We went for dinner for my husband's birthday. I think they were serving a large party upstairs…read more Part of his dinner was missing (a seafood trio which came as a duo) and was overcooked. I had stuffed scallops, but they were not rinsed so there was sand in them. But the waitress was great and tried to make it up to us by comping a dessert (homemade donut with whipped cream which was very nice). I've heard they're great for lunches, but we won't be back for dinner.

Sylvia was the most gracious server ! The Cobb salad was crisp and fresh with a tender chicken…read morebreast- it wasn't the dry boring chicken I often get. Pillowwy bread ( R ate two) he had a Club sandwich with Dill Slaw! And the chocolate cake - perfect treat at the end ! Tasty!

Our family had a wonderful time today at The Hitch N Post restaurant!! Us cousins met from Virginia…read moreand Eastern coast of NC for lunch. Food was great ( except no collards today, lol)! Kim, our very delightful and great waitress told us they have them on the weekends. So, we will definitely have to come back on a weekend. It's a short drive from the coast (1 1/2 Hour) Thank you to the staff and especially Kim! Great family time at a great place! Wiedner, Riddle and Millis family

This place definitely was under-reviewed and deserves lots more photos and great reviews…read more The buffet serves delicious soul food, variety of great plates , salad bar, and yummy homemade deserts! We were on the way back home from OBX to up North and would definitely come back if we ever get the chance to. Service was great the waitresses were very attentive.

Service is great and friendly. The fried catfish on Tuesdays is very good and love the cheese…read moresteak! We also like having breakfast there. Good portions also.

I absolutely adore the farmers kitchen! It is so cool. The concept is just great perfect for…read moretoday's generation and others as well! Now let's talk about service! I love it can't say enough about it. You go in you order your food and it's up to you, where you sit whether it's inside or outside I love it! As for ambience, they allow dogs on the outside! Yes, it makes a difference to those of us that have dogs... There is nothing I can say besides it's a cool concept. I love the way you place your order and go about your business and they holler at you when it's ready to eat!

My wife and I visited Chef & the Farmer in Kinston to celebrate my birthday, and it turned out to…read morebe one of the most memorable dining experiences we've had in years. We were delighted to be personally greeted by none other than Vivian Howard -- James Beard Award-winning chef, restaurateur, television personality, and author. It was our first visit since Chef Vivian reimagined the restaurant into its current format: an intimate, chef-driven dining concept she calls "Chef New," inspired by one of her favorite restaurants, Chez Nous in Charleston, where a compact menu of six rotating daily selections keeps the focus squarely on quality and creativity. Chef Vivian herself seated us, and from that moment, the warmth and intentionality of the experience never let up. We were fortunate to be seated directly in front of the open kitchen, where we had the pleasure of meeting Chef Hope and watching the culinary team work with quiet precision. Every member of the staff -- from our server to the pastry and salad chef -- contributed to an atmosphere that felt both refined and genuinely welcoming. The prix-fixe menu, which rotates weekly, offered a wonderful range of choices. We opened with a starter of soft-shell crabs -- caught just two hours prior -- served with charred scallion mayo and a bright corn relish. The dish was extraordinary: delicate, fresh, and perfectly executed. My wife's Brussels sprouts, tossed with spiced peanuts and goat cheese and finished with a honey vinaigrette, were equally impressive. A generous pour of Sorgente Prosecco made it all the better. For our mains, I chose the flank steak, accompanied by asparagus with green butter and a silky root vegetable purée. My wife opted for the house-made tagliatelle in a shrimp scampi that she couldn't stop talking about. Both dishes were beautifully presented and thoughtfully composed, reflecting the restaurant's deep commitment to farm-to-table sourcing and local ingredients. The meal concluded with fantastic desserts and continued conversation with the staff, who were as knowledgeable as they were passionate. Throughout the evening, there was an evident attention to detail in every element -- from the food preparation to the way each dish was explained and presented. This is the kind of dining experience that reminds you why food matters. We will absolutely be back.

We've eaten a few times at Chef & the Farmer, enjoyed the Kitchen Bar experience, and were excited…read moreto try the latest iteration, The Counter. As always, Vivian does not disappoint. The Counter occupies what was once the private dining room at Chef & the Farmer. Decor is cool - bare brick, tin ceiling, polished cement floor, tables and chairs new but antiqued. An eclectic mix of music plays - a little too loud for my liking, but not so loud that we had to shout. Perhaps a dozen tables, plus a few on the sidewalk for when it warms up. The menu is simple, only a dozen or so choices. Some are old favorites, some new creations. A special of the day is offered. You order at the counter, and food is served at your table. You pick your table. We opted for an early dinner, arriving at 4PM on a Sunday. It was quiet in the restaurant, only us and and one other table. Service was good, but a little disjointed - one entrée arrived a full 5 minutes before the rest of the food. I tried shrimp and grits, the daily special. 6 shrimp, atop a bowl of cheddar grits, adorned with ground sausage, mushroom and roaster red pepper sauce. The shrimp are smoky; a crispy crunch to each one. Grits are creamy and perfect, complete with a few lumps. The sauce pulls it all together and adds the tiniest hint of heat. YUM! Also tried blueberry bbq chicken enchiladas. These are 3 to a serving; tortillas stuffed with shredded chicken prepared with Vivian's famous blueberry sauce. They're served in a shallow pool of poblano cream and topped with sliced radish, cilantro and cotijo. With a side of black beans. The chicken is the star.. it's moist, flavorful with the sweet/sour goodness of the blueberry sauce. Delish! Also tried a trio of sides - fried collards, hushpuppies and beets. The fried collards are a familiar favorite - deep fried collard leaves, crispy and salty. Hushpuppies are golf-ball sized, wonderfully crisp on the outside, moist and sweet on the inside. They're topped with apple & jalapeno preserves. Beets are served with slices of orange, topped with spiced and feta vinaigrette. To be honest, you could just order one of each of the sides (there are others) and that would be a meal! The counter offers wonderful food. Not quite the experience of a full sit-down meal (I really MISS Chef & the Farmer), but still - worth the drive to Kinston.

Never a bad meal. Just ordered from there last night and everything was AWESOME!!! Service was also…read moreawesome!!

They had a buffet! Total surprise. It wasn't on the menu but I believe it is a regular thing…read more All of the food was great!

Have been here multiple times.Food and service always good.Highly recommended.The Ambiance is good…read morealso

Great mom and pop Restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. They have a good variety on their…read moremenu. If you e never had a pizza burger, try it! Friendly, down home service in a clean environment.

Outstanding!! The ribs were nothing short of wonderful with the best BBQ sauce I have ever had…read more All of the sides were very delicious and plentiful. A small restaurant that deserves very high praise!

Such an amazing place! First of all, we drove up at around 8:45pm, with closing time being around…read more9pm. The cook was outside and greeted us to come in. The food they prepared was simply fabulous. We will be back!

Yes go! It's a burger spot and delicious! I had the Greg Brady and my son had the cowboy. My other…read more2 had just regular burgers but omg this place is a little gem! Walls covered in dollar bills and a cute vibe! Service was spot on very quick and friendly! The burgers are so good mine had bbq chips, Mac & cheese and the house sauce ISE IT! We also did the fried Oreos which were like all other fried Oreos lol! We will definitely go back again when we are in Greenville!

While the ECU bunch is away for the summer, I decided to have lunch downtown. (After all, downtown…read morestill needs customers in the summer!: When entering I was immediately greeted and told I could sit wherever I liked. If you have never been, this place has quite the unique decor. Signed dollar bills are all over the walls, and bras are hanging everywhere as well. I like the back of a old Lincoln automobile above the beer dispenser. It looks like a dive bar, but it's actually a southern chain of about 20 locations. The food menu is burgers and fries, with create your own burger options plus specialty burgers. I ordered the GREG BRADY Burger, topped with house-made Mac N' Cheese, American cheese and Martin's BBQ potato chips plus a side of fries. Order was brought to the table with a surprisingly short wait. This was a delicious choice! Quite the flavor combination. My server and another employee kept a good check on me to see if I was enjoying the food and if I needed anything. You need to be aware that Dickenson Ave. is in a construction project that may make getting there or parking a bit more challenging.

I visit On The Square monthly when I visit my sister. In the years that I've been coming here, I…read morehave NEVER had a bad meal. I leave fully sated and so happy that I was able to visit again. Keep up the great work you do

Food is always great, staff is pleasant and welcoming. Always on time with pickup or catering…read moreorders. Perfect lunch spot for Tarboro and neighboring towns.

If you're looking for a hearty home cooked breakfast with soul this is the place for you. The…read moregrits are like grandma made, all nice and creamy. Order the OG and get sausage patties. A must do when in G-Vegas!

One of the best diners I've ever been to! Good food, kind staff, and a great atmosphere. It may…read moreseem unassuming at first but it is so cozy!