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Kimball's Kitchen, Duck, NC

Kimball's Kitchen

4.4
4.4
1100 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary American

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2 people
22:00
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Great for scenic views
Located on the Soundside of the Sanderling Resort, the AAA 4-Diamond rated Kimball’s Kitchen is open Tuesday–Saturday 5:00 pm–10:00 pm and offers glorious views of the Currituck Sound and its inspiring sunsets, outstanding service, and a world-class menu.

Spotlighting Certified Angus Beef, freshly caught local seafood and oysters, the restaurant creates a great dining experience with an upscale coastal casual environment. Enjoy fresh seafood dishes, pasta, and hand-cut steaks accompanied by an extensive Wine Spectator recognized wine and champagne list.

Attire
"Resort Casual"– Come as you are to dine in our refined setting overlooking the Currituck Sound. We recommend pants or shorts with a collared shirt for the gentlemen and comparable resort wear for the ladies.

Groups
Please contact the restaurant directly for parties of 6 or more.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Location
    1461 Duck Road, Duck, NC 27949
  • Area
    Duck
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Starters

  • Half Dozen Oysters on the Halfshell

    melon & citrus mignonette | pickled serrano peppers | gluten free

    • Tuna Tartare

      green onion | yuzu marinated daikon | avocado mousse | lemongrass vinaigrette

      • Duo of Foie Gras

        seared & mousse | preserved fig compote | grilled peach | ginger onion confit | sherry caramel | brioche

        • Mixed Greens Salad

          roasted garlic gremolata | pickled shallot | feta | candied pecans | tomato | blackberry-balsamic vinaigrette | gluten free

          • Baby Romaine Salad

            grated egg yolk | shaved parmesan | white anchovy vinaigrette | bread crumb salsa

            • Chilled Maine Lobster

              crispy garlic | fine herbes | saffron aioli | gribiche | orange | gluten free

              Entrees

              • *Pan Seared Halibut

                corn ‘pudding’ | halibut brandade cake | corn salad | basil pistou

                • *Crispy Skin Salmon

                  cauliflower purée | braised black lentils | beurre rouge

                  • Handmade Tagliatelle

                    ramp pesto | oven roasted tomato | pecorino

                    • ‘Chicken Fried’ Snake River Wagyu Ribeye Cap

                      potato purée | collard greens | foie gras gravy | gluten free

                      • Bourbon Brined Villari Duroc Pork Tomahawk

                        grilled peach | rosemary-bourbon glaze | gluten free

                        • Seared Diver Scallops

                          english pea puree | confit ramps | prosciutto chip | truffle parmesan froth | gluten free

                          Steaks

                          • 9oz Copper Creek Angus Filet Mignon

                            beetroot puree | brussel sprouts | honey garlic gastrique

                            • *16 oz Prime Ranahan Ranch Strip Steak

                              • *48 oz Copper Creek Angus Tomahawk

                                Sides

                                • Grilled Asparagus

                                  grapefruit vinaigrette | mint | garlic crumb

                                  • Roasted Marble Potato

                                    garlic | thyme parmesan | gluten free

                                    • Aligot Potato

                                      yukon gold potato puree | cream gruyere | gluten free

                                      • Roasted Mushroom Ragout

                                        rosemary | gluten free

                                        • Sauteed Kale

                                          preserved lemon | garlic chips | gluten free

                                          • Cacio E Pepe Risotto

                                            pecorino | black pepper | chive | gluten free

                                            Last updated: 27 July 2024

                                            What 1,100 people are saying

                                            Overall ratings and reviews

                                            Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                            4.4
                                            4.4 based on recent ratings
                                            • 4.5Food
                                            • 4.5Service
                                            • 4.6Ambience
                                            • 4Value

                                            Noise • Moderate

                                            Loved For

                                            • Coastal North Carolina

                                              Great for fine wines

                                            • Coastal North Carolina

                                              Romantic

                                            • Coastal North Carolina

                                              Great for scenic views

                                            • Outer Banks

                                              Best Overall

                                            • Outer Banks

                                              Best Food

                                            • Outer Banks

                                              Best Service

                                            • Outer Banks

                                              Best Ambience

                                            • Outer Banks

                                              Best Value

                                            • Outer Banks

                                              Healthy

                                            • Outer Banks

                                              Neighbourhood gem

                                            • Outer Banks

                                              Good for special occasions

                                            • Outer Banks

                                              Lively

                                            Review summary

                                            AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                            Kimball's Kitchen offers a picturesque waterfront dining experience with "absolutely delicious" food and "outstanding" service. Guests highlight the "beautiful sunset views" and "wonderful fine dining." Despite a few service hiccups and high prices, the restaurant remains a favorite for its "superb" cocktails, attentive staff, and memorable meals.

                                            1,100 Reviews

                                            1. Scott

                                              Washington DC

                                              37 reviews

                                              vip
                                              5.0

                                              37 reviews

                                              Dined on 1 September 2024

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              Excellent food. Terrific service and beautiful setting.

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                                            2. Savannah

                                              Western NC

                                              1 review

                                              1.0

                                              1 review

                                              Dined on 31 August 2024

                                              1. Overall 1
                                              2. Food 1
                                              3. Service 2
                                              4. Ambience 4
                                              Way overpriced- food tasted good but very small portions. Everything is a la carte so we paid high prices for entrees that weren’t even filling. Atmosphere was nice but staff were slow and seemed disorganized.

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                                            3. OpenTable Diner

                                              Richmond

                                              1 review

                                              5.0

                                              1 review

                                              Dined on 31 August 2024

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              From the hostess, who seated us to the personal attention of Dylan, our waiter we had exceptional service throughout. The meal is always was Outstanding, and the wine suggestion for pairing was spot on. We always enjoy our time at this restaurant and look forward to our next meal.

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                                            4. Frankie

                                              Wilmington

                                              1 review

                                              5.0

                                              1 review

                                              Dined on 30 August 2024

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 3
                                              Food and service was absolutely amazing. Great views.

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                                            5. Richard

                                              Richmond

                                              35 reviews

                                              1.0

                                              35 reviews

                                              Dined on 22 August 2024

                                              1. Overall 1
                                              2. Food 3
                                              3. Service 1
                                              4. Ambience 1
                                              I would describe this place as a quaint "old" restaurant, with the emphasis on OLD. For a location that charges $52 for an entree, they desperately need to apply some TLC - the floors need refinishing, the dining room chairs need replacing, and an occasional dusting of the window sill to remove the dead inserts is advisable. I would also advise them that when serving a drink with a Bing Cherry, you should advise the patron that the pit is still in the cherry. I have been drinking Manhattans for over 50 years and have never been served one that has a cherry with the pit still inside. I nearly cracked a tooth! Having said all of this, the food was good. I had a tomato and burrata cheese appetizer that was very good and followed that with the halibut that was equally tasty. Bottomline - this restaurant was not worth the drive up from our house in Kitty Hawk and not worth the prices charged!

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                                            6. WandG

                                              Richmond

                                              14 reviews

                                              vip
                                              3.0

                                              14 reviews

                                              Dined on 20 August 2024

                                              1. Overall 3
                                              2. Food 2
                                              3. Service 1
                                              4. Ambience 4
                                              Service is extremely slow. Charged $8 for still water. Food was just ok but expensive.

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                                            7. KerryL

                                              Philadelphia

                                              3 reviews

                                              5.0

                                              3 reviews

                                              Dined on 20 August 2024

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              Excellent experience! Rodney was our server and he was terrific!

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                                            8. Stefanie

                                              San Francisco

                                              3 reviews

                                              5.0

                                              3 reviews

                                              Dined on 17 August 2024

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 4
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 4
                                              The food was perfection. The service was outstanding. Beautiful views. Would definetly be dining again.

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                                            9. Mark

                                              Houston

                                              2 reviews

                                              3.0

                                              2 reviews

                                              Dined on 15 August 2024

                                              1. Overall 3
                                              2. Food 3
                                              3. Service 4
                                              4. Ambience 2
                                              It was ok, nothing special. Needs a deck for cocktails and sunset. Too many bad behavior children, 7:30pm Disappointing

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                                            10. Lourdes

                                              Washington DC

                                              34 reviews

                                              vip
                                              5.0

                                              34 reviews

                                              Dined on 15 August 2024

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              Excellent ambiance. Good was superb and service was above and beyond. Will definitely be a yearly visit.

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                                            Kimball's Kitchen is rated 4.4 stars by 1100 OpenTable diners.

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                                            2 people
                                            22:00
                                            Google Map for Kimball's Kitchen

                                            1461 Duck Road, Duck, NC 27949

                                            Dining areas

                                            Additional information

                                            • Area
                                              Duck
                                            • Hours of Operation
                                              Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–22:00
                                            • Price
                                              $50 and over
                                            • Cuisines
                                              Contemporary American, Steak, Seafood
                                            • Dining style
                                              Fine Dining
                                            • Dress code
                                              Resort Casual
                                            • Parking details
                                              Private Lot
                                            • Payment Options
                                              AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                            • Additional
                                              Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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