Ocean Blvd Bistro and Martini Bar

Name: Ocean Blvd Bistro and Martini Bar
Address: 4700 N Virginia Dare Trail, Kitty Hawk, NC, United States, 27949
Telephone: (252) 261-2546
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

2305 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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Ocean Boulevard Bistro and Martini Bar is an upscale dining restaurant on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. We are open nightly for dinner and drinks through all seasons. We pride ourselves in using fresh local and regional ingredients, in season, to create interesting and flavorful meals. We have a comprehensive wine list and have been awarded "Best of the Beach - 2014-2017" for our Martini Bar. We also have an oceanside patio, across the street from the beach, for drinks and waiting. If your reservation can not be completed online, please call us at 252-261-2546 to inquire about special seating arrangements.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 30, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

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Takeout

(252) 261-2546

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Seafood
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(252) 261-2546
Website
http://obbistro.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Donny King
Catering
We are capable of providing food and cocktails for a large variety of events, on- or off-premise. We often host birthdays, anniversaries, rehearsal dinners, pharmaceutical dinners, etc. in the restaurant. For larger events such as wedding receptions and large scale anniversary parties, we can cater in your rental property or selected banquet area with a full scale, personally designed menu.
Private party facilities
Within the restaurant, we are capable of seating as many as 22 people upstairs for a semi-private event. In our wine room, we can accommodate up to 12. If needed, we can book the downstairs dining area to handle up to 60.
Private party contact
Donny King: (252) 261-2546

Location
4700 N Virginia Dare Trail, Kitty Hawk, NC 27949
Neighborhood
Kitty Hawk
Cross street
Eckner St.
Parking details
Our private lot is on the side of the restaurant by the front door. When the lot becomes full, we have access to alternate lots in cooperation with the Beachwoods Property Group. These parking lots are located just beyond our adjacent lot, to the west.
Entertainment
After Dinner (10:00pm) on Friday Nights we offer live music with local and regional bands until 1:30am. During the Spring, Summer and Fall, we often have a solo acoustic performer on our Oceanside patio.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

She Crab Soup$12.00
with creamy Sherry & garlic Croutons
Fried Green Tomatoes$8.00
Blue Cheese Dressing + Capers & Red Onion
Angus Beef Fried Rice$12.00
Sautéed Beef, Spiced Jasmine Rice, Spring Vegetables, Garlic, Ginger & Egg + sweet Chili Sauce
Tuna Poke Bowl*$10.00
Raw Tuna, Lime-Cilantro Dressing, Sticky Rice, toasted Seeds, pickled Cucumber, Carrot + Sweet Soy & Chili Sauces
Sautéed NC Shrimp & Grits$12.00
Cheddar heirloom Grits + Trinity Vegetables & Smoked Paprika spiced "Gravy"
Fried Chicken Livers$9.00
Toasted English Muffin BLT + Lemon-Hot Sauce (?) Aioli
P.E.I. Mussels$11.00
White Wine, fresh Dill, Lemon + Crostini
Spicy Wild Boar Meatballs$13.00
House made Linguine, dried Tomato-Brie Cheese Cream, wilted Spinach, Lemon + Pine Nuts
Pepper Seared Rare Tuna Sashimi*$14.00
Baby Shiitake-Wheat Noodle Salad, crisp Wonton, Nori pickled Cucumbers, Ika Salad, pickled Ginger + Soy-Dashi Sauce and Wasabi

Greens

Seven Lettuce Salad$10.00
Field Greens, toasted Pistachios, Goat Cheese, Red Onions, caramelized Red Grapes, Indian Curry Oil + creamy Pistachio Dressing
Classic OB Caesar*$9.00
Crisp Romaine, Pecorino Cheese, toasted Croutons + Lemon-White Anchovy Dressing
Bistro Salad$12.00
Mixed Greens, Pimiento Cheese Crostini, roast Corn, Tomatoes, Hard Boiled Egg, Sunflower Seeds + Creamy Scallion-Buttermilk Dressing

Big Plates

Pan Roasted Duck Breast*$32.00
Herbed Pecorino Polenta "Fries, " (Panel?) wilted Kale, roasted Red Peppers & Pine Nuts + (Both?) Black Pepper Honey & Orange-Grand Marnier Preserves
Grilled Duroc Pork Chop$28.00
Cast Iron baked Cornbread, creamy Summer Slaw + Bread & Butter Pickles
Grilled Yellowfin Tuna*$27.00
Cheddar heirloom Grits, NC Shrimp + Trinity Vegetables & Smoked Paprika spiced "Gravy"
Roast Half Chicken$25.00
Smashed & Fried Potatoes, Shrimp, sautéed Summer Vegetables + Green Olive Tapenade
Panko Crusted Jumbo Lump Crabcake$31.00
Creamy Summer Vegetable, Bean & Potato Succotash + Green Tomato Relish
Pan Seared Sea Scallops$31.00
Roast Corn & Mushroom Risotto + Basil Pesto
Roasted Six Bone Rack of Lamb*$32.00
Grain Salad with Field Peas, local Tomatoes, Feta Cheese, Lemon, Parsley & Virgin Olive Oil + Minted Tatziki Sauce
Grilled Angus Beef Tenderloin or New York Strip*
Potato Hash of Peppers, Onions, roast Corn & Kale + Charred Tomato Steak Sauce
- Tenderloin$35.00
- N.Y. Strip$29.00

What 2,305 people are saying

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

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OpenTable Diner
Jacksonville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
This place is amazing. Nice fine dining feel and everything was nothing short of spectacular. The server was polite and just a joy to speak to. The bread was amazing and that was just the bread so we knew the food would be out of this world. Which it was. I had the roasted chicken and my wife had the lamb chops. Both were a 5 out of 5. If we lived in the area this would be a spot we would have to go to on almost every special occasion or date night.
d
dearaddie
New York Area
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of the best dining experiences on the Banks-esp the food!
JN
JaneN
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The special entree Rock Fish tonight was out of this world! And of course the Rosy Cheek’s won these ladies over! Great Meal and Evening!
CH
CherylH
Washington DC
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on March 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We've never been to this restaurant but have wanted to go for quite some time. I'm so glad we did and on my boyfriend's birthday no less. The menu was varied and very delicious. The martini was incredible as well. We shall most definitely return!
JA
JoAnnE
Wilmington
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
From our drinks to apps, our dinner to dessert everything was so delicious and wonderful! We never feel rushed. Such a top of the line experience! Our waiter Todd was helpful and all the staff are attentive. Thanks for a memorable birthday!
C
Coffeeguy
Richmond
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was a special occasion for us and they went above and beyond to help us celebrate . Food was outstanding , as always. Drinks are expertly done. Highly recommend.
JL
JimL
Wilmington
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ocean Boulevard ROCKS! Oksana is a fabulous server and real treasure.
L
Luvsafind
Washington DC
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Consistently delicious food- duck is the best! Fine-dining in the OBX.
JD
JanD
Chicago
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on March 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Enjoyed the St.Patrick’s menu at the “kitchen table.” Tuna sashimi starter is always fantastic- the noodles are especially yummy. Specked trout and lamb were our entrees. Both prepared extremely well. A special treat was a side of “colcannon” - Irish mashed potatoes. The addition of bacon made it extra comforting! Juan Carlos is an excellent server.
WR
WilliamR
Charleston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great meal and great service! Really enjoyed our experience!
RF
RedFishFan
Chicago
44 reviews
4.0
44 reviews
Dined on March 17, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience5
We enjoyed our dinner at the Ocean Boulevard Bistro and Martini Bar. The service was excellent - our waiter was very pleasant and attentive. We were a bit surprised that our Classic Martinis, although tasting fine, came with a slush consistency. Our dinners were good. The brie and fig tart appetizer was excellent, as was the fish of the day selection. The scallops were seared on one side only, and the chicken dish was a bit tough. So, overall the experience was a good one.
KD
KarenD
Wilmington
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sit at the bar for a great experience. Martinis are the best on the beach! I live here so I know what I’m talking about. Food is consistently good.
LI
LInda
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 15, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience4
Food just okay, nothing special. Menu said risotto but was just plain rice. Fish under seasoned. Pricey. Unusual mix of vegetables, not really complementary to the entree.
EF
ErikF
Pittsburgh
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of the best fine dining experience for miles!! Always consistent and the quality of the food to the service is top notch!
D
David
Wilmington
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Superb as always. Thank you for another great evening.
JG
JenniferG
New York Area
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The evening was lovely. The food was exquisite and the service was outstanding.
D
Datenight
Philadelphia
65 reviews
vip
5.0
65 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
As usual the staff and kitchen were amazing. From the appetizer to the deserts the food was excellent. Our server Maria was superb, always a friendly face. We eat here every time we are down. Thanks for a great evening.
A
Angela
Richmond
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Quiet dinner, perfect ambience, great choices on the menu all contributed. To a wonderful dinner with my BFF
DR
DavidR
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and experience were excellent as always. Thanks!
AE
AEMassie
Baltimore
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I would give this place 100 stars if I could! We had a girl’s night out and Ocean Boulevard was the perfect venue choice. Everything– from the friendly service to the food to the obviously creative and delicious drinks– was amazing. Thank you so much to our beautiful server for being so attentive and friendly, and thank you to the bartender for the stunning drinks. Already looking forward to my next visit!
M
Mamascat
New York Area
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great restaurant! Never fails to amaze us!! Former service and drinks- all spectacular!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Wilmington
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Birthday. Ocean Blvd is one of our favorite restaurants.
GS
GeniaS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
OB is our go-to-place for an awesome meal while enjoying a great atmosphere. Our out of town company always look forward to it! We recently went for a birthday celebration and it was a perfect evening from start to finish. Thank you OB!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on February 24, 2023
overall2food2service5ambience1
Service was outstanding, our server was Tom. The shrimp crab soup and ceaser salad were very good. We both ordered the tenderloin and it wasn’t seasoned at all, had to ask for salt. Once adding salt it was ok but would not order again. Doubt we will ever go back.
GL
GLT0819
Las Vegas
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 21, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great menu for Fat Tuesday! From appetizers of gumbo and seven lettuce salad to entrees of Étouffée and Chicken over jambalaya to the Beignet Banana Foster all very good for not being in NOLA! Wonderful service and a very enjoyable experience
LL
LaurieL
Baltimore
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Maria, our server was awesome! Will be back for sure!
J
John
Wilmington
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I would appreciate a phone call from Donnie Johnson to discuss a 90th birthday dinner o Thursday March 16 at 6;00pm with Jeffrey as server. I have already round table on second floor for 9 people. My cell is 252-202-4289
JL
JimL
Wilmington
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ocean Boulevard is THE place for fine dining in the Outer Banks. Nothing comes close. You can count on fantastic food, an awesome staff, and wonderful ambiance.
L
Luvsafind
Washington DC
16 reviews
vip
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience5
Delicious and creative food on a consistent basis.
BS
BrianS
New York Area
35 reviews
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
One of our absolute favorite restaurants in OBX. Food is consistently outstanding. Ocean Blvd was the first restaurant we went to when we were looking for a property and we go back at least once a year.
D
Dixon
Wilmington
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience3
Salads were good. Entrees were overcooked. Wait staff excellent.
CL
ChrisL
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a great find. We went twice over a three day weekend.
r
rictroast
Washington DC
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
We have eaten at this restaurant at least 3 times a year since we became part-time residents some 15 years ago. We have never been disappointed with the selection of well-prepared dinners and drinks and deserts. The complete dinner price was reasonable and much less than other "better" restaurants in the OBX. The only complaint might be the lack of space between tables, but I understand the need to supply the desire of many people to have a delicious dinner at the Ocean Blvd Bistro.
JA
JoAnnE
Wilmington
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
THE SERVICE WAS GREAT, AS ALWAYS! lOVED THE FOOD AND BRYAN OUR SERVER WAS VERY HELPFUL. I HAD THE tUNA SPECIAL WHICH WAS VERY ELEGANT AND MY HUSBAND ASKED FOR SOMETHING OTHER THAN THE TUNA FOR HIS SIMPLLE MENU CHOICE AND HAD THE CHOICE OF PUPPY DRUM OR MAHI! DELICIOUS!
h
hlleidy
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Message from my mother: "We have been having a lovely dinner at Ocean Boulevard, and Oksana has been taking such great care of us!! We so wish you were here with us!! Dad is having such fun!! Love and miss you!!!🤗🤗😘😘💕💕"Oksana just brought us these incredible deserts from you!!!!! Can you believe they had red velvet cheesecake?!!! Dad is so excited!!!" I think that says it all! Thank you, OB team + Oksana for making my dad's birthday so special.
R
Robert
Western NC
29 reviews
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
excellent food
MR
MichaelR
Philadelphia
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome St. Valentine’s Day menu with wine pairings! Everything was incredible from the amuse bouche through to the dessert with a finishing port. For our entrees, we had the puppy drum and duck which were both fantastic.
GL
GLT0819
Las Vegas
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Valentines dinner..set menu and we chose the wine pairing with it. Absolutely fabulous….puppy drum for me and the duck for my husband as the main course…both were spot on and the sides held up on their own! The chowder had amazing flavors and plenty of seafood! I’m typically not a dessert person but could not pass on the cobbler and glad I didn’t. Did I mention wine pairing?! We chose one of the each for the soup and main course… happy to say the wines were well chosen for the menu and were not “tasting pours” as I’ve sometime experienced with pairings. We look forward to our next visit !
SD
StephanieD
Wilmington
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
AThe food is the best. Service could have been a little more attentive, but overal ver very good.
SG
SmoothG
Philadelphia
102 reviews
vip
5.0
102 reviews
Dined on February 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We are never disappointed. The Sirloin was done to perfection and the Mahi was the best I have had anywhere. Loved the crab issue soup, very creamy. And the velvet cheesecake was to die for. I can’t say enough about Maria our server. Outstanding. Can’t wait to go back.

FAQs

Ocean Blvd Bistro and Martini Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (252) 261-2546.

Ocean Blvd Bistro and Martini Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 2305 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 30, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(252) 261-2546

Google Map for Ocean Blvd Bistro and Martini Bar

4700 N Virginia Dare Trail, Kitty Hawk, NC 27949

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Eckner St.
Neighborhood
Kitty Hawk
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Our private lot is on the side of the restaurant by the front door. When the lot becomes full, we have access to alternate lots in cooperation with the Beachwoods Property Group. These parking lots are located just beyond our adjacent lot, to the west.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Donny King
Entertainment
After Dinner (10:00pm) on Friday Nights we offer live music with local and regional bands until 1:30am. During the Spring, Summer and Fall, we often have a solo acoustic performer on our Oceanside patio.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://obbistro.com/
Phone number
(252) 261-2546
Catering
We are capable of providing food and cocktails for a large variety of events, on- or off-premise. We often host birthdays, anniversaries, rehearsal dinners, pharmaceutical dinners, etc. in the restaurant. For larger events such as wedding receptions and large scale anniversary parties, we can cater in your rental property or selected banquet area with a full scale, personally designed menu.
Private party facilities
Within the restaurant, we are capable of seating as many as 22 people upstairs for a semi-private event. In our wine room, we can accommodate up to 12. If needed, we can book the downstairs dining area to handle up to 60.
Private party contact
Donny King: (252) 261-2546

Ocean Blvd Bistro and Martini Bar

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Roast Half Chicken

Roasted Semi-Boneless Half Chicken

Seven Lettuce Salad

Starters

She Crab Soup$12.00

Fried Green Tomatoes$8.00

Angus Beef Fried Rice$12.00

Tuna Poke Bowl*$10.00

Sautéed NC Shrimp & Grits$12.00

Fried Chicken Livers$9.00

P.E.I. Mussels$11.00

Spicy Wild Boar Meatballs$13.00

Pepper Seared Rare Tuna Sashimi*$14.00

Greens

Seven Lettuce Salad$10.00

Classic OB Caesar*$9.00

Bistro Salad$12.00

Big Plates

Pan Roasted Duck Breast*$32.00

Grilled Duroc Pork Chop$28.00

Grilled Yellowfin Tuna*$27.00

Roast Half Chicken$25.00

Panko Crusted Jumbo Lump Crabcake$31.00

Pan Seared Sea Scallops$31.00

Roasted Six Bone Rack of Lamb*$32.00

Grilled Angus Beef Tenderloin or New York Strip*

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