A taste
of place

Where flavors, like myths and memories,comes alive.

Welcome to Theodosia, our signature restaurant from award-winning chef and restaurateur Vivian Howard whose Southern roots are imbued in every dish she creates. With a focus on fresh locally-sourced ingredients and the rich traditions of eastern North Carolina cooking, her menu speaks of salt marshes and fishing boats, of recipes passed down and flavors inspired by the Outer Banks.

Chef Vivian Howard, Executive Chef of Theodosia restaurant at the Sanderling Hotel, enjoying a cup of coffee.

Vivian Howard

Executive Chef

From her beloved early restaurants like Chef & The Farmer and the Boiler Room in Kinston, North Carolina, to her New York Times best-selling cookbooks like Deep Run Roots: Stories and Recipes from My Corner of the South and PBS television series A Chef’s Life, Chef Howard has helped shape the landscape of regional Southern cooking. Inspired by the rich culture of the Outer Banks, Theodosia is the next stage in Howard’s culinary evolution.

Group of friends joyfully celebrating a birthday at an outdoor table, with plenty of food and drinks.
An Intimate Coastal Experience

Private Dining

Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, hosting an intimate gathering, or simply seeking a more personalized experience, our secluded spaces offer the perfect setting. Indulge in a curated menu inspired by the flavors of eastern North Carolina, where fresh, locally sourced ingredients bring the essence of the coast to every bite. With impeccable service and breathtaking surroundings, your private dining experience will be nothing short of unforgettable.

This isn’t just dining, it’s storytelling for the palette and soul

GENERAL INFORMATION

HOURS

Dinner Daily

4:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m

Breakfast Mon – Fri

7:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m

Brunch Sat – Sun

9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m

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