Nags Head and Area Shopping Outer Banks NC

Beach Memories

2236 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 10
Nags Head
(252) 441-7277

Shop here for all your scrapbook supplies. Scrapbooking is a great way to archive your memories by displaying photos and memorabilia. Beach Memories has scrapbook pages for all occasions like weddings, birthdays and, of course, vacations. The store also carries specialty items for attractions on the Outer Banks, such as the lighthouses, the N.C. Aquarium, The Lost Colony, the Wright Brothers National Memorial and more.

Beach Waves Too Salon by the Sea

7531 S. Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head/Manteo Causeway
Nags Head
(252) 480-9992

Beach Waves Too is a full-service hair salon with a great view of the sound. Call for an appointment.

Bear Drugs

4711 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 14
Nags Head
(252) 441-1252

Bear Drugs is a locally owned compounding drugstore. The pharmacists are helpful, and they stock diabetic and home healthcare supplies.

Bear Drugs

4200 Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 2.5, connected to Regional Medical Center
Kitty Hawk
(252) 261-7999

Bear Drugs is a locally owned compounding drugstore. The pharmacists are helpful, and they stock diabetic and home healthcare supplies.

Belk

1732 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 7
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 480-2355

The Belk department store offers clothing, swimwear, shoes and accessories for the whole family. In the summer the swimsuit selection is huge, and year round Belk offers great sales. They also have a house wares department and cosmetics counters.

Bellalago Salon

5400 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 1
Kitty Hawk
(252) 255-0635

In association with Top Nails, this is a full-service salon offering everything from haircuts and color to massage. They also offer bed tanning and Mystic spray tan.

Ben Franklin

2117 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 10
Nags Head
(252) 441-7571

Ben Franklin is a great stop for beach items such as floats, towels, boogie boards, hats and sandals. You can pick up souvenirs and sundries and browse a host of attractive swimsuits and beach dresses for women. There also are great prices on swimsuits, shorts, T-shirts and pants for the whole family.

Beyond the Beach

5230 N. Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 1.5
Kitty Hawk
(252) 255-1100

Known for its support of local artists, Beyond the Beach is a home decor shop full of inspiration and style. You’ll find fun and funky art and home decor items. From witty cocktail napkins to beautiful serving pieces, this is a fun and colorful place to explore. Located on The Beach Road on the northern end of Kitty Hawk, Beyond the Beach is the sister store to Beach Bums in Currituck.

Big Buck’s Homemade Ice Cream

3810 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 4.5
Kitty Hawk
(252) 715-0779

For a tasty treat, head to Big Buck’s Homemade Ice Cream. Choose from more than 50 flavors of made-from-scratch ice cream plus sherbet, sorbet and soft serve. You can get any flavor made into a shake, split, sundae or float, even a brownie sundae — yum! Big Buck’s has an espresso bar and all the espresso-based coffee drinks you need to pick up your day. Candies, homemade chocolates and taffy are also available. Check out the Big Buck’s Ts.

Billy’s Seafood

1341 Colington Road
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 441-5978

At Billy’s Seafood they stock plenty of fresh, local seafood, so pick some up to prepare your own feast at home tonight. They’re a great stop for local soft-shell crabs in season, and they also have convenience items, seasonings, beer and wine.

Black Tie Affair

3105 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 5.5
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 449-4889

Black Tie Affair is a full-service bridal boutique offering tuxedos, dresses, fashion accessories and a wide selection of traditional and unique gifts, favors and more.

Cahoon’s Market

7213 S. Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 16.5
Nags Head
(252) 441-5358

This vintage, family-owned grocery store offers fresh meats, a great selection of fine wines and a variety of groceries. They have gourmet cheeses and pates, homegrown vegetables, herbs, spices, sauces and marinades. Cahoon’s offers great homemade sandwich fixings (tuna salad, chicken salad, pimento cheese) that are easy to pick up on your way to the beach, along with all the chips, beer, sodas and snacks you could possibly need. While you’re here, pick up fishing tackle and souvenirs. They really have it all! It’s located next to Jennette’s Pier.

Carawan Seafood

5424 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 1
Kitty Hawk
(252) 261-2120

Carawan Seafood is family-owned and operated and has been supplying fresh seafood to Outer Banks locals and visitors for more than 25 years. They specialize in local seafood, like North Carolina shrimp, fresh crabmeat and many varieties of locally caught fish. They also have lobster and king, snow and Dungeness crab. You’ll find a big selection of wine and beer. Skip the grocery stores if they’re packed with people and pick up everything you need here: marinades, organic veggies, herbs and fresh breads. You’ll even find already-prepared soups, pies and cakes. Check out the gift shop for nautical and Southwestern gifts and locally made jewelry. Carawan Seafood is open year round.

Central Garden Center & Nursery

6285 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP .25,
Kitty Hawk
(252) 261-7195

Central Garden Center is a family-owned and operated business that has been serving the beach for more than 40 years. They offer plants for all seasons and are very knowledgeable about those that are best suited to the harsh beach environment. They also offer landscaping services. You’ll find beach grasses, annuals and perennials here, as well as tropical plants and herbs.

Chip’s Wine and Beer Market

2200 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 6
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 449-8229

Chip’s Wine and Beer Market has the largest wine and beer selection on the Outer Banks—all offered at discount prices. Chip’s is known as the snob-free zone because you won’t hear any silly, snooty wine terms here, just friendly advice if you need assistance with your selection. With more than 2,000 wines from every growing region, you’ll appreciate the helpful information! The Great Wall of Beer has more than 450 different brews to choose from, including a large Belgian section. Don’t stress over selecting just one because you can build your own six-pack here. If you’re planning a special event like a wedding or rehearsal dinner, they can help you find great beverage options within your budget. Then they can help you determine the quantities you’ll need. Chip’s also has a great selection of interesting gifts like their own first-press, cold-pressed olive oil in beautiful bottles that can be refilled at the store, picnic baskets and sake sets. Chip’s recently opened its tasting lounge with a wine station that lets you try wines by the taste, the ½ glass or full glass at your leisure. In addition to beverages, they now sell gourmet cheeses. They also offer in-store activities, tastings and classes and now have WiFi available to customers.

CHKD Thrift Store

3838 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 4.5
Kitty Hawk
(252) 255-5437

This thrift store benefits the Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters. Shop for women’s, men’s and children’s clothing, toys, furnishings, dishes and more, all at bargain prices. You never know what you’ll find.

Christmas Mouse

2401 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 10.5
Nags Head
(252) 441-8111

The Christmas Mouse has been serving the Outer Banks with Christmas delights since 1987. Choose from holiday collectibles such as Clothtique Santas, Byer’s Carolers and Annalee felt ornaments. On display are dozens of themed trees to inspire you and more than 6,500 ornaments from which to select. There is an entire room dedicated to nautical and Outer Banks-themed ornaments and souvenirs.

Cigarette City

3723 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 4.5
Kitty Hawk
(252) 480-1600

At Cigarette City you’ll find tobacco products, cigars and beer.

Claire’s Accessories

7100 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 16.5
Nags Head
(252) 480-1701

The younger set loves this hair adornment shop that also features purses, jewelry and ear piercing.

Cloud Nine

3022 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 11.5
Nags Head
(252) 441-2992

Colorful and creative, Cloud Nine is a happening stop for shoppers and artisans and has been for more than 20 years. Buy beads to create your own jewelry or bring in a piece of beach glass or a found treasure and they’ll create it for you. The owner, Ginny, is a talented jewelry artist who shares her knowledge and provides lots of helpful info. Ask about her jewelry-making workshops. The shop has recently expanded to offer more beads, work tables and finished jewelry plus books and tools for the aspiring designer. Choose from a selection of gold and silver jewelry and other beaded delights, apparel, incense, body oils and around-the-world finds. Cloud Nine carries a great selection of local artwork, and Ginny can tell you a bit about each artist.

Coach

7100 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 16.5
Nags Head
(252) 449-8192

Coach features designer men’s and ladies’ leather accessories including handbags, briefcases and travel goods.

Coastal Edge

1600 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 9.5
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 449-5560

Coastal Edge is a popular surf shop on the scene in Kill Devil Hills and stocks surf and skate-style clothing, accessories and shoes for girls and guys. They also sell equipment for surfing, skateboarding, skimboarding and bodyboarding. See Recreation.

Cold Stone Creamery

1716 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 7
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 261-2496

At Cold Stone Creamery you choose a flavor of ice cream and then choose from a variety of mix-ins, like nuts, fruit and candy. Then stand back and watch as your personal creation is mixed right before your eyes on a frozen granite stone. It’s fun and delicious! They also serve up shakes, smoothies and ice cream cakes.

Compass Rose

102 W. Airstrip Road, The Bypass, MP 9
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 441-9449

Compass Rose is a huge shop filled with interesting and exotic imports. The owner travels abroad to personally select the imported goods. Explore their extensive pottery garden of beautiful ceramic pieces. They offer direct import pricing, which means you receive up to 70 percent off of retail pricing on pottery and fine ceramics every day. You’ll also find kitchenware, gifts, handmade paper, exotic clothing and accessories, kites, wind chimes, fountains and more. Look for the bright pink building.

Cyber Dog USA—Holistic Pet Shop

3105 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 5.5
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 449-0331

The Cyber Dog is a holistic pet shop — as in a health-food store for animals. Best known for their knowledge and helpfulness, this shop carries wholesome human-grade food for pets. They research all the brands and choose only the best, most cutting-edge options. As with humans, many pets suffer from illnesses and allergies that are food related, and the staff here can give you advice about how to sort these problems out. In addition they provide a helpful service: Doggie Day Care. You can leave your pet in their supervised, dog-friendly playground to socialize with other pups. While you shop or enjoy a meal out, your dog is safe and happy in a climate-controlled, friendly environment. (May we take a chance here to advise you to never leave your pet in a closed, or even partially closed, vehicle? The sun can turn that environment into an oven in minutes). They also have a nice selection of pet accessories and gifts and offer seminars and workshops in addition to obedience classes.