Fodor's Expert Review The Chelsea
$$$
New Bern
American
In the former drugstore of the pharmacist who invented Pepsi-Cola, this tile-floored, light-filled corner café is a magnet for visitors and local businesspeople wanting a quick sandwich or large salad for lunch. In the evening the Chelsea is more upscale, with entrées in the upstairs dining rooms (there's an elevator) including shrimp and grits and a candied-bacon rib eye. The bar is well stocked, as are the Pepsi products, the nonalcoholic drinks of choice in New Bern.
Quick Facts
Known For:
- Sandwiches, crab cakes, and lighter fare for lunch
- Fine dining for dinner
- Pleasant, historic dining room
Restaurant Details:
Rate Includes: Closed Sun., Credit cards accepted