A taste of the region in an unrivaled setting

Spectacular martini cocktail in a rounded glass, decorated with flowers and lemon peel, placed on a linen cloth.

Your place at
our table

The Sanderling is an epicenter for inspired regional cuisine with fresh, locally sourced ingredients at the heart of every dish we serve. Whether you’re starting your day with a hearty breakfast, enjoying a casual al fresco lunch, relishing an intimate dinner for two or gathering with family and friends for an unforgettable oceanside meal, each of our dining options welcomes you with a special brand of Southern hospitality.

Indulge in the authentic flavors
of the region

Exterior of a light-colored building labeled “Therapía,” surrounded by trees and landscaping under clear sky.

Theodosia

Welcome to Theodosia, our signature restaurant from award-winning chef and restaurateur Vivian Howard whose Southern roots are imbued in every dish she creates.

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

Lifesaving Station

Located in the historic Caffey’s Inlet Life Saving Station No. 5, the renovated Lifesaving Station is The Sanderling’s casual, three-meal restaurant celebrating coastal Southern cuisine.

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Sandbar

Enjoy a relaxing lunch or afternoon snack with an ocean view at the Sandbar, or grab something to-go on your way to the beach. Sandbar is is currently closed for the season.

Two to-go coffee cups resting on a wooden bench, ready for a cozy stroll.

Beach House Bar

Grab a coffee to start your day, enjoy a relaxing lunch or afternoon snack with an ocean view at the Beach House Bar, or pick up something to-go on your way to the beach. Offering fresh coffee and a curated selection of beer, wine, and craft cocktails. Beach House Bar is currently closed for the season.

Smiling family enjoying sunny beach picnic while children play in sand near ocean waves.

Sanderling Seaside Picnic: The Perfect Beach Day

The warm Outer Banks sun on your skin, the rhythmic sound of waves crashing just steps away, and before you, a perfectly curated picnic basket brimming with culinary delights. This isn’t just any beach day; it’s a Sanderling Seaside Picnic, designed to transform your coastal relaxation into an experience of pure indulgence.