Nags Head
High-quality Caribbean cuisine — Cayman conch fritters, teriyaki burgers, St. Martin shrimp pasta — earned this restaurant a visit from Guy Fieri’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, as well as a legion of fans who have made it one of the most popular spots on the coast.
3014 South Virginia Dare Trail
(252) 441-7299
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