AQUA Restaurant Menu Prices

New Age-y restaurant & spa concept offers locally sourced fare & an oceanfront venue with a deck.

Waterfront Dining, Regionally Inspired Creations, Exquisite Wines, Hand-Crafted Cocktails, Year-round. Our outstanding staff provides an exceptional culinary experience in our casual setting you’re sure to be comfortable relaxing in. Gorgeous sunsets, live music, and good times make AQUA the place where delicious food and beautiful memories happen year-round on the Outer Banks. Our lunch menu has soups, salads, sandwiches, seafood, and much more. At dinner, Chef creates exquisite specialty dishes using local-caught fish and seafood, locally farmed ingredients, and all-natural meats. Carefully chosen innovative wine, craft beer, and specialty cocktails perfectly complement Chef’s savory creations. Our yummy desserts are handmade in house.

  4.5 – 868 reviews  $$$ • American restaurant

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Menu
LUNCH
AQUA’s Signature Sweet Corn and Crab Soup
drizzled with white truffle oil | cup 11 or bowl 14
Chilled Cucumber Melon Soup
Garnished with a crème fraîche | cup 8 or bowl 10 GF
Strawberry Arugula Salad
Arugula, sliced strawberry, toasted cashews, golden raisins, and goat cheese crumbles tossed in a Champagne pomegranate vinaigrette. GF
$14.00
Caesar Salad
Crispy Romaine tossed in a classic caesar dressing with house-made croutons and shaved parmesan. add white anchovies 2
$11.00
Mixed Greens Salad
A classic green salad made with a blend of whole leaf petite greens blended with grape tomatoes, julienne carrots, and English cucumbers in a balsamic vinaigrette. GF
$9.00
ADD to your salad
Grilled Chicken Breast 8 | Sautéed Shrimp 9 | Scottish Salmon 19 | Grilled Mahi 10
AQUA’s Bangin” Shrimp
A house favorite! Shrimp are lightly battered and fried then tossed in our signature Bangin’ Sauce and served over a coriander lime slaw.
$16.00
Crab Dip
Lump crab meat blended with cream cheese, herbs and topped with melted parmesan. Served with either crostini or carrot chips for dipping. GF
$20.00
Roasted Garlic Baba Ghanoush
Roasted eggplant dip topped with a basil pesto drizzle, Aleppo pepper flakes, and olive oil. Served with either toasted pita points or carrot chips. GF
$13.00
Lobster Mac & Cheese
Trottole pasta in a creamy gouda cheese sauce with langostino lobster and baked with applewood smoked bacon and parsley.
$20.00
Cheese and Charcuterie Slate
Belletoile Triple Cream Brie | Deer Creek Vat 17 Cheddar | Miguel and Valentino Sweet Coppa | Molinari Sopressata | Served with Chef’s selected accompaniments and crostini.
$28.00
Cones of House Cut Fries
AQUA Fries with curry chipotle ketchup 8 or Truffle Fries tossed in white truffle oil with parmesan cheese and a bistro aioli 11
Fish and Chips
Hand battered and fried local white fish with house cut French fries and coriander lime slaw.
$16.00
Bangin’ Shrimp Tacos
AQUA’s Bangin’ Shrimp on flour tortillas with coriander lime slaw and mixed greens.
$16.00
Coconut Curry Shrimp
Shrimp sautéed in a Thai coconut curry sauce over rice with roasted red pepper, onion, and scallions. GF
$17.00
Grilled or Blackened Mahi Fish Tacos
Grilled local Mahi on flour tortillas with AQUA’s bangin’ sauce, mixed greens, and coriander lime slaw.
$15.00
Ahi Tuna or Scottish Salmon Poke Bowl
Marinated sashimi tuna or salmon over Jasmine rice with shaved carrot, marinated cucumber, edamame, crispy fried onion, scallions, and sesame seeds with AQUA’s Bangin’ Sauce and kabayaki glaze.
$17.00
Natural Beef Burger
Grilled patty with bibb lettuce, tomato, onion, and house-cut fries. Offered with a choice of Swiss, provolone, or cheddar cheese. | add Applewood smoked bacon 2 | add sautéed mushrooms and shallots 3
$15.00
Teriyaki Beef Bowl
Teriyaki marinated filet mignon sautéed with red onions and mixed bell peppers and served over Jasmine rice with chopped scallions GF
$17.00
Quinoa Bowl
Herbed quinoa with sautéed zoodles, roasted cherry tomatoes, pearl onions, petite pois, mushrooms, and arugula. Finished with basil olive oil and balsamic glaze. GF and Vegan. Add to your Quinoa Bowl…Grilled Chicken Breast 8 | Sautéed Shrimp 9 | Scottish Salmon 19 | Grilled Mahi 10
$16.00
Turkey Bacon Ranch Panini
Thinly sliced oven-roasted turkey breast, thick-cut smoked bacon, poblano ranch, arugula, and smoked cheddar pressed between two crispy pieces of panini bread. Served with house spiced potato chips. Substitute fries for $1 or truffle fries $2.
$15.00
Falafel Pita
Roasted garlic Pita stuffed with house-made falafel, arugula, heirloom cherry tomatoes, cucumber, onion, parsley, and a Za’atar spiced yogurt sauce. Served with house spiced chips. Substitute fries for $1 or truffle fries $2.
$15.00
For the Younger Crowd (12 years and under)
Chicken Tenders and fries or Fish & Chips (fried local white fish with fries) or Pasta with butter and grated parmesan or creamy cheese sauce (all served with green beans)
$14.00
DINNER
AQUA’s Signature Sweet Corn and Crab Soup
Drizzled with white truffle oil | cup 11 or bowl 14
Chilled Cucumber Melon Soup
Vegetarian. Garnished with a crème fraîche | cup 8 or bowl 10 GF
Strawberry Arugula Salad
Arugula, sliced strawberry, toasted cashews, golden raisins, and goat cheese crumbles tossed in a Champagne pomegranate vinaigrette. GF
$14.00
Caesar Salad
Crispy Romaine tossed in a classicCaesar dressing with house made croutonsand shaved parmesan.; add white anchovies 2
$11.00
Mixed Greens Salad
A classic green salad made with a blend of whole leaf petite greens blended with grape tomatoes, julienne carrots, and English cucumbers in a balsamic vinaigrette. GF
$9.00
AQUA’s Bangin” Shrimp
A house favorite! Shrimp are lightly battered and fried then tossed in our signature Bangin’ Sauce and served over a coriander lime slaw.
$16.00
Crab Dip
Lump crab meat blended with cream cheese, herbs and topped with melted parmesan. Served with either crostini or carrot chips for dipping. GF
$20.00
Roasted Garlic Baba Ghanoush
Roasted eggplant dip topped with a basil pesto drizzle, Aleppo pepper flakes, and olive oil. Served with either toasted pita points or carrot chips. GF
$13.00
Lobster Mac & Cheese
Trottole pasta in a creamy gouda cheese sauce with langostino lobster and baked with applewood smoked bacon and parsley.
$20.00
Cones of House Cut Fries
AQUA Fries with curry chipotle ketchup 8 or Truffle Fries tossed in white truffle oil with parmesan cheese and a bistro aioli 11
Cheese and Charcuterie Slate
Belletoile Triple Cream Brie | Deer Creek Vat 17 Cheddar | Miguel and Valentino Sweet Coppa | Molinari Sopressata | Served with Chef’s selected accompaniments and crostini.
$28.00
Chef’s Daily Fish Special
Brought to us from our local waters. Market Price
Shrimp and Grits
Chef Cory’s rendition of this Southern classic.Sautéed shrimp with mild chorizo, roasted cherry tomatoes, smoked cheddar cheese grits, crispy blue tortilla strips, and roasted poblano cream sauce. GF
$29.00
Shrimp and Andouille Pasta
Fettuccini tossed with sautéed shrimp, andouille sausage, fresh tomato, spinach, and a roasted garlic and tomato cream sauce. Finished with shaved Manchego cheese and fresh chopped parsley.
$28.00
Pistachio Crusted Scottish Salmon
Served over red lentils, pearl onions, arugula, and caramelized pancetta. Finished with a blood orange and carrot purée. GF
$32.00
Crab Cakes
Two pan-seared lump crab cakes over roasted garlic and parmesan Israeli couscous with asparagus and a fresh herb emulsion.
$42.00
Char Grilled 6oz Filet Mignon
Served with tallow roasted red potatoes, petites pois, crispy leeks, blackened demi-glace, and parmesan cream. GF
$46.00
Steak Frites
Grilled 8oz NY Strip, crispy shoe-string potatoes, sautéed green beans, and blackened demi-glace.
$32.00
Garlic and Herb Roasted French Cut Chicken Breast
Served over Jasmine rice with roasted seasonal mushrooms, asparagus, and a buttermilk sauce suprême. GF
$28.00
Seared Duck Breast
Served over borlotti beans with caramelized onions, roasted red pepper, arugula, and a white peach BBQ sauce. GF
$36.00
Vegetarian Stuffed Tomato
Roasted tomato stuffed with zoodles, eggplant, goat cheese, and fresh basil. Served over herbed quinoa with baby bok choy and roasted red pepper coulis. (For a vegan option, request no goat cheese.) GF
$25.00
Choice of…Allergy Steak, Chicken or Fish
Sautéed zoodles, roasted cherry tomatoes, baby bok choy, pearl onions, and arugula finished with a basil infused olive oil and balsamic glaze. GF (Price based upon protein selection) In response to the growing numbers of allergies and food sensitivities, AQUA has created a “set” that does not contain any soy, gluten, shellfish, dairy, or nuts and is guaranteed to be free from any cross-contamination. This is also a Keto friendly option! Other entrées are not able to offer the same guarantee.
ADD a side to your meal
Sautéed Mushrooms and Shallots 10 | Smoked Cheddar Cheese Grits 7 (availability may be limited)
For the Younger Crowd(12 years and under)
Chicken Tenders and fries or Fish & Chips (fried local white fish with fries) or Pasta with butter and grated parmesan or creamy cheese sauce (all served with green beans)
$14.00
DESSERT
Chocolate Torte
A rich dark chocolate torte topped with a marshmallow meringue. Served with an espresso chocolate syrup and toasted hazelnuts.
$10.00
Raspberry Pitachio Parfait
A smooth creamy vanilla gelato with raspberry jam, whipped cream, and toasted pistachio.
$8.00
Francie’s Peanut Butter Pie
A creamy peanut butter pie with a Nutter Butter crust and served with salted caramel, whipped cream, and toasted peanuts.
$9.00
Ginger Snap Pudding
Served warm and topped with brown butter ice cream and a caramel drizzle.
$8.00
AQUA Sorbets + Ice Creams
2 scoops 6 | 1 scoop 3.5

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Order and Reservations

Reservations: opentable.com

Contact AQUA Restaurant

Address: 1174 Duck Rd Downstairs, Duck, NC 27949

Phone: (252) 261-9700

Website: https://aquarestaurantobx.com/

Hours

Saturday 11AM–2PM, 4:30–8:30PM
Sunday 11AM–2PM, 4:30–8:30PM
Monday Closed
Tuesday 11AM–2PM, 4:30–8:30PM
Wednesday 11AM–2PM, 4:30–8:30PM
Thursday 11AM–2PM, 4:30–8:30PM
Friday 11AM–2PM, 4:30–8:30PM

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