For vacationers who like to gather at local watering holes, and the island residents who like to join them from time to time, Ocracoke bars and live entertainment venues never disappoint. These places are lively and fun, offering a variety of libations and nibbles. Most of these Ocracoke bars offer live music and entertainment.
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Ocracoke Bars & Entertainment
305 Irvin Garrish Highway, Ocracoke
Dajio is nestled in the trees down in Ocracoke's waterfront village. Husband and wife team Doug and Judy Eifert prepare succulent plates of locally caught fish, shrimp and oysters. They bring to the table a fusion of delicious, innovative and satisfying dishes from the surrounding sea, farms, breweries and vineyards. The menu includes extensive gluten-free and vegetarian options. Bring in your catch, and they will cook it for you. This fun Outer Banks restaurant is open seasonally. Dine in the air-conditioned interior or dine alfresco on the covered deck or outdoor patio and enjoy live music on many summer nights.
Dajio is nestled in the trees down in Ocracoke's waterfront village. Husband and wife team Doug and Judy Eifert prepare succulent plates of locally caught fish, shrimp and oysters. They bring to the table a fusion of delicious, innovative and satisfying dishes from the surrounding sea, farms, breweries and vineyards. The menu includes extensive gluten-free and vegetarian options. Bring in your catch, and they will...read more
Dajio is nestled in the trees down in Ocracoke's waterfront village. Husband and wife team...read more
Ocracoke Bars & Entertainment
305 Irvin Garrish Highway, Ocracoke
Dajio is nestled in the trees down in Ocracoke's waterfront village. Husband and wife team Doug and Judy Eifert prepare succulent plates of locally caught fish, shrimp and oysters. They bring to the table a fusion of delicious, innovative and satisfying dishes from the surrounding sea, farms, breweries and vineyards. The menu includes extensive gluten-free and vegetarian options. Bring in your catch, and they will cook it for you. This fun Outer Banks restaurant is open seasonally. Dine in the air-conditioned interior or dine alfresco on the covered deck or outdoor patio and enjoy live music on many summer nights.
Dajio is nestled in the trees down in Ocracoke's waterfront village. Husband and wife team Doug and Judy Eifert prepare succulent plates of locally caught fish, shrimp and oysters. They bring to the table a fusion of delicious, innovative and satisfying dishes from the surrounding sea, farms, breweries and vineyards. The menu includes extensive gluten-free and vegetarian options. Bring in your catch, and they will...read more
Dajio is nestled in the trees down in Ocracoke's waterfront village. Husband and wife team...read more
Ocracoke Bars & Entertainment
1175 Irvin Garrish Highway, Ocracoke
Fun, eclectic and casual, Howard's Pub serves local fish, oysters, shrimp, juicy chargrilled burgers, salads, sandwiches and more every day from spring until late fall. Enjoy the air-conditioned dining room, the long wooden bar, the expansive screened porch with ceiling fans or the sky deck with an island view. The iconic bar features beers from craft and major breweries on tap and in bottles, wine and signature cocktails. Kids' meals are served on a take-home Frisbee. Howard’s Pub has been a destination for more than 30 years, creating Ocracoke memories for many generations. The wall-to-wall memorabilia and the Pub Shop with its collection of t-shirts, hats and other island treasures make Howard's Pub a legendary spot for food and fun for all ages.
Fun, eclectic and casual, Howard's Pub serves local fish, oysters, shrimp, juicy chargrilled burgers, salads, sandwiches and more every day from spring until late fall. Enjoy the air-conditioned dining room, the long wooden bar, the expansive screened porch with ceiling fans or the sky deck with an island view. The iconic bar features beers from craft and major breweries on tap and in bottles, wine...read more
Fun, eclectic and casual, Howard's Pub serves local fish, oysters, shrimp, juicy chargrilled burgers, salads,...read more
Ocracoke Bars & Entertainment
1050 Irvin Garrish Highway, Ocracoke
The Breeze is a live music venue and nightclub featuring live bands from near and far. Open Wednesday through Sunday, they feature bands several times a week and definitely every Friday and Saturday night, plus karaoke some nights. The full bar serves ice-cold beer, wine and all the favorite mixed drinks along with some great specialty cocktails. This is a private bar, so all patrons will need to purchase a membership for $1. If you're looking for late-night, this is the place to have it on Ocracoke. They're open from 3 p.m. to around 1 a.m. You'll find it next to Jeriman's.
The Breeze is a live music venue and nightclub featuring live bands from near and far. Open Wednesday through Sunday, they feature bands several times a week and definitely every Friday and Saturday night, plus karaoke some nights. The full bar serves ice-cold beer, wine and all the favorite mixed drinks along with some great specialty cocktails. This is a private bar, so all patrons...read more
The Breeze is a live music venue and nightclub featuring live bands from near and...read more
Ocracoke Bars & Entertainment
The Back Porch is one of the island's great restaurants, providing a consistently pleasant dining experience. Their open-air screened porch dining room provides the space you need to be comfortable outdoor dining, and properly spaced interior air-conditioned dining also is available. Fresh, local seafood and produce are the stars of the menu, but hand-cut meats and poultry also shine. The menu changes seasonally, and taste...read more
Ocracoke Bars & Entertainment
Ocracoke Oyster Company appeals to locals and visitors, featuring local seafood with a large variety of oysters on the half shell. Serving fig wood-smoked barbecue, ribs, brisket and chicken, they also offer vegetarian options and a kids' menu. They have a large selection of craft beers. The restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner. read more
Ocracoke Bars & Entertainment
SmacNally’s is an entirely outdoor establishment smack on the harbor docks. Fresh steamed shrimp, shareable apps, cold beer and breathtaking sunsets make it a happening spot to hang out. Excitement reaches a peak around 4 p.m. when the charter boats pull up and unload their catches, and there's often live music on the deck. Fresh, local seafood is featured on the menu, and you can...read more
Ocracoke Bars & Entertainment
With 50 years of experience as a chef in New Orleans and Ocracoke, Michael Schramel brings great talent to The Flying Melon. The very popular cafe serves dinner in an attractive, casual dining room. The cooks draw inspiration from traditional French, Southern and Creole cooking. A variety of local seafood shares menu space with fresh and flavorful pasta, steak, lamb and chicken. Specials – such...read more
Ocracoke Bars & Entertainment
Think Zillie's on the Back Road when looking for the island's best selection of beer and wine. Surf the web while sipping on your favorite beverage on their wine-and-WiFi deck. Beer lovers can mix and match six packs from more than 300 craft and international selections. There's also an ever-changing selection of eight eclectic beers on tap and fine wine served by the bottle or...read more
