You want it, you got it. If you want a taste of the South while in a Mid-Atlantic city. Then Evelyn's is your spot. I ordered the catfish dinner with a side of Mac & cheese and collard greens.The catfish was prepared to perfection, just enough breading, just the right season and zero bones!The Mac was flavorful (think cheddar with a zing) and the collards were prepared with love. Sampling all three was a winning combination.A must-try for anyone visiting or living in the downtown Wilmington district.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish
Paul Donovan
FAIR PRICES! One of the few places downtown that has affordable and reasonably priced food and add-ons. No complaints here. Flavorful and not over-cooked nor under-cooked. It may not have the most appealing appearance in and out, but it's generally clean and the food is good, and that's what matters. They are friendly too!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: French Toast Meat and Eggs Turkey Sausage Cheese Mixed, French Toast
Brendon Urbano
First off, walking into Evelyn's reminded me of walking into a catfish restaurant in Mississippi. (That's a good thing)I was greeted pleasantly and was engaged in small conversation while taking my order. It felt genuine and personable. (I like that)I had the Catfish platter with greens, potato salad, Mac and cheese, with a piece of cornbread as my sides. The catfish was fried nicely and the size was what you would come to expect normally. The Mac was on the salty side and was probably the LCD (lowest common denominator)of all the sides. Greens had a nice vinegary taste to it and was seasoned with smoked turkey or something. I thought I was going to get sick from it because I'm not a meat eater. Thankfully I didn't... the potato salad was creamy with a good amount of chunks in it. It was seasoned well and they sprinkled a little paprika on top. Lastly the cornbread was soft and not too sweet to the point where it tasted like a cheap pound cake. It had a nice grit to it and wasn't too small of a piece either. Overall, I would recommend this place to anyone and everyone. I'll definitely be going back
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Corn Bread, Fish, Fish Sandwich, Potato Salad
Ashley Harris
10/10 food was amazing! Ma’am Evelyn has brought me back to the days my Grandmother was still cooking in the kitchen. Fish was fresh. 1st photo was Whiting, 2nd photo was flounder. Mac & Cheese had so much flavor. Sweet potato was just right to my liking that why I just had to go back. The first experiences was so amazing that two weeks later I had to drive back up from Va to get my a good ole AFTER SUNDAY SERVICE FOOD! Both experiences was great. Nicky Evelyn’s Daughter has awesome customer service. It’s a clean and peaceful atmosphere! Thank you!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish, Macaroni
Lovely
I ordered fish, eggs, & grits through a delivery app. I chose the flounder and the fish was tasty, eggs cooked perfectly, grits just right.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish, Grits
Lise Shontay
Cute Restaurant with affordable well prepared meals! Definitely a hidden gem. I recommend the Fish & Grits!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Joselyn R
Food soo nasty and I went easy and the food was just
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
Stef H
Great prices especially the daily specials - fish sandwich, soda and chips for $5! Food was delicious, vibes were so cute like eating at home, and the service was quick and friendly. Will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
David D.
Straight up soul food place. Without any irony. Modest decor, honest service and a community feel. Venture here for a refreshing change.
I had a co-worker pick me up two orders of cake and OMG my mouth is still watering the best cake slices I had in a while, very moist and yummy!!
Outdoors Dad
I visited Evelyn's while in town for work and thought is was great. The staff was very friendly and the meatloaf on white bread with gravy reminded me of how my grandma made it back in the 70's, spectacular. Also scored a piece of lemon cake and strawberry cake. Both of which were moist, very tasty, and sell out quickly. I will most likely get another piece before I leave for home.
shunida LeGrande
I ordered fish, grits and eggs platter on DoorDash with home fries. Let me tell you everything was seasoned too perfection . The grits of course were not seasoned because everyone does grits differently. My order was still hot. They do breakfast right and the price amazing.
LaShelle Val
I found a bolt in my collard greens and was asked if I wanted another side. The correct answer would I like a refund. First and last time here. And I highly do not recommend.
Nik-Nak Paddywack
We were there for breakfast at around 9 am and they open at 8 am.The diner was empty when we arrived. We ordered at the counter and then sat at whatever table we wanted. The food did not take long to arrive. While we ate people came in to order food and pick up food that was probably pre-ordered. It was a nice clean place and the ladies running the eatery were very polite. The food was very good, I definitely will go back. Next time I will get a platter instead of a sandwich.Parking: There is a parking lot next to the diner. DO NOT PARK THERE! That is paid private parking not related to the diner. There are not many spots that are free in the area surrounding the diner. There is mainly metered street parking.
Fish was A1. Sides were ok. Service was
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
You want it, you got it. If you want a taste of the South while in a Mid-Atlantic city. Then Evelyn's is your spot. I ordered the catfish dinner with a side of Mac & cheese and collard greens.The catfish was prepared to perfection, just enough breading, just the right season and zero bones!The Mac was flavorful (think cheddar with a zing) and the collards were prepared with love. Sampling all three was a winning combination.A must-try for anyone visiting or living in the downtown Wilmington district.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish
FAIR PRICES! One of the few places downtown that has affordable and reasonably priced food and add-ons. No complaints here. Flavorful and not over-cooked nor under-cooked. It may not have the most appealing appearance in and out, but it's generally clean and the food is good, and that's what matters. They are friendly too!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: French Toast Meat and Eggs Turkey Sausage Cheese Mixed, French Toast
First off, walking into Evelyn's reminded me of walking into a catfish restaurant in Mississippi. (That's a good thing)I was greeted pleasantly and was engaged in small conversation while taking my order. It felt genuine and personable. (I like that)I had the Catfish platter with greens, potato salad, Mac and cheese, with a piece of cornbread as my sides. The catfish was fried nicely and the size was what you would come to expect normally. The Mac was on the salty side and was probably the LCD (lowest common denominator)of all the sides. Greens had a nice vinegary taste to it and was seasoned with smoked turkey or something. I thought I was going to get sick from it because I'm not a meat eater. Thankfully I didn't... the potato salad was creamy with a good amount of chunks in it. It was seasoned well and they sprinkled a little paprika on top. Lastly the cornbread was soft and not too sweet to the point where it tasted like a cheap pound cake. It had a nice grit to it and wasn't too small of a piece either. Overall, I would recommend this place to anyone and everyone. I'll definitely be going back
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Corn Bread, Fish, Fish Sandwich, Potato Salad
10/10 food was amazing! Ma’am Evelyn has brought me back to the days my Grandmother was still cooking in the kitchen. Fish was fresh. 1st photo was Whiting, 2nd photo was flounder. Mac & Cheese had so much flavor. Sweet potato was just right to my liking that why I just had to go back. The first experiences was so amazing that two weeks later I had to drive back up from Va to get my a good ole AFTER SUNDAY SERVICE FOOD! Both experiences was great. Nicky Evelyn’s Daughter has awesome customer service. It’s a clean and peaceful atmosphere! Thank you!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish, Macaroni
I ordered fish, eggs, & grits through a delivery app. I chose the flounder and the fish was tasty, eggs cooked perfectly, grits just right.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish, Grits
Cute Restaurant with affordable well prepared meals! Definitely a hidden gem. I recommend the Fish & Grits!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food soo nasty and I went easy and the food was just
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
Great prices especially the daily specials - fish sandwich, soda and chips for $5! Food was delicious, vibes were so cute like eating at home, and the service was quick and friendly. Will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Straight up soul food place. Without any irony. Modest decor, honest service and a community feel. Venture here for a refreshing change.
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I had a co-worker pick me up two orders of cake and OMG my mouth is still watering the best cake slices I had in a while, very moist and yummy!!
I visited Evelyn's while in town for work and thought is was great. The staff was very friendly and the meatloaf on white bread with gravy reminded me of how my grandma made it back in the 70's, spectacular. Also scored a piece of lemon cake and strawberry cake. Both of which were moist, very tasty, and sell out quickly. I will most likely get another piece before I leave for home.
I ordered fish, grits and eggs platter on DoorDash with home fries. Let me tell you everything was seasoned too perfection . The grits of course were not seasoned because everyone does grits differently. My order was still hot. They do breakfast right and the price amazing.
I found a bolt in my collard greens and was asked if I wanted another side. The correct answer would I like a refund. First and last time here. And I highly do not recommend.
We were there for breakfast at around 9 am and they open at 8 am.The diner was empty when we arrived. We ordered at the counter and then sat at whatever table we wanted. The food did not take long to arrive. While we ate people came in to order food and pick up food that was probably pre-ordered. It was a nice clean place and the ladies running the eatery were very polite. The food was very good, I definitely will go back. Next time I will get a platter instead of a sandwich.Parking: There is a parking lot next to the diner. DO NOT PARK THERE! That is paid private parking not related to the diner. There are not many spots that are free in the area surrounding the diner. There is mainly metered street parking.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5