Highest-rated Restaurants With Outdoor Seating in New Bern, According to Yelp

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Highest-rated restaurants with outdoor seating in New Bern, according to Yelp

Theres something special about taking in a meal while enjoying the air outside, and it could even contribute to your happiness, particularly if there are plants around. During the pandemic, having outdoor seating was a lifeline for many restaurants, allowing them to operate both takeaway and dine-in services.

Many also used the opportunity to show off their personality with decor and furniture that fit their vibe. Are you partial to a luxurious fake garden? Or are you more into lawn chairs and tiki vibes?

Globally, many people may have associated the outdoor dining experience with the cafes of European cities or street food stalls in Asia. Travelers and locals alike often spend hours sipping coffee and eating delicious and cheap food. In the U.S., outdoor seating can take the form of small tables, semi-private nooks, or communal-style seating for the masses, like at a beer garden. Key to a good outdoor table is shade from the sun and, in urban settings, walls or barriers that can cut down on fumes and noise from nearby car traffic.

Restaurants may also play up other perks—like having a great view. The coronavirus pandemic also increased demand for outdoor heaters so restaurants could keep serving meals outside in the colder seasons. All these adjustments have led to more Americans rediscovering the pleasures of dining al fresco, away from the noise inside.

While a good chunk of pandemic-era outside seating may have shrunk back since the return to "normal," many restaurants still have their prized patio tables ready for patrons. Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants with outdoor seating in New Bern using data from Yelp. Rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Keep reading to see if your favorite spot made the list.

#30. Baker's Kitchen

- Rating: 4.0/5 (604 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 227 Middle St New Bern, NC 28560
- Categories: Southern, Breakfast & Brunch, Sandwiches
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#29. The Chelsea

- Rating: 4.0/5 (340 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 335 Middle St New Bern, NC 28560
- Categories: American (New)
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#28. Bay Leaf

- Rating: 4.0/5 (339 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 309 Middle St New Bern, NC 28560
- Categories: Indian
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#27. Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q

- Rating: 4.0/5 (43 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2507 M.L. King Boulevard New Bern, NC 28560
- Categories: Barbeque, Chicken Shop, American (Traditional)
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#26. Mi Cabana Mexican Restaurant 9

- Rating: 4.5/5 (28 reviews)
- Address: 1731 Red Robin Ln New Bern, NC 28560
- Categories: Mexican
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#25. Bella's Cafe & Catering

- Rating: 4.5/5 (49 reviews)
- Address: 323 Middle St New Bern, NC 28560
- Categories: Cafes, Breakfast & Brunch
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#24. Baxter's 1892

- Rating: 4.5/5 (17 reviews)
- Address: 323 Pollock St New Bern, NC 28560
- Categories: Music Venues, Tapas Bars
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#23. Lupita's Kitchen

- Rating: 4.5/5 (16 reviews)
- Address: 2403 Neuse Blvd New Bern, NC 28562
- Categories: Mexican, Honduran, Salvadoran
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#22. Sea & Soul

- Rating: 4.5/5 (24 reviews)
- Address: 1244 US-70 E New Bern, NC 28562
- Categories: Soul Food, Seafood, American (Traditional)
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#21. La Rosa

- Rating: 4.5/5 (64 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1503 S Glenburnie Rd Ste A New Bern, NC 28562
- Categories: Italian
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#20. Morgan's Tavern & Grill

- Rating: 4.5/5 (649 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 235 Craven St New Bern, NC 28560
- Categories: Seafood, Pubs, American (Traditional)
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#19. Lawson's On The Creek

- Rating: 4.5/5 (34 reviews)
- Address: 529 S Front St New Bern, NC 28562
- Categories: American (New)
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#18. El Taco Loco

- Rating: 4.5/5 (237 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2408 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd New Bern, NC 28562
- Categories: Mexican
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#17. Beartown Bistro & Pizza Company

- Rating: 4.5/5 (70 reviews)
- Address: 1200 US-70 New Bern, NC 28560
- Categories: Pizza, American (New), Burgers
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#16. Crescent Sushi and Thai

- Rating: 4.5/5 (7 reviews)
- Address: 2405 Neuse Blvd New Bern, NC 28562
- Categories: Thai, Sushi Bars
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#15. China King

- Rating: 4.5/5 (20 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 133 Bridge Town Blvd New Bern, NC 28560
- Categories: Chinese
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#14. Famous Subs & Pizza

- Rating: 4.5/5 (72 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2210 Neuse Blvd New Bern, NC 28560
- Categories: Pizza, Bakeries
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#13. Thai Angel

- Rating: 4.5/5 (72 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 247 Craven St New Bern, NC 28560
- Categories: Thai
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#12. Cypress Hall

- Rating: 4.5/5 (143 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 219 Middle St New Bern, NC 28560
- Categories: American (New)
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#11. Mon Asian Market

- Rating: 4.5/5 (67 reviews)
- Address: 2117 S Glenburnie Rd Ste 16-18 New Bern, NC 28562
- Categories: Grocery, Thai
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#10. Posh Nosh Fine Catering

- Rating: 5.0/5 (4 reviews)
- Address: 2116 Trent Blvd New Bern, NC 28560
- Categories: Caterers, Personal Chefs, Southern
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#9. Panichelli's Pizzeria

- Rating: 5.0/5 (45 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 40 Shoreline Dr New Bern, NC 28562
- Categories: Italian, Pizza, Sandwiches
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#8. Canton Chinese Restaurant

- Rating: 5.0/5 (17 reviews)
- Address: 4118 Doctor Mlk Jr Blvd New Bern, NC 28562
- Categories: Chinese, Seafood, Soup
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#7. Chinese Express Food Take Out

- Rating: 5.0/5 (13 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3015 Neuse Blvd New Bern, NC 28560
- Categories: Chinese
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#6. Honey Baked Ham Company

- Rating: 5.0/5 (10 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2117 S. Glenburnie Road New Bern, NC 28562
- Categories: Delis, Meat Shops, Sandwiches
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#5. Snook Dawgs

- Rating: 5.0/5 (5 reviews)
- Address: 2406 Neuse Blvd New Bern, NC 28562
- Categories: Hot Dogs, Street Vendors
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#4. East Cuisine Asian Restaurant

- Rating: 5.0/5 (41 reviews)
- Address: 3529 Dr Mlk Jr Blvd New Bern, NC 28562
- Categories: Asian Fusion, Poke
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#3. Savi's Wine

- Rating: 5.0/5 (14 reviews)
- Address: 713 Pollock St New Bern, NC 28562
- Categories: Wine Bars, Wine Tasting Room, Themed Cafes
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