Depending on where you stay on the Island, this website has information for all the dining, activities, and attractions.
For a great beach day it would be best to use the beach access near the islander hotel.
The quaint and charming coastal town of Beaufort, NC, located on Beaufort Inlet, holds the title of the fourth oldest town in the state of North Carolina. It was settled as early as 1709 — even before the colonial capital of New Bern was founded. It is a 40-minute drive from Emerald Isle to the town of Beaufort.
Beautiful little historic town with a few shops, restaurants, and bars. Great for a nice walk. Paddle boarding and kayaking rentals nearby.
Emerald Isle is a golf cart friendly island and this a great spot to rent one if you are interested!
If your beach house or hotel does not have bikes available, we highly suggest renting a bike to get around the island. Ride your bike to the point or to one of the local restaurants!
Fish Hut Grill is our all time favorite restaurant!! I am sure you have heard us talk a time or two about it so we hope you find time to grab a bite! Fish Hut Grill is local favorite and it is walking/biking/golf carting distance to the hotels and beach houses in the town of EI! There most likely will be a line but no worries because you can grab a fresh marg or beer while you wait! Gabby's go to order- Strawberry Cilantro Margarita and Garden Salad with Blackened Shrimp Taylor's go to order- Blueberry Jalapeno Margarita and Blackened Grouper Sandwich ***You can not go wrong with anything on their menu!! We typically switch up our entrees, buy you HAVE to try the cheese curds!! We hope we sold you!!
Carolina Home & Gardens is such a fun spot and is owned by the same people that own our wedding venue! There is a coffee shop, bar, vintage arcade, and alternating food trucks! We love to grab a coffee or cocktail and walk around the gardens! Check out their website for events happening! Gabby's go to drink order- Lavender Lemon Gin Taylor's go to drink order- Classic Margarita
We love to go here to grab lunch or dinner! They have a great outdoor area and have live music most nights!! Gabby's go to order- Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich Taylor's go to order- Buffalo Wings or The Gaff (fish sandwich)
This is our favorite coffee shop in town! This is in the middle of Emerald Isle near Food Lion and within biking or walking distance of most beach rentals. Gabby & Taylors go to order- Iced Vanilla Latte with Oatmilk
This is our favorite place on the island to grab breakfast! Incredible NY style bagels on the Isle! Gabby's go to order- ham, egg & cheese on a jalapeno cheese bagel with garlic herb cream cheese Taylor's go to order- bacon, egg & cheese on a jalapeno cheese bagel with bacon jalapeno cream cheese
A family and dog-friendly Craft Beer Bar with 16 beers on tap! We love to go here to grab a beer! You might even have a fury friend sit next to you at the bar! Gabby's go to drink order- Sour Taylor's go to drink order- I.P.A.
Fun speakeasy themed craft cocktail & bourbon bar located in EI. Check FB for specials!! Gabby's go to drink order- Blood Orange Aperol Spritz or Espresso Martini Taylor's go to drink order- I.P.A. or Boulevard EI
This restaurant is located in the town of Emerald Isle and has a rooftop bar with an ocean view. We recommend grabbing a cocktail on the rooftop and enjoying the view! Gabby's go to drink order- Espresso Martini or Marg Taylor's go to drink order- Spicy Marg or I.P.A.
34 North is located just across the bridge from Emerald Isle. We love to come here for drinks and play games on the patio. 34 North offers a complimentary shuttle service that will take you to/from 34° North by texting/calling 252-241-1852!
This is a good restaurant and martini bar close within walking and biking distance of the hotels and beach houses!