Tortuga's Lie – Seafood
Sun-drenched coastal charm meets a vibrant, eclectic spirit at this beachside haunt, where the salty breeze mingles with the irresistible aroma of simmering Hatteras-style chowder and spicy Creole crawdads. Diners kick back in a laid-back atmosphere to savor a fusion of bold flavors, from the zesty heat of chili wings to the crisp, garden-fresh crunch of signature salads and artisanal white garlic pizzas. It is a soulful retreat that captures the adventurous essence of the Outer Banks, inviting guests to linger over creative plates and the easygoing rhythm of the shore.
3016, South Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC, 27959 +12524417299 https://www.tortugaslie.com/0Cuisine: Seafood
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Soup & Salad
- Hatteras Style Chowder (Cup) - $5.99: Clear broth style clam chowder Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hatteras Style Chowder (Bowl) - $8.99: Clear broth style clam chowder Available at: dinner, lunch
- Homeboy’s Whim: Chef’s choice soup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Lie’ Salad - $5.99: Crisp & cool greens Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tortugas Greek Salad - $12.99: Tomatoes, red onion, red peppers, kalamata olive, cucumber & feta cheese over mixed greens Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quinoa Salad - $12.99: Quinoa served over mixed greens with walnuts, dates, grape tomatoes & crumbled goat cheese with a lemon olive oil drizzle Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers
- White Garlic Pizza - $9.5: Artichoke hearts, fresh tomatoes, red onion, sweet red peppers & feta cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili Wings - $13.99: Chili garlic glazed wings with chopped peanuts & scallions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus - $9.99: Spicy house-made garbanzo spread served with toasted pita points Available at: dinner, lunch
- Creole Crawdads - $12.99: Tail meat sautéed with tomato, onion & garlic Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cayman Conch Fritters - $13.99: Loaded with conch, lightly fried Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bite of the Day - $12.99: Spicy island marinade, lightly floured & fried Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nachos Supreme - $11.99: Black bean nachos with all the works Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips & Salsa - $4.5: Tortilla chips and house-made salsa Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Tortola Chicken - $19.99: 2 grilled chicken breasts topped with roasted garlic & cracked pepper cream sauce. Served with beans and rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jamaican Jerk Chicken - $19.99: Half chicken stuffed with jerk seasoning. Served with beans and rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Skewered Shrimp Barbados - $22.99: Thai chili glazed shrimp skewered with fresh pineapple, sweet pepper & red onion, topped with chopped peanuts. Served over beans and rice Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Antonio - $19.99: Jerk rubbed pork chops finished with sweet and spicy habanero yellow currant jam. Served with starch & vegetable Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pepper Steak - $22.99: London broil coated in cracked peppers, grilled & served with garlic pepper cream sauce. Served with beans & rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Island Steak - $28.99: 12 oz. dry rubbed chef’s choice cut topped with a roasted garlic herb butter. Served with starch & vegetable Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coco Loco Chicken - $15.5: Chicken breast rolled in coconut & cracked pepper, fried and served with lime curry dipping sauce and beans & rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Tacos - $16.5: 2 soft flour tortillas stuffed with fish, jack cheese, sliced cabbage, cilantro, house-made sauce, sour cream and jalapenos Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers & Sandwiches
- Big Wave Dave - $14.5: Grilled chicken breast with fresh pineapple & swiss cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Cluck - $14.5: Honey habanero BBQ chicken breast with sliced apple & cheddar cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hamburger - $12.5: Served with island fries, lettuce, tomato, mayo, and a pickle Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheeseburger - $12.99: Served with island fries, lettuce, tomato, mayo, and a pickle Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black Bean Burger - $13.5: House made with black beans, quinoa, red peppers and onions, served on whole wheat with chipotle aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Creole Crawdad Fettuccine - $22.99: Crawdads with onion, garlic, tomatoes, & peppers over pasta Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- St. Martin Shrimp - $24.99: Shrimp, onion, roasted garlic, tomato & bacon over pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Steamers
- Steamed Veggie Platter - $9.99: Array of fresh veggies topped with fresh grated parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Steamed Spiced Shrimp (1/2 lb) - $12.99: Spiced steamed shrimp Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Alaskan Snow Crab Legs (1 lb) - $34.99: Steamed snow crab legs Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Sides
- Beans & Rice - $6.5: Topped with salsa and scallions Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Island Fries (Side) - $3.99: Seasoned fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Bread - $3.99: Toasted with garlic butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie - $5.99: Freshly baked in house Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Key Lime Pie - $5.99: Freshly baked in house
- Coconut Cream Pie - $5.99: Freshly baked in house Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
Beverages
- Toasted Turtle - $11: After dinner coffee drink made with Frangelica, Baileys and fresh roasted coffee Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
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