Restaurants near Pine Knoll Shores

“Sue makes the nicest variety of Buoys and even refurbished our originals with new rope and repainted. Love her pies too! Look for Sue right next to the church.”

“Lovely waterfront, family atmosphere. Food is super fresh and consistently good over numerous visits! Service is top notch, and they get highest marks from us for hospitality and cleanliness! You may experience a wait but they are very efficient and keep things moving at a good pace!! Most definitely the best restaurant in Salter Path :)”

“The epitome of fried seafood on the Crystal Coast!”

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 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! 🌴🍽️✨”

“FIVE STARS! FIVE WORDS! AWESOME!”

“Amazing coffee and food. Cute coffee shop with friendly staff. I really love this place. Best coffee shop in Carteret County. 🥰❤️”

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

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

“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.”

“It was the first time I've ever had fresh made waffle cone and it was delicious! Along with the blueberry cheesecake ice cream. YUM!”

“Some items are great, others aren't. I think they have really good smoked wings, tacos, and the fig prosciutto toast.
I was suggested by whoever sat us to get the devilled eggs. I have a feeling she was from up North because those were not any devilled eggs anyone I know would be making around here. Not because of the pickled onion or the bacon but the fact that the yolk mixture itself had zero flavor. I don't think they put anything in them but mayonnaise, I didn't even taste salt. I don't recommend those. Their house made PLM sauce is really good. The only thing I could label in it was mustard. I like the atmosphere.”

“Cinnamon rolls were to die for. Pepperoni & cheese croissant and ham & cheese croissants were delicious.”

“We had the best afternoon tea experience here. So many different varieties of tea, offered hot or iced. Highly recommend booking a reserved tea experience with delicious food and desserts. Perfect for a couple or a big party. Or just dine in for lunch with no reservations needed. You won’t be disappointed!”

“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!”

“Great hometown place to grab a good meal or even better ice cream with your loved ones. Very friendly and welcoming.”

“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!”

“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”

“The Best Flan In All The Land.

I am always on the hunt for a good flan. For years, I’ve ordered it wherever I can. I can say with all confidence that Costa Bonita’s is PERFECT! Good portion size, lots of yummy caramel sauce, and perfectly baked. The custard texture is just like it should be with just enough baking to the edges.

Well done!!

ETA: I always order flan without extra toppings.”

“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 .”

“What a wonderful sweet man! I needed flowers for the garden club and members recommended Alberts. The arrangements were beautiful and just the right touch! And he delivered them personally. It's been a week and they're still beautiful. Thank you Alberts! ❤️”

“Their NY style pizzas are a great size and generous amount of toppings. We had a large Pepperoni & Italian Sausage. The crust was a great texture and had a good ratio balance of sauce to cheese and toppings.”

“Picked up some cupcakes and a cookie from Happy Cakes in Morehead, NC, and they nailed it. The cupcakes were soft, flavorful, and topped with frosting that was smooth and perfectly sweet. The cookie was just as good, with that fresh-baked taste that’s hard to find anywhere else. Staff was friendly and clearly take pride in what they do. Everything tasted homemade in the best way. Definitely a must-visit spot for anyone with a sweet tooth.”

“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.”

“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!”

“SO GOOD!!! And the staff are very patient friendly and polite! Our waitire Jole was the best we had in a long time!”

“Try it. You will probably like it. Food is very good. Service was excellent. Atmosphere is what you would expect from a Mexican Restaurant. The chori-pollo burrito is too big to eat. Plan on taking some home.”

“Went here for the second time last weekend and it was amazing as always. The staff are incredible and can make you almost any drink and are friendly as well. Even though they were busy the service was impressively fast. Highly recommended for an upscale cocktail experience.”

“These are by far the best bagels, cream cheese, and bagel breakfast sandwiches I’ve ever had! Even the plain bagel can’t not be compared! The store vibe is welcoming, quaint and so perfectly paired with a waterfront downtown area. You can sit inside to eat or sit outside on their Picnic tables to enjoy the water views! Customer service was top notch. Highly recommend!! You won’t be disappointed!”

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