Waves Market & Deli

We stayed two minutes down the street from this deli and it was amazing! What a special local find!! We went for dinner and had corn beef sandwich, wings and fries for dinner. The white sauce with the fries is AMAZING!! We went back the next morning for groceries but we had to just get the breakfast sandwiches! We got four and then also the fake and bake burrito. All so amazing and so delicious. They have an amazing selection of groceries and super unique finds. And most importantly the staff was extremely kind and so welcoming!! Definitely coming back!!

Waves is a MUST if you're in the area! Big selection of beer, wine, local coffee and other food drink items. The deli is in the back. The staff is friendly and helpful. They are jamming to some good music too. Menu is easy to navigate. Food is fantastic! I got the Big Stanley and fries with white sauce. My boyfriend got the Maui Wowie and onion rings (he had this twice becausehe liked it so much). My sandwich was HUGE. The fries were delicious and that white sauce is otherworldly. Ask for extra, you will need it! I didn't get any pictures of his because he dug right in. We were here during the flooding and storm and Waves has been open the whole time. They have Starlink so when the internet went down they weren't affected. Big thanks to the Bartender at Neptune's that suggest it to us!

A Must-Stop on Highway 12! If you’re traveling on Highway 12, do yourself a favor and stop at Waves Market and Deli. This place is an absolute gem! From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted by genuinely friendly and welcoming people who make you feel right at home. The food is wonderful with generous portions that don’t disappoint, and the service is impressively fast - perfect when you’re on the road and don’t want to waste time. They have a great selection of wines, and the grocery side is surprisingly well-stocked. You can find almost anything you need, which is fantastic for a market in this area. Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite, picking up supplies, or just browsing, Waves Market and Deli delivers on every front. Highly recommend making this a regular stop - you won’t regre

If you’re looking for a diamond in the rough and a true gem, Waves Market and Deli is it. When it comes to making a great sandwich, this is the place. Forget Publix subs, don’t think about Jimmy John’s, skip Jersey Mike’s… actually, forget everything you thought you knew about sandwiches. Waves is the real deal. The bread has that perfect bite—soft enough to hold all the goodness but sturdy enough not to fall apart. The ingredients taste fresh, stacked high, and balanced in a way that feels both comforting and indulgent. Every sandwich feels like it was crafted with care, not just thrown together. It’s the kind of spot that doesn’t need neon signs or flashy marketing—it wins you over bite by bite. Waves Market and Deli proves that the best food often comes from the most unassuming place

I love Waves Market and Deli so much! We visit this place multiple times a day! Not only do they have basically everything you need during your stay.... the have the BEST food you will find in the OBX. My husband probably ordered 6 burritos during our one week stay. The specials are amazing! The people that work there are the sweetest! Don't pass this place up!