Restaurants in Wilmington
The Best Restaurants
MISSION BBQ
351 College Rd, Wilmington, NC 28403This is very good place to go and eat some BBQ meat. They do an amazing job cooking it and preparing it. It is a must have and must try. Also, the staff is...
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- Superb732 Reviews4.9
Eagle Island Seafood
2500 US-421, Wilmington, NC 28401For fresh fish this is the next best thing than getting on a charter for a deep sea trip. Fresh catch everyday. (Closed Sunday) You can order ahead for ...
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- Superb398 Reviews4.9
Cape Fear Seafood Company
5226 College Rd #5, Wilmington, NC 28412Great food Great Service and love the atmosphere there as well. The Bar seating and the Bartenders are the absolute best entertainment. Can't wait to...
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- Superb732 Reviews4.8
Caprice bistro
10 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28401We got take out. Ordering and picking up our food was very easy. My wife and I got the boeuf bourguignon with escargot. It was still hot when we got back to...
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- Superb661 Reviews4.7
Cast Iron Kitchen
8024 Market St #6, Wilmington, NC 28411Come here for brunch! Highly recommend. The biscuits and gravy are the absolute best. They also have some top award winning dishes which all sounded and looked...
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- Superb611 Reviews4.7
Szechuan 132
419 College Rd, Wilmington, NC 28403I really enjoyed this restaurant. The food is more of an upscale Chinese restaurant, yet not too expensive. The homemade crispy noodles (served free with your...
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- Superb522 Reviews4.7
Our Crepes & More...
3810 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403One of my favorite restaurants in Wilmy! I have a gluten sensitivity, so I greatly appreciate any place that accommodates that; their gluten free crepes taste...
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- Superb288 Reviews4.8
Genki Japanese & Sushi Restaurant of Wilmington NC
4724 New Centre Dr #5, Wilmington, NC 28405This place is AMAZING!! The food is great the staff is awesome. Every time we go there they make us feel like part of the family. They are the best sushi...
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- Superb496 Reviews4.7
The Maine Lobster Roll Company
5202 Carolina Beach Rd Unit 6, Wilmington, NC 28412I was skeptical about this place because they have earned suspiciously high scores on everywhere online. So I drove about 3 hours to eat lobster rolls at the...
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- Superb199 Reviews4.9
Sweet n Savory Cafe
1611 Pavilion Pl, Wilmington, NC 28403I had the blackened shrimp wrap. Yummy! Our friends split a sandwich. My husband had another(sorry can’t remember) and brought home half too. So our dinner...
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- Superb892 Reviews4.6
Little Dipper Fondue
138 S Front St, Wilmington, NC 28401My husband and I love to eat here when we are in town! Everything we’ve ordered has been amazing and you get a ton of food if you do the couple meal for $70....
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- Superb216 Reviews4.8
Nicola's Italian Restaurant
5704 Oleander Dr #102, Wilmington, NC 28403I had a wonderful experience at Nicola's last night! This was my first time and it was great! Food- the food was amazing! I had never had a Stromboli...
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- Superb312 Reviews4.7
Wrightsville Beach Brewery
6201 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403This was a surprise on our trip after the arboretum we stopped in for a drink and left full! I sampled a couple ciders and seltzers, but ended up drinking the...
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- Superb292 Reviews4.7
Papa Murphy's | Take 'N' Bake Pizza
2804 College Rd Suite 103, Wilmington, NC 28412Whenever my husband and I are in the Wilmington area (we live 2 hours away) we like to stop and get pizza at Papa Murphy's. We are from the West Coast...
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- Superb144 Reviews4.9
Quanto Basta: Italian Eatery & Wine Bar
107 N 2nd St, Wilmington, NC 28401Great night, great food, perfect portions and our server Lynn was amazing! Made perfect suggestions, was kind, fast and so personable. We will definately be...
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- Superb506 Reviews4.6
Jimbo's Breakfast & Lunch
1529 College Rd, Wilmington, NC 28403Our waitress that we had I think her name was Becky, she is a asset to your company. She was very courteous and kind and she brought our meal out lickity...
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- Superb484 Reviews4.6
Quanto Basta: Italian Eatery & Wine Bar - Wilmington
107 N 2nd St, Wilmington, NC 28401Great food. Wonderful homemade pastas. Seemed like the service was a little overwhelmed or could use a little refinement. Wine list could use a little help and...
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- Superb469 Reviews4.6
The Keg and Egg
4039 Masonboro Loop Rd, Wilmington, NC 28409I came here two days in a row and had perfect experiences both times. On the weekends they have a special menu and it's totally worth it. The staff is...
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- Superb255 Reviews4.7
Cousins Italian Deli
7 N 3rd St, Wilmington, NC 28401My first eating at Cousins. The gentlemen helped me navigate the menu and gave suggestions. My order came out quickly without feeling rushed. My sandwich was...
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- Superb252 Reviews4.7
Brooklyn Cafe
706 N 4th St, Wilmington, NC 28401Today was my first time visiting Brooklyn Cafe and now I'm in trouble with my wife because I visited twice this morning. I ordered the beignets and they...
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- Superb130 Reviews4.9
S & L New York Style Deli
2317 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC 28401I love a good deli sandwich with a NYC vibe! I had the Penn Station, hot pastrami, with a side of potato salad. All quality ingredients and delicious....
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- Superb241 Reviews4.7
The Peppered Cupcake
105 S Front St, Wilmington, NC 28401i am not a cupcake person nor do i claim to be. so when my mother, sister, and i were on the intensive look out for a mid afternoon bakery treat and The...
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- Superb223 Reviews4.7
A Taste of Italy
1101 College Rd, Wilmington, NC 28403I am originally from the Philly are of PA where I grew up on good sandwiches, and this place is the closest to that! There chicken parmigiana is fantastic and...
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- Superb222 Reviews4.7
Brent's Bistro
7110 Wrightsville Ave c, Wilmington, NC 28403Brent's has been on my radar for actual years, and I finally got to visit last week. It was such a wonderful experience. We had reservations and were...
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- Superb347 Reviews4.6
Fish Bites Seafood Restaurant
6132 Carolina Beach Rd, Wilmington, NC 28412Don't let the location fool you, this place was great. We almost dismissed this place and went somewhere else due it being in a strip mall. Staff was...
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- Superb346 Reviews4.6
Aromas of Peru
417 S College Rd #22, Wilmington, NC 28403Having never had Peruvian food before, but loving Latinx cooking, I had to try Aromas of Peru as soon as I learned about this hidden gem! I got the rotisserie...
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- Superb148 Reviews4.8
American Restaurants
American in WilmingtonCast Iron Kitchen
8024 Market St #6, Wilmington, NC 28411Come here for brunch! Highly recommend. The biscuits and gravy are the absolute best. They also have some top award winning dishes which all sounded and looked...
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- Superb611 Reviews4.7
Sweet n Savory Cafe
1611 Pavilion Pl, Wilmington, NC 28403I had the blackened shrimp wrap. Yummy! Our friends split a sandwich. My husband had another(sorry can’t remember) and brought home half too. So our dinner...
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- Superb892 Reviews4.6
The Keg and Egg
4039 Masonboro Loop Rd, Wilmington, NC 28409I came here two days in a row and had perfect experiences both times. On the weekends they have a special menu and it's totally worth it. The staff is...
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- Superb255 Reviews4.7
Pizza Restaurants
Pizza in WilmingtonPapa Murphy's | Take 'N' Bake Pizza
2804 College Rd Suite 103, Wilmington, NC 28412Whenever my husband and I are in the Wilmington area (we live 2 hours away) we like to stop and get pizza at Papa Murphy's. We are from the West Coast...
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- Superb144 Reviews4.9
Wheelz Pizza - Midtown
2323 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC 28401Our first Wheelz pizza experience was awesome! The truck was at The Venue yesterday and we had been wanting to try their pizza after so many people recommended...
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- Superb137 Reviews4.7
Your Pie Pizza
4403 Oleander Dr Suite H, Wilmington, NC 28403We eat here a lot because my husband has food allergies and they have a gluten free crust and tons of toppings he can tolerate. Again today the food hit the...
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- Superb228 Reviews4.5
Mexican Restaurants
Mexican in Wilmington
Tequila Comida & Cantina
5607 Carolina Beach Rd #130, Wilmington, NC 28412Hard to find faces staples office supplies. but sooooo worth it we found this last year while visiting the beach now a must visit when we come My family had...
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- Superb300 Reviews4.5
Market Cocina
3804 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403If you eat out frequently, it's nice to have options and Whole Foods offers that. Great hot bar and salad bar with many options to make everyone in your...
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- Superb83 Reviews4.8
Zocalo Street Food and Tequila
1474 Barclay Pointe Blvd #206, Wilmington, NC 28412Very friendly staff! The food was great and the portion sizes were more than enough. The carne asada plate comes with many tasty sides and the server was very...
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- Superb405 Reviews4.4
Chinese Restaurants
Chinese in WilmingtonSzechuan 132
419 College Rd, Wilmington, NC 28403I really enjoyed this restaurant. The food is more of an upscale Chinese restaurant, yet not too expensive. The homemade crispy noodles (served free with your...
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- Superb522 Reviews4.7
Double Happiness Chinese Restaurant
7122 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28411Excellent Asian cuisine. Large portion sizes, quick service. Floors were a little sticky by the end of the night but the rest of it seemed clean. Staff was...
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- Superb156 Reviews4.4
Double Happiness Chinese Restaurant
4403 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington, NC 28403Ate lunch here with my daughter--first time for us. The wait to place our drink order felt long, but we were also crunched for time. We informed our server...
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- Superb179 Reviews4.3
Fast Food Restaurants
Fast Food in Wilmington
Chick-fil-A
195 Porters Neck Rd, Wilmington, NC 28411This location provided quick service. They got our order right the first time and gave us plenty of condiments. Foremost the staff was very professional and...
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- Superb102 Reviews4.3
Chick-fil-A
3389 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403Love this chick fila so much. I’ve never seen such amazing sweet and efficient employees. Every time I go through the drive through It’s guaranteed I will...
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- Good191 Reviews4.2
Seafood Restaurants
Seafood in WilmingtonEagle Island Seafood
2500 US-421, Wilmington, NC 28401For fresh fish this is the next best thing than getting on a charter for a deep sea trip. Fresh catch everyday. (Closed Sunday) You can order ahead for ...
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- Superb398 Reviews4.9
Cape Fear Seafood Company
5226 College Rd #5, Wilmington, NC 28412Great food Great Service and love the atmosphere there as well. The Bar seating and the Bartenders are the absolute best entertainment. Can't wait to...
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- Superb732 Reviews4.8
The Maine Lobster Roll Company
5202 Carolina Beach Rd Unit 6, Wilmington, NC 28412I was skeptical about this place because they have earned suspiciously high scores on everywhere online. So I drove about 3 hours to eat lobster rolls at the...
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- Superb199 Reviews4.9
Thai Restaurants
Thai in Wilmington
Indochine Restaurant
7 Wayne Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403While vacationing in Wrightsville Beach, my wife and I happened to discover this restaurant. Glad we decided to try it. Went during lunch. Very busy but we...
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- Superb426 Reviews4.4
Umaii Thai Restaurant
8209 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28411One of my favorite things about this restaurant is their customer service. Every time that we come here to eat, they are so kind, attentive, and give our...
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- Good197 Reviews4.2
Italian Restaurants
Italian in WilmingtonNicola's Italian Restaurant
5704 Oleander Dr #102, Wilmington, NC 28403I had a wonderful experience at Nicola's last night! This was my first time and it was great! Food- the food was amazing! I had never had a Stromboli...
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- Superb312 Reviews4.7
Quanto Basta: Italian Eatery & Wine Bar
107 N 2nd St, Wilmington, NC 28401Great night, great food, perfect portions and our server Lynn was amazing! Made perfect suggestions, was kind, fast and so personable. We will definately be...
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- Superb506 Reviews4.6
Quanto Basta: Italian Eatery & Wine Bar - Wilmington
107 N 2nd St, Wilmington, NC 28401Great food. Wonderful homemade pastas. Seemed like the service was a little overwhelmed or could use a little refinement. Wine list could use a little help and...
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- Superb469 Reviews4.6
Steakhouses
Steakhouses in Wilmington
Outback Steakhouse
302 College Rd, Wilmington, NC 28403Food was good. The fried mushroom appetizer was absolutely delicious! One of the best I've ever had! The blooming onion was good too although a bit...
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- Good235 Reviews3.9
LongHorn Steakhouse
925 International Dr, Wilmington, NC 28405Everything was fantastic! From the short wait while we watched the turtles swim and the geese with their babies to the service and food. Best juicy steaks...
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- Good195 Reviews3.8
Texas Roadhouse
230 Eastwood Rd, Wilmington, NC 28403We always have a great time, the wait can be long but it's worth it, the servers are always nice, the food is delicious, and the bread! Just... the bread...
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- Good289 Reviews3.8
Sandwich Shops
Sandwich Shops in Wilmington
Potbelly Sandwich Shop
2515 S 17th St Suite A, Wilmington, NC 28401My wife and decided to try Potbelly Sandwich shop as we were in the area. We ordered a Wreck sandwich which was a generous 12 inches. The Wreck consists of a...
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- Superb83 Reviews4.6
Atlanta Bread Wilmington
6886 Main St, Wilmington, NC 28405My wife, daughter, and I had lunch here yesterday. The sandwiches were fantastic. I had the ABC which had turkey, roast beef, and ham. The sandwich was...
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- Superb140 Reviews4.4
Carolina Girls’ Grillin’ Cafe
2535 Castle Hayne Rd, Wilmington, NC 28401I have been here several times and it has always been quick and good. I normally get the club on white bread and tator tots (which are some of my fave). Always...
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- Superb130 Reviews4.4
Chicken Wings
Chicken Wings in Wilmington
Chicken In The Box
1124 N 4th St, Wilmington, NC 28401Delicious fried chicken and sides! Friendly staff! Highly recommend! It's takeout only, but there were a couple of tables out front but it was too chilly...
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- Superb74 Reviews4.3
Buffalo Wild Wings
140 Hays Ln B15, Wilmington, NC 28411If you enjoy the sports bar atmosphere you will love it here! The food is great, they have flat screens everywhere plus the huge jumbo tron sized screens over...
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- Good162 Reviews4.2
Japanese Restaurants
Japanese in Wilmington
Mizuki Japan
4712 New Centre Dr #101, Wilmington, NC 28405Too much food, but that's typical with Bento box lunches. I ordered the sesame chicken, which was fine but too sweet with the sauce. Absolutely nothing...
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- Superb129 Reviews4.6
Okami Japanese Steakhouse
614 College Rd, Wilmington, NC 28403By far the best Japanese food my husband and I have ever had! We went for the first time last year while on vacation in Wilmington. We went again last week and...
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- Superb254 Reviews4.3
Hiro Japanese Steakhouse
222 Old Eastwood Rd, Wilmington, NC 28403Fantastic steakhouse! Hibachi grill experience was very entertaining and the chef clearly knew his stuff. Noodles and zucchini were delicious and the filet was...
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- Good236 Reviews4.2
Vietnamese Restaurants
Vietnamese in Wilmington
PHO BASIL Vietnamese cuisine
812 College Rd, Wilmington, NC 28403Was looking for some Vietnamese food while visiting Wilmington, and this place did not disappoint. Started off with the fried sampler, which was a great deal...
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- Superb193 Reviews4.4
Indochine Express
5120 College Rd #108, Wilmington, NC 28412We originally planned on going to the Greek place next door, but it appeared closed so we came here instead and we are so glad! Amazing customer service--She...
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- Good71 Reviews4.1
Bar & Grill
Bar & Grill in Wilmington
Winnie's Tavern
1895 Burnett Blvd, Wilmington, NC 28401We arrive today to visit family. Our son bought us lunch. I had the best burger and chips. It had pimento cheese , fried green tomato. It's was yummy. My...
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- Superb262 Reviews4.6
The Fork 'N' Cork
122 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28401First time and it was a beautiful spring day, so my group dined outside, but we loved the decor and vibe inside. The food was outstanding and service was fast...
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- Superb361 Reviews4.5
Whiskey Trail at The Creek
4039 Masonboro Loop Rd Ste 1B, Wilmington, NC 28409Loved this place! We came in 30minutes before the kitchen closed (I called first to make sure it was okay) and the food was still awesome and fresh. The beers...
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- Superb235 Reviews4.5
Sports Bars
Sports Bars in Wilmington
Jax 5th Avenue Deli & Ale House
5046 New Centre Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403Great spot. Came here with a few other families so our boys could have dinner together. Staff was awesome, a wide variety of food to choose from, great...
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- Superb251 Reviews4.6
Tavern Law 1832
106 N 2nd St, Wilmington, NC 28401Great friendly place! I lost my wallet and they let me pay with Venmo(not recommended, but I appreciate their. Great complimentary popcorn. I look forward to...
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- Superb110 Reviews4.7
Seven Mile Post
7219 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28411They have done so many upgrades since the last time we were there, the place keeps getting better and better. The staff was amazing, very professional, fast...
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- Superb63 Reviews4.7
Southern Restaurants
Southern in Wilmington
Pinpoint Restaurant
114 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28401Neither word of mouth nor printed reviews disappointed. PinPoint checked all the boxes. Well crafted cocktails and an impressive whiskey list started the...
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- Superb689 Reviews4.5
Rooster & The Crow
225 S Water St Suite G & H, Wilmington, NC 28401Hands down, my favorite place to eat in all of NC. Amazing as usual, even while dealing with staffing shortages. Their mac & cheese, the fried chicken, the...
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- Superb264 Reviews4.6