Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe
Seafood Restaurant$$$$
Nags Head
"The she crab soup is to die for!"(3 Tips)
"Shrimp and grits - delicious!"(2 Tips)
"... in OBX! Or try the Asian shrimp - it's spicy fried shrimp and doesn't..."(2 Tips)
"The broiled seafood platter is awesome!"(3 Tips)
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The News & ObserverDecember 8, 2014Diners can await a view of a couple of osprey affectionately known as Lucy and Ricky. Their large craggy nest is perched on a tree in the Roanoke Sound, at the perfect height for Lone Cedar diners. Read more
Kelsey MeadowsJuly 23, 2015Great crab soup, scallops were on point, great fish (they will even cook your catch). Very big with interesting decor. Amazing qui slit food with great service!
Lauren McMullenAugust 25, 2017Such a gem! A beautiful garden w an amazing view over the sound and the most amazing sunset!!! The seafood & veggies (obviously) are very fresh. There are NO hush puppies. Skip the crab dip.
Russ 🔥 CornettSeptember 8, 2015Andy Griffith (Actor/Legend) was a regular customer and friend here for many years. He enjoyed his privacy and dined privately in the back room.
Missy MartinSeptember 11, 2014I have never had a bad meal here - everything is great. Beautiful view as well.
Love this place! Love their calamari, tilefish and shrimp in herb butter, & seafood platter. Great local seafood! Great bar atmosphere too.
Paige CAugust 20, 2016Beautiful views, delicious food, but the service could use an upgrade. A little under qualified.
Vanessa Di LorenzoAugust 29, 2013Make sure Cody serves you, he is really attentive and knew a lot about the menu. Amazing food, great view and awesome staff.
Kelly SlothowerJuly 23, 2013Everything is local and fresh. Great food. Server has been amazing - even with the little kiddies.
Ashley BakerMay 19, 2013Go at night. Brunch menu consists of five things but they ran out of turkey. On top of that the catch of the day is the same as anothet menu item. Not much to choose from.
Basnight's Lone Cedar CafeApril 28, 2014It's almost that time of year....SOFTCRABS are a coming to your plate! This is our first crab of the season! Read more
Richard Furlonge-RostantNovember 25, 2012Food was great. We sat at the bar, great drink specials and entree portions are big enough for two.- Todd TilleyMarch 4, 2012Best she crab soup in OBX! Or try the Asian shrimp - it's spicy fried shrimp and doesn't really go too Asian.
- Ashley BakerMay 19, 2013Their burger comes with just cheese and they put about as much time into it as McDonald's. Burger was sitting on the top "bun" making it soggy and the bottom one is hard as a rock.
ashleigh dickersonJuly 29, 2012Get the crab dip!! It's really good! It was gone in a minute we ate it so fast!
Katherine TurnerJuly 2, 2011The fish trio with salsas was amazing! Don't miss the proscuitto wrapped scallops with pepper jelly!
Kelli StephensAugust 18, 2012Excellent food, atmosphere, and service! Everything is fresh and local.
Come on Sunday nights for tapas the bartender Vicki is the best on the beach
Erin ThompsonOctober 11, 2010the crab stuffed shrimp is amazing! Love the Hoptober draft...husband got fish grill and it was fabulous as well!
Parmesan crusted chicken is amazing, she-crab soup is great as well!!
Jason KesslerMay 16, 2011Beautiful view of the Atlantic Ocean on the lovely Outer Banks of North Carolina. (via Scoville) Read more
- Sarah HummelSeptember 25, 2010Shrimp and grits - delicious! Catch of the day (trout) - amazing! Pumpkin brûlée - mmmmmm...
- The broiled seafood platter is awesome! Yum! Always come here for every trip to OBX...absolutely the best!
ian hallJuly 19, 2010Order the fresh catch...all the best seasonal fish from local fishermen straight to your plate.
Mike NevilleAugust 16, 2012Dont ever come here - waited 45 min @ table didnt even get water - mngr was nonchalant didnt care to apologize -had to walk out
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At Lone Cedar Café, we specialize in fresh and local Outer Banks seafood. If you’re craving the freshest fish, clams, crab, shrimp and oysters from local North Carolina waters, you’ll find them at the Lone Cedar Café.
Closed until 4:30 PM (Show more)
- Tue–Thu
- 4:30 PM–8:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 4:30 PM–8:30 PM
- Sun
- 11:00 AM–2:00 PM
- 4:30 PM–8:00 PM
(252) 441-5405
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Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & MasterCard)
Outdoor Seating
Yes
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Brunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
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Full Bar, Cocktails
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"Uh, amazing scallops, fish tacos, fish burrito, oh the sushi, by FAR the best restaurant on the beach!!"
Blakeley Newbill - 8.5
"I never order shrimp & grits anywhere else. My favorite dish here. Leftovers make a great breakfast too!"
Bryna Darling - 8.9
"Try the Calamari for an app. The sauce is awesome. Can't go wrong with The Fish Tacos and the Crabcakes"
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