'Tis The Season: 2017 Spring OBX Restaurant Reopenings -

Spring is in the air which means some of our favorite restaurants are going to be opening back up for the summer season! Check out some restaurants that are coming out of hibernation this 2017 season and dine somewhere new on your next visit to the Outer Banks!

Rundown Cafe – Kitty Hawk // Opening March 1st

courtesy of Rundown Cafe

They serve: island cuisine inspired by Pacific Rim and Caribbean journeys

You have to try: the Tsunami Dinner Salad with Coconut Fried Shrimp and Journeys End Dressing

Fish Heads – South Nags Head // Opening April 1st

courtesy of Fish Heads Bar and Grill

They serve: over 20 draft beers, great appetizers, and great post-beach meals like classic burgers and fish tacos.

You have to try: the conch fritters or happy hour 15 cent shrimp and Larry’s Lemonade on draft

John’s Drive-In – Kitty Hawk // Opening March 10th (tentatively)

courtesy of John’s Drive-In

They serve: cheeseburgers, subs, ice cream, milkshakes, and more.

You have to try: a chocolate strawberry milkshake and a dolphin boat

Surfin’ Spoon – Nags Head // Opening March 10th

courtesy of Surfin’ Spoon

They serve: low-fat and non-fat frozen yogurt and vegan sorbet with an array of toppings for you to choose from.

You have to try: whatever you like! Surfin’ Spoons’ flavors change daily and with all of the different topping choices, possibilities are endless!

The Spot – Nags Head // Opening March 22nd

courtesy of The Spot

They serve: healthy options like acai smoothie bowls and smoothies and ice cream for when you want to treat yourself.

You have to try: the Loggerhead Bowl blended with banana and vanilla almond milk topped with granola, banana peanut butter, dark chocolate, and honey. (Add a sprinkle of coconut; trust us on this one!)

Tale of the Whale – Nags Head // Opening April 5th

courtesy of Tale of The Whale

They serve: fresh local seafood, choice steak, chicken, pasta and more

You have to try: their House Specialty Shrimp and Grits

Sam and Omie’s – Nags Head // Opening Early March

courtesy of Sam and Omie’s

They serve: omelets, burgers, club sandwiches, seafood dinners, and more

You have to try: the Sam & Omie’s Crabcake Sandwich

Owens’ – Nags Head // Opening Early March

courtesy of Owens’

They serve: rich, coastal, southern seafood classics with the culinary flare of today in upscale setting

You have to try: the Seafood Mariner featuring a fish filet, jumbo shrimp, scallops, clams, crabmeat Remick and Seabreeze potatoes.

Red Drum – Nags Head // Opening March 12th

courtesy of Red Drum

They serve: fresh local seafood, steaks, ribs and more in a family-friendly environment.

You have to try: the Mixed Seafood Saute featuring the fish of the day grilled with sauteed shrimp in lemon dill butter

Avenue – Manteo // Opening Mid March

courtesy of Avenue Waterfront Grille

They serve: local seafood, all natural meats and chicken, and a wide variety of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options all in a casual dining setting.

You have to try: the House Specialty Fish Tacos

Mimi’s Tiki Hut – Manteo // Opening April 14th