222 Chophouse Wine Bar and Lounge — Restaurant in Kinston

Our very first visit today, I was looking forward to enjoying a 16oz Prime Rib. We sat at the bar, ordered drinks, and asked about the prime rib. Jose told us it’s only available on Friday and Saturday. I stated nowhere on the website, the menu, or on Facebook does it mention prime rib is ONLY available those days. The GM Paul stopped by and his response was, it’s not as busy during the week so they changed it to Friday and Saturday. Understandably so, but why is it not posted anywhere? He stated they’re a new restaurant and still making changes. I drove 40 minutes for this, and to my disappointment, we still decided to stay and order anyway. We started with prime rib eggrolls, and a Caesar salad. We also ordered the special feature, which was Halibut over pickled veggies and rice pilaf, with an add on side of shrimp. Eggrolls were doughy, salad was huge, almost plain romaine cuts, with onion croutons and egg only. The halibut was perfect, the pickled veggies not so much, and the supposed rice pilaf, was not pilaf. It looked more like Mexican rice, red /orange color with a sweet taste. Not appealing. The grilled shrimp was overcooked, rubbery to chew. Service was good, very pleasant as well, but after tasting the food, and the disappointment with the prime rib, we decided not to return. Check total was $120, which we expected, but for the tastes, was not worth it. Sadly I had high hopes for this restaurant, was willing to pay the $69 for prime rib, but $43 for halibut and soggy veggies and sweet rice was not appealing. Sorry not sorry, but honesty is key when you have high hopes for a restaurant of this supposed caliber. Demographics is Key. To the owner/GM, no response is necessary since we voiced our opinion right away. We assume excuses is all we get, but as we say, it’s just lip service. How else will clientele know what to expect if honest reviews like this aren’t...

We will not return. Sorry, and this is coming from someone who has been waiting with anticipation for this place to open since they announced!

We ordered vodka sodas with lime. He ordered a double and I ordered a single with extra lime. It took 20 min for the drinks to come, and when the drinks arrived, mine had lemon and his was just a glass of vodka. No soda, no lime. She took it back and when it came back, it too had lemon. (They did have lime PS). We did not get bread, and I was also looking forward to that as no one eats bread these days, am I right??! We ordered a wedge salad with blackened shrimp, no tomato, and the prime rib with fries. (My mistake on the fries). When the food arrived, my fries were sweet potato slices with some sort of honey drizzle (again, my mistake, I saw regular fries on the app menu, and just assumed). My prime rib was Medium as requested, but I felt like I had to saw through it with my butter knife.(no offer of a steak knife, but I didn’t want to be ugly). My Au jus was some kind of puree’ and when I asked about it, I was told it was the house Au jus. It was room temp and not what was expected.

The wedge salad with no tomato came out as a spring mix salad, sans tomato, but not a wedge and no shrimp. The waitress fixed the issue, however the blackened shrimp was just boiled shrimp, not to mention the wedge salad came out with tomato.

A second round of drinks, extra lime for me, still came with lemon. Lastly, the table was wobbly and the side door was continually opened as people were coming and going as I sat right at that door freezing. People attempting to eat and people leaving.

We appreciate fine dinning and good food, something that KTown desperately needs, but this is not it. We joked after that we could have done better with gas station pizza and...

My wife and I celebrated her birthday this past Saturday at 222 Chophouse Wine Bar and Lounge. We were so pleased with our evening. We found that they bring a modern yet comfortable dining experience to the area. The atmosphere strikes a balance between upscale and inviting – stylish décor, soft lighting, and a lively but not overwhelming energy make it a great spot for both date nights and gatherings. The menu focuses on quality cuts of steak and well-crafted dishes, and it shows. Steaks come out cooked exactly to order, tender, and full of flavor. Alongside the entrees, the sides are thoughtfully prepared – from elevated takes on classics like garlic mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables, to more creative offerings that rotate seasonally. Their wine list is one of the standout features, with a diverse selection ranging from approachable bottles to higher-end vintages. The staff is knowledgeable and happy to make recommendations that complement your meal. Service is attentive without being intrusive. Servers are friendly, professional, and seem genuinely interested in making sure each guest enjoys their experience. Overall, 222 Chophouse Wine Bar and Lounge offers a dining experience that feels special but accessible – perfect for anyone looking for fine dining without the pretense. Whether you’re in for a steak, a glass of wine, or just to unwind in a stylish setting, it’s a spot worth visiting. Thank you for making our...