where to Eat in Warren county

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Warren County has unique, locally owned eating establishments throughout the county. From local dives to fine dining, many of which use local North Carolina products, the restaurant scene is continuously growing. Historical buildings like old warehouses and hardware stores have been converted to Warren County's eateries. 

local Restaurants

Warrenton Area

Hardware Café
Signature sandwiches and desserts.
Dinner specials Friday until 9PM
106 S Main St, Warrenton, NC 27589 (map it)
(252) 257-2779 WEBSITE Facebook ORDER ONLINE

The Burger Barn
The menu includes everything you ever thought of ordering from a drive in plus ice cream favorites.
328 E Macon St, Warrenton, NC 27589 (map it)
(252) 257-2368  Facebook

Drip Coffee & Market
Specialty coffee and teas, frappes, breakfast and lunch items. Now serving ice cream!
127 S Main St, Warrenton, NC 27589
(252) 879-0094 Facebook

Mazatlan
Extensive menu of Mexican dishes.
895 US Hwy 158 Byp, Warrenton, NC 27589
(252) 257-1660 Facebook

Firehouse Biscuits & Burgers
Breakfast & lunch favorites, dinner specials and desserts.
640 W Ridgeway St, Warrenton, NC 27589 (map it)
(252) 257-7057   Facebook

China King
Traditional Chinese restaurant; dine in or takeout.
319 East Macon St, Warrenton, NC 27589
(252) 257-0747 WEBSITE ORDER ONLINE

Time Out Sports Bar
Enjoy this locally owned sports bar, known for its wings and drinks.
114 North Main St, Warrenton, NC 27589
252-257-8031 WEBSITE

Trinity Source- Eats
Trinity Eats features a menu of wings, sandwiches, fries, and more.
139 S. Main St, Warrenton, NC 27589
252-879-0180 WEBSITE ORDER ONLINE

George’s of Warrenton
George’s is a full-service family restaurant that serves a variety of food, including pizza and pasta.
111 Bragg St, Warrenton, NC 27589
252-879-0136 WEBSITE

Milano's
Pizza and Italian favorites
107 North Main Street, Warrenton, NC 27589
(252) 257-5800 Facebook

Norlina Area

Carini's Italian Restaurant
Italian menu featuring pizza. Local delivery.
1214 US Hwy 158 Bus W, Norlina, NC 27563
(252) 456-9962 Facebook

Rachel’s Whistle Stop Café
Down home family style cooking.
123 Hyco St, Norlina, NC 27563
(252) 456-0855 WEBSITE Facebook ORDER ONLINE

Dragon Cave
Fodd, snacks, and drinks are served with a side of fun.
201 Hyco St, Norlina, NC 27563
(252) 456-0855 WEBSITE

Lake Gaston Area

Lake Gaston Coffee Shop
Small town fine dining featuring locally sourced ingredients.
104 Wellington Way, Littleton, NC 27850
(252) 532-5464 WEBSITE Facebook

Lake Gaston Pizza
Not just pizza! Breakfast, lunch and dinner menus.
2463 Eaton Ferry Rd, Littleton, NC 27850
(252) 586-8086 WEBSITE Facebook ORDER ONLINE

WatersView Restaurant
Lakefront dining featuring steaks, seafood, pasta and chicken. Check Facebook for live music events.
2107 Eaton Ferry Rd, Littleton, NC 27850
(252) 586-2814 WEBSITE  Facebook

The Pointe at Lake Gaston
Casual waterfront dining; open all year and featuring live music frequently--check Facebook for events.
1865 Eaton Ferry Rd, Littleton, NC 27850
(252) 586-0466 WEBSITE  Facebook

The Meat Up Spot
BBQ spot with outdoor seating only. Call first because they sell out. Open seasonally, closed for the winter.
2471 Eaton Ferry Rd, Littleton, NC 27850
(252) 532-6898 WEBSITE Facebook

Jenny Cakes at the Lake
Family owned bakery serving coffee, breads, breakfast pastries, and desserts.
386 Lizard Creek Road, Littleton, NC 27580
(252) 629-2075WEBSITE Facebook


 Drinks

Locorum Distillery
Community distilled spirits with local ingredients in Warrenton, NC.
142 S. Main St, Warrenton, NC 27589
843-696-6703 WEBSITE

Seven Springs Farms and Vineyards

A small family owned and operated farm and vineyard with a passion for nature and love of cultivation stems from the generations that came before them. Hosts regular music, painting, exercise, and comedy events and more.
332 Axtell Ridgeway Road, Norlina, North Carolina 27563
(252) 529-9002 WEBSITE Facebook

Kim's Vineyard and Winery

Featuring muscadine grapes and wine.  Wine tastings by appointment and event space.  Call for details. Purchase or pick your own grapes beginning (usually) Labor Day weekend.  
408 Largo Rd Norlina, NC 27563  252-257-2100  Facebook

Bragging Rooster Beer and Mead -NOW OPEN
Warrenton, North Carolina's first brewery and meadery. Stop by and drink local!
120 S. Main Street Warrenton, NC 27589
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Mill Hill Brewery
No strangers exist here, along with great beer! Rotating weekly food trucks.
112 Madison St., Warrenton, NC 27589
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Fast Food

Subway (Warrenton)
A leading choice for people seeking quick nutritious meals that the whole family can enjoy. From subs, pizzas, and salads. Something for everyone.
305 East Macon St, Warrenton, NC 27589
(252) 257-3700 WEBSITE

Subway (Lake Gaston)
A leading choice for people seeking quick nutritious meals that the whole family can enjoy. From subs, pizzas, to salads, we have something for everyone.
2377 Eaton Ferry Rd, Littleton, NC 27850
(252) 586-0505 WEBSITE

Hardees
Fast-food chain serving fried chicken, big burgers & made-from-scratch breakfast biscuits.
417 West Ridgeway St, Warrenton, NC 27589
(252) 257-1111 WEBSITE

Burger King
Fast-food chain serving grilled burgers, fries & shakes, plus breakfast.
117 US Hwy 158 Byp, Norlina, NC 27563
(252) 456-5000 WEBSITE


Ice Cream

Friends Two
Old fashioned soda fountain, hand-dipped ice cream, and fresh-squeezed lemonade and orange aid.
126 S Main St, Warrenton, NC 27589
(252) 257-1604 Facebook

Wakeboard Willies
Enjoy premium ice cream, sundaes, and milkshakes. Open seasonally, closed during winter months.
2475 Eaton Ferry Rd, Littleton, NC 27850
(252) 586-6866 Facebook

Drip Coffee & Market-Dips at Drip
Homemade specialty ice cream served on Main Street.
127 S Main St, Warrenton, NC 27589
(252) 879-0094 Facebook