I don't like summer collards. Like my granddaddy, I prefer them after the winter frost has taken a…read morelick at them. Even so, I enjoyed a tasty plate of collards right here at the beginning of July on Friday. I did doctor them up with a generous application of Texas Pete...vinegar + heat. Makes perfect sense if you like it spicy! The plate also had potato salad and ham, with 2 expertly made 1/2 & 1/2 iced teas. If you like collards and you like potato salad and you like ham...then get your rear in gear on some Friday and order up a plate of southern soul food at its best! Did I mention the hush puppies? No? It's cause I ate them all! Don't even need butter! I'm no fan of the corn sticks tho, but I don't like those from anywhere. Can't wait for the first frost later this year! King Chicken offers down home old school friendly no frills service, and while it's not an eat-in restaurant, I don't mind snagging a plate and heading back to the house to give thanks and partake.

Absolutely brilliant Southern Soul Food to go! Quick, hot and delicious. Don't miss it!read more

After years of wanting to try the bank, I finally did! I was well pleased with the atmosphere and…read moreour waitress. She was very nice and helpful. I ordered the mussels Rockefeller as an appetizer. The mussels were some of the best I've ever had! I ordered an old-fashioned as it was recommended. I found it to be of average quality. For my main, I ordered the special which was soy ginger tuna. It was fantastic! One of the only things I didn't like was the reservation process. They didn't have any online reservations you had to call over the phone, which can be difficult during busy times.

The pictures I took are kind of lame because I was too busy eating the awesome food! This place…read moreisn't cheap, but it is so worth it. You do need to make a reservation (make it in advance, as it did take a little bit to get ahold of someone over the phone). My husband got the mussels Rockefeller, which he really liked. I don't like mussels, so I didn't have any of that dish. My main dish was the Chicken Diane and it was great!! Loved the sauce and the mashed potatoes were so flavorful. We were celebrating my mom's birthday, and she got a choice of dessert. She picked the cheesecake and it was delicious! It came with caramel and strawberry syrup. We also had the most fantastic server, Carly. She was attentive, upbeat, and very kind. When you go there, ask for her!

First time and we are locals. Food was really good. Slight expensive. Our waitress was not good…read more She seemed like she might be management filling in. Watched other waitress in our area. She seemed good. Lady had long dark hair. Glasses and a bit overweight. She didn't keep table cleared, wasn't friendly or helpful, and brought our check and never mentioned dessert or asked if we wanted additional beverages. Otherwise good, but if I based off her performance, I wouldn't go back. Debating.

We ate on the rooftop deck... Ali, who manages the top area, was amazingly accommodating, and the…read morestaff was very attentive... And then we got the food that was incredible!

First time at Sheps grill. It was recommended by my father-in-law who frequents the restaurant. I…read morecame for lunch on a Sunday around two hours before closing time. I was told they were out of brisket and catfish. Both of which I was planning to order so I was a bit disappointed. I ordered a fried chicken sandwich with hot honey, and tater tots as aside. It was really good, but it was lacking a little bit. Could've used a little more hot honey in my opinion. Overall, I enjoyed the place and would come back again.

This is a real hometown gem! We've eaten here three times so far, and everything has been…read moredelicious. We've had: corned beef hash & eggs, their cheese biscuits are to die for, the "Full Nelson" breakfast bowl with cheese grits, home fries, and house smoked bologna. With the first bite I took of their southwestern eggs Benedict I couldn't help uttering "oh my gosh." Pulled pork, hollandaise and a perfectly cooked poached egg... Scrumptious. It sounds pretty basic, but their BLT is also very good. Although the restaurant is usually hectic, service is friendly and efficient.

Stumbled upon the place on a drive north. Would definitely detour to come back. A simple country…read moreplace exactly as you would want to reflect a no nonsense diner . Lots of varied entrees served from a lineup including meatloaf, fried chicken to catfish. Served fresh. Okra, butter beans, etc. They have burgers too if need to satisfy a kids desire. Really good food, and the staff was very helpful. I suspect everything is seasonable. Highly recommended.

it's actually a really good place for some good country food. the service was quick and easy, and…read morethe pictures on the walls were cool! I would recommend this place if you're driving by.

Overall Rating: 4/5 stars If you're looking for a spot with…read moreplenty of vegetarian options in New Bern that isn't an Indian restaurant, FireFly Cafe is an absolute breath of fresh air! I give this place a solid 4/5 overall, heavily carried by their incredible hospitality and welcoming atmosphere. Service: 5/5 The service here is unmatched. The owners are incredibly friendly, attentive, and great to converse with. They went out of their way to bring over coloring books and crayons for our kids, which was a huge help and made us feel so welcome. Decor & Ambiance: 4/5 The interior is spacious and very inviting. They have a great mix of standard dining tables under beautiful exposed wooden beams, plus some really cozy lounge seating areas with a cool swamp mural. It's a very relaxed, family-friendly environment. Food: 3/5 The food was a bit of a mixed bag, but we really appreciated the vegetarian variety. * The Good: The Firefly Beignets were the absolute highlight--they came out warm, puffy, covered in powdered sugar, and completely delicious! The Mac n' Cheese and the side salad were both decent and satisfying. * The Not-So-Good: The crepes were a bit of a letdown. They used canned olives that were overwhelmingly sour, which really threw off the flavor of the dish. The Verdict: Even though the food wasn't perfect across the board, the amazing owners, the family-friendly environment, and those delicious warm beignets make it a spot worth visiting.

Super fresh ingredients and variety. There is always something new and fresh and prices that do not…read morebreak the bank. The owners are kind and patient folks especially in a community that is not local and always want everything like where they came from. Great place to chat and eat and enjoy long beverages with friends.

They think that a baked sub is done in a microwave oven not a oven set at 450°…read moreMicrowave doesn't make it crispy, makes it rubber, otherwise the food is good.

Stopped by around dinner time and they were out of nearly everything we ordered. On our way back…read morefrom the beach, we were looking for a place to eat dinner. We searched Apple Maps for nearby restaurants and found Champs. When we arrived we were surprised to see that it was part of a gas station. This was fine and we parked and walked inside. A few other customers were waiting for their order. We chose what we wanted and placed the order on the kiosk. I love ordering kiosks as it is easy to view the menu and place the order. You don't pay at the kiosk, but at the cashier. After waiting a while, the employee behind the display case informed us that they were out of most of what we ordered. We had noticed the empty spaces in the display case, but expected they would be refilled. We were open to alternatives, but there wasn't enough to choose from. This was surprising as we arrived around 6 pm and they close at 7 pm. I guess go earlier if you want to eat here. We decided to pass on the food and ate at Bojangles. Luckily we hadn't paid yet. This may be a reasonable place to eat if you also need gas and/or convenience store items. I can't speak on the taste or quality of the food. The gas station is easy to locate and has ample parking.

After appointments in Greenville, we decided to catch lunch at Bum's…read more The fried chicken (a breast and a leg for each of us) was perfection! I got the yams and rutabagas...absolutely delicious! Mom got the green beans and yams, and ate them all. Then she saw the fresh out of the oven banana pudding, topped with meringue...so mom also got dessert and exclaimed over how much it was like what her mom used to make. The tea and ice were plentiful and refreshing. The folks are friendly and helpful. I expect to be back soon for more rutabagas...and I can't wait!

Worth the drive from Raleigh for the butter beans and collards alone. Best d**n butter beans ever…read more Bum's is a visit back to an earlier day when meats n threes ruled eastern Carolina. Regulars are addressed by name and people genuinely want to know how your day is. It's a meat n twos now but plates include all the usual suspects plus a daily special. Two sides and corn sticks, cornbread, or rolls are included. Prices are very reasonable. There's both street parking and a small lot, in addition to a drive-thru window. Not fancy, but seriously good. You won't go wrong with any of the sides.

My pickle sauce hamburger was sooo good. I dont normally eat hamburgers but I was so happy I did…read more My other family members enjoyed their food as well. We felt a little rushed to get dessert since the kitchen was closing earlier but Owner and the Counter girl (i forgot her name) was super nice and friendly.!! Would recommend though menu was limited. Very laid back vibe with wood tables and benches with a card game that everyone could play with lots of laughs. Didn't try the bar but they had daily specials. Would go back too

Cold chips, dry BBQ... there is absolutely no moisture or flavor in the BBQ - the slaw was nearly…read moreabsent - and the "house made" chips were cold - probably made pretty far in advance. Overall the food was edible, but not good.

People hair all in my food tray and sandwich! I called to try talk someone and no one will answer…read morethe phone!

The hamburgers were well overcooked. It was disappointing because they usually. Are good. Don't…read moreknow who cooked em on 8/04/25 2:30pm but they were not hitting.