Ramada Lounge 101 Howell Rd. This is a spot that might be comfortably peaceful one night and buzzing with activity the next. Attracting a mixture of locals and visitors, the lounge offers guests lots of windows from which to view the river and downtown New Bern. The club features a long, irregular-shaped bar, comfortable seating and lots of windows overlooking the harbor. There is also an outside deck.
Live entertainment is offered on most weekends, and there is a large-screen television.
On Friday and Saturday nights until about 1 AM, Kress entertains with live music, and patrons are invited to dance the night away. 1950s diner-style, and it's carried off with quite a flair. The Kress Cafe has all ABC permits and features daily drink specials. For more about the cafe's menu and food service, see our New Bern Restaurants chapter. This nightspot is new, having opened in August 1996.