50 Best American Restaurants in Wilmington

“I saw Crofton’s all over TikTok and wanted to give it a try with the family. We ordered ahead and drove 30 minutes for: Cheese and pepperoni Mac and cheese Chicken bacon ranch Cinnamon Loaded baked potato The order was ready when I got there and smelled AMAZING. The outside of the pretzel looked great and when you broke into it, they loaded each pretzel with what we ordered. The only issue I had, 3/5 pretzels were not cooked thoroughly and were pretty doughy. May have just been an off day, but def worth trying.“

“My family and I have enjoyed visiting the Cardinal for its fine food, libations and especially the personal service we receive from Marco. He is attentive and friendly, adding to the wonderful experience we have whenever we visit.“

“i cant wait until I go here. sounds so good!“

“The Keg and Egg is hands down my favorite breakfast spot. The food is incredible—we’re talking the best fried chicken and sausage gravy I’ve ever had. The food alone makes it worth the visit, but the fun atmosphere and friendly, attentive staff really set it apart. It’s a must-visit—I can’t recommend it enough.“

“Dinner - Delicious Ambiance - Classic Service - Just perfect! Thank you Brandon, you were exceptional! 10/10“

“Great cocktails, a varied wine list, outstanding food, fun music and relaxed atmosphere. So glad we had dinner here!“

“Jerry's has been a favorite of mine for years. The quality and care given by the wait staff is remarkable. And the food is unsurpassed!“

“Incredible service, incredible food, incredible care! You can tell the owner abs everyone who works here enjoys what they do and have taken the time to ensure every customer is taken care of as a top priority!! Best fries in town and anything you get on the menu is a delicious win!! 10/10 and that’s rare these days!!“

“Did an amazing job catering for a birthday party. Food was delicious! Those fingerling potatoes and steak and shrimp---yum!“

“Hands down the best bar restaurant in town. Outstanding sandwiches and a glorious beer selection. Local tap beer is keeping the neighborhood vibes. Now let’s talk the delish Hot honey fried chicken sandwich, OMG. Not to be missed ! And don’t forget best onion rings ever created. Service is super friendly and prompt. Shout out to Carragan. Don’t miss this gem.“

“Good food, great service, good prices!“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Best breakfast in Wilmington“

“10/10 recommend! We had the best Valentine’s Day dinner here. The space is beautiful and airy, and the food was incredible. The Oysters Millionaire (that salmon mousse!!) and the Seacuterie board were the perfect start. I treated myself to the Surf N’ Turf with lobster thermidor and it was so decadent and delicious. It was exactly the high-end but laid-back night out I needed. Can’t wait for brunch!“

“I love WBB! My family and I come every time we visit the area. Kellie is the best 😀“

“Our service was flawless and our dinner was amazing we had the scallops and chicken saltimbanco. Would highly recommend.“

“If you go to Ale House, sit at the bar and meet Brittany the bartender for a good laugh“

“Visited 8/16/25, Greenville, NC. The food was excellent.. hot, fresh, and flavorful. Our waitress, Ramsie K, was excellent. Speed of service was excellent. We will definitely visit again.“

“we had the pleasure of eating at Junction 421 this evening for a pre-Valentines dinner date I had the steak with mashed potatoes, asparagus, spears, and crab meat and topped with a delicious Bernese sauce . Michael had shrimp and grits and we had a nice, romantic dinner. Evan was our server and he treated us like we were VIPs. Highly recommend this restaurant is so close to our home.“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Thanks guys as always great food“

“Great breakfast. Omelet, grits and biscuit,, very good. Server Melissa's smile and great service was an added bonus.“

“From the moment we walked in, we were wowed. The vibe was relaxed but somehow high-end. We were greeted by a friendly face and seated right away. The owner and waiter were attentive but not bothersome. The drinks and food were exceptional, and the prices were very reasonable! We are not vegan but enjoy avoiding animal fat more days than not and the menu was unique, fresh, and full of locally grown foods. We are definitely going back, this place is going to be in our rotation of places we visit frequently! Thank you for the nice birthday treat!“

“Wow“

“Today was my second time coming here. I love it here Sarah my waitress was so sweet I had her the first time I came. The food was delicious, & the service was as well. I will definitely will be going back! 🤓“

“Sooooo many things to love about this place!! Yes they know their wines. They also have craft cocktails to die for. Dana is my favorite bartender by far!!! She always has fun ideas up her sleeve in drinks!! Apps 1/2 off during the week. They are yummy!! Great place to come as a single or with friends!!!“

“So fun, great bartenders, great atmosphere! Something for everyone!“

“My wife and I recently visited the Cameron Art Museum for the first time for our granddaughter's first ballet recital. After the recital we decided on eating dinner at the Cam Cafe. What a great choice it was.\n\nWe were seated right away and our server was Natalie C. and she was excellent. Very friendly, personable, helpful and just a nice person to have as our waitress. She recommended the Tempura Zuchini as an appetizer and it was excellent. We both enjoyed it. After that we ordered our dinners. My wife ordered the Chicken Marsala with mashed potatoes and green beans. I ordered the Tortellini Basilico. Both were well prepared, very tasty and nice sized portions.\n\nFor drinks I had a Corona and she had the Borealis White Wine...Both went well with our dinner choices. All in all we both totally enjoyed our dinner at the Cam Cafe and I am sure we will be going back again for another special occasion dinner or their weekend brunch... Well done Cam Cafe...“

“Great service and excellent food. Absolutely adore the owner“

“The pimento cheese sausage biscuits. 🤩Holy moly! 🤤🤤🤤So delish! Adult and toddler approved! 😋😋😋“

“First time here for a celebratory beer and snacks. Absolutely will be back. Great wings, great beer, great chat with the bartender. Oh and love the tots. And the atmosphere was very cool. Just simply a great time. Go there. Now. Why are you still reading this? Go there! 🤣“

“Lived in the area for almost a year and did not know the restaurant was there. I had discovered it as I passed by and decided to try it. was not disappointed fast seating on a Saturday night excellent service by Amber and very good food. several staff checked on me during the visit. Restaurant was clean and inviting. Will be there more often.“

“Probably one of the best airport restaurants I patron. I fly regularly and always plan to have my lunch here prior to departure because of its high quality and fair prices. It’s very hard to find enjoyable meals in airports so this is a win“

“The food was amazing! We loved getting to enjoy the view as well. Highly recommend.“

“First time in the area, thought I’d give this place a try . Everyone was nice , especially the guy taking care of us, I believe Justin was his name. He recommended the lemon ricotta pancakes, I was skeptical but thought I would step out of my comfort zone and MAN WERE THEY GOOD! If I’m ever in the area I know where I’m eating for brunch! I hope To come across Justin as my waiter again! My glass was always full! (Which is a big deal for me)“

“Was in Wilmington looking for a place to eat this place sounded good. I wasn't disappointed, food was really good and the service was great. Riley did a great job.“

“Owner is one of the kindest and most welcoming people I’ve ever met. Food is amazing, the lobster rolls are the best lobster rolls I’ve ever had. 100% recommend. Amazing food and service.“

“Took one of my old bosses there Today. Today was German Cuisine day. We started with soup, I had trout and then Apple Strudel. The student wait staff was very attentive and kept a close eye on my iced tea. With my strudel, I had some coffee. This is by far one of the Best Hidden secrets of Wilmington. Only thing is not everyone can get in. So if you can get in to have one of their Wednesday lunches, I would say jump on it. Staff, food and ambiance is outstanding.“

“I really like going to Molly Pitchers. The food is good. The atmosphere is good. However don’t go if you have a large group! You will wait over an hour for your food and I have to say our waitress had the personality of a doorknob 😞! Might think about going somewhere else next time.“

“Best breakfast [Original] Best breakfast“

“Fun and wonderful place!!!! Easygoing no matter how big the crowd. Everyone is so friendly and welcoming! Food is always great……and their pizza is TO DIE for!!!!!💜💜💜💜“

“Famous Toastery is a great spot for breakfast. I had the protein power bowl, and it was incredibly flavorful with the balsamic sauce filling, and packed with protein. The service great and the staff was very welcoming and outstanding. I will definitely be back next time I'm in town!“

“The Bavarian pretzel was huge and absolutely delicious. all portions were very generous and the service staff was great!! I highly recommend this restaurant!!“

“great food and service will return“

“We had a great time at the Grill and our waitress Zena was fantastic. The food was excellent and the staff was professional and very courteous.“

“I think their food is good, however everytime we go when we're on vacation they screw up our order. Doesn't matter what location.“

“Dinner tonight at Fish Bites was fantastic! Grouper, risotto, green beans! We had one of their amazing desserts, lemon blueberry cake! Very, very busy, service was great and so friendly!!“

“We were hesitant to try this place due to some of the reviews. I’m so glad we decided to give them a go. We ordered the Brie pastry as an appetizer along with espresso martinis. For our entrees we ordered the spaghetti and meatballs and the chicken pot pie. Truly amazing. The waitress was attentive and the atmosphere was great. We will be back.“

“One of the only restaurants we stopped at on our trip to Wilmington. The food was to die for, the coleslaw hit the spot I had been craving (and will forever crave now), and the atmosphere was so homey and old-timey.

I didn't know it was cash-only until we were at the restaurant reading reviews, and was quick to mention it to the waitress, who kindly pointed me in the direction of an ATM in the same building.

We will be returning on our next trip. :)“

“Frontier has the BEST hot dogs and burgers! The chili burger is to die for. It’s a humble restaurant, with a lot of heart. I highly recommend“

“Great food, service and atmosphere!“

“What a little gem! I was pleasantly surprised when I was in the area today and looking for breakfast. Prices are good, Bloody Mary with bacon and omelet were both delicious but the best part was probably Debbie our server. I don’t think you will be disappointed if you stop in and give them a try. I will be back!“