This is just what New Bern needed--an expansive, well-executed waterfront restaurant with lots of indoor and outdoor dining spaces.We ate there last night for the first time and enjoyed our meal and the view. What's not to like? A perfect water view, friendly, professional service and clean, Asian-inspired decor with lots of wood and modern design.My husband was happy with his crab cake burger (the roll was high quality Kaiser-type), the table next to us was raving over their Calamari appetizer and Bear Burgers.I wasn't super-hungry, so I ordered the Asian Chicken Sesame Kabobs over Soba noodles. This needed more spices--I suggest some ginger, perhaps some garlic, and the sesame seeds weren't in evidence, so this was a bit bland, needed some brightening up. My side of Sweet Potato Fries were yummy, and I was happy with my glass of white wine, though the pour was a bit scanty for the $6.00. A minor quibble. This new restaurant is already a star and reservations are well-advised--especially for the deck space--which is delightful. Persimmons is a happy addition to New Bern's dining scene.