“ Such a pretty restaurant with prime location right on the water. Must be great when the outside bar and dining is open- it was too cold when we went. On a Saturday in November, there was no wait for lunch although there were a fair number of people there. Our waiter was excellent. We were seated right near the window with a view out onto the sound. I had the seafood chowder- just a cup, which was delicious and extremely filling. It has a thick creamy potato-type base, as well as chunks of fish. Nice homemade croutons, bacon & green onion topping. By the time my entree salad came, I was almost full. I had the beet and goat cheese salad which was delicious. I really appreciate the amount of goat cheese, which I find is often underrepresented in a so-called goat cheese salad. The beets were also quite good- they were delicious and not the canned variety, which is sometimes used in salads and are sub-par. My dining companion had the fish and chips, which he loved. In particular he liked that they were battered with cornmeal, so a little unusual/unique. They also had what I like to call "the good fries"- the crispy ones. It came with two of the goat cheese hush puppies with some sort of sweet butter- I tried these and would totally eat an entire basket of them next time- so good!! We were both very happy with our meals and would like to return for a dinner. ”

“ The venue featured a spacious outdoor area with seating that offered views of the bay. On the ground level, there was a lively outdoor bar with ample seating and a few games. We sat indoors on the upper level, which provided a cozy, elevated vantage point. The menu was diverse and offered a range of options, while the service was warm and accommodating. For appetizers, we selected the goat cheese and feta hush puppies ($10) and the yellowfin tuna tartare ($18). The hush puppies arrived with a side of honey butter and smoky pepper jelly. The hush puppies were perfectly fried and crispy. The hush puppies were filled with a creamy cheese blend that paired well with both the honey butter and pepper jelly. The tartare was a colorful mix of avocado, red onion, capers, radish, and herbs, all drizzled with a lemon Dijon vinaigrette. This dish was not only visually appealing but also light and flavorful, with the fresh ingredients complementing each other perfectly. For my entrée, I opted for the seafood cioppino ($40). This dish featured a generous assortment of shrimp, calamari, scallops, and monkfish in a rich tomato and fennel broth, enhanced with roasted red pepper, fennel, peas, and a basil pesto crostini. The fennel, while present, did not overpower the dish; instead, it blended well with the tomato-based broth. The seafood was exceptionally fresh, and the crostini, with its basil pesto, was a delightful touch. I would have liked an extra piece to soak up the broth! I also sampled the seared duck, served with basil ricotta dumplings and a blueberry gastrique. The dumplings were light and flavorful, but the duck was a bit fatty. Lastly, I tried the shrimp and grits, which came with local sausage in a sherry she-crab sauce. The sauce was well-made, though I found the sausage to be a bit too soft for my taste. Will I go back? Yes. ”

“ The food here is fabulous! I had the seafood cioppino was absolutely delicious! It wasn't very brothy, but more of a sauce and one of the best I've ever eaten. My husband really enjoyed his steak and potatoes. We will definitely return to this establishment and highly recommend it! ”

“ Solid waterfront restaurant with one of the best sunset views I've ever seen. In previous years you could only order drinks outside on their patio by the water, but this year they've expanded the service to provide a limited menu for outdoor dining in case sitting up on the balcony of the restaurant isn't close enough of a view to the water, or if you want to let the kids run around while you enjoy your meal. Food options here are mostly hits, casual fare that's elevated pub-style food with a few higher end dishes available if you sit inside (or order it to-go and take it out back). They have probably one of the best fried chicken sandwiches I've ever had, their hush puppies are also stand outs. Service is friendly, but if you want to sit inside I'd definitely recommend making a reservation in advance. Live music happens outside which adds a nice ambiance to the view as well. ”

“ We stopped in for lunch on a Tuesday. It was one of few places open. It was slow for us to be seated. Waiter was overly friendly. We ordered a variety of food: seafood chowder, chicken tenders, chicken sandwich and salads. The chowder was excellent although the bowl is barely larger than the cup so pretty pricey for what you get. Chicken tenders were good, not great. Salad was delicious. Loved the pickled onion on it. Waiter seemed overworked on tables. He was attentive as could be but when we were ready to tab out he was no where to be found. I might give it another try. ”

“ After spending years on the Outer Banks during the summers, we were pleasantly surprised by this restaurant. Packed at the door for getting a table but plenty of seating, including a spacious bar and outdoor patio. Their menu is wide and has a ton of eclectic dishes like a Mediterranean plate and swordfish BLT sandwich. Our waitress was very kind and accommodating especially with our screaming baby. The ambiance is festive and appropriately loud with plenty of great beers on tap. We ordered the Mediterranean plate that'll keep you full with freshly cut salad and baba ghanoush. They offered an array of special dishes including swordfish BLT (with a moist, absorbable bun) and a mushroom risotto. Apparently their menu consistently changes throughout the year, including off-season. My favorite part of this spot is the location, perched high enough to see directly across the Sound over to the mainland. A solid place to eat- try it out! ”