canoe salad
mixed greens key lime basil vin cucumbers and tomatoes-GF
wedge
iceberg bacon tomatoes gorgonzola cream dressing_GF
Spring Salad
spring greens walnuts goat cheese cranberries apricot vin-GF
Burrata Salad
baby bibb lettuce raspberries sweet and spicy sunflower and pumpkin seeds with fig and roasted shallot balsamic dressing-GF
Lobster Salad
chilled maine lobster citrus aioli fresh arugula and house made crostini
Oysters Rockefeller
paper canoe style with homemade pimento cheese and spicy sriracha-GF
crispy Fried Oysters
cornmeal crusted local oysters house pickled veg and remoulade-GF
southern Arancini
panko crusted housemade grits stuffed with housemade pimento cheese served with spicy aioli-GF
french Onion Soup
creamy normandy style caramelized onions and apples with melted gruyere crostini
sweet pea Ravioli
hand rolled sweet pea and caramelized onion ravioli spiced vegetable puree and red bell pepper coulis
confit Duck Spring Rolls
hand pulled duck confit asian slaw spiced honey
Crab Dip
jumbo lump housemade blue crab dip house artisan crackers
wild catch
pan seared pompano toasted vegetable couscous and quinoa medley with grilled asparagus green onion cremini mushrooms and a strawberry beurre blanc
crab stuffed shrimp
large shrimp lump crab asparagus caper meuniere sauce housemade cornbread
Scallops
pan seared U-8 diver scallops grilled corn and toasted farro ratatoullie vegetable sherry puree
cast iron Shrimp and Grits
large shrimp smoked gouda grits sauteed spinach asparagus andoullie reduction-GF
Steak Frites
classic french style 16oz ribeye and frites l'entrecote sauce-GF
Chicken Kiev
organic chicken breast rolled with herb butter lightly breaded potato gratin green beans and herb buerre blanc -GF
paper canoe ravioli with lump blue crab
hand rolled five cheese ravioli topped with sauteed lump blue crab choice of sauce fresh tomato basil house made parmesan cream
fish almondine
sauteed fish with toasted almonds meuniere sauce stone ground grits with green beans and carrots-GF
filet wellington
filet mignon wrapped in puff pastry cognac cream sauce and roasted vegetables
Seafood Risotto
sauteed scallops and shrimp roasted tomato bacon broth-GF
gnocchi and Meatballs
potato and asiago cheese gnocchi housemade italian meatballs vodka sauce red bell pepper coulis
vegetarian
whole roasted cauliflower wild rice whipped feta and chimichurri-GF
citrus piers
NC 1000 piers gin aperol splash guava soda
effen canoe sunset
effen blood orange vodka pomegranate liqueur desert pear sinker with bordeaux cherry
awwww yeah
raspberry vodka limoncello lemon juice sinker of chambord
ocean age
jefferson's ocean bourbon domaine cantonlemon juice brown sugar rim
canoe 75
organic prairie gin st.germain elderflower lemon juice prosecco
duck duck goose
grey goose l'orange blue curacao coconut milk
here piggy piggy
whistle pig rye 12Y candied bacon
angel's old fashion
angel's envy bourbon muddled orange bitters and bordeaux cherry
spicy mezcal margarita
casamigos mezcal triple sec fresh sweet and sour jalapenos and a tajin rim
cucumber Mint Mojito
rum muddled lime mint and cane sugar splash of soda and fresh cucumber
sweet tart Lemonade
artisan lemonade pineapple juice lime and french bubble gum syrup edible lemon straw
unbellini
italian peach puree white peach and rose syrup splash of sparkling water
coco no loco
muddled lime mint cane sugar coconut milk splash of ginger beer
key lime pie
pot d'creme
vanilla bean Creme Brulee
Flourless Chocolate Torte
capuccino Cake
Limoncello Cake
If you’re curious about what coastal dining really tastes like in Duck, NC, The Paper Canoe Menu is where the story begins. Tucked away at 1564 Duck Rd, this spot leans into fresh, locally inspired flavors without overcomplicating things. You’ll find seafood that actually tastes like it came off the boat that morning, paired with seasonal ingredients that bring color and balance to every plate.
What I love most is how the menu moves easily from refined to comforting. One minute you’re eyeing a beautifully prepared catch of the day, the next you’re tempted by something rich and satisfying that feels like a warm Southern hug. There’s a thoughtful mix of small plates, hearty entrées, and creative sides, so whether you’re sharing with the table or claiming a dish all to yourself, it all feels intentional. Even the cocktail and wine selections seem designed to match that breezy Outer Banks vibe, making it easy to settle in and stay awhile.