Morgan's Tavern & Grill

The food was great. The service was impressive. We sat at the bar and the two young ladies tending bar were impressively attentive in such a casual way. We barely noticed they were taking care of us, but we never had an empty glass. The staff have an energy that is fun to witness. This is 100% repeatable.

It was busy and there was definitely a wait but worth it. I had the lobster & crab bisque as the appetizer and the mushroom burger w/ sweet potato fries. Everything was delicious! Price was decent depending on what you get. I would definitely recommend anyone in the area to try. There was off street parking.

I went with my wife and son for lunch Thursday. My wife had a poor boy like meal with sweet potato fries. My son had the fried shrimp and fries and I had the grilled shrimp and fries. We all loved our food and look forward to eating there again. If you don’t get there early parking can be a challenge.

Wow, this restaurant in New Bern is excellent. The employees are all very friendly and helpful. They are professionally dressed. Large dining area including outdoor seating and a nice bar. I had a great Bourbon old fashioned and my wife had a glass of wine. I ordered the shrimp tacos with twisted fries, and my wife had the crab and lobster bisque with a salad. Our server Ashley was outstanding. The best shrimp tacos I have ever had! My wife said the bisque was incredible with lots of crab and lobster! And the salad was fresh and tasty with a delicious dressing. The old fashioned was on point! Everything was amazing and the staff was fantastic. I would highly recommend this wonderful restaurant in downtown New Bern, and I can't wait to come back and try some of the other delectable delights. I forgot to mention that the warm honey drizzeled croissants they serve at the beginning are extremely delicious ! Yummy 😋

First of all service is fantastic. Super attentive staff and waiters. Second the food is really tasty, well presented and perfectly cooked. Crab dip, sea scallops dish and lobster bisque were supreme Definitely high quality restaurant worth visiting in downtown New Bern

We stopped here during a recent road trip. It feels much bigger inside than it looks from the outside. Food was delicious. We had half-club sandwich on marble rye and cup of lobster crab bisque; and haddock and fries. Our server, Christian, helped us feel welcome - it makes such a difference when your server smiles at you!

Do yourself a favor and get the salmon! I got the orange sauce on the side, and it was perfect. The mac and cheese was also great. The server I had was training, but I was constantly checked on, and never went without. It seems like the staff really enjoy working there, which makes me like the restaurant more. You cannot go wrong with the food at Morgan’s!

Ever since going to Morgan's when we first were in New Bern in September 2024 looking for houses in the area, I have craved their Creole Shrimp & Rice Bowl. I would be happy to wait the 1+ hours they seem to always give you without any reservation. I have had it a few times since September 2024, but this past weekend changed that craving. :( Unsure if it was an off night for whoever made the dish, but it was not the same and I was super sad. Much more tomatoey and barely any sausage in it. Bread served with it was even different. First photo is back in Sep 2024 and second was this past weekend (May 2025). I will say, a few more pros of this restaurant before I go to more negatives. Atmosphere is always nice and I have yet to sit on the patio, which looks lovely. Service has never been bad, however, the long wait times for a table can suck when you are hungry (they only take so many reservations a night - so call early in the week if you plan to go!). Honey croissants at the beginning are also a yummy touch. Now onto the next big negative for me: kids menu. We paid $12.50 for KIDS chicken tenders that came with fruit (cheap fruit - melons, etc.) and it didn't even include the soft drink!! That was extra, which is just outrageous. A kids grilled cheese was also over $8 (again, no drink included). Fix the kids menu prices and what is included and I would definitely be back sooner rather than later to try something different on the menu. *We have also come here for lunch before and food was also so-so*

Excellent food and service all set in unique historical surroundings! Grilled Shrimp tacos served with sweet potato fries with bread pudding dipping sauce!!! A definite must try when in New Bern NC!

Alright, well now we know that waiting 2.5 hours is def worth it! Hahaha. We expecting maybe an hour wait, when we asked the hostess at about 6pm on Saturday evening. But it was worth it!! For sure coming back (with reservations) when we come visit New Bern again!!

Excellent salmon and rice entre, cooked to perfection! No wait to sit at the bar and fun! See photo of bar tender.

Come for the amazing atmosphere and stay for the food! Wow - it was all great and the service was amazing too. Totally surprised by the orange honey croissants! As an out of towner, I'm so glad I picked this place tonight.

Great food , great location in a very cute town !! Service was friendly. The portion of the food were worth the money. Super busy get there early or you will wait an hour but it is worth the wait , we end up shopping at some of the cute stores . Don't sleep on the place

Very popular place in downtown New Bern. We had to get on a wait list for lunch, which was about 30 minutes long. The process was painless. They text you when your table is ready. Quick Highlights - Very popular, expect a wait - Lots of items on the menu - Good selection of draft beer and wine - Indoor and outdoor seating - Dogs welcomed outside - Complimentary Croissants with honey - Food is good and the service is great Lunch menu consists of several burger and sandwich options, along with salads and other entrees (flounder and chips, shrimp and fries, meatloaf, and seafood tacos). I got the Spicy Bella burger. The burger was a solid choice. Very juicy and cooked to your requested temperature. I was expecting the Spicy Bella to be, well, spicy with the tiger sauce and jalapeños. It really wasn't spicy at all. The homage chips as a side were very good. The tavern can handle large groups. Outside seating is covered and heated. Overall it s great place to eat. Glad we discovered it on our trip.

My 7th visit and everything is great. 6 hours ribs, pork chop, chicken cordon bleu and my favorite salad entree, tropical chicken salad served in half of a sweet pineapple. Today I just came for a hot bowl of French onion soup, so amazing right down to the broth. Wait there Is more, pet friendly on a heated patio. Everyone is friendly and the honey croissants are a great blend of sweet and savory.

Lots of choices even for picky eaters. Food was good, service was good and if you like a coastal/wooden theme indoors, this is definitely the place for you.

I just moved to the area and this is the first place I went to try in downtown New Bern. There's separate parking for Morgan's customers, but it does fill up very quickly. However, there's 2 hour parking on almost every street which is convenient. I chose this restaurant because it allows dogs on the patio, which I really liked! When I first got to the restaurant, my server gave me just the food menu. I didn't realize they had a drink menu until I saw everyone who got seating after me getting one. I know mistakes happen, so I asked my server for a drink menu and she said she would go get it. I was disappointed that it took almost 20 more minutes for my server to get me a drink menu. I don't know if she just forgot, but it was mid day and not busy at all. The server wasn't very friendly either, so it just made the experience a bit awkward. They give you complimentary honey croissants which were amazing! However, the Big Sweety Burger wasn't good at all and was super dry and lacked flavor. The fries were sub par as well and just did not taste good to me. It was an overall "okay" experience and I was really expecting more based on some good reviews. I wouldn't recommend this place. There's definitely better restaurants right next door that would provide a better experience.

Great food ,great service. Waiters very professional and courteous. Prices are good Beautiful decor

Started our meal with the portobello chips which a refreshing take on an appetizer. Perfectly seasoned tempura batter then lightly fried. Served as a crispy chip with jalapeño ranch dressing. If you're not into spicy food, then their ranch is a perfect alternative. Their jalapeño cream cheese burger is a nice follow up. The cream cheese turns into melty gooeyness with just a hint of jalapeño and sweet BBQ sauce truly elevates the burger. Sweet potato fries with their cinnamon dip truly completes the meal. Whenever they serve their pot roast, get it! It will instantly transport you back to your childhood and the pot roast Momma used to make! Just don't tell her it's that good! You can always count on the attentiveness and professionalism of their staff. You can really tell the love their job and the management team. Morgan's is a win-win for everyone at your table. Trust me, you won't be disappointed.

Every time we come to New Bern we stop to eat here and it never disappoints. We haven't had anything we don't like. Will keep coming back.

Service was great,waitress very friendly and helpful. Food was great and reasonably priced for a high end restaurant. The atmosphere is warm and friendly. We've been here several times and will continue to support this business.

Morgan's Tavern & Grill is definitely the place to be on a Friday night. The place was hopping with over a 45 minute wait, but we got very lucky and snagged a private high top table in the bar. Our waitress was very friendly. Prior to our meal we were served complimentary croissants with honey. I didn't know that was a thing, but I'm here to tell you it is a good thing! We ordered the Tuna and Shrimp entree and The "Greek" salad for dinner. The Tuna and shrimp was served over a scrumptious combination of black beans, corn, feta with some seasoning and sauces. I could have eaten that alone as a meal sans the seafood. So Good! The salad was your average Greek Salad, but good. The restaurant is housed within a building dating back to 1912. I loved the interior and the way different dining areas were created.

Food is amazing here. They serve croissants with honey drizzled on top as an appetizer. Beyond the food, the most impressive aspect is the customer service. It's top-notch. I forgot my to-go plate and returned five minutes later. Although it had been thrown away, the Team went the extra mile to get me new fries.

Last minute late lunch meetup with sometimes picky family. Great food and fabulous service. Our server was the most attentive I have had in a long time. Everybody was happy even the picky family members. Already making plans to go again.

The shrimp & crab special was out of this world! I was a bit disappointed when the waitress asked me to cut into the sirloin to be sure it was cooked as requested (medium rare). It was not pink in the center and they offered repeatedly to bring a new dish. After one bite, I refused to allow them to take away my plate. It was to die for!!!!! Both the special & molasses pork chops were ! Rebecca was awesome & the atmosphere was beautiful & relaxing.

Food was good Great service Not inexpensive but reasonable Would recommend to friends

FABULOUS service and good. Sat in the bar area and were treated with kindness and professionalism by all who we encountered.

Was not greeted when I entered the establishment. The hostess did not make eye contact during the reservation process. I was told there was a 26 minute wait- was informed that the table was ready in 10 Minutes. I ordered the char-crusted salmon- it was fresh, no flavor at all. I informed the waitress of my distaste and she returned with "orange sauce" - which tasted like condensed milk. The bill did not reflect the quality of the food. I would never return to this Restaurant- I was truly disappointed.

Since moving to New bern two months ago, once a week, I treat myself to dinner at Morgan's. I've never been disappointed. Whether it's the fried oyster appetizer, fettuccine Alfredo, or Caesar salad, the food's always been delicious, service, always courteous and timely. And those fresh baked croissants out of this world.

Wow, Morgan's is timeless yet modern. Walking into the place you get the feel of Old New Bern but the ambience is modern, you can hear light conversations, the music is accompanying the conversations and the food wraps your mind! The drinks were not disappointing. Opening condiment for the first course was outstanding. The meals were abundant and full-filling. Every walk of human being is there enjoying a full experience of food, camaraderie, laughs, and good wholesome fun!!! The front of the house service was top notch from the hostess greetings to the waitress who cares about delivering great service and providing warm energy with each smile. Every need was met!!! I definitely will be back to sample more!

Worth the wait! Creative dishes. Quality food. Clean atmosphere. Friendly staff. Perfect experience. We tried Friday night but you need to make reservation early. So went Saturday for lunch. Told 45 min wait. Turned out 25 minutes or less. Can't wait to come back.

Great experience at Morgan's tonight. The place was packed (6:30 on a Wednesday night in New Bern. Weird, but typical.), but the hostess offered us a high top near the bar. Nate, or server, was an absolute delight. Very attentive, great at multi tasking, and extremely pleasant. I got a grilled romaine salad with chicken, which was excellent. My son got a burger, which I assume he enjoyed because he ate it in like four bites. We were in and out of Morgan's in under 30 minutes, which was perfect.

I don't get it. The food was mediocre at best. Service was sub-par. This place is the definition of overrated

I love this restaurant. We return every time we are in the area. Great food and service. The only suggestion is to make it clear on the menu that substituting out fries for a healthier side like broccoli is an upcharge. Example, the drunken Haddock says you can substitute out fries but doesn't mention the 1.99 upcharge our waitress told us exists. Not a problem for the charge, just would like to see it on the menu somewhere.

My friends and I came here on a Saturday evening. We were walking around town and came upon this restaurant. We had a lovely experience. We walked in around 4:25 pm and put our name in. They told us it would be about an hour wait but I think it was a little shorter around 45-50 minutes. We were seated outside but there were heaters so it was comfortable. My friends and I ordered the crab dip to split. It was very crabby and cheesy and warm! We really enjoyed it. It was good price for the amount of food, about $15. I loved the complimentary honey croissants! They were delicious. I ordered the tuna tacos for about $14. I really enjoyed them! There was a lot of tuna. It was cooked very well and tasted fresh. It also came with a side. I chose Mac and cheese and liked it! Very creamy and warm and cheesy. Overall I was very full and really enjoyed our meal here! Thought the food was great and a good price.

Popular place with a big menu. Fun location. Higher prices than the mediocre food should warrant Slow service. Had the "the famous " lobster and crab bisque. Maybe, 5 oz of puréed seafood soup with a 1/4 tsp of crab. No crackers. $8. Shrimp tacos were rubbery and bland with overcooked unseasoned chips for $15?? Nope. Do not recommend.

This is the only place I have seen fried scallops on the menu and they were delicious!! They were cooked to perfection, not greasy or over battered. The shrimp were equally tasteful and it made for a perfect seafood experience. I added broccoli and asparagus and both were buttery and tasty. The service was perfection. Very attentive and ensured that we were satisfied. The outdoor seating is amazing -- it feels private, though there are tables all around. I would definitely return!

Typical pub, crowded and lively with slightly above average food. The New Bern restaurant scene is mediocre.

Went there at 11:30 AM on Friday completely packed already. I can see why- great ambience w/ Christmas decor made it very festive & inviting. The hostesses greeted us right away,very friendly. Our waitress was there right away, took our drink order. We ordered mimosas. They were absolutely delicious. She went over the specials. We loved our lunch. I had a turkey cranberry sandwich. Very good and my sister had a Cuban both sandwiches were excellent. Service was quick, food was great. The ambience was awesome great all around. I will definitely be back.

The wife and I and the dog ventured to New Bern and found this place. Here are my thoughts : * Sat outside and had great service ..the honey croissants were good . * I had a grilled chicken sandwich that was excellent , tender and moist, better than most I've had anywhere . Twisted fries were tasty as well. * The wife had a French dip which she was good but a little salty...her mac n cheese was very tasty however . * They have a dog menu which is awesome and Jax had the grilled chicken and broccoli and mashed potatoes..well, he had the chicken...2 paws up! I'd eat there again if I'm ever in town ....

4th time visiting here, we visit for special occasions. This visit was for my Birthday. Service and waitress very attentive, however my dish undesirable I ordered the ribeye not a lot of flavor. There were no grill marks on the steak and very little fat which lends to little flavor. I have never had a ribeye that was cut like a ham steak, really believe food service cut of meat and cooked on flat top and sauce added. Due to the grain of the meat and how dense it was I don't believe it was ribeye. I really believe sirloin instead of ribeye. We ordered desert mine supposed to be free, nope charged for all. We visited June 2024 for my daughter's birthday. It was okay salmon was way over seasoned and overcooked. I will probably be searching for another spot for special occasions. My family of 4 spend a lot of money here, drinks, appetizers, deserts and entrees. Service has always been good however food quality has declined.

Excellent food, service and atmosphere. Great location and reasonable prices. Worth a try when you are in New Bern.

It's absolutely worth the hype! My husband and I spent an overnight trip in New Bern to celebrate our anniversary. I wanted a nice restaurant and found Morgan's on Yelp. We had a bit of a wait, but it was a busy Saturday. The food was wonderful. The croissant rolls were heavenly! They were hot, fluffy, and dripping with honey and butter when our server, Bryson, delivered them. We adored the crab bisque, but the main dishes were amazing. My husband had the seared scallops with the pineapple salsa, and I had shrimp and scallops. Cooked perfectly and able to slice through the scallops like they were butter. To top it off, we had a lemon drop for dessert. Lemon, raspberry, and cream...what more could you ask for? Can not wait to visit again.

Cool place for a bite to eat and to grab a drink. Meatloaf and mashed potatoes were great as was the Boring chicken sandwich which was far from boring. Highly recommend.

Our first time to New Bern, we were set on checking out another local hot spot but with the place packed on a beautiful Saturday day we doubt we could get a spot. We saw that there was a large cooler with small bottles of waters free for those exploring the town. A nice gesture that impressed me that they were hospitable like that. I was surprised that we were greet by some warm honey croissants for the table which was a welcome sight after being on the road for a while. Luckily while looking for street parking we ended up in front of Morgans! We took it as a sign to check this place out and glad we did. With a 30 minute wait during a busy lunch rush we decided to check out the high top tables and bar area for possible seating for our 6 person table. We threw two tables together and got to order and eating than waiting for a formal spot. Luckily with the help of our great waitress, Lauren we were able to claim an area right below the sun roof in the restaurant to enjoy the day while inside. Lauren was helpful walking us thru what she has tried and enjoyed since this was our first time here. We grabbed some appetizers; the fried oysters with cooked spinach, bacon with a Thai spicy chili sauce. The other app was a baked crab dip with a proportionate amount of pita as stated by my sister. A small plus. Our dishes ranged from the Cuban with ham and pork with a side of tavern twisted fries or a sweet potatoes fries. They did make the mistake and dropped one half of the sandwich for my mom and brought out the other half and made a full new sandwich for her. An early Mother's Day gift. I opted for the Meatloaf which was delicious with a rich brown gravy on top of a stuffing fritter which still had a good crunch to it even though it was surrounded by gravy. I think the crowd favorite was my dad's tuna lettuce wraps with cucumber wasabi drizzle, black beans, pico and raw tuna. It was a light meal that didn't leave you feeling sluggish walking out but full and content with four lettuce boats. The different pours of beers were a nice addition to our meal. We liked the Pilsner, IPA and Golden Ale. Last but not least was dessert with a raspberry lemon drop, carrot cake with pineapple inside and candied pecans and a bourbon pecan pie. They were all shareable sizes but weren't overtly sweet. All in all between the great service and the food we will be back. They provide that welcoming vibe with their service and their food.

Wait time was typical for a Friday night, Food was very good.. The Honey Croissants were awesome. I ordered the "Ribeye 35" and it was very juicy and flavorful. Definitely recommend this place to those in town or visiting. Will definitely come again

My favorite place to go when I'm home visiting! The service, the ambiance, and the food & drinks are great. I'll be back very soon!

Went here while visiting New Bern, NC. The food, service, and ambiance were all amazing! Our server was the best and super friendly and helpful. First time having hot honey and croissants and it definitely won't be the last.

Food was good. Waitress was wonderful - Danielle first then another one. Disappointed in the seating especially since we had a reservation. Stuck in a corner with a table of 14 young women next to us. No one wants that! BUT The front desk staff apparently hated their job or just didn't like elderly people. Not ONE of them looked up as we checked in.....NOT ONE! I would have left had it not been that we had additional people coming in our party. I mean not ONE of the four people at the front check in desk even had the courtesy to welcome us nor look at us. This is totally unacceptable. Will never ever go back. Your front desk team can make or break your restaurant and these folks were certainly out to do exactly this.

Very Very good food and service. The Ambiance is also very good. I think it is the nicest place in New Bern to eat.

Super experience at Morgan's. We had a party of 7, and they were able to seat us quickly. The server was fantastic, and checked in on us frequently. The food was great. We had a variety of entrees and they were all great. Would definitely return.

When we asked at The History Center where do the locals eat - the recommendation was Morgan's Tavern & Grill. Let me tell ya, the locals know good food, cool vibes, and friendly staff! The building was built in 1912 as a garage, but they have turned it into a cool palace, lots of original brickwork still there and the ceiling is fabulous! Ariana was our waitress, and she was great, ask her how The Big Greg's Club sandwich got its name - heartwarming and sweet. She brought out honey buttered croissants to get us started - YES, please! We ordered The Cuban and The Loaded Dip and shared them. Holy WOW, they were both flavorful, piping hot, and left us wanting more! The bread was soft and slightly warm, the meat was cooked to perfection and the au jus was spot on! This is a fun place with deep roots in the community - we will be back and I highly recommend that you stop by when you are in the lovely town of New Bern, NC.

Morgan's has great food, service and a cozy ambience. Great place for a date night or the whole family. The fried oyster appetizer is our favorite.

Nothing special here. Overpriced, mediocre food, at best. The fried asparagus on one of our entrees still had the purple rubber band on it! There is no excuse for this!! The less than apologetic unprofessional manager offered dessert on the house to our party but then had the waitress inform us that only one dessert was on the house. The crab dip appetizer was cold and mostly just gummy cheese. The meatloaf was a dense chunk of meat and something, swimming in a rich sweet sauce. It must be hard to be a waitress here. We won't be back.

The food is amazing! But it's hard to get reservations! The wait list is long usually a hour! But there are always tables empty! My suggestion, please don't take reservations, people don't always show up, use a waitlist only!

I don't go out of my way to praise restaurants normally, BUT had lunch at Morgan's yesterday! 1st time there! The service was beyond great! The lunch was very good! However just on a whim I decided to look at their dessert tray! Since I've just lost 140 lbs I don't do that often! I was already full but decided What the Hell, so I order the Carrot Cake knowing I would be bringing most of it home! I did and holy cow......It was THE BEAT CARROT CAKE I have had since I was a kid 40-50 years ago! Moist, covered is a sweet sauce with pecans on top! Amazing!!! Brought it home and only allowing myself to take one fork bite at a time! Gonna be so possed when it's gone! Great job Morgan's, I'm not impressed much.....but yall did the trick!!!!!

The meatloaf!!! The wild rice!!! Sun Dip!!! Don't let the hostess staff throw you off- or maybe when we went they just didn't have a good day! The wait staff was awesome and the food delicious! Highly Recommend!!