Opening hours
Open now · closes 4:00 PM
| Monday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Local time in Old Fort: 8:35 AM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (828) 668-6242 to confirm.
About Black Beary's Cafe
Located at 14 W Main St in Old Fort, North Carolina, Black Beary's Cafe is an ice cream shop. It is one of 12 places to eat and drink we list in Old Fort. Prices are moderate ($15–30 per person).
Black Beary's Cafe is open 6 days a week, usually 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (closed Sunday).
Guests can choose from 53 menu items across 6 sections, including Appetizers, Ice Cream & Desserts, Salad's, Grilled Sandwiches, and Daily Special. Listed prices range from $1.25 to $8.99, with a typical item around $5.49. Dishes worth a look include Fried Pickles, Chef Salad, and Singe Scoop.
Service options include onsite services, takeout, dine-in, and delivery. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual, cozy, and quiet, and it is a good fit for groups. The place is family-friendly. It is especially popular for solo dining. Offerings include coffee.
Accessibility features: wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible parking lot, wheelchair accessible restroom, and wheelchair accessible seating. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Phone: (828) 668-6242.
Quick facts
- Category
- Ice Cream Shop
- Address
- 14 W Main St, Old Fort, NC 28762
- Phone
- (828) 668-6242
- Price range
- $$ per person
- Hours
- Open 6 days a week, usually 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (closed Sunday)
- Menu
- 53 items · $1.25–$8.99
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 10 AM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 2 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for ice cream shops and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Black Beary's Cafe’s weekday schedule with 144 other ice cream shops in North Carolina. On a typical weekday it opens at 8:00 AM, earlier than 86% of them (the typical opening time is 11:30 AM) and closes at 4:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 9:00 PM).
In total it is open about 48 hours a week, 22 hours fewer than the local median of 70. 94% of ice cream shops in North Carolina open on Sundays; Black Beary's Cafe does not.
Compared with 144 other ice cream shops in North Carolina that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for ice cream shops in North Carolina
Based on 14 menus with 68 priced items from ice cream shops in North Carolina, the median menu item costs $8.79, and half of all items are priced between $5.99 and $9.99.
At Black Beary's Cafe the median listed price is $5.49, lower than the typical $8.79 for ice cream shops in North Carolina.
Calculated from 14 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
Service options
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Popular for
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Coffee
Dining options
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Black Beary's Cafe there are 7 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 8 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Burgers & Fast Food (2), Cafes & Coffee (2), Bars & Pubs (1), and Sandwiches & Delis (1).
Black Beary's Cafe is the only ice cream shop within a mile (1 within three miles). The next closest is DQ Grill & Chill, 2.2 mi away.
1 place within a mile stays open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- PizzaWhistle Stop Pizza & Subs< 0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeCatawba Vale Business HUB< 0.1 mi
- Sandwiches & DelisSubway< 0.1 mi
- Bars & PubsHillman Beer0.1 mi
- Burgers & Fast FoodHardee's0.3 mi
What to expect at an ice cream shop
This group brings together bakeries, donut shops, ice cream parlors, frozen yogurt shops, dessert cafes, candy stores and specialty sweet shops. Bakeries usually open early and sell their best items before noon, while ice cream and dessert shops are busiest in the evening and on warm weekends.
What to order
- Croissants or morning pastries – freshest early in the day
- Donuts – classic glazed is the benchmark
- Cookies and cupcakes – easy to share or take home
- Pan dulce or Asian buns – bakery specialties from other traditions
Good to know
- Arrive early for the full selection; popular items sell out.
- Order celebration cakes several days ahead.
- Many bakeries discount day-old bread and pastries in the afternoon.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Black Beary's Cafe's opening hours?
Open 6 days a week, usually 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (closed Sunday). Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Sunday: Closed.
Is Black Beary's Cafe open on Sunday?
No, Black Beary's Cafe is closed on Sundays.
Where is Black Beary's Cafe located?
Black Beary's Cafe is located at 14 W Main St, Old Fort, NC 28762.
What is the phone number of Black Beary's Cafe?
You can call Black Beary's Cafe at (828) 668-6242.
Does Black Beary's Cafe offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Black Beary's Cafe offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: onsite services, takeout, dine-in, and delivery.
How much does it cost to eat at Black Beary's Cafe?
The typical price range at Black Beary's Cafe is $$ per person. Menu prices range from $1.25 to $8.99.
Is Black Beary's Cafe wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible parking lot, wheelchair accessible restroom, and wheelchair accessible seating.
Is Black Beary's Cafe good for kids?
Family-friendly details: good for kids.
Is Black Beary's Cafe open late?
No, Black Beary's Cafe usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Black Beary's Cafe?
There are 8 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Black Beary's Cafe. Nearby options include Whistle Stop Pizza & Subs (< 0.1 mi), Catawba Vale Business HUB (< 0.1 mi), and Subway (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other ice cream shops near Black Beary's Cafe?
None within a mile. The closest is DQ Grill & Chill, 2.2 mi away.
How much do ice cream shops in North Carolina cost?
Based on 14 menus with 68 priced items from ice cream shops in North Carolina, the median menu item costs $8.79, and half of all items are priced between $5.99 and $9.99.
