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Elizabeth City, NC, Restaurants and Farmers Markets

Elizabeth City's restaurants and farmers markets hit the mark, providing fine dining, casual lunches, local produce and fresh baked goods. Elizabeth City Farmers Markets The Downtown Waterfront Market offers fresh produce, baked goods, gourmet coffee, plants and flowers, arts and crafts, cooking demonstrations and live music amidst the beautiful backdrop of the Pasquotank River. Since its founding in 2008, the market has grown in popularity and the number of regular vendors continues to rise.... Read More »
Sidney’s Café & Bistro in Elizabeth City, NC

Variety’s the Thing on the Elizabeth City Restaurant Scene

Not sure what sounds good for dinner? Elizabeth City’s restaurateurs certainly don’t make it easy for you. From classic American cuisine to Asian flair, this place has plenty to choose from when it comes to dining out. Toyama Japanese Restaurant Known up and down the East Coast for its amazing sushi bar, you can find everything from sashimi and shogayaki to tempura and teriyaki at Toyama Japanese Restaurant. The kid-friendly environment makes dining here a great experience for the... Read More »
The Cupcakery in Downtown Elizabeth City, NC

Elizabeth City’s Bakers, Pastry Chefs Serve Sweet Treats

Waist Watchers alert: This city contains some serious temptation.Elizabeth City is rightfully known for its amazing restaurant scene, but rising above all that culinary excellence are serious desserts. Cupcakery Serves Tiny Treats Since 2010, the national cupcake craze has an Elizabeth City twist, thanks to Heather Fletcher and her mother, Sharon Hundley, who own and operate the Cupcakery. In addition to literally dozens of cupcakes to choose from, the bakery also specializes in cookies,... Read More »
Logan Raye's Key West Grille

Downtown Dining in Elizabeth City Offers Tasty Choices

Located on the banks of the Pasquotank River, Elizabeth City is the perfect place to enjoy a fresh seafood dinner or a glass of wine in a gorgeous setting. Fortunately for visitors and residents, some of the best restaurants are located in the downtown area, where diners can enjoy a stroll with picturesque views of the harbor before settling in for a meal. The next time you’re looking for a bite downtown, consider checking out one of these places — all within steps of one another.... Read More »
S&D Coffee Beans from Elizabeth City, NC

Elizabeth City Coffee Shops Include Nine Bars Espresso, Muddy Waters Coffeehouse

Grocery store coffee just doesn’t cut it anymore in Elizabeth City. With Nine Bars Espresso and Muddy Waters Coffeehouse providing freshly roasted brews, locals are catching the buzz. Even better, Nine Bars, which provides coffee to both cafes, is committed to roasting beans with sustainability in mind. What does that mean? For starters, they buy their coffee beans from a green importer who specializes in buying the best coffee beans from fair-trade farms all over the world. And Nine Bars... Read More »

Barbecue Restaurants Thrive in Elizabeth City

Barbecue in North Carolina really means one thing — pork. Elizabeth City and the surrounding area have their share of fine barbecue establishments, with popular restaurants such as Barbecue Barn, Bob-B-Q and Famous Franks Hot Dogs & Grille. There is also Captain Bob’s, a well-known eatery that has catered to customers in northeastern North Carolina and southeastern Virginia for 25 years. North Carolina barbecue is generally chopped, although there are many people who prefer it... Read More »