Yes great atmosphere great service and the the outside for the summer is great! I enjoyed the lemon…read moredrop and strawberry drop!

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.

Great food. Wonderful service…read more Quaint rustic decor with horse theme decor. I love this place. Try to stop as often as we travel thru.

We have been loyal customers for about 12 years, usually regularly going early on Sundays for the…read morebuffet lunch. We loved the atmosphere, saw other repeat customers and got to know several of the friendly, on-the-ball servers. The buffet food offered country-cooking foods with a variety of selections.  We liked the atmosphere and food so much that we drove about 2 hours round trip to just eat at The Hitchin Post. We took a break for several months then recently returned to learn that there was a new owner. We didn't recognize any of the staff. We were told by our server that the owners were making some positive changes. OK, we thought, we will give it a chance.   Today we arrived on Sunday again and we were so disappointed. First off, the music was blaring (saying a lot coming from a person with a hearing loss!) with pop music which is disconcerting in a western-themed, country restaurant. We nicely mentioned the loud music to our server but nothing was done.  And, no I am not some ornery codger who hates contemporary music.  But who the heck wants their eardrums punctured early on Sunday morning?  The Hitchin Post is usually busy on Sundays at this time, but there were few customers today. I would not be surprised if other regulars are unhappy also.  The fried chicken, cornbread, rolls are still good. Overall, the food quality has also gone downhill - definitely not enough vegetable choices.   Plus, no one should ever mix butterbeans and corn together.  My gosh, the cake slices are so small, close to paper-thin and not tasty to boot. Sadly, we won't be returning. I hope the new owners can turn this around before they lose more regulars.

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.

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!

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

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.

We stopped on our way home to Raleigh. Food and service was great. My son and I both had the…read more pancakes. So tasty and he really liked the giant sausage links. They serve breakfast all day.

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!

I made an online order here on accident instead of SC and the girls were so nice to assure me I'd…read moreget a refund

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!

Food was awesome ! Just passing through but it was a great stop . Will visit again. I had the…read morechicken salad and it was very good

Even with the positive reviews here on Yelp, I was surprised (in a good way) at our experience…read morehere. Walking past historical markers for Confederate "heroes" and knowing the history of the city conveyed a sense that Tarboro's best days are behind it. If all of Tarboro can be as good as On the Square, it's got a lot to look forward to. My wife and I received a friendly welcome as we came through the door for our early-ish evening reservation (and got the Blue Hair Special seat next to the post in the middle of the back dining room - oh, well). Service from the start and through the meal was attentive but not bothersome. I began with the Classic Daiquiri, which was wonderfully tart rather than cloyingly sweet. Sandy had a Bees Knees as a mocktail and was charged an appropriately low price for what is basically club soda with some juice and honey syrup (for price gouging on this, I'm looking at you MACHETE). Brussels sprouts, Atlantic cod, and petit filet were all well-prepared and delicious -- and modestly priced for the quality. If I am ever in the area again, I will certainly and happily go back.

I went here for a business dinner. I'm a foodie, and to be honest, when I looked at the menu, I…read morewasn't sure what to expect because it looked like an unfocused/random selection of dishes. However, I'm glad to say my instincts were completely wrong on this one. My business colleagues told me all the ingredients are locally sourced, and the based of taking diner food and making it a little more modern (without the pretentiousness). The space matches the concept - modern diner. I tried the following: - Daily Bread: Very good. Nothing like freshly bread and butter. - Spaetzle Mac & Cheese: Excellent. I've had spaetzle and and I've had mac & cheese, and this was as good as interpretation of mac & cheese I've ever had. A lot of my colleagues thought this was the most memorable dish of the night. - Pickled Things: Good. I always like trying new things, and pickled blueberries and fried saltines were new to me. Really nice surprises. - Daily NC Catch (Trout): Very good. Trout was just as perfect as can be with a nice crispy sear on the skin, and meat was still tender. The risotto underneath was good, but a bit over-seasoned. Service was incredible. The server was interactive, fun, attentive and doing a masterful job of single-handedly managing a table of over 12 people, which is never easy. Overall, a great meal. Really great food with service that made us feel like restaurant regulars. If I happen to visit Greenville NC again, I would definitely make sure to return.

My GF suggested we have dinner at Native Fine after recently enjoying an outstanding dinner…read more Unfortunately the menu had significantly changed and was decidedly more casual (a burger and fried chicken sandwich are delicious but definitely less refined). We started with 1/2 dozen oysters (delicious) and an order of Pickled Things (really large enough for 4). For entrees we had the steak special (perfectly cooked but inexplicably didn't include any accompanying sides) and the fish special that included bouillabaisse in the description but was really a bed of flavored rice (good but a little too much vinegar). Overall tasty food with friendly staff, but I'm not sure I'd seek it out.