Now Opening — Late Summer 2026 · Benson, NC

    Benson, NC Restaurant & Cocktail BarComfort Food.
    Done Different.

    Scratch-made Southern classics, handcrafted cocktails, and live music — all under one roof at Marian Cocktails & Kitchen.

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    Marian & Havenwing present

    Freaky
    Friday.

    Halloween Cocktail Party

    Halloween cocktails, drink specials all night, hors d’oeuvres, a late-night kitchen, music and dancing. Best overall costume wins a $100 Marian gift card.

    Friday October 30, 20268 PM–2 AM, ending Saturday October 31Havenwing Vineyards · 3735 NC-50 S, Benson, NC
    Buy Tickets • $5

    $5 general admission21+ · Ticket Tailor checkout

    Explore the night

    Costume contest participation does not require an alcohol purchase. Costumes encouraged, not required. An exclusive preview, not a grand opening.

    A Marian cocktail ready for a Halloween night out

    Benson, after dark

    Halloween cocktails. Costume-worthy company.

    An exclusive preview of Marian Cocktails & Kitchen, co-hosted with Havenwing Vineyards.

    A generous Thanksgiving plate with housemade turkey and Southern sides
    From our family kitchen

    A Marian holiday table

    Thanksgiving,
    taken care of.

    A plant-based Thanksgiving kit from our family kitchen: housemade turkey, sourdough stuffing and mushroom gravy, green bean casserole, and sweet potato casserole. Heat and serve. Add Hunni-Baked Ham, Mac n Cheese, pies and cheesecakes.

    The dinner kitServes 4 · $125
    Preorder deadlineOrder by Sun Nov 22

    Holiday pickupPickup Wed Nov 25, 12 to 8pm at Havenwing Vineyards in Benson or Element Gastropub in Raleigh

    Preorder your dinner

    A little more time around the table.

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    Our Story

    Good food brings people together

    Everything at Marian is made from scratch — the way your grandma did it, with a modern twist. Southern comfort classics, a full bar of craft cocktails and premium wines, and a banquet hall built for celebrating.

    Led by Executive Chef Lelia Kidd, we're a proud part of the VegSouth Hospitality Group, sharing our home in Benson with Havenwing Vineyards.

    Marian dining room with green velvet seating in Benson NC
    From the Kitchen

    A Taste of Marian

    BBQ Brisket
    Handhelds

    BBQ Brisket

    Burnt ends, slaw, hickory BBQ, potato roll

    Brisket Mac Skillet
    Comfort

    Brisket Mac Skillet

    Mac & cheese, brisket, pickled onion

    Bonfire Margarita
    The Bar

    Bonfire Margarita

    Reposado, lime, agave, charred cinnamon

    Martha's Cakes
    Sweets

    Martha's Cakes

    Scratch-baked seasonal cakes & pies

    The Space

    Where Everybody's Welcome

    No dress code, no pretense. Just moody, plant-filled rooms, warm candlelight, and a space that feels like home.

    Marian interior with hanging greenery and candlelit tables
    Intimate lounge nook at Marian Benson NC
    Marian dining room and bar seating
    Marbled cocktail bar and wine display at Marian
    Marian Cocktails & Kitchen exterior at dusk in Benson NC
    Weekend brunch service at Marian
    Every Sunday

    Sunday Brunch

    Scratch-made favorites, bottomless mimosas, and the best way to start your Sunday. 10AM – 3PM.

    Private dining nook at Marian
    Private Events

    Your Celebration, Our Place

    Rehearsal dinners, birthdays, corporate gatherings. We'll handle the food and drinks — you handle the memories.

    Brisket mac and cheese skillet
    Curated wine selection at Marian
    Marian's Market

    Take Marian home

    Our premium butcher counter brings professional-grade proteins and scratch-made favorites right to your kitchen — from steaks to holiday roasts.

    When We're Open
    Wednesday – Saturday4PM – 10PM
    Sunday Brunch10AM – 3PM
    Monday – TuesdayClosed
    Find Us

    3735 NC-50 S

    Benson, NC 27504

    info@mariankitchen.com
    Marian Cocktails & Kitchen

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    We open Late Summer 2026. Join the list for opening news, brunch drops, and event announcements.