Cork Wine Bar & Bistro

Cork Wine Bar & Bistro is a beloved dining destination nestled in the historic heart of New Bern, North Carolina, at 319 Bern Street. Executive Chef Mike Lynch brings over three decades of culinary expertise, having spent 18 years as executive chef and manager of a prestigious catering company before moving to New Bern in 2016 with his wife Brooke. The restaurant showcases Chef Lynch's family heritage—his grandparents operated a butcher shop outside Philadelphia, and his Nan prepare traditional Sicilian dishes including macaroni and gravy, meatballs, braciole, and veal cutlets that filled their neighborhood with irresistible aromas. The bistro features boutique wines and seasonal small plates with an Italian-American inspired menu that emphasizes the highest quality and freshest ingredients. Guests can enjoy the acclaimed truffle Parmesan fries, lollipop lamb, and exquisite scallops in a comfortable, cultivated atmosphere. Cork operates Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, with Sunday brunch served from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling during business hours. The restaurant has earned a devoted following among both locals and visitors exploring New Bern's charming downtown district, offering an intentional, carefully crafted dining experience where everyone feels at home and the aromas of food made with love fill the community.