Cafe 12
Contact Information
Avon, NC 27915
Phone: 252-995-3602
Email: [email protected]
Hours of Operation
Open 7 Days a Week
11:00am - 9:00pm
Meals served: Lunch, Dinner
Café 12 is an intimate eatery with a Caribbean décor, located in the Village of Avon in the Hatteras Island Plaza. You can see the restaurant as you ride on Highway 12. The eatery is within walking distance to retail shopping and a movie theatre.
Amenities
- Credit Cards: MC, Visa, Discover, AmX
- Attire: Casual
- Handicap Accessible: Restrooms
- On Site Parking: Yes
- Serve Safe Certification: Yes
- Table Side Service: Yes
- Take Out: Yes
- Samples: Sample
History
The King family purchased the ‘Pickled Steamer Restaurant’ in 2007 and renamed the establishment Café 12.
Chef Biography
The Kings son-in-law, Canan Merillat, who was raised on Hatteras Island, works with the Island’s Parks and Recreation and manages the kitchen.
Owner Biography
John and Kathy King are the owners. They moved to Hatteras Island from Kentucky in 1986 to start a cleaning business. The Kings are very involved in High School Football.
Specialties & Additional Menu Options
- Beverage Specials:
We offer Wine and Beer.
- Course Specialties:
Enjoy one of our "Hatteras Flats" - a local favorite. A grilled tortilla with a huge selection of toppings. Volcano Icecream with chocolate cake topping!

