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things to do in morehead city, nc

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I lived in morehead city for 20 years and this list includes all my favorite things about morehead city. From food to fun activities. A lot of the restaurant recommendations include what to get off the menu
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Restaurants

from upscale to mom and pops. this include all of my favorites for where to go to eat along with what I recommend

 
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this is a big local favorite, they dont take reservations so sometimes the wait is long in the busy season but they provide entertainment while you wait and the food is worth it
Amos Mosquito's Restaurant
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upscale coastal vibe with sous vide steaks and good atmosphere, you do need a reservation
SoundSide Restaurant
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this is by far the best place to go for brunch, I highly recommend the shrimp and grits
Circa 81
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best wings and pizza in town and super friendly staff
Ioanni's Grill
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craving thai food? this is the way to go
Thai Sticky Rice
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if you are craving a sandwhich i would go here and get the peter porker
Next Door Deli
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this place has really good coffee and you can get breakfast here too
Mug Shot
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amazing breakfast i recommend the grits and breakfast burrito. on sundays they have beignets!
The Banks Grill
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very extensive menu here, its a great place for lunch and its right on the water. i always get the shrimp burrito
Sugarloaf Island Deli & Yellowfin Pub
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the best place to go for bbq I love to get the pork burnt ends
Social Q Smokehouse
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best place to go for sushi and i highly recommend getting the ika geso!
Nami
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Local Favorites

go where the locals go, these are some really great places to check out

 
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hands down best premade meals around, highly recommend the lasagna
The Friendly Market
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grab a bottle of wine and some friends and head here for a fun paint and sip
Wine & Design
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they have food but jacks is really known for its night life and have live bands every saturday
Woodfired Kitchen | Jacks On The Waterfront | Morehead City
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if you have kids and love coffee this is the perfect place
Kidz at Play Family Cafe
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Outdoor Activies

everything outdoors, morehead city is really known for the fishing community and the surrounding islands

 
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get a great adrenaline rush when you reel in a humungous fish, this charter is the best but are often booked
Bill Collector Charters
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rent a jetski and go to the surrounding islands
2023 Jet Ski Rentals Guide - Morehead City
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take a ferry to any island you want, i recommend going to shackleford or bird shoal to find some nice shells
Island Ferry Adventures
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if your into history this is a really cool place to visit and look around and there is a trail to the beach
Fort Macon State Park
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really cool playground for kids and has 4 tennis courts if you want to stay active
Shevans Park
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Shopping

this section includes everything from home decor to thrifting

 
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come here to get fresh fresh just caught by local fisherman
Blue Ocean Market
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locally owned this place has jewelry, clothes and shoes
Gigi & Company
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if you love thrifting like I do this is the place to go
Hope Mission
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great place to go if you like beach decor
Backshore Living
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another great place to go to decorate your vacation home
Sea Classics Trading & Interiors
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