Baron & Beef — Restaurant in North Carolina

Terrible. Took my husband there to eat his BIRTHDAY dinner. Got to the restaurant at 515. We waited about 30 minutes for a table, which is no problem. We ordered an appetizer and had soup and salad. Then, nothing. After about an hour, the waitress came over and told us that there would be a little longer wait due to a party of 30 people in the back room. She said that they were an hour late, and they had held the grill for them. I said, how much longer do you think it will be? She said 20 minutes. After about 30 minutes, I was so angry. I told her it was my husband's birthday. All he wanted was his steak. She was sweet and apologized. I asked for the manager. She said that she would send him over. Come to find out, he was only the host and he avoided coming to our table. Never even looked our way. So, I went over to him. I told him how long we have waited. I told him it was my husband's birthday. He said well, we have a party of thirty and we had to PRIORITIZE. By the time I sat back down, the waitress came back over and apologized. My husband said he just wanted to pay for what we had eaten and go. So, she brought us the $35 bill. No one took anything off the bill. Not even for $5 to apologize. Terrible business practice, telling your patrons that they are not a priority. If you can't cook the food that I'm going to order just because you have a party of 30 people... Then, do not sit me at a table and it sounds like you should have just closed your doors to everyone except your party of 30 since that is all you care about. So upset. My husband still hasn't eaten and it's 730. Just waisted our evening!! If I could give ZERO stars,...

From the moment we walked into Baron & the Beef in Kinston, North Carolina, we knew we were in for something special. The ambiance was warm and inviting, setting the perfect tone for what would become one of the most memorable dining experiences we've ever had. But let’s talk about the steak. Oh, the steak! Cooked to absolute perfection, it was tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor in every bite. The seasoning? Flawless. The char? Just right. It was clear the chef here is a true artist, turning a simple cut of meat into an unforgettable masterpiece.

The service was equally stellar. Our server was attentive yet never intrusive, anticipating our needs before we even had to ask. They made sure our drinks were always refreshed and that we were completely satisfied with every course.

Baron & the Beef is the kind of place where every detail matters, from the fresh, crisp salads to the decadent desserts that rounded out our meal. It's not just a restaurant; it's an experience. If you're in Kinston and looking for a dining destination that will wow your taste buds and leave you planning your next visit before you even leave, this is it. Five stars just isn’t enough to capture how amazing this...

B&TB is a great steakhouse on the edge of Kinston. It's been a mainstay for quite a long time and the steaks are always great. They have a salad bar available that includes clam chowder and meatballs. This is included with all entrees, although some people will choose get get only that as a meal as it is unlimited trips.

The only reason withholding a 5 star rating is a couple of things that seem to have popped up in the last 6 months or so that should be easily fixable. For some reason, they keep running out of spoons next to the clam chowder station. On a busy night it's not uncommon to have to wait for a spoon or ask your waitress to get one from the back. Also, having the option of a plate or a bowl at the salad bar seems to be an issue. If there's any traffic at all, the bowls seem to be in short supply and you're at risk of having to wait on a plate. I've been 4 times so far this year, and these have been an issue every time. I don't see why these would be recurring issues at a place where most meals.start at $20+.

Also, they seem to have quit serving beer/wine in the last few months. If that is an expectation with your dinner, you will be disappointed. If you don't need...