We were heading home after a long day in Smithfield on July 4th. We love to experience locally…read moreowned food establishments. One we have been to was closed for the holiday, understandably so. We happened upon Rouse's and so glad we did. The food was hot and fresh and delicious. The atmosphere was very traditional with a bit of vintage quirk. I had the bbq chicken with okra and onion rings. My husband had fried chicken with squash and fries. He was a tad disappointed that we were too early for a baked potato (they start serving those at 5). The chicken was fall off the bone delicious!! Our server Esli was quiet, very sweet and very attentive to our drinks and requests. Don't pass by without stopping at the little gem.

My family lives locally around the corner from Rouse's and they always serve delicious southern…read morecuisine. Our family has dined here for years. I recently took my mother to have an early lunch during the Sunday buffet on New Year's Eve. She can't stop talking about it. It is a wonderful value for $15.99 a person AYCE. My favorite menu items are the fried chicken, hamburger steak, sweet potatoes, turnip greens, squash, Lima beans, hush puppies & fried fish. The options are plentiful. You should plan to arrive early. It was crowded but the staff kept things replenished in a timely manner with wonderful friendly service. The dining room is very vintage and traditional. I loved the Christmas decor, real wood burning fireplace, and the deer in Santa hats. The restaurant staff provide excellent southern hospitality. I can't wait to come again or plan a family dinner in the event room.

I visited Texas Roadhouse over the weekend with family we had in town. The place was packed but we…read moreput ourselves on the waitlist on the drive over, which was easy to do and we didn't wait long. Our waitress was very friendly. I ordered a cheeseburger and it was delicious. The fries came out hot. My father and husband had steaks and both enjoyed them. My mom had an order of ribs and said they were very good. The only complaint any of us had is how loud the music is. Very pleased with our trip to Texas Roadhouse.

Food arrived quickly, portion size fair, flavors mild. Overall fine but not remarkable, a fair…read morethree-star dinner.

Sooo good. We tried the fried chicken sandwich and fries. Everything was cooked well. Even the tea…read morewas good lol Would definitely try again. The fries were thin but crispy and seasoned . The sandwich was crispy but very flavorful. Really enjoyed

Went here for the first time for a quick burger in the drive thru. It was definitely quick. The…read moreservice folks were friendly. Food was good. No complaints.

We chose Georgia Dean's as a halfway meeting place between Raleigh and the beach to have dinner…read morewith some longtime, dear friends. We were seated at a cozy table in the back room, which allowed for quiet conversation in this bustling, family oriented restaurant. Our server was very welcoming and professional. The timing of our meal, from drinks to appetizers to the main dish was great! We had the stuffed scallops and the broiled seafood platter. Each was cooked perfectly and was fresh and flavorful. Highly recommend this special restaurant and we will definitely be back!

We went for dinner for my husband's birthday. I think they were serving a large party upstairs…read more Part of his dinner was missing (a seafood trio which came as a duo) and was overcooked. I had stuffed scallops, but they were not rinsed so there was sand in them. But the waitress was great and tried to make it up to us by comping a dessert (homemade donut with whipped cream which was very nice). I've heard they're great for lunches, but we won't be back for dinner.

This place definitely was under-reviewed and deserves lots more photos and great reviews…read more The buffet serves delicious soul food, variety of great plates , salad bar, and yummy homemade deserts! We were on the way back home from OBX to up North and would definitely come back if we ever get the chance to. Service was great the waitresses were very attentive.

Traveling in town & thought I'd stop to grab a quick dinner. They have a dinner buffet & was…read morepretty busy. Vibe is like an old barn/ saloon. The food at the buffet was just ok. Fried chicken & fried fish was mediocre. Veggies were mostly canned or frozen. If you're looking for a quick bite & large quantities, then the Hitchin' Post may fill that need but be aware that the hours are erratic.

We decided on the loaded potato skins for the appetizer and the ribeye steak medium rare with…read moregrilled asparagus for me and sautéed green beans, portobello mushrooms, and the addition of grilled shrimp for my husband and salad bar for both. As we sat enjoying the atmosphere while sipping our wine we decided to venture up to the salad bar. The options of toppings were many and everything was fresh and well stocked. We gathered our salads and returned to our table. When we were almost done our appetizer reached the table brought by a pleasant young man dressed in black. As he placed it on the table he inquired if we needed anything else and true to form I requested a bottle of A1 sauce. The young man looked puzzled but obliged my request. Even though I and my husband have eaten steak at some of the best chophouses and steakhouses across the nation and some in other countries I always found that A1 was needed to bring much needed flavor and moisture. The loaded potato skins were absolutely delicious!!! The melted cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon was perfect! While we finished our appetizer the same black clothed young man placed our main course in front of us. The fragrant, ribeye steaks that adorned our dinner plates wafted to our noses and mixed with visual cross seared markings that glistened caused us to salivate instantly!!! The asparagus and green beans were bright and beautiful while the grilled shrimp were scrumptious. I grabbed the well weighted steak knife and my fork making the first cut into this luscious piece of beef before me. I don't even think the knife was necessary as this perfectly cooked, buttery beef was effortless to cut with a fork. The sear and crust of this steak was unlike anything I've experienced. I took that first piece and placed it in my mouth and just closed my eyes while savoring the perfection that was the most perfect steak I'd ever eaten in almost 50 years of life! I sat and savored every single bite like it was the only food need for living. The asparagus was like butter with absolutely no chew or fibers of the stalk and the green beans had a beautiful snap with the mushrooms were flavorfully perfect. At the end of our meal we ordered dessert which was cheesecake. I opted for the sweet potato, maple and my husband opted for chocolate. As we spoke to Stephanie our amazing waitress I requested to speak to, meet and shake the hand of the master chef that cooked the amazing meal we had. After receiving our coffee to accompany our dessert a tall, pleasant bearded man in a black chef coat walked over to our table. James who is not only the master of his kitchen but he is also the owner of this amazing establishment. He shook our hands as we showered him in praise regarding his beef cooking prowess. James was warm and jovial accepting our praise some humbly thanking us for our kind words. He asked to take a seat at our table to continue our conversation and we quickly motioned for him to take a seat. My husband and I told him about the national article written about him and his restaurant leading us to drive there just for the steak. He was so surprised because he had no idea this article even existed. My husband handed James his phone so he could email the article to himself. The conversation continued and James told us the story of how he and his wife built their staff and how they all have become such a supportive, loving family always watching out for and caring for one another. It was truly one of the greatest experiences we have had in a long time! The food, the atmosphere, the company and conversation was perfect. It was an honor meeting James and his staff and we will definitely return every chance we get. Anyone in the pursuit of the perfectly cooked steak needs to make a trip to FarmVille North Carolina and allow James to change your mind about how beef should taste! By the way, that bottle of A1 remained on the corner of our table and was never opened. Unfortunately, I didn't take photos of the amazing steaks we ate because we were to busy eating them. I didn't take photos include photos of the cheesecakes.

We made a reservation online but when we got to the restaurant there was a note on the door from…read morethe owner saying they have retired. This restaurant is closed. Please update your website and please don't allow reservations to be confirmed at a restaurant that is closed.

My wife and I visited Chef & the Farmer in Kinston to celebrate my birthday, and it turned out to…read morebe one of the most memorable dining experiences we've had in years. We were delighted to be personally greeted by none other than Vivian Howard -- James Beard Award-winning chef, restaurateur, television personality, and author. It was our first visit since Chef Vivian reimagined the restaurant into its current format: an intimate, chef-driven dining concept she calls "Chef New," inspired by one of her favorite restaurants, Chez Nous in Charleston, where a compact menu of six rotating daily selections keeps the focus squarely on quality and creativity. Chef Vivian herself seated us, and from that moment, the warmth and intentionality of the experience never let up. We were fortunate to be seated directly in front of the open kitchen, where we had the pleasure of meeting Chef Hope and watching the culinary team work with quiet precision. Every member of the staff -- from our server to the pastry and salad chef -- contributed to an atmosphere that felt both refined and genuinely welcoming. The prix-fixe menu, which rotates weekly, offered a wonderful range of choices. We opened with a starter of soft-shell crabs -- caught just two hours prior -- served with charred scallion mayo and a bright corn relish. The dish was extraordinary: delicate, fresh, and perfectly executed. My wife's Brussels sprouts, tossed with spiced peanuts and goat cheese and finished with a honey vinaigrette, were equally impressive. A generous pour of Sorgente Prosecco made it all the better. For our mains, I chose the flank steak, accompanied by asparagus with green butter and a silky root vegetable purée. My wife opted for the house-made tagliatelle in a shrimp scampi that she couldn't stop talking about. Both dishes were beautifully presented and thoughtfully composed, reflecting the restaurant's deep commitment to farm-to-table sourcing and local ingredients. The meal concluded with fantastic desserts and continued conversation with the staff, who were as knowledgeable as they were passionate. Throughout the evening, there was an evident attention to detail in every element -- from the food preparation to the way each dish was explained and presented. This is the kind of dining experience that reminds you why food matters. We will absolutely be back.

Everything was delicious! However, she decided to close and the restaurant is no longer open…read more I'll miss eating there for lunch!

Great food, great service, just a generally fun place to hang out! Huge variety of bourbons to…read morechoose from.

We just closed on our house in Washington, so we stopped by 1906 for a celebratory drink. They were…read moredoing a brisk lunch business on a Thursday afternoon. Many people rave about their sandwiches, so we decided to stay for lunch. Hubby had a Cuban sandwich, and I had a warm roast beef and provolone sandwich with banana peppers. We both really enjoyed our food! If you're just visiting town, I recommend staying upstairs at The West Main. They have beautiful renovated rooms and all the amenities of a home away from home.

Let me preface by saying I don't typically write restaurant reviews unless the place is absolutely…read morefabulous or horribly bad. Let me also say that I am the consummate "foodie", my life has been driven by my passion for all types of food. When I dine, I try to go into the restaurant with no expectations, so you can pretty much trust what I am telling you about the experience. With that being said, we had just moved to Greenville a few days before and decided we needed to treat ourselves after the week of moving and unpacking. We decided on The Rickhouse, notwithstanding the fact that my first name is Rick! Anyway, we were sat immediately, and were approached quickly by our waiter, Christian. In short, Christian was fabulous throughout the entire meal, even considering the fact that it was only his first week on the job. He certainly has a flair for waiting tables. We ordered drinks and I have had a fair amount of Grey Goose dirty martinis in my life and let me tell you, the bartender knocked this one out of the ballpark. One of the best I have ever had anywhere! We ordered an app, the Chef Crab Dip and it was wonderful. Not too crabby, perfect blend of cheeses and pita chips that I am pretty sure are house-made. I had the Chicken Cordon Bleu which was absolutely out of this world! I got to sample the other two entrees at the table, which were the Garlic Parm Chicken Pasta and the special that evening, which was a bacon wrapped Filet Mignon topped with a bacon jam. Both of them were also to die for! We didn't have dessert as we were stuffed already. The bill was $189, which I didn't consider bad as we had an app, three entrees and six drinks. While some might consider that a lot for dinner, I'm also the guy that doesn't bat an eye at spending $600 for a dinner for two at a gourmet French restaurant. Anyway, I can't recommend The Rickhouse enough. Everything from start to finish was just about as perfect of an experience as you can get at a restaurant! I just hope our next visit will be as wonderful as our first!

When I drove in to the place, I was very close to turn and run. :) I am glad I did not. Nicely done…read moreinside, good bar area, good seating areas, nice decor. However, the best part was the service. For the course of a dinner at least four times service staff stopped by and asked if everything was to hour satisfaction. It was, the shrimp and steak appetizer was up to par, the ribeye steak was cooked just as I ordered it. Reasonable menu at the bar, they even had Kentucky Trace allocated bourbons - I had Eagle Rare. Got to give it to them - really nice place.