Catering New Bern for 30 Years

For three decades, The Chelsea has been one of Eastern North Carolina’s premier catering and event destinations—serving unforgettable weddings, polished corporate gatherings, and every celebration in between. We offer both in-house events in our elegant banquet room and full-service off-site catering throughout the New Bern area, complete with professional staff and bar service, delivering seamless hospitality from first toast to final farewell.

A woman with dark hair and earrings in a white blouse setting a table with white plates outlined with gold, gray napkins, and gold utensils in a decorated event space with exposed brick walls.

  • Our private Banquet Room, located upstairs within the restaurant, accommodates up to 110 guests and provides an ideal setting for wedding rehearsal dinners, retirement celebrations, corporate functions, and other special milestones. Complete with full-service catering and bar service, we offer a seamless stress-free experience for you and your guests.

  • From elegant weddings and large-scale fundraisers to polished corporate functions and private celebrations, The Chelsea delivers full-service off-site catering throughout the New Bern and surrounding areas. Our experienced culinary and event team manages every detail—from creative menus and professional service staff to complete bar service—ensuring a seamless, elevated experience at your venue of choice.

  • Perfect for pharmaceutical representatives, office luncheons, and business gatherings, our to-go catering service offers chef-prepared selections packaged for easy pickup and effortless serving. Simply place your order at least 48 hours in advance, and we’ll have everything ready for convenient pickup at the restaurant—fresh, polished, and ready to impress.

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Client Reviews

“We held our son’s rehearsal dinner in the banquet room at The Chelsea. The staff were top notch and the food was impeccable! would highly recommend this restaurant to cater this event! They are so caring and professional.

-Lisa G.

“The Chelsea Restaurant in New Bern, NC is truly exceptional! I give this restaurant the highest rating for both food and service. My most recent event was no exception - the owners and their team were professional, attentive, and went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. The food was absolutely delicious, the service outstanding, and the hospitality warm and welcoming.

-Dawn J.

“It was such a pleasure working with Ron on our wedding reception! Our 300 guests were impressed by how delicious the food was from the first tray of passed apps to the late night snack they provided. The bar service was just as great! The entire team brought professionalism, warmth, and high energy to our reception and I can’t recommend (or thank!) The Chelsea enough.

-Chase M.