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The Chelsea

Name: The Chelsea
Address: 335 Middle Street, New Bern, NC, 28560, US
Telephone: +12526375469
Price range: $$$
Rating: 4.8

Comfortable fine dining restaurant, venue, + catering services | located in the iconic Stanly Building in historic downtown New Bern, NC Welcome to The Chelsea!
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Nestled in the heart of historic downtown New Bern, we’re dedicated to providing a warm and inviting atmosphere where every guest feels at home. Our passion for exceptional service and delicious cuisine shines through in everything we do. At The Chelsea, we believe in using the freshest ingredients to create dishes that delight the palate. Whether you’re joining us for a casual lunch, a cozy dinne

r, or a special celebration, our team is committed to making your experience unforgettable. We pride ourselves on being an iconic favorite since 1992, where friends and family come together to create lasting memories. Join us for celebrations, seasonal specials, and a warm welcome every time you visit. Take The Chelsea experience with you - whether it's a corporate meeting or rehearsal dinner hosted in our banquet room, a family reunion, your wedding reception, or any other event! Our catering team provides exceptional menu options that are tailored specifically to your event. Learn more at www.thechelsea.com. Discover the charm of The Chelsea—where exceptional food, warm hospitality, and great company come together!

08/31/2026

Lunch Features ||

✨️Chicken Caesar Wrap | 16
Crispy chicken, romaine, parmesan, croutons, caesar dressing, flour tortilla, choice of side

✨️Curry Fried Rice | 17
Grilled chicken, fried rice, tomato, scallion, pineapple, curry, almonds, mushrooms

✨️Baja Fish Tacos | 16
Blackened mahi, cilantro coleslaw, choice of side

08/28/2026

Meet the newest addition to our steak menu: the 8oz Flat Iron. 🥩

Cut from the shoulder, the flat iron is known for its rich beef flavor, fine marbling and tenderness - often considered one of the most tender cuts after the filet.

A little less familiar, but absolutely worth getting to know! Pair it with our Peppercorn Whiskey Sauce.

Reservations || www.thechelsea.com or 252.637.5469

08/27/2026

Dinner Features ||

✨ crispy brie | $16
smoky parmesan crust, crispy chorizo, roasted tomato jam, sherry reduction, toasted almonds
🍇 2024 peter weinbach riesling, germany | 8/30

✨ pecan-crusted swordfish | $36
sweet potato purée, charred broccolini, orange-bourbon butter, apple-herb relish
🍇 2023 mer soleil unoaked chardonnay, sonoma, ca | 11/42

✨ saffron-braised lamb shank | $37
apricot glaze, garlic whipped potatoes, blistered green beans, saffron lamb jus, toasted pistachios
🍇 2023 mcprice myers right hand man syrah, central coast, ca | 12/46

🧂 menu highlight: saffron — the world’s most precious spice

saffron comes from the delicate crimson threads of the crocus flower. each flower produces only three threads, which must be harvested by hand—a labor-intensive process that has made saffron the world’s most valuable spice by weight.

prized for thousands of years throughout the mediterranean, middle east and asia, saffron brings much more than its brilliant golden color. its unmistakable aroma is floral, earthy and subtly honeyed.

this week, we pair saffron with lemon, coriander and allspice to season our slow-braised lamb shank, finished with apricot glaze and a rich lamb jus.

08/26/2026

Happy National Dog Day to our favorite patio guests! 🐾🐶

Bring your pup along and enjoy lunch or dinner on our dog-friendly patio because dining out is always better with your best friend by your side.

Drop a photo of your four-legged best friend in the comments! 👇

08/25/2026

A little history served alongside great food. 🍽️

We're still swooning over Tryon Palace event honoring George Washington’s birthday - our catering team created a period-inspired menu featuring salmagundi—a composed salad popular in the 17th and 18th centuries, traditionally arranged with a variety of meats, eggs, vegetables, greens and other accompaniments.

From historically inspired menus to modern celebrations, we love creating a catering experience that fits the occasion. It was a privilege to be part of such a memorable event at Tryon Palace!

Planning an event in or around New Bern? Let The Chelsea create a menu tailored to yours. Learn more about our events and venue at www.thechelsea.com! ✨️

08/24/2026

Lunch Features ||

✨️Mediterranean Salmon Salad
Salmon cakes over arugla and mixed greens with Kalamata olives, feta, red onion, roasted tomatoes and a creamy lemon dill dressing 16

✨️Cornmeal Flounder
Crispy cornmeal crusted flounder, housemade hush puppies, and your choice of side 16

✨️Carolina Pork Quesadilla
Carolina style pulled pork with a cheese blend in a flour tortilla served with avocado cilantro crema and your choice of side 15

08/21/2026

Chef’s Diver Scallops are on feature ✨ Beautifully seared, thoughtfully prepared, and only here for a limited time.

Consider this your sign to make dinner plans at The Chelsea.

Make a reservation online www.thechelsea.com or call us 252-637-5469. 🍷

08/20/2026

Dinner Features ||

✨️togarashi-crusted mahi mahi bites | 18
togarashi seven-spice crusted mahi mahi, signature house asian dipping sauce, fresh lime
🍇 wine pairing: 2024 wairau river sauvignon blanc | 11/42

✨️bourbon-glazed beef & pastry | 28
wellington style: cast-iron seared house ground beef medallion, puff pastry rounds, sweet onions, wild mushrooms, baby carrots, brussels sprouts, bourbon and red wine reduction
🍇 wine pairing: 2022 groth cabernet sauvignon | 35/125

✨️pan seared diver scallops | 42
yuzu beurre blanc, baby bok choy, parsnip silk, pepita-raisin agrodolce
🍇 wine pairing: 2024 sonoma cutrer chardonnay | 15/56

🧂yuzu: the culinary jewel

yuzu is a prized japanese citrus fruit that looks like a small, dimpled yellow tangerine. its flavor profile is intensely aromatic and entirely unique—capturing the bright, electric tang of a lime, the sweet bitterness of a white grapefruit, and the delicate, floral fragrance of a mandarin orange. originating over a thousand years ago along the yangtze river basin in china, yuzu made its way to japan during the tang dynasty, where it flourished. historically cultivated for its medicinal properties and winter solstice hot baths, it evolved into an indispensable staple of imperial japanese cuisine. today, it is celebrated globally by top chefs as an elite, high-acid menu highlight that cuts through rich fats and elevates delicate seafood.

08/19/2026

This Crispy Confit Pork Belly is the kind of dish that should stay forever, but - tonight is the last night.

It is summer warmth and silky deliciousness that is on the cusp of a crisp Autumn evening.

✨️Slow-braised pork belly, celery root purée, warm spiced orchard apples, tangy house-pickled mustard seeds, Bold Rock Hard Cider reduction.

Grab a seat tonight! www.thechelsea.com or 252.637.5469

08/17/2026

Lunch Features ||

✨️Chicken & Rice Bowl 17
Grilled chicken | jasmine rice | wild mushrooms | mandarins | scallions | sweet and sour teriyaki sauce

✨️Brunch Burger 16
Seasoned, 8oz chargrilled burger | bacon | cream cheese | fried egg | choice of side

✨️Turkey Wrap 15
Roadted turkey | goat cheese spread | cucumbers | roasted peppers | arugula | choice of side

Address

335 Middle Street
New Bern, NC
28560

Opening Hours

Monday	11am - 9pm
Tuesday	11am - 9pm
Wednesday	11am - 9pm
Thursday	11am - 9pm
Friday	11am - 9:30pm
Saturday	11am - 9:30pm

Telephone

+12526375469

Website

http://www.thechelsea.com/

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