Gretchen's Bistro

Gretchen's Bistro Proud recipient of the 2025 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. Open Wed–Sat, 4–9 PM. gretchensbistro.com
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Gretchen’s Bistro in Oriental, NC offers refined menus, curated wines & cocktails, and genuine hospitality in a warm coastal setting.

06/10/2026

Courtyard season has arrived. ✨

From casual evenings with friends over cocktails and appetizers to bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, birthdays, and private celebrations in our Courtyard Dining Room, there’s something special about gathering outdoors at Gretchen’s.

As summer unfolds, we look forward to welcoming you for both everyday moments and milestone celebrations.

🇺🇸 Save the Date: Fourth of July Soirée
July 4 | 4 PM–9 PM

Join us for a festive evening featuring a patriotic cocktail, seasonal specials, lawn games, courtyard appetizers, and relaxed summer hospitality.

Courtyard seating is first come, first served. Dinner reservations are encouraged.

📧 For private event inquires, please email [email protected]

A taste of summer at Gretchen’s. 🍅This week’s features include:• Fried Green Tomato Stack with fresh mozzarella, basil, ...
06/08/2026

A taste of summer at Gretchen’s. 🍅

This week’s features include:

• Fried Green Tomato Stack with fresh mozzarella, basil, and house-made tomato marmalade

• Grilled Pear Salad with goat cheese, candied almonds, dried cranberries, and cranberry vinaigrette

• Whole Branzino served over green tomato, sun-dried tomato, and lemon risotto

Looking ahead, we have a few special gatherings planned:

🥃 Father’s Day Brunch | June 21
Featuring a special brunch feature and bourbon pairing selected for Dad.

🇺🇸 4th of July Soirée
Celebrate with courtyard cocktails, a seasonal feature, festive holiday atmosphere, and the option to enjoy appetizers in the courtyard or dinner inside the bistro.

🥂 Bubbles & Piano Night | July 16
Featuring Champagne raspberry floats and coastal bites.

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We can’t wait to welcome you.

06/05/2026

Every visit to Gretchen’s can be a little different.

Enjoy live piano music in our Piano Room, gather with friends in the courtyard, settle into our private dining spaces, or sip a glass of wine overlooking the fountain.

Whether you’re joining us for cocktails, dinner, or a special celebration, we invite you to find your favorite place at the table.

Which spot would you choose?

Seasonal hours are here, and so are longer evenings at the table. ☀️ Join us Wednesday–Saturday from 4pm–9pm and Sunday ...
06/03/2026

Seasonal hours are here, and so are longer evenings at the table. ☀️

Join us Wednesday–Saturday from 4pm–9pm and Sunday brunch from 10am–2pm.

This week’s features include Tuna Poké ($16), marinated ahi tuna served over ginger slaw with crispy wontons, and Cioppino ($36), a hearty seafood stew filled with shrimp, mussels, clams, and fish in a rich tomato and wine broth, served with crusty bread for dipping.

Pair the Cioppino with a glass of Domaine Denizot Sancerre, whose bright citrus and mineral notes beautifully complement the fresh seafood.

Stop by for a drink in the courtyard, share a few appetizers, or settle in for dinner. We can’t wait to welcome you.

What a beautiful week at Gretchen’s. ✨From an intimate rehearsal dinner in our Courtyard Dining Room to brunch with frie...
06/01/2026

What a beautiful week at Gretchen’s. ✨

From an intimate rehearsal dinner in our Courtyard Dining Room to brunch with friends and quiet mornings over coffee, it was a week full of good food and great company. Our salmon special quickly became a guest favorite, and we even welcomed a few little guests along the way, something that always makes us smile.

Thank you for spending part of your week with us. We can’t wait to welcome you back and share what’s coming out of the kitchen this week. 🤍

This week at Gretchen’s Bistro… cedar plank salmon with caramelized plum sauce, black garlic roasted fingerlings, and as...
05/28/2026

This week at Gretchen’s Bistro… cedar plank salmon with caramelized plum sauce, black garlic roasted fingerlings, and asparagus, paired with a glass of Cakebread Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon. ✨

Available this week for $32.

We can’t wait to welcome you in. 🥂

As we gather with family and friends this Memorial Day weekend, we remember and honor the brave men and women who gave t...
05/24/2026

As we gather with family and friends this Memorial Day weekend, we remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. We are grateful for their sacrifice and for the freedoms they defended. 🇺🇸

Golden hour pours and this week’s salmon feature. ✨Paired with two elevated wine selections:🥂 The Calling Chardonnay🥂 Do...
05/20/2026

Golden hour pours and this week’s salmon feature. ✨

Paired with two elevated wine selections:
🥂 The Calling Chardonnay
🥂 Domaine Denizot Sancerre

One rich and crowd pleasing, one crisp and refined.

Available this week at Gretchen’s during dinner Wednesday–Saturday from 5pm–9pm and Sunday brunch from 10am–2pm. 🍷

Not too late to secure your Sunday brunch plans. 🥞✨ From smoked salmon carpaccio and eggs benedict to fluffy pancakes, ...
05/16/2026

Not too late to secure your Sunday brunch plans. 🥞✨

From smoked salmon carpaccio and eggs benedict to fluffy pancakes, crispy bacon, brunch cocktails, and fun little drinks for the kids like Shirley Temples, chocolate milk, and fresh orange juice, Gretchen’s does brunch for everyone at the table.

See you tomorrow from 10am–2pm. Walk-ins welcome ✨

Address

807 Broad Street
Oriental, NC
28571

Opening Hours

Wednesday 5pm - 9pm
Thursday 5pm - 9pm
Friday 5pm - 9pm
Saturday 5pm - 9pm
Sunday 10am - 2pm

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