Poor Richards Sandwich Shop
American Restaurant

Poor Richards Sandwich Shop

A no-frills sandwich counter for a quick lunch in downtown Manteo

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$$$$Manteo, NC

About

Poor Richards Sandwich Shop is a small lunch counter on Queen Elizabeth Avenue, one of downtown Manteo's walkable streets just off the Shallowbag Bay waterfront. It's built for a fast, no-frills meal — order at the counter and eat in or take it with you before heading back out to the waterfront shops or up to the historic sites on the island's north end.

Hours and What to Expect

This is a midday spot, not an all-day option: it's open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Saturday, and closed on Sundays. The price range is budget-friendly, and the setup — counter service, takeout-focused — makes it a practical stop when you don't have much time to spare in Manteo. Google lists it under both restaurant and takeaway categories, which lines up with a quick-service sandwich shop rather than a sit-down lunch.

Manteo's downtown sits across the Washington Baum Bridge from the beach towns, with its own waterfront character built around Shallowbag Bay rather than an oceanfront strip. A sandwich counter like this fits that low-key, walkable version of the Outer Banks — worth knowing about for anyone spending the day around the historic district and just wanting a straightforward lunch.

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4.5

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Darren
Darren

3 months ago

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Poor Richard’s was one of the highlights of our trip to the Outer Banks. I ordered the Cuban, and it was absolutely outstanding. It came on a grilled flatbread-style sandwich that was perfectly toasted, with great flavor and a perfect balance of ingredients. My wife ordered the Reuben, and it was every bit as good. We ended up trading halves so we could each try both sandwiches, and we’re glad we did because they were both fantastic. You can tell they take pride in their food. They use Boar’s Head meats, everything is made to order, and the quality really shows. The portions were generous, the ingredients were fresh, and every bite was delicious. The atmosphere was great as well. There is indoor seating along with outdoor seating where you can relax and enjoy views of the sound. The staff was friendly, and the entire experience was excellent from start to finish. One tip: get there early. The line starts growing pretty quickly after they open, and after eating there, it’s easy to see why. Excellent food, great atmosphere, and an overall outstanding experience. We will definitely be back the next time we’re in Manteo.

Jessica Klock
Jessica Klock

a month ago

Just your average pub sandwich eatery. Wait was over 45 minutes. You had to clean your own tables. Staff were friendly. It was just a long wait to order for basic food.

Derek Picklesimer
Derek Picklesimer

3 months ago

Stopped in here for a few cold ones before a ghost tour. Good place to watch sports and relax. Dive atmosphere. I didn't try the food but the bar service was very attentive. Would definitely recommend. One of the very few later night spots in a sleepy town.

Gena Lewis
Gena Lewis

6 months ago

This place was great! The sandwiches were so full of flavor. The staff was very nice. The outdoor seating over looks over the ocean.

Options for dinning inside and out. Outside is along the waterfront. Great views. Food is tasty. Staff is friendly. Great stop for sandwiches.

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