Restaurants near Arapahoe

“Husband and I had an anniversary dinner here , he is still commenting on the dinner we had. Service here is all around fantastic, the presentation excellent . I have introduced several of my friends from out of town and not one bad comment. Several have posted their comments. They have something for everyone's taste and they certainly go out of their way to make sure there customers are happy.. a small towns treasure this place is!!?”

“The best BBQ in ENC! Always friendly and so delicious.”

“Amazing food! Extremely nice people! First visit 2/3/26. We will be back!”

“Awesome subs, the old fashioned subs that are made in the grill, with grilled onions. They also have regular cold cut subs. They bring your subs to your table and keep your drink cups full. The sweet tea is great, but it’s real sweet tea. I get mine cut down a little, and they are happy to work with you.”

“I highly recommend Shimoda! It's our go-to restaurant after church on Sundays. Their food always comes out quickly and tastes amazing! Best sushi in the area. The owner & staff are always kind and make sure guests have everything they need.”

“Awesome place! The food is excellent,the employees are excellent! Sweet Annie lives up to her name! 💜💜💜 I totally recommend the iced chai latte with regular ice cubes and cookie butter cold foam. The chicken salad. The blt. Any of the muffins lol.”

“Exceptional pool hall! One added benefit is being connected to the club, so there’s always fun to be had. Great atmosphere, great drinks, and overall a wonderful experience. Can’t wait to return!!!”

“Good every time we go. Salsa and bean dip is on the table shortly after you sit. The menu has a good variety. Barbacoa is the best, it's hard to find lamb in restaurants, so this was a real treat!”

“My toddler and I visited today for the first time, we will definitely be returning for another delicious meal and the friendly service! Highly recommend for a quick, easy, and delicious meal, right in havelock!”

“Pho Van is our favorite restaurant in the area. Food is very tasty and fresh. They have a great selections and prices are very reasonable. Highly recommend trying it if you haven’t.”

“This is a must everytime we come to Oriental.”

“I absolutely Love this place every time we eat here, the food is Amazing. The staff is very nice. Definitely nice to have a new spot to eat.”

“Very enjoyable experience, good cold beer and really good pizza. I am looking forward to ordering one of their personal pan pizza. Note gotta order one of those in advance takes 45 minutes to cook.”

“Everything is always great!”

“We tried the the cyo rice bowls and both my husband and I loved them! Great food portions and amazing pricing. Wonderful couple running the business. Definitely will see them again!”

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely wonderful experience! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with a warm welcome that made us feel right at home. It’s clear this is a family-owned local gem that takes pride in what they do. The panini and soup were both outstanding — fresh and flavorful. Highly recommend stopping by if you’re in the area and want great food served with genuine hospitality!”

“Had breakfast there this morning. Was not disappointed. Great food, Service and atmosphere.. Thank you..”

“This restaurant delivers a genuinely authentic Incan dining experience, with dishes that reflect traditional flavors and careful preparation rather than watered-down interpretations. The ingredients taste fresh and well-sourced, and the menu shows a clear respect for cultural roots, from seasoning choices to cooking techniques. Service is attentive without being intrusive, and the overall atmosphere supports the food rather than distracting from it. It’s the kind of place where you can tell there’s real intention behind what’s being served, making it an easy five-star recommendation for anyone looking for something both high-quality and culturally true.”

“The food, service, and price are great and they have a different menu compared to the other restaurants in the area if you're looking to mix it up. We should probably broaden our horizons and try other things on the menu, but we are stuck on the papusas and stuffed jalapeñosfor now.”

“In town for a three day bicycle ride and stopped here (local brews are mandatory stops).
Small space indoors with a variety of seating, lots of seating outdoors. A variety of brews on tap that were pretty darn good according to my husband. Friendly staff. Dog friendly.”

“First time there, went with my wife and 2 good friends from out of state and we Loved the food. The server was great and helpful. The food we ordered came fast and tasted very fresh. This was our first but will go back again. 100% Recommended.”

“My favorite local restaurant. Family owned Havelock Tradition. This family friendly, 3 generation, easy on the budget, delicious food, kind service, restaurant is truly worth your visit. It may be the longest lasting family owned and operated restaurant in Havelock. That speaks volumes to their quality and service.”

“I have been there several times with my wife and my daughters. And my grandkids.
Everybody who was there was nice and friendly. The staff and the other customers.
Yes, a lot of bikers go there. But they just people too. They will show you the same respect you show them. Never seen a fight break out there and never had a bad time there.”

“Ate supper here tonight, food was delicious and service was excellent!”

“The Beacon has the best protein shakes and teas! Yesterday I went in for my favorite shake, the orange creamsicle, and when I went to leave, my truck had died. I was invited to sit in the cool shop and wait, and it was so calming and peaceful! Just one more thing I love about my little county. 🥰”

“My first visit here and it was beyond amazing. The restaurant was very clean and the seafood was some of the best I’ve ever had, and I’ve eaten a lot of seafood.”

“I have eating at Sara's since she opened. He menu is one of the largest if not the largest menu in New Bern. everything I have ever eaten at Sara's is delicious. The meatballs are large and delicious, and I love the marinara sauce. Service is always good with a smile. and I don't know of another restaurant that earned 100% from the NC Health Department.”

“Best Turkey subs & soup!! Highly recommend stopping by if you are ever in the area.”

“First time going, and the staff were so helpful with telling me all the various products. My tea was absolutely delicious! You wouldn’t even think of it as “healthy” with how good it was! Will definitely be back!”

“The food, service and atmosphere were all even better than I imagined! 5⭐️”