Chefs kiss. Genuinely the best chicken sandwich my tastebuds have ever touched. the boom boom sauce…read morereally made it go boom. 10/10 would definitely try again. I will say the wait was a pretty long time but worth it for the quality and taste of the food.

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.

Wow, European wines by the glass , tuna special. Rare and unbelievably good. Try the key lime…read moreOreo crust pie. You won't be disappointed

I stopped in looking forward to dinner and patiently waited about five minutes for a seat at the…read morebar. While I was waiting, I overheard the bartender say, "These people are standing here looking at me." As a customer waiting to be served, I found that comment unprofessional and unwelcoming. Waiting guests naturally look toward the bartender because they're hoping to be acknowledged and served. That interaction immediately made me feel unwelcome, so I chose to leave rather than stay for dinner. First impressions matter, and unfortunately this one ensured I won't be returning.

This is one of my favorite places in Carteret county. By far the best breakfast around. Kelly cooks…read morea perfect egg. I do over medium and it is always cooked to perfection. The wait staff Jennifer and Brittany are so sweet and friendly. They always remember what I drink and order. Never an empty glass. Angie at the outside bar makes great drinks and the atmosphere is so fun. Sitting on the covered porch at the outside bar on the beach. You can't get a better location if you tried. They are very dog friendly. Dogs are allowed on the outdoor porch. If I could give them 100 stars I would.

Stayed at the motel and ordered takeout. Online ordering wasn't available, I imagine to mitigate an…read moreinflux of orders as the food was quite good. We got the Cuban and smash burger to eat on the beach and it was delicious! The pier is open 24 hours and apparently has a bar at the end, we didn't walk it to confirm how it is and their hours though. Everyone working in the restaurant was super friendly

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!!!

DO NOT ORDER MATCHA HERE! You will be better off going to Dunkin just a mile or two down the road…read more The service was nice and the interior was very nice as well. The food is also pretty good, so you should only order that. I'm not sure why establishments offer matcha on their menu if they clearly aren't sure how to make it properly. Please just take it off the menu this matcha was almost $10.

A nice local diner, the kind that makes you want to come back again. Good and speedy service and…read morethe serving portions are good. The coffee is solid and they make the bacon crispy, the way it outhit to be. Note there's a 3% surcharge for credit cards.

Our go-to breakfast spot in Atlantic Beach. The staff is very friendly and they appear to have made…read moresome renovations. They have a full bar and offer breakfast and lunch. It is a little pricey, the standard breakfast (two eggs, home fries, biscuit/toast, and choice of meat) plus one added pancake came out to $17.

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.

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!

Huge, clean, food truck that moves to a few locations during the week…read more Real friendly; large menu of fried delectables. Hot dogs, corn dogs, chicken sandwiches\tenders,hush puppies, and a pretty good shrimp burger ( and lots more!) Plenty of options for canned soda & condiments as well. Bring an appetite.