FOOD. DRINK. FUN!
The OBX Has Never Tasted So Dang Good!
April 9–11, 2027 | Outer Banks, North Carolina
Get ready for a weekend of incredible food, delicious drinks, and unforgettable experiences at OBX Taste of the Beach!
Presented by the Outer Banks Restaurant Association, this annual food and drink festival brings together local restaurants, talented chefs, and food lovers for a celebration of everything that makes dining on the Outer Banks so special.
From multi-course dinners and creative tastings to cooking classes, wine pairings, and one-of-a-kind culinary experiences, there’s something for every appetite.
Come hungry. Leave happy. Discover why the Outer Banks never tasted so good!
A Weekend Full of Flavor
Every year, Taste of the Beach gives visitors and locals the opportunity to experience Outer Banks dining in a whole new way.
Participating restaurants create special events that showcase their menus, creativity, and culinary expertise. Some experiences offer an intimate evening with a local chef, while others bring people together for lively tastings, restaurant crawls, and food-filled celebrations.
Whether you’re planning an entire weekend around the festival or looking for one unforgettable meal, Taste of the Beach is your invitation to explore the Outer Banks, one delicious experience at a time.
Find Your Taste of the Beach Experience
Food & Culinary Experiences
Enjoy specially prepared menus, multi-course dinners, seafood celebrations, cooking demonstrations, and creative dishes from some of the Outer Banks’ favorite restaurants.
Wine, Beer & Cocktail Events
Discover thoughtfully paired wines, craft beer tastings, specialty cocktails, and unique beverage experiences designed to complement the flavors of the coast.
Tastings, Tours & More
Explore restaurant crawls, chef-led experiences, themed gatherings, and other events that bring food lovers together for a weekend of Food. Drink. Fun!
Explore Events & Get Tickets
April 9–11, 2027
Taste of the Beach 2027 events are coming soon! Participating restaurants are preparing an exciting lineup of culinary experiences for April 9–11. Check back for event announcements and ticket availability, or join our email list to be among the first to know.
How Taste of the BEach Works
Explore the Events
Browse the festival calendar to find experiences that interest you. Events vary by restaurant, menu, location, price, and availability.
Purchase Your Tickets
Select your favorite experiences and purchase tickets online. Each event listing includes important details about what to expect, including the location, schedule, and ticket price.
Eat, Drink & Enjoy!
Head to your selected restaurant at the scheduled time and enjoy your Taste of the Beach experience! From discovering new favorites to revisiting beloved local spots, it’s a weekend dedicated to great food and good company.
Have questions about tickets, reservations, or event details?
Celebrating the Outer Banks Culinary Community
Taste of the Beach is more than a food festival. It’s a celebration of the restaurants, chefs, owners, servers, and hospitality professionals who make the Outer Banks dining scene so memorable.
Created by the Outer Banks Restaurant Association (OBRA), the festival brings our local culinary community together while introducing residents and visitors to the diverse flavors, creativity, and hospitality found throughout the Outer Banks.
By attending Taste of the Beach, you’re doing more than enjoying an incredible meal. You’re supporting the local businesses and people who make these experiences possible.
Calling All Outer Banks Restaurants!
Want to be part of the next Taste of the Beach?
OBRA Restaurant Members are invited to create and host their own festival experiences, from intimate chef’s dinners and cooking classes to tastings, pairings, and creative culinary events.
Taste of the Beach is an opportunity to showcase what makes your restaurant special, welcome new guests, and participate in one of the Outer Banks’ signature culinary celebrations.
Don’t Miss a Delicious Thing!
Be among the first to hear about Taste of the Beach announcements, new events, ticket availability, and other exciting happenings from the Outer Banks Restaurant Association.
Sign up for our email list and stay connected to the Outer Banks dining community.
Thanks to our event sponsors
OBX Taste of the Beach is sponsored in part by the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau.
