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    Jay's 108

    3.9 (51 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Tom B.

    Good food -great selections and outstanding service - pleasant vibe - well presented faire and comfortable table setting! You will not be disappointed! We went as a big party for a special occasion and all of our dining selections and drinks were "top-shelf!" If seated at the first group table as you enter: please be careful not to spill your drink due to the divot in the wooden table - it got my drink - however waitstaff was so kind and considerate and she brought me a replacement at no charge - BTW - they warned me about the anomalie when we were first seated. We had a great time and we were never rushed or pushed along...we WILL be back soon!!!

    Apple pie roll with ice cream...yummy.
    Reuben G.

    This place is pretty cool. Laid back and casual. Able to do 6 to 8 people parties easily. We got burgers and alacart nigiri sushi. Her burger was really good and the fries were great. I thought tallow for sure. Having experienced sushi in Japan I can honestly say this sushi is correct. The rice was perfect taste and size with wasabi applied under the fish. Our server was super nice. We'll be back to try some calamari and uni. We shared an apple pie roll for desert, very good.

    Jan K.

    This was a pleasant little spot we found by accident... we were actually heading over to another place that ended up being closed. As we approached the alley way to the entrance, the thought crossed my mind that we should have a secret knock or password to enter. I loved the eclectic menu and decided to order the bugolgi fries. What a treat! They clearly upstaged the sandwich that I got. The bread would have been a little better if it were toasted or grilled. Otherwise, we had a very pleasant meal.

    Raw bulgogi

    Ordered beef bulgogi, came raw, sad because I actually liked this place, it's the only place in kinston to eat

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    Kristen B.

    The absolute best sushi this side of Raleigh! I have tried many sushi places these last few years, some high end, some regular but this place tops it everytime. It's always fresh and delicious. The waitstaff is wonderful and so friendly. I love when they give recommendations of things they truely like. I will always and forever be a loyal ccustomer!

    Melly's way - Pork Belly and fried rice! Chefs Kiss
    Mel L.

    Honey Stop the Car!! We are in Kinston and this food at Jay's 108 is a strong 5 star! From the moment we walked in, service has been impeccable and the food matches it! Pork belly nachos was chefs kiss to the point it inspired me to do a pork belly and fried rice. Delicious! Thank me later! The crack chicken was very good alongside with the salad, fried egg and fried rice! The pulled pork sandwich was amazing with the brioche bun! I would only say to add coleslaw but overall, delicious. And Myrian was the Best bartender ever! The Cajun fries were on point so at the end, 10 out of 10!

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    Jill M.

    We ate dinner here on a Wednesday evening. No wait for a table for two. Our waitress was informative and knew the menu well. It looks a lot like the broiler room, Its previous owner/occupier. So many choices! You can choose from sushi, burgers and fries, salads, sandwiches, teriyaki, and Korean rice plates for dinner. Their drink selection includes everything from domestic beers to signature cocktails. We were offered dessert but after the generous portion we did not even look at the dessert menu. I had a rice plate with beef and a valuable egg sunny side up. My friend had a sushi roll. The miso soup was only okay. Ill get the salad next time.

    B52 roll with yum yum, soy, and eel sauces. Garnished with wasabi and ginger.

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    Amazing food and great service, I wish there open earlier during the week! Maybe like 2pm

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    We eat here quite often they have fantastic, sushi rolls, tasty appetizers, and good cheeseburgers as well. Have never had a bad experience.

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    the food is savory and elegant i can't think of a better place to go for a little lunch date or even a nice dinner

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    I like the atmosphere. I always get the shrimp tempura which is awesome. I love their specialty drinks!

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    The bulgolgi fries are good. Never tried the shrimp burger. I recommend the rice bowls.

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    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.

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    Jay's 108 - sushi - Updated May 2026

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