Great experience at Bakers Kitchen. We were driving through New Bern from the beach when my spouse suggested we eat here. I pulled up the website and was able to add my name to the waitlist. I then received updates for when our table was ready. We easily found a parking spot near the restaurant and checked in at the front desk. My spouse purchased a Nutella cinnamon roll (not photoed) from the front. The staff member was kind and told him how to heat it up at home. It was delicious. Our waitress was super friendly. She came to our clean table quickly and we had a nice conversation. My husband wasn't sure what kind of potatoes he wanted so she told him if he didn't like his choice she'd bring him something else. Husband ordered the hunger farmer. He loved everything except the Dutch potatoes. They were lacking in flavor. My child ordered an egg, bacon, and toast. She ate it all. Our waitress made sure she had plenty of butter and jam. I ordered biscuits and gravy with a Belgian waffle (which my child ate all of. Everything was super good. My picky child asked to go back again soon so I say it's a win!
Overview
Walking into Baker's Kitchen Restaurant & Bakery at 227 Middle St, New Bern, NC 28560, United States feels like stepping into a place where locals actually eat, not just where visitors pass through. I stopped by on a weekday morning after hearing multiple downtown shop owners mention it as their go-to breakfast spot, and the steady flow of regulars backed that up quickly. The smell of fresh-baked bread hits first, followed by coffee that’s clearly brewed for people who plan to sit and talk, not rush out the door.
From experience working alongside small hospitality businesses, consistency is what keeps neighborhood diners alive, and that’s where this place stands out. The kitchen focuses on classic American diner staples paired with bakery items made in-house. You’ll see biscuits being prepped early, pie dough rolled behind the counter, and bakers rotating trays with the kind of efficiency that only comes from repetition. According to data from the National Restaurant Association, restaurants that bake on-site tend to earn higher repeat visits, and watching the staff here makes it obvious why.
The menu leans comforting without being boring. Breakfast plates come out hot and generous, and the bakery case rotates through cinnamon rolls, muffins, and seasonal pies. I tried a country-style breakfast with eggs and house-made toast, and the bread alone could’ve carried the meal. There’s a noticeable difference when dough
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Service options
✓ Takeaway ✓ Dine-in ✓ DeliveryHighlights
✓ Fast service ✓ Great coffee ✓ Great dessert ✓ Great tea selection ✓ Serves local specialtyPopular for
✓ Breakfast ✓ Lunch ✓ Dinner ✓ Solo diningAccessibility
✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park ✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance ✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating ✓ Wheelchair-accessible toiletOfferings
✓ Coffee ✓ Comfort food ✓ Quick bite ✓ Small platesDining options
✓ Breakfast ✓ Brunch ✓ Lunch ✓ Dinner ✓ Catering ✓ Dessert ✓ Seating ✓ Table serviceAmenities
✓ ToiletAtmosphere
✓ Casual ✓ Cosy ✓ Historic ✓ TrendyCrowd
✓ Family friendly ✓ Groups ✓ Tourists ✓ University studentsPlanning
✓ Brunch reservations recommended ✓ Accepts reservations ✓ Usually a waitPayments
✓ Credit cards ✓ Debit cards ✓ Credit cardsChildren
✓ Good for kids ✓ High chairs ✓ Kids' menuParking
✓ Free of charge street parking ✓ ParkingPhotos
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Reviews
Had the best hamburger steak I’ve probably ever had today! It was seasoned perfectly and the onions, mushrooms and brown gravy were delicious! The sweet potato casserole was good as well. The Mac and cheese was fine, but I prefer mine baked. Everyone in our party enjoyed their meal.
We had a wonderful experience at Baker’s Kitchen. The service was friendly and attentive, and the menu offered plenty of delicious options to choose from. Everything we ordered was fresh and flavorful. The highlight was definitely the fluffy French toast with butter syrup: absolutely amazing and worth the visit on its own! A great spot for breakfast or brunch in New Bern. Highly recommend!
We had breakfast here a year ago, so when we made it back to the area we had to be sure to go here for breakfast. We love the butter syrup and French toast. Just look at the cinnamon bun breakfast with eggs and sausage. Don't miss out on the delicious food and friendly service.
Don't expect quiet, the place is always packed & for good reason. Friendly staff, super home style cooking, and coffee to die for. We had the most amazing breakfast this morning (see pics). Be sure to order the Dutch potatoes, they're a fabulous Julianne potato casserole!
This place was good. Wait was around 30 minutes but Saturday morning so it didn’t matter much. Server was kind, attentive, and knowledgeable. Food was alright, nothing special and while other dishes were good, I definitely would not recommend the funfetti pancakes. The space is large and decorated nicely, which overall contributed to a solid Saturday morning brunch.
I’ve been to Baker’s Kitchen many times and they never disappoint! I love their waffles because the butter syrup is beyond amazing! We have also tried the biscuits and gravy and the grilled cinnamon rolls. The staff are always friendly and helpful. They have two levels of seating. The restaurant does get busy, but the wait is worth it! Trust me, you have to try Baker’s Kitchen!
This place is very popular and can have crazy wait times, so we got there right when they opened. The service was fantastic! Our server kept our coffee topped off. I got the Hungry Farmer with French toast and grits. I do not recommend the grits. It might have been a one-off but the texture was not pleasing. My wife got the country fried steak with a sweet potato biscuit. Other than the grits, everything was quite tasty.