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Tale of the Whale

4.6

About this business

Casual dining with a fantastic waterfront view of the beautiful Roanoke Sound. Serving the finest and freshest seafood, prime rib, pastas and choice steaks. Enjoy your favorite cocktail in the waterfront gazebo or in the lounge, as you enjoy the magnificent sunset. 

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7575 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC, 27959, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Tue4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Wed4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Thu4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Fri4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Sat4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Sun4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
4.62,964 reviews
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Sarah Hayden 
7 years ago

Excellent drinks. Good food friendly staff 

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Larry Saul 
7 years ago

We had a party of 8...sat in about 20min! Great food and service! Will make this an annual tradition from now on! 

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Chelsea Molter 
7 years ago

Awesome food. Quick service. Friendly servers and delicious desert. Go early and get 20% off! 

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Robin Schrum Barrett 
7 years ago

I have eaten here several times over the years.The service is excellent as well as the food.If you are seated before 5 pm there is a 20 percent discount on your ticket.In the lobby there is a wonderful selection of jewelry to look at and purchase.A most enjoyable dining experience! 

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Crystal Aswell Edwards 
7 years ago

Thanks to Karen B. (our waitress) and the rest of the Tale of the Whale crew for making our last night here in OBX wonderful! We’ll be back!! 

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Daniel Ryman 
7 years ago

BEST RESTAURANT EVER! Best not only in the OBX but definitely the east coast... freshest seafood around prepared by the most amazing people. The owners, Dan & Kathy , truly care about each customers experience, the service is the best around! As there usually is a wait to be seated during peak hours ( which is a good sign.. honestly, would you want to go to a restaurant in the obx in peak season without a wait?? Red flag!!) you can enjoy the outside deck and gazebo while enjoying the bar and live 🎶... If you don’t go here w... read more

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Angela N Mike 
7 years ago

My husband and I split a meal since they are so large and we were charged $8.00 for an extra plate which was not explained to us when we ordered and said we wanted to split a meal. Food was good but the extra charge was not! 

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Kent Kiehl 
7 years ago

Great food , great service , great drinks 

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Ronald Alfors 
7 years ago

Outstanding food and service. Will be returning before our vacation ends 

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How is Tale of the Whale rated?

Tale of the Whale has a 4.6 star rating with 2,964 reviews. 

When is Tale of the Whale open?

Tale of the Whale is closed now. It will open at 4:00 p.m. 

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