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Lifesaving Station

Coastal-style dining room with white chairs, dark wood tables, fireplace, and American flag decor.

Located in the historic Caffey’s Inlet Life Saving Station No. 5, the renovated Lifesaving Station is Sanderling’s casual, three-meals-a-day restaurant celebrating southern coastal cuisine and regional, organic products indoors and out.
Known for the “best breakfast on the Outer Banks”, the Lifesaving Station is a favorite Duck, N.C. restaurant. The menu changes seasonally, while the wine and beer lists are always impressive. 
Resort Casual Attire. We kindly ask for no bathing suit cover-ups.

 

Open Daily
Breakfast 7 AM – 11:30 AM
Lunch 12 PM – 4:30 PM
Dinner 5 PM – 9 PM
252-449-6654

Private Dining

Host your next special event at the Lifesaving Station. Our versatile spaces and customizable dining options can accommodate groups of up to 40 guests, creating the perfect setting for any occasion.

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    Our Menu

    Healthy breakfast with granola, yogurt, strawberries, blueberries, and grapefruit juice on a light table.
    Family eating lunch on outdoor patio table, enjoying burgers, salad, fries, and colorful drinks under sunny sky.
    Two people enjoying food and cocktails at an outdoor table on a sunny day.
    Deep Fried Chicken Tenders and Fries with Sauce
    Delicious double burger with french fries and vegetables on wooden cutting board
    Slice of layered vanilla cake with white icing on a plate, served with a fork, rustic table.
    Elegant cocktail served in a martini glass, garnished with sliced fruit, on a bar counter at night.
    Breakfast
    • Breakfast
    • Kids Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • KIDS LUNCH & DINNER
    • Dinner
    • DESSERTS
    • BEVERAGES

    Breakfast

    FARM FRESH

    OUTER BANKS BREAKFAST

    Two Eggs Your Way | Buttermilk Biscuit

    SUFER’S OMELET

    Tomato | Shrimp |Avocado | Mushrooms |Goat Cheese | Lime Creme | Pico de Gallo

    AVOCADO TOAST

    Toasted Wheatberry Bread | Avocado | Pickled Red Onion | Poached Egg | Toasted Pepitas | Goat Cheese | Pico de Gallo

    HAM & CHEESE OMELET

    Ham | Smoked Gouda

    SPINACH & MUSHROOM OMELET

    Cremini Mushrooms | Baby Spinach | Swiss Cheese

     

    BENEDICTS

    SANDERLING BLUE CRAB

    Two Poached Eggs | English Muffin | Carolina Crab | Hollandaise

    CLASSIC

    Two Poached Eggs | English Muffin | Canadian Bacon | Hollandaise

     

    COUNTRY CLASSICS

    BISCUTS & GRAVY

    House-Made Sausage Gravy | Buttermilk Biscuit | Two Eggs Your Way

    COUNTRY GRAMMAR

    Corned Beef Hash | Buttermilk Biscuit | Two Eggs Your Way

     

    FROM THE GRIDDLE

    STRAWBERRIES & CREAM FRENCH TOAST

    Brioche French Toast | Sugared Strawberries | Whipped Cream | Powdered Sugar

    LEMON RICOTTA BLUEBERRY PANCAKES

    Lemon Blueberry Compote | Ricotta Cheese | Powdered Sugar

    VANILLA BEAN FRENCH TOAST

    Brioche French Toast | Whipped Cream

    BUTTERMLIK PANCAKES

    Pancakes | Butter | Syrup

     

    LIFESAVERS

    ANSON OATMEAL

    House-Made Granola | Brown Sugar | Golden Raisins

    FRUIT & GRANOLA

    House-Made Granola | Sliced Seasonal Fruit | Vanilla Greek Yogurt

    Kids Breakfast

    WHOLE NINE YARDS

    One Egg, any style | Toast | Choice of Bacon or Sausage

    FLAPJACKS

    Pancakes, served with syrup | Choice of Bacon or Sausage

    MORNING MUNCHIES

    Cereal w/ Milk

    Lunch

    STARTERS

    BURRATA AND PROCIUTTO

    Crostini | Fig Jam | Cracked Black Pepper | Arugula

    CRAB HUSH PUPPIES

    Lump Crab | Green Onion | Old Bay | Cheddar Hot Honey Drizzle

    SPICY EDAMAME

    Hoisin Garlic Glaze | Sesame Seeds

    COASTAL CRAB DIP

    Lump Crab | Melted Cheese | Mini Naan Bread

    BB CHIPS

    Fresh Kettle Chips | BBQ Pulled Pork | Bleu Cheese Cream Bleu Cheese Crumbles | House BBQ Sauce | Tomatoes Scallions

    OLIVE DIP

    Domestic And Imported Olives | Cream Cheese | Red Pepper Pita Chips

    SALADS

    CAESAR

    Shaved Parmesan | Garlic Croutons | Cherry Tomatoes

    MIXED GREENS

    Cherry Tomatoes | English Cucumber | Julienne Red Onion Carrot Ribbons | Lemon Vinaigrette

    THE WEDGE

    Black Forest Bacon | Cherry Tomatoes | Bleu Cheese Crumbles | Creamy Blue Cheese

    CAPRESE

    Heirloom Tomatoes | Fresh Mozzarella Balsamic Reduction | Cracked Black Pepper | Sea Salt

    MAINS

    CRAB CAKES

    Twin Seared Crab Cakes | Bell Peppers | Onions Romesco | Roasted Corn Salsa | Arugula | Grilled Lemon

    FISH & CHIPS

    Hand-Battered Local Catch | Tartar Sauce Grilled Lemon | Fresh Kettle Chips

    SESAME SEARED TUNA

    Yellowfin Tuna | Hoisin Garlic Glaze | Spicy Mayo Forbidden Rice Blend | Carrot Ribbons | Arugula

    SOUP

    NC CREAM OF CRAB SOUP

    LUMP CRAB | CREAM AND SHERRY | OLD BAY DUST

    HANDHELDS

    CHICKEN CAESAR WRAP

    Grilled Chicken Breast | Romaine Lettuce Caesar Dressing | Parmesan Cheese

    FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH

    Swiss Cheese | Pickle Chips | Lettuce |Tomato Honey Sriracha Mayo | Buttered Brioche Bun

    PRIME RIB BEEF DIP

    Thin Sliced Prime Rib | Gouda Cheese | Giardiniera Spicy Mayo | Grilled Baguette

    LOCAL FRESH CATCH SANDWICH

    Griddled | House Tartar Sauce | Lettuce Tomato | Buttered Brioche Roll

    PULLED PORK BBQ SANDWICH

    Gouda Cheese | BBQ Sauce | Pineapple Coleslaw Buttered Brioche Roll

    SANDERLING SANDWICH

    Griddled Roast Turkey | Spinach | Tomato | Bacon | Gouda | Basil Pesto | Wheatberry Bread

    BURGERS

    #5 BURGER

    Gouda | Smoked Bacon Onion Jam | #5 Sauce Lettuce | Tomato

    FARMHOUSE BURGER

    Smoked Bacon | Over Easy Egg | White Cheddar Avocado Spread | Pico de Gallo

    QUINOA VEGETABLE BURGER

    Sliced English Cucumber | Arugula | Tomato

    KIDS LUNCH & DINNER

    SERVED WITH A SIDE OF SALAD, FRIES, OR FRUIT CUP

    PEANUT BUTTER & JELLY

    GRILLED CHEESE

    HOT DOG

    CHICKEN FINGERS

    CHEESEBURGER

    Dinner

    STARTERS

    BURRATA AND PROSCIUTTO

    Crostini | Fig Jam | Cracked Black Pepper | Arugula

    CRAB HUSH PUPPIES

    Lump Crab | Green Onion | Old Bay | Cheddar Hot Honey Drizzle

    SPICY EDAMAME

    Hoisin Garlic Glaze | Sesame Seeds

    COASTAL CRAB DIP

    Lump Crab | Melted Cheese | Mini Naan Bread

    BURNT ENDS

    Smoked Brisket Burnt Ends | BBQ Chili Glaze | Red Onion

    OLIVE DIP

    Domestic and Imported Olives | Cream Cheese | Red Pepper Pita Chips

    SALADS

    CAESAR

    Shaved Parmesan | Garlic Croutons | Cherry Tomatoes

    MIXED GREENS

    Cherry Tomatoes | English Cucumber | Julienne Red Onion Carrot Ribbons | Lemon Vinaigrette

    THE WEDGE

    Black Forest Bacon | Cherry Tomatoes | Bleu Cheese Crumbles | Creamy Blue Cheese

    CAPRESE

    Heirloom Tomatoes | Fresh Mozzarella Balsamic Reduction | Cracked Black Pepper | Sea Salt

    SOUP

    NC CREAM OF CRAB SOUP

    Lump Crab | Cream and Sherry | Old Bay Dust

    HANDHELDS

    #5 BURGER

    Gouda | Smoked Bacon Onion Jam | #5 Sauce Lettuce | Tomato

    FARMHOUSE BURGER

    Smoked Bacon | Over Easy Egg | White Cheddar Avocado Spread | Pico de Gallo

    QUINOA VEGETABLE BURGER

    Sliced English Cucumber | Arugula | Tomato

    MAINS

    CRAB CAKES

    Twin Seared Crab Cakes | Bell Peppers | Onions Romesco | Roasted Corn Salsa | Arugula | Grilled Lemon

    6 OZ. FILET MIGNON

    Cabernet Demi Glaze | Broccolini | Heirloom Carrots Parmesan Marble Potatoes

    MUSHROOM RAVIOLI

    Wild Mushrooms | White Wine Cream | Baby Spinach Parmesan

    BROWN SUGAR CHOP

    Marinated Pork Chop | Maple Compound Butter Broccolini | Heirloom Carrots | Parmesan Marble Potatoes

    MISO GLAZED SALMON

    Forbidden Rice Blend | Shaved Coconut Cucumber | Arugula

    SESAME SEARED TUNA

    Yellowfin Tuna | Hoisin Garlic Glaze | Spicy Mayo Forbidden Rice Blend | Carrot Ribbons | Arugula

    BRAISED ANGUS SHORT RIB

    Cabernet Demi Glaze | Broccolini | Heirloom Carrots Parmesan Marble Potatoes

    PAN-SEARED LOCAL FRESH CATCH

    Chef’s Featured Seafood of the Day

    DESSERTS

    ITALIAN LEMON TORTE

    Raspberry Amaretto | Vanilla Infused Whipped Cream

    FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE TORTA

    Raspberry Amaretto | Vanilla Infused Whipped Cream

    CARAMEL APPLE PIE

    Caramel | Granny Smith Apples Vanilla Infused Whipped Cream

    KEY LIME PIE

    Graham Cracker Crust | Lime Wheel Vanilla Infused Whipped Cream

    CHEF’S ICE CREAM OF THE DAY

    BEVERAGES

    SPECIALTY COCKTAILS

    SMOLDERING SUNSET

    21 Seeds Cucumber & Jalapeno Tequila Jose Cuervo Gold | Passion Fruit Puree Lime Juice | Chambord Floater

    CRIMSON COAST

    21 Seeds Valencia Orange Hibiscus Tequila Pineapple Juice | Pomegranate Juice

    DAY AT THE BEACH

    Titos Vodka | Triple Sec | Lime Juice Cranberry Juice | Grapefruit Juice

    BACK PORCH TEA

    Woodford Reserve Bourbon | Honey Syrup Lemon Juice | Iced Tea

    COCONUT QUENCH

    Bacardi Rum | Coco Lopez | Lime Juice | Agave Club Soda

    HEMINGWAY DAQURI

    Kill Devil Hill White Rum | Grapefruit Juice Lime Juice | Luxardo

    SOUL SURFER

    Casamigos Reposado | Passion Fruit | Guava | Pineapple Juice | Lime Juice | Triple Sec

    MOJITO

    Bacardi Rum | Lime Juice | Mint | Agave | Club Soda

    DRAFT BEER

    CAROLINA COSTERO MEXICANA

    CAROLINA COPPERLINE AMBER

    GRAPEFRUIT HEFEWEIZEN

    BOLD ROCK CIDER

    WEEPING RADISH

    BOTTLED BEER

    CORONA

    SIERRA NEVADA PALE ALE

    BLUE MOON

    HEINEKEN

    HEINEKEN N.A.

    ASSORTED DOMESTICS

    MOCKTAILS

    CAROLINA BERRY BREEZE

    Strawberries | Mint | Lime Juice | Simple Syrup Club Soda

    COCONUT BREEZE

    Blended Pineapple | Coconut milk | Lime Juice Club Soda

    WATERMELON WAVE FRESCA

    Blended Watermelon Chucks | Lime Juice | Agave

    WINE

    SPARKLING WINES

    Veuve du Vernay Brut, FR

    Veuve du Vernay Brut Rose, FR

    La Marca Prosecco, IT

    Moet & Chandon Brut, FR

    Veuve Clicquot Brut, FR

    SAUVIGNON BLANC

    Sand Point, CA 2022

    Nautilus, NZ 2022

    Stone Street Aurora, CA 2021

    CHARDONNAY

    Sandpoint, CA 2022

    Decoy, CA 2022

    Moreau-Naudet Petit Chablis, FR 2019

    ROSÉ

    Peyrassol, FR 2023

    Whispering Angel, FR 2023

    CABERNET SAUVIGNON

    Hayes Ranch, CA 2021

    Chasing Lions, CA 2021

    Tribute, CA 2021

    The Vice, CA 2022

    The Calling, CA 2021

    Mt Brave, Napa, CA 2019

    Caymus, CA 2022

    PINOT NOIR

    Sand Point, CA 2021

    Argyle Bloom House, OR 2022

    King Estate, OR 2022

    Elk Cove, OR 2022

    Brewer – Clifton , Santa Rita, CA 2021

    MALBEC & MERLOT

    The Seeker Malbec, AR 2022

    Parcel 41 Merlot, CA 2021

    OTHER WHITES

    Allegro Moscato, CA 2021

    Lagaria Pinot Grigio, IT 2022

    Single Post Riesling, GE 2022

    King Estate Pinot Gris, OR 2022

    OTHER REDS

    Santa Barbara Syrah, AR 2022

    Chateau Lassegue, FR 2020

    Saint Emilion, FR 2020

    Opus One, Red Blend, Oakville, CA 2018

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