Elizabeth City, North Carolina
Caribbean
seafood
Seafood boils, brunch on the pier, and cocktails under the string lights at the Waterworks on the Pasquotank.
Elizabeth City, North Carolina
Seafood boils, brunch on the pier, and cocktails under the string lights at the Waterworks on the Pasquotank.
Bistró Tropical serves Caribbean seafood on the Elizabeth City waterfront. Fresh catches, bold spices, and a full bar, all a few steps from the pier.
We're in the historic Waterworks Building at 400 S Water Street. The waterfront patio and tiki bar make every visit feel like a getaway. Come for brunch, stay for dinner, and catch live music on the pier.
Oysters, tacos, salsa lessons, and karaoke. There is something on most nights.
Brunch runs 11AM to 2PM with free coffee and mimosas. All-you-can-eat oysters are $35, served all day until close.
Chicken tacos $9 & Taco de Pavo $9 all day. Margaritas $10 all day. Draft beer $3.50.
Salsa lessons run 5:30 to 6:30PM with instructor Sammy, $10 per person. Full bar open all day.
Specials all day: margaritas $8, mojitos $8, chicken plate $12.99. Full bar & full menu.
Brunch 11AM to 2PM, lunch and dinner until 10PM. Karaoke from 9PM, with fresh margaritas and mariscos.
“We were recommended by a local to visit Bistro Tropical for seafood. We were NOT disappointed! The service was top-notch and the food was fantastic.”
Paula D., Yelp review, May 2026“Had the empanadas and boil. Well first off the service is great… The food was outstanding. Definitely will be back.”
Chris K., Moyock NC, Yelp review, July 2026“My wife and I were very impressed! The food was fantastic, creative and presented well. Great service!”
Chris, Edenton NC, Yelp review, May 2026400 S Water Street, Unit 102
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Waterworks Building, downtown waterfront
Get directions →Brunch 11AM to 2PM, Tuesday to Sunday
Weekly specials, events, and live music announcements as they happen.