The best bars & nightlife in Outer Banks

6 bars & nightlife we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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OBX Cigar Dudes is the OBX’s only shop devoted exclusively to premium cigars, with 100+ boxes kept in climate-controlled perfection and a…

1900 S Croatan Hwy B (Kill Devil Hills)

OBX Cigar Dudes is the OBX’s only shop devoted exclusively to premium cigars, with 100+ boxes kept in climate-controlled perfection and a crew that loves talking wrappers, aging, and flavor profiles. Swing by for smart recs, coastal-ready torches, sharp cutters, and travel humidors built for beach days.

From the Outer Banks newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Relaxed haunt for comfort food, cocktails & beer in beach-themed digs with an outdoor area.

1200 S Virginia Dare Trail (Kill Devil Hills)

Relaxed haunt for comfort food, cocktails & beer in beach-themed digs with an outdoor area.

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Tiki bar featuring craft beers and cocktails alongside rooftop seating and an outdoor patio.

106 Scarborough Ln (Kitty Hawk)

Tiki bar featuring craft beers and cocktails alongside rooftop seating and an outdoor patio.

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Tropical-themed watering hole with an outdoor patio serving spirits, pub grub & seafood entrees.

120 E Kitty Hawk Rd (Kitty Hawk)

Tropical-themed watering hole with an outdoor patio serving spirits, pub grub & seafood entrees.

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Divided into intimate dining nooks, this spot features meat & seafood fare with local ingredients.

4700 N Virginia Dare Trail (Kitty Hawk)

Divided into intimate dining nooks, this spot features meat & seafood fare with local ingredients.

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Wine, beer, and balsamic vinegar retailer also offering olive oils, cigars, and tastings.

2200 N Croatan Hwy (Kill Devil Hills)

Wine, beer, and balsamic vinegar retailer also offering olive oils, cigars, and tastings.

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