It has lots of local artists represented here - from pottery, cards, plaques, Christmas and Hanukah…read moreitems. The prices range from medium to high. Take a peak and see what they have. You just might find something!

This is one of the best American craft galleries in America. From blown glass and ceramics to…read morejewelry paintings and gifts. The store is full of great treasures to remind you of why North Carolina art and culture is so special.

Fun risque stuff that is perfect gifts when you're looking for something perhaps a little off…read morecolor. Or on color. Or just something unique that probably isn't going to show up in your search results. You need a rubber chicken. Or a glow-in-the-dark alien. Or a raccoon bobble head. Funny socks. Funny metal signs. Yeah, all that and a lot more. [Review 18895 overall - 3379 in North Carolina - 2418 of 2022.]

This is one of my favorite little stores to go into in the cute downtown area. They also host he…read moreNewbern Ghost tours and you can get tickets here. I always find fun things to take home here. Of course they have awesome Halloween stuff this time of year as well!

It was a great store with everything made in NC! Love the candies, chocolates, sweatshirts and…read moremore! So adorable so fun you can find something for sure. I bought some candies to take home to the family!

I'm really not sure what kind of souvenir shop is only open for 4 hours a day. I was visiting in…read moretown for FIVE days - each day I just happened to be too early or too late. Hard to schedule a day around such a tiny window of opportunity to visit this place. Save your money for a place with normal business hours.

Cute little gift shop promoting New Bern's Swiss heritage for over 30 years. Owned and run by a…read moreSwiss native and a well traveled military retiree. Good prices, knowledgeable information about the area, a good place to find city memorabilia.

Great merchandise, especially the jewelry that hosted the Larimar stones from the Dominican…read moreRepublic. Quaint New Bern boutique. A must visit while in this town. Super gifts for friends and loved ones! The 3mployee that assisted us while shopping was a plethora of knowledge about all things in and out of the shop.

We wondered in here because the sunflower caught my attention. It's typical of most stores in this…read morearea but good typical not boring typical. They have beautiful jewelry and unique decor. The prices are fair and the employee was helpful and nice.

Great diverse collection of many things you will want, and even things you will need! Great…read morecollection of New Bern swag. Even cigars and wine. And some lovely outdoor furniture we ordered for our porch. Quality brands. Helpful staff. Credit to the owners/managers for their lovely style and inventory strategy.

From the owner: As one of the most unique retail stores in Oriental and New Bern, we carry top of the line designer…read morebrands. Our keystone vendors are: Columbia Sportswear, Merrell, ExOfficio Sportswear, Spartina, Tervis Tumblers, Tyler Candles, Tilley and Ultimate Hats. Our store features it's own shoe shop with Merrell, Spring Step, Rockport, Olukai, Rainbow, Columbia, Sebago, Vionic and Crocs brands.

So many eclectic things in this store. I don't even know where to start describing it, so just get…read moreyour feet moving in this direction, and come on in to walk around and browse. There were a couple of pups near the counter, residents of the facility, so if you don't like K9's or are afraid that they'll hump your ankles while you're browsing the wares, you should probably wait outside while everyone else has fun in this store. There is an upstairs, up the stairs, and it's mostly horse related stuff and not in my size. We ended up walking out (after paying) with a few things that we couldn't live without.

This place has a variety of things, not just clothing. It's more of a gift shop and clothing store…read more They had shoes, shirts, jackets, etc. They also had a section for horse related merchandise. They had camping supplies, BUG SPRAY!!! (including natural bug spray), travel items, jewelry, postcards, and many miscellaneous gift items. The bug spray was a lifesaver though!

Cool spot! Nice souvenirs that aren't the same junk you find everywhere else- I got a sweet…read moreChristmas tree ornament based on one of the New Bern bears I'd seen while walking around. Cashiers were super friendly (maybe everyone in New Bern is friendly!). They also had a lot of regular hardware store kind of things, so could be nice for locals. Would recommend!

Throughout years of travel with my wife, this spot was one of the most unique antique and vintage…read moreplaces we've been. It was clean, organized and smelled wonderful

Please don't bother.... Ok. Food not good. Ordered" Pork Porterhouse". Thought a nice chop with…read moreApple chutney and squash on its way. Two very dry pork chops. Apple and corn syrup maybe a teaspoon and white potatoes gratin. Tried to muster thru the dry chop because I was hungry. Left the second chop on the plate. Why did the menu not reflect this? Service. Poor guy. Apparently has never waited a table ever. Ambiance none present.

Service was lacking. 1 hour wait for food when other tables came in, ordered and were served as we…read morewaited. Food was not hot . Food was good otherwise. Drinks were well made and well priced.

Sarah C Ross & Shaun Ross from Simple Life Home Decor captured EXACTLY what I wanted when they…read moredesigned my custom dresser! Every detail from the rich paint color, fun & funky hardware, delicate stencils and elegantly lined drawers was not only stunning, but simply PERFECT! Run, don't walk to get on their list for furniture refinishing and custom one of a kind pieces! Thank you a million times over!

From the owner: Welcome to Simple Life Home Decor! Creating and designing has been a part of our lives for a very…read morelong time. After 25 years together, we have been given an opportunity for a simpler life post-military retirement and we wish to share our joy with others. Through repurposing found goods, furniture refinishing and creation of items from our beautiful home state in North Carolina, Simple Life strives to create products that bring joy to your home. Our items help remember simpler times and the importance of home being where your family and heart are. Our business has been family created and you’ll see more of us at market booths, vendor fairs and out searching for our next projects. We are currently available by appointment only. Contact us to refinish your next furniture piece - we will even find it for you.