Cafe Pamlico

4.8

344 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

Great for scenic views
Charming
Neighborhood gem

Cafe Pamlico's mission is to provide a world class dining experience through exceptional food, outstanding detail oriented service, an inspired wine and cocktail program, and gracious attentive Southern hospitality. Our contemporary coastal cuisine is driven by locally sourced seafood, meats, and produce. Our menu changes frequently in accordance with the fresh ingredients our chefs discover on the island, most notably the fresh local seafood we feature. The fish we serve each evening is frequently taken from the nets of friends that very morning. We are committed to supporting local farmers and artisan food producers first, sustainable resources second, and organic third.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 8:00 am–11:00 am Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Sun 8:00 am–1:00 pm
Phone number
(252) 995-4500
Website
https://www.innonpamlicosound.com/dining/
Payment options
Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
49684 NC Highway 12, Buxton, NC 27920
Neighborhood
Buxton
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

What 344 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cafe Pamlico offers an exceptional dining experience with "fabulous food and service," highlighted by breathtaking views and a "romantic outdoor setting." The atmosphere is enhanced by "chill live music" and attentive staff. While some dishes vary, most reviews praise the "amazing" meals and "superior service," making it a highly recommended destination.

344 Reviews

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Elizabeth
VIP
E. Tennessee
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
The food was only average at best. The place wasn't super clean. Junky in places. Loud children. Slow service.
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Bill
Washington DC
9 reviews
3.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We've been to Cafe Pamlico several times and it's been good - a step above the other local restaurants. The last two times it's been just okay for the price point. But the New Year's Eve dinner... the service was great but the food was mediocre. It was a four course dinner - soup, appetizer, entree, dessert. The onion soup was good. The oyster appetizer had so many flavors going on you couldn't taste the oyster. I ordered the seafood special which was served over a rice kind of medley. The rice was just ok but the fish was very dry and had no little flavor. I had just a couple of bites and declined to take the rest home. Our waiter said that other diners had said the same thing. Given that, it would have been nice if they'd taken a bit off the $300 bill. Yes, there was a bottle of wine in that price tag but it was a large bill for mediocre food. I doubt we'll go back.
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pam
Baltimore
22 reviews
4.0
22 reviews
Dined on December 29, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Nice brunch! Great choice of mimosas and other brunch drinks. Food was good - nice variety of options. My entree was shrimp and grits and it was a little small compared to others at the table and my friends grilled cheese was light on cheese. Other than that, we really enjoyed ourselves. The live music and view really added to the atmosphere.
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Ivy
VIP
Washington DC
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on December 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was fabulous! We are visiting Nags Head with my parents and made a special trip to Cafe Pamlico for brunch to celebrate my dads birthday. Everyone had great time!
Cafe PamlicoResponded on December 30, 2024
Ivy, thank you SO much! Pls come back, bring friends and post your review to TripAdvisor and Yelp :-)
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Edward
Richmond
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Superior in every way possible. From food, to service, to ambience!!
Cafe PamlicoResponded on December 30, 2024
Edward, thank you SO much! Pls come back, bring friends and post your review to TripAdvisor and Yelp :-)
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Michael
Atlanta
29 reviews
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous food and service. Dallas is fantastic server with great hospitality. Love this place.
Cafe PamlicoResponded on December 22, 2024
Michael, thank you SO much! Pls come back, bring friends and post your review to TripAdvisor and Yelp :-)
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Michael
Atlanta
29 reviews
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on December 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Fabulous food as always. Great wine pairings. Excellent service
Cafe PamlicoResponded on December 17, 2024
Michael, thank you SO much! Pls come back, bring friends and post your review to TripAdvisor and Yelp :-)
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April
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cute place. Excellent food and attentive staff. Will visit again.
Cafe PamlicoResponded on December 7, 2024
April, thank you SO much! Pls come back, bring friends and post your review to TripAdvisor and Yelp :-)
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David
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place exceeded any expectations. Great location. Excellent view. Fantastic food and spirits. Thoroughly enjoy this place every time I go. Highly recommend.
Cafe PamlicoResponded on December 10, 2024
David, thank you SO much! Pls come back, bring friends and post your review to TripAdvisor and Yelp :-)
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Rick
VIP
Washington DC
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing Turkey Day experience. Great food and great service.
Cafe PamlicoResponded on November 30, 2024
Rick, thank you SO much! Pls come back, bring friends and post your review to TripAdvisor and Yelp :-)
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49684 NC Highway 12, Buxton, NC 27920

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Buxton
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 8:00 am–11:00 am Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Sun 8:00 am–1:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.innonpamlicosound.com/dining/
Phone number
(252) 995-4500

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Popular dishes

Tuna NC GF

Shrimp

Shrimp & Grits NC GF

Menu

What 344 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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