The Outer Banks of North Carolina is famous for its beautiful beaches, laidback lifestyle, and amazing local seafood. For over 40 years, Jolly Roger OBX has been a beloved local fixture, serving up delicious food, drinks, and good times for generations of OBX vacationers.
Nestled along the Nags Head causeway, Jolly Roger has been run by the same family since it first opened its doors in the early 1980s. While much has changed over the decades, the restaurant’s commitment to using the freshest local seafood and providing a fun, festive atmosphere has remained constant.
Seafood is king at Jolly Roger, with an extensive menu featuring Outer Banks classics like shrimp burgers, crab cakes, steamed shrimp, clam strips, and the famous all-you-can-eat Alaskan snow crab legs. Daily specials showcase the freshest catches from local fishermen, so you never know what delicious seafood you might find when you stop by.
Of course, no OBX restaurant would be complete without a great bar. Jolly Roger offers a fully-stocked bar with beer, wine and cocktails, many named after local Outer Banks landmarks like Oregon Inlet and Roanoke Island. Late night is when the real fun begins, with live music, cornhole, dancing and a lively crowd that makes it feel more like a party than your typical restaurant scene.
Over the years, Jolly Roger has become a special place for OBX regulars and vacationers alike. Families come year after year, bringing their kids and grandkids to create lasting summer memories. Vacationers looking to experience the Outer Banks’ famous nightlife make a beeline for the restaurant’s buzzing entertainment. And locals are loyal regulars, stopping by year-round for the fantastic food and fun atmosphere.
If the walls could talk, they would tell stories of first dates, marriage proposals, family vacations, late nights with friends and much more. Jolly Roger holds a special place in the hearts of many who have created cherished memories there over the decades. With its delicious food, vibrant bar and party atmosphere, it’s no wonder why it remains an OBX institution after more than 40 years.
Here’s to many more years of celebrating summer on the Outer Banks at Jolly Roger OBX! From fresh seafood feasts to late nights dancing the night away, there’s nowhere quite like it for food, drinks and fun on the OBX.
