Location: Beaufort
Top Restaurants in Beaufort
Top Things to do in Beaufort
- 1. Fort Macon State Park
- 2. Island Express Ferry Service
- 3. North Carolina Maritime Museum
- 4. Fort Macon
- 5. Cape Lookout Lighthouse
- 6. Beaufort Historic Site Old Burying Ground
- 7. Shackleford Banks
- 8. Oceanana Pier & Pier House Restaurant
- 9. Beaufort Historic Site Visitor Center and Museum
- 10. Rachel Carson Reserve
Beaufort Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Beaufort
Beaufort (/ˈboʊfərt/ BOH-fərt) is a town in and the county seat of Carteret County, North Carolina, United States. Established in 1709 and incorporated in 1723, Beaufort is the third-oldest town in North Carolina (after Bath and Edenton). On February 1, 2012, Beaufort was ranked as "America's Coolest Small Town" by readers of Budget Travel Magazine.
Things to do in Beaufort
1. Aqua Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 413 reviews
Our menu is created to bring you the freshest seasonal items available presented with a creative touch. Aqua’s small plates offer you an exciting array of tastes in ‘just right” portions ideal for passing around the table or enjoying two or three as a full meal. Aqua’s Big Plates feature "North Carolina seafood served stylishly" with the freshest local seafood and Choice Beef Filet, as well as local produce when it’s seasonally available. Aqua prides itself on offering fresh, local products and supporting our local fisherman and farmers.
Reviewed By hlkjx4 - Los Angeles, California
We walked around this little town and saw that Aqua was having a wine pairing to compliment their dinner menu. That was enough for us. SO GOOD! Everything is fresh and local and plates are designed to share.
2. Cru Wine Bar & Beaufort Coffee Shop
Overall Ratings
4 based on 146 reviews
Reviewed By Schram5 - Knoxville, Tennessee
We enjoyed a great brew of coffee one afternoon, no creamer needed. The next night sat out back on this precious back porch with a glass of wine and mixed drink while we waited for our Ghost Walk to begin. Later that evening, this place was "Happenin'" at the bar from the street view but we had our children with us so did not join. I will go back and try the food on our next trip to Beaufort. Wonderful location.
3. The General Store
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 75 reviews
Homemade ice cream and fudge.
Reviewed By Thumper747 - Beaufort, North Carolina
This was a general store which had a deli in the back. Unfortunately, its corporate ownership closed it down. a year or two ago. The sandwiches were great, and it had a great ambience. It was a very convenient stop for locals in the area who did not want to drive down through the other side of Beaufort for something that could be picked up from this location quickly.
4. Dunkin' Donuts
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By Nicole B
I had an egg and cheese croisant. Delicious as usual. Drive thru service was fast. Recommended for a quick breakfast.
5. City Kitchen
Overall Ratings
5 based on 195 reviews
City Kitchen is a Waterfront Restaurant with approachable American Cuisine that is kicked up a notch. Just like our great country, the chef draws from our diverse ethnic mix, with Southern, Asian, Hispanic and other influences. City Kitchen's cuisine is imaginative yet familiar. We are an unpretentious restaurant, with an inviting decor and awesome food! (Our desserts are pretty darn tasty too!) Dinner Wed- Sat 5:30pm-until We also have a Waterfront-open air bar that is open in Season on Fri and Sat evenings. Call for hours as this is weather dependent.
Reviewed By beck6286 - Scarsdale, New York
Seven of us dined at City Kitchen recently and everyone left happy. Although a little tricky to get to because of highway construction, once there you'll find a wonderful marina view, friendly and competent service amd a kitchen that aims to please. We all had drinks, appetizers and mains and were uniformly pleased.
6. Blue Moon Bistro
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 246 reviews
Reviewed By Steve F - Columbia, South Carolina
This lovely restaurant is on a side street less than a block form the water. White tablecloths, friendly wonderful waitress and fresh...really fresh and local seafood. Also a nice selection of wines. We had local flounder and oysters and tuna from the Outer Banks. Memorable, romantic dinner. We also noticed lots of locals that came in. The staff greeted them by name and gave them hugs. I am sure during the summer this place is packed.
7. Beaufort Grocery CO
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 597 reviews
Reviewed By edgar1525 - Kernersville, North Carolina
My wife stopped in for lunch on a drizzly, cold day. The atmosphere is casual and relaxed. I ordered the Ruben and my wife got the crabcake sandwich. The service was a little slow, but it was worth the wait. My Ruben was made with FRESH corned beef, cole slaw instead of sauerkraut and remoulade sauce in place of mustard. Wow! It was awesome and so large I could only eat half...don't worry, I took the other half with me for later! My wife's crabcake sandwich also had the remoulade on a fresh croissant and it too was excellent. Highly recommended!
8. Front Street Grill at Stillwater
Overall Ratings
4 based on 532 reviews
Reviewed By Cathy C - Wendell
Excellent food & service! Jerk chicken wings & tuna tacos were incredibly delicious! Also, for a drink, do try the Painkiller! Beautiful waterfront views, if outside on deck. Dock parking if you arrive by boat. Maritime Museum is just across the street. Very convenient to walk waterfront, however, vehicle parking can be difficult at times.
9. The Spouter Inn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 708 reviews
Waterfront dining in Historic Beaufort, North Carolina. Recently renovated, ahhhmazing views, covered waterfront deck! Bar & Lounge with waterfront views & full menu service. A beautiful setting to relax,enjoy a great meal and true southern hospitality! Serving FRESH LOCAL CARTERET CATCH and CERTIFIED ANGUS BEEF. Our in house BAKERY provides fabulous desserts, breads, special orders and retail/take out service. Dinner reservations recommended and accepted by telephone only. CALL FOR OFF SEASON HOURS
Reviewed By Bob D - Richmond, Virginia
Fun Meal outside on the deck along side the water. The staff is friendly and there is a good menu and good bar as well. It is a very fun atmosphere. Our only suggestion is to have better tables and chairs outside. We understand they are outside, but plastic can be very uncomfortable. That said, we could have sat inside, and we would sit outside again.
10. The Cedars Inn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 156 reviews
Reviewed By BMaryB52 - Morehead City, North Carolina
The four of us enjoyed all aspects of our evening/dinner at this restaurant. The waitress was pleasant and attentive. The atmosphere is charming and inviting. The food, from appetizer to entree, was cooked to perfection. I find the previous negative comment hard to believe. I highly recommend The Cedars Inn Restaurant.
