Visit Ocracoke, North Carolina

18/01/2025

Happy ! This week we are sharing a photo of the Wahab Coffee Shop in Ocracoke. The structure was originally built by Charlie Scarborough in 1901 to serve as the location for the Odd Fellows Lodge and Schoolhouse. It was then used as a private residence until the 1940s when Stanley Wahab purchased the location and turned it into the Wahab coffee shop. The building would go on to be used as a naval officer's club during WWII, and was later expanded and turned into one of the island’s first modern hotels called The Silver Lake Inn. The Silver Lake Inn would later change to The Island Inn, which remained in business until 2015. The building is now owned by the Ocracoke Preservation society, and though the additional wings have since been demolished, the original 1901 structure that housed the coffee shop still stands and is currently undergoing restoration.

PC.5127 - Wahab Coffee Shop - Aycock Brown Papers, OBHC

17/01/2025

French Dip Friday is a MUST at Jason’s 🤤🍽️. This winter you’ll find Jason’s open for lunch and dinner 11am-2pm and 5pm-8pm Monday - Saturday!

16/01/2025

January seems like it’s blowing by 💨 Have you booked your next trip to Ocracoke yet?

14/01/2025

Great news for winter visitors! 🌟 Helios Hideaway is bringing breakfast back for the winter season! 🥞☕ Known for its cozy charm, this spot is offering breakfast weekdays and Saturdays in addition to their Mediterranean-inspired lunch and early dinner menu.
Here’s their winter schedule:
Mon-Fri: 🍳 8 AM - 10:30 AM (breakfast) 🍴 11 AM - 4 PM (lunch/early dinner)
Sat: 🍳 8 AM - 10:30 AM (breakfast only)
Sun: Closed
Don’t miss the chance to start your day with a delicious local favorite this winter!

13/01/2025

The Ocracoke banker ponies, descendants of Spanish mustangs, have lived on Ocracoke Island for centuries. Managed by the National Park Service, they’re a unique piece of Outer Banks history. 🐎🌊

10/01/2025

Most of NC is bracing for snow, but Ocracoke’s coastal weather rarely cooperates. ❄️ Throwing it back to 2018, when the island briefly became a winter wonderland. 🌨️✨

09/01/2025

Look who found our little slice of paradise! 🌊

Southern Living perfectly captured the magic of our little slice of paradise! 🌊☀️ From sunny beach days to the island’s unique charm, they’ve highlighted what makes this place so special.
Check it out at https://bit.ly/4gZt31O

Thanks for sharing our story, Southern Living. ✨

Discover the many reasons to plan a trip to Ocracoke, North Carolina, in the Outer Banks this year.

08/01/2025

The Back Porch Restaurant is open today for the month of January! They will be open Wed - Sat 5pm-9pm! 🍸

06/01/2025

This weather has us daydreaming of warm sunny days. ☀️ Start planning your 2025 trip to Ocracoke now! www.visitocracokenc.com

05/01/2025

Check out our updated list of whats open here 👇 Food/drink updates to note:
Back Porch re-opens Wednesday the 8th 5pm-9pm for the month of January (Wed - Sat).
Jason's re-opens Thursday the 9th. 11am-2pm and 5pm - 8pm Mon - Sat.
Zillies is now open 4pm - 8pm daily.
Taqueria504 Suazo's is open Wed - Sun 11am - 4pm.
Ocracoke Oyster Co is open daily. Sunday 3pm – 8:30pm. Mon – Thurs 11am – 8:30pm. Fri & Sat 11am – 9pm
Helios Hideaway is open Mon-Fri 11am – 6pm. Saturday 11am-2pm.
Moonraker Tea Shop is open daily 8am-5pm with fresh made coffee and tea.

Food & Drink: 1718 Brewing Ocracoke: Closed for the season. The Back Porch: Closed. Will re-open Wednesday, Jan 8 thru Saturday Feb 1; Wed-Sat 5pm-9pm. The Breeze: Closed for the […]

03/01/2025

The Ocrafolk Festival, held each June on Ocracoke Island, NC, is a celebration of folk music, art, and community that draws fans back year after year. The festival features four stages of live performances, kids' activities, a traditional Ocracoke Island square dance, a giant puppet parade, workshops, and a vibrant artisan village to explore. Next years festival takes place June 6-8, 2025.

The festival is produced by Ocracoke Alive, a community nonprofit dedicated to enriching Ocracoke Island through cultural, artistic, educational, and environmental activities. Proceeds from Ocrafolk support artists and essential student and community programs.

The Ocrafolk Festival, held each June on Ocracoke Island, NC, is a celebration of folk music, art, and community that draws fans back year after year. The fe...

01/01/2025

First sunset of the new year! Wishing you joy, health and prosperity in 2025 🎉 #2025

31/12/2024

Looking for somewhere to ring in the new year? Head over to Ocracoke Oyster Co. for live music. Grab a glass of champagne at Zillies open from 2pm to 8pm. Or head over to the Flying Melon for dinner and their last night open this winter! 🍾

30/12/2024

It’s that time of year where it feels like you have the entire beach to yourself 😍

28/12/2024

Head over to the Ocracoke Seafood Company for the Holiday Oyster Roast! 🦪

27/12/2024

Here’s what’s happening on Ocracoke through New Years!

27/12/2024

Don’t miss the holiday Oyster Roast tomorrow!

🦪TOMORROW is the OYSTER ROAST🦪

Please join us tomorrow, December 28th, starting at 12:30 PM for the holiday Oyster Roast. Music by Ray Murray and food service starts at 12:30.

All you can eat delicious, Fresh Oysters, Steamed Shrimp, and Clam Chowder- all for $45!! This is a fundraiser to go towards repairs for our floor. All additional donations welcome and we will have the shop open for Ocracoke Working Watermen Gear purchases too.

No onsite parking- please plan ahead.
BYOB in a cup.
Cash preferred, but we will be able to run cards as well.

It’s going to be a beautiful day to share some seafood with friends and family and support the Fishhouse. 🦪🐟🦪

25/12/2024

Merry Christmas from Ocracoke 🎅🎄