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Classic drive-in shack (open May-October) specializing in thick milkshakes & fried fish sandwiches.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 3716 N Virginia Dare Trail, Kitty Hawk, NC 27949
Phone: (252) 261-6227
Website: http://www.johnsdrivein.com/
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Reviews
John Hardison
This is a drive-up, order at the window, wait around, get your name called, grab your food and go kinda beach place. Just perfect for the area. I drove up and parked right in front and ordered at the window. I was told the dolphin bite basket was probably their most popular thing (and the folks in front of me ordered it) so I got it, too. It comes with a side + hushpuppies; I got coleslaw. You can also get fries or fried okra (normally I’m a fried okra fan, but I had seen from other google posts that they looked like your typical, frozen fried okra and I’ve had that too many times. My apologies to John’s if they batter and fry their okra there). I also ordered a large, chocolate shake. I then stood by my car (they have few benches to wait on, most people wait in their car with the window down to hear their names called). The ordering process is simple enough, order off the large chalkboard. This place, by the way, has so many things other than burgers. Anyway, the reason I took a star away from the service is that they do that thing where they rotate the screen so you can add a tip. I’m so over that and don’t usually patronize businesses that still do that. My name was called and I sat in my car to eat. BTW, there is a nice picnic table seating area around back, too far to hear your name called, but perfect to go and sit and eat. First, the shake wasn’t great. It seems to be handmade but it is from soft-serve, so it has that soft-serve artificial, McDonald’s taste about it. Not my favorite. When it was done, however, there was clearly chocolate syrup in it so it is hand-spun, not just a shake machine thing. The food was great. I got four pieces of dolphin hand battered and fried in an almost funnel cake-like batter. The flavor of the fish came through and the frying was top-notch. The hushpuppies were a delight: sweet cornbread with a thin fry crust reminiscent of a corn-dog. Yummy. The coleslaw was not the star of the show. Good, but I think it needed to be wetter with more slaw dressing. I would definitely go back. I think the okra deserves a try at least, and I want to know how their burgers compare to that place down south near pea island.
… moreErnesto Brett Dennison
An OBX classic, my family has been coming here for their legendary crab cake for generations. This spot has such a laid back atmosphere to it. You can feel the salty spirit of the OBX back in the day before it got so crowded. The picnic/eating area makes for a really campy setting, great for editorial images.
… moreM Van
Absolutely love Johns. The food is always on point and the ice cream always hits the spot. Chili dog is amazing. Burgers. Fantastic! Fries always crisp. It could benefit from some better shade on the eating area. My kids always ask to go for icecream at John’s.
… moreJJ Le Bon
Hands down the best milkshakes and mahi boats at the beach. I woudk place a bet they have the best shakes in the world !!! They are the perfect thickness and freshest tasting. The dolphin boats with the Cajun remalade sauce is amazing. Can’t beat the price of this meal either, pup cups are a plus and the staff always is giving water to the dogs outside . And cant beat the address. The ocean is right across the dune . My fav place to go at the beach !!!
… moreAllen Stott
Parking was definitely an issue, even close to 1:30. Waited long time for food. But love their dolphin fish sub!!! Overall an hour from when i first drove by full lot til we left.
… moreJustin Coultman
First time coming here and the food was AMAZING. Nice little place right off the beach. Service was A1 and also food came out fast. Had some tables right off the side that you can sit at outside. I would definitely visit again when I visit the area again.
… moreAmanda Miller
I’ve been here before and have always had the dolphin it’s so amazing. Today I went with my parents and got the dolphin again, and then placed a huge order for additional family, and Violet was absolutely amazing. Such a nice young lady a hard worker, and so very kind! Violet continue the amazing work!!! Will absolutely be back!!
… moreG Griffin
Had heard about the dolphin subs and we just wanted to grab a bite on a beautiful day. Sub was great and the dolphin was nice and moist inside (hate over cooked and dried out fish). Husband had the fried dolphin pieces with enough fries to share (and a delicious milkshake). He also said his dolphin was great with the milkshake that was really good. Beautiful day to sit out the back in one of the many picnic tables . Quick service too. Recommend if you just want good food but no time to sit down at a restaurant and order.
… moreLori Keating
Stopped for a milkshake this afternoon about 2:30 pm—no lines! Yay! We shared a peanut butter chocolate shake—delish! This place always satisfies. The dolphin boat is amazing and will feed two easily. Enjoy!
… moreWilliam May
Long standing well earned local reputation. New owners are staying true to what is almost local legend. It’s a drive-in with clean outdoor seating and some umbrellas.
Dolphin Boat and a chocolate malt are my favorite things. It’s fresh fried Mahi Mahi… just brilliantly and consistently delivered.
… moreDolphin Boat and a chocolate malt are my favorite things. It’s fresh fried Mahi Mahi… just brilliantly and consistently delivered.