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Awful Arthur's Oyster Bar


4.0 of 5 stars 53 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: Seafood
  • Price range: £6-9 ($10-$15)

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5 of 5 stars
Winston-Salem, NC
16 Oct 2009

I can't come to the Outer Banks without going to Awful Arthur's. The place is a local's hangout as well as a poular destination for tourists. The food and atmosphere are completely casual. It is not fine dining, but is unsurpassed at what it does. The steamed shellfish are always perfect. I have been coming her for 20 years and... more

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3 of 5 stars
Suffolk, Virginia
13 Oct 2009

Fun scene for lunch dinning. Great raw bar choices and cold beer. The topside bar offers a beautiful view of the Atlantic across the street. Enjoy!! more

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5 of 5 stars
Maryland
13 Oct 2009

My husband and I ate here during our recent stay to Kill Devil Hills. We quickly found out why it's a hot spot in Kill Devil Hills. The wait staff was very friendly and attentive. The menu is quite extensive and everything that we sampled was delicious. Compared to other restaurants with similar menu items, we thought the prices were... more

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4 of 5 stars
Harrisonburg,VA
12 Oct 2009

As always we eat at Awful Arther's a couple of times during out stay at the Outerbanks and always enjoy it. We've been eating here since 2001 and usally make it to the Outebanks once or twice a year. We always stop in for the seafood or some tasty grilled fish. I love the marinated Tuna or Mahi for dinner... more

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3 of 5 stars
Raleigh, North Carolina
12 Oct 2009

This restaurant was recommended by our hotel and has received generally good ratings. We were there in October when the crowds are low and the wait was short. In spite of the season, we needed 20 minutes to get a table at 7:00. the upstairs bar was occupied by mostly very loud locals who where not very happy having to... more

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5 of 5 stars
Pennsylvania
30 Sep 2009

We ate here three times in two weeks. Drove from Corolla to get away from the high priced mall situated restaurants. Loved the food, atmosphere, friendly bartenders and waitresses. Cannot say enough good things about the restaurant. more

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5 of 5 stars
Clinton, NY
21 Sep 2009

Based on the recent trip advisor reviews and the Awful Arthur's website we decided to try it for lunch and we are really glad that we did!!! As other reviewers noted, the crab and lobster bisque can't be beat. The crab dip was very yummy as were the lunch sandwiches. Since we are off the high season there weren't any... more

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5 of 5 stars
ohio
11 Sep 2009

We were recommended this place from a local, and it turned out to be one of the best around! We had a great time and craze it every year! The food was spectacular! The staff was awesome! I highly recommend AA! more

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4 of 5 stars
NY
4 Sep 2009

Finally, a place that knows how to serve fresh steamed seafood. Had a great combo plate and ordered seconds. The service was below par, but that was the only cloud in an otherwise shiny silver lining. more

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5 of 5 stars
Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
2 Sep 2009

We've been coming to the Kitty Hawk area for 15+ years, and Awful Arthur's is always a tradition for us - at least one meal each visit. We try other places only to regret we didn't return to Awful's. The raw oysters are dependably fresh and delicious and reasonably priced - the best anywhere - and the grilled fish sandwiches... more

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Awful Arthur's Oyster Bar Address

2106 N Virginia Dare Trl, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948-7946
Tel: 252 441 5955
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.