Flipperz Family Bar and Grill

Flipperz Family Bar and Grill is a popular spot for the post-beach crowd, thanks to an extensive menu that has fun with all the classic Crystal Coast specialties. Perfect for an easy-going lunch, a family dinner, or...

Ben & Jerry's

Nothing says vacation like enjoying an ice cream after a long and sunny day at the beach, and Emerald Isle visitors can treat their taste buds with a visit to one of the most well-known ice cream destinations in the...

4 J's Cafe and Bakery

4 J's Cafe and Bakery offers cheesecakes, pastries, layer cakes, sheet cakes, personal shortcakes, muffins, scones, cookies, brownies, macaroons, biscotti, tea, coffee, hot chocolate, cappuccinos, lattes, chai lattes...

Snapperz Grill & Steam Bar

Snapperz Grill & Steam Bar is a solid destination for a little Crystal Coast vacation atmosphere – an environment which perfectly complements a varied menu chock-full of seasonal and local seafood specialties...

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The Trading Post

Southern hospitality, delicious home cooking, and a stunning atmosphere in the heart of Emerald Isle are all combined at The Trading Post Southern Food & Spirits – one of Emerald Island’s favorite...

77 West Bar

Live entertainment venue bringing a variety of bands, comedians, and acts to the Crystal Coast!

4J’s Cafe And Bake Shop

Treat yourself to a homemade muffin or scone with a dose of coffee, or brighten up any family gathering with a delectable and homemade dessert, with a visit to this bakery that is helmed by an expert baker with decades...

Circle Pizza

Circle Pizza is a convenient and popular option for family cooks who want to take an evening off, and enjoy a satisfying meal delivered right to the vacation rental home or hotel room door. Subtly located in a small...

Dairy Queen Crystal Coast

There’s nothing more traditional and beachy than indulging in an ice cream cone or some burgers and fries after a long day on the sand, and  Dairy Queen is a time-tested spot to feast on easy-going fare. Open...

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DQ Grill & Chill Restaurant Emerald Isle

Emerald Isle beachgoers who want to feast on sweet and salty fare will feel right at home at the convenient and always tempting DQ Grill & Chill Restaurant Emerald Isle. Situated just a block or two away from the...

Emerald Grill

Emerald Grill is a casual eatery that attracts hungry vacationers with breakfast and lunch fare that’s available all day long. Located in the heart of Emerald Isle, this convenient spot is a solid option for a big...

Great Wall

Vacationers who are staying in the Emerald Isle region don’t even have to cross the bridge to the mainland to satisfy a Chinese food craving, thanks to Great Wall. Located along Emerald Isle Drive, this sit-down...

Kathryn's Bistro and Martini Bar

Kathryn’s is a chic little bistro in the heart of Emerald Isle that is sure to appeal to food lovers, martini fans, and wine aficionados alike. The small restaurant features a rich menu of rotating specialties and...

Lazzara’s Pizza & Subs

Hungry Emerald Isle vacationers won’t be disappointed by the ridiculously huge pizzas that are served up regularly by Lazzara’s Pizza & Subs. With gigantic slices and rich toppings, as well as other...

Pizza Inn Emerald Isle

Situated in the heart of Emerald Isle, Pizza Inn is a popular destination for vacationers who want to feast on slice after slice of mouth-watering pizza varieties, or who want to pick up a few pies to enjoy at the beach...

Plaza Mexico Restaurant

Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar and Grill is a lively spot in Emerald Isle that serves up ice cold drinks and traditional Mexican cuisine in a casually cool atmosphere, The interior features a nice bar area, dimmed...

Rucker Johns

Everyone in the family can find something to sink their teeth into at Rucker Johns – a family-run restaurant that has been a favorite Emerald Isle destination for more than 25 years. Now offering several locations...

The Shark’s Den Sports Bar & Grill

The Shark’s Den Sports Bar & Grill is a fine destination for Emerald Isle sports lovers and hungry beachgoers alike. The extensive menu, which features an array of pub-worthy fare that goes well with a...

The Village Market

The Village Market is a favorite Emerald Isle spot for visitors and locals alike for hearty breakfasts, fresh lunches, and a cool atmosphere that’s perfect for relaxing with one of the eatery’s many...

Morehead City Ferry Service

Morehead City Ferry Service

The Crystal Coast is best explored from the water, and Morehead City Ferry Service will take explorers to some of the most remote and beautiful corners of this long stretch of Southern Outer Banks shoreline. Launching from the heart of Downtown Morehead City along Evans Street, patrons who utilize Morehead City Ferry Service for a cruise or a taxi ride to the outlying barrier islands will be treated to full afternoons of sun and fun along the pristine sand.

AB Watersport Adventures

AB Watersport Adventures

There are literally endless ways to enjoy the water along the Crystal Coast, and AB Watersport Adventures has you covered. Evplore the beautiful waters of the intercoatal waterways on one of our Jet Skis. For a more educational adventure we offer a jet ski tour to the Capeloout Lighthouse. We also offer rental boats so your family can enjoy one of the Crystal Coat's beautiful barrier islands. Located along the Atlantic Beach Causeway, and easy to reach for folks staying along the barrier island as well as Morehead City, this convenient and accommodating watersports company serves as a launching point for a host of fun-filled days on the Southern Outer Banks.

Island Express Ferry Service

Island Express Ferry Service

Island Express Ferry Service LLC is the only authorized concessionaire to drop off at Cape Lookout Lighthouse and Shackleford Banks! Offering departures from both Beaufort and nearby Harkers Island, Island Express Ferry Service serves as the link between the communities of the Crystal Coast and the spectacularly beautiful and isolated barrier islands of the Cape Lookout National Seashore. Accommodating passengers who want to explore the miles of pristine beaches, exceptional fishing and shelling, wild horses, and the Cape Lookout Lighthouse, Island Express Ferry Service serves as the gateway for one of the most unforgettable adventures along the North Carolina coast.