Atmosphere -check Service…read moreFood Tucked away in Morehead but definitely Excellent in every way!

Ordered online. Pick up was 7:25 pm arrived at 7:30. Food has not been started yet. Was told they…read morewill get started on it now must wait another 20-30 minutes. Place was not busy. 10 total customers. Never utter the word sorry. But got me the food at 7:55. If you love waiting then this is the place for you.

Ordered online and they had my lattes ready in no time. Both of them taste delicious!!! Same price…read moreas Starbucks but better tasting. Decorated beautifully for Christmas!!!

Amazing, the food and coffee were top notch. We went multiple times the weekend we were down for a…read moreconference. I look forward to the next time we are in the area so I can enjoy Mugshot again

Circa 81 is such a hidden gem. It doesn't feel overly fancy or stuffy, just really thoughtful food…read morein a relaxed, cool space. We ordered the Half Chef's Tour, which is their charcuterie, and it was honestly one of my favorite parts of the night. Great variety, really well balanced, and perfect for sharing. It set the tone for the whole meal. The scallop nightly special was perfectly cooked with that golden sear and super tender inside. The rosemary steak had so much flavor and was cooked exactly right. The Brussels were crispy and savory, and even the potstickers were a standout. Nothing felt like an afterthought. Service was perfect for the tapas setting too. Not rushed, we didn't feel over bothered, but not neglected either. Overall, it felt elevated but still comfortable. A great experience without feeling over the top. We'll definitely be back.

Circa 81 quickly became one of my most memorable meals along North Carolina's Crystal Coast: a…read morerestaurant that understands both timing and tone. We arrived with a reservation (always a wise move), though we were seated immediately, greeted by a gracious host who set our lunch off on the right note. Once settled, we were welcomed by Philip, whose ease and genuine enthusiasm made the experience feel less transactional and more personal. He spoke about the menu with confidence and curiosity, the mark of someone who truly enjoys being there. Drinks came first: my husband ordered a Painkiller easily one of the best we had during our time on the coast while our son stuck with a classic Coke, and I opted for water. As we ordered, it became clear we were leaning fully into the small plates philosophy. When Philip smiled and dubbed us "tapas aficionados," it felt like an acknowledgment rather than a joke and in that moment, we felt perfectly at home. The table filled quickly. Spanish lamb meatballs arrived first, glazed with sriracha and paired with whipped feta and cilantro bold, balanced, and deeply satisfying. Pork pot stickers followed, tender and flavorful, with a soy-ginger dipping sauce and sweet Thai chili providing just the right contrast. The Gambas al Ajillo shrimp bathed in extra-virgin olive oil and garlic, served with crostini, was classic and comforting. But the standout was the Potatoes Bravas: sliced potatoes grilled to a crisp and finished with a spicy brava aioli. They were addictive in the best way, the kind of dish you keep thinking about long after the table is cleared. Circa 81 is polished yet relaxed, clean, and thoughtfully maintained, a place where the food arrives hot, the service feels human, and the atmosphere invites you to linger. It's a restaurant I would happily return to, and one that earned its place among my favorites on the Crystal Coast.

I soon as I walked in I saw a little kid in the front counter taking orders that's when I knew the…read moreplace was good I got a soup and I drooled highly recommend

Would come back! Healthy portions of fish. We really appreciated the fancy sauces on the side of…read morethe plate instead of on the roll.

This has become our go-to Chinese restaurant. It is very lowkey and nothing fancy -- though always…read moreclean and very friendly service. The food is fantastically prepared and always fresh. We love their shrimp fried rice -- always taste seasoned-wok-fried; quick shrimp fry loaded w vegetables; beef or shrimp broccoli; fried fish (w sauce on the side); and so much more. Although there is a small parking lot for several businesses, there does seem to always have enough spaces.

We love the food here. Have known the family that runs this restaurant since they had a place in…read moreAtlantic Beach. Great people, wonderful service and the food is always good.

Lunch with the girls was great. Loved that we had the back room to ourselves. Our server Gonzalo…read morewas attentive and polite. I had Thai Curry which was good. I asked for it to be a little hotter than what the menu states but I really didn't get any heat, but when I had my leftovers the next day it was there. Yum. Everyone enjoyed their lunch and it is one of the reasons we keep coming back. April 18, 2026

First, I need to strongly recommend Charter Fishing with Ryan Dolph on Emerald Isle - he is the…read morereason we have gotten the best restaurant recommendations and the best fishing! Bamboo is delightful and delicious. My husband and I have been here twice now, and the sushi is scrumptious. I highly suggest any roll with avocado because if you are from the north like we are, you haven't tasted what good avocado can do for a sushi roll (ok, maybe you have, but it had just been too long for us). Lovely service and clean and comfy vibe. Whenever we get back to the island, we'll be back to Bamboo!

This is great sushi with incredible authentic flavors and options. The service is outstanding. Our…read moreserver was super and knew the menu and its details. He had spent time in Japan and offered great suggestions. The place feels like a real Japanese sushi house. It is a small but quaint little spot right on pollack street. I had the authentic ramen and niguri blue fin. I would highly recommend this spot in New Bern. Great for lunch or dinner, just know the hours since they close to ready for the next service.

Small, cute, busy restaurant. No reservations. Pricey but good. Everything was beautifully…read morepresented and flavorful. Sushi was fresh. Good service.

The food at the deli was great, the service less so. Despite placing an order online to avoid…read morewaiting in line, when we arrived at 3:30 (when our food was supposed to be ready, as we'd placed our order around 45 minutes earlier), the food wasn't ready. Our food (four subs) was STILL not ready for another 30 minutes. There was a steady line of in person customers, of course, but they had three workers actively making subs, and all three of them appeared to be prioritizing the in-person line. Only sporadically did they work on our online order, even though they were already behind on our order & those in line had only just arrived. Three other customers who had placed online orders arrived while we were waiting and were still waiting when we left. We finally got our last sub just as they finished serving their last customer in line. Again, this was 30 minutes after we had arrived, 30 minutes after our food was supposed to be ready, and fully an hour and 15 minutes past when our order had been originally placed. This was quite frustrating. I appreciate that the workers appeared to be doing their best, and they did apologize for the wait, which I also appreciate. But I could have gotten my food within 15 minutes if I had just gotten in line with everyone else. I'm not sure what the point is of having online ordering available, if the food isn't going to be ready when promised and the online orders are going to be so deprioritized compared to the in-person orders. Either they need to change their "ready by" times or they need to change their workflow. I will say, the sandwich, which was a vegan turkey situation, was absolutely delicious. I just wish I hadn't had to stand for 30 minutes and watch them make food for other people when our order had already been pending for longer than anyone in line.

Clean Publix! I just wanted to say thank you for my free birthday cake. I picked the Carrot Cake…read moreand it was delicious. What surprised me the most was that it was a big cake, not just a cupcake. Picked up some peach ice tea which was great. The cashier man was nice but didn't take the time to help me figure out the app. I finally figured it out so I could pay for my items. New to this app thing. Didn't know I would not get a receipt. He said it would be emailed but I asked for it and he gave it to me.

Decent Asian market w/ good hot Viet food ! My partner and I shared a large bowl of Pho. Like…read moreothers have mentioned, it has a slightly different taste than traditional pho broth, but it was still good and was a large portion. I would prefer having basil and bean sprouts on the side to add to taste, but there was a good amount in the dish. Will come back to try other dishes! Not the biggest selection in the store, but they have a bit of everything minus fresh veggies. Clean store, some good unique snacks!

Mon Asia is a hidden Thai food gem located in a small strip of shops on Glenburnie you have to…read morecheck out! If you're craving authentic Thai, this is the place. While the atmosphere is basic, the food is made to order and phenomenal! Plus you can browse through their grocery aisles while they're making your food. Since your food is made to order, you can select your level of spiciness. I had the Basil Stir Fry with chicken. I ordered medium spice, and it was the perfect level of a slow building heat. The chicken was extremely tender and flavorful! I thought I would have leftovers for dinner, but it was too good not to finish! I also ordered the Thai tea which was creamy, smooth My husband had the glass noodle salad with shrimp and squid. He said the squid was tender and flavorful. We were both happy with our choices and will make this our go-to for Asian cuisine. Plus we purchased a few grocery items to create our own meals at home.