Restaurants in Kinston

“Great food everytime”

“My husband and I live local and decided to check it out today and the bartender was extremely nice and informative when I asked about certain beers and the outside patio was great. I loved the scenery and took some really nice pictures. If you like aTap room, you should check them out!”

“I love your layer salad it's the best salad I have ever had just need cumber and tomato I still love it the best I have had in 62 year thank u I will be back and I love those potoes to they are the best u are closed when I get off work Electrolux love u to thank u again”

“Great little spot for that old country feel. I've only lived in the area a couple of years, but we have come to enjoy this little spot. Always fresh, great attitudes, good food and the atmosphere just makes it better. Stop in and get you a foot long or a good little hamburger. Also they occasionally have a vegetable soup which hits the spot on cool days.The only downfall is pulling off the road. Watch out for the potholes!”

“Very cool place to eat! The staff was friendly. We were greeted by three employees with smiles. The restaurant was very nice and unique. We got to pick our own table and everything looked clean. We ordered the Greek pizza, calzone, chicken tenders tossed in wing sauce, bacon and cheese fries, and some wings. The best food to me was the chicken tenders tossed in wing sauce. It was amazing. I would suggest that the bacon cheese fries have more cheese on it, and melted over more of the fries. An awesome touch would be to add some chili to the fries as well. The waitress was prompt with the food and made sure we had enough plates to share. It was a nice experience. It was a little pricey but worth it. The Greek pizza we ordered was the small size, but was plenty for us to share. I would definitely come back here to try other items on the menu. ? ?Be blessed!!!”

“Service was terrible food ok”

“Really good food! We met friends half way between our house and Raleigh at this place.... My husband had the fried shrimp and french fries. He said it was very good. The shrimp was cooked perfectly. My girlfriend and I shared the Rangoon, eggrolls, onion rings, and grilled shrimp and everything was awesome.. her husband had the catfish and french fries and it was a very good serving size and he said it was very good!!!! The owners were very accommodating, letting us sit and chat for over an hour!!! if it was closer we would definitely go back because I would really want to try their Boils!!!! Resource several people get them, and they were looking and smelling very good!!!!”

“Some of the best mexican food I’ve ever had. I came here on my lunch break. My table and booth was clean!! Service was fast! Will be back & bringing people with me next time.”

“My husband had visited this place numerous times and sent me pictures of his fancy cocktails so when I was in town I wanted to go. It's a tiny little place, about the size and shape of a train car. When we walked in the bar was packed three deep. There was a street festival going on outside and the bartender was absolutely slammed with people ordering drinks and beers to go. Because of that all the drinks were being served in Red Solo cups -- so much for my pretty cocktail. Oh well, I'll just have to go back! I ordered the Bucked in Mexico and it was absolutely delicious. So good. The atmosphere was great -- lots of friendly people, music fitting to a saloon and a nice little outdoor area.”

“The food is delicious. The restaurant is always crowded. I love to eat the homemade meals.Parking: There is on street free parking, and a large off street parking free.”

“I really love the cheese biscuits! They are the best in town!! The only reason I gave the food 4 ? instead of 5 is because they deep fry the bacon. Which I am not a fan of. Other than that it is really great!”

“Best place in Kinston to eat.”

“The perfect little corner sandwich shop, with prices reminiscent of the 1990's ?I stopped on my way through town because of their sign advertising hot dogs... They were perfect! With just the right amount of toppings, too! If you're ever in the area, drop in here for a take out bag. You won't regret it.”

“This was the first time coming and it was an amazing experience. The spaghetti with meatballs were fresh and delicious. I ordered the extra meatball but was not needed. I had enough for lunch the next day and still amazing. The marinara sauce was rich and flavorful, perfectly complementing the tender and juicy meatballs. The pasta was cooked to perfection, al dente just the way I like it. The portion size was generous, leaving me satisfied and looking forward to enjoying the leftovers.The next day, as I opened the fridge to find my lunch, the aroma of the meatballs filled the air, making the anticipation worth the wait. I heated them up and took a bite, and they were just as delicious as the lunch before. The flavors had intensified, and the meatballs had soaked up the sauce even more, creating a heavenly combination that was irresistible.As I savored each bite, I couldn't help but think about my next visit to that amazing restaurant. The quality and taste of the food had exceeded my expectations, and it was evident that they took pride in their culinary creations. The friendly staff and cozy atmosphere only added to the overall dining experience.I will definitely be returning for another meal, eager to explore more of their menu. Perhaps next time I'll try their other pasta dishes. Whatever I choose, I know that it will be great.”

“First time we had ever gone. We meet family and friends from out of town there to catch up. It was a Thursday night so not too busy. We were able to order pizza from across the street and they delivered it to our table. Mother Earth’s Tap Room has QR codes at the table to see their options. We decided to order a growler to share. We were told we could not drink it there. We got it anyway and a full pour of Long haired freaky people an Irish red ale. I’m not a big beer drinker but I did like it. I have tried many of their other beers and my husband enjoys their whiskey. Definitely check it out if you are in the area.”

“Super nice environment. Everyone was super happy and cheerful. Their refreshers are super good as well as their bakery items. Beats middle grounds by a long shot!”

“Experience Middle Grounds coffee house for a quiet and relaxing atmosphere, friendly customer service, flavorful lattes, and delectable pastries!The attendant was very friendly, helpful, and courteous. She used her barista skills to efficiently hand craft my delcious Decker latte, and she packaged my pastry in a cute little brown bag! I was very satisfied with my purchase and the experience!The establishment is clean, (including the bathroom) and comfortable. The decor is very unique, with dim lighting, it adds rustic modern vibes. The music is also great addition; it gives a positive inspiration to the experience! Seem like a great place to relax, or work on your laptop, or meet a friend for a beverage and/or pastry.Parking may be hard to find if it's super busy in the area; there are a few spots to parallel park in front of the establishment...there is a side parking lot; however, most of the spaces are assigned to Lovick's Cafe until 2pm.”

“If I could give more than 5 stars I would. We were lucky enough to dine at Chef Vivian Howard’s chef table. The entire experience was magical and the best overall dining experience we’ve ever had. The dishes were all unique and fabulously executed. Her passion for what she does is infectious during the time with her. Thank you for such a wonderful time.”

“This was our first time eating here and it won’t be our last. We both got cheeseburgers and if you want a burger that taste homemade, this is the place! The staff was exceptional and friendly! Everything tasted homemade! The cookies are to die for! Worth every penny!!!”

“This local Waffle House is beyond any normal restaurant. They have plenty of staff, friendly service, that's quick, and delicious. We are always impressed.”

“This was a fun spot--the change to mix both Chinese and American cuisine. My group decided to do a bit of both. We started off with a few seasonal drinks and wonton appetizers. Service was great, considering we had people staggering in throughout the meal. Between the group, we had a bit of everything--egg drop soup, fried rice, ribeye, blackened salmon. Overall a pretty good meal.”

“Great place to eat”

“This is a great place to take kids for a quick treat! They have so many toppings that it's hard to choose!Dietary restrictions: They have no sugar added flavors that are just as delicious as the regular. They also have fruit and nut options for toppings.Kid-friendliness: It's very kid friendly and they offer kids a cup when you walk in. (The kid's size cup is kids only.)”

“We randomly picked this place to eat at last weekend. Man, did we luck out. This place looks nice and is pretty clean, has great food, and even better service. We went back a couple of days later with our kids. Once again, the food and service were amazing. We'll be going back a lot more in the future!”

“I took this picture because I wanted to have something to show for the review. I would have taken one sooner but the Kings Court Panini was so scrumptious!At the time when this photo was taken I had about two bites left. Shout out to Queens Creek Deli!You came as a strong recommendation from my coworkers!I travel for work and I enjoy being able to try local restaurants. I didn’t know what I wanted and the cashier made the perfect suggestion!I will be back!!!”

“This place is a hidden gem! The owners of this place did a fantastic job of putting this place together. The bartenders were knowledgeable about mixing drinks, and the prices were decent. You definitely need to check this place out!”

“The food is good. Fried fish and chicken is dropped fresh which is really good. The only item that I wish were different are the turkey wings in brown gravy. I’ve never seen that before in the South. The wings taste good but I’m not fond of the gravy. In my opinion it would be cooked in cream of mushroom, cream of chicken, or have a natural gravy.”

“To my full honesty of my rate for this Chinese take out, they deserve an excellent rating for their cooking performances. I had lomein noodles with beef and shrimp combined also with mild spicy sauce. I can tell with my taste bud after trying their lomein, they put in a lot of effort and cultivation with the strong texture of the noodles and mild sauce. Personally, I can never stop slurping my noodles from enjoying it so far. The Dumplings are my favorite appetizer. So far this version taste like homemade! They fried it really well which is another excellent rating! The owners were also very friendly and gave good hospitality from being a new customer and first time trying their take out food. It even amazes me that they even have a drive through option for pick orders. Most other Chinese take out business commonly don't have drive through as an option. Normally when you order any To go, or pick up orders, you park your car and do a walk in. My recommendation for finding any Chinese food takeout with drive through, go to this place. Their cooking taste like homemade!”

“4pm on Saturday. Ordered two pizzas. Took about 20 minutes to get it. Both pizzas were very good. Cheese was a nice mix and had a nice brown color. Crust was the perfect thickness, crisp on the outside, soft in the middle. Great flavor, decent service, decent price.”

“Bonus spins is a good place to go to try an make some extra cash best to go on a day they are running some sort of promo, on Monday if you put$20- on you get 15 extra for free”

“Stopped in for lunch. Nachos were fantastic. Collard Balls were different and interesting, tasty. Brisket plates with collards and pepperjack Mac n cheese, delicious. Hard to tell when they are open from the street, try the door and go on in.”

“The girls who work there are so sweet and the food is always the highest quality. They always make my food quickly and it always tastes great. Would absolutely recommend stopping byVegetarian options: I got a veggie delite sub and it was one of the best I've ever eatenKid-friendliness: The girl working was so sweet to my son and even gave him a sticker when he asked”

“I haven't been to a taco truck in a while, but i have to say that these were some of the best tacos that I've had in a good minute.Everything was cooked great. The marinated pork and chorizo tacos were magically delicious.”

“I’ve been about 5x now, the food is cooked after you order and I love that!!! I live about 10 minutes away from this place and everytime I get home my food is still HOT… nice atmosphere. Really good burgers and fried okra!”

“Since Gage has taken over management my husband and I have seen the best improvement. The food quality is top notch and the staff goes above and beyond. Over the years we’ve had an average experience going out to eat here but it was nothing special. Now we find ourselves wanting to make this our usual spot and we will be going back very soon.”

“Everything about Smith's is amazing. The food is absolutely delicious. The spare ribs are fall off the bone tender, and the shrimp is the best around. The other food is yummy as well. All the employees are sweet and treat you with that good ol southern hospitality.”

“The craft beer was refreshing and the patio was lovely to sit on. I enjoyed looking at the artwork on the walls inside around the bar. The bartender was nice and quick to our order. I love the name of the place and they give free stickers.”

“Consistently good, flavorful and hot every time I've eaten from there. I highly recommend the Super Hibachi Entree with the shrimp, steak, and chicken ? No longer can find in since COVID. No delivery that I'm aware of. Prices are reasonable. No breakfast served at this location.”

“This is the place to go to get real authentic Mexican items, that tend to be local favorites. The owner and their children help take care of the place and they are wonderful people too. It's been a pleasure coming here anytime we needed something, like certain spices you wouldn't find in the average grocery store. It has a hometown feel to it and get to know these people as I have and you will be rewarded immensely. These are good people to be friends with as I am happy to call them great friends.”

“Cakes and cupcakes are wonderful. Darlene and her staff can bring your designs and ideas to life just like how you want it. You will fall in love with the designs and the taste of the cakes. Never been disappointed with her bakery!!!”

“Fast tables, great service, and by far the coldest beer in town. You can quote me on that indeed. Not very busy but the patrons that do go there on the regular are the salt of the earth. Their hours aren't correct because it's the bartenders discretion on what time is closing time based on occupancy. Get there early! Always closed on Sundays. Cheers!”

“I was pleasantly surprised to find a restaurant with such delicious food in Kinston. They have a lot of options in the menu and it is so difficult to choose one because all of them look amazing. I ordered one thing but could try from the dishes of all my friends that ordered different things and OMG all the dishes were delicious ?. The atmosphere is nice and the service was good too. ? recommended. I’ll be back.”

“I enjoyed eating here. I usually order it through dood dash, but decided to eat there with my family. We were even able to get a buffet trip to go for another family member who couldn't join us at a reasonable price.”

“The steak sub was so good! I ordered a small steak sub with everything except lettuce. It came with a bag of Lays chips and cost $8.00. Get napkins! It's a juicy sub and delicious!Next time I'm in town, I'm trying the wings!”

“Celebrated my 50th Birthday here with a GREAT party! Great atmosphere. The Dj kept us dancing all night. There is also booth rentals,bottle service and we had two live performances! Great place to have a few drinks,shoot some pool as well as great place to host a party!!”

“April and Michelle are amazing. The crowd here is fun and "spunky". Surprisingly, only because it's bar food, they have the most AMAZING fried raviolis I've ever had, and mind you I don't like fried food . It's worth a shot to stop in!”

“The Lady that took my order was very helpful to me, very nice and the sweet and sour chicken was very good. I will go back to try different things. I really appreciate great service. Thank ”

“Great service.”

“The staff is great from the hostess/ cashier to the sub makers. This is one dining spot where I'm always greeted with a smile! The seating/dining area is in need of an upgrade but that is no reflection on the staff.”

“Nice and clean but the managers need to hire more help only one person working alone. And lobby is full of people waiting.Dietary restrictions: I watch what I eat to control weight”

“Consistent quality of food for a fast food chain. Mobile order and they bring it out nice and hot.Parking: Place is almost always packed, so I mobile order mostly.”