New Rivers American Bistro – American
This intimate American bistro hums with the inviting warmth of a neighborhood gem, where the golden aroma of buttery bacon-chive biscuits and fresh-baked focaccia sets the stage for a refined yet soulful meal. Guests share plates of crispy quail and delicate oyster rolls that showcase a playful approach to local ingredients, while the briny depth of braised Rhode Island littlenecks anchors the experience in coastal tradition. It is a space where artisanal precision meets the comfort of home, turning every dinner into a vibrant celebration of seasonal flavors.
Steeple Street https://www.newriversrestaurant.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, raw-food, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at New Rivers American Bistro
Dairy-Free at New Rivers American Bistro
New Rivers American Bistro in Bakersfield has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Frites, The New Rivers Raw Bar and Add Sunny Side Egg. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at New Rivers American Bistro
New Rivers American Bistro in Bakersfield has 5 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including The New Rivers Raw Bar, Add Sunny Side Egg and Add NR Smoked Bacon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at New Rivers American Bistro
New Rivers American Bistro in Bakersfield has 26 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lemon Rosemary Ricotta Ice Cream, Frites and Little Oyster Roll. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at New Rivers American Bistro
New Rivers American Bistro in Bakersfield has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Crispy RI Squid, Fried Oysters and Duck and Sausage. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at New Rivers American Bistro
New Rivers American Bistro in Bakersfield has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Citrus Sorbet, Add Roasted RI Mushrooms and New Rivers Pickles. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at New Rivers American Bistro
New Rivers American Bistro in Bakersfield has 21 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lemon Rosemary Ricotta Ice Cream, Baked Alaska and Frites. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at New Rivers American Bistro
New Rivers American Bistro in Bakersfield has 5 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including The New Rivers Raw Bar, Trout and Pumpkin Hummus. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at New Rivers American Bistro
New Rivers American Bistro in Bakersfield has 24 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lemon Rosemary Ricotta Ice Cream, Baked Alaska and Frites. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at New Rivers American Bistro
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Crispy RI Squid | 24.7 g | 62.8 g |
| The New Rivers Raw Bar | 16.5 g | 43.5 g |
| Fritto Misto | 79 g | 37.9 g |
| Duck and Sausage | 8.5 g | 33.5 g |
| Romaine Salad | 75 g | 31.8 g |
| The New Rivers Rolls | 2.8 g | 29.8 g |
| Bone Marrow | 29.1 g | 26.6 g |
| Ravioli | 3.8 g | 25.9 g |
| Crispy Quail | 60.4 g | 22.9 g |
| East Bay Salad | 26.1 g | 22.1 g |
| Pumpkin Hummus | 19.6 g | 20.5 g |
| Rigatoni | 10.6 g | 19.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its warm and attentive service, guests love visiting for special occasions where the comfortable setting creates a perfect, inviting atmosphere. Standout dishes include the well-seasoned chicken, which
Menu
Snacks, Smaller Plates, Salads
- The New Rivers Rolls: 4 warm house rolls, garlic chive butter, parmigiano reggiano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- New Rivers Pickles: Rotating selection of preserved and pickled seasonal fruits and vegetables Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Frites: Crispy triple cooked french fries, malt vinegar aioli, ramp salt Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Little Oyster Roll: Griddled little brioche split top bun, crispy oysters, pickled ramp tartar, bread and butter pickles Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Chive Biscuits: Pimento cheese, smoked honey, brown butter Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Little Carrot Tart: Roasted carrot puree, sweet and sour carrot relish, yogurt sauce, pomegranate, warm herb pastry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Warm Focaccia: Fall herb focaccia, whipped ricotta, crushed olives, salsa verde Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Quail: Buttermilk brine, tomato molasses, benne seed, pigeon peas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pumpkin Hummus: Chickpea and roasted sugar pumpkin hummus, grilled yogurt flatbread, pepita dukkah, autumn crudités Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Braised RI Littlenecks: Native clams, leek and smoked pork belly sofrito, kale, smoked pimenton, vinho verde, garlic chive butter, charred sourdough Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fritto Misto: Crisp battered autumn vegetables, lemon aioli, chili oil Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bone Marrow: Baked with horseradish breadcrumbs, sweet potato mousse, grilled baguette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Oysters: Buttermilk and panko fried wellfleet oysters, smoked chili aioli, preserved lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy RI Squid: Fried native squid, pickled peppers, fermented chili hot sauce, squid ink Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- East Bay Salad: Lettuces, greens, and autumn herbs, shaved vegetables, cider dressing, toasted seeds, herbed sheep’s ricotta toasts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Romaine Salad: Chopped romaine, grilled sourdough croutons, lemon caper vinaigrette, 24 month parmigiano reggiano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- The New Rivers Raw Bar: Rotating cast of local oysters, clams, crudos, shrimp, and other cold seafood delicacies Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Raw-Food, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- New Rivers Charcuterie and Cheese: An a la carte list of our signature house made charcuterie and accoutrements; artisan cheeses, chutneys, and nuts Available at: dinner, lunch
Larger Plates and Pasta
- The New Rivers Burger: All natural burger on our griddled seeded milk bun, french onion onions, vermont cheddar, triple cooked frites, malt vinegar aioli and bread and butter pickles Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rigatoni: RI hen of the woods and oyster mushrooms, caramelized garlic, rosemary, pecorino Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ravioli: Pastas stuffed with roasted fall squash and smoked mozzarella, sugar pumpkin jus, crispy sage, brown butter pepitas Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti: Hand rolled, jonah crab, calabrian chili, oregano, lemon breadcrumb, bottarga Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Parmigiano Polenta Gratinée: Creamy flint corn polenta, preserved heirloom tomato, 24 mos. parmigiano, chervil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Scallops: Roasted with NR bacon, tiny potatoes, four town bush beans, pickled husk cherries, green sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Chicken: Yogurt roasted and grilled 1/2 chicken, freekah stew, golden raisin, pomegranate molasses Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Belly: Lightly smoked, roasted, and grilled pork belly pressé, stewed shell beans, grilled apples, cranberry conserva Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Trout: Crisp skin steelhead trout, leek and turnip soubise, brussels and cauliflower, shaved fennel salad Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Duck and Sausage: Corned duck breast and jagerwurst sausage, house kraut, potatoes, light grain mustard cream, dill Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak: 14 oz prime ribeye, tallow fingerling potatoes, cipollini onion confit, horseradish butter, bordelaise Available at: dinner, lunch
Dessert
- New Rivers Lemon Curd Tart: Flaky pastry, lemon curd, stewed cranberry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Dark Chocolate Pots de Creme: Dark chocolate custard, salted fudge sauce, vanilla bean whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Apple Ice Cream: Fresh apples, local cream, caramel sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Knickerbocker Glory: A grand sundae of vanilla ice cream, preserved strawberry sauce, whipped cream, shortbread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Baked Alaska: Pumpkin ice cream, honey sponge cake, hazelnut praline anglaise, oat pepita crunch, maple meringue Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Lemon Rosemary Ricotta Ice Cream: Fresh herbs, local cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Mint Chip Ice Cream: Fresh mint, dark chocolate chunks, local cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Citrus Sorbet: Infused with mint and verbena Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Brown Butter Ice Cream: Caramel ripple, smoked pecan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Add-ons
- Add Sunny Side Egg Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Add NR Smoked Bacon: Pork or lamb Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Add Roasted RI Mushrooms Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Frequently Asked Questions about New Rivers American Bistro
- Is New Rivers American Bistro dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. New Rivers American Bistro has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Frites, The New Rivers Raw Bar and Add Sunny Side Egg.
- What can I eat at New Rivers American Bistro on a dairy-free diet?
- Frites, The New Rivers Raw Bar and Add Sunny Side Egg carry the dairy-free tag, out of 7 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does New Rivers American Bistro have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Citrus Sorbet and Add Roasted RI Mushrooms.
- Is New Rivers American Bistro gluten-free?
- 5 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at New Rivers American Bistro?
- Crispy RI Squid, at roughly 62.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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