Barbecue is an important part of the heritage and history of North Carolina. It has resulted in a series of bills and laws that relate to the subject, and at times has been a politically charged subject. In part, this is due to the existence of two distinct types of barbecue that have developed over […]

Royal James Café is the oldest continually existing business in Beaufort’s historic district. It has its own local flavor and character that keeps people coming back again and again. With early ‘50s Formica, wood and neon look, this café and pool room draws an interesting mix of locals, tourists, families, and singles. Locally known as […]

The Spot Grill serves up the best local seafood, cheeseburgers and hot dogs around. This restaurant has been cooking up these old fashioned American favorites for over 70 years! The Spot, in existence since 1950 in Beaufort, was remade by Carteret County restaurateur Sammy Boyd who runs a seafood company and two more restaurants in […]

Taste of China offers a number of traditional Chinese favorites from Soup, Fried Rice, Chow Mein, Egg Foo Young, Lo Mein, Beef, Chicken, Roast Pork, and Seafood. Chef’s Recommendations include Roast Pork Fried Rice and Egg Roll include Sesame beef, ($10.45), Beef Orange Flavor ($10.25), Chicken Cantonese Style ($8.65), and more. Diet Dishes include Steamed […]

Quick stop bottle shop and social space. Wine, beer, and spirits.  

When the Turner Street Market & Cafe opened locals and visitors were pleasantly surprised to see a number of services not currently available in Beaufort. It’s a combination deli, bakery, market, beverages, and gifts. They feature breakfast and lunch. Beaufort’s Turner Street Market focuses on fast, casual dining with an emphasis on takeout. Their goal […]

Chef Vivian Howard, star and co-creator of the PBS shows, “A Chef’s Life” and “Somewhere South,” has added a Viv’s Fridge, a smart refrigerator offering prepared meals, in Beaufort. The new location is at the periwinkle, 406 Live Oak Street, Beaufort. Viv’s Fridge is a free-standing smart refrigerator extension of Chef & the Farmer, Vivian […]