Gearing up for your upcoming vacation in Duck? Vacation anticipation is one of the hallmarks of the packing process. Downtown Duck is bustling with restaurants, shops, and good tiny southern town hallmarks! We’ve gathered Twiddy’s vacation favorites of Duck to narrow down your pre-vacation planning. Snacks Sips Shopping Adventure NC Coast Grill & Bar NC Coast Grill & Bar Craving some vacation spoiling? Look no further than NC Coast Grill & Bar on the soundfront. Enjoy the sunset on the sound with a seasonally crafted meal bursting with local produce and seafood. Pro tip: Try the Chef’s Specialty Board, which includes a variety of small bites that allow you to try various local delicacies. AQUA Restaurant AQUA Restaurant is the idyllic OBX indoor-outdoor dining experience! Nightly live music, beautiful Currituck Sound views, and outdoor seating create the perfect ambiance for a vacation night out! Locally sourced ingredients are at the forefront of AQUA’s contemporary, regionally-inspired menu and pair perfectly with their handcrafted cocktails. Check out our recent blog post highlighting AQUA Restaurant! Coastal Cravings In the heart of Duck is the jack-of-all-trades restaurant Coastal Cravings. From indulgent breakfasts to savory lunches and dinners, Coastal Cravings has something to satisfy everyone’s appetite. Looking to bring something home for your post-beach bounty? Coastal Cravings offers delicious seafood pots to-go and other to-go offers for pickup at their handy drive-thru window! Roadside Bar & Grill Right off NC Route 12 is Roadside Bar & Grill, the perfect place for a calm night out filled with live music, great food, and handcrafted drinks. The restaurant offers a wide variety of mouthwatering meals and a great dining experience. The Backside Bar is tucked behind the original village cottage, where you can often find live music, yard games, and always a good time! Duck’s Cottage Nestled in the Duck Waterfront Shops, visit Duck’s Cottage, one of the top OBX coffee shops, for your morning cup of joe. A reviving cup of freshly brewed coffee, various pastries, and an assortment of books is the perfect recipe for a tranquil Outer Banks day. Pro tip: Try the Mucky Duck for a sweet morning treat and grab a bag of Coconut Crunch beans to take home. Tap Shack Another fun place in Duck tucked away behind Coastal Cravings, Tap Shack is one of our favorites! The lively atmosphere, a wide variety of drinks, and a dog-friendly environment are just some of the reasons Tap Shack is one of the most popular OBX beer spots! Swells’a Brewing Duck Dive Bar A true hidden gem in Duck is Swells’a Brewing Duck Dive Bar behind Scarborough Lane Shoppes. This laid-back bar is situated beneath beautiful live oak trees in the heart of Duck Village. Duck Waterfront Shops Top off your Outer Banks vacation with a soundfront shopping spree at Duck Waterfront Shops. Wander the Duck waterfront boardwalk, where over 27 shops, boutiques, and restaurants are sprawled along the Currituck Sound. From cute, modern boutiques like Amity to delicious food at Coastal Cantina, everyone will enjoy a beach break at the shops! Scarborough Faire Shopping Village Searching for a charming shopping experience with unique local goodies? Look no further than Scarborough Faire! Start your shopping trip with coffee and a homemade biscuit at Treehouse Cafe + Coffee. Get your OBX souvenirs at Gray’s, a family-owned and operated retail store in business since 1948. Scarborough Lane Shoppes Scarborough Lane Shoppes offers local Outer Banks shops and restaurants. At locally-owned Birthday Suits, you can shop for a new bathing suit or cover-up. You can also spend some time browsing the vintage and vinyl finds at Finest Flotsam. Take a break and get a drink at Swells’a Brewing Duck Dive Bar. Grab a pizza from Duck Pizza before returning to your vacation home. Parasail over the Currituck Sound Nor’banks Sailing & Watersports offers a wide variety of activities on the water. Choose to parasail high in the sky or rent a jet ski to get an adrenaline rush as you zip around. For those who’d prefer a calmer experience on the sound, consider stand-up paddleboarding or kayaking. Do Yoga on the Duck Town Green Begin your day with a yoga class on the Duck Town Green as part of their summer event series. Instructors from Duck Village Yoga will guide you through a practice that includes breathwork and meditation. Learn to Surf There’s no better feeling than gliding down a wave on a surfboard. Kitty Hawk Kites offers beginner surfing lessons for ages 7 and up at Sanderling Resort in northern Duck. Or choose to learn by yourself! Rent a board from Ocean Atlantic Rentals and paddle out. Be sure to check local surf conditions beforehand. There are many options to choose from during your stay in Duck. Call or text a Twiddy vacation specialist by phone at (252) 457-1100 or text (888) 252-2598 for more vacation favorites in Duck. Let the vacation countdown begin! Twiddy & Company Share this Article Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email Copy Link