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Aqua Restaurant and Spa - Duck, NC reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.
Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant
Noise • Moderate
Coastal North Carolina
Best Overall
Coastal North Carolina
Best Food
Coastal North Carolina
Best Ambiance
Coastal North Carolina
Best Value
Coastal North Carolina
Innovative
Coastal North Carolina
Healthy
Coastal North Carolina
Great for fine wines
Coastal North Carolina
Romantic
Coastal North Carolina
Great for scenic views
Coastal North Carolina
Most Booked
Outer Banks
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Charles VIP
Virginia145 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
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Carol VIP
Virginia15 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2025
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Ann
San Francisco16 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2025
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Patty
South Carolina12 reviews
Dined on May 18, 2025
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Maria VIP
Virginia65 reviews
Dined on May 18, 2025
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Debbie
Charlotte50 reviews
Dined on May 17, 2025
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Larry
Baltimore / Maryland4 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2025
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Elizabeth VIP
Washington DC39 reviews
Dined on May 11, 2025
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Gina VIP
New York City24 reviews
Dined on May 11, 2025
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Aqua Restaurant and Spa - Duck, NC is rated 4.9 stars by 1464 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
1174 Duck Rd, Duck, NC 27949