Great food. Long wait. Show up early…read more 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.

Everything was really good! The biscuit was soft and fresh, the bacon was cooked perfectly, and the…read morecinnamon roll was sweet and delicious. The home fries had great flavor and were definitely one of my favorite parts of the meal. Would definitely come back!

This is one of my favorite places in Carteret county. By far the best breakfast around. Kelly cooks…read morea perfect egg. I do over medium and it is always cooked to perfection. The wait staff Jennifer and Brittany are so sweet and friendly. They always remember what I drink and order. Never an empty glass. Angie at the outside bar makes great drinks and the atmosphere is so fun. Sitting on the covered porch at the outside bar on the beach. You can't get a better location if you tried. They are very dog friendly. Dogs are allowed on the outdoor porch. If I could give them 100 stars I would.

Favorite place to get breakfast. They have a lot of options, our favorite being the Dolly special…read more Classic diner breakfast food with good flavors. They've added some cool varieties (Benito special) that are delicious as well. Staff is very attentive. We've had Brittany as our server several times, she's really nice. We highly recommend eating here!

We stopped here on our way out after a Labor Day weekend at the beach, and let me tell you, the…read morealmost 30-minute wait was totally worth it. The moment we arrived, I felt like I had accidentally entered a time machine and landed somewhere in the 1990s. Numbers for wait management? Being called by your number? Classic diner-style seating and service? Even the checkout experience had strong "please rewind the VHS" energy. And honestly, I loved it. The food was fantastic. The shrimp and grits were amazing, especially with the buttery toast. The chicken sandwich was absolutely on point, and the waffles were perfectly crunchy and delicious. Now, the 3% credit card fee did try to bring me back to 2026 for a moment. But after that food, I think I can emotionally recover. If you're anywhere around Emerald Isle, Atlantic Beach, or Indian Beach, do yourself a favor and stop here. Come hungry, be prepared to wait a little, embrace the 90s experience, and enjoy some seriously good food. Would definitely come back. Just don't ask me to explain what a VHS tape is.

A nice local diner, the kind that makes you want to come back again. Good and speedy service and…read morethe serving portions are good. The coffee is solid and they make the bacon crispy, the way it outhit to be. Note there's a 3% surcharge for credit cards.

So happy with my experience this morning. My friends asked me to stop here to get her usual coffee…read moreon my way to work.. so I got myself a coffee and a breakfast bowl with brisket. Let me tell you, such a delicious breakfast for only 10$! The customer service was impeccable I got my food and coffees so quickly (less than 5min). If you want a laid back environment with yummy food def stop here on your way to the beach or downtown mhc!! Always a pleasure, thank yall!

We can't say enough good things about this place. On a spontaneous stop, we were thoroughly…read moreimpressed from start to finish. The brisket tacos were outstanding--tender, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. My wife's BLT wrap was equally impressive, fresh and well-executed. I also enjoyed a Coffee Martini that was expertly made. Every item we ordered was delicious, and the staff provided excellent, attentive service. If you're in the area, this is a must-try. Highly recommended.

Marmalade is located in Morehead City, NC (my new fav city). It is a busy cafe shop but luckily…read morethere was open seating available. The decor was so nice and although busy, they made sure to clear out tables and ensure everything was clean & tidy. This place is more of you order your food and find your own table. They will call out your name and you raise your hand, they will bring it to you. I ordered regular coffee and a bacon egg and cheese on a plain bagel. It was delicious! Staff were great and attentive. My food did take more than 20 minutes to make but once arrived, it was worth it. Found parking right up front. The bathroom was my fav. I know odd thing to note but it was something I HAD to note it lol will def return back to try out other things on their menu!

I am putting the finishing bites on an everything ham and cheese croissant, and I wish it would…read morenever end it's so good. We have 2 boxes of baked goods we are circling like vultures because it's all beautiful.

Amazing food and service. Phenomenal fresh fish and rotating food and drink specials. It's a small…read morerestaurant so I'd definitely make a reservation! On top of the food being great, the staff are what makes this place really special. They are so friendly, kind, and make you feel like family.

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.

Very friendly staff and a great spot to grab a drink. Came in for a caffeine fix before walking the…read morehoop pole creek trail. I got a peach black tea but there are many coffee options with a variety of flavors.

Great little coffee shop on in Atlantic beach. I've gotten a few things visiting here. A cold brew…read moreand chai latte are my favorite. My friends have gotten their cinnamon bun. They said it was very good. The cold brew was nice and smooth with good rich flavor. The chai latte is very good rich cinnamon flavors well balanced against the milk. Service is very friendly and nice.

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!

We went to discover the place. It is a nice set up. We like very much the big number of the small…read moreplates going from $11 to $25. Diversified and well presented. - Crabe cake: pretty good but missing citrus coleslaw so a 7/10 - Brie with pepper jolly: probably the one we appreciate the most of the 3. Could have more toast though. - sesame seed seared tuna : good, 8/10 Overall the idea of trying many dishes is probably the most valuable option here. A little remark about our waiter is that we were not cared for but we were at the bar so that might be the reason.

Only issue is trying to choose among the amazing variety, fresh seafood, and friendly service…read more Finished my plate, bought the shirt, and felt the joy served here. Hope to see you here soon.

Absolutely amazing breakfast spot. Even on the Fourth of July, when the restaurant was completely…read morepacked, the staff went above and beyond by saving a table for us. That kind of kindness and customer service is hard to find. The waitresses were some of the nicest, friendliest people we've ever been served by. They were welcoming, attentive, and made us feel right at home despite how busy they were. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was great, and the entire experience was outstanding. If you're looking for incredible breakfast and genuinely exceptional service, this is the place to go. We'll definitely be back! We started going here the first day in vacation and we only went to their restaurant because of how kind, welcoming and generous these people could be. This is the best breakfast place ever. I mean the prices are great and incredibly cheap.

We tried the Beaufort Café for breakfast one morning. They have the standard breakfast menu. I…read morechose the western omelette with hashbrowns and it was perfect. The portions were large, and the breakfast very good. This is a no fuse, no bells and whistles quick stop for breakfast kind of place. They offer free Internet access and invite you to bring your laptop if you need to get a little bit of work finished.

Great cafe for breakfast, lunch or snacks! Super friendly staff and yummy treats. Adjacent to…read morewater front.