Bistro 1904 at River Forest Manor — Restaurant in Belhaven

If you haven’t been to River Forest Manor lately, let me bless your life real quick: this isn’t just a restaurant — it’s a resurrection. The new owners have done what few can do — they’ve respected the roots, honored the legacy, and still managed to make it feel fresh, fabulous, and full of fire.

Let’s talk talent.

First, Chef Sydney is an absolute revelation in the kitchen. Her food isn’t just good — it’s spiritual. Every dish feels like a homecoming dinner and a fine dining experience had a baby and blessed it with butter and soul. She doesn’t cook — she conjures.

Then there’s Tamika — the calm in the storm and the storm when needed. She leads the front of house with the elegance of a queen and the precision of a general. You’ll feel taken care of before you even know you need anything. She sees people, and that’s rare.

And of course… Devin. If you’ve been lucky enough to be served, entertained, or even witnessed by Devin, then you know. Devin brings the energy, the empathy, the sparkle, and the strength. He’s the kind of presence that transforms the atmosphere — the kind of person who makes you feel like you’re not just dining out, you’re seen and celebrated.

✨ This team is doing more than running a restaurant. They’re creating a moment — every night, every table, every plate. ✨

Whether you're from here or just passing through, River Forest Manor is the kind of place that reminds you why Southern hospitality is legendary — and now, it's got the modern fire to...

Took my wife to brunch for her birthday. It was very good. She couldn’t say enough about the buffet. Me on the other hand ordered the clams and linguini with a chorizo sort of bolognese. It was good except that chorizo overpowered the dish. Won’t do that again. I also ordered an espresso and a shot of sambuca. Espresso was about 6 oz. In a 12 oz. cup. Next time I’ll bring my own demitasse cup. Kind of over kill on the espresso. Otherwise , we’d eat there again with...

Very sad....new owners have raised prices an lowered food quality....no more best in eastern n.c. sunday brunch....not even close!...no seafood....no omelette station....food that was provided was substandard and mostly cold...service was excellent but with few apologies for the sad changes....when spending a hundred dollars for 2 i expect more....will not be able to go back to, what used to be, one of my fav...