'd definitely return when we're in the area! read more

Poor Richard's Sandwich Shop - Lump Meat Crab Cake Sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Manteo, North Carolina

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Stopped in here to check out "Poor Rudolfs" for the holiday season. This place is extremely small. They had live music going on, but it was honestly too much for such a small place. I think someone with a guitar would be fine, but they had a whole drum set up. The food was okay. I got the Cali wrap, but it was all meat. It needed lettuce or something. The sausage balls weren't good. The service was fine. Overall, I'd say 3.5 stars? Not my favorite. read more

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Little, quaint downtown Manteo is soooooo charming - but not a lot of low cost dining options available (non full service places) so you're pretty well captive to what seemed to us like slim pickin's. Poor Richard's was centrally located on the strip, an order at the counter joint which was perfect for us to just grab a sandwich and rest our feet. I know this place has been around for yearrrrrrrrs so there is something to be said for "tried and true." There was another deli whose shingle sign we saw down another side street but when we asked a merchant which one they would recommend, she said Poor Richard's. Bottom line, Poor Richard's was "just okay." Nothing wrong or offensive with it, just really nothing amazing or spectacular. Just. Okay. lol. Thumbs Ups: * Decent prices for what you get...I guess... $30 for 2 people - 2 sandwiches and 1 fountain drink - you be the judge. I guess anymore these days, that's considered a good deal... * Decent menu with something for everyone - hot / grilled and cold sandwiches, classics, specialty sandwiches, burgers, fries (ask for them crispy!), soup du jour, chili, small selection of salads. Definitely something for everyone. * Order at the counter, sit down and they'll bring your order to your table. So you save on having to tip! * Friendly service - it's obvious the workers have been there for a while - they're experienced and speedy. They have a decent number of workers back in the sandwich making area so orders come out without an inordinate wait. * Food is for sure fresh and made to order - they seem to do a brisk business which does speak to their popularity but also it probably means their ingredients turn often - the sandwiches we had were fresh tasting, chips were crisp and portion sizes were decent. Thumbs Downs: * Super tiny seating area inside - they do pack in a few tables and booth seating on both sides - but this is NOT a good option for dine in for larger parties (like over 4 or 5 people) - tip: if the weather is nice, get your order to go and walk across the street to the public pavilion area or head over the bridge to Festival Park (walkable). There are also tables on Poor Richard's also-small back deck overlooking the water but it can get windy and chilly out there. * Not handicap or mobility-challenged friendly at all. * No kids menu * Ordered the chicken salad as a wrap. Disappointed. If you're a chix salad fanatic like I am, would not recommend theirs. VERY BLAND. * When it gets busy, you'll end up bussing your own dirty table - wish they would be more attentive to quickly clear vacated tables so customers don't have to. Not a show stopper but slightly annoying. I mean, 3 STARS for a just-average dining experience including the food we ordered. When I come back to visit Manteo next, I would opt to try some place different. Like I said, Poor Richard's is not a bad place, just ho-hum and really nothing to write home about. read more

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Waiting on carryout! Long line at first but went fast. Lots sammy choices. Coming back for philly. Trying the HOT italian today. The HOT Italian sub was amazing, not too huge of a sub bun and the meat and veggie portions were amazingly plentiful. I might suggest, if you order carryout ask for the sauces on the side. We also had the artichoke pasta salad and it was 5 star. Definitely going back tomorrow for the Philly beef. read more

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Food was okay. Prices seem a bit high, especially for a grilled cheese sandwich. Burgers were good

This place is a hidden gem. The staff is fantastic, the sandwiches or wraps are amazing. Great portions and great food. Sit out back on the water and enjoy the view. read more

First things first- yes my wife got a Ruben. The location is great- eat outside. The Rueben review. Just enough meat, good flavor, bread was good- overall a repeat buy. I had a grilled cheese. Ok ok , we were eating lite for lunch. The sandwiches were very tasty. Good sized portions, perfect for lunch. A family next to us had some burgers. Granted I didn't it it, but they looked good. Side note- first time ion Roanoke. I like this area. More laid back than The busier parts of Nags Head. AND a 10 min drive.. . read more

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I love the food it's soo good I highly recommend coming here. I coming back here. The cheese s Steak is so good read more

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This place was packed but service was friendly & accommodating. We were able to order & then sit in the bar for the 30 minutes it took for our food to arrive. All sandwiches were very good. My pastrami & cheese we simple but great. The Cuban was also yummy! Fries were a bit strange and we left them mostly uneaten. read more

Had the club sandwich and hotdogs. They were both very good and came out quick despite being busy.

The food is good, big sandwiches. It's a fun atmosphere with live music and people are friendly.

Food is excellent, eat outside. It's my favorite sandwich shop in Manteo. A part of our history, there are lines drawn inside for how high it flooded in each hurricane read more

I loved my sandwich, and the place was pretty fast. They did mess up an order in my party, but eventually fixed it. The pulled chicken special was tasty. Not too saucy, not too dry. The fries were some of the better fries I've had while vacationing down here this week. The pickle slice was mmmm. I guess it was a slice of a Boar's Head, since they serve whole ones there, but it did seem a little different, so I'm not sure. There was a giant shark wearing a mask above me, which was pretty funny. Overall, a pretty good experience, and I'd suggest you go if you're into sandwiches...the wait wasn't long unlike a lot of other nearby places. And it has a nice little outdoor dining area, even if I didn't sit there. read more

Poor Richard's Sandwich Shop - Pulled chicken sandwich special - Sandwiches Near Me - Manteo, North Carolina

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If you are looking for a quick, reasonably priced, and family friendly restaurant this is a great option. You order at the counter and they bring your food out to you. Their menu is full of delicious sandwiches. My son enjoyed his hotdog and my husband also liked his wrap. I had the crabcake sandwich which was excellent. We had the pasta salad which was really good. We also tried the brownie and chocolate chip cookie for dessert. My favorite was the chocolate chip. They have a nice outside seating area. This place is also popular with the locals. read more

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This sandwich shop sits on the marina dock and has a nice view. When you walk up to the front of the store you don't realize the expansive restaurant that awaits you. Ordering is done at the counter. There's a huge wall menu as you walk in. A line forms to place your order. The staff person taking your order and money is very helpful. The food is excellent. The portion is enough for 2 people. The sandwiches came with a choice of a side. Selections were a pasta, potatoe or slaw. The meal also came with a delicious pickle. This is our new go to place in Manteo. read more

We had to wait a bit in line but it was worth it. Fresh food, decent prices, totally big enough to share if you are looking to get a side. We we happy to find such well thought out sandwiches. read more

Poor Richard's Sandwich Shop - Italian Sub - Sandwiches Near Me - Manteo, North Carolina

We found Poor Richards using Yelp reviews to help us decide where to eat during our stay in Manteo. Well, our fellow Yelpers did not disappoint! Great food, price, and location! I'll keep this short and sweet... go there if you're in Manteo! read more

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We always love Poor Richards! Best Rueben sandwich I can find in OBX. So is pretty much the rest of their food. The staff is so sweet! Our trip to OBX is not complete without a stop at Poor Richard's. Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall! read more

Their French dip is just amazing. I do wish it was on the menu all the time and not a special. Their onion rings are amazing and the ranch is homemade and worth the dip! I will 100% be back here and recommend! I also got the heart attack and it was phenomenal as well. My boyfriend got a ham salad and it looked/ tasted so good that I want to get that next time! read more

This place was surprisingly good. Their soft shell crab sandwich was great and they had lots of options to choose from.