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Family Restaurant 4.5· 3,432 reviews $10–20
Cox Family Restaurant
North Carolina, United States
Enjoy hearty Southern-style dishes like biscuits & gravy and fried chicken at Cox Family Restaurant in Morehead City. Family-friendly dining with dine-in, takeout, and delivery.
4.5 / 5
Guest rating
3,432
Reviews
Family Restaurant
Cuisine
North Carolina
City
$10–20
Price level
Closed
Overview
About Cox Family Restaurant
Cox Family Restaurant is a casual family dining spot located on Arendell Street in Morehead City, North Carolina. Known for its Southern-style comfort food, the menu features favorites such as biscuits & gravy, fried chicken, hush puppies, and seafood platters. The setting combines a cozy and quiet atmosphere with a trendy touch, welcoming families, solo diners, and groups alike.
Offering breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner, the restaurant provides a wide range of options including vegetarian and healthy choices, small plates, and a children’s menu. Service options include dine-in, takeout, delivery, and onsite services. Visitors can expect to spend between 30 minutes to an hour during their visit, with free parking and accessible facilities available.
Family restaurant Great coffee & tea Breakfast, lunch & dinner Family-friendly atmosphere Wheelchair accessible Local specialties served
Quick facts
- Phone: +1 252-726-6961
- 4109 Arendell St #2804, Morehead City, NC
- Typical visit duration: 30 min to 1 hr
- Price range: $10–20
- Payments: Credit, debit, NFC mobile payments
- Parking: Free & paid options available
- Amenities include Wi-Fi and restrooms
- High chairs and kids’ menu available
On the menu
Top picks at Cox Family Restaurant
Signature dishes, shareable plates, and the items regulars keep coming back for.
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Amenities & features
What's available at the restaurant
Grouped by category — each group lists what's available and what isn't at Cox Family Restaurant.
Service options
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Healthy options
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- No Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Parking
Hours
Opening hours
When Cox Family Restaurant is open during the week.
Closed
- Monday 06:00 AM - 09:00 PM
- Tuesday 06:00 AM - 09:00 PM
- Wednesday 06:00 AM - 09:00 PM
- Thursday 06:00 AM - 09:00 PM
- Friday 06:00 AM - 09:00 PM
- Saturday 06:00 AM - 09:00 PM
- Sunday 06:00 AM - 08:00 PM
Location
Location & Nearby Places
Central North Carolina, with cafes, shops, and other restaurants within easy walking distance.
Photos
Photos of Cox Family Restaurant
A look at the food, the dining room, drinks, and the exterior of Cox Family Restaurant.
Reviews
Reviews for Cox Family Restaurant
What recent guests say after dining at Cox Family Restaurant.
4.5/ 5
Based on 3,432 guest reviews
Hush Puppies Crab Cakes Home Cooking Banana Pudding Flounder Prime Rib Oysters Grits Country Fried Steak Clam Chowder
Anthony Samuel
Jun 08, 2026"Came here with my family after other restaurants told us long wait times and im so happy we did. The staff was friendly and welcoming and the food was incredible. I recommend you try this place"
Dexter Adams
May 28, 2026"I got the Ruben sandwich with French fries and my wife got the fisherman’s platter. The food was very good! We arrived on Monday Sept 22nd around 6 pm and there was only one parking space open which we got! I had a good feeling about our experience before we even got inside! And I was right! Brittany who has worked there for about 5 years was our server. She did an excellent job! Everyone was busy because the place was packed. but we did find a booth without having to wait and we’re waited on in a timely manner. Cox Family Restaurant is worth the drive if you are anywhere nearby."
S Blackman
May 26, 2026"First stop on our Atlantic Beach trip for dinner. What a gem of a place. It was busy with a practically full dining room, but we were promptly seated because service moves quickly here. You can see why it’s a fixture of the community that has been around since 1976. We had fresh hush puppies delivered immediately and our meals were well prepared. Spots were on the specials board and cooked to perfection. Fried shrimp were also fantastic. We will absolutely be back whenever we come to the beach. Thank you to the team for a wonderful experience!"
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about visiting Cox Family Restaurant.
The restaurant offers dine-in, takeout, delivery, and onsite services, accommodating different preferences for enjoying meals.
Yes, the entrance, parking lot, restrooms, and seating are all wheelchair accessible to ensure convenience for all guests.
Reservations are not accepted, so guests are generally seated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Signature dishes include hush puppies, crab cakes, seafood platters, omelettes, and classic Southern comfort foods like fried chicken.
Yes, there is a kids’ menu and high chairs are available, making the restaurant suitable for families with children.
Most meals range between $10 and $20, offering affordable options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
There is a free parking lot, free street parking, and also paid parking nearby to accommodate visitors arriving by car.
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