New American Restaurants in New Bern, NC

“SPECTACULAR BREAKFAST......the pork belly, the generous portion of melted havarti cheese over a fried egg in butter with peppered bacon over a magnificent handmade burger......oh it was devine 💕 This was my first time and it will not be my last. Rylee, our server was joyful and was exceptional......all orders were flawless and the chef met every dietary need and substitution without an upcharge. Pricing was fair and well worth every penny. Wish I could give you 10 STARS ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ THANK YOU!!!!“

“My Fiancé and I had dinner here celebrating our 10th anniversary this past thursday. We showed up slightly early for our reservation, they took us immediately. Sat us in a private intimate booth towards the back of the dining room. We ordered a bottle of wine (Freakshow). presented perfectly by our server Anna. (hopefully i spelled it correctly) who was amazing! She described the daily features gracefully and gave us time to look over the menu. We ordered the shrimp and grits appetizer. The grits were amazing... local, water ground, silky and seasoned perfectly. The shrimp were cooked proper and super hot. and the brown butter bbq was unlike any traditional bbq..so much better. The Chef came out to meet with us and recommended the Wahoo Oscar feature. Which we ended up ordering along with the 14oz Ribeye. The Wahoo was fresh as could be and cooked perfectly. Tasted like the ocean. Topped with a generous portion of lobster, a beautiful satin bernaise and crispy tempura asparagus, served over wild rice. That dish SLAMMED. The ribeye was charred beautifully and cooked to a perfect medium rare. The mashed potatoes were perfectly seasoned and had a nice hint of sour cream. Management touched our table a few times and made us feel welcomed and well taken care of. Everything was perfect. Right down to the espresso creme brulee with chocolate covered espresso beans. Total experience was 11 out of 10. We can't wait to go back! Thank you for being awesome!“

“I think our server’s name was Adam—and if I’m wrong, I sincerely apologize—but whoever you are, you were hands down one of the best servers we’ve ever had.

We came in for my birthday with THREE kids (including a one-year-old and a peanut allergy in the mix), so… not exactly an easy table. And somehow you made it feel effortless. You were attentive to every single detail without hovering, warm without being over the top, and just genuinely kind in a way that you can’t fake.

You made sure my daughter was safe with her allergy, kept up with our chaos like a pro, and somehow still made the whole experience feel calm and enjoyable.

And then—without even knowing it was my birthday—you brought out complimentary ice cream for the kids. That moment meant more than you probably realized. It was the first time my nonverbal son signed “more” in ASL in a restaurant setting, and I will never forget that. He was so kind to celebrate that moment with us by bringing our kids complimentary ice cream and even brought out Pokemon cards for them! The kindness and attentiveness of Adam is unmatched.

Also—pimento cheese? Amazing. Skirt steak? Unreal. But the service is what made the night.

When we found out you were only in your first TWO WEEKS of training, I was honestly shocked. You have a natural instinct for this, and it shows.

Thank you for taking such good care of our family. Truly. You made my birthday feel special in a way that had nothing to do with attention on me—and everything to do with how you treated my kids.

If this is Adam—thank you. If it’s not Adam—please make sure he sees this. You’re really, really good at what you. We dined there two days ago and my kids are still talking about you. Not the service. Not the food. You!! We’ll be requesting Adam to be our server and rearranging our own date nights around Adam’s work schedule!

Everyone knows Cypress Hall’s food and atmosphere is above average in every way. But Adam just took our whole experience to another level. I really hope that management/ownership is celebrating this new hire and realize what they have with him on their team!!“

“Absolutely delicious food and friendly servers! There were 6 for lunch. We had chicken & brussell sprouts, strawberry salad, 2 shrimp and fries, and two other entrees. All were delicious and huge servings!“

“Excellent dining experience, we have been here many times and it is always great. On this occasion it was a Saturday night within an hour of their closing ,You know some places when you show up in that last hour you get that we're getting ready to close service and food, not here! Our server Leslie was amazing, she treated us like we were the first customer of the day, in no way did we feel the slightest bit rushed. Good food, good prices, and good service. This is one of the few places that still offers all three!“

“Persimmons Waterfront Restaurant is a true gem! From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with a warm welcome and breathtaking water views that set the perfect tone for an unforgettable dining experience. The creative drinks and cocktails are a highlight on their own — beautifully presented, balanced, and bursting with flavor. You can tell the bartenders take real pride in their craft. The food is top-notch — every dish is thoughtfully prepared, fresh, and full of local flavor. Whether it’s seafood, steak, or something seasonal, everything comes out perfectly cooked and plated like art. And the service? Exceptional. The staff is attentive without being intrusive, knowledgeable about the menu, and genuinely eager to make sure you have a wonderful time. Between the stunning waterfront setting, imaginative drinks, and exceptionally crafted dishes, Persimmons is easily one of the best dining experiences anywhere in New Bern. Highly recommend for a romantic dinner, celebration, or just treating yourself to something special!“

“first time out since I moved to NC. went to watch home run derby and the bartender Karrie was super friendly and great atmosphere.. food was great. definitely will go back.“