Father’s Day Weekend on The Outer Banks

Celebrate the start of summer with curated experiences including a Grill Master Lunch, a pop-up oyster party featuring fresh local flavors, and exclusive tastings with Outer Banks Distilling.

From poolside relaxation and restorative spa treatments to oceanfront views and elevated dining, The Sanderling invites you to unwind, indulge, and make the most of Father’s Day on the coast.

Cousins Oysters Pop-Up

Saturday, June 20
Celebrate Father’s Day with a complimentary pop-up oyster experience on Saturday from 4–6 PM on the Beach House Deck, hosted by Cousins Oyster’s. Fresh oysters, coastal views, and a cold drink in hand.
man sitting on wooden barrels in a distillery

Outer Banks Distillery Tasting

Saturday, June 20
Celebrate Father’s Day with a complimentary tasting experience from 4-6 PM featuring Outer Banks Distilling. Sip locally crafted spirits, discover bold coastal flavors, and unwind with a relaxed afternoon.

Grill Master Lunch

Saturday, June 20
Treat Dad to a Father’s Day Grill Master Lunch featuring chef-crafted favorites fresh from the grill, served alongside coastal views and laid-back summer vibes.

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Featured Offers

A250 Offer

This summer, celebrate America’s 250th with a few extra days by the coast. Stay three nights or more and enjoy a $250 resort credit to make the most of long beach days, family dinners, and time spent together on the Outer Banks.

Virginia and North Carolina Residents

Some of the best Father’s Day memories are the simplest ones, like watching the kids run toward the water, staying a little longer on the beach, and having nowhere else to be. North Carolina and Virginia residents enjoy exclusive savings for a coastal escape that feels close to home.

Explore Other Offers

Whether you’re planning a quick coastal getaway or a longer stay by the water, The Sanderling offers thoughtful ways to make your time here even more memorable. Explore our current offers and find the escape that feels right for you.

Father's Day Menu

Starters
  • Starters
  • Salads
  • Mains
  • Pit & Fryer
  • Sides
  • Bourbon Flights
  • Desserts

Starters

Smoked Wings | 18
House dry rub · Alabama white BBQ · Pickles

Brisket Burnt Ends | 21
Coffee-molasses glaze · Crispy onions

BBQ Shrimp Skewers | 19
NC shrimp · Garlic butter · Charred lemon

Pimento Cheese & Cracklins | 16
House-made pimento · Pork cracklins · Grilled bread

Salads

BBQ Chopped Salad | 20
Mixed greens · Smoked chicken · Corn · Black beans · Crispy tortilla · Ranch-BBQ vinaigrette

Tomato & Cucumber Salad | 16
Red onion · Herb vinaigrette · Cracked pepper

Classic Caesar | 18
Romaine · Brioche croutons · Parmesan

Mains

Smoked Brisket Plate | 34
Sliced brisket · Pickles · Texas toast · Choice of two sides

Pulled Pork Sandwich | 26
Eastern NC vinegar sauce · Slaw · Brioche bun

BBQ Baby Back Ribs | 38
House BBQ glaze · Pickled red onion · Choice of two sides

Smoked Chicken Thighs | 28
Bourbon BBQ · Crispy skin · Choice of two sides

BBQ Burger | 27
Angus beef · Smoked cheddar · Bacon · Crispy onions · BBQ aioli

Pit & Fryer

Fried NC Catfish | 29
Cornmeal crust · Hot sauce · Lemon · Tartar

BBQ Shrimp & Grits | 32
Stone-ground grits · Bacon · Scallion

Sides

(Pick Two with Entrées)

Mac & Cheese
Collard Greens
Baked Beans
Potato Salad
Cornbread
House-Cut Fries

Bourbon Flights

(Optional Add-On)

Classic Southern Flight | 28
Buffalo Trace · Elijah Craig Small Batch · Woodford Reserve

Smoky & Bold Flight | 32
Knob Creek 9 Year · Four Roses Single Barrel · Old Forester 1920

Served as 0.75 oz pours · Designed to pair with brisket, ribs, and burnt ends

Desserts

Banana Pudding | 14
Vanilla wafers · Whipped cream

Warm Pecan Pie | 15
Bourbon caramel

Chocolate Brownie Skillet | 15
Vanilla ice cream