Tortugas Lie - Nags Head, North Carolina

Frank Petry

Hervorragende Küche...und der Thunfisch,absolut köstlich

Darren

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - A Must-Visit Gem in Nags Head!

We had the pleasure of dining at Tortugas' Lie during our visit to Nags Head, and it was an absolute delight from start to finish! Here's the breakdown:

- Food: I ordered the jerk seasoned beef with beans and rice, and it was a perfect blend of spice and flavor, cooked to perfection. My wife couldn't stop raving about the fish tacos, claiming they might just be the best she's ever tasted. But let's talk about those conch fritters - simply out of this world! The accompanying sweet mustard sauce? We were practically licking the bowl.

- Ambience: The restaurant boasts a retro surfing vibe that's both fun and relaxing. It's like stepping into a different era where the beach culture is alive and well.

- Service: Our waitress was top-notch - attentive, swift, and incredibly knowledgeable about the menu. She made excellent recommendations and ensured our dining experience was seamless.

- Overall Experience: From the moment we walked in, we felt welcomed. The food came out quickly, hot, and exactly as we hoped. The flavors, the atmosphere, and the service combine to make Tortugas' Lie a place we're eager to return to.

If you're in Nags Head, do yourself a favor and stop by Tortugas' Lie. You won't be disappointed, and like us, you'll be planning your next visit before you've even left!

Ronna Jenkins

It was our first time here. Would highly recommend!! Everything was absolutely fantastic!! Shawn was our server, he was so friendly and attentive. We both ordered the specials. I got the yellowfin tuna and my husband got the flounder both delectable. We also ordered a Buffalo shrimp stuffed jalapeno appetizer, also fantastic! No complaints, excellent food, service and atmosphere!!

AL T

140 bucks for 5 for lunch is crazy. Won't be doing that again. Food was ok. Never ever had a dry chicken thigh until yesterday. Not to mention they give you these tiny little sample sized cups of what ever sauce comes with the dish. Now was the sauce good and the chicken flavorful? Yes it was, but would have like an amount proportioned to the food it was paired with! Service was ok, but felt rushed by the waiter to pay up and get out! Probably won't be going back to this restaurant anytime soon

Samantha Sears

We were in the mood for fish tacos and Tortugas Lie was highly rated on Google reviews. While they were pretty good, they definitely weren't the best I've ever had (as some other contributors had said). It was a very generous serving however especially for the price. I loved the eclectic decor throughout and could have stayed longer taking everything in but unfortunately it was our last meal in Nags Head before we departed. Would likely try again on another trip!

Chris Sweet

Lively spot with great food, friendly staff and a fun atmosphere. Everything we got was excellent from the conch fritter starter to the fish tacos and shrimp skewers. Some of the best fish tacos I have had outside of San Diego. Fun bar area with local craft beer. Can get busy with a wait but out back has games and a full volleyball court where you can grab a drink and wait.

Dayna Ribnikar

Cool local establishment with quality food, great cocktails, and a fun vibe! We sat at the bar and ordered a couple beers (to take the edge off) - ordered the crawfish, steamed Carolina pinks, steamed clams, and the local yellow fin tuna sandwich. They tell you straight up when you order the crawfish dish that they’re not fresh, but honestly you could have fooled us! The chef definitely knows what he’s doing blending garlic, tomatoes, red peppers, and onions with the crawfish! The shrimp were super fresh - the clams were quite possibly the biggest and cleanest (no grit) we’ve had in a long time - and the local tuna was incredible! Ended with a couple gin cocktails that were light and delicious! If you’re looking for good food and a low key vibe, this is your place!

Ps) They have sand volleyball courts out back that people are welcome to play on.

Sarah Boucher

We arrived and there was a 15 min wait at 5:30. It was so worth it, though. I had the salad special. It was grilled salmon on a bed of mixed greens with a savory delicious dressing, cashews, feta, sweet red peppers, and grilled red onions. Superb! My husband ordered the jerk chicken. He said rhe jerk seasoning wasn't very strong, but it was cooked well and her enjoyed the rice and beans with the pineapple chutney! Our daughters enjoyed their PB&J and pasta with butter. They ended their dinner with the chocolate peanut butter pie. My oldest was disappointed that it wasn't the whole pie, but she rated it a 10. We will definitely return! Thank you for a delightful evening!