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!

I used to enjoy the food and service, but that changed a few weeks ago. I noticed that Miranda, who…read moreprovided excellent service, is no longer there, and it shows. Makayla informed me that Miranda isn't the only person "out," which may explain why the turnover rate seems high. Recently, I've observed a decline in the care taken when preparing food and in customer service. Like any paying customer, I expect fresh, hot food. Instead, I've been served refried chicken and bacon, which is unacceptable. Chicken pastry should include chicken, but when I brought this up, I was told that the cook had always made it that way and wouldn't change it. Meals should never leave the kitchen unless they're properly prepared. Returned to work late and hungry..

Home cooked meals at its finest. Everyone is so friendly. And you must try the homemade chicken…read moresalad. Everything I had ordered from there has been delicious!

I came to check out the nc product barn.. full of nc made products! I know on Friday I can get a…read moreplatter of the famous Mac n cheese from the fridge up by the counter but I always look to see what all they have. So many great products.. sauces, dips, food stuff and a lot of others! You can see what goes into all the products and where they are from! They even had samples on counter of several products.. I tried a granola and fell in love! Pineapple walnut! Owned and operated by veterans, hand crafted called staats bakery..Dobson nc.. one example of nc made ! They have a corner with local wines and you can sample them.. I love this barn it's always an adventure.. oh and yes I've eaten in restaurant and had deserts from gift shop the ice cream is a delight and foods yummy.. come early and come hungry!

Enjoyed a wonderful family style birthday dinner with friends. Fresh hot biscuits with sorghum…read moremolasses, ham, succulent pork loin with gravy, wonderful fried chicken, green beans, corn, cheesy Mac & cheese, and sweet tea. Desserts after all that food, are an after thought... The incredible gift shop featuring all made in North Carolina items. Live music on Saturdays. This place is always busy, but always worth it!

Tasty food. Fun waitress. Surprisingly good glass of wine. We were passing through late from my in…read morelaws house and needed a food stop. Great experience and we will definitely stop here again! I can vouch for the fries, jerk tacos, and Cuban sandwich. Give them a try!

Food - fresh and quick. Havana bowl was very flavorful. Loved the potatoes…read more Pancake was only half crispy, but great flavor. Eggs were fluffy.

The food was amazing and the service was on point. I totally recommend this place to everyone!!!read more

Definitely try their Dutch Potatoes!! 10/10 !! The staff are very kind as well. Always clean,…read morealways wholesome.

I am speaking for drive thru only. We got there about 15 mins before closing, didn't realize they…read moreclosed at 8:30pm. However, that did not cause for them to treat us any differently, the lady that took our order was very kind and patience as we figured out what we wanted. We ordered: 4 piece dark fried chicken Two sides: potato salad and green beans Comes with hushpuppies Everything was hot and fresh (yes, even 15 mins before closing). Everyone had on a mask that came to the window.

I visited the Vernon Ave location on May 8th at which time I ordered a fish (trout) and barbecue…read morecombo for $19.20. When I received my order the plate was so light I thought they handed me the wrong order. I looked at the plate and there was this thin hard cooked half fish and a little bit of barbecue in a very small styrofoam container. There was also 4 overcooked hush puppies and a dab of potato salad and green beans. I'll admit it's been a long while since I've been there but I am familiar with their fish and barbecue plates because I use to get them for my mother atleast 2x a month on Fridays. The lady at the drive through was very nice when I commented about the plate and she took it and told me to drive up. As I sat in the car I thought if this is the quality of food they are serving nowadays it's not going to get better so I went in the resturant and requested a refund. The man who prepared my plate wanted to know what was wrong with it. I told him the amount of food and quality of the food was not pleasing. When I said it looked like a toddler plate with a dab of barbecue and fish on it he said that's the size of a combo plate. I told him that I beg the difference because I use to order this plate for my mother and he then said, I've been here for 13 years and it's been this way. I told him to give me my money back because we are not going to agree on this one. My point is the same plate use to cost $12.99 atleast 7 years ago, however; I expected a price increase because that's the world we live in now. What I didn't expect was such a poor quantity and quality of food. Had the plate been of the same quantity and quality it use to be nothing would have been said. I was given a refund without any issues. Resturants really need to rethink their approach to the pressures of rising prices because if you think it is okay to jack up prices and pass on garbage to customers you're in trouble. I did what I should have done in the first place I went home and cooked my salmon. Bye Kings!

My fiance and I love Celia's. I have only ever gotten take out but he goes often for lunch with his…read morefather. Saturdays are our favorite when they have the steak fajita burrito special. I literally dream about it! Soooo good.

Didn't get my extra side of rice and when I got home to eat my meal I opened the box I smelled a…read moresour smell and thought it was just my imagination I started on the rice and gravy and it became overwhelming and tasted horrible just like soured milk couldn't eat it and got sick. I found out that the gravy is where the smell was coming from because some I had on the side in a cup had exploded out the side bubbling and oozing out like some kind of chemical reaction.

always great food. Most recent visit was on St. Patrick's Day. I had the lamb chops with colcannon…read more they were amazing. My hubby had the shepherds pie. Which was also amazing. Where our youngest son had that stripping grits. Best around.

Floyd's was by far the best restaurant that we tried while at Atlantic Beach…read more Everything from the artwork to the wine selection, menu options and very sweet waitstaff were just outstanding! We will definitely return next year since everything was impeccable.

Please note- Address;…read more 4763 Highway 11 north Bethel, NC 27812 This place is a great hole in the wall. Right next to a gas station, very unassuming. We ate breakfast, lunch, and got a to go dinner for later as they open 5:30a - 2pm M-F. Closed Sat/Sun. They had really good chicken tenders they had just made for the gas station hot bar next door. They were good. My hubby got the chicken gizzards- he said they were very good. We will be stopping by again when in the area,

The food is great! Simple fare and tastes home cooked! They fix my breakfast every morning, just…read morewished they were open on Saturdays!