OBX Restaurants Open on Christmas & New Years

OBX Restaurants Open on Christmas and New Year's!

Where to Eat on the Outer Banks for Christmas & New Year's!

Planning to spend the holiday season in the Outer Banks? Whether you're cozying up in your vacation rental visiting the OBX for the holidays or exploring the scenic beauty of the islands, you can enjoy a delicious holiday meal without lifting a finger in the kitchen. Many local restaurants are opening their doors on Christmas and New Year’s to serve festive feasts, seasonal specialties, and a welcoming atmosphere. From elegant dinners to laid-back coastal vibes, there’s something for everyone to savor this holiday season. Check out our guide to restaurants staying open for Christmas and New Year’s in the Outer Banks, and make this year’s celebration as memorable as the destination!

*Please note: While we do our best to keep this page updated, we advise calling ahead to confirm hours of operation, as any places will be closed on Christmas Day. Reservations are recommended.

Enjoy A Restaurant Holiday Meal 

The Village Table and Tavern: Located in Duck, The Village Table and Tavern is offering amazing goodies to take back to your home for the holidays! Pick up for family style holiday items is available on Tuesday & Wednesday, November 26 & 27 for Thanksgiving, and on Monday, December 23 for Christmas. Orders must be placed by Monday, November 25 for Thanksgiving, and by Saturday, December 21 for Christmas. To place your order call them at 252-715-1414.  View The Village Table and Tavern Full Menu.

I Got Your Crabs Seafood Market & Steam Bar: Open on Christmas Eve (December 24) from 11:30 AM – 5:00 PM, I Got Your Crabs is the perfect place to enjoy a seafood dinner with your family! Serving up locally caught specials with a focus on blue crab, enjoy menu items like crab dip, seafood tacos, clam strips, flounder, fried shrimp, catfish, steamed scallops, crab cake sandwich, and more! Side items, appetizers, soups, and desserts are also available. Plus, if you don’t want to dine in, you can always order your meals to go! View I Got Your Crabs Full Menu.

Captain George’s Seafood: For a dine-in option, try Captain George’s Seafood buffet! To comply with COVID-19 standards, social distancing protocols will be followed (so curbside to-go orders are also available)! Open on Christmas Eve (December 24) and New Year's Eve from 4PM to 9PM, enjoy a variety of entrée options like Snow Crab Legs, Blackened Mahi, Fried Oysters, Steamed Mussels, Fried Shrimp, Pork BBQ Ribs, Chicken, and Sirloin Steak along with tons of sides and desserts like Garden Salad, Green Beans, Potatoes, She Crab Soup, Mac and Cheese, Dinner Rolls, Pudding, Cake, Cookies & more! With options like this, everyone in your family can find something tasty for the holiday! Learn more about Captain George’s in Kill Devil Hills.

Fuji Steakhouse & Sushi Bar: If you want to steer away from a “traditional” menu this year, try food with an Asian flare instead! Fuji Steakhouse & Sushi Bar in Kill Devil Hills is open for Christmas Eve & Christmas Day (December 24-25) serving their normal menu for lunch and dinner. Enjoy a fine selection of crafted sushi rolls or hibachi dinners with everything from seafood to meat to vegetables! Soups, salads, appetizers, and desserts are also available. View Fuji Steakhouse & Sushi Bar’s Full Menu.

Jolly Roger: Jolly Roger in Kill Devil Hills is open daily, including Christmas Eve & Christmas Day (December 24-25) with their regular menu!  From 11:30 AM to 9:00 pm, enjoy a Christmas special of Traditional Ham & Turkey Dinner with all the fixings or an Italian Stuffed Pork Roulade with roasted peppers, fresh spinach & ricotta smothered in homemade marinara, served with mashed potatoes, veggies, and garlic bread, or order off the menu. Plus, on Christmas morning, you can come in for breakfast in your pajamas to get free eggnog! View Jolly Roger Full Menu.

Khan’s Mongolian Grill: For another great dine-in or pick-up option on Christmas Eve & Christmas Day (December 24-25), try Kahn’s Mongolian Grill in Kill Devil Hills! Serving their regular menu for lunch and dinner, enjoy a delicious bowl with your choice of protein, vegetables, and sauce, or pick a pre-made bowl option like Kung Pao Shrimp, Teriyaki Chicken, or Orange Beef! Custom protein can be chicken, beef, bacon, shrimp, lamb, calamari, sausage, or Mongolian beef while sides range from mushrooms and bean sprouts to carrots and water chestnuts. Choose 1 or 2 sauces from garlic water, orange, teriyaki, sweet and sour, honey sriracha, spicy schezwan, spicy kung pao, and sesame garlic! View Khan’s Full Menu Here.