37 Best Vegetarian 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!“

“Came to New Bern for the weekend as a family with my husband, teenager and mother. We’d read reviews and picked Morgan’s for dinner. It was amazing. We had good service (thank you, Mika), the atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the wait was less than we anticipated. My salmon dinner was so good- still thinking about it. 😂 My son said one of his favorite trip memories was his hamburger and the fact that the bun wasn’t soggy. Portions were generous; some of us had leftovers. And the croissants were such a sweet starter. Recommend!“

“Good food, friendly staff and nice atmosphere. My husband and I went on Thursday night for dinner as we have many times in the past. My only complaint was everything was overly salted. We removed the breading from the calamari, his tuna didn't have much flavor only salty. My crabcakes were as good as always! Maybe they should cut back off on the salt, you can always add more at the table.“

“Scott was absolutely wonderful. Great service, easy to talk to, and great conversationist! Wish I could have a server like this at all restaurants. Is an absolute great asset to any business. Had a great experience due to the service!“

“Drinks were on the table within 2 minutes of being here! Food was great. Our waitress was amazing never had a empty cup!“

“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.“

“The best pizza, cheese sticks and steak n cheese subs we have had! Been several times love it always stop in whenever we get this way!“

“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.“

“This is one of my favorite places to order lunch during my work week. The food is great and my order is always ready when they say it will be!“

“We love Lawson’s on the Creek and eat there frequently.“

“Seriously the most delicious tacos I have ever had in my whole life. 100/10.“

“Had a lot of fun for music bingo on Thursday nights!“

“This is the best Chinese food around. You have got to try the crab ragoon. The chicken and broccoli or sesame chicken are also really good for a meal. I like to get lomein instead of fried rice. The lady that rings me up is really nice and if u try them I guarantee you’ll come back“

“Bestie & I specifically came to New Bern to geocache & I had 2 places in mind for lunch and luckily for us, the other spot was closed. I say luckily because the brisket burger we both had has to be one of the best tasting, and juicy, burgers I've ever had. The truffle fries arrived hot and delectable. What makes this burger special is I do not care for any pink in my burger and most folks will testify it drains all the flavor and juices out of the burger. That was NOT the case here. I requested the 257 sauce be OTS & replaced with mayo. Julie asked if it would be ok if the mayo came out in a ramekin, which I said would be fine. Most times a server won't take that extra time to ask that & Julie got extra points for that. Prior to our burgers I ordered the ham & herb focaccia & it arrived hot, crispy on the outside but soft and pillowy, like lying on an edible down comforter. The vinaigrette that accompanied the bread was a delightful dip, sweet & tart at the same time. To finish our lunch off we had bread pudding. Y'all, if you're ever on the fence about having it after a full meal, get it. The bread was so light it was unexpected. I made sure to leave room for dessert & because the bread was so light, I ate almost my entire half.

The vive here was low key but classy. We were in the side dining room with only a few other diners & it was like being in your own living room.

Julie was one of the best servers ever. Attentive but not hovering. Always there to refill our waters without asking, personable and friendly but respectful and as she handed my card back she pronounced my last name correctly. She gets extra points for that as it doesn't happen often.

All in all, I would come back to New Bern just to dine here. I told my husband it was so good I wanted to return soon for dinner with him or maybe brunch so we can try the breakfast pizza.

Thank you Julie, chefs, bussers and side servers. We had a great time!!“

“Love this place. We go for the soup and sashimi my girlfriend can eat (she can't eat rice). I used to go for the udon noodles, but ever since i found it i have been getting their katsu bento boxes for the variety. You get the main dish, dumplings, fried rice, a soup or salad and a roll! I always get a spicy salmon roll om the side and we usually get edamame (so much better hot!). Love the whole experience! For both me and my girlfriend with the apps, a la carts and entres we usually spend about $60. They have cheaper lunch specials, but you get smaller portions. Highly recommend!“

“No ambiance whats so ever if you get the regular table. Ordered a hibachi shrimp and hibachi chicken. Shrimp did not taste fresh and chicken was bland. Rice was also not good.

Sushi was below average. For the price that they are asking none of it is worth it.

The hibachi room seems to be the reason why people come here because other than that its dead.

I have visted plenty of hibachi's and this is the bottom of the bottom. Never coming back“

“Thai Angel has the best Thai food I’ve ever had. I love the cashew with chicken. Their sauces are light and do not overpower the dish. Everything always tastes fresh and is cooked perfectly.“

“Just now leaving an 8 person lunch. If ur thinking about going drive faster. jk. Drive appropriately. The fries are amazing. The burgers were cooked perfection. Shout out to the beautiful person in the back cooking. Jojo was the sweetest! Mix drink on ur mind? They got the means. 3 adults, 3 kids, and 2 toddlers recommend u go now.“

“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.“

“Ate here with a dear friend yesterday. Food was delicious! I got the steak hibachi. My friend got the steak and chicken hibachi. Both were fresh, hot, and delicious! Gyoza was also ordered. What a delicious appetizer! Never had them before, but I'll definitely have them again! The restaurant was clean and the drink station was well stocked. Simple dining area. Plenty of parking available. The restaurant is very close to Hobby Lobby and Academy Sports.“

“Had a delicious lunch and the service was wonderful!! The staff and owners are super friendly and I highly recommend dining with them. I’ll definitely be back!!“

“I’ve been living here for 2 years now and this was the first Chinese restaurant I tried and I haven’t gone anywhere else! Quick service, lady up front is always friendly and fast, food is always spot on and absolutely delicious. Wouldn’t recommend anywhere else!“

“Wife thought the Hibachi style shrimp & steak was very good, and loved the white sauce for dipping.....the perfect delicate fried soft-shell crabs as an appetizer. While my Chicken Pad Thai was tasty, it lacked any spicy edge whatsoever and had minimal peanuts and no veg at all. So many ways to assemble pad thai and this wasn't nearly zippy or complete enough for my taste. Not bad, just not my preference. this was our first but will not be our last visit.“

“My wife and I enjoyed her birthday lunch today. What a great restaurant! Wonderful food! Fast, friendly service! My wife and I grew up with REAL Italian food, with Italian being spoken in the kitchen. This restaurant offers REAL, great Italian food. Thank you for making my wife’s birthday very special.“

“Excellent dining experience, we have been here many times and it is always great. On this occasion it was a Saturday night within an hour of their closing ,You know some places when you show up in that last hour you get that we're getting ready to close service and food, not here! Our server Leslie was amazing, she treated us like we were the first customer of the day, in no way did we feel the slightest bit rushed. Good food, good prices, and good service. This is one of the few places that still offers all three!“

“We’re new bern natives and we come to Mario’s often. They are the real deal. My family is from NYC so I feel qualified to say this. My son and I had lunch here today and he said “This is the best pizza of my life.” He literally says this every time we come here. Hot tip: ask for the cordon bleu pizza. It’s incredible.“

“Not sure the name of the manager but she runs a tight ship. She's awesome, keeps the team motivated, and even deals with crazy customers who come in complaining about the wait with absolute decorum. Plus, I'm pretty sure she dressed up as Link on Halloween so that makes her even cooler. Thank you for a great experience!“

“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!“

“This is the best take out Chinese food in New Bern, NC. When you pass by you think, “I wonder if that’s any good?” Well I’m here to tell you, it’s fantastic!!! If you like Asian food , live in New Bern, and are searching for a good place…try Chinese Express!!!“

“Maybe a bit of misunderstanding in the beginning but I got the beef and broccoli with crab Rangoon’s. The pork fried rice is the best I’ve had . And as far as the beef and broccoli most places give you 3-4 pieces of broccoli with super sweet sauce but not this place . The sauce is perfect and plenty of broccoli. Very good , thank you“

“Always great service and fabulous food! Large portions and good prices. This is our favorite Mexican restaurant !“

“Lunch at 37th today. It was delicious!!! Service was friendly and prompt. Could not have asked for a better experience. We have been coming to New Bern for a few years now and 37th is one of our go to places. We will be back!“

“It has been a year since we last ate here. We refused to eat at a restaurant where they charge you 50 cents for a tiny side of salsa. That is poor customer service. We decided to try them again, and again was extra charged for items and a lack of willingness to compensate for a server’s error in taking the order! Tiffany charged $3 for toast on my wife’s order, even after we said that my wife would instead just eat the toast which came with my order as I wanted a waffle. Once it was brought to their attention, they still refused to take off the extra $3 charge. These smoke and mirrors tactics to make sales is bad form and poor business practice.“

“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!“

“This store has been hit or miss over the last few years. This morning, my wife and I had a great experience. The food was delicious and hot. Our waitress and her trainee were happy and helpful. The hostess was even helpful and in a good mood.“

“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!“

“Came from Belhaven North Carolina used to go to Applebee's in Greenville North Carolina until they're close!! Got the Swiss burger and fries great service very clean bathrooms and great food 10+its Military Friendly 🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷 I love my visit and I shall be back for more!!!“