Blue Moon Beach Grill

The best food we have had in the Outer Banks. My husband and I were in town for a week, so it was convenient that we could snag seats at the bar. It was lively, but not distracting. The bartender (Alex) was great! Mussels - 10/10 Crab and Pimento Cheese Dip - 8/10 Beef Bulgogi (special) - 10/10 Crab cake - 8/10 ( wish it would have had more of a crust) Spinach and Arugula salad with Shrimp - 10/10 Will go back here every single time we visit the Outer Banks.

Courtney our waitress was excellent! As well as the food. Was the best seafood dinner we have ever had! And that is no exaggeration...😎🎉☄️⛱️👍 We loved every bite and the mussels were amazing! Can't wait to come again! Everyone needs some Blue Moon more than once in a lifetime, Billy Myers

There are many dining options in the Outer Banks area. This one stood out as we thoroughly enjoyed the dishes offered! They have a diverse menu, from land and sea to handhelds. The pricing does reflect that of higher end, but it's backed up with the well prepared entrees and presentation. Dining area give a casual and relaxed vibe. Staff was very friendly and attentive. Try visiting early, as peak hours tends to get fairly busy, and may have to wait awhile to get a table. Perfect place to dine for a special occasion, or just enjoy a flavorful meal.

Everyday we drove by lunch time or dinner time, the parking lot was packed. We decided to visit for lunch. The fried calamari was very good & different, served with a lemon butter sauce underneath the crispy calamari. The oyster Rockefeller was also very good with large fresh oysters & fresh spinach covered with breadcrumbs, cheese & sauce. My salad with blackened shrimps was so good. I would order it again. Wife ordered the swordfish & grits with collard greens. Grits were on the sweet side with the Cajun honey sauce. Greens were cooked perfectly. 2 thumbs up!

Our second year visiting the new location... Great yard and patio/deck and very accommodating of our hounds! They'll even do a pup-burger or a chicken breast for your doggos. Excellent food and attentive service, be sure to check the specials (Wahoo Mac!) and don't miss the Mahi-BLT!

Bit on the loud side but, it was Saturday lunch/dinner time. Wait was 45 minutes so, we opted to go to the bar instead, where there was no wait to be seated. Were served by the bartender, who was very friendly and efficient. Food was great, portions good but, price was bit on high side. Being that they're basically in a touristy town, we weren't surprised. I got fish & chips, wife got a salad and we both shared Oysters Rockefeller and had diet cokes, since we don't drink alcohol. Food arrived warm, oysters first then our dinners. Totaled @$50 with tip @$6

Walked in and was told it was a 2-2.5 hour wait ... that was a first. We decided to hang out around the bar and wait for somebody to leave. After about a 30 minute wait, our patience was rewarded. We ordered at the bar and decided to go with three appetizers and split a main course. The brussel sprouts were just delicious. There was a heaping portion and they were cooked perfectly. The Buffalo Shrimp were big and tasty ... I would have preferred a little more heat, but they were tasty. The Oysters Rockefeller were also, very good! We split the Seaside Bucatini. It had scallops, shrimp, artichokes, and grilled tomatoes in a pesto sauce. Really, really good! I think they could figure out a better system for seating, but its a tourist town. You can expect long waits. Can't wait to return to the Blue Moon Beach Grill!

Our second visit in 2 days! Excellent food, great service! Our server, Jamie did an outstanding job with our large dinner party! Thanks for a memorable meal!!

Back to the Blue Moon!! Glad to see the front folks again. Just love the high ceilings and vibe in the new place. Had the oysters Rockefeller. So good. Fish n chips! Cheesesteak! Fried oyster po' boy! Maya was the best! Refills, rounds, whatever. Maya was on top of it. Long time of the original location. We went there when it was the one room on the right, Also got the fried green tomato n shrimp Napoleon was terrific. The key line pie tastes like you are on the beach in Florida. So good. Thx again Maya! Highly recommend !!! Now home in DC. We are trying to remain calm with this clown show in DC.

Friday night, off season I think (Oct 25th)? Arrived about 6pm, straight to the bar as we usually do, found several seats available. We ordered the mahi- mahi ceviche (S-starter), the carrot & yellow curry bisque (S), Thai seared scallops (S) and seafood pesto bucatini. Ceviche was good but too much going on beyond the seafood ( KISS). Curry soup- require BUCKETS of this please! Thai Seared scallops were perfectly cooked & seasoned. Seafood bucatini- bring help. I'm a pasta guy, so much scallop & shrimp I couldn't finish it. Service was prompt and caring. Bar area afforded open kitchen views, always fun. Don't know what this place or area is like 'in-season' but if you're here don't miss it.

Came here because they had great reviews, but unfortunately we don't think it was worth the 4.5 stars it gets. Came here and realized it was an upgrade from their previous location. Nice, big restaurant ... and the reason that I'm giving 3 instead of 2 stars - the backyard ! Great outdoor bar and outdoor area with games and nice seating! Finished our time here wth a beer out back and would recommend. We sat inside for our meal, which was fine- good atmosphere and temperature. Nice waitress, whose was attentive. Now for the negatives- We got the calamari app- tasty but very small- only about a handful of calamari on the dish. We also got the shrimp- not a burger and the shrimp and grits. The shrimp and grits were under seasoned, shrimp were not seasoned at all (would've preferred them blackened). The shrimp sandwich was different than what I was imagining... just 4 shrimp with two fried green tomatoes. For being a "shrimp" titled dish, I barely could taste the shrimp. The two tomatoes overtook the sandwich and the overall taste was just okay- I felt the proportions were off. All in all, I'd say- come for a beer and hangout outside, or skip this place.

The restaurant was able to accommodate our large group w/reservations. We were seated upstairs. It was quite busy for the off-season. Waitress was friendly and attentive. I ordered the Daily Special, Blackened Shrimp salad. I believed it was served with a tasty vinaigrette. It was a perfect portion for an entree; I ended up eating shrimp and taking remaining salad (about 1/2) home for lunch the next day. Due the high ceilings, sound does travel and it can get loud. Great place for food, drinks, and conversations.

Ok so based off the other reviews we are one of the lucky ones that did not have to wait. We got there 5 mins before they opened and we were seated right away. But I will tell you that they filled up FAST! Beautiful outdoor seating. Shaded tables and hammocks and games and grass area. Dogs were welcomed and they provided a water bowl. The food was excellent. Loved my mahi mahi BLT. The guys absolutely loved their cheesesteaks subs- said it was the best they had this week. My mother in law loved her pulled pork And the Buffalo tuna bites were delicious

We came after the snowstorm and started out with a nice selection of appetizers (oysters rockafella, Calimari, brussels sprouts, fried The sandbargreen tomato with shrimp napoleon. And jerk chicken wings). Probably my favorite are the wings. For the main course we had the Sandbar with puppy drum, the tree hugger with a shrimp skewer and beans and rice, and a spinich/ arugula salad with fried oysters. We also had a Poloma which was quite tasty and half price beers. Ended up getting the Bluemoon on draft. We finished it off with keylime pie. Everything was delicious. Loved the jerk wings Service was fantastic. Everyone was very friendly. Our waitress was very attentive and friendly. Service was spot on. The ambiance was very casual. I will definitely be back.

The staff were extremely friendly and seated us quickly. The drinks, apps, and food was delivered in perfect succession and timing. We ordered the spicy and houses margaritas, which were sensational. Calamari was delicious in the white wine and lemon butter sauce, we almost ordered a second! The Philly cheesesteak was PERFECT, to the point I don't know if I'll be able to eat one anywhere else after this. Decent amount of people so it was a bit loud upstairs, but nothing to complain about!

We had a wonderful dinner here between Christmas and New Year's. They take reservations and if it's peak season or a weekend you would benefit from making a reservation. The great food and live music no doubt contribute to a packed house. Our server was great and we appreciated all her recommendations. The oysters were rich and delicious and the ceviche was light fresh and flavorful. My only complaint on the appetizer was I wanted more fish in the ceviche. The fish and chips were hot and crispy and the tuna was delicious in the special. Everything was very tasty and we would definitely return to eat here again any time we are in the area.

Great meal. With family!! Corey our server was great. Did I mention the live music with a dog park/child play areas. If you just want a bite to eat or grab a nice dinner. This is a good place. Groups are welcome. Don't take my word for it. Give them a try!! Daily specials. Two of the specials are in my pictures.

We have eaten here several times. They take reservations but they are very popular so book as early as you can. They open up reservations up to 30 days in advance. Plenty of parking and overflow parking near the back. Staff is on their toes. We didn't have to wait long after checking in for our reserved time. I have eaten their gigantic Philly cheese steak. Get the "wiz" it's worth it. I've also had their burger, it's good and both sandwiches come with fries. All the food is fresh made and comes out in a timely manner.

As if Blue Moon needs another 5-star review... but we loved it so much we came back a SECOND time in our 4-day trip here. They had really good options for food, and the quality was great. Everything was delicious and we had picky eaters (i.e. me). I got the shrimp sandwich that's not a burger and it was really yummy. My girl friends loved the crab cake meals - I thought it was good but the shrimp sandwich was better. The hush puppies special was decent, mahi appetizer was tasty. The service is great too - we are in the South. The ambiance was also great - beach town so dress however (but not like Hawaii casual) so still wear shoes and clothing (not just your bathing suit!). I think I'll just let the photos speak for themselves. The best part might be the dessert. The coconut cream pie and the lemon cake - AMAZING. Do make sure you make reservations, but they have bar area that is first come first served as well. AND a back patio where you can hang out and play some games when it's not raining :) Definitely recommend and I would definitely return :)

We popped in here to grab some fish & chips for dinner and loved it so much that we went back for more fish & chips for lunch the next day! It's tough to find beer battered fish in the OBX, most of it's made with cornmeal which I don't like. Or it's flounder which isn't my favorite either. Blue Moon has beer battered mahi that is absolutely perfect! It's crispy, not soggy in the least bit, and the fries are AMAZING! Heavily seasoned and delicious! The staff were incredibly gracious and friendly - I was wandering around their big backyard area with my pup and they brought my takeout bag out to me with a big smile. Speaking of the backyard, it's so fun! It's a huge area with chairs, hammocks, and games. They even have a separate bathroom back there. There's seating on the wraparound porch as well. We absolutely loved it and would highly recommend!

TLDR - great choice if you're looking for entree options that most OBX restaurants aren't offering. Food - we ordered the Brussel sprouts to start. They were good but WAY too much sauce. We couldn't even finish them because the bottom half was soggy. For dinner we split the crab cake and seafood bucatini. The crab cake was good the jalapeño aioli was delicious and really elevated the crab cake - without it, the sandwich would have lacked flavor. The seafood pasta was excellent. Very generous portion of shrimp and scallops but still a bit pricey. Vibes - the restaurant was beautiful with a big porch for outdoor dining. Service - when I mentioned to our waiter that we were splitting our entrees she kindly offered to have the kitchen put each half on separate plates. So thoughtful and made it so much easier to share!

There's a lot of hype and it's true! Yelpers hit it on the mark. A standalone resultant in Nags Head. They offer online reservations through Toast Tab. Ambiance: lots of outdoor seating. There's a back deck with a yard for hanging later after you eat. Yes, yelpers are right, it's very loud inside. I loved the open concept. The indoor bar is huge. You might be able to snag a stool or table if you get there prior to the main dining times. Food: GET the steak and cheese if you are not a seafood lover. I tasted the one that hubby inhaled. Loaded with beef and super meaty. Choose the homemade Wiz. I ordered the Mahi fish and chips. It Came with 4-5 hefty pieces. The fries are delicious and not too salty. We also started with their Buffalo Shrimp. These were better than any I've had on the beach. Staff: I don't recall his name but he was the BEST! He knew his cocktails, was fully ready to talk about all the dishes. I could ask him anything and he knew the answer. PS: if you need souvenirs their front storefront has tons of swag and shirts.

Comfortable, cozy space. Sat @ the bar for lunch with my bride. Nice place to come & try.

Food was delicious. Server was attentive and very pleasant. Portions were large! Both of us took half home.

Let me tell you. This place is GOOD! The food was delicious, we had the oyster Rockefeller and daily special Brussels sprouts. They have a great kids menu. The Mahi BLT was super good as well as the BBQ chicken sandwich. Hannah was super attentive, friendly, and validating of our food choices which is always nice. The porch was breezy and chill. And theres a great, dog friendly outdoor area. 10/10 will come back.

Excellent food with an excellent ambiance! I spent this past week in Nags Head with my mother and two brothers. This was the very first place we tried on Saturday since the reviews were so positive. We enjoyed it so much we decided to go again last night. The serving sizes were perfect for me. Night one I ordered the Chick DeCluck. I normally have to work to finish a full sandwich at a restaurant like this, but it was so delicious it gave me no trouble. Night two I ordered the fish and chips. They were light and crispy and delicious! Both nights I tried something from the daily specials menu. The fried green tomatoes burrata... holy cow. Delicious. The margarita I ordered from the specials last night was so sweet and refreshing. My only complaint is if you do not have a reservation you'll likely be waiting for a bit. Night one we waited just shy of an hour and night two about 35 minutes. I truly don't feel that's due to heavy traffic either. There just aren't that many tables, which is a little surprising considering this is a somewhat newer location. While you wait however, there's a bar outside as well as hammocks, corn hole, and a tetherball pole. Both nights our servers were friendly and attentive. Nothing crazy extraordinary, but pleasant.

Made reservations! It's a must here. I heard people that didn't get told there would be a 2 hour wait. The place is spacious and very clean and well lite. They have a large area outside the back with seating, games, and music. The food was the main attraction. I selected the Fried Sheepshead & Grit special. I haven't ever had it before and it did not disappoint. However, the collards (side) kind of stole the show. So good! My son enjoyed his Mahi fish and chips, his first time. Only ding on those were the batter soaked up a lot oil. My wife was just okay with her pick (Tree Hugger). Overall, it was a great visit. Very pleased. We'll be back!

For a Monday afternoon this place was BUSY. The parking lot was full when we pulled in around 4:45 pm. We thought we'd have a wait, but we were seated quickly and opted for a table on the patio. The patio was perfect with that day's weather, but it also has heaters and fans to use as needed. We started with the pimento crab dip which was amazing. It was cheesy, crabby, and a bit spicy. Definitely different from anything I've tried before. For dinner I opted for the fish and chips. They use mahi mahi for theirs and it was cooked well and the coating was crispy - I just think I prefer cod for this. The fries were well seasoned and the coleslaw was crisp and refreshing. Overall a good dinner.

Great service and delicious! Highly recommend! Cool oyster fireplace too. I recommend booking a reservation. I came in one night and it was a three hour wait.

Great atmosphere, amazing food and drinks, and a very friendly staff! We sat at the bar for a late lunch and our bartender Matt was awesome! We tried the fish and chips and mahi mahi BLT and they did not disappoint. For drinks they have mocktails and real cocktails available, of which we tried the cherry tart ginger mule, tutti frutti drink special, and cucumber gimlet. All were great (but my favorite was the tutti frutti)! Fish is fresh as to be expected down in OBX. Wonderful spot but busy so plan ahead and make reservations online! You can get a spot at the bar indoor or outside without reservations. They have some games in the backyard and lots of outdoor seating to hang out while you wait or with a drink in hand. Thank you Blue Moon!

As a tourist, didn't research well enough. They take reservations (unlike many other restaurants nearby) but only at least 5 hours ahead of time. Luckily we were able to order our meal at the outdoor bar with no wait!!! This place is definitely popular, and I can see why. It's cute inside with a nautical theme and has a lovely backyard area and outdoor bar. Our food was enormous and a good value and yummy! I had a crab cake sandwich and it was soooo good, loaded with lump meat and seasoned well! The remoulade is good too, only mildly spiced. My husband had a chicken cordon "blue moon" and we shared some great cheese bread. Finally, I loved the Hershey bar cake as a dessert! I will return on my next visit to OBX.

Great spot for a good family meal. They have a nice lawn setting with games, live music, and a bar while you wait for your table. The seafood was delicious!

This place was a suggestion from the airbnb host and she definitely knew what she was talking about! There was a wait but I opted to sit at the bar. There is a bar indoors as well as outdoors with plenty of tables to hang out while waiting for your table. I think there was a community table too. Ordered the caesar salad with blackened chicken. This was one of the best salads I've ever had. The dressing was absolutely delish. I'm not good at describing but it definitely tasted a little different. The salad also had bits of bacon, onions (could've done without), parmesan cheese, and tomatoes. I also ordered a Flat Rock cider which was local to Flat Rock, NC. Really refreshing and packed a pineapple punch.

Back in the Outer Banks for 2 months. Happy to come back to Blue Moon for lunch. Shout out to Coby, Helen & Nancy. The best mushroom bisque ever, delicious tuna app, and yummy scallops. Everyone is very friendly. Makes me for sure want to come back!

Been here twice. Got the market fish entree. Delicious each time with different fish. Service is fast and vibes are good. There is an outer area with cornhole, hammocks and andirondacks to enjoy while waiting. I make it a mission to come here each time I visit OBX

Service was good. We were seated quickly. We got calamari. It was good. We didn't care for the sauce in the bottom. It made it soggy. The mahi on the BLT was bland but with the sauce it was good. Fish and chips were great. Salad was great. Margarita was way too sour.

Always has been our favorite in OBX. Love the new location. Large & beautiful. Making reservations is key & now so easy to do online. Service is always stellar. Some of our favs are the Buffalo shrimp, scallop appetizer, steak & cheese (always with Wiz & get an extra side of wiz for your fries (pro tip)), fish & chips, mahi blt, and when on special, the Sandbar can't be missed! Everything is just delicious. 100% recommend!

We did not know they had moved into a newer bigger building. Nice layout inside and out. I agree with prior post about food could be better. We remember prior location being very good but this time food was okay. Wait was very enthusiastic and everything was ontime. We will try it again in the future. I had fish tacos and my wife had the flounder sandwich. We tried swordfish bitets too.. Flounder sandwich was very good..

For me it's just been meh but other loves the place but I don't really get the hype. My family loves coming here every year multiple times and I have yet to find my dish..despite numerous attempts. The ambiance is nice but like the other reviews say it is loud. The service is fine but expect a delay compared to other places.

Packed to the gills (pun intended) when we arrived on a late Thursday night, and by the time we left, we closed the place. It was super busy, so it took a while for the entrees and main course to be delivered, but then again, it was during high summer season in the Outer Banks. Fam-fam had a shrimp salad, kiddo a Mahi burger, friend a fish and chips, other friends had fish tacos and burger. All were very generous portions, which is good, as joint is somewhat pricey. For entrées we had calamari, scallops, oysters and roasted sprouts. All the portions, as noted, were generous, including the entrée orders. Good service and a big bar with lots of choices. Easy in and out from the main road of the Outer Banks.

We stopped in for lunch after visiting the Wright Brothers Museum, and we were seated right away. Our table was next to a beautiful fireplace with ornate shells decorating its chimney. It was gorgeous! I ordered a Paloma, and it was tasty, but very strong! I asked for more grapefruit juice, and then it was perfect. The crab cake sandwich was delicious, but the jalapeño remoulade was the real star of the show- I would've bought a bottle to take home! The fries were crisp and salty, so yummy. We did have to wait a while for our food, but the waiter was very friendly and prompt.

Overall, a good first time experience. The main reason it's only 4 stars was because of the wait for our food. Other than that, our server was very friendly and the food and drink were good - I got beef empanada, mahi fish & chips, and a moscow mule. The outside was also a good area. The sun came out right after we had our dinner so we were able to enjoy it for a bit. It'd be nice to see how the outside bar is when we come back later in the summer.

Great service and fantastic food was our experience here on a cold January evening. The atmosphere was high energy and we were seated immediately as it was not the high season when waits of two hours aren't unusual. We'll be back!

Fantastic experience on a rainy day. Good service and atmosphere at the inside bar. Seared scallops to start then shrimp and grits. Both excellent. Shrimp and grits shown is split portion.

5 stars all around. The food was delicious - scallops were cooked to perfection and the blackened crab cake sandwich was very flavorful. My kids had the fish and chips and they wiped their plates clean. Our server gave great recommendations and he was attentive. The ambience was nice and casual. We were there with our kids and the outdoor backyard was a nice touch to lounge around and stay entertained while waiting for our table.

The food was absolutely delicious and the waiter was very good! Overall highly recommend an extremely fun environment. We had to wait around an hour to be seated but there's an outdoor bar and plenty of outdoor seating in a yard. Did not feel like an hour at all!

Pleasantly surprised by this place! We lived in the area for two years but never had the chance to try this place when they were at their old location (now Dune Street). I was nervous when we sat down because it was giving tourist trap vibes a bit. This couldn't be farther from the truth though. We ordered the fresh catch of the day, sandbar platter and the she crab soup. Everything was delicious. The fish was cooked perfectly and so flavorful and fresh - and the she crab soup was loaded with FRESH crab. The sandbar platter was huge and we couldn't finish it - overall a great dining experience and I will be back!

Excellent Bouillabaisse! Wish it came with saffron rice on the side to help sop up all the delicious vegetable saffron broth. Highly recommend this dish and the Appetizer of Scallops with seaweed is excellent too but if you don't like the spices hot sauce on top of the yum yum sauce let them know as it is quite spicy. Tacos were excellent too, just wish they served them on a hot plate instead of a cold one as it makes them cool down too fast. Had the Red Sangria which is okay but not amazing and the Pirates Painkiller which was good but I left off the Nutmeg just because I'm not a fan.

All four of our Blue Moon Beach Grills meals over the last two years have been excellent. Very good southern comfort food and an excellent staff! The restaurant is well-designed with plenty of room to stretch-out or move around. I highly recommend BMBG for a visit while on the OBX!

I really wanted to like this place but was a little disappointed. The food and building are great but they really need to work on customer service and speed. The hostess was a little rude and seemed bothered that I wanted to put my name in. We had an hour long wait which we understand, but it took forever for the server to take our order once we sat, then we ended up getting our appetizers before our drinks even came out. The she crab soup was really good and the tuna poke was good but I've honestly had better: I was expecting super fresh for OBX but it tasted like it was frozen then thawed (I could be wrong though). My fish tacos were really good and my mom enjoyed her Blue Moon salad with added shrimp. My cousins had the portobello mushroom dish and she really enjoyed that. They do have nice outside seating and a back lawn and outside bar to enjoy in the nicer weather so I could see enjoying that if you're just going to hang out. The inside was very loud and seating didn't seem to be maximized so maybe in the future they can rearrange the table to accommodate more people and decrease the weight time. Also, some carpeted panels in places would go a long way to reduce noise.

Always excellent. Varied menu with fresh seafood. Wait staff is very good. I appreciate there's always a special salad with seafood. Our favorite restaurant in Nags Head.

The experience here was superb! We called a hour prior to say we had a dog so we wanted to sit on the patio but as it is November we knew it would be cold. They put heaters on, made sure the service was organized and every person at the grill loved dogs! The food was amazing, we really really enjoyed it and we are so glad we got to come here as Gerry had a great a time too!

Wait was long but well worth it. Great food. We order the cheesesteak the oyster Rockefeller and the sand tray. Everything was perfect. Local tap beer and mixed drinks were on point. Also live music and an outside play area to help kill time was a plus. We ate on the patio and just enjoyed the breeze and music. Definitely will return. They do take reservations but the hostess said they are booked 30 days out. So that should say something.

This place is very popular! We had to wait, but not too long. I took it as a good sign and it also gave me time to check out the really cool merchandise they had. Shirts , hats, bottle covers, glasses, etc. the decor is beachy with beautiful ocean art. Sea creatures are part of the decor too. So pretty and great for pics ! Service was good, staff is nice. I had the shrimp tacos. As you can see, I didn't take a pic because I gobbled them up! Hahaha! The shrimp tacos are delicious! They are huge, big portions! I loved the sauce , cheese , and large shrimps. My dad got the Philly cheesesteak which also looked great! My mom got the Seafood Ceviche with chips. Couldn't get a pic of that either, she ate it so fast. Parking was ample, people are in and out. Location is between two really nice areas so it makes for a perfect spot to stop at coming or going. This place is full, loud in a good way, family friendly, and has great food options. I hope you enjoy!

I would highly recommend this restaurant. The hostess was very nice and helpful. Has a great selection of food and drinks. The desserts are so good. This place is a must-stop at.

We heard glowing reviews from others, and decided to give this place a try coming from Jockey Ridge. Upon entering the ambience in the decor is really neat. The staff was very friendly and welcoming. We're not really big seafood eaters which is the majority of the menu. Despite that, the buffalo shrimp was the best thing we had. We were disappointed in the cheesesteak and chicken burger, expecting more from the flavor. Unfortunately, both tasted like standard bar food, and bland. Far too many sauces on the chicken sandwich. Would recommend for seafood goers, but won't be rushing back.

This is hands down the best meal we had while in Nags Head! The calamari was so tender, fish & chips fresh and crispy. The fresh catch of the day was tile fish served over risotto. I have never had tile fish before but it was like butter. All the dishes had fantastic flavor.