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Atlantic Beach
 
Amos Mosquito's Restaurant & Bar
703 East Fort Macon Road
Atlantic Beach, NC 28512
(252) 247-6222
 
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Amos Mosquito's is the Crystal Coast's premier family restaurant. The relaxing low country atmosphere over looks beautiful bogue sound. The friendly, knowledgedable staff serves great nightly specials along with a superb varied menu of fresh fish, steaks, pork, chicken, & fried seafood. This place is truly for the whole family.

Channel Marker Restaurant
718 Atlantic Beach Cswy
Atlantic Beach, NC 28512
(252) 247-2344
 
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Fresh and fabulous seafood, angus beef and more award-winning entrees, desserts and favorite beverages. Relax in our scenic, panaromic atrium lounge. Dine al-fresco on the largest deck overlooking Bogue Sound. Feast with friends at the Channel Marke Restaurant, Cateret County's finest in hospitality, foot of the bridge, Atlantic Beach.

Crab's Claw Oceanfront Fine Caribbean Cuisine
201 West Atlantic Blvd.
Atlantic Beach, NC
(252) 726-8222
 
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The Crab's Claw Restaurant is located on the Crystal Coast of Eastern North Carolina. This beautiful structure sits on the ocean of the main beach of Atlantic Beach. This particular island is one of the only three beaches on the East coast that face south. The Crab's Claw's outdoor decks enjoy both the sunset and the sunrise. Interestingly enough in the fall, winter and early spring wild porpoises swim and feed right off the coast of the island. The winter tourists get a spectacular view of these magnificent animals as they feed and teach their young to swim. The crystal coast is one of the largest areas of the East Coast in which dolphin and porpoises breed.

Milazzo Italian Restaurant
2717 W Fort Macon Rd
Atlantic Beach, NC
(252) 222-4014
 
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Milazzo Italian Restaurant at the Sheraton Atlantic Beach invites you to experience authentic Italian cuisine while overlooking the beautiful Atlantic Ocean. Milazzo's features a family style menu as well as a la carte and serves breakfast, lunch or dinner daily. Crystal Coast Cookin Package: $149.00 includes one night accomadations and Dinner for Two in Milazzo's. Valid February 1- April 30, 2008.

Scotch Harbor
1010 W. Fort Macon Road
Atlantic Beach Station
Atlantic Beach, NC
(252) 240-0177
 
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Chef Donny Gilliam has finally returned to the Crystal Coast with his unique expression of an Italian/Mediterranean cuisine. In an atmosphere of understanded elegance, Scotch Harbour offers the finest food, atmosphere, and service. Metro Magazine calls it "a big splash"; they just call it "A Nice Little Bistro."

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Beaufort
 
Aqua Restaurant
114 Middle Lane
Beaufort, NC 28516
(252) 728-7777
 
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Offering innovative tapas fare, seafood entrees and choice beef presented in a casually upscale ambience. Aqua uses fresh, local products whenever possible and supports Carteret Catch and our local farms. Large wine list featuring wines by the glass or bottle. "Aqua's urban-chic decor wets the appetite for sophisticated, internationally inspired food.. "On all accounts, Aqua was an exceptional dining experience." Moreton Neal, Metro Magazine, Raleigh. Open for dinner Tuesday-Saturday. Reservations Suggested. Prices $8-$26.

Beaufort Grocery Co.
117 Queen Street
Beaufort, NC 28516
(252) 728-3899
 
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Open for lunch, dinner, & Sunday brunch. Full ABC permit. On/Off premise catering. Closed on Tuesday.

Blue Moon Bistro
119 Queen Street
Beaufort, NC
(252) 728-8500
 
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Blue Moon offers fine, creative cuisine in a casual historic setting. We feature fresh, local ingredients and match them with fine imported and domestic wine. Unpretentious to Asian cuisine that is truly out of this world.

Boardwalk Café
510 Front Street
Beaufort, NC
(252) 728-0933
 
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Come dine with us on the Beaufort waterfront, offering indoor/outdoor seating overlooking Taylor Creek. Watch beautiful boats or dolphin travel by, or wild ponies frolic on Carrot Island. Serving awesome breakfast, lunch and dinner, specializing in Seafood, Beef, and Poultry. Children's menu, take-out, catering, and banquet facilities. All ABC permits.

Clawson's
425 Front Street
Beaufort, NC 28516
(252) 728-2692
 
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Recommended by Traveler Magazine, Fodor's, and Fromer's we have been serving Fresh Seafood, baby back ribs, Steaks, Great Pastas, salads and Desserts to die for, for over 30 years. Located on the historic Beaufort waterfront Clawson's is a local's favorite. Originally Clawson's Grocery in 1905 and owned by Charles Clawson we maintain an old Beaufort feel in our historic building now over 100 years old. Open for LUnch and dinner Monday thru SAturday and in the summer dinner only on Sundays. Private dining room available for events for up to 60. Clawson's 1905 Restaurant & Pub, a history of good foods on the Beaufort Waterfront.

Front Street Grill At Stillwater
300 Front Street
Beaufort, NC 28516
(252) 728-4956
 
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Front Street Grill at Stillwater is considered one of the premier restaurants on the North Carolina coast. The warm yellow dining room with its large picture windows overlooking the water is the perfect setting to showcase their New World cuisine. Lunch and Dinner served daily inside or outside on the waterfront decks. "Wine Spectator Award of Excellence Winner"

Sharpies Grill And Bar
521 Front Street
Beaufort, NC
(252) 838-0101
 
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Sharpies grill and bar is Carteret County's only four star, award-winning, fine dining establishment. A member of Carteret Catch and North Carolina Goodness Grows, Sharpies redefines coastal dining using fresh, local seafood, produce, certified Angus beef, housemade pastas and desserts. Outstanding wine list and full bar. Reservations Recommended.

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Cape Carteret
 
The Fairway Restaurant
833 Highway 58
Cape Carteret, NC
(252) 393-6444
 
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We offer a diverse menu that is sure to have "Something for Everyone." Mention this ad to receive 1/2 off the price of any appetizer. Located less than 1 mile from the Emerald Isle Bridge. Open daily 11am to 9pm, (lunch and dinner). Closed Sundays. Extensive kids menu. Catering for any event, any budget!

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Emerald Isle
 
Ballyhoo's Island Sport Grill
140 Fairview Drive
Emerald Isle, NC
(252) 354-9397
 
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With its contemporary, sleek island sports design, custom hand done floors and bars, 6-40" HD LCD TV's & the main 102" HD Big Screen, Ballyhoo's isn't your typical Sports Bar. It caters to those looking for a nice spot to catch the game and eat some great food in an upscale sports atmosphere. Ballyhoo's serves only Certified Angus Meats from our burgers to our Filet Mignon. We are a family & kid friendly restaurant. We do have a late night with "Live Music" that starts about 9:30 for adults only (over 21) on select nights, mainly Thursday or Saturday nights.

Kathryn's Bistro & Martini Bar
8002 Emerald Drive
Emerald Isle, NC
(252) 354-6200
 
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Kathryn's Bistro as established in June 2004 and has since become Emerald Isle's premier restaurant. In addition to its imcomporable menu, Kathryn's offers nighly specials. Its delectable cuisine, first class service and elegant atmosphere is why Kathryn's was voted Best Creative Cuisine and Best Fine Dining by Coaster Magazine.

Portofino Ristorante & Wine Bar
9106 Coast Guard Road
Emerald Isle, NC
(252) 354-8111
 
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Since its opening in July 2006, Portofino Ristorante has already made its mark as the best Italian at he beach. The wine bar houses over 100 different kinds of Italian and domestic wines. Portofino highlightes the traditional Northern Italian cuisine along with new-age Italian varieties

Rucker Johns
8700 Emerald Drive
Emerald Isle, NC
(252) 354-5700
 
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Outstanding food, service, and quality. Excellence is more than a goal - it is our standard!
We hope you'll agree and will dine with us again soon!

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Morehead City
 
Café Zito
105 South 11th Street
Morehead City, NC
(252) 726-6676
 
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Offering fresh local seafood, beef and other local products exquisitely prepared as creataive Mediterranean cuisine. Including a variety of vegetarian dishes, homemade pasta and homemade deserts. Spanish tapas style dining available on specific nights. Located downtown in a beautiful historic home, enjoy didning inside or on the porch.

California Roll
909-B Arrendell Street
Morehead City, NC 28557
(252) 240-1364
 
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California Roll is the local hangout for fresh and healthy food; such as: sushi rolls, salads, nigiri and rice paper rolls. Specialty rolls inlcude spicy tuna, crunchy oyster and Cajun Flounder rolls. Please mention this ad for a free Califonia roll with the purchase of any sushi roll of equal or greater value.

Calypso North Restaurant
1103 A. North 20th Street
Morehead City, NC
(252) 247-9600
 
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Wining and Dining under the palms is the theme of our new restaurant in Morehead. By blending tropical cuisine with 23 years of restaurant experience, we offer an isnaldn culinary escape from the ordinary. You will find us far more gulfstream than mainstream. Extenisve wine list and all ABC permits.

Chefs 105
105 S 7th Street
Morehead City, NC
(252) 240-1105
 
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Contemporary Casual Dining on the Morehead City waterfront specializing in wood fire grilled black angus beef and sustainable local seafood.

Floyd's 1921 Restaurant
4th Street And Bridges Street
Morehead City, NC 28557
(252) 727-1921
 
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Floyd's 1921 Restaurant provies a "Taste of the South" with old favorites, Meatloaf, Deviled Eggs, Collards, Shrimp & Grits and new favorites, High Cotton Crab Cakes served over Creamed Spinach, Fried Oyster & Anduoille Sausage Gumbo. Located in an Old Southern Home, Floyd's Staff serves you in an enviroment of comfort & charm.

Garden Gate Café & Deli
Morehead City, NC
(252) 247-4061
 
Serving gourmet sandwiches, homemade salads and breakast. Deli trays. Boars head meats and cheeses. Homemade cakes for the holidays.

Mrs. Culpepper's Crab Café And Thai Stir-Fry
5370-D Hwy 70 N
Morehead City, NC
(252) 240-1960
 
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Thai cuisine from Lek's native Thailand; Fresh seafood from Garry's commercial fishing. Buffett or cafeteria style; seafood plates and platters, or all-u-care to eat seafood. Best known for our crabcakes.

Piccata's Fine Dining
506 Arendell Street
Morehead City, NC 28557
(252) 240-3380
 
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Picatta's is Carteret County's little secret. As proud members of Carteret Catch, the owners are always there to prepare you the freshest local seafood available. Local's favorites are Kelly's signature Triggerfish Piccata, Tuna Topped with Pan Fried Oysters & Chipotle Aioli, Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes, & Baby Back Ribs

The Bistro-By-The-Sea Restaurant & Private Banquet
4031 Arendell Street
Morehead City, NC 28557
(252) 247-2777
 
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The Bistro-by-the-Sea is described as "a lost jewel found amongst the sand." With its emphasis on CarteretCatch, our fresh, locally caught seafood, guests from around the world delight in the explosion of flavors only this cuisine can ignite. However, for land lovers, the Midwestern, Italian and Asian backgrounds of the husband and wife owners, Tim Coyne and Libby Eeaton have brought the finest prepared international dishes from succulent steaks to pasta dishes to sushi all the way to the Crystal Coast.

William's
711 Evans St.
Morehead City, NC 28557
(252) 240-1755
 
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The deliciously innovative offerings of Chef William Bell and his talented staff using North Carolina seafood-shrimp, crab, fish, scallops-plus lamb, local Back Angus beef, and other seasonal ingredients are combined with gracious service in this beautifully appointed Morehead City water front restaurant to create lasting memories for you and your family.

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Salter Path
 
Carlton's Fine Dining At The Beach
Mm 11, N.C. Hwy. 58
Salter Path, NC 28575
(252) 808-3404
 
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The Jewel of the Crystal Coast. A cozy intimate restaurant that always exceeds any expectation. Nestled in the heart of Salter Path. Best known for their crab cakes, Carlton's serves exquisite fare never skimping on quality. Reservations ar ealways recommended since seating is limited. We also offer clambakes to-go.