Great food. Long wait. Show up early. I had some sort of Benedict that had grilled shrimp fried green tomatoes on a biscuit with poached eggs, and it was simply delicious. Great food. Long wait. Show up early. read more

Great seri e. Food is delicious as always. Get there early or you'll have a 45 min to hour wait. Worth it though. read more

The Banks Grill - French toast with rum bananas, grits and bacon. - Seafood Near Me - Morehead City, North Carolina

Our absolute favorite meal on our entire vacation at Banks grill was from here. The menu has items that are unique. We had a very hard time deciding what to order. So we decided to be pigs and order EVERYTHING WE WANTED and share. We were so glad we this. The beignets... Holy hell. Wow. Sticky bun. Sigh..... the Island French toast with perfect bacon. Mmmmmm. Creamy smooth grits made for the gods... yeeeees. And the delightfully flaored chicken fingers perfectly pairer with other breakfast or lunch items. The relaxed ambiance is the perfect place for brunch while your on vacation at the beach. I wish we had gone here first instead our last day of vacation- we would have eaten here EVERY DAY. Banks is a gem!!! read more

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Brunch Perfection! I finally know why this diner-type restaurant is so popular and highly rated. [[HIGHLIGHT]]From the minute we walked in, it was clear that these folks have perfected the restaurant experience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Staff were all so friendly and so proud of what they are accomplishing for us. 100% sanitation. From what I can tell, everything is made in house. Even the steak sauce that came with my Steak & Eggs Shack, the side of queso I got to go with it and the hot sauce on the table. Hot tea is served with maple syrup if you want to sweeten it. Coffee is kept refilled. Food is outstanding. The biscuits are huge and surprisingly light at the same time and come with whatever daily spreads they have made for them. They are known for their grits. For good reason. Sis loved her Chicken and Waffles too. Portions huge. Inexpensive. What's not to love??? read more

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Breakfast was amazing Service was outstanding [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was very busy this morning, gets a little loud with everyone in there talking and having a good time.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

The Banks Grill - Seafood Near Me - Morehead City, North Carolina

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Nice little place to grab breakfast.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It gets crowded at peak times so be prepared.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service is good and the food was on point! I had the breakfast quesadilla and it was awesome! read more

I have wanted to try this restaurant but they are always so busy! I now know why. The food and service are wonderful. I also know why they have been awarded the Best of the best many times! They have flights of Mimosas that are yummy and shareable.. My food and my husband's was delicious and everything I saw come from the grill looked scrumptious! I would highly recommend even if you have to wait! read more

Absolutely love! Expect a wait but totally worth it. They make home made jam and big ass biscuits. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They now have a back room for coffee and alcoholic breakfast drinks for your wait.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The grits should be world renowned. They need nothing. No cheese or butter. They are perfect the way they are. Everything on the menu is wonderful, the hardest thing will be picking your meal. read more

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Awesome staff!!! Super nice and friendly with awesome grits!!! The grits are definitely southern and not Yankee and gritty. Everything is super delicious!!! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Cute place and simply fills that breakfast belly!!![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]This was a quaint little spot.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We went there Sunday afternoon, and there was a long wait, but if say it was worth it. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There were more people waiting outside than there were inside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] So if that tells you how good the food is, I don't know what does. I did enjoy my breakfast, and even picky eater Isabella found something she liked on the menu. The staff was nice, and pleasant. 2024-18 #349 read more

Spur of the moment decision to come here and I'm glad we did! Amazing food and service. Everything is homemade - jam, biscuits, queso, you name it! Service was quick once you got a seat, they have a cute mimosa and coffee bar around the corner while you wait for a table. Very well run! I got the special, Baja Bowl with grits and biscuits. My husband got the Banks Omelet. 5/5! read more

The Banks Grill - Baja Breakfast Bowl with Grits. - Seafood Near Me - Morehead City, North Carolina

We visit Morehead twice a year and Banks is always on the list of places to go. The food. Is always good and the server is attentive. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance is nothing special but the grits are the best we have ever had and we love in the south.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Thanks to them. Try the island jam, so good. read more

You can't go wrong with shrimp and bacon in an omelette! And the pimento cheese really just sets it off! The biscuits here are some of the best I've ever had, and the homemade island jam ) pineapple mango and orange) is so good! read more

The Banks Grill - Banks omelette - Seafood Near Me - Morehead City, North Carolina

fast service even with the place packed out workers where friendly low price for the amount of food and taste. read more

The Banks Grill - Seafood Near Me - Morehead City, North Carolina

Loved our breakfast!!! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Service was super friendly and the place is spotlessly clean.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The meal itself was exceptionally good. I got an omelette with grits and my husband got chorizo & eggs with a side of bacon. I'm so glad that the waitress advised me to taste my grits first before putting anything on them because they were perfect as-is. My omelette was fluffy and delicious and my husband's meal was one of the best breakfasts he's ever eaten. I was able to snag a piece of bacon off his plate and it was crispy & flavorful. Oh, and I forgot to mention the biscuit - yummy! Even if you are not staying nearby, this place is worth a special trip. read more

Love their breakfast!! Especially the omelette!! The owners are great people and the wait staff are very friendly.

Simply the best Grab a cup of coffee at the sandbar while you wait Pancakes burrito breakfast sandwich omelette all hits read more

Overall a good place to eat breakfast. Local establishment with a decent breakfast menu. It is a typical breakfast spot. I would eat here again but didn't have or see anything in the menu that would make me go out of my way to come back. The service was pleasant and friendly. read more

The Banks Grill - French Toast - Seafood Near Me - Morehead City, North Carolina

I wish I could give the Banks Grill 10 stars for two reasons. 1. The waitstaff. They get first place because they're the heart and soul. Not only was our waitress attentive and friendly, we watched them all interact with the clientele. Everyone was so warm and personable, truly above, beyond, and genuine. 2. Our food was incredible. I put my diet aside and went for the Land and Sea Benedict. It was a seasonal special. No regrets. It was ridiculous and I mean that in the best way possible. (See picture). My hubby had the pancakes and they were also really good. I was so obsessed with mine, I forgot to take a picture. Also, the tropical mimosa was great. Highly recommend. There will likely be a wait but the time was just as predicted. Just do it.. you won't be disappointed. read more

The Banks Grill - Tropical Mimosa - Seafood Near Me - Morehead City, North Carolina

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The Banks Grill was an unexpected pleasure! [[HIGHLIGHT]]They have a great coffee bar spot that is available while waiting for table.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] All of the wait staff were kind and attentive and the food was great! It's definitely worth a stop for a homemade feel. read more

Well when in Morehead city and wanting a great breakfast, this place is hands down the real deal. Service courteous, kind and quick. It is the bomb. read more

I've lived here for 7 years and had never been here! I was missing out! The service was great. The place was very nice and I loved the decor! I had the Grande Burrito and it was fantastic! My love had the country fried steak and he liked it but it wasn't his fave. Needed some more flavor, but it's usually topped in gravy and he didn't have the gravy so I'm sure it took away from the overall flavor. The owner's wife, Ellen, came by to check on us as well and chatted a bit. Super sweet lady! We will definitely be back! Hoping they have the tie dye shirts back in stock by then! read more

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I am visiting Morehead City from the Detroit area and was brought here by my friends. The food is amazing, and the portions are HUGE! Every single employee is extremely friendly! [[HIGHLIGHT]]All around great place![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Love the banks grille. The food is amazing. They take the regular and put a spin on it. The only draw back is the surcharge for the eggs added to your bill. Egg prices have gone down. read more

this breakfas/lunch place is awesome. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Sometimes you might have to wait for a seat but they have plenty of outdoor seating and an indoor lounge you can wait in.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] All worth it because the food is amazing and waitresses are always in a great mood. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Inside it has a great vibe With paintings and decorations.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] High recommend read more

Brunch was fabulous! I think I already reviewed this place but get whatever the waitress recommends and make sure it includes a biscuit! I had a biscuit/gravy/benedict situation. So good. read more

Another great visit to Banks today! "T" was our server & she was fantastic! Food was amazing as usual! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance was actually quite calm during lunch today.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Not too many people but I know it gets busy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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This is our 3rd time visiting The Banks and we loved it. Food is great, large menu with a lot of choices and the service is great, we have actually had the same waitress every time Also ypu can't go wrong with a cup of coffee or a mimosa while you wait for your table!! We will be back our next trip down! read more

The Banks Grill - A Peach Mimosa - Seafood Near Me - Morehead City, North Carolina

Went here for breakfast with a group of 7. We got there around 8ish. Told we had a 20 min wait and it was about 45 mins. Didn't catch the name of our server but she was great! She was very attentive. We never had to wait for a refill of our drinks. The hubs ordered the French toast with sausage. The French toast comes with an order of fried banana with Rum sauce. The banana with that sauce rocked!!! I ordered two eggs over easy with bacon and the grit fritters. The eggs were great and the fritters were delicious. The bacon didn't really have a whole lot of flavor and very little salt in it. The inside of the restaurant has a casual beach vibe to it and the cost is $$. The bathrooms were clean and decorated in cool beach colors. They also sell tie die t-shirts and regular t-shirts with their logo on it. read more

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Delicious. Breakfast or lunch. The pancakes were delicious and today I tried their Baja steak tacos. Yum. The black beans and rice were delicious too. Service is great too. Can't go wrong here. read more

The Banks Grill - French toast with sautéed bananas and bacon. Delicious. - Seafood Near Me - Morehead City, North Carolina

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I got the chicken and waffles, the chicken was okay but it was chicken filets which was odd but not that bad, the waffles were so sweet it was nearly inedible. The combination was not good either, left very disappointed after a 40 minute wait. read more

We visited Bank's and had a great Breakfast Experience. Fortunately on the day we were there, no wait was wait, we were seated and drink orders taken. The Biscuits and Gravy are Top Notch. The Grits are AMAZING! The BEST service! We were served by "T", and she never missed a beat! We have found a new place for breakfast! Give it a try, you won't be disappointed! FIVE STARS‼ read more

This is one of our GO TO places when we are at the beach. Every single time we visit, they knock breakfast so far out of the park and the service is excellent. It's tucked away in the corner of a busy shopping center, but don't let that deter you from going in! They offer MANY different things on their menu and have wonderful daily specials. We ordered the build your own omelet with home fries, The spicy fish with tomato gravy/eggs/home fries and 2 mimosas. Their servings are so large, you have no chance of leaving still hungry. Everything was flavored perfectly, and my husband discovered the heavenly flavors of true southern tomato gravy! Their mimosas were just okay, but still were worth a try. The entire staff is ALWAYS kind and cordial, even if the place is slammed. Prices are MORE than reasonable for the portions you receive. I'm already looking forward to visiting the next time we are down that way!!! Also recommended::: their biscuits and sausage gravy!!! read more

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Food is AWESOME!! Service is great, great beach ambiance..HIGHLY recommend!! Every thing is amazing read more

The Banks Grill - Bacon egg (over easy) and cheese - Seafood Near Me - Morehead City, North Carolina

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Amazing food!!! Great mimosas! Do not miss! Everything we had was amazing! The pecan cinnamon roll, the beignets, the burrito, chicken and waffle and chicken breakfast sandwich read more

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Delicious! Homemade jams, mimosas, giant biscuits. Everything was so tasty. Will be back!

When I think of beach breakfast, this place will now be at the top of the list. Upon recommendation from a family friend, we came here for breakfast and it did not disappoint. The island French toast was amazing, and the biscuits and gravy with eggs was great too. Any place that has a nice, heavy coffee cup to drink from is a good place in my books. The service was good. Not too many tables inside, but they do have tables big enough to seat a large family. The ambiance is very laid back - slightly reggae with a beach mural painted on the wall. We will return when we're back at the coast. read more

Yum. Sweet girls and good cooks. The French toast is to die for. Ask them to toast it twice.

This was a complete surprise!!! There was a long wait both times I went BUT well worth it!!! Good, salt of the earth people in this restaurant. Food, atmosphere and severing staff was excellent. I visited July 4th weekend for breakfast by myself and a second time with my son. My meal was so wonderful I had it TWICE!!!! The Lighthouse Breakfast will forever be a reason to return again!!! The Lighthouse Breakfast - 2 XXL biscuit half's topped w/2 Mom & Pops Deviled Crab Cakes, w/2 fried over-medium eggs, topped with creamy tomato gravy, cheese grits read more

The Banks Grill - The Lighthouse Breakfast - Seafood Near Me - Morehead City, North Carolina

The best breakfast I have had anywhere in the Morehead City/Atlantic beach area. Everything was fresh and flavorful. You can tell they take pride in making quality food and service. read more