Bonzer Shack Bar & Grill – American
This sun-drenched coastal retreat captures the effortless spirit of a beachside hangout, where the air is filled with the savory aroma of zesty stuffed jalapeños and the lively energy of a rustic surf shack. The kitchen turns out bold, soul-warming plates like creamy smoked gouda grit cakes and crispy fried plantains, offering a vibrant fusion of flavors that invites guests to linger over golden Bonzer shrimp and salt-kissed snacks in a space that feels like a permanent vacation.
1200 South Virginia Dare Trail, Kill Devil Hills NC 27948 https://bonzershack.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, sugar-free, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Wednesday - Sunday
- 11:30 AM - 11:30 PM
What diners are saying
Guests rave about the consistently crispy textures found throughout the menu, from the appetizers to the main courses, with many highlighting the exceptionally fresh salad as a standout dish. Celebrated for its comfortable and inviting setting, the experience is further enhanced by a welcoming, professional staff that ensures every visit feels special and seamless.
Menu
Short Boards
- Bonzer Shrimp - $16.99: BBQ grilled bacon-wrapped shrimp served with a smoked Gouda grit cake Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Gouda Grit Cake - $9.99: A Bonzer original! Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Japps - $11.99: Shack made jalapeños stuffed with seasoned cream cheese and baked, served with spicy cucumber salad Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Flight Simulators: Grilled wings with honey habanero sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shack Wings: Grilled and rolled in sweet, savory and slightly hot Bonzer sauce Dietary tags: Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBC - $9.99: Shack-made black bean & corn cakes served with lime sour cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Plantains - $9.99: Sweet plantains served with a creamy coconut curry dipping sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- BOFF - $5.99: Basket of French Fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips & Salsa - $6.99: Corn tortilla chips and house salsa Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Green Tomatoes - $9.99: Seasoned green tomato slices with smoked jalapeño remoulade Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hippie Dip - $13.99: Seasoned refried beans, sour cream, cheddar cheese, scallions, black olives & pico de gallo with corn tortilla chips Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quag’s Queso - $8.99: Creamy queso dip served with corn tortilla chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shack Made Chilled Pimento Cheese - $9.99: Served with pita points Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soft Pretzel - $9.99: Served with Quag's Queso Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Shack Salads
- Shack Salad - $8.99: Lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, and crispy fried leeks Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Super Shack Salad - $14.5: Salad greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, goat cheese, fried plantains, and fried leeks Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Bonzer Burgers
- Shack Burger - $14.99: Shack-seasoned beef, lettuce, tomato, served with French fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bonzer Burger - $16.5: Beef burger with Teriyaki glaze, pineapple ring, wasabi mayo, lettuce, tomato, and French fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pickled Pimento Burger - $16.99: Beef burger topped with house-made pimento cheese and crispy fried pickles, lettuce, tomato, and French fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rasta Burger - $13.5: Shack-made black bean & corn burger with lime sour cream, lettuce, tomato, and French fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Burger - $14.5: Ground turkey with Shack seasoning, lettuce, tomato, and French fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bang Bang Burger - $16.5: Beef burger topped with bang bang slaw and crispy fried onion straws, lettuce, tomato, and French fries Available at: dinner, lunch
Long Boards
- Dockside Entree: Fresh fish of the day served with fries and Shack slaw Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Shrimp - $19.99: Shrimp fried in Shack-seasoned flour, served with fries and Shack slaw Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Cakes: Fresh crabmeat fried golden brown, served with Shack slaw and fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Mac ‘n Cheese - $24.99: Smoked Gouda and white American cheese with crab in a flour tortilla bowl Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shaka Bowl - $13.5: Red beans, coconut rice, wok charred veggies and spicy cucumber salad Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Shack Tacos
- Bonzo’s Jerk Chicken Tacos - $14.99: Two tacos with shredded jerk-seasoned chicken and spicy cucumber salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso Steak Tacos - $14.99: Two tacos with sautéed shaved ribeye steak, onions, and queso in flour tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Tacos - $14.99: Two shrimp tacos with coconut rice, pico de gallo and lime sour cream Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresh Fish Tacos: Two grilled flour tortillas with shredded cabbage, cheddar cheese, fresh fish and spicy lime sour cream sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Tacos - $8.99: Two tacos with refried beans, shredded cabbage, pico de gallo and fried sweet plantains Available at: dinner, lunch
Bonzer Sides
- French Fries - $2.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red Beans - $2.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coconut Rice - $2.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tater Tots - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shack Slaw - $2.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- R & B (Coconut Rice and Beans) - $3.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cucumber Salad - $3.99: Cool cucumbers with spicy heat Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Pepsi
- Diet Pepsi Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Sierra Mist Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Pink Lemonade
- Mountain Dew Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Dr. Pepper
- Sweet Tea
- Unsweetened Tea Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Signature Drinks
- Bonzer Punch - $11.5: Cruzan pineapple rum, guava juice and orange juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Espresso Please - $13: Cold brew espresso, Titos and Kahlúa Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Coconut Mojito - $14: Bacardi Coconut Rum, mint, house-made agave, fresh lime, coconut, and soda
- The Classic Margarita - $12: El Jimador Tequila, Triple Sec, fresh lime, house made agave, and soda
Frequently Asked Questions about Bonzer Shack Bar & Grill
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Vegan options include BOFF, Veggie Tacos, and Coconut Rice, while keto and low-carb diets are supported by Stuffed Japps.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers rave about the consistently crispy textures, exceptionally fresh salads, comfortable setting, and the welcoming, professional staff.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain information regarding the total number of reviews for Bonzer Shack Bar & Grill.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This budget-friendly ($) American restaurant offers a casual, beachside hangout atmosphere with a rustic surf shack vibe and comfortable setting.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Bonzer Shack Bar & Grill specializes in American cuisine, featuring coastal-inspired dishes like Bonzer shrimp, grit cakes, and fish tacos.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- The restaurant is currently operational, with its website located at https://bonzershack.com/ and a perfect 5.0/5 average rating from guests.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include Bonzer shrimp, smoked gouda grit cakes, stuffed jalapeños, crispy fried plantains, and the exceptionally fresh shack salad.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This 5.0-rated beachside retreat offers a rustic surf shack atmosphere featuring unique dishes like smoked gouda grit cakes and zesty stuffed jalapeños.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided data for Bonzer Shack Bar & Grill does not include specific information regarding the restaurant's daily hours of operation.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Enjoy the beachside atmosphere with crispy appetizers, fresh salads, and golden Bonzer shrimp served by a welcoming, professional staff.
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