High Cotton BBQ

BARBEQUE IN KITTY HAWK

High Cotton BBQ – Kitty Hawk NC. BBQ that is loved by locals and a “must visit” restaurant for any Outer Banks vacation. Serving up Eastern North Carolina BBQ, chicken, ribs, and brisket at its best! BBQ in Kitty Hawk NC at its best.

Currently offering TAKE-OUT ONLY SERVICE.  They serve authentic, eastern North Carolina-style pork barbecue. The pork is smoked for hours over hickory, hand-chopped, and then seasoned with a light, vinegar-based sauce that doesn’t overpower the natural flavor of the smoked meat. The Southern fried chicken is crisp and delicious. The smoked chicken is so tender it falls right off the bone, and the Texas-style beef brisket is smoked, sliced, and served with a tangy sauce. St. Louis cut ribs are the local’s favorite for good reason. Portions here are generous. They serve traditional side dishes like cole slaw, baked beans, and fresh vegetables plus hush puppies and French fries. The sauces are homemade and available for purchase…

CHILDREN

They have a children’s menu. This is a great place to feed a crowd, and they have a speedy to-go counter for take-out.  For over 20 years High Cotton Barbeque has been loved by locals and has become one of the must-visit establishments for an Outer Banks vacation.

High Cotton BBQ is available for carry-out. It is easy to pick up lunch for the beach or dinner on the go at your cottage. There are down-home seasonal sides, not to mention Sugar Pig’s Chess Pies.

Consider High Cotton BBQ for catering as well. The menu offers a great selection for weddings, events, and holidays. Call Catering at 252.256.2377.

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High Cotton Barbeque

4.6

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REDBONE BOB

20:41 27 Oct 22

We Traveled From Norfolk to Nags Head NC... We asked at A Couple different Stores "Where could We Get some Good BBQ?" All Folks said.. High Cotton BBQ... We Stopped And found out "TAKE OUT ONLY"... But we were treated so well when we talked to Cashier We decided to order And Eat at Picnic Table outside... Very Quick service... Good Prices... Great Amount of food... It was A Beautiful Day And The Side dish of Cooked Cabbage AMAZING! Great Folks Great Food Great Price...

MsGiana13 Rose

20:28 25 Sep 22

Very good BBQ, and nice size portions! Currently they only do take-out. Super friendly staff and lightning-fast service!

Sarah Hartman

17:21 16 Aug 22

Every year that we make it to the Outerbanks, we make a stop or two here. Today was no different when it comes to the quality of food and service -5 stars all day long! Joe was our cashier- and he was awesome! He was super polite and really just amazing! Portions are also great, especially for the kids. For the kids the portions are enough for 2 lunches for the younger ones. We will be back later this week and the next time we are down here!

K S

00:41 13 Aug 22

We opted to do all the sides ourselves so we could get more BBQ meats--so we didn't do the family deals.
Ribs were the best menu item. Smoked chicken was better than the fried chicken. Brisket was ok. I prefer thinner slices so that's why I wasn't impressed.
Overall, it is a reasonable priced BBQ for a night in on vacation.

Aleina Gomes

23:22 07 Jul 22

If you want the best BBQ at the Outer Banks, drop on by to High Cotton Barbeque!!! The BEST BBQ we've had in a while. Incredible food, service, and experience overall! HIGHLY recommend this place!! The staff are incredibly sweet and hilarious too!! Would work there if I lived nearby:))

Candace Bradam

12:10 19 Jun 21

Service is take out only, but super nice and took us maybe 5 minutes to get in and out. The brisket and pork were good, a variety of sauce was given to us. The slaw was very creamy, okra was the right amount of crispy and the mac and cheese was good. If you are in the area I would give it a try, not sure I would drive for it though.