Upscale, eclectic dinner-only destination set in a tree-shaded Victorian house with a garden.
William Sarmiento
It’s just an amazing cozy restaurant where French fusion cuisine takes place . I found it intimate and interesting. I ordered a savory Brie cheese as entree, sea food as main courses, shrimps grilled to perfection and scallops that blow your mind. Their homemade bread it’s warm and tasty, at the end we share a soft crème Brûlée which made my dinner perfect.
Their staff is very special and professional service is fast and convenient. I chose this place to celebrate my anniversary and it didn’t disappoint. Thank you guys for making an unforgettable night. Please make your reservation. You will be very satisfied.
… moreVanessa Shedlock
We celebrated our 1st wedding anniversary here, and it couldn’t have been more perfect! From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel so special — kind, attentive, and genuinely courteous throughout the entire evening. Every dish we ordered was absolutely delicious — full of flavor and beautifully presented. The seafood pasta and filet were cooked to perfection! The service was exceptional without ever feeling rushed or overbearing. To top it all off, our waitress Lauren surprised us with a bottle of champagne to celebrate our anniversary, which was such a thoughtful touch and made the night even more memorable. Truly an amazing dining experience from start to finish, thank you Lauren for your wonderful service! we can’t wait to come back!
… moreTHE REVIEWER
Collington Café continues to be one of our absolute favorites in the Outer Banks. The food is consistently excellent, and the filet mignon stands out as one of the best I’ve ever had—perfectly cooked, tender, and full of flavor.
The service is outstanding, with a team that’s attentive, friendly, and professional. The atmosphere is both unique and cozy, offering a warm, inviting dining experience that feels personal and refined at the same time.
We’ve been dining here for years, and each visit reminds us why we keep coming back. Collington Café remains a true local gem, and we’ll continue to return for many years to come.
… moreVeronique Eichler
The Colington Café is such a charming spot! The restaurant is set in a beautifully transformed house, giving it a cozy, intimate feel. Soft background music adds to the atmosphere without making conversation difficult. Service was impeccable from start to finish, and every dish we tried was delicious. The wine list is reasonably priced. A wonderful dining experience overall. Highly recommend!
… moreJanet Kenney
The Colington Cafe on the Outer Banks of NC was wonderful. We were first time diners there and couldn’t have been happier with our delicious and fresh seafood dinners of grilled tuna (catch of the day) and Cobia with crab cake. Simply outstanding. We started with, and I’m not kidding, the best Caesar salad I’ve ever tasted and delicious She Crab bisque. And our friendly and helpful server, Mariah, made the whole experience perfect! And I’ll add this extra tidbit … on the way out I saw their restaurant cleanliness grade … they got a 100% rating. I don’t think I’ve EVER seen that so thought it was worth a mention. The whole restaurant is neat and clean as a pin. Highly recommend.
… moreChristine Brown
This was the cutest little hidden gem and the most delicious food we have had in OBX! The adorable cottage is set back off the beaten path and offers a selection of seafood, beef and vegetarian options with a French flair! The ingredients were fresh, the service was friendly and attentive and the atmosphere was relaxing. Highly recommend and will be coming back the next time we are in town!
… moreAbby Cain
It gives the most cozy and cute atmosphere. When I tell you everything was good from start to finish. We got the scallop appetizer which was 10/10 and our meals were 10/10. I’ve never been to a restaurant this good before and the workers are very kind
… moreNiki Rousell
Oh my goodness, just incredible on every level!! So welcoming and kind, attentive, and most importantly DELICIOUS FOOD!!! Everything was sublime and thoughtfully put together and prepared! I’m rarely impressed or happy, no joke look at my other always very honest reviews, I could not have been any happier or any more satisfied! My only complaint is that I didn’t order more, although I’m bursting and to capacity, I would have figured it out somehow. Thank you, for the absolutely perfect experience!!
… moreLara
Very nice place and great menu. I get the shrimp scampi and ask them to put it over pasta. All the desserts are homemade and delicious especially and cobbler. Definitely make a reservation.
… moreTaylor Roots
Our first time at Colington Cafe was memorable in the best way. Mariah, our waitress, was fabulous and made our first time a delight. She was so kind, attentive, and helped me pick the perfect wine to pair with my meal. The food was delicious, the dessert was AMAZING, everything was 10/10 and we can’t wait to return to the OBX and stop by the CC.
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