Theodosia

Name: Theodosia
Address: 1461 Duck Road, Duck, NC, United States, 27949
Telephone: (252) 261-8419
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4

4 (126)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

1461 Duck Road, Duck, NC 27949

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2 people

Jul 6, 2025

8:00 PM

Booked 32 times today

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails

North Carolina native, award-winning chef, and New York Times best-selling author Vivian Howard opened her latest culinary concept, Theodosia, at The Sanderling Resort! Every element of this new dining destination will reflect the culture and history of the Outer Banks, creating a connection to a distinctive place and time.

Named for Theodosia Burr—daughter of the infamous Aaron Burr, wife of South Carolina Governor Joseph Alston, and the subject of centuries-old folklore about a ship lost at sea near the Outer Banks—Theodosia will evoke mystery and intrigue. The waterfront setting invites guests to ponder her fate as she journeyed from SC to NY in the early 19th century.

The dining room features rich, feminine textures, soft lighting, and views of the Currituck Sound’s endless horizon. The menu celebrates the region’s salt marshes and fishing heritage, blending tradition with Howard’s signature innovative Southern cuisine.

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Seafood
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(252) 261-8419
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Executive chef
Vivian Howard

Location
1461 Duck Road, Duck, NC 27949
Neighborhood
Duck
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 126 people are saying

Theodosia reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.0

4.0 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
3.9Service
4.4Ambience
3.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Coastal North Carolina
Great for scenic views
Coastal North Carolina
Most Booked
Outer Banks
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Theodosia offers a "wonderful coastal dining experience" with a "gorgeous setting" and "exceptional flavors." The atmosphere is elegant with a "beautiful view" of the water. While some dishes receive mixed reviews, the ceviche and tomato pie are standout choices. Service shows promise, though improvements in timing are noted.

126 Reviews

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Al
Virginia2 reviews
2.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Many other better options for what you are paying for dinner. We’ve eaten at Chef Howard’s other restaurants and were sadly disappointed here. Booked a Birthday Dinner reservation which was not acknowledged in any way. Hostess was frequently away from the front of house; from our seat I could see upwards of 15 people standing around waiting. We were sat along a wall about 18” from another table; which was not relaxing or special at all. I asked for a different table and was denied. Food was average- at best. We had ‘shrimp 2 ways’, with shrimp (+cockTail) that was room temp, and a shrimp ball which was basically a shrimp spread. I had a broiled tile fish which was good; although I could see the serving proportion for others was not standard. We also had tomato pie which was testy but under seasoned (our server said the chef was new). Drinks/ wine were fine. It appears Chef Vivian Howard might just be lending her name to this restaurant: without caring much to refine the whole experience. I highly recommend that you go to Urban Kitchen, Village Table & Tavern, Red Sky, the Roadside, or NC Coast of you want to dine in Duck (or Corolla).
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victoria VIP
Virginia12 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our meal was excellent! Service friendly and efficient. We were seated as soon as we walked in at our reservation time. Dinning room was warm… but doable. Dinning area is elegant and you can’t beat the view of the sound. We will go back!
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Karen
New Orleans / Louisiana4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had the crab with zucchini and my friend had the Blue Line Tile fish with Ragout. The tile fish was great in a wonderful brown ragout sauce that was flavorful. The crab with zucchini was exactly what I wanted. It had an abundance of zucchini and was gluten free. It is a very mild dish, but that is what I wanted. The food arrived quickly and was plentiful. Our server Dontae was excellent. He did a great job describing the menu items and was very attentive and personable. The drinks from the bar were great. I had the Carova’s Curse. It was sweet and tasty. The blackberry cobbler was a delicious way to finish the meal and large enough to share. It was topped with a refreshing lemon sorbet. The entree portions were very filling. The decor was lovely and the seating was comfy. We had a window seat which we requested. We were seated quickly and greeted with warmth upon our arrival and departure. The price was comparable to other nice restaurants in the area. Beautiful setting. Interesting options.
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Melaine
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went to an early dinner for our 1 year anniversary. The staff was super friendly and inviting. The food was outstanding! We were not rushed at all. Very pleasant experience and good views too!
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Robert VIP
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great experience. Food and drinks were top notch. Staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. A welcome addition to OBX dining. We will definitely be back soon.
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Leslie
New York City4 reviews
2.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
The menu didn’t have any basic dishes for people with allergies. A lot of ingredients in the options. Gluten free options were absent on the menu. The tuna tar tar was fabulous, the blue crab was skimpy. Maybe 2 tablespoons of meat priced over $20. A lot of tables, too close together. May consider trying again if the menu changes.
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Sherri
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
3.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Expect some inconsistencies as they iron out the kinks here but a welcome and delicious addition to the OBX dining scene! This was our second time visiting and won't be the last. Grab a table at the bar for dinner- comfortable and cool and fast service!
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Sam VIP
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
3.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Incredibly understaffed for a holiday week. We weren’t seated until 25 minutes after our reservation and were put in a corner on top of the patrons next to us. We ordered a bottle of wine immediately when we sat down and that took 20 minutes to come out to us. The crab claw appetizer had no flavor and the tuna tartar was okay. The blue tile entree made up for the rest of the meal though. I’d recommend eating at the bar instead of waiting for a table. Bartenders were super friendly and accommodating. The cocktail list was super creative - I wanted to try every cocktail on the menu
TheodosiaResponded 2 days ago
I hope this reply finds you well. We will continue to focus our attention on the fine details of one’s experience. Thank you for sharing openly with us; We truly appreciate knowing about our guest's experiences so we can celebrate our successes and address our challenges to better serve you in the future. Please let us know when you do return to try the other cocktails in our amazing program at Theodosia! Warm Regards, Firas Ghorab
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Megan
Baltimore / Maryland1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
This brand new restaurant is an incredible addition to the Outerbanks. The food was so fresh & innovative. Highly recommend the fluffy rolls and fish on toast. The cocktails were beautifully made. We did wait about 30 minutes at the bar after our reservation time but still had a great dinner. Highly recommend for anyone looking for fine dining in Duck.
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Steven
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill6 reviews
1.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Certainly! Here’s a one-star restaurant review for Theodosia in Duck, NC, based on your experience: ⸻ ⭐☆☆☆☆ Disappointing Experience Despite Good Food We were hopeful about trying Theodosia, especially with the reputation for good food. And to be fair, the food itself was solid — well-prepared and flavorful. Unfortunately, that’s where the positives end. The service was some of the worst we’ve experienced anywhere. We were given warm water to start, and after ordering drinks, it took 40 minutes for them to arrive — well after we had finished our appetizers. No explanation, no apology. Just completely inattentive and disorganized. When service is this poor, it overshadows the food entirely. We left frustrated and disappointed. There are plenty of other great spots in Duck — we would not recommend this one. One star.
TheodosiaResponded 2 days ago
I hope this reply finds you well. We will continue to focus our attention on the fine details of one’s experience. Thank you for sharing openly with us; We truly appreciate knowing about our guest's experiences so we can celebrate our successes and address our challenges to better serve you in the future. If you want to try Theodosia or any of our other dining outlets, please let me know- we would be more than happy to welcome you again. Warm Regards, Firas Ghorab
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Theodosia is rated 4 stars by 126 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Jul 6, 2025

8:00 PM

Booked 32 times today

1461 Duck Road, Duck, NC 27949

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Duck
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Seafood
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Resort Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Vivian Howard
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Phone number
(252) 261-8419

Theodosia

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