Prime Bistro Wine Bar

Charcuterie board was excellent Fried green tomatoes was…read moredelicious Pork belly burnt ends were okay Grace took great care of us service was great Nice atmosphere inside Great place to eat downtown Morehead City

Yo, the internet homies steered me wrong! Shame on y'all!…read more I got the shrimp burger with smoked gouda mac and cheese. The shrimp were criminally overcooked, and the mac needed salt in the worst way. They didn't salt the pasta water (or salt it enough), and the mac was really sad, as a result. My friend got the soup of the day combo, which were were told was a "white bean and basil soup", but I'll be danged if it didn't come out with the most garbanzo-y looking white beans I've ever seen in my life. She said it tasted like they dumped rotel, chickpeas, and pesto into a pot and called it soup, and not in a good way. My wife got the smoked wings. She said the flavor was good, but they were brought out lukewarm and very lightly sauced (she's an extra saucy kind of lady). We got two cocktails, a cherry limeade slushie and a Kill Devil Hills Pain Killer. We were told the cherry limeade was made with just cherry mixer, lime, and vodka, but it definitely tasted like it had coconut in it, and my wife hates coconut. The Pain Killer I got was acceptable, but we ordered it with our food, and it didn't come out until I'd almost finished my dinner. The vibes in the place were meh, but fine (especially if the food/drinks were good), but the tables were extremely sticky across their entire surface, so either someone sucks at cleaning, or the finish on the tables was failing and needed to be sanded down/refinished. We did get a side of sweet potato fries that were pretty dope, but they didn't make up for the disappointment of everything else. 1 out of 5 stars; do not recommend.

Wine Club in the Mullet Bar

Fig and prosciutto toast appetizer

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Excellent selection of wine

Arendell Room Bar

4.8(83 reviews)

3.1 mi

Fabulous cocktails, fast service, good vibes. Sat at the bar on the right hand side when you walked…read morein and it had two older gentleman making the drinks, who nailed it.

Great drinks and the bartenders are very nice!!! Was told to try this place by some locals it did…read morenot disappoint! Will be back!!!

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White Wine

Brasserie 823

5.0(3 reviews)

6.7 mi

Cute, quaint, quirky little place. Absolutely love this place! Whatever your fancy, beer/wine or…read morecoffee, it's a really cozy place to hang out with friends or family whether the day or night; although, they do close at 7pm. Will definitely be returning next time we are in the area. Owners are very down to earth.

Waited out the rain here in the barn! Kicked back with some coffee and the free jukebox! Incredibly…read morefriendly staff!! SUPER clean. 100000/10 would recommend. Decorated SO well! Cant wait to go back!

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Jack’s On The Waterfront

3.4(103 reviews)

3.2 mi

We were there during Big Rock and the place was packed. Service was fast and efficient. Alice was…read moresassy (in an endearing kind of way) but she got the job done. We were there three times in three days if that tells you anything. We enjoyed the view and watching the boats. People watching was pretty good too. Prices were very reasonable. They didn't have any food, but that was fine. We would definitely go back if we are ever back in town.

The view from the back deck was nice, although the noise from the bar below was very loud. The…read morepizzas came out quickly, but weren't anything special. I got the pickle pizza, and my husband built his own with roasted red peppers, black olives, and hamburger. The crust was nice and thin, but they lacked flavor overall.

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2nd floor view

Cru Wine Bar

3.9(129 reviews)

5.7 mi

I took a little trip to Beaufort with my wife today and we decided it was coffee time. Right…read moredowntown slightly back from Front Street was Cru Wine and Coffee. Upon walking in, we were greeted warmly and with a smiling face. While we waited for our orders, we noticed a quiet, casual environment that could bring peace to a stressful day; even if only for a few minutes. The coffee was quite tasty with notes of chocolate and oat milk. Not overpowering by any means and the coffee was the star of the show. Just what we wanted. Great job by the staff and great experience overall.

Came in for coffee and got a brown sugar cookie latte. That sheen was fye. One of the best iced…read morecoffees I have tasted. It was perfectly sweet, service was very efficient.

The wine bar on the other side

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Circa 81

4.5(345 reviews)

1.1 mi

The food and ambience were great. On the other hand in the middle, my server disappeared, my…read moresilverware was never changed. My wife went to the bar to get her a drink, and I had to go to the bar to order my drink.

We were greeted upon entering the restaurant and seated at a small table in the bar that was by the…read morewindows. The bartender was busy working and singing in between taking orders as she prepared drinks for customers. Our waiter was knowledgeable about the menu and offered the specials before we placed our order. We love to sample the menu when we travel and the vast menu of tapas gave us the perfect opportunity to try just about everything. They had a smaller wine selection, but there was something for just about everyone. Our waiter was very attentive and offered suggestions on what to try if we were torn between several menu options. The Spanish lamb meatballs, truffle honey pork belly and rosemary beef were the tapas that stood out as the most flavorful and making us each want just one more bite. The Spanish meatballs were glazed with sriracha which caused me to pause before ordering. However, I'm so happy that we gave them a try. They had a bold flavor, but the whipped feta and cilantro were enough to balance the heat. The truffle honey pork belly was sliced differently. We have only had this cut into cubes at other restaurants in the past. The way that they slice the pork belly is so much better. The pork belly was served with cheese grits. We don't even like cheese grits, but could not get enough of these smoked Gouda grits. The rosemary beef with asparagus and mashed potatoes was perfect. The beef was tender, the asparagus cooked to perfection and who doesn't love mashed potatoes. We visit the crystal coast about twice a year and always try a couple of new places. We look forward to coming back to Circa 81 each time that we visit!

House made pimento cheese with biscuit crackers. Unbelievable. One of my favs w a nice red wine

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The Wheelhouse Taproom & Craft Beverages

3.7(7 reviews)

2.0 mi

This was a great place with a great atmosphere. We enjoyed hanging out with the locals.read more

Great service, vibe and playing Shut The Box game. In the cider blueberry lemonade was awesome. 25…read moreoptions on tap.

The Wheelhouse Taproom & Craft Beverages - Bar

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Idle Hour Biergarten

4.0(265 reviews)

2.4 mi

We originally went there because we were looking forward to having one of their brats, but they…read moredon't serve them anymore so they just need to update their website. Staff was friendly. I got pork tacos and my friend got the hamburger and both were amazing.

Cute, very casual outdoor seating with sand floor! Servers were sweet and attentive. I got the jam…read moreburger and it was super super yum and hubby got the shrimp burger which was also really good!

Outside seating

$17 "Seafood Platter"

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Dranks

Crab's Claw Oceanfront Caribbean Restaurant

3.1(681 reviews)

2.4 mi

I have eaten at Crab's Claw 3 times in the last couple of years and can say that I have had a 5…read moreStar experience every time. Look forward to the next visit as well. The food keeps getting better. I was there for a late lunch last week and was lucky that the Mahi sandwich was the special. It was delicious. We also had Conch Fritters for an appetizer. We ate on the deck overlooking the ocean and actually got to see a dolphin swimming by! Service was great and I could tell they really pitched in and got the table next to ours cleaned off quickly when the patrons left their table. I'll definitely be back ASAP.

Dined in last Wednesday night. We got a table on the balcony overlooking the beach after about a 30…read moreminute wait (this was the highlight of the night). Our waitress (Nicole) was very overwhelmed and slow. She was nice enough when she came around but the service was not great. Now the food...we had appetizer bacon wrapped scallops they were good. But the dinners were awful. The Key Lime Shrimp and Lobster pasta was inedible; I really should have sent it back. It had no flavor other than bitter lime (and I love lime!) I see after reading reviews I am not the only one to have this complaint, probably should remove it from menu. The blacked ahi tuna had good flavor but was cold as was the quinoa (not sure if it's supposed to be served warm or cold). Our son had a filet which he enjoyed. Our girls got a side of fries and they were $8 which is crazy to me (no cheese, no toppings). Overall was highly disappointed. Was a waste of $150. It's a shame because it's a great location but the service lacked as did the food.

The restaurant!

Coconut shrimp

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Upstairs deck.

Tackle Box Tavern

3.7(70 reviews)

2.4 mi

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All always goes well The Dive bar to Dive in…read moreBeen going here for about 6 years My go to place after the beach Anytime for a cold one. Couldn't recommend enough

The low down: Tacklebox Tavern is definitely a no-frills beach bar -- busy, casual, cheap beer, and…read moreCASH ONLY! It's a fun little spot with indoor and outdoor seating right off the beach if that's the atmosphere you're looking for. The place itself has a great laid-back beach-bar vibe however the attitude behind the bar just didn't quite match it. The 3 star rating is primarily based on that fact. We took a weekday trip to the beach at the end of July and were pleasantly surprised to find Tacklebox Tavern open late on a Sunday night and it was karaoke night too! The bar was fairly busy for a Sunday, with a fun mix of locals and travelers and an age range that seemed to go from early 20s all the way into the 60s. The crowd was friendly, the drinks were cheap, and the atmosphere was exactly what we needed for a fun Sunday night at the beach! My biggest complaint was the service. The bartenders consistently seemed annoyed and irritated, and at times it felt like simply ordering a drink was an inconvenience to them. I completely understand that working behind a busy bar can be hectic, but the attitude was noticeable enough that it took away from an otherwise really enjoyable experience and was mentioned by multiple patrons. A little more friendliness behind the bar would have made this place a home run for us.

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View from the back porch

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What a beautiful little oasis in Beaufort! The service was great, we arrived a little early for our…read morereservation and were able to be seated right away. They have inside where we ate and outside dining options. One issue that we experienced was that some people eating outside were bothered by the bar next door whose smoking patio was nearby. But to the important part, the food. My wife and I had an app, fried pimento cheese pucks in sweet chili sauce. One suggestion for them, instead of two pucks maybe make like 6 balls like Dunkin' munchkins. The delicious crispy outside might go better with the softer pimento cheese but they were wonderful! Onto a small plate of some of the freshest seared tuna I've ever had over a bed of sobu noodles. Then it was the sea and shore large plate of a petit filet and our choice of scallops over some Gouda mashed potatoes. Sumptuous. Thank you Chefs!

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Went with some coworkers on a weeknight and they were able to accommodate the 8 of us pretty…read morequickly (no reservations are taken). Staff is very helpful and courteous. The food was brought out nice and hot and cooked pretty much to perfection. The chocolate cake desert was delicious too. Being that it was a weeknight it wasn't too crowded and the ambiance was nice and quiet, tables were clean and presentable, we were a set up short but the staff were quick to get the place setting to us. Drinks were great too no complaints there either. This place is certainly a great option if you are looking for something not too touristy and want to have a nice night out in Morehead City I would definitely suggest giving this place a try.

Really cute place with separate bar and dining area. Dining area has sit at oyster bar and plenty…read moreof quaint seating. Scooter was a really good server. Prime rib crostini was very tasty, Honey pecan shrimp was sooo delicious. Potato puree very smooth and flavorful. Brussels sprouts were beautiful and delicious.

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Nice local establishment with excellent creative drinks and outstanding food. The grouper was well…read moreprepared and delicious. Very fresh and moist. The chef here really knows what they are doing. The drinks were creative and fun and it's my understanding is that they rotate out frequently. The service was excellent and very attentive.

This was a wonderful first time experience at Blue Moon Bistro! We had a quiet table for two on the…read morefront porch to celebrate our 25wedding anniversary The jalapeños brisket egg rolls, scallops, Burrata salad and Blackened Grouper feature were all amazing!! Our waitress Amber was also attentive and genuine. We were very pleased with every aspect of our time. We will definitely be back!!

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I stopped in looking forward to dinner and patiently waited about five minutes for a seat at the…read morebar. While I was waiting, I overheard the bartender say, "These people are standing here looking at me." As a customer waiting to be served, I found that comment unprofessional and unwelcoming. Waiting guests naturally look toward the bartender because they're hoping to be acknowledged and served. That interaction immediately made me feel unwelcome, so I chose to leave rather than stay for dinner. First impressions matter, and unfortunately this one ensured I won't be returning.

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