Restaurants in New Bern

“My Fiancé and I had dinner here celebrating our 10th anniversary this past thursday. We showed up slightly early for our reservation, they took us immediately. Sat us in a private intimate booth towards the back of the dining room. We ordered a bottle of wine (Freakshow). presented perfectly by our server Anna. (hopefully i spelled it correctly) who was amazing! She described the daily features gracefully and gave us time to look over the menu. We ordered the shrimp and grits appetizer. The grits were amazing... local, water ground, silky and seasoned perfectly. The shrimp were cooked proper and super hot. and the brown butter bbq was unlike any traditional bbq..so much better. The Chef came out to meet with us and recommended the Wahoo Oscar feature. Which we ended up ordering along with the 14oz Ribeye. The Wahoo was fresh as could be and cooked perfectly. Tasted like the ocean. Topped with a generous portion of lobster, a beautiful satin bernaise and crispy tempura asparagus, served over wild rice. That dish SLAMMED. The ribeye was charred beautifully and cooked to a perfect medium rare. The mashed potatoes were perfectly seasoned and had a nice hint of sour cream. Management touched our table a few times and made us feel welcomed and well taken care of. Everything was perfect. Right down to the espresso creme brulee with chocolate covered espresso beans. Total experience was 11 out of 10. We can't wait to go back! Thank you for being awesome!”

“Scott was absolutely wonderful. Great service, easy to talk to, and great conversationist! Wish I could have a server like this at all restaurants. Is an absolute great asset to any business. Had a great experience due to the service!”

“What a blast! 🎯 Took my son and daughter to celebrate his 22nd birthday, and let’s just say—we’re basically axe-throwing pros now (okay… maybe semi-pros 😂). The instructor was awesome—kept us laughing, made sure we didn’t lose any fingers, and kept the drinks flowing. After nailing a few bullseyes (pure luck, I swear), we moved on to pool and darts to keep the fun going. Such a great time all around! Highly recommend! 🙌”

“Delicious Sushi with a great atmosphere. The staff were very knowledgeable. The food was fresh and yummy, and the sake was just as good! Great date spot with consistently good food!”

“Cork's our absolute favorite spot to eat in New Bern. Its cozy brick walls, chill atmosphere, and that warm glow just scream "relax with a glass." Food? Straight fire. Service? On point. 5 stars, no question!!!”

“Place is really nice but I did walk past it at first not knowing the area. I did make a reservation which is the way to go since parking is limited and so is seating. The food was good and the pizza reminded me of being back in New York. Definitely a place to checkout.”

“Freshwater was a fabulous taproom to hang out for an hour or so while I passed the time waiting to meet up with my friend in downtown. It was a super hot day and their AC was perhaps a little stressed but otherwise, it was quiet, it was comfortable and the wifi worked well.

I enjoyed a very cold pilsner from Nashville and it was perfect. A great little watering hole and as I was heading out, a food truck arrived and was setting up.”

“Thai Angel has the best Thai food I’ve ever had. I love the cashew with chicken. Their sauces are light and do not overpower the dish. Everything always tastes fresh and is cooked perfectly.”

“We went to celebrate my son's earning his white belt and had a great time! It was his first time ever seeing hibachi cooked in front of him and he was hesitant. But once the show started he enjoyed every minute of it. Not to mention the delicious food! We all got the filet mignon because it was a special occasion and my kiddo ate every bite off his plate! Definitely a great place to go to celebrate or just to enjoy a delicious meal!”

“My wife and I enjoyed her birthday lunch today. What a great restaurant! Wonderful food! Fast, friendly service! My wife and I grew up with REAL Italian food, with Italian being spoken in the kitchen. This restaurant offers REAL, great Italian food. Thank you for making my wife’s birthday very special.”

“Persimmons Waterfront Restaurant is a true gem! From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with a warm welcome and breathtaking water views that set the perfect tone for an unforgettable dining experience. The creative drinks and cocktails are a highlight on their own — beautifully presented, balanced, and bursting with flavor. You can tell the bartenders take real pride in their craft. The food is top-notch — every dish is thoughtfully prepared, fresh, and full of local flavor. Whether it’s seafood, steak, or something seasonal, everything comes out perfectly cooked and plated like art. And the service? Exceptional. The staff is attentive without being intrusive, knowledgeable about the menu, and genuinely eager to make sure you have a wonderful time. Between the stunning waterfront setting, imaginative drinks, and exceptionally crafted dishes, Persimmons is easily one of the best dining experiences anywhere in New Bern. Highly recommend for a romantic dinner, celebration, or just treating yourself to something special!”

“Absolutely delicious food and friendly servers! There were 6 for lunch. We had chicken & brussell sprouts, strawberry salad, 2 shrimp and fries, and two other entrees. All were delicious and huge servings!”

“Jami is very nice and respectful. Awesome at multitasking and always has a friendly smile for everyone. Would highly recommend coming in at any time but especially on her shifts.”

“Great course and the grille was really nice too”

“amazing service”

“Everything was very delicious and our waiter was great. Give this place a try.”

“today was my husband and I first time eating, we really enjoyed it,the food was delicious”

“I travel through the New Bern (ECW) airport regularly and arrived early this morning and … HUNGRY!!! Got a superb cooked breakfast here and - Ashley - was great: should be a “Customer Service” Trainer!!!👍”

“The food is absolutely amazing and the service is equally amazing. The entire atmosphere is great and it is one of my favorite places to eat!”

“Excellent! Service impeccable”

“Came from Belhaven North Carolina used to go to Applebee's in Greenville North Carolina until they're close!! Got the Swiss burger and fries great service very clean bathrooms and great food 10+its Military Friendly 🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷 I love my visit and I shall be back for more!!!”

“Came to New Bern for the weekend as a family with my husband, teenager and mother. We’d read reviews and picked Morgan’s for dinner. It was amazing. We had good service (thank you, Mika), the atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the wait was less than we anticipated. My salmon dinner was so good- still thinking about it. 😂 My son said one of his favorite trip memories was his hamburger and the fact that the bun wasn’t soggy. Portions were generous; some of us had leftovers. And the croissants were such a sweet starter. Recommend!”

“My first visit today was fantastic. The coffee was great, the Belgian waffle I had was great. Employees were friendly and all customers seemed to be having a good time. 10/10 would recommend.”

“Good food, friendly staff and nice atmosphere. My husband and I went on Thursday night for dinner as we have many times in the past. My only complaint was everything was overly salted. We removed the breading from the calamari, his tuna didn't have much flavor only salty. My crabcakes were as good as always! Maybe they should cut back off on the salt, you can always add more at the table.”

“Liz is super kind and friendly and makes a point of getting to know her customers and make you feel like one of a kind she takes her time to make you a beautiful hand crafted coffee and is very easy going I highly recommend going.”

“Drinks were on the table within 2 minutes of being here! Food was great. Our waitress was amazing never had a empty cup!”

“My daughter and I were in New Bern, NC. We'd never been to a Seven Brew but Trent and Ruth listened to what we wanted and made the perfect cold and hot coffees for us. Excellent service and knowledgeable about the products!!”

“We've been enjoying the food at Michaels for over a year. Love the hot dogs, Reuben Sandwich and nachos. Need to diversity and try some of their other entrees though. Not only is the food great but so is the service. Tonya who runs the bar and the food service is wonderful. I enjoy going there to talk to her. Always in great spirits and has a smile on her face. Her husband is the Chef also. Always a fun dining experience.”

“Popped in today and had the most delicious coffee and pastry tart. This is on a whole other level. Think about the wonderful desserts and coffees of France and Italy you have had in trips abroad all available in New Bern! Very Welcoming owners and delightful ambiance. Highly recommend.”

“Famous is our favorite place to eat in New Bern. The food is always delicious and the service is top notch. Today, Kimberly was our server and took excellent care of Becky and me. She was prompt, considerate, friendly and just a delightful addition to our time spent at Famous! You can’t beat Famous for food and customer care.”

“Poppy's is in a great old building, the history of which I know nothing. Decor is quasi Americana-Vintage- Veteran owned perhaps? Food and service were spot on. I had fish and chips and wife had the shrimp basket. House made chips are a must-have. Shrimp are breaded with some house-made secret mojo that was delicious and unique to this place. I've been a coastal seafood diner for 25yrs and this is really good. This will have to be a repeater because their main claim to fame are their burgers and they looked amazing.”

“Super cool little ice cream shop. Ice cream was delicious. Very neat atmosphere on the inside. My kids loved the train that circled around the roof. They also loved all the giant cow decor inside. The manager came around while we ate our ice cream and asked how it was. Definitely recommend for a cozy neat experience in the heart of downtown New Bern.”

“Absolutely delicious food and friendly servers! There were 6 for lunch. We had chicken & brussell sprouts, strawberry salad, 2 shrimp and fries, and two other entrees. All were delicious and huge servings!”

“Stopped in here from out of town and will definitely be back! The service was incredibly friendly, there are plenty of relaxing seating options, FANTASTIC coffee, and delicious food. This place is a true gem! Can’t wait to come back.”

“Crab cakes were great! The only thing that would have made them better would have been to have had 3 instead of 2! Fried wings were also great!”

“All three of our fish plates were excellent. Staff were friendly and first class. Clean restrooms. There were even locals hanging out. What a gem of a restaurant.”

“😔😔Fudge is really good. I was saddened on my visit yesterday because they don’t have fly covers for the fudge or a barrier to keep flies off of the dessert. Staff does not seem concerned or observant of flies sitting on the fudge…For the money you don’t want large blowing flies sitting on your food leaving specks…I was disappointed because after 50 minute drive I didn’t bring back any fudge…The young man that scooped my ice cream had a great demeanor and was very pleasurable to deal with.”

“The best pizza, cheese sticks and steak n cheese subs we have had! Been several times love it always stop in whenever we get this way!”

“Excellent food and service! First time there and it was delicious! Very reasonably priced. Liked that the chicken was cut into bite sized pieces and the serving size was perfect.”

“We’ve been eating at Gina’s for YEARS! It’s a family favorite!!”

“Enjoyed coffee and pastry this morning.
Met a couple of friends with guitars and jammed on the outside deck for a couple of hours. These folks were very accommodating and invited us back.
Friendly local place. May have to stop by for a beer.”

“I first did business here when I wanted to order a locally made cake for Father's 70th birthday. I called in all the way from Arizona to place the order and staff was so helpful! Everything went well and the cake was delicious.

I've since ordered another cake, and some cupcakes. AND my father now stops by here and there to pick up some cupcakes too.”

“I would just like to say that my son and I have been coming here 4 to 5 times a month for the last 3 months after discovering how delicious their shrimp are. We've just about had a different server everytime and it's always been an enjoyable experience and delicious meal. Thanks to everyone at Carolina Grill!”

“Great addition to downtown New Bern!! Fantastic drinks!”

“This is one of my favorite places to order lunch during my work week. The food is great and my order is always ready when they say it will be!”

“Went this evening for the first time. My husband had the steak quesadillas. They were excellent. I ordered two tacos (Taco Tuesday $2.50 total!). I can't wait to go again and try some different things. Haven't had authentic Mexican food in years.”

“Our bartender Reid was amazing! We went to a couple different bars downtown and tried out old fashions. His was by far the BEST old fashion in town. He even makes his own orange rose ice cubes, we were in AWE at the presentation and taste. He was also very friendly and talked with us while we were there unlike the bartenders at the other bars we were visiting downtown. I don’t know why this bar isn’t talked about more.”

“Stopped in yesterday for a jasmine milk tea with boba. I was immediately transported to a boba tea shop in NY. It was not on the menu but the boba team was more than happy to craft one at my request. Yum - It was excellent. I also ordered a summer roll (a/k/a spring roll or a not fried roll). The roll was tasty and fresh. Served with peanut sauce and siracha. I highly recommend stopping by. They’re currently open with a partial menu available. Full menu coming soon.”

“we go there occasionally for dinner but last night we enjoyed a special five course, Irish themed meal. The food was, as always,, outstanding and the wait staff was excellent. We always enjoy sitting and looking at the river while we dine. Chef David is a masterful Chef! Say hello to Jessica, the restaurant manager, who is lovely and welcoming!”

“Great Chinese food located near Trent Woods in New Bern. They have one small table but we've always ordered our food to go. I recommend calling in your order but if you don't you'll only wait about 10 to 15 minutes.”

“Just now leaving an 8 person lunch. If ur thinking about going drive faster. jk. Drive appropriately. The fries are amazing. The burgers were cooked perfection. Shout out to the beautiful person in the back cooking. Jojo was the sweetest! Mix drink on ur mind? They got the means. 3 adults, 3 kids, and 2 toddlers recommend u go now.”

“Always a very friendly atmosphere. And I’m obsessed with their chicken salad❤️”

“If you want a nice relaxing place to socialize and enjoy a drink, I highly recommend Ineffable. Not your ordinary bar by any means. Owners Judy and Mark are genuinely nice people. Enjoyed it so much we stopped in for a drink 3 nights in a row. Thanks for adding something different to our community. 🥰”

“I have eating at Sara's since she opened. He menu is one of the largest if not the largest menu in New Bern. everything I have ever eaten at Sara's is delicious. The meatballs are large and delicious, and I love the marinara sauce. Service is always good with a smile. and I don't know of another restaurant that earned 100% from the NC Health Department.”

“My lovely wife and I have enjoyed the food & casual atmosphere at Ginza on 2 occasions. The food is very good. The service is good, as well. You'll need to remember to byob if you want alcohol. We took a bottle of wine to enjoy with our meal. Our young waitress was courteous, helpful, kind. We'll definitely be back to Ginza Japan.”

“The best music venue in New Bern. Something fun every day!”

“Wow this bring me back to my child hood. As a mexican I can tell you this is as authentic as it gets folks. Not to mention it's CHEAP. The staff is so welcoming.”

“Hibachi meals taste just like Musashi's, just cheaper. Went right before closing, and the girls hooked us up with extra fried rice. Great food for the price! My daughter loves the poke bowls.”

“This is the best Chinese food around. You have got to try the crab ragoon. The chicken and broccoli or sesame chicken are also really good for a meal. I like to get lomein instead of fried rice. The lady that rings me up is really nice and if u try them I guarantee you’ll come back”

“Had a lot of fun for music bingo on Thursday nights!”

“Great people great coffee great way to start your day!!”

“The best pizza in town 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟”

“We came in late in the day and missed the max and cheese and greens unfortunately. The roast. Baked chicken m, bbq chicken, cabbage and corn was delicious. We will make an effort to come back during our next visit to New Bern.”

“Great craft beers on tap, relaxing atmosphere and great bartenders”

“Seriously the most delicious tacos I have ever had in my whole life. 100/10.”

“I was just looking for a quick lunch on the go today and this was perfect. The price was right, the food was excellent, and the staff were all very friendly and had a great big smile. Really liked the grilled chicken cesar wrap. Thank you for a great meal at a decent price.”

“We love Lawson’s on the Creek and eat there frequently.”

“The shakes tea and the aloe”

“I watched someone get their Porsche window broken here this place is great lol.”

“Food was delicious. Waitress didn’t understand us 50% of the time. We asked for no lemon, got lemon, my sister and I wanted two separate plates of food and got one to split, we got a plate with chicken even though no one ordered chicken. We tried the Morehead rolls and they were amazing.”

“Great food love the Pembroke Pork Choos and the Mayor Morgan Hot Dogs”

“my son and I eat at the Greenville location. The service has always been fast and employees were very nice. I think the food is great. Baked beans are my favorite side dish. The prices are reasonable.”

“I have had many meals at Attitude both by dining in and taking out...by far an enjoyable atmosphere and the food is excellent”

“Had a delicious lunch and the service was wonderful!! The staff and owners are super friendly and I highly recommend dining with them. I’ll definitely be back!!”

“We’re new bern natives and we come to Mario’s often. They are the real deal. My family is from NYC so I feel qualified to say this. My son and I had lunch here today and he said “This is the best pizza of my life.” He literally says this every time we come here. Hot tip: ask for the cordon bleu pizza. It’s incredible.”

“This is by far the Best Domino's Pizza shop. My family and I have never had a bad experience from here. The staff is always smiling, and welcoming when you go inside to get your food. The food has always been hot, and we haven't had an order that was messed up. Keep up the Phenomenal work.”

“I’ve been living here for 2 years now and this was the first Chinese restaurant I tried and I haven’t gone anywhere else! Quick service, lady up front is always friendly and fast, food is always spot on and absolutely delicious. Wouldn’t recommend anywhere else!”

“So good and so nice everything fresh”

“We just did not feel like cooking so we went to Jade Express in New Bern for dinner. What a great idea! We had the Lo Mein with Bourbon Chicken and Ginger Chicken. Deeeelicious☺. We even had enough for a 2nd meal.”

“The staff in here were great. Got us our orders quickly and accurately, and while some fast food places tend to have an attitude issue when it comes to employees, this place most definitely did not. Great service.”

“This is the dessert we've been missing! The prices are great and the flavors are rich! We will happily pass other places to come back again. The staff and Owners are great too! Thank you for our sweet treats!”

“Delicious coffee. Will always stop in when visiting New Bern! 5 stars”

“Unique, delicious baked goods. Definitely worth visiting more than a few times 🤣🤣”

“Lunch at 37th today. It was delicious!!! Service was friendly and prompt. Could not have asked for a better experience. We have been coming to New Bern for a few years now and 37th is one of our go to places. We will be back!”

“Always great service and fabulous food! Large portions and good prices. This is our favorite Mexican restaurant !”

“the hot dog was good and price is good! found a new hotdog place to buy alot from. support snook and his business! thanks again Snook!”

“Delicious fried chicken 😋”

“first time out since I moved to NC. went to watch home run derby and the bartender Karrie was super friendly and great atmosphere.. food was great. definitely will go back.”

“Great customer service and food! Went above and beyond to fix an order mistake. Thanks!!!”

“I have been unhappy with most of the pizza stores, as a Italian cook I always enhance taste in all my recipes. Tonight I had Big Apple Pizza and it had great flavor. No pizzeria in New Bern can top them, give it a try you won't be disappointed.”

“This is the best take out Chinese food in New Bern, NC. When you pass by you think, “I wonder if that’s any good?” Well I’m here to tell you, it’s fantastic!!! If you like Asian food , live in New Bern, and are searching for a good place…try Chinese Express!!!”

“We moved down here from the northeast and have been on the hunt for good Chinese food for a year. A year. We've tried a lot of places. Peking garden was amazing. The general tsos was crispy. The food was fresh, delicious and served fast. This is now our go to spot. Very reasonably priced.”

“Nicest humans ever. We went in around 11am on a Wednesday and the lovely people who helped us gave my tween and 4 year old the sweetest experience of talking through all the treats. They even decorated a cup with a snowperson! Thank you for sparking joy on this mental health day. You gave us a very happy holiday!”

“Today, 8/28/24, 11:00, the ladies fixing four sandwiches for me were the nicest, most joyful people I’ve ever experienced!! Possibly one of the best sandwiches I’ve ever eaten!! Great job ladies!!”

“new building i love the layout to this dunkin. Bright white and smiling facing. My coffee was great, Donuts was fresh and the GM Jasmine Hicks is the best. LOVE HER STAFF. she is on top of everything once i come here my coffee is ready it's like the see me before i walk in just perfect rated top ten in New Bern Nc”

“I'm from Chicago and I miss Chicago pizza terribly.
I've lived in MA, CT and now NC and have not found ANY pizza that I could even like, let alone continue to order from.
I just had to say, while it's still not Chicago pizza, this particular restaurant does not disappoint.
When I ask for extra sauce and extra cheese, they give me exactly that! The pizza is very good and I do order on a regular basis.
I've learned to make my own, somewhat comparable to what I grew up on but when I'm feeling lazy, Papa John's on Glenburnie is it!!!
Thank you! ?”

“Was in town for work and just discovered this gem. If you are in town, you have to eat here. The ribeye was delicious! The service is absolutely phenomenal. Everyone is so pleasant and the manager, Randy, personally engages with everyone in a friendly and genuine way. It takes the dining experience up an extra notch. Highly recommend this locally owned restaurant!”

“So there is a sign that says, tell us how we did and get a free Dilly Bar on your next visit. Receipt is supposed to tell you how to get free bar. Well it wasn't until I got home that I realized they didn't give me a receipt. Go figure.”

“It has been a year since we last ate here. We refused to eat at a restaurant where they charge you 50 cents for a tiny side of salsa. That is poor customer service. We decided to try them again, and again was extra charged for items and a lack of willingness to compensate for a server’s error in taking the order! Tiffany charged $3 for toast on my wife’s order, even after we said that my wife would instead just eat the toast which came with my order as I wanted a waffle. Once it was brought to their attention, they still refused to take off the extra $3 charge. These smoke and mirrors tactics to make sales is bad form and poor business practice.”

“Our waitress was very friendly. Food was fast and portions were generous. I got the broiled platter with salad bar. The salad bar is small but well stocked and fresh. The broiled seafood was cooked through without being overdone. Decor is rustic and no frills but feels "homey". I will be back.”

“Food is so delicious and super fresh!!! I love their egg rolls and spring rolls! Cream cheese and sesame chicken was also top tier. It was absolutely phenomenal! The service was amazing too!!”

“Quick service, friendly staff, and the food hit the spot! The chicken was crispy and flavorful, and the Zax Sauce is always a win. The restaurant was clean can’t complain about this location at all.”

“I've never had the buffet. I've only ordered take out, and it's always been really good. I highly recommend the Szechuan Shrimp and the Singapore Mei Fun. But I haven't had anything from this restaurant that isn't solid. Dishes I've had include egg rolls, spring rolls, Hunan chicken, vegetable moo shu, fried dumplings, broccoli with garlic sauce, and vegetable fried rice - all worthwhile.”

“I go there almost every day, extremely happy, the managers Michelle, Laverne,and Molly top notch. Molly went above and beyond to get my order right with a great attitude. The best crew ever.”