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Southern, a gathering place, Southport, NC

Southern, a gathering place

4.9
4.9
464 Reviews
$50 and over
Farm-to-table

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2 people
10:30 p.m.
Booked 4 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
Farm to fork creative southern cuisine. Handcrafted cocktails and fabulous wine list. We offer seating by reservation for all seats in the restaurant including seats at our bar, indoor dining room, and our outdoor porch which is a wonderful place to sit during all seasons (since porch sitting is a true Southport thing to do).

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table, Regional American (Contemporary Southern)
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed–Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (910) 931-0786
  • Website
    http://southernagatheringplace.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Ashley Davis
  • Private party facilities
    We will take reservations for private events. Contact us at (910)931-0786
  • Location
    105 E Brown St, Southport, NC 28461-3509
  • Neighbourhood
    Southport
  • Cross Street
    Howe Street & E. Brown Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Menu

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What 464 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Best Overall

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Best Food

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Best Service

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Best Ambience

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Innovative

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Southern, a gathering place, offers a delightful dining experience with inventive farm-to-table dishes and exceptional service. Guests rave about "fantastic food and wonderful setting," "exceptional preparation," and "freshness of farm-to-table ingredients." The welcoming atmosphere and attentive staff make it perfect for special occasions or a casual meal. Reservations recommended.

464 Reviews

  1. Anthony

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of Southport’s best. Great service and great food. Awesome experience!

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  2. Frankie

    Raleigh

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was really good but when our crab dip came there was a short black hair on the very top. Even though the waitress had another made for us, no one came over to apologize nor did they take it off of our bill. Very disappointing for a $350.00 meal for four people.

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  3. Katie

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous dinner once again. The flounder special was amazing, as was the steak. Get the crispy red potatoes, you’ll thank me!

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  4. Janet

    Wilmington

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was outstanding. Delicious crab dip, crabcake, cornbread dressing, margarita, and everything else we ordered, too! It was cozy and romantic on the porch (and quieter than inside). Service was also excellent.

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    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely exquisite food, ambience and food. Crab cake is the best I’ve ever had, full of real crab meat, paired with yummy slaw and smashed potatoes. We will be back again and again.

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  6. Jeff

    Western KY

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Never disappoints! Always delicious!! Lila is delightful to have as your server!!

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  7. ChrisD

    New York City

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, drinks, service and ambiance are always absolutely wonderful !! It is my favorite restaurant and I go there as often as I can !! If you haven’t been- you must go !!

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  8. Benjamin

    Wilmington

    74 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    74 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous dinner on a Thursday night. Farm to table and absolutely fabulous. Time to come back to Southport.

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  9. Patricia

    Wilmington

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is always a treat to have dinner there. It is pricey but everything is so fresh and delicious. The service is professional. A dining experience done right!!

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  10. Kyle

    Greensboro

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our go to place on Saturday nights. Always great food and service.

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Southern, a gathering place is rated 4.9 stars by 464 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
10:30 p.m.
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Southern, a gathering place

105 E Brown St, Southport, NC 28461-3509

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Howe Street & E. Brown Street
  • Neighbourhood
    Southport
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed–Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table, Regional American (Contemporary Southern)
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Ashley Davis
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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