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Big Al's Restaurant and Grill

716 S. Highway 64/264, Highway 64/264, Manteo, NC 27954
252 473 5570
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Ranked #15 of 24 restaurants in Manteo
Cuisines: American
Good for: Cheap Eats
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Cheap Eats
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Dessert
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Massillon, Ohio, United States
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Stopped in today for the 3rd time and was pleasantly surprised! James, our server was excellent. We did not have to wait in line for long at all. The food was brought to our table in a timely manner, and very good in quality. Atmosphere is unlike any other in a good way. Gift shop brought back memories of a... More

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Lynchburg, Virginia, United States
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Its OK... we went for the first time today. It was great service but the food is average nothing special or particularly good. Extremely overpriced for the portions. I would not recommend it. My husband got the fried cod and I got the chicken strips.

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Glen Allen, Virginia
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61 reviews 61 reviews
40 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

This place is a real throwback to the 50's. They have awesome burgers along with an extensive menu. The milkshakes are my kids favorites. While you're waiting on your food, your kids can go into the small arcade room or look around the cool gift shop. Everyone old and young will like this place. Make sure you play the tunes... More

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Clinton, Ohio, United States
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38 reviews 38 reviews
28 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013

Stopped in for the first time today. This place Rocks. Great food and atmosphere , We got the coconut shrimp and Rueben's and were very happy with the choices. We will definitely be back.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 via mobile

Visited the obx last week and had a blast at this place! Great food and had the enthusiastic jake as our waiter! He really had the look of a boy from the 50s! Was amazed by the huge collection of coke memorabilia! Hope we make it back in the future!

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Clemmons, North Carolina
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

Stopped in on our way to the aquarium and had the worst service of our entire trip. The food was good, but the waitress never once returned to our table. Part of our order was incorrect, but after waiting for more than 30 minutes for her to return, we just ate it as it was. Our drinks were never refilled... More

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Manteo, North Carolina, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2013

Big Al's recently opened for the 2013 season and once again the restaurant is delivering impressive food and awesome service. I love the atmosphere and it always puts me in a good mood to walk through their door. The staff is always friendly from the host and servers to the kitchen staff and management. A great place to drop in... More

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Nags Head, North Carolina
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3 restaurant reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2013

Really enjoyed the food and the service! I have been coming to the Outer Banks for the past 20 years, and this is the best service I've ever received here....Thanks to our waitress, Shyanne. She was friendly, accurate, and efficient. The food was fabulous! Thanks Shyanne and the rest of Big Al's staff!

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Akron, Ohio
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6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 December 2012

My husband and I love Big Al's. We have made it an OBX tradition. They have a variety of menu options, great desserts, lively atmosphere, and lots and lots of Coca-cola memoribelia.

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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 November 2012 via mobile

If you like Coca-Cola Collectibles it is fun to see everything but if you are looking to actually eat don't go in hungry. We were seated right away then sat and sat and sat and sat. Now remember this is November off sesson hardly anyone there. Plenty of wait staff just none of them interested in waiting on us. We... More

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Derrick C, General Manager at Big Al's Restaurant and Grill, responded to this review
8 December 2012

Please accept our humblest of apologies for your experience at Big Al's. We're happy you enjoyed the environment and I would like to assure you that your experience was atypical of our business. The food and service match the environment and we'd love the opportunity to make this experience up to you. More

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