Metropolis

4.4

638 Reviews

$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

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2 people

27 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 3 times today

Great for creative cocktails
Good for special occasions
Charming

Metropolis has a chic, urban adult atmosphere where creativity is king. Lava lamps, abstract art and the clever fusion of food and drink await. More than 80 hand crafted martinis, 20 single malt scotches, a sophisticated winelist and an everchanging assortment of fabulous things to eat are offered. Metropolis offers more than 50 "small plates" (the literal translation of "tapas"), some lighter, some heavier, some hot, some cold, and from there the fun begins.
Between the two of them, Mark and Matt of Metropolis have over 30 years of restaurant experience in Corolla, and they pride themselves on making your experience at Metropolis a memorable one. Open year round for dinner. Metropolis is a favorite of locals and those in the restaurant industry.
Come and see what so many people are talking about. Metropolis...just like in "the city"...but better!

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Contemporary Southern, Fusion / Eclectic
Hours of Operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Valentine"s Day dinner Tue 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(252) 453-6167
Website
http://www.metropolisobx.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Executive Chef
Mark Anthony
Catering
Metropolis has extensive off premise catering experience. We are fully licensed and permitted. We have catered parties as large as 1000 and weddings as large as 250. We can travel anywhere from Hatteras to the 4x4 territory in Carova. Menus are unique and are custom built with Metropolis' Executive Chef, Mark Anthony
Private party facilities
Metropolis is a perfect space for a rehearsal dinner or private party for a group of up to 80.

Location
520 Old Stoney Rd, Corolla, NC 27927
Area
Corolla
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Locally Baked BriocheUS$5.00
w/ White Truffle Honey Butter
Martini of Lump CrabUS$13.00
Segmented Grapefruit, Celery, Old Bay Aioli & Chive
Artisanal Cheese PlateUS$12.00
Kung Pao Fried CalamariUS$9.00
Crushed Peanut, Red Bell, Scallion & Sesame
Salad of Baby ArugulaUS$10.00
Va. Peanuts, Goat Cheese, Candied Bacon, Pickled Sweet Onion & Roasted Shallot Vinaigrette
Chef Inspired Duo of AhiUS$12.00
Grilled Shrimp Skewers (2)US$12.00
Crispy Polenta, Sweet Pepper Relish
Chilled Garlic Oil Poached AsparagusUS$10.00
Crumbled Egg Yolk, Black Truffle Vinaigrette

Heavier Tapas

Pan Seared Local Jumbo Sea ScallopsUS$16.00
Bacon Fried Abalone Mushroom, Lemon Mousse, Foie Gras Vinaigrette
Lamb Kefta KebabUS$14.00
Tomato & Coriander Chick Pea Stew, Tzaziki
Pan Roasted Abalone MushroomUS$13.00
Panko Crusted Goat Cheese, Roasted Garlic Marinara
"St. Martin" Spicy Shrimp StewUS$12.00
Curried Carolina Rice
Quail & GritsUS$13.00
Cornmeal Crusted Fried Quail, Goat Cheese Grits, Red Eye Gravy
Angel Hair w/ Lump CrabUS$14.00
Va. Country Ham, Tomato, Basil Cream & GBC
Butter Poached Beef TenderloinUS$14.00
Roasted Asparagus, White Truffle Buerre Blanc

What 638 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.3Service
4.2Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Coastal North Carolina
Innovative
Coastal North Carolina
Neighbourhood gem
Coastal North Carolina
Lively
Outer Banks
Best Overall
Outer Banks
Best Food
Outer Banks
Best Service
Outer Banks
Best Ambience
Outer Banks
Best Value
Outer Banks
Good for special occasions
Outer Banks
Lively

Review summary

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Metropolis in Corolla is a culinary gem offering "creative tapas" and exceptional cocktails. Mark and Matt, the welcoming hosts, ensure every visit is "phenomenal." Known for its "NYC-quality" dishes, this spot is a must-visit for tapas lovers. Highlights include the famous asparagus soup and a vibrant drink menu.

638 Reviews

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TIMOTHY
Cleveland
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 30 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As usual, Metropolis was great. The food is imaginative and delicious and the cocktails are above and beyond. We returned the next night just for a nightcap.
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Archibald
VIP
Baltimore
121 reviews
5.0
121 reviews
Dined on 15 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tasty, well crafted menu and superb cocktails. Very happy with the experience and we would love to return.
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John
VIP
Washington DC
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on 15 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best food in the Outer Banks. My wife and I have been coming here for years, we also had them cater our son‘s wedding. Innovative and creative tapas. We love this place. Highly recommended!
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OpenTable Diner
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 26 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience. Food impeccable. Staff very knowledgeable
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Joyce
Raleigh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 9 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We have been going here annually for the last 10+ years. There are numerous options and the food is exceptional.
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Wendy
West Virginia
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on 9 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our yearly trek and it doesn't ever disappoint. My friend indulged while i was on a restricted diet which was nicely accommodated. We'll be back next year!
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Wolff
Miami
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on 29 September 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Vraiment très déçu, le metropolis était un de mes restaurant coup de cœur à chaque passage dans la région je faisais un détour pour venir dîner. Le service était lamentable, la personne n’avait aucune expression, un robot qui n’attendais qu’une chose la fin de notre repas. Pour la nourriture une catastrophe, de grand nom pour décrire les plats qui n’avait aucune saveur. Le risotto au citron, Une riz à l’eau ! Les calamars avait un goût très fort et désagréable, et pour finir la crème au Martini qui n’avait juste un goût de sucre. Plus rien à voir avec le restaurant que j’ai connu. Il est vraiment temps de vous reprendre.
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Timothy
New Orleans
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on 19 September 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Incredible food which far exceeded my expectations for a restaurant in a strip mall at the beach. Each small plate was exquisitely prepared with attention to fine detail and fresh local ingredients.
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Julie
VIP
Las Vegas
28 reviews
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on 15 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What an amazing gem in the outer banks!!! Highly recommend this place. The chef knows what he or she is doing! Get the asparagus soup!!! It lives up to its reputation. Will most definitely return!!
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Lois
Richmond
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on 13 September 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Really enjoy this place while in the area. Love the tapas concept and enjoying several different dishes. Great cocktail selection. The night we dined, 2 of us ordered the shrimp and lemon risotto. The only dish of the night that was a disappointment. Had to send it back the first time. The risotto was hard and not creamy. They redid the dish, but it too ended up bland and lifeless. No salt and pepper on the table, so we had to borrow a set from the serving station. That made it a bit better. Other dishes people enjoyed were the scallops, the lobster and pasta dish and the beef ragu. Soup special, asparagus and crab, was wonderful, as was the bread.
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Metropolis is rated 4.4 stars by 638 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

27 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 3 times today

520 Old Stoney Rd, Corolla, NC 27927

Additional information

Area
Corolla
Hours of Operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Valentine"s Day dinner Tue 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Contemporary Southern, Fusion / Eclectic
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Resort Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Mark Anthony
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.metropolisobx.com/
Phone number
(252) 453-6167
Catering
Metropolis has extensive off premise catering experience. We are fully licensed and permitted. We have catered parties as large as 1000 and weddings as large as 250. We can travel anywhere from Hatteras to the 4x4 territory in Carova. Menus are unique and are custom built with Metropolis' Executive Chef, Mark Anthony
Private party facilities
Metropolis is a perfect space for a rehearsal dinner or private party for a group of up to 80.

Metropolis

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Menu

Lighter Tapas

Locally Baked BriocheUS$5.00

Martini of Lump CrabUS$13.00

Artisanal Cheese PlateUS$12.00

Kung Pao Fried CalamariUS$9.00

Salad of Baby ArugulaUS$10.00

Chef Inspired Duo of AhiUS$12.00

Grilled Shrimp Skewers (2)US$12.00

Chilled Garlic Oil Poached AsparagusUS$10.00

Heavier Tapas

Pan Seared Local Jumbo Sea ScallopsUS$16.00

Lamb Kefta KebabUS$14.00

Pan Roasted Abalone MushroomUS$13.00

"St. Martin" Spicy Shrimp StewUS$12.00

Quail & GritsUS$13.00

Angel Hair w/ Lump CrabUS$14.00

Butter Poached Beef TenderloinUS$14.00

What 638 people are saying

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Diners' Choice Awards

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