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Aqua Restaurant, Beaufort, NC

Aqua Restaurant

4.9 (2880)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
114 Middle Lane, Beaufort, NC 28516

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighborhood gem
AQUA is OPEN Tuesday-Saturday from 5:30 - Until. CLOSED Sunday and Monday.

Executive Chef Jon McGregor’s menu is created to bring you the freshest seasonal items available presented with a creative touch. Aqua’s small plates offer you an exciting array of tastes in
"just right” portions, ideal for passing around the table or enjoying two or three as a full meal. Aqua’s Big Plates feature the freshest local seafood and premier meats, as well as local produce. Aqua prides itself on offering fresh, local products and supporting our local fisherman and farmers.

Enjoy our upscale bar offerings, including specialty cocktails and expansive wine list.

Enjoy your experience in our Dining Room or on our comfortable, breezy screened-in porch. Please take care to select the dining area of your choice when making reservations.

We can’t wait to serve you soon. Cheers for now!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Fusion / Eclectic, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Jon McGregor
  • Neighborhood
    Beaufort / Morehead City
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,880 people are saying

Aqua Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Best Overall

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Best Food

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Best Service

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Best Ambiance

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Best Value

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Aqua Restaurant in Beaufort offers a "wonderful dining experience" with "amazing food" and "attentive service." Guests rave about the "creative and delicious" menu, featuring highlights like the noodle bowl, petite filet, and grouper. The "friendly and professional staff" and "stylish vibe" make it a "must-visit" destination.
2,880 Reviews
  1. paige

    Anchorage / Alaska9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food. Excellent service. We enjoy getting small plates and sharing. The small plate is plenty of food! Delicious deserts

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  2. Bob

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience, amazing service and amazing food...Definitely recommend this restaurant...Best restaurant we experienced....

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  3. Tammy

    Coastal Georgia3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The BEST place to eat in Beaufort! The service, food, and cocktails are amazing!

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  4. Melissa

    Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All four of us had wonderful meals. Perfect place to go while visiting Beaufort. We sat inside due to the weather but next time I’ll shoot for the big screened in porch.

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  5. Kimberly

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a lovely dining experience. Excellent cocktails and wine selection, varied and delicious food options, and a delightful staff. Always a favorite of ours when we’re in town’

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  6. David

    Washington, D.C. Area8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was exceptional, the service and friendliness of the staff super. Thanks for a great evening out in Beaufort!

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  7. Lynn

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and great service. Six guests at table left very content.

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  8. Brenda VIP

    Coastal North Carolina31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our meal was excellent. Aqua consistently delivers great food and attentive service.

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  9. Kimberly VIP

    Coastal North Carolina24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing as always. The grouper is always wonderful and cooked perfectly. Jonathon was our server and was great! He gave wonderful suggestions and service was spot on. We enjoy our meal every time we come! They never disappoint.

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  10. Dr. John VIP

    New York City102 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent, excellent! The food always superb, the drinks delicious and the staff go above and beyond! Another great dinner at Aqua. And then there is Quinton who always greets us with a smile and stops by our table just to make sure we’re happy! A fabulous night! Dr. John will always be back!!!

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FAQs

Aqua Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (252) 728-7777.

Aqua Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 2880 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
Google Map for Aqua Restaurant

114 Middle Lane, Beaufort, NC 28516

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Beaufort / Morehead City
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Fusion / Eclectic, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jon McGregor
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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