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The Hedge opens, bringing elevated comfort food to Morganton's Queen Street
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The Hedge opens, bringing elevated comfort food to Morganton's Queen Street

  • By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media
  • Mar 21, 2026

The Hedge, located at 203 Queen St., transforms a historic 1950s Savings and Loan building into an upscale, casual diner experience, with counter service, an open kitchen, and a large outdoor patio designed for gathering.

The Hedge opens today, bringing elevated comfort food to Morganton's Queen Street
Business

The Hedge opens today, bringing elevated comfort food to Morganton's Queen Street

  • By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media
  • Mar 20, 2026

The Hedge, located at 203 Queen St., transforms a historic 1950s Savings and Loan building into an upscale, casual diner experience, with counter service, an open kitchen, and a large outdoor patio designed for gathering.

Morganton restaurant scene kicks off 2026 with a full plate
Morganton News

Morganton restaurant scene kicks off 2026 with a full plate

  • By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media
  • Jan 15, 2026

From new ownership at Treat to progress at The Honey Hog, 2026 is shaping up to be an exciting year for Morganton's restaurant scene.

Morganton restaurant scene kicks off 2026 with a full plate
Morganton News

Morganton restaurant scene kicks off 2026 with a full plate

  • By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media
  • Jan 10, 2026

From new ownership at Treat to progress at The Honey Hog, 2026 is shaping up to be an exciting year for Morganton's restaurant scene.

A sneak peek at Blackbox Sandwiches, opening in Morganton on Nov. 10
Morganton News

A sneak peek at Blackbox Sandwiches, opening in Morganton on Nov. 10

  • By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media
  • Nov 7, 2025

After months of work at their location on South Sterling Street, owners Claire and Shawn Mull are getting ready to open their new restaurant on Nov. 10.

A sneak peek at Blackbox Sandwiches, opening in Morganton on Nov. 10
Morganton News

A sneak peek at Blackbox Sandwiches, opening in Morganton on Nov. 10

  • By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media
  • Nov 1, 2025

After months of work at their location on South Sterling Street, owners Claire and Shawn Mull are getting ready to open their new restaurant on Nov. 10.

New outdoor seating spaces to make social district more lively
Morganton News

New outdoor seating spaces to make social district more lively

  • By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media
  • Aug 2, 2025

New outdoor seating areas are on the horizon for downtown Morganton.

The Hedge restaurant eyeing downtown location
Morganton News
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The Hedge restaurant eyeing downtown location

  • By SAYDIE E. BEAN saydie@thepaper.media
  • Mar 3, 2025

Located on 203 Queen St., the former 1950s Savings and Loan building will be transformed into The Hedge | Counter & Cocktails (Restaurant on Queen, LLC).

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