Bob's Grill — Outer Banks Dining Landmark

1219 South Croatan Hwy.,27948,NC,UNITED STATES
252-441-0707

About

Bob’s Grill began at its first location in 1994, where its memorable slogan, “Eat and Get the Hell Out,” emerged from the realities of a busy lunch rush. Owner Bob McCoy would circulate through the crowded restaurant, urging diners to finish up so tables could be freed for people with lunch breaks of only 30 minutes.

That playful instruction soon became a familiar “order.” Customers then asked Bob to place the words on T-shirts and eventually on the restaurant sign. Although he initially worried the slogan could turn prospective guests away, he decided to use it and discovered that it attracted many more customers than it discouraged.

As Bob’s Grill became more popular, it relocated to its current setting at Milepost 9 on the 158 Bypass in Kill Devil Hills. Visitors from across the region now come for the famous T-Shirts, Aprons, Hats, Huggies, Cups and more.

While visiting the Outer Banks, guests are invited to stop by, say “hi,” and take home a souvenir showing that they “Ate and Got the Hell Out” at Bob’s Grill OBX.

Bob's Grill
1219 South Croatan Hwy. Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
252-441-0707

Amenities

Dining

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Gluten Free Options

General

• Work w/Motorcoach Groups in Senior/Student Markets

Yelp

Yelp lists Based on 355 reviews under Recommended Reviews. The page includes reviews attributed to Justice E. dated 08/25/2026, Haley B. dated 08/10/2026, and Mark H. dated 05/12/2026. Across these visitor accounts, recurring subjects include the restaurant’s well-known slogan, quick and friendly service, enjoyable staff interactions, breakfast dishes such as eggs benedict, Bob's Special, biscuits and gravy, and grill specials, along with differing reactions to the food and its cost.