Southern, a gathering place

4.9

494 Reviews

$50 and over

Farm-to-table

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2 people

Jan 8, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Great for creative cocktails

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).

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, 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
Neighborhood
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

What 494 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Coastal North Carolina
Best Food
Coastal North Carolina
Best Service
Coastal North Carolina
Innovative
Coastal North Carolina
Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Southern, a gathering place in Southport, offers "fantastic food and wonderful setting" with a consistently creative menu featuring farm-to-table ingredients. Guests rave about the "excellent service" and "top-notch" dining experience. While some find it pricey, the unique dishes and "cozy ambiance" keep patrons returning for memorable meals.

494 Reviews

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Marc
VIP
San Francisco
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic dinner - food was great - a favorite Southport resturant
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Jack
Wilmington
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had the crab cakes with Ashley’s special collard greens and they were amazing. Lila our server was awesome as usual.
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Ray
Philadelphia
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is our favorite restaurant in the area. Scrumptious, unique recipes, and the hosts make ytou feel like you're family.
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James
VIP
Greensboro
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The special New Years Eve menu was absolutely amazing! Started with the charcuterie board that was delicious with many choices. The bone in pork ossobuco was divine and truly inspired. As always, it was a very special and wonderful experience.
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Lynn
VIP
Greensboro
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is, by far, the best farm to table restaurant in the area. We're so thankful for Ashley and Jim!!!
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Kyle
VIP
Greensboro
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great way to end the year with another great meal and service at Southern.
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MaryB
Wilmington
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food is excellent!! Chef Ashley Davis is amazing!!
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Benjamin
VIP
Wilmington
75 reviews
5.0
75 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an absolutely fabulous New Years Eve dinner. Everything we ordered was just amazing. We have been there multiple times and they never disappoint.
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Amy
VIP
Western NC
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on December 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an incredible anniversary dinner last night at Southern. The food was wonderful and our server/bartender Makenzie was fantastic (as always). Everyone at Southern is kind, hospitable and professional. We make it a point to go as frequently as we can.
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Jeff
Western KY
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great culinary experience! Lila was very attentive!
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Southern, a gathering place is rated 4.9 stars by 494 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Jan 8, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

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105 E Brown St, Southport, NC 28461-3509

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Howe Street & E. Brown Street
Neighborhood
Southport
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed–Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, 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

Website
http://southernagatheringplace.com/
Phone number
(910) 931-0786
Private party facilities
We will take reservations for private events. Contact us at (910)931-0786

Southern, a gathering place

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What 494 people are saying

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