Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe
Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe serves Fresh Local Outer Banks Seafood at 7623 S Virginia Dare Trail, with a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence in 2026.
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- Address
- 7623 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC 27959
- Phone
- +12524415405
- Website
- lonecedarcafe.com
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Fresh Local Outer Banks Seafood and sustainable sourcing
Fresh Local Outer Banks Seafood defines the kitchen, with local sourcing and sustainable seafood shaping the seafood focus. She Crab Soup, Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes, and a Seafood Platter give readers concrete anchors for ordering.
Wine Spectator Award of Excellence and waterfront setting
Wine Spectator gave Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe an Award of Excellence in 2026, and the restaurant pours from an extensive wine list. Waterfront views and conversational noise make it a fit for a conversation-led seafood meal.
Lunch, dinner, brunch, and casual dress
Lunch, dinner, and brunch all suit the format, with standard pacing and upscale casual service. Casual dress keeps planning simple for visitors coming off a Nags Head day.
Side-by-Side Snapshot
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe | Fresh Local Outer Banks Seafood | $$ | , | Nags Head |
| Red Sky Cafe | Contemporary American Seafood | $$ | , | Duck |
| Squid's | Classic Seafood and Oyster Bar | $$ | , | University area |
| Saltbox Seafood Joint | North Carolina Coastal Seafood | $$ | , | Durham-Chapel Hill Boulevard corridor |
| The Kill Devil Grill | Coastal American Grill | $$ | , | Kill Devil Hills |
| Mannings Restaurant | Modern Southern American | $$ | , | Downtown Clayton |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Wine Spectator Award of Excellence
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At a Glance
- Scenic
- Rustic
- Cozy
- Family
- Casual Hangout
- Celebration
- Waterfront
- Live Music
- Extensive Wine List
- Local Sourcing
- Sustainable Seafood
- Waterfront
Current opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
- 4:30–8 PM
- Friday
- 4:30–8:30 PM
- Saturday
- 4:30–8:30 PM
- Sunday
- 4:30–8 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Relaxed waterfront atmosphere with water views from every seat, scenic sunsets, and occasional live music creating a casual, scenic dining experience.