The Bad Bean Taqueria was inspired by the many taquerias that are scattered along the Pacific Coast from Northern California to the tip of Baja. Their goal is to provide fresh, simple ingredients prepared from scratch using authentic flavors and techniques. The chefs use dried Mexican peppers such as Gaujillos, Pasillas, Ancho, Chipotles as well as a variety of fresh peppers and spices that add just the right punch of flavor. Be sure to try the Bad Bean fresh fish tacos using local Mahi-Mahi pan seared, topped with Yucatan jicima slaw, and Salsa Fresca.
Phone: (252) 453-4380
Address: 785 Sunset Boulevard
Timbuck II Shopping Center
Corolla, NC 27927
Metropolis is a great spot for an evening out at the beach if you want something different from a grill and bar atmosphere. This contemporary tapas and martini bar offers an environment as urban and chic as the name suggests. The chef describes the menu as American fusion, and they borrow exotic flavors from around the world. Metropolis has an extensive beer, wine and liquor menu. They’re open until 2 a.m. They don’t have booster seats or a kids’ menu
Fresh sauces and dough made daily! Popular pies include the California White, The Greek or a Traditional Vegetarian pizza and salads, snacks and hot subs round out the menu. Daily buffet is available for lunch in the small dining room which is decorated like a retro diner. Carry-out, online ordering and free delivery available.
Phone: (252) 453-8858
Address: 603 E. Currituck Clubhouse Dr. Corolla, NC 27927
A new, 50's style diner with traditional decor but an eclectic, modern menu. Described as "creative American home cooking," this is the place to be for some comfort food for the whole family. Breakfast, lunch and dinner served.
Bunkers Grille and Bar offers a casual dining experience for the whole family. Come in for lunch while on the links or in the evening for the relaxed atmosphere and "Golf Quiz" trivia for the kids! Choose from a wide variety of menu items, including appetizers, soups, salads and sandwiches or one of the Chef's daily specials. Kids menu available, call for reservations.
If you're in the mood for a gourmet experience, visit Bacchus Wine and Cheese! Enhance your visit to the Outer Banks or treat your friends and guests to a luxurious picnic on the beach. Bacchus boasts a great selection of fine wines, gourmet foods, imported cheeses, Angus Steaks, sinful desserts, Thuman's deli meats, as well as their famous sandwiches. Bacchus Wine and Cheese has been serving residents and visitors to Corolla, NC for 19 years.
Phone: (252) 453-4333
Address: Monteray Plaza - South Side of the Food Lion Corolla, NC 27927
The premier breakfast and lunch place on the Outer Banks, serving fresh bagels, breads, baked goods and sandwiches. Located in the Monteray Shores Plaza in Corolla, this is place to be in the mornings. The line wraps around the building as customers to the Lighthouse for hot bagels, breakfast sandwiches made from fresh local eggs and the best coffee or smoothie within miles.
At the Outer Banks Coffee Company, coffee is taken very seriously! It's been in the coffee business since 1994 and on the Outer Banks since 2000, craft roasting small batches of the world’s best Arabica beans. Go in to start the day right with freshly roasted coffee, homemade treats and a paper. If you're not in a rush, take time to watch the roaster and the steady stream of locals and vacationers walk in for their daily fix.
Smokey's Restaurant is a true Corolla original. First opening its doors in 1991, Smokey's menu features classic Southern comfort food such as fried chicken, barbeque, ribs and hushpuppies as well as outer bank staples like grilled fish, homemade crabcakes and fried or steamed shrimp. If you just can't wait for the main course, whet that appetite with buffalo wings, mac & cheese or beer battered onion rings. If you have a big group to feed, call for reservations or take dinner home with the convenient group package. Feel like an adult beverage? Check out the great selection of beer and wine. Out with the kids? Children's menu is also available.
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