25 Essential Kinston Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Kinston.
Kings Restaurant
North Carolina
Venerable BBQ joint serves smoked pork, ribs & chicken plus burgers, fish & classic country dishes.
Chef & the Farmer
North Carolina
Creative, locavore New American fare in an upscale, urban-rustic spot featured on a PBS series.
Arby's
North Carolina
Fast-food chain, known for its roast beef, serving up hot & cold sandwiches, fries & shakes.
Sugar Hill Pizzeria
Kinston, North Carolina
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Serves local specialty.
Greg's Pizza
Kinston, North Carolina
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Peach House Restaurant
Kinston, North Carolina
Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great coffee, Great dessert, Great tea selection.
Ocean Bay Seafood
Kinston, North Carolina
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
King's Restaurant
Kinston, North Carolina
Service options: Delivery, Drive-through, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great dessert, Great tea selection.
Burger King
Kinston, North Carolina
Well-known fast-food chain serving grilled burgers, fries & shakes.
Bojangles
Kinston, North Carolina
Southern-inspired fast-food chain known for fried chicken & biscuit, plus signature sides.
Ken's Grill & NC Barbecue
Kinston, North Carolina
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great coffee, Great tea selection, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast.
Ziggy Dogs
Kinston, North Carolina
Identifies as Black-owned. Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Smith's Cafe
Kinston, North Carolina
Service options: Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great coffee, Great dessert, Great tea selection, Serves local specialty. Popular for.
Ma's Hot Dog House
Kinston, North Carolina
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great coffee, Great tea selection, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast.
Hardee's
Kinston, North Carolina
Fast-food chain serving fried chicken, big burgers & made-from-scratch breakfast biscuits.
Hardee's
Kinston, North Carolina
Fast-food chain serving fried chicken, big burgers & made-from-scratch breakfast biscuits.
Oak Bridge Store & Grill
Kinston, North Carolina
Service options: Curbside pickup, Delivery, Drive-through, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch.
Bojangles
Kinston, North Carolina
Southern-inspired fast-food chain known for fried chicken & biscuit, plus signature sides.
Taco Bell
Kinston, North Carolina
Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.
Waffle House
Kinston, North Carolina
Simple chain spot offering American diner fare & all-day breakfast, including signature waffles.
Olympian Restaurant
Kinston, North Carolina
No-frills counter serve with a modest seating area serving burgers, subs, pasta & some Greek items.
Bojangles
Kinston, North Carolina
Southern-inspired fast-food chain known for fried chicken & biscuit, plus signature sides.
Subway
Kinston, North Carolina
Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.
McDonald's
Kinston, North Carolina
Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.
Ruby Tuesday
Kinston, North Carolina
Casual chain with American fare, featuring burgers, a salad bar, cocktails & a convivial vibe.