Kelly’s Outer Banks Entertainment in September

Even though the tourist season is coming to an end here on the Outer Banks, Kelly’s Restaurant and Tavern is still keeping the Friday night fun going.

This month Kelly’s is providing us with Outer Banks entertainment from an assortment of entertainers. There is such a big variety of artists that everyone’s sweet tooth should be satisfied. You won’t want to miss the amazing talent coming our way!

September 5 Whiskey Creek – This group was established in 2011 by a group of United States Coast Guard members stationed in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. Their sound is a concoction of classic rock and country, which is a hit with audiences of all ages. 

September 6-7 Borderline Crazy – If you enjoy all genres of music, then this band is the band for you. Borderline Crazy, formed in 2006, is a popular full-time cover band that has shared the stage with artists like C.C.R., Edwin McCain, and Fast Ball. Spend an evening at Kelly’s and enjoy this band’s roster of covered artists such as Led Zeppelin, Bon Jovi, Michael Jackson, Sublime, Alicia Keys, Miranda Lambert, and many more.

September 12 The Freeway Revival Band – This classic all American rock band from Asheville, North Carolina will perform their original music. Freeway Revival’s passion for their music shows in their performance with subtle vocal and guitar harmonies. This band reincarnates American rock and makes you fall in love with their music.

September 13-14 Rich Whiskey – This Virginia cover band is made up of young but seasoned musicians. They play pop, punk, hip-hop, oldies, rock, reggae, and so much more. They have a continuously expanding playlist comprised of music that will make you get up and dance.

September 15 Jennifer Warner – Jennifer Warner is a performer from Virginia Beach, Virginia where she is loved by many fans and friends. She performs all over the United States and even abroad, leaving her audiences wanting more. Jennifer appears in Jenettha J. Baines’ book of 100 Most Influential Gay Entertainers. She is a must see performance while on the Outer Banks. 

September 20-21 Sportsbar Rockstar – This fun trio will surely knock your socks off. Their music is a variety of rock, funk blues, and soul. Their bass player/vocalist, Keith Horne, has played with top artists like Tanya Tucker, Trisha Yearwood, Luke Bryan, and more. Although Sportsbar Rockstar has only been together since 2010, they sound as though they’ve been together for much longer. 

Remember, whether you are a local or a visitor on vacation, you are not experiencing the OBX lifestyle until you’ve enjoyed the Outer Banks entertainment at Kelly’s Restaurant and Tavern. 

Kelly’s Restaurant and Tavern offers the finest cuisine on the Outer Banks, entertainment, and customized catering services for any occasion. Join us for a relaxing dining experience or dance the night away with your friends and family. Kelly’s is located at 2316 South Croatan Highway in Nags Head, North Carolina (US 158 Bypass, Milepost 10.5).

Kelly’s in the Community

In business for almost 30 years, Kelly’s Outer Banks Restaurant and Tavern has been a staunch supporter of the Outer Banks community not only as a successful business but as a mainstay at many Outer Banks events.   Whether for fun or a good cause, Kelly’s insists on giving back to the community that has been so welcoming and good to the business.

A Good Time on the Outer Banks

Probably one of our biggest claims to fame outside the restaurant itself is our involvement in two of the OBX’s major annual events – Taste of the Beach and the St. Patrick’s Day Weekend’s activities.  Taste of the Beach is a huge event that pulls visitors from all over North Carolina and surrounding states to sample locally prepared fares from various Outer Banks restaurants.  We host tasting events and dinners over the weekend as well as enter into the “friendly” restaurant competition.  Over the past few years, our desserts (all made in house) take home the trophy for best dessert while our restaurant as a whole is always a finalist.  Taste of the Beach takes a lot of work but we love participating and attracting new patrons of our restaurant while, at the same time, catering to our dedicated clientele who return weekly for lunch, dinner and drinks at the Tavern.  Being able to hang with our restaurant compadrés is an added bonus.

Over the same weekend (St. Patrick’s Day weekend), we also host the St. Patrick’s Day Parade (the largest St. Patrick’s Day parade in the entire state of North Carolina), the Running of the Leprechaun 8K Race, and the St. Patrick’s Day Extravaganza, a huge traditional Irish dinner with corn beef and cabbage, soda bread and Guinness of course.  “As an Irish family, this holiday is near and dear to our hearts and we cannot imagine not being in the foreground of the entire weekend.   It is who we are,” says Mike Kelly, owner of Kelly’s Restaurant.

A Good Cause for the Outer Banks

On top of all the fun we try to bring to many Outer Banks events, we also know that it is important to give back to our beloved barrier islands.  We are partial to participating and sponsoring OBX events that benefit local organizations. Many times, for major events, we partner with our sister restaurants to sponsor and host events.  One such event is the Annual Charity Golf Tournament which we raise money for the Outer Banks Community Foundation.  Over the years, we have helped (through the golf tournament and other events) raise almost $300,000.

Another event where we are front and center is the Annual OBX Marathon weekend Fun Run on Saturday mornings.  While the proceeds from the weekend’s events go to different charities, we love being part of such a major weekend by sponsoring this event.

Lastly, another way we help local causes is by opening our facility up to in house events, luncheons and dinners.  Couture by the Shore is a luncheon and fashion show benefitting the OBX Relief Foundation.  Events such as this need a venue and Kelly’s is always ready to step up and offer our services to help make it a success.

It is All about Community

Mike Kelly believes in the importance of the community.  “It is all about community,” he says.  “If we did not have the community behind us, we would not be where we are today.  It all comes full circle.”

When you come into Kelly’s for dinner, know that we are here to provide you with an excellent dinner and even a night of live music and dancing if you decide to head over to the Tavern.  But we also want you to remember that we work hard to be an integral part of the community.  We love the Outer Banks and its people.  We just hope they love us as much.

Oh, and by the way, we have sweet potato biscuits waiting for you!

Runners Love the Outer Banks

Whenever vacationers head to the beach, for some reason, they decide to “start running.” We are not sure what causes this phenomenon but it always happens at any beach.

With the Outer Banks being a top vacation spot for summer vacationers, it is very common to see people out running—every level of runner. No matter the time of day, running on the Outer Banks is very cathartic. Whether watching the sun rise over the Atlantic Ocean or taking in the sounds and sights in the preserves or on the trails as the day winds down, running on the Outer Banks is addictive.

While so many run during their stay here, many are unaware of how much runners love the Outer Banks. With an official running club, the OBX Running Club, there are tons of sanctioned and non-sanctioned races throughout the year. Distances vary but one thing is for sure—the races draw runners from all over North Carolina and surrounding states.

The OBX Marathon/Half Marathon is a major race that draws devoted and die-hard runners from all over the country. It takes place annually the second weekend in November and is a favorite long distance race for area and regional marathon runners. Many come with family and friends to spend a relaxing November weekend (absolute best time of the year on the OBX) capping it off with the race. The best part of this race is that there are other shorter distance races and tons of family fun all weekend.

As an established Outer Banks restaurant, Kelly’s Restaurant and Tavern and its sister restaurants sponsor races throughout the year usually by providing food and beverages after races. During the OBX Marathon weekend, Kelly’s plays host to Super Saturday events for runners and spectators. A lot of people seek out Kelly’s just hoping for one of their delectable sweet potato biscuits…ok and maybe an adult beverage or two after the races!

Another hugely popular race is the Kelly’s Running of the Leprechaun 8K which happens over one of the weekends around St. Patrick’s Day.  St. Patrick’s Day is a huge weekend on the Outer Banks and of course Kelly’s is in the center of all of the festivities.  For the 8K, runners and walkers dress in their best green running attire to participate then head to Kelly’s Tavern for the post-race party and even more Outer Banks entertainment. The festivities carry all the way through the weekend with parades and parties.

Whether here for one of the OBX Running Club races or simply to spend a week of vacation, there is nothing like going for a run on the OBX.  Not only are the beaches wide and perfect for a long run, there are lanes for bikers and runners on the roads as well as trails and hills in the maritime forests and nature preserves in Kitty weekly OBX Running Club social runs. Locations vary each week so it is best to check with the OBX Running Club for the upcoming run. They welcome local guests and vacationers to run with them.  Running with locals is a great way to find out the favorite spots that are sometimes kept secret from vacationers.

Make sure to check out the other races throughout the year as well on the OBX Running Club calendar. There are so many from which to choose and they run the gamut in lengths from fun runs to 10Ks to the highly touted marathon in November.

With the Outer Banks Marathon only three months away, now is the time to make plans to spend the weekend here.  As we said earlier, there is no better time to be at the OBX than November.

Services by Kelly’s Outer Banks Restaurant and Tavern

Kelly’s Outer Banks Restaurant and Tavern has served a unique cuisine and featured entertainment for more than 3 million residents and guests of the Outer Banks. We are celebrating more than 28 years of delicious cuisine, coastal hospitality, and a diverse array of entertainment.

Pick-Up and Drop-Off

You can contact Kelly’s, order from our menu, and pick-up the food from our restaurant. If you would like “self-managed catering,” we can prepare your meal directly for serving or for cooking it later on. We will make sure to accommodate your needs.

Kelly’s Outer Banks Restaurant and Tavern delivers as well. We provide free estimates for this service. The meals for delivering will be customized for you and your needs. The meals stay in warming units while the food is delivered to the customer.

Catering

Kelly’s Outer Banks Restaurant and Tavern is the main caterer for the northeastern North Carolina area as well as for some places within southeastern Virginia. We have 25 years of experience with catering services. We have many delicious meals you can order, and we can also customize the meals for you. We provide a variety of catering services and make sure that they meet your expectations. Many types of events can be held in Kelly’s Outer Banks Restaurant and Tavern, but we can also cater for your location.

The full-service catering by Kelly’s Outer Banks Restaurant and Tavern includes a mobile kitchen or cooking units. We prepare for the catering at Kelly’s, and we will come to your location. Components of the catering service include dishes, silverware, serving and banquet tablets, servers, and cooks.

If all of these services are not needed, we can bring the necessary services for your event. Self-directed catering involves the drop-off and pick-up of meals by Kelly’s Outer Banks Restaurant and Tavern. The meals are customized for you and your event. If you have a special recipe, we can make it as well. We are prepared to help you with catering at your special event. For more information on our catering services, contact Kelly’s Outer Banks Restaurant and Tavern at 252-441-4116 or visit the following website: http://kellysrestaurant.com/catering-outer-banks/.

Our Menu

We are proud to have a variety of Outer Banks cuisine at our restaurant. One of our recent specials was the Broiled Grouper and Crab with pineapple orange marmalade. Another special was the Blackened Mahi with green onion vinaigrette and fried capers.

One of our starters on the casual menu is the Fried Green Tomatoes. This consists of Currituck greenies that are fried in cornmeal with a Tabasco pimiento cheese spread. We also recommend the Warm Mushroom Salad, which is sautéed wild mushrooms that are served on the top of baby greens with pecans, goat cheese, and balsamic dressing.

We have unique entrees to choose from as well. Try the Honey-Hickory BBQ Ribs that are served with a regional starch as well as a North Carolina slaw. Are you interested in our Outer Banks restaurant style pasta? Try the Pasta Alfredo pasta, which is our own Alfredo sauce over pasta. You can add chicken, shrimp, or crab.

We know many of our customers are interested in trying unique seafood dishes, and we have many great seafood dishes to choose from at our Outer Banks restaurant. Try the N.C. Seafood Collection, which includes N.C. flounder, shrimp, scallops, and crab cake, either fried or broiled.

We also have delicious desserts that are made every day by award-winning Chef Becky Miller. We know you will enjoy the wide variety of delicious coastal cuisine that we offer at Kelly’s Outer Banks Restaurant and Tavern.

Whether it is by dining in, delivery, pick-ups, or catering, we are excited to serve you and your family at our Outer Banks restaurant. Come to Kelly’s Outer Banks Restaurant and Tavern and have a wonderful dining and entertaining experience.

When and Why You Should Visit Kelly’s Outer Banks Restaurant and Tavern

Kelly’s Outer Banks Restaurant and Tavern has been a proud provider of Outer Banks cuisine as well as entertainment for more than 28 years. We enjoy serving a variety of Outer Banks dishes and providing coastal hospitality and performances.

Weekends

A common misconception during the summer season is that restaurants on the Outer Banks are busier during the weekends and on Mondays. However, the busiest time for restaurants during this season is Tuesday to Thursday. So come and enjoy a delicious Kelly’s Outer Banks Restaurant and Tavern cuisine anytime!

We also have great summer entertainment on the weekends. For more information on events at Kelly’s, click here.

Reservations

Reservations are welcome at Kelly’s Outer Banks Restaurant and Tavern by calling 252-441-4116. Online reservations are also available; they are accepted Monday to Friday until 3 p.m.

Mouth-watering Specialties

Kelly’s Outer Banks Restaurant and Tavern has a wide variety of Outer Banks cuisine that you do not want to miss. One of our favorites is the Coconut Fried Shrimp, which is a large Dare County shrimp that is dredged in flour, sweet coconut milk, and coconut.

Another favorite dish is the “Hatteras Style” Outer Banks Clam Chowder, which is a clear broth chowder that has vegetables, potatoes, and clams.

We serve a great Buffalo Fried Chicken sandwich, which is a deep, lightly breaded and fried chicken breast that is tossed in house Buffalo Sauce. It is served with blue cheese dressing.

We also recommend the Shrimp or Chicken Quesadilla. It is a Cajun-seared shrimp or chicken, and it is combined with cheddar cheese in a flour tortilla. It is served with pico de gallo and spring onion sour cream.

Another great dish to try is our Kelly Wings. The whole wing is served with celery and blue cheese dressing. We can make in different ways, such as BBQ.

One of our latest specials is the Pan-Seared Mahi with Crab and Spicy Thai Vegetable Salad. Visit Kelly’s Outer Banks Restaurant and try these meals and other delicious dishes!

Entertainment

Kelly’s is a great place to visit for diverse Outer Banks entertainment. Performers and entertainers who will be visiting Kelly’s during July and August include

• Cazhmiere;
• Mirage;
• Naomi Black;
• Carbon Jam;
• Krunch;
• Tribal Seeds;
• Jonny Waters and Company;
• Pebble to Pearl; and
• The Original Rhondels.

Kelly’s Outer Banks Restaurant and Tavern has a wide range of entertainment that you do not want to miss!

Catering

We are the premier caterer for northeastern North Carolina as well as certain areas in southeastern Virginia. We have accommodations within our Outer Banks Restaurant and Tavern for small gatherings as well as bigger events.

Kelly’s is a great place for many types of events, which include birthdays, anniversaries, wedding receptions, and business meetings. Through our catering service, we will personalize your meals for your event and needs. We will accommodate for your budget and your desired cuisine.

In addition, if you provide us with a special recipe you would like for us to make, we can make the dish for your event. Catering by Kelly’s Outer Banks Restaurant and Tavern will meet your needs and make sure you are happy with the cuisine.

Stop by at Kelly’s Outer Banks Restaurant and Tavern throughout the year for a diverse cuisine, a variety of entertainment and performances, and a great coastal hospitality experience. We hope to see you soon!

Outer Banks Catering with Kelly’s Restaurant

Let Kelly’s Restaurant dazzle the guests at your Outer Banks catering event.

Kelly’s has been serving customers on the Outer Banks for over 28 years—over 3 million diners, visitors and locals alike. In addition to casual restaurant dining, Kelly’s is proud to be the Outer Banks’ premier caterer.

Your Catering Menu

Kelly’s Catering Menus

To help you get started with developing your meal, please browse our menus of hors d’oeuvres, buffets, and plated dinners. Our plated dinners are served with a salad plus a seasonal vegetable, starch du jour, home-baked rolls and sweet potato biscuits, a homemade dessert, and coffee or tea.

Dish Recreation

Are you craving a dish that you enjoyed at a restaurant or event? We will find out how the chef made it and recreate that meal for you and your guests.

Family Favorites

Do you have a recipe that has a special meaning to you and your family? Simply send us that recipe and we will gladly duplicate it for your catered event.

Specialty Items

Ask about our coffee bars, potato bars, taco bars, bar-b-ques, clam bakes, oyster roasts, hot dog and hamburger picnics, Mediterranean extravaganza, turtle soup, pancakes, shrimp and grits, and more!

Kelly’s Outer Banks Catering Services

We offer 3 different services to meet your needs:

Full Service

Our full-service catering is inclusive. Depending on your menu, we will bring a fully-equipped mobile kitchen or just cooking units. Our chefs complete their prep work at Kelly’s and then deliver to your venue where they will cook on-site.
We supply the dishes, silverware, glassware, table cloths and napkins (basic white), serving and banquet tables, bars, and trash receptacles. Kelly’s provides the servers, bartenders, bus staff, and cooks. Plus, we take everything with us when we leave—including any refuse.
If this is more on-site service than you require, we will happily modify our services to meet your needs.

Drop Off

For those who want to self-manage the catering of their event, Kelly’s will prepare and deliver your customized menu.
We also offer the option to prepare, deliver, and set up a catered meal that meets your specifications.

Pick Up

Take home catering is available for pick-up. Your meal can be ready-to-serve or prepared so that you can cook and serve it later.

Your Event Venue

Our Restaurant From small gatherings to celebrations of up 250 diners, Kelly’s offers a perfect setting for any special event. Contact us about reserving our facility for your special occasion!

Corolla to Ocracoke

Our talented staff will cater at any venue. Some popular destination locations include vacation homes, boats, businesses, parks, and the beach! Relax and be a guest at your own event while Kelly’s delights your guests.
Whether you’re planning a picnic, an open house, a birthday party, a baby shower, a reunion, a reception, an anniversary, or a corporate meeting, Kelly’s will cater your Outer Banks event with mouth-watering cuisine that your guests will rave about for months to come.
From 2 to 1,000 people, we will customize your menu to appeal to your taste, style, and budget. Feel free to make special requests, even unusual ones, or choose from our extensive menus.

Call us at 252-441-4116 or fill out our online catering request form here.

  http://kellysrestaurant.com/outer-banks-catering/

Kelly’s Outer Banks Restaurant Offers Local Seafood

Kelly’s Outer Banks Restaurant is a proud member of Outer Banks Catch.

Outer Banks Catch is a local seafood consortium that seeks to educate about the seafood industry and the importance of sourcing fish from local fishermen.
Did you know that most of the fish that is purchased or served in the United States is imported? Your fish and shellfish like shrimp have an 80% chance of being from Vietnam or China. Be sure to ask for locally sourced fish.
The Outer Banks is a great place to ask for locally sourced fish when you dine out. The Atlantic coast of the Outer Banks is home to one of the most diverse ecological systems that support a wide variety of fish and shellfish throughout the year. Winter is known for oysters and trout. Spring is all about the soft shell crabs while summer is all about the shrimp and fresh tuna. Check out the seafood availability chart located here.
Even more importantly, when you spend one dollar locally on seafood this generates twice the income for the local economy. This is wonderful news for the many local families who have fished these waters for many, many years. This demanding career is part of the local heritage on the Outer Bank of North Carolina.

Fresh, Local Seafood!

At Kelly’s Outer Banks Restaurant, the seafood you are ordering likely came out of the Ocean or the Pamlico or Albermarle sound just a short time before it ends up on your plate.
As we noted above, the offerings are seasonally based. For spring, Kelly’s is offering the following seasonal specialties:

• Ask us about our scrumptious Soft Shell Crabs, which are increasing in size by the day. We offer them fried, sautéed, and stuffed.
• Because our fishermen are now able depart from Oregon Inlet, your catering menu can feature delicious local catch such as fresh Mahi-mahi and Yellowfin Tuna.
• As the winds die down and water temperature increases here on the Outer Banks, the bottomfish are hitting our kitchen. Your Outer Banks catering menu might include delicate fish like Grouper and Tilefish.

Look for these items on the menu and featured nightly as specials. Once you have tasted fresh seafood, you will never want to eat frozen seafood again. Kelly’s Outer Banks Restaurant will make sure that you know the difference.
For over 28 years, with over a million happy customers served, Kelly’s Restaurant has been dishing up delicious food and southern hospitality to visitors and locals alike. You are always welcome at Kelly’s. Call 252.441.4116 to reserve your seat. Or check out our menu here.

 http://kellysrestaurant.com/kellys-outer-banks-restaurant-offers-local-seafood/

Summer Outer Banks Entertainment at Kelly’s Restaurant

Kelly’s Outer Banks Restaurant and Tavern has provided Outer Banks entertainment for more than 28 years.

Kelly’s Restaurant features a variety of mid-sized acts as well as a casual dining experience. The restaurant has a welcoming environment with excellent cuisine as well as Outer Banks entertainment that is featured throughout the year.
Singer and songwriter Pat McGee will perform in June. McGee released his first CD in 1995 and his latest album in 2011. He has been touring throughout the country and is a recording musician. The Pat McGee Band is from Virginia, and McGee has often been considered a “country” singer. For his latest album, he wrote some of the songs by himself and also worked with some of his friends who are in the business. They include Jason Mraz, Stephen Kellogg, and Emerson Hart. Others were also co-writers and guests on songs. McGee will be performing in the Outer Banks as part of his “Down The Hatch” destination concert/vacation experience.

Donavon Frankenreiter will perform in June. Frankenreiter’s latest album features folk songs and many different instruments. “Start Livin’” is Frankenreiter’s fifth full-length album. He is a Hawaii-based singer, guitarist, and songwriter. Frankenreiter considers his latest album a love album, and many of the album’s songs are about his family and life in Hawaii. Dave Johnson will start the show. He is from Virginia Beach. Johnson’s genres include alternative, rock, and blues rock. He plays at a variety of events and has a dedicated fan base. Mia Dyson will perform after Johnson. Dyson is an independent artist from Australia and is based in Los Angeles. Her genres include rock and roll, the blues, and Americana. Her latest album is “The Moment,” and she is opening for Frankenreiter for East Coast shows.

Krunch will perform in June and August. The band plays a diverse array of energetic music from classic rock and pop to dance music and today’s famous songs. Each member of the band has been performing in cover bands and original bands for more than 20 years. The band consists of four members, and it is a dance party band. Krunch has become one of the most well-known cover bands. The band enjoys playing popular music and has live shows with light shows. Krunch has stage experience and plays popular music at a variety of events and occasions.

Jonny Waters & Company will perform in July and August. The band was founded in 2010. The band’s four multi-talented musicians are from Eastern North Carolina. Jonny Waters & Company won the OBX Entertainment 2012 Band of the Year award. Waters started his music career while performing in his hometown marching band. He has played music with many friends, and his music influences include being raised on a farm, spending time on the Albemarle Sound, his involvement in the U.S. Army, and writing and recording famous songs. Jonny Waters & Company plays a diverse array of genres including country, Southern rock, the blues, and trop-rock.

The Calendar of Events that is featured on Kelly’s Restaurant’s website provides a schedule of performances for your Outer Banks entertainment. The schedule is constantly updated to provide you with the latest information on Outer Banks entertainment at Kelly’s Restaurant. For more information, visit http://kellysrestaurant.com/outer-banks-events-entertainment/month/.

Kelly’s Restaurant is proud to host a variety of Outer Banks entertainment in addition to a casual restaurant experience for Outer Banks residents and visitors. Kelly’s Restaurant is one of the most popular places on the Outer Banks for dining and music.

Visit Kelly’s Restaurant this summer to experience delicious food and excellent Outer Banks entertainment.

 http://kellysrestaurant.com/summer-outer-banks-entertainment-at-kellys-restaurant/

Kelly’s Restaurant: An Outer Banks Restaurant with Local Seafood Specials

The Outer Banks has many special features, and one of them is our fresh and local seafood. The Atlantic Ocean and the sounds that surround the Outer Banks are home to a diverse array of marine animals from mahi-mahi, shrimp, and tuna in the summer to flounder, clams, and oysters in the winter. There is always a wide variety of local and healthy seafood available on the Outer Banks. Kelly’s Restaurant, an Outer Banks restaurant, is proud to provide a variety of fresh Outer Banks seafood dishes and specials throughout the year. 

Kelly’s Restaurant is a member of the Outer Banks Catch , a program that provides information about the advantages of local and seasonal seafood. Members of the Outer Banks Catch strive to inform others about the importance of buying seafood from local fisherman and the importance of buying seafood that is available in the season. Local seafood is healthier and has a better taste compared to frozen seafood that is shipped from other areas. More than 50 percent of the seafood options on the menu at Kelly’s Restaurant are local Outer Banks Catch. Kelly’s Restaurant understands the importance of fresh and local seafood. 

Kelly’s Restaurant is proud to provide fresh and healthy Outer Banks seafood to residents and visitors. We understand the importance of the fishing industry and serving fresh seafood dishes. For more than 28 years, we have provided delicious food, including local seafood, a casual dining experience, and a variety of entertainment. We are excited for you to try our Outer Banks seafood specials and know you will enjoy the fresh and local seafood that the Outer Banks offers.

Seafood that is available during the summer in the Outer Banks includes grouper, blue crabs, Spanish mackerel, mahi-mahi, shrimp, and tuna. Kelly’s Restaurant enjoys preparing in-season seafood specials for residents and visitors. Recent seafood specials at Kelly’s Restaurant include a mixed grill of tuna, salmon, and shrimp with a wasabi creme fraiche served with starch and vegetable; garlic-seared mahi-mahi with jumbo lump crab and saffron-braised Belgium endive; a seafood bouillabaisse of sautéed clams, shrimp, and peppers in a saffron broth; a pan-fried jumbo soft shell crab dinner; and herb sautéed tilefish with marinated tomatoes and mozzarella with basil vinaigrette. 

The fishing industry is an important industry in the Outer Banks, and it plays an important role in the local economy. The Outer Banks has many experienced commercial fishermen. According to the Outer Banks Catch, in 2001, which was the last time the state released a list of commercial fisherman based on the county, more than 1,000 commercial fishermen were located in Currituck, Dare, Hyde, and Tyrrell counties. Commercial fishermen help to provide the fresh seafood, such as crab, fish, clam, and shrimp, to Outer Banks residents and visitors. Commercial fishermen aim to provide the best and healthiest seafood to Outer Banks residents and visitors. 

Purchasing local Outer Banks seafood is a better choice compared to seafood from other areas because of local seafood’s numerous benefits. Local seafood is healthier, safer, and fresher compared to seafood that is shipped from other places. It is more sustainable. Eating seafood from our local water sources benefits the Outer Banks economy and the local fishing industry. Local seafood also has a better quality and a better taste compared to frozen seafood. 

Kelly’s Restaurant understands the importance and the benefits of local seafood and strives to provide local seafood specials for you to enjoy. The Outer Banks restaurant has a variety of seafood dishes and specials available. Visit Kelly’s Restaurant for a casual and entertaining dining experience and try our healthy, fresh, and local Outer Banks seafood.