45 Best Vegetarian Restaurants near Newport

“TOT has always been the spot for my friends and I to enjoy food, fun and laughter. They have been so good to us! We have never been discriminated against ever! Best food around! Best bartenders around. We love TOT !!!!“

“The food, our waitress, the decor was all perfect. Our first time there and will certainly go back when we are on our way to Morehead. Hannah was great. My grandson recommended it and it was spot on.“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you’re looking for great food served with salty air vibes and a whole lot of coastal charm, this spot in Morehead City, NC is an absolute gem. 🌊🐚 From the moment you walk in, it feels like vacation—laid-back, welcoming, and full of good energy. The food? Always on point. We make it a rule to try something new every visit, and somehow it never disappoints. Fresh flavors, generous portions, and that kind of cooking that makes you want to sit back, relax, and stay awhile. What really sets this place apart is the family-friendly atmosphere mixed with unbeatable beach-town vibes. Whether you’re local or just passing through, it’s the kind of place that makes you say, “Yep… this is why I love the coast.” Great service, amazing food, good vibes, and a true Morehead City coastal feel. We’ll be back again and again—highly recommend! 🌴🍽️✨“

“My wife and I were here last night for our anniversary dinner, second time dining here to celebrate. I cannot say enough how impressed we were. From the warm greeting we received the second we walked in to the speedy seating, to the cozy atmosphere . The wait staff was wonderful, informative, and friendly. The food? Incredible! Lobster and crab dip very tasty ....the Scallops were truly amazing and fresh cooked to absolutel PERFECTION. Tuna, amazing . Veggies, perfect. Everything was hot and served very quickly. To top it off the owner took the time to speak with us at the end of our dinner. He was incredibly nice and educated us on seafood. One of the things that really speaks volumes about this restaurant was him and the fact that the waitress told us later it's a wonderful place to work and the staff is treated well! That's rare to hear. Great job by all and we will be back“

“Ordered Italian for family at Xmas and the service excellent“

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

“Delicious food, friendly service! I love that you can come as you are and walk up and order fine restaurant quality food at a great price! Wishing you the best season ever! We love that your home is AB!“

“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!“

“Came to Newbern from Greenvill and then found this gem on maps and drove a couple of miles away from Newbern to try it. I have to say it has been a long time since I came across a good Mexican/Hispanic restaurant. The food, the service all of it was top notch. Really enjoyed the food, every dish tasted unique and flavorful. Consider me a fan and will be visiting again soon“

“Hole in wall the new york vibe pizza place in north carolina. that serves the best pizza ive had in the last ten years here in north carolina. great crust not soggy the pepperoni is the best a little spice ads great flavor. large pizza doesn't fit in box as a true new york pizza should be. come and get all the things here...“

“Every time we are in the area we have to stop for our cupcake fix, they are the best I have ever had! This time however we also grabbed a cookie now we will be coming for cupcakes and cookes!! They are a MUST try!!! Service is always great and friendly!“

“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!“

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

“DELICIOUS
Great atmosphere, love the graffiti, the Rules of the House are hilarious. They season the chip with yummy goodness. The queso was the perfect dipping consistency. Food was delicious. Eyes were bigger then our stomachs ( but I think that is the theme there, hahaha)
Will definitely go back for a new flavor.
Had the Asian Pulled Pork , Honey Truffle Buffalo Shrimp, Crazed Beef. And Cheesesteak“

“The fabulous bartender Ty at the Barnacle freshly grates nutmeg in Painkillers ifkyk“

“Absolutely delicious and wonderful service. Very accommodating to gluten s sensitive diets. And… the rice. Nom! Get you any cheesecake offered. You won’t be disappointed. We go quite often and try something new every time! Rose petal cheesecake is my fave cheesecake to date!“

“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.“

“My favorite place in NC since the first time I walked in the door. Such nice folks, fantastic beer selection, dog friendly, and friendly clientele. Home away from home.“

“Delicious pizza and cheese steak.“

“Taste of napoli was such an authentic experience. The waiter was very helpful and knowledgeable, a true italian. The wine was imported from veneto and had such a great flavor. Overall the food was fresh and superb, down to the olive oil. The food came out quickly and hot. 100% recommend.“

“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“

“Such good food and great people!! I love this place“

“The shrimp burger is amazing and everyone was so friendly!“

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

“Nick, Sabrina and the crowd are the absolute best. I love Roma Pizza!!!“

“The food is great. You can’t go wrong in choosing anything on the menu!! Staff is friendly and attentive!! Great place for breakfast, lunch or dinner!!“

“WOW... I have been hesitating to try this restaurant.... mistake!!! Should have tried it A LOT SOONER. This will be my new go to weekly rather than the Mexican restaurants I normally go to and been disappointed at for a while. Food was amazing and service very good as well. Excited to try other food here I've never had before. Definitely worth a try and especially with prices comparative or slightly lower than the local restaurants.“

“We love Havelock Waffle House!“

“We eat here at least once a week sometimes twice a week. We love our server and our food is always exceptionally delicious! It is always clean, tidy with a great happy atmosphere.
We enjoy the music ( we are senior citizens😂🤣) our favorite place to eat in Morehead City!!❤️“

“I am amazed this place is not packed with lines out the door. We come in for vacation and always try a few new restaurants every trip. This place is what I have been looking for. Absolutely great food and generous portions. Such friendly staff. Will definitely be back every trip“

“The staff was awesome!!!!!“

“Wide variety of food. Portions large. Food was good for the most part. Orange chicken which is usually sweet with just a little spice was HOT 🌶️🌶️ This is my youngest sons favorite but he was unable to eat due to how spicy it was.“

“This is an addition to a previous review from a year or so ago. I now live in the area, and have found that the service and food is just as good as when I was in AB as a visitor. It is winter-time yet the food is still top notch and the service outstanding. My mother loves the Three-C chowder which is chunky, creamy, and chock full of seafood (I had to get in my 3-Cs!). The shrimp dinner has an ample portion of shrimp and the sides are a nice addition. Burgers are cooked as you ask, and tater tots make it an awesome meal. The wait staff in here are incredibly friendly, efficient, and personable. I still highly recommend On the Rocks as the food is delicious and reasonably priced, and the service is impecable. These ladies are awesome! For a great place to eat during the winter as well as the busy season, I will continue to go to On the Rocks.“

“The food here is always excellent! especially the pizza. I have had both normal crust and gluten free and both options are very good! The service could be better so that is why I always order take out. However, the food is always great! I definitely recommend.“

“This is the best Asian food in Havelock. I love this place and the people that work there.“

“This was my first time dining at Musashi! The wait staff was attentive and very kind (so sad I didn't catch her name, wonderful woman with short brown hair). The food came out quickly, but not too quickly as I had ordered everything at once. The sushi was delicious. I will say, the salad had quite a bit of dressing, but it's not a big deal! The steak was cooked perfectly to my liking and the shrimp was amazing, not over cooked! 10/10 and I will be returning!!“

“One of our favorite spots to grab a beer and a bite to eat when we come to Atlantic Beach. 10/10 would definitely recommend!“

“I recently found out I am now allergic to mammal yet I already eat a restrictive diet. The staff were very helpful in helping me make a selection. I am very grateful because it has been a struggle this week navigating these new restrictions.“

“Great food and service never been disappointed“

“Restaurant shout out! Casa San Carlo Morehead City wow!! What an amazing experience!! From the moment we walked in until we walked out! Our serve was so kind and helpful with suggestions (which we took and everything was beyond delicious) We started with the fresh mozzarella lightly breaded and fried with a marinara sauce, that was to die for, with fresh grated Parmesan and what looked like julienne marinated tomatoes. My husband got a lobster ravioli in a pink sauce and I got the tortellini with mushrooms, prosciutto, and peas in a creaming white sauce. Everything was an explosion of flavor. The chef came out many time to check on us to make sure we were enjoying everything. I loved the genuine connections and hearing all the talk in the kitchen. Everyone who came in after us, I could hear all the employees greeting them as if they knew them like family. This restaurant feels like coming into a family dinner and delicious food. I wish we had come here earlier. Before we left they gave us a card inside an envelope that says “no peeking”! It could be a gift card towards our next meal, a free dessert, appetizer, or bottle of wine. It says we can use it in the month of April. We will be coming back to see what is our surprise! Thank you to the team at Casa San Carlos! You gave this couple a fabulous experience! It was a long overdue date night for parents of newborn twins!“

“Beautiful view of the water. Great food. Friendly staff.“

“beautiful atmosphere. nice music . relaxing. excellent food“

“They have an amazing hibachi bar where you pick all the food you want and then they cook it in front of you. Also they have a good amount of sushi options, fruits, salads, and a ton of other food. They also have ice cream cups and give you a fortune cookie at the end.“

“The staff is extremely friendly. the rooms are a bit outdated, but the service that you receive makes it well worth it. the views are unbelievable because you face the ocean and it is wonderful. you also have the balconies with the microwave and a refrigerator and a safe if you need it. so overall the hotel is wonderful. however, the restaurant rising tide the service is awful. their rejection of people just because they're not buying anything to sit on their property is unreal. I recommend you eat elsewhere, stay at the hotel and find you a different restaurant to eat. four corners is a wonderful restaurant for breakfast and lunch. rising tide is awful for breakfast and lunch or dinner and it's extremely expensive“

“Always a great place, an authentic Mexican restaurant. Love the blend of flavors and the freshness of the food. Recommended it highly!!!“