24 Best American Restaurants near Newport

“We had a delightful lunch on the way back from Pine Knoll Shores. So glad I drove a little extra to give it a try. I will be back.“

“Great food, staff, and atmosphere. The food prices are very reasonable as well. if you haven't been, go!! You won't be disappointed.“

“We stopped in to pick up some BBQ and sides to take to the condo. The BBQ was yummy. The hush puppies were good. We enjoyed the Cole slaw. The potato salad could use more seasoning but it was okay. I wouldn't recommend the banana pudding, kinda disappointing. We sure wish they would add some green beans and potatoes to the menu.“

“Had the Stromboli sandwich wife had the buffalo chicken sandwich and as great and the prices are people friendly!“

“Super great food and great people! From catering to dining in, always delicious and highly recommended.“

“Stopped by for lunch today. Great place for a quick lunch. Service was excellent and the hotdogs were good. I recommend you try them. 👍🏾👍🏾💯💯“

“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!!“

“We visited this place yesterday after seeing other positive reviews and were not disappointed. Upon arrival, we considered leaving because there were no parking spaces in the front. But after driving around a little more, we realized they had plenty of parking behind the restaurant.

When we entered the door we were disappointed to find about 20 people waiting. Some were sitting and standing in a little lobby area at the door and others were in a line along the wall leading up to a greeting booth. We got in line and were pleased to see that it moved quicker than we anticipated. The only negative thing we experienced was that we didn't see any signage and no one told us their process for getting seated. We noticed people passing us to get seated and figured that one of their party members was in line holding a spot for the group's. However, when we got to the front of the line, the hostess asked us what number we had. We told her we didn't have a number so she handed us one and said it shouldn't be too long. A gentleman behind us experienced the same thing. He had been waiting in line behind us. When two other men walked pass and the hostess questioned them concerned their desires and told one of them to go on in to the bar area, I heard the man question how they were able to get served before him. I informed him that he needed to get a number. He was obviously upset, but took it like a champ and didn't complain.

Once we were seated, we were greeted almost immediately for our drink orders. She was very attentive to us, got our food to us in a timely manner, and the food was very good. We will return to this place when we're back in town.

The staff members are very efficient here and I've never seen anything like it before. I don't know if someone is watching the cameras and directing the staff or what, but I observed that once a person was seated, most were greated within a minute. Then once they got up from their table, staff was clearing their table within a minute. It was as if the staff was watching around the corner just waiting for someone to get up.

But one of the things that which impressed me the most was the customers care I witnessed from a man who appeared to be a manager or owner. A waitress accidentally spilled a drink and it splashed up on a young boy. I couldn't make out what the manager said, but almost immediately someone came to help the waitress clean up the mess and he showed concern for the boy's health. They gave him some napkins to clean himself and after a while, the manager returned to check on him again. This time he joked with the boy and asked him if he was paying the bill for his family. The boy replied no because he didn't have any money. The manager said you can afford this bill because it's free!“

“Went to the roof top bar last night for dinner and drinks. Atmosphere was so relaxing and nice cool breeze ad well as views of the beach. The dinner was delicious and I highly recommend the garlic cheese curds. Ken our bar tender made us amazing tasting drinks, any drink we asked him to make he knew how and they tasted great. If your out about in Atlantic beach I highly recommend you stop and check it out, you won't be sorry.“

“I really enjoy the meatloaf with the mashed potatoes! So delicious.“

“tried the jumbo sandwich for the first time ever and sheesh I ain't never had a breakfast sandwich that good 20/10 recommend it“

“This place hands down had the best fish tacos in the area. It was such a chill spot and an absolutely gem of a spot if you have kiddos. The Buffalo shrimp were to die for and no joke … the ranch really was life changing! Thanks for serving such amazing food with a family friendly atmosphere.“

“The flounder & oysters were good, the blonde waitress was very nice , place was clean , friendly atmosphere. Would recommend you trying it if you or ever in the area .“

“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!“

“Enjoyed an excellent breakfast, we ordered off the menu vs the buffet, it was 2 good plates, well presented and prices were reasonable compared to other hotel restaurants I’ve been too.

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“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!“

“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“

“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!“

“Had a wonderful Thanksgiving buffet today. Food was amazing! Staff was friendly and welcoming. Overall, a great time.“

“Thanksgiving meal perfectly prepared with great attention to detail. This is exactly how takeout is supposed to look. 5⭐️“

“Consistently the best wings we have ever had great food cold beer.“

“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!“

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

“Can never, ever order your food without them cutting you off, assuming what you're gonna say They literally every time I'm in the middle of ordering my food Cut me off and ask me if that's all or Make?
Me feel like i'm a burden to them. And have the worst attitude.“