12 Best Vegan Restaurants in New Bern

“My Fiancé and I had dinner here celebrating our 10th anniversary this past thursday. We showed up slightly early for our reservation, they took us immediately. Sat us in a private intimate booth towards the back of the dining room. We ordered a bottle of wine (Freakshow). presented perfectly by our server Anna. (hopefully i spelled it correctly) who was amazing! She described the daily features gracefully and gave us time to look over the menu. We ordered the shrimp and grits appetizer. The grits were amazing... local, water ground, silky and seasoned perfectly. The shrimp were cooked proper and super hot. and the brown butter bbq was unlike any traditional bbq..so much better. The Chef came out to meet with us and recommended the Wahoo Oscar feature. Which we ended up ordering along with the 14oz Ribeye. The Wahoo was fresh as could be and cooked perfectly. Tasted like the ocean. Topped with a generous portion of lobster, a beautiful satin bernaise and crispy tempura asparagus, served over wild rice. That dish SLAMMED. The ribeye was charred beautifully and cooked to a perfect medium rare. The mashed potatoes were perfectly seasoned and had a nice hint of sour cream. Management touched our table a few times and made us feel welcomed and well taken care of. Everything was perfect. Right down to the espresso creme brulee with chocolate covered espresso beans. Total experience was 11 out of 10. We can't wait to go back! Thank you for being awesome!“

“Holy cow, this is one of the best almond croissants that I’ve had…and I’ve had a lot. Yesterday’s apple cruffin was delightful as well, and of course the plethora of cookies that we have tried. I would take a photo to add to my review but I already ate said croissant. 10/10 would recommend!“

“My first visit today was fantastic. The coffee was great, the Belgian waffle I had was great. Employees were friendly and all customers seemed to be having a good time. 10/10 would recommend.“

“Poppy's is in a great old building, the history of which I know nothing. Decor is quasi Americana-Vintage- Veteran owned perhaps? Food and service were spot on. I had fish and chips and wife had the shrimp basket. House made chips are a must-have. Shrimp are breaded with some house-made secret mojo that was delicious and unique to this place. I've been a coastal seafood diner for 25yrs and this is really good. This will have to be a repeater because their main claim to fame are their burgers and they looked amazing.“

“Absolutely delicious food and friendly servers! There were 6 for lunch. We had chicken & brussell sprouts, strawberry salad, 2 shrimp and fries, and two other entrees. All were delicious and huge servings!“

“My lovely wife and I have enjoyed the food & casual atmosphere at Ginza on 2 occasions. The food is very good. The service is good, as well. You'll need to remember to byob if you want alcohol. We took a bottle of wine to enjoy with our meal. Our young waitress was courteous, helpful, kind. We'll definitely be back to Ginza Japan.“

“The shakes tea and the aloe“

“Persimmons Waterfront Restaurant is a true gem! From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with a warm welcome and breathtaking water views that set the perfect tone for an unforgettable dining experience. The creative drinks and cocktails are a highlight on their own — beautifully presented, balanced, and bursting with flavor. You can tell the bartenders take real pride in their craft. The food is top-notch — every dish is thoughtfully prepared, fresh, and full of local flavor. Whether it’s seafood, steak, or something seasonal, everything comes out perfectly cooked and plated like art. And the service? Exceptional. The staff is attentive without being intrusive, knowledgeable about the menu, and genuinely eager to make sure you have a wonderful time. Between the stunning waterfront setting, imaginative drinks, and exceptionally crafted dishes, Persimmons is easily one of the best dining experiences anywhere in New Bern. Highly recommend for a romantic dinner, celebration, or just treating yourself to something special!“

“The food is absolutely amazing and the service is equally amazing. The entire atmosphere is great and it is one of my favorite places to eat!“

“So I only recommend Panera Bread because they have pretty good food and the team leader Dee-Dee has excellent customer service. I almost walked out today without ordering anything but she saved the day! ***However, the manager there is rude. They forgot a sandwich on Friday from a rather large order and they said they would write our name and number down and we could pick it up anytime. I went in today and placed an order for about $50 and then I asked for the sandwich to which the manager replied, “well if you don’t remember who you spoke to a week ago I don’t know what you want me to do.” Well first it wasn’t a week ago 👀 and secondly sir while I’m away training in the military and the first place I eat is Panera bread when I return to the USA the least you could do is replace my sandwich that YOU forgot. You have now wasted my time, gas, and money! Make Ms. Dee-Dee the manager the rating on this place would be higher.“

“Was quiet when I was there. Service provided by Kennedy. Fast and courteous. Will be going back.“

“We dined at Arturo’s on a Thursday evening during a recent visit to New Bern and were so glad we did. We were seated and served very promptly. The food was delicious! Our favorite dish was the Tres Maria’s platter. The chunky guacamole was great! If you’re in New Bern and looking for Mexican food served with a cold beer or margarita, head to Arturo’s!“