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Beachside Bistro is your go-to oceanfront hangout in Kill Devil Hills—where flip-flops are welcome, the seafood is fresh, and the vibes are always sunny. Tucked right in the heart of the Outer Banks, this breezy bistro dishes out American Coastal cuisine with a creative twist and a whole lot of local flavor.

A proud member of Outer Banks Catch, Beachside Bistro reels in the best local seafood daily, so your plate is always brimming with the freshest tastes around. From chef specials that celebrate the season to fan favorites that keep guests coming back, every bite is a little taste of the coast.

Chill out inside or grab a table on the oceanfront deck—salty air and sea views included. It’s the perfect spot for families, foodies, and beach bums alike.

Swing by and you'll also catch some live music drifting through the sea breeze—because nothing goes better with Caribbean fish tacos than a little guitar and good company.

Whether you’re winding down after a beach day or just chasing your next favorite meal, Beachside Bistro brings big flavor, laid-back charm, and that easygoing Outer Banks spirit to every visit.

Monday Trivia!  Tuesday Night Bingo!  LIVE Music!

Start your day with our popular bistro breakfast!
We offer inside dining, deck seating weather-permitting, and in-room delivery.
See our menu.

Breakfast hours:
Daily | 7:30 am - 12:00 pm

Lunch & Dinner Hours:
Daily | 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm


Special Gatherings Welcome

The laid-back charm of the Outer Banks combined with our unique oceanfront location, flexible event space, and experienced team provide the perfect combination as the backdrop for your special event.

We are able to accommodate small business meetings, sizable receptions and reunions, and everything in between. Planned menus can include our proven, delicious selections or be customized to your preferences and needs.

Whatever occasion that brings your group together, it would be our pleasure to work with you! Please call 252-441-7126 or simply click here to fill out our form to get started.

1731 N Virginia Dare Trail
Milepost 7
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
(252) 441-7126

 

Kill Devil Hills
252-480-3463
Hours
  • Monday07:30AM-10:00pm
  • Tuesday07:30AM-10:00pm
  • Wednesday07:30AM-10:00pm
  • Thursday07:30AM-10:00pm
  • Friday07:30AM-10:00pm
  • Saturday07:30AM-10:00pm
  • Sunday07:30AM-10:00pm
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Awful Arthur's Oyster Bar

Awful Arthur's Oyster Bar

Welcome to the home of the happy oyster where for over 40 years the oyster has been our world. The Outer Banks only authentic oyster bar is the place to enjoy sensational fare from the sea washed down with your favorite brew or cocktail. We serve by the peck, pound, and dozen, raw or steamed to perfection. Kicked back casual, down to earth friendly staff, and reasonable prices make Awful Arthur’s Oyster Bar the all-time favorite of locals and travelers alike.

The idea wasn’t to set out and establish a new concept restaurant on the Outer Banks, but that’s exactly what Awful Arthur’s owner Jo Whitehead and her late husband, Jay, accomplished more than 35 years ago when they opened the area’s first authentic oyster bar.

 

Awful Arthur’s opened in May 1984 on the Outer Banks. “We embraced the concept of an authentic copper top bar with the idea of it being a major drawing card and it still is,” explains Whitehead. “I get oysters wherever they are local. We follow the warm waters.” 

 

Just across from the ocean, in Kill Devil Hills, oyster season is year-round at Awful Arthur’s. Diners can take a seat at the copper-topped bar to observe the staff shucking oysters, served raw or steamed, along with shrimp, crab legs and clams all steamed to perfection. 

 

It’s not just the raw bar that’s earned Awful Arthur’s both local and national recognition, including being named one of America’s greatest oyster bars by Coastal Living magazine. The restaurant is a seafood-lover’s paradise, offering the freshest catches available.