Restaurants in Morehead City

“First time experience and it was phenomenal! Amazing customer service, even better food! Definitely recommend!!”

“I've been dining at both restaurants for years and enjoyed myself ,the food , and the staff! The food and sides at Morehead have a better flavor, taste better ,and the portions are much bigger. I ve notice that recently on my last couple times that the sides are much better at both restaurants. The mash potatoes in Morehead are so delicious. I wish that was the same case at the emerald isle restaurant. The Cole slaw is the best that I have taste recently. I swear if the food was as good as the sides have been lately I wouldn't eat anywhere else. SNAPPPERZ KEEP IT UP!”

“We had a wonderful evening at Circa 81 today! The food and staff are fabulous! Peter and Jared the reservation host were a pleasure! Thanks for everything! Loved the steak, pork Wellington, and sea food Mac & Cheese Tapas. We even had room for delicious desserts! 😉 The Fox family!”

“Great local spot, a true institution. Pizza is real NY style and run by the nicest guys. Far and away the best cheesesteak in the area. I feel bad for the people leaving a bad review since they wouldn’t know good pizza if it hit them in the face.”

“First time and by far the best seafood in the area. Will be back next year. Definitely make reservations we did not but was earlier enough and they seated us. Staff was so friendly and exceptional. Our server was a college student and he gave us some great food choices that did not disappoint. He was extremely a fantastic server. Food was beyond expectations. 10/10”

“This place is outstanding! Our yearly visit always allows at least one night for my husband and I to have drinks together. KID FREE! As we were passing by we decided to stop for a couple of drinks. Some of the best cocktails we’ve ever had!! The entire experience was top of the line. The atmosphere is so smooth and inviting. We hope to see you again next year!”

“We regularly visit PLM, usually on Monday and/or Tuesday nights. The staff is incredibly welcoming and always takes great care of us. The food is consistently delicious. We can't say enough great things about PLM!”

“Best fried oysters I've ever had!!”

“Hands down the best BBQ around! Staff here is great & always friendly. Restaurant is always nice & neat also. One of my favorite places. Five stars, highly recommend!”

“Vibrant, Authentic, Flavorful

Food so good I forgot to take pictures!!!!

If you’re looking for a spot that serves up a fiesta for your taste buds, look no further! This Mexican restaurant is a vibrant celebration of culture, complete with colorful decor and lively Hispanic music that transports you straight to a sun-soaked plaza in Mexico. The scenery alone deserves a standing ovation!

The servers here are the true MVPs; they’re always professional, friendly, and somehow manage to make every dining experience feel like a family gathering. I’ve dined here countless times, and I can confidently say that I’ve never encountered a hiccup—just smooth sailing and delicious flavors.

Whether you’re flying solo or wrangling the whole clan, the table options are perfect for any occasion. And let’s talk food: the menu is a treasure trove of choices! From classic quesadillas to sizzling fajitas and the show-stopping Molcajete, there’s a little something for everyone. Pro tip: kick things off with their fantastic chips and salsa, then take your experience to the next level at their salsa/ceviche bar—trust me, your taste buds will thank you!

Now, if you’re like me and have a soft spot for Birria Tacos with Consume broth, you’re in for a treat, but let’s be real—everything on the menu is a winner! And don’t forget to wash it down with a cocktail; the Top Shelf Cantarita is my personal favorite, but with a full bar at your disposal, the possibilities are endless!

In conclusion, this restaurant has all the right ingredients—great vibes, mouth-watering dishes, and a staff that makes you feel right at home. Dining here isn’t just a meal; it’s a fiesta! So gather your friends, family, or even that neighbor you’ve been avoiding, and get ready for a delicious adventure!”

“It was so good. Never had Mediterranean food before”

“My favorite place since I was a kid. It hasn’t changed and it’s just gotten better. We love the staff.”

“My husband and I decided to check this place out for breakfast during our visit in Morehead City. So glad we did!! . The breakfast was delicious! Prices were very reasonable. It was fairly busy and wait staff kept the place hopping!!. Busboy was on top of every vacant table and immediately cleaned it. Upon people entering the restaurant, there was always someone looking to provide seating. While we were there a party of eleven came in and within 10 min they were accommodated. Will definitely be back!!”

“This is the neatest little place. They have family board games, international snacks and the entire process is mostly self serve. We will be back!”

“great beer and fun bartenders. way better than the coastal place. This is your place for good beer and food in MC”

“FIVE STARS! FIVE WORDS! AWESOME!”

“Damn, reading these petty one star reviews make me so mad. I live 3 mins from HappyCake. They are AMAZING. If anything I would say these are a tiny tad too sweet for me personally but that is what Americans like. But i dont think these are too sweet for 99.9% of you all out there! So order away with no worries.”

“We needed some Scones for a Tea Party at my church last Saturday . They were very fast and efficient. They gave us plenty of food for a great price. I would recommend them for baking needs or just a generally nice place.”

“Everything is delicious! The butterscotch pie is a must to try! The eclairs are amazing! You need to stop in and give it a taste”

“We love rise and shine! They are always so sweet and helpful! Whether you want a mega tea for energy, protein shake, protein hot chocolate, protein snacks, dirty alani you name it she will make it to go with your healthy lifestyle! We have tried so much and love it all! She uses a clean product line that taste so good there is a lot of protein brands that I can’t stomach but the brand she uses is *chef kiss*!! Don’t know what you’d like? They help you chose based on your taste buds and goals!!”

“Great burgers-juicy and cooked to perfection. The onion rings were amazing!! Thinly sliced with a great batter!!”

“This is a favorite go to for us when we visit the area. Always great food and service. The fire roasted oysters are delicious. We look forward to the next time.”

“We vacation in Pine Knoll Shores every summer and make suuuure to get Dank at least once. We opted for delivery this year and all got burritos. Absolutely fire - hits every time. There is something for everyone and the portions are huge. If you're thinking about it, do it.”

“Highly recommend!!! The food and service were excellent!!! We will definitely be eating here again!!!”

“Had my first bagel from there today & it was DELICIOUS!!!!! & the customer service was amazing!!!! Will definitely be back!!!! 100000000000000 stars!!!!”

“Amazing food and atmosphere ❤️❤️”

“Cox has the best toast in the world! It is so good! I think it’s the butter. The staff is also extremely friendly.”

“We are here from PA and took our NC grandsons out to breakfast! Great!”

“Great atmosphere, great cause and amazing coffee!!”

“Highly recommend!! Food is delicious!!”

“Great place and great staff. Kelly worked the bar and our table; she was awesome. The food was really good, and the service was timely (fast). -Cookie”

“I’m partial to Moxie for personal reasons but even before both my daughters started working there, I frequented the shop. I love the teas and the atmosphere here. It’s refreshing to walk in and more times than not, see kids sitting on the couch studying and doing homework. Places like this are what our kids need. A safe environment where they can go to have a healthy drink, snack and spend time with like minded people.”

“Beautiful atmosphere & you can sit and look at the water! Friendly and fast customer service. I really enjoyed my hot chai latte & breakfast sandwich.”

“I had the sweet thai chili shrimp burger and it was amazing. Definitely more sweet than spicy. my boyfriend had a bacon cheeseburger and said it's the best burger he's ever had. the service was amazing and the atmosphere was very laid back. It was some of the best food we've had in the morehead city area.”

“By far, the best cheesesteak (with melted cheese whiz) in Eastern NC. Antipasto salads were excellent. I have NEVER had a bad meal from Loretta's!”

“Food was amazing. The service was outstanding. The only complaint that I had and they couldn't help. It was those people from Raleigh that wanted to continue to b**** about everything, and thanks to my second martini, I didn't give them a little bit of local redneck, and tell them to go back to Raleigh Like I wanted to, but Yep, Yep, it was an amazing meal. Great atmosphere.Great, everything we'll definitely be coming back”

“My friend and I just went there this evening. The atmosphere is pleasant and the beer is delicious. What made the evening even better was the owner was friendly and helpful as we didn't know that the kitchen closed early. He made our order and the food was delicious. Highly recommend you all try it out. I will find myself going back again because of this evenings experience.”

“Cashier(young lady) was working but seem like she had clocked out for the day in her mine. Ordered combo...received the chicken but every order did NOT have the chopped BBQ. Complain to General Manager and she made sure we were comp ensated. Visit there each time we get to that area...and will continue to do so...”

“The waffle cone was the best part of the sweet treat. The ice cream didn’t taste that fresh to me and the key lime pie ice cream taste like it has a ton of sand in it that’s scratchy. Nice and clean establishment but ice cream itself didn’t taste better than Hershey’s or Blue Bell.”

“Amazing food! Mike is such a generous host and all around nice guy! Staff is superb! Veal Marsala is off the hook delicious!!! 5 Stars... Highly recommend �”

“We enjoyed brisket as part of my birthday celebration dinner this evening. It was delicious! The NC red BBQ sauce was the perfect compliment.”

“This is one of those locations that I've been going to for years. Interestingly enough, they were not always a 5 star review, but here lately, everything has been delicious, good service, and clean.”

“This place is the yummiest Salvadoran food in town hands down!! So Authentic Homemade everything and we can all eat for 20$ Best tamales I’ve ever had. And tried a papuas for the first time and it was delicious. We will be trying more items on the menu!!”

“Great views! Great tasting food but not a large menu with multiple options. What we ordered was delicious. We would just have liked to have seen a few more options. View was extravagant. Beautiful establishment. Great service.”

“Delicious burgers, wings, pizza and sides. Pool leagues and tournaments weekly. Best dive bar in Carteret County.”

“Best shrimp burger ever!! Going tomorrow for another one”

“It’s the best!! Super fresh food- always friendly staff...well done!!”

“Pleasantly surprised. My last experience with Longhorn wasn't so good. This one was exponentially better. Got a ribeye, medium rare. It was actually medium rare and was melt in the mouth delicious. Cooked with butter, tons of flavor. Ceasar salad was great. Got the honey brussels, just so so. Should have gotten mashed or baked potato instead. Service was great! On point and very attentive. Total bill was $75 for three people, bit of a (good) shock for the quality of the steak. Glad I gave it another chance!”

“They are on summer hours now! 11am - 2am. First time eating at King Mac’s, and boy it didn’t let us down!!! Under new management now and the staff is awesome, food was even better! Can’t wait for a better weather day to sit on the rooftop patio. Already reserved a rooftop table for the Big Rock Tournament?? I wish…”

“Most underrated restaurant in Carteret County!! Outstanding consistent food and family service beyond compare. Try the Bow Tie pasta… you won’t be disappointed!!”

“Best bar in town! Jo is amazing, and the food is fabulous!”

“Good as always. Here’s where the fries 🍟 taste like real potatoes”

“Barista was very friendly !! She also made my drink perfect 👌🏼”

“Barista was very friendly !! She also made my drink perfect 👌🏼”

“We’ve been here a number of times and each visit has been wonderful. Food and service are excellent. The ONLY negative I have would be that it is not handicap friendly. No low top tables available. Love the atmosphere and the dining experience overall.”

“Yummy! Always great service”

“Absolutely delicious! The toppings are superior to other places in the area. I appreciate the diced ham and the real mushrooms. I'm not a fan of the dried ones. The guys working were super nice and the service was fast, especially for how busy they were.”

“First visit back in some time for whatever reason. I was impressed with the food quality and the service. Kirk was an excellent helper. I will be back sooner now.”

“I love JM's. Best subs anywhere. Done.”

“Excellent service and wonderful pimento burger!”

“We didnt take any pics of our food because we ate it too fast 😂
The house special pizza was perfectly cooked. Our wings were big and juicy, with tasty BBQ sauce.
Highly recommend 👌🏼”

“Today we visited for the first time . Great service , great food and outdoor seating facing the water”

“Our experience was great. The meal was delish.Our waiter was so good, very polite, welcoming, and great waitering skills. If I remember correctly, his name was Carlos. We were there Sunday after church on 8/18/24. Thank you all, but a super shout out and praise to our waiter! Very pleasant experience!”

“Fantastic Authentic cuisine!! Everything tastes so fresh and delicious!”

“This restaurant is currently undergoing construction. Hopefully it will be open again soon. Love Chick FIL A. Closest one to me. Need my fix!!!”

“In the past we have gotten hard unpleasant biscuits from KFC but the biscuits we received in our 2 piece meal today at lunch were perfect. Tender moist delicious. I thank the cooks for doing it right. We will definitely eat here again!!! Linda ”

“Being married to an executive chef, I’ve come to be spoiled, especially in terms of Italian food. This place was amazing. Everyone’s meal was perfection, awesome flavor, perfect texture and the portions were very generous. The service was superlative. And best thing, yet, the owner, Master Chef Carlo, was out and about and was extremely gracious and friendly. I would more than highly recommend this place.”

“We love this place! Great variety of foods. Sushi is even great! Usually just over $20 for 2 people which is a great price for everything they offer on their buffet. There's a little something for everyone here. Even took a few friends and they have become regulars as well. I recommend!”

“We ate at Southern Salt last night with a group of over 30 people. My wife made reservations a few weeks ago . GREAT FOOD ! GREAT SERVICE ! I highly recommend this restaurant. Thank you for making this meal one to remember.”