We were greeted upon entering the restaurant and seated at a small table in the bar that was by the…read morewindows. The bartender was busy working and singing in between taking orders as she prepared drinks for customers. Our waiter was knowledgeable about the menu and offered the specials before we placed our order. We love to sample the menu when we travel and the vast menu of tapas gave us the perfect opportunity to try just about everything. They had a smaller wine selection, but there was something for just about everyone. Our waiter was very attentive and offered suggestions on what to try if we were torn between several menu options. The Spanish lamb meatballs, truffle honey pork belly and rosemary beef were the tapas that stood out as the most flavorful and making us each want just one more bite. The Spanish meatballs were glazed with sriracha which caused me to pause before ordering. However, I'm so happy that we gave them a try. They had a bold flavor, but the whipped feta and cilantro were enough to balance the heat. The truffle honey pork belly was sliced differently. We have only had this cut into cubes at other restaurants in the past. The way that they slice the pork belly is so much better. The pork belly was served with cheese grits. We don't even like cheese grits, but could not get enough of these smoked Gouda grits. The rosemary beef with asparagus and mashed potatoes was perfect. The beef was tender, the asparagus cooked to perfection and who doesn't love mashed potatoes. We visit the crystal coast about twice a year and always try a couple of new places. We look forward to coming back to Circa 81 each time that we visit!

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.

Such a cute place! Everyone is very friendly and the food is delicious! Love the coffee,…read moreespecially the vanilla latte! The "I Don't Know" turkey sandwich and Southern Chicken Salad were very good! My new favorite brunchy/lunchy place when at the beach!

Absolutely outstanding coffee, and incredible sandwiches. I had the club sandwich, and my guest had…read morethe roast beef sandwich. The atmosphere was electric, and the service was outstanding.

The food here is super delicious. The burgers are fresh and juicy. The fries are crispy and the…read moreCustomer Service was great. This place is super clean. It's sort of like a little café diner downstairs and then upstairs you have a rooftop patio bar. There was live music playing when we went and it was awesome. I highly recommend, we will definitely be back.

Disappointing first experience. We walked into The Bite at the Box specifically hoping to get…read morebreakfast, only to be told the breakfast menu was already closed. What made it worse was that the woman directly in front of us was still served breakfast, and we were told we were the cutoff. If breakfast is only available for a short window, that should be clearly communicated and handled consistently. Cutting off customers immediately after serving the person in front of them is a frustrating way to welcome first-time visitors. We left without eating, so I can't even say whether the food is good. Poor customer service, inconsistent policy, and a bad first impression. I won't be back.

Amazing and personable service, Amy helped my indecisive *ss come up with a drink order. Second…read moretime coming here and both times my meals (loxed up bagel and shrimp tacos) were prepared to perfection and plated beautifully. I asked for cholula and they didn't have any so they brought me a tray of five nicer hot sauces for me to try, might have tried to carolina reaper and started crying. This place is awesome. When great service, good prices, and delicious food meet, you need to be there. +10 points for awesome vibes and music.

Great, funky vibe. Friendly staff, quick service. Food made fresh to order. Enjoyed the churro…read morelatte and biscuit sandwich. Will be back

Absolutely amazing breakfast spot. Even on the Fourth of July, when the restaurant was completely…read morepacked, the staff went above and beyond by saving a table for us. That kind of kindness and customer service is hard to find. The waitresses were some of the nicest, friendliest people we've ever been served by. They were welcoming, attentive, and made us feel right at home despite how busy they were. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was great, and the entire experience was outstanding. If you're looking for incredible breakfast and genuinely exceptional service, this is the place to go. We'll definitely be back! We started going here the first day in vacation and we only went to their restaurant because of how kind, welcoming and generous these people could be. This is the best breakfast place ever. I mean the prices are great and incredibly cheap.

First, a disclosure: "greasy spoon" diner, so the authenticity of this family diner is…read moreautomatically a point in its favor. It is simply authentic and charming in its lack of pretentiousness; it's not a tourist trap, but a dependable staple of American food. The food came really fast after ordering, everything was accurate as ordered, and the portions were all really generous, ESPECIALLY considering how reasonable are all of the prices! For my family of five, it came to about $45 including tip. You just cannot beat that! Standard diner fare, nothing fancy, but it was all done well. The pancakes were REALLY TASTY, and I'm a bit of a pancake snob. That leads to our one complaint: the only syrup they had was Log Cabin, and the quality of the pancakes deserves a real maple syrup. My wife is from New England and now travels with emergency real maple syrup in her purse.

Marmalade is located in Morehead City, NC (my new fav city). It is a busy cafe shop but luckily…read morethere was open seating available. The decor was so nice and although busy, they made sure to clear out tables and ensure everything was clean & tidy. This place is more of you order your food and find your own table. They will call out your name and you raise your hand, they will bring it to you. I ordered regular coffee and a bacon egg and cheese on a plain bagel. It was delicious! Staff were great and attentive. My food did take more than 20 minutes to make but once arrived, it was worth it. Found parking right up front. The bathroom was my fav. I know odd thing to note but it was something I HAD to note it lol will def return back to try out other things on their menu!

This is a nice place for breakfast. You order at the counter, find a table and when your food is…read moreready, they bring it to you. The space is decent size and bright. The food was delicious and the portion sizes were great! We would go back for sure.

Three stars is for the service and the attentiveness by my waitress. She did a great job and made…read morethe experience here better than what it was. Got here when they opened on a week day and there was already a couple gentlemen waiting to get in. The inside is spacious with ample seating, and about four seats at the bar top. I got the Western Omelette and order hash browns along with it, as shown in the menu as an option. The food came out and the omelette was undercooked and still a bit runny. The waitress noticed this right away and sent it back to be cooked longer. Received potatoes instead of hash browns, and when asked why no hash browns, was then told they have only potatoes. As well, was given an option for cheese in my omelette, but instead was given a slab of Kraft cheese on top. Food was ok, service was great.

Great breakfast food and friendly staff. Great place to go if you're craving biscuits and gravy.read more

The best there is hands down! Googled bagel shops near us and took a chance. Highly recommend…read more Awesome bagels and great service very quick. Please support this family business. We will be back for sure. Yes straight out of NY they know their bagels.

Service is great but bagel is completely mid. Asked for toasted bagel, and it's just warm has no…read morecrunch. The bacon is see through. To call yourself Brooklyn bagels is a sham to a real New York bagel.