New Bern, North Carolina, offers a diverse and delectable food and beverage scene that reflects its coastal charm and Southern heritage. Downtown, The Chelsea serves upscale comfort food like crab-stuffed flounder and creative burgers, while Morgan’s Tavern & Grill delights with hearty dishes such as shrimp and grits in a cozy, historic setting. Beer enthusiasts can sip local pours at Brewery 99 or Freshwater Beer Co. With bakeries like Bella’s Cafe and Catering and coffee shops like Crema Brew, plus the iconic Pepsi Store for a nostalgic glass bottle soda, New Bern’s culinary landscape caters to every palate, blending fresh ingredients with small-town hospitality.
***A searchable and sortable list view of all of the food and beverage places we have visited in New Bern is available here.***













