fast service even with the place packed out workers where friendly low price for the amount of food…read moreand taste.

We visit Morehead twice a year and Banks is always on the list of places to go. The food. Is…read morealways good and the server is attentive. Ambiance is nothing special but the grits are the best we have ever had and we love in the south. Thanks to them. Try the island jam, so good.

Great breakfast spot. Small menu which I think is great so they can focus on doing things well…read more Counter service so be prepared for that. I recommend the breakfast bowl and do get a side of grits. You will not be disappointed! Place was clean and friendly!

The best biscuit I've had in a very, very long time! We had breakfast here twice during our 4 day…read moretrip to Atlantic Beach. Both times I order the hoop biscuit with sausage. The biscuit is huge (it looks like a muffin) but very soft and very flavorful. I am a big fan of overly cheesy things so this was perfect for me. The staff was always super helpful and the rooftop looks like a great place to have some drinks and appetizers on a nice day.

This is one of our go to places. The food is awesome. Monday and Tuesday it is buy one get one…read morefree. Service was good. Ambiance is that this is a small restaurant. It tends to be noisy and I would say reservations are a must. However the food is great.

Called restaurant re: need for reservation on a non-busy Wednesday night. Told no need for one…read more Kitchen closed at 9:00 "so try to get here around 8:45 or so. We'll let you in." Drove 30 minutes to get there. Arrived at 8:47 pm. Told they couldn't take us! Hostess said she said to get there no later than 8:30, which was a lie! Won't go back.

Pleasantly surprised with our breakfast on the pier at the pier. Brittney G was our server and I…read morewish she was our server everywhere we ate. She was pleasant, attentive, happy and made the morning brighter. We each had an omelette, see pics. Home fries and toast came with it. The house made salsa for $.50 was delicious. The Bloody Mary was fair, it lacked garnish which it needed. We had a great view of the ocean and watched the sea gulls chase a bald eagle around while we ate. Def recommend for breakfast.

Absolutely the best seafood, environment and service I've had in a long time! I would not hesitate…read moreto refer friends and family and return asap! Afterwards a walk on the pier was so enjoyable. Everyone at our table was impressed with the quality of food and service! Definitely a 5 star!

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

Stopped in for breakfast while staying in Indian Beach. Greeted with a handshake from a gentleman…read moreI'm assuming would be the owner. Promptly seated and were brought drinks right away. I had just eggs and corned beef hash and my companions had omelettes. All the food was tasty and ,being a Christian, them having Christian music was a plus for me. The place seemed impeccably clean and newly remodeled. Definitely worth stopping!

Stopped by for lunch ordered their shrimp platter and it was amazing. Shrimp were lightly baddered…read moreand normal in size however there were more than two dozen on the plate along with hush puppies, fries and cold slaw almost impossible to finish. The diner is spacious, spotlessly clean, staff hustling and helpful. Definately family oriented. The menu is extended and varied, serving just about anything you wish to order. This spot is a no frills just a place to enjoy good down home cooking.

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.

Totally lived up to the hype! Huge portions, tasty food and excellent service. I'll be sure to find…read morethem whenever I'm in the area!

Back again to Indian Beach & planned our trip to get to the best food truck ever! Today we ordered…read morethe crab cake combo that came with/fries, slaw & a handful of extra fried shrimp! Outstanding!! I ordered the scallop snack w/onion rings & slaw - easily the best.scallops.ever!! Always fresh & hot, great portions & friendly service - the few picnic tables in the lot make it an easy stop for lunch! Don't forget: CASH ONLY!

Such a cute little place! I ordered the Breakfast Must sandwich and an americano. Both were…read morewonderful! My family also enjoyed the Banana nut toast and Peanut Butter Bliss. Everyone was friendly and the food came out quickly. I would absolutely recommend this place to anyone!

The staff is lovely, the ambiance simple beach theme, sanitation rating 100 (super impressive). We…read moreordered a latte, smoothie, bagel with cream cheese and the avocado toast, with a scrambled eggs instead of hard boiled. I'm from NY so I do t expect too much from bagels in other locations, but I did not expect the egg on the avocado toast to be microwaved... and cold. This was definitely disappointing. I would probably give this place one more try but not for breakfast.