''My daughter has food restrictions, so I called ahead to see if they had what I needed. Barb, owner, actually ordered items for me so they were there for our vacation!!! 5 stars by me - Thanks Barb!...''

''This Food Lion runs out of everything during the summer months! It is extremely overcrowded, and the long lines make it an unenjoyable experience! It is worth the trip to go a bit further to other stores for all your grocery needs!...''

''Scott & his staff provided us with the most fabulous food for our parents 50th Wedding Anniversary & then for my brother's Wedding.
The crab cakes are the best ANYWHERE! Their Chocolate dessert paired with Champagne was incredible. All the food was fresh, delicious, and beutifully presented. The staff is friendly,and most efficient. You can't go wrong for any occasion or just to drop in & take something amazing home....''

''I had 12 people for dinner and went to Austin's for tuna steaks. I left with wonderful suggestions and marinades for the grill. Dinner was superb! The tuna was fresh and perfect. I really wanted to stop by before my return trip to NY to thank you in person, but time ran out. Thank you for your help; you were really patient with me and your suggestions worked just great. Not only is your product excellent, but your service and assistance is an asset to Rodanthe. car....''

''We have stayed at the campground twice and are planning a third annual trip. We have always had great service. We did have a minor problem late one evening after the office had closed but someone arrived to assist in less than 15 minutes. I highly recommend you consider staying here....''

''They have everything you will need. Also, it is great to take the kids to see the fish being cleaned at Odens Dock....''

''This is were it all begins! It has the best meats and deli foods- it may sound funny, but I love the egg salad sandwiches! The service is great as well....''

''This grocery store blows away the competition! Staff is friendly and helpful and the store is exceptionally well-stocked. We celebrated two birthdays while here and the coconut and old fashioned fudge cakes obtained in the bakery section rivaled those of a specialty bakery. For a nominal charge, the staff even blew up the helium balloons I provided. We'll keep coming back !...''

''It's Southern Style foods.They serve breakfast and lunch. They have an inside and outside dining area. Their breakfast includes, biscuits, bacon, sasuge, eggs, french toast, hasnbrowns, cressonts,any kind of sandwich you would like them to make, coffee. It's Deli style of course. You order,take your food to the register, pay and then go eat in one of their dining areas. I prefer to take it home. They do have WIFI which is a real plus. It's a favorite spots for budget minded diners....''

''Stop by the deli. Awesome tuna salad!...''

''This store is a piece of crap. Dirty. The produce is horrible, and the meat is often outdated. Wish we could get a real grocery store in Manteo. There is no competition, so their prices are high....''

''A stop at the Blue Whale has been a family tradition since we began visiting the Outer Banks in the mid 1970s. Our kids got a t-shirt there every year & now the grand kids want one, too. Friendly place with the basics in groceries & beach gear....''

''As a regular shopper at health food stores, I was delighted to find this one when I moved to Manteo. The service is generally good and they have a decent selection of products. The prices, however, are a bit more than what you will find at similar stores in other areas. They also downsized and got rid of their bulk spice/dry goods section, which was my main reason for going there. While I will shop there if I'm in the area, it's not practical to make a separate trip....''

''Awesome service. Very convient and they have just about everything....''

''No place like it, we get our beer for the day early in the morning and this place is our first and only stop! Friendly folks and great prices and selection!...''

''I am usually a Wal-Mart shopper but in Dare County Wal-Mart is so far away. K-Mart seems to be better positioned on the island for the type of store that it is. It is very easy to get in and out of and it seems to be well stocked. The service is fine so this is a great store and my #1 general store for the Outer Banks...''

''This place has old fashioned hoop cheese, fresh seafood & all the fun little souvineers! Definitely worth the stop...''