Second anniversary dinner we have celebrated here. Drove about 90 mins to eat here both times. Here is what I'll say about this place: A lot of places charge high prices for dinner these days and prop up their restaurant with above average service and good decoration. This place is the real deal. You definitely pay a lot. However, the food is absolutely worth the price you pay. This is a restaurant that talks the talk and walks the walk. The wedge salads is beyond comprehension how good it is. The bread is transcendent. I got the dry aged steak and my wife got the wagyu. Both were true to definition fine dining. My wife insisted on the truffle fries as a shareable side and by gosh they were the best fries ever had...that being said...wagyu 5oz is $130. You aren't going wrong here. Great meal, great service, worth the time and $$. It is rare to get a good deal and still spend $$$$ these days. This is the spot. read more

If you're in the area do not miss this restaurant! Then menu is expansive with so many good options, I tried the bacon wrapped scallops, lobster bisque, chicken piccata, and pistachio cheesecake for dessert. Each dish was delicious, hot, and flavorful. The service was wonderful and I received warm chocolate chip cookies with the check which was a nice treat to take with me. The restaurant is in an unexpected location next to Taco Bell and Hampton Inn but superb quality. The interior is decorated nicely and restrooms are clean. read more

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My husband and I went here for our 25 anniversary. We loved the upscale steakhouse vibe. I had the Beet salad and the short rib special, my husband had the Oysters Rockefeller and the NY strip. Everything was delicious and cooked perfectly, and our server I believe her name was Naomi was wonderful. Drinks were good also. Would definitely recommend. read more

Love the atmosphere. We feel very fancy and rich when we go. My son calls this "the fathers day restaurant ". The service is the die for. The waiter has a little crumb knife thing and will come by to sweep away your crumbs. They give you a warm wet towel to clean your hands.! No need to get a ton of sides they are very large. I'd make a group decion on one or two max. Put focus on main course. Complementary warm cookie togo! 10x better than Ruth Chris! read more

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Went with another couple while staying in Morehead. The food was good with good portion size. Took forever to get all Of our drinks like a long time they forgot some. The seafood tower was nice. It was perfect for a party of 4. Our dinner was just meh our filet medallion some were cooked perfect some over done. French onion soup was just soso. I'd probably eat there again read more

We have been wanting to try Prime for months now & finally made it! We already are talking about our next trip back. Walking in the front door you're greeted by their dry aged meat coolers. The restaurant is cozy & clean. Our server was attentive and detail oriented. After coming to the agreement of splitting the large charcuterie board we also ordered the beet salad and french onion soup. The beet salad was good, it came out with spinach instead of arugula which was a bit disappointing since arugula is my favorite but it was still good. I would order it again if they had arugula. The french onion soup was a 10/10! The charcuterie board had a great array of local & world wide cheeses & meats accompanied by their homemade fig jam. There were so many other great things on the menu & we cannot wait to go back! read more

Prime Bistro Wine Bar - Dry Aged Steaks - Steakhouses Near Me - Morehead City, North Carolina

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The old fashioned was spot on and the special short rubs I had were fantastic. Highly reccomend.

Went there for a couples date night. Great service along with great food and drinks. Very prompt with their service and took great care of all of us during dinner. I would recommend for an evening out! read more

Just tried to make a reservation. Went through multiple levels, including a code texted to me. Then was asked for a password. To what? We will spend our money somewhere easier to access. read more

This was our third time here my girlfriend and I and it was wonderful as usual. We try to make it a once a year thing since it's so out of the way for us but this time like the last two times was wonderful! read more

Great atmosphere we were greated at the door with a smile. It was our anniversary so they gave us a small gift and a card signed by the staff. This is something that has never happened to us before. I got the 16 oz ribeye cooked medium rare and it was spot on. The quality of the steak was top notch and need no sauces to help with the flavor. The wife got the medallions cooked perfectly and the sauces that came with them were perfect. We also split the wedge salad it was just enough to split. And for our side we got the twice baked potato which was also shareable and was probably the best twice baked I have had in a while. read more

Our Table was offered a duck special. Every other table was offered a wagyu special. I thought it was odd as I would have gotten the wagyu. The Crab stack app was ok but over priced. The dry aged NY strip was OK but also overpriced- i think it was around 70$ + 6$ for a sauce + 14$ for days old potatoes = bad value. The Pork Ragu was terrible. I am convinced it had smoked brisket instead of roasted pork shoulder. It tasted like an oversalted Texas BBQ sandwich. Not worth it. read more

Excellent place for a very wonderful dinner! The service is top notch, with very knowledgable servers (of both foods and drinks). The restaurant is simply decorated with classic elegance. The food is very well prepared. We went during their Sunday specials, choosing from 3 entree options...and also from the main menu. We had the lobster bisque, the king crab stack, the sirloin, a ribeye, and the lobster parmesan mahi. Everything was deliciously prepared. We were celebrating a birthday and they even gave a small gift. What a wonderful touch! This is a perfect place for a more upscale yet relaxing evening. Well-done, Prime! read more

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This was our first dining experience at Prime and I am sorry I didn't get our waiters name but he was simply fabulous. It was my daughter in laws Birthday so we all went to dinner including my 3 Grandson's. My 4 year Grandson was sitting going on that this is the best Restaurant ever. Our waiter brought hot chocolate chip and my Grandson lost look they even made cookies for us. Our waiter actual sat down next to him to listen to my Grandson tell how wonderful everything was, pretty impressive for a 4 yr old. So moving obviously we were very impressed with the service, knowledgeable, attentive and thoughtful service. The food was very good we had the bone marrow which was excellent Appetizer, blooming onion ok, bbq Shrimp ok, my main was the 14 ox ribeye was cooked rare as requested, my wife had the Grouper and she absolutely loved (that is rare). The Ambiance was upscale, clean, neat and done well our drink and wine was all good. This was a very pleasant night and the staff was amazing. Great Job Prime Bistro, Great Job. read more

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Decided to try this highly rated, high-end restaurant during Restaurant week, when there are fixed price menus that make the experience more affordable for the average person. The atmosphere was quiet and sophisticated, very much the classic steakhouse vibe. Service was kind and prompt, and the courses were brought in a timely way. However, the food was completely unmemorable. They offered a surf and turf combo which was sirloin and crabcake. Now I get that sirloin is not going to be delmonico quality, but I would expect at least some seasoning. There was none that I could discern. It was tender, but had no flavor---and usually sirloin is flavorful, but a little chewy compared to other cuts. The crabcake was OK, but nothing special. The lobster bisque was the same. The dessert, a salted caramel cheesecake, was over the top sweet and too much caramel, not enough cheesecake flavor. I think the thing that struck me about the food was that for a place putting out a sophisticated steakhouse vibe, the food was very unsophisticated and ordinary, if bot downright bland. Very, very disappointing, and expensive--even with the discounted fix price menu, the bill with tip still ran almost $100 per person. I had hoped to find an addition to our stable of "go-to" restaurants for special occasions, but this one will not be on that list. read more

Make a reservation now. You will return again and again. Our server was Sean, who was superb, but his entire team was first rate. Now to the food: The 5 of us followed other reviewers' leads and Sean's guidance and enjoyed the scallop appetizer, scallop main dish, pork chop, crab cakes and grouper. We ordered more asparagus and rolls. This restaurant is special from the food, service and decor. You will feel special too. read more

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Really yummy dinner ! To start, the bistro rolls were AMAZING. I absolutely regret not getting a second round of those. We also did the chefs tour charcuterie which was very good. Our table tried the prime ribeye, filet flight, and the flat iron. All were very good. The blue cheese crust on the steak was my favorite of all the toppings and sauces we tried. Will definitely be back! read more

Prime Bistro Wine Bar - Filet flight - Steakhouses Near Me - Morehead City, North Carolina

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I made a reservation for my bf's birthday, and we each got the filet flights. I had mine medium and his was medium rare, both were cooked to perfection! The butters to dip in complimented the steaks well. We also got the mac and cheese to share, also delicious. The star of the night was not the steak or the mac and cheese, it was the bread! GET THE BREAD it was the best bread I've ever had! We ended up paying about $175 with tip. Was it worth it? Sure, but it's probably a one time place for me. It was a nice experience. read more

Prime Bistro Wine Bar - Steakhouses Near Me - Morehead City, North Carolina

Where can I start, as a person not familiar with the fancier side of dining, Andy took care of us on Valentine's Day like a true star. He explained how the menu worked, offered many options and helped us through the evening. The food was great, really filled us up and never let us down. The mashed potatoes were very good, the ribeye was cooked to perfection. We loved the look of the restaurant. It really says "special event" We will be back! read more

Great service and food. It was my first visit and well worth a 1000 returns. We will def be back to try all items on the menu. read more

Prime Bistro Wine Bar - Ladies room - Steakhouses Near Me - Morehead City, North Carolina

When you come here make sure you dress a better than casual. The service is above and beyond! It's shocking that this gem passed my radar for so long! I absolutely love trying new places!!! The food was so succulent, satisfying & unforgettable! We are definitely spreading the word and coming again! ... Don't even get me started on the ambiance! The music is comforting, the cleanliness was very very up to par! The bathroom was a different style than the dining room but still very cute & formal! All together 10/10. read more

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If you're in town for some fine dining you will definitely want to visit Prime Bistro! They are perfect for an anniversary or date night. You won't regret it! read more

We had a very nice evening here while celebrating a birthday. The staff did a great job and they were very dedicated to making this a fine dining experience, which is something that is relatively uncommon in Morehead City. We were very impressed by the level of service as well as the quality of food. Everything had great flavor. The prices are expensive, but that is expected at a high end steak house. But we will definitely be back on special occasions. Also, two dishes that might not be as popular but exceeded expectations were the scallop pasta & the blooming onion...both were incredible. read more

We used to love to come to this location under the previous name for years so we thought we would try this out. We didn't enjoy Prime Bistro nearly as much. Way too expensive for what you get and I don't mind paying high prices as long as the food is up to that standard. Unfortunately our meals didn't match the price. read more

Took my friend here for her birthday last night . Atmosphere is amazing... staff is above and beyond food is amazing. They actually gave her a personalized birthday card signed by the staff . Our waitress was absolutely amazing and very attentive. They go into great detail about the menu and off menu items available for the day. Very high class so it is expensive but well worth the money spent for the 5 star treatment that we received. They went as far as personalizing a birthday card for her and had the staff sign it. Would definitely go back and would recommend giving it a try .. expensive yes but well worth the money !! read more

Honestly downloaded Yelp to leave a review. Between the cease salad, wine, bread, mushroom risotto, sirloin with crab oscar, bread and service provided by Gillian, this had to be the best meal I have ever had. Found this place on google and it did not disappoint in any aspect. Wife mentioned to the server about celebrating a new job and was given a gift of house made olive oil and a handwritten card saying congratulations and a complimentary cookie at the end of a meal. Top notch place to visit and I highly recommend. read more

Finally a true fine dining restaurant in the local area. The service, drinks and food were exceptional. The wine list is extensive and full of some great choices. The menu has offerings for the everyone from vegetarian to in-house dry aged steaks. The crab cakes were excellent, all crab meat with a shrimp yogurt type binder, no filler. read more

Prime Bistro Wine Bar - Old Fashioned - Steakhouses Near Me - Morehead City, North Carolina

Great atmosphere. Good service. Super pricey Mediocre food. Will probably never go there or recommend to anyone.

Had high hopes that this would turn out to be one of the best meals we've ever had.Unfortunately,the food lacked flavor was just average.However the service is fantastic. I believe that is what you are paying for. The chicken piccata was tough to cut and a bit chewy. The filet flight lacked flavor,might be why they offer dipping sauces. The crème brûlée looked great but also did not have any flavor.Overall experience was disappointing. Expensive for food that is bland. read more

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Amazing!!! We chose to go to Prime Bistro for my husband's birthday and it was perfect! Friendly and attentive service. Elegant atmosphere with delicious food! Highly recommend! read more

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Prime Bistro has the best food we've had in the Morehead City area. The French onion soup and bone marrow are both amazing appetizers and the steaks are cooked to perfection. Great atmosphere and wonderful service! The charcuterie board is also delicious but a bit much for 2 people. read more

Service was slow at first but got better. Someone was training at the bar which is understandable. French onion soup was fantastic. I got the pork chop and my friend got the prime burger. Burger was very flavorful and properly cooked. We both agreed that the pork chop was a little bland but chimichurri sauce canceled that out. read more

Love this place for a date night! The bacon wrapped scallops, seafood tower, brussel sprouts, and steaks are all amazing. Also great for an after dinner drink. read more

My parents and I went here for their 57th anniversary. The food and service were outstanding! Highly recommend.

I really wanted to like this place, went there for drinks first and had a great time at the bar. They had a good whiskey and wine selection as well. Next we went for dinner on a whim knowing it would be expensive. First, they did this weird thing where they went over the menu with us like we couldn't read, some people may appreciate it but I found it condescending and annoying. The food, while alright, wasn't "knock your socks off" great and I found it to be slightly better than average. Our favorite dish was the Oysters Rockefeller. My ribeye was a bit overcooked to medium when I asked for medium rare which really isn't acceptable from a high end steakhouse. The food quality and flavor isn't worth the price. I've paid as much for meals in Phoenix and Chicago, but the food was head and shoulders better than what it was at Prime. read more

Absolutely amazing!! From the food, atmosphere, and service! Wow is all I can say!! They definitely make you feel so special. The experience is great!! Definitely will be back!! read more

Prime Bistro Wine Bar - Anniversary - Steakhouses Near Me - Morehead City, North Carolina

3rd visit. This time to celebrate an anniversary. Friendly greeting at the door reservation found and we were seated in one minute. Logan arrived quickly to offer a couple of water choices a nice touch. Our server Jillian welcomed us and gave an anniversary gift to the couple along with a card signed by the entire staff. Wine and cocktail menus in hand we started debating all were very pleased at the choices. It is a high end steak house with wood fired grill to cook the steaks. We settled on two different filets, mushroom risotto and an aged ribeye. Today they also offered Wagyu beef as well. The risotto not usually one of my favorites was incredible. All our steaks were cooked perfectly and extremely flavorful and tender. Yeast rolls and lobster dip were starters and lovely. Service is very attentive while never intruding. An excellent destination for a celebration. A little pricey for everyday but certainly a terrific high end steak house. The chocolate cake was astounding. Thank you Prime Bistro and the fabulous staff Jillian & Logan in particular, for a great dinner. Compare to a Morton's Steakhouse but better. read more

Absolutely a waste of money, Order prime filet, so very salty I could not eat , Terrible steak prime filet $85.00, what a waste of money. They did knock off $40 for a steak that was not fit to eat. Stay away and do not waste your money. read more

we came here last night for our anniversary dinner and it was perfection! between the lighting in the restaurant, the music in the background, the incredible service (and an equally incredible bartender!!), and each one of our courses (we started with the lobster dip, moved on to the beet salad, steaks + enhancements for us both, and then had dessert...if you love chocolate cake theirs is a MUST!!!). we will 100% visit this place again! read more

Absolutely wonderful. From the grand entrance and perfectly lit dining room and separate seductive bar area to the roar of the the lion in main dining room artwork the extend dining room is nice not as twilight as the darker room but still romancing just the same. Every single waitstaff personal we're gracious and attentive bring the extra large $$$$$ pocket book and be prepared to spend. Finally a place worth this kind of dough no pictures taken as it truly felt disrespectful to do so. read more