The ambiance was great. Nice updated decor. Great service. Our meal was terrible. I ordered the Mahi pasta and it had zero flavor. Even when I added salt, and added again. My husband got the seafood sampler (blackened) and he said the best thing on his plate was the croquettes, which I'm sure they were not made in house. We won't be back. Overpriced and flavorless. I never write reviews, but this had to be done. Go somewhere else.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 5
Johm & Virginia Miller
Parking: Parking is across the street from the restaurant. Limited spaces.Wheelchair accessibility: Easily accessible inside. Getting there is a trip across a very busy street.
Recommended dishes: Yukon Mashed Potatoes
Tom Tlusty
Parking: There is a lot across the street and was lucky to find a spot
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Oysters Rockefeller, Bread Pudding with Ice Cream- Cinnamon Crumble on Top
Leigh McKay
We have been patronizing the Bridge Tender for 20 years plus. We love the food and atmosphere on the inland waterway and marina. The mile-high key lime pie is an outstanding dessert not to be missed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Oysters Rockefeller, Key Lime Pie, Bread Pudding with Ice Cream- Cinnamon Crumble on Top, Crab Stuffed Flounder
Alex B
Great spot to view the bridge and boats. Staff and service was great. The food is overpriced for the experience but everything was cooked properly. The Clam Chowder was seasoned well had plenty of clam. The potato croquets were perfect on both flavor and texture. The mushroom side was meh. The mahi was good, but a little dry. Swordfish special was much better.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chowder
James Briglia
Excellent food, dinner on the water. Good service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
K D
While visiting the amazing Wrightsville Beach, and celebrating an upcoming Birthday, we searched for the perfect place for dinner, views, food options, reviews, location, with option to dress up. Bridge Tender hit the mark! I made reservations online, super easy. We arrived to a beautiful handwritten card thanking us for choosing them!! Wow! Our server, I believe Philip? was so attentive, informative, helpful with menu. We have some gluten & nut allergies but that was not an issue. The meal was spactular! Chowder was out of this world, salmon was perfect, chicken so tender! warm bread on the table & lots of wine/drink options. Not a flaw to be found, and we can’t wait to come back!!! Well done & Thank You!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Yukon Mashed Potatoes, Chowder, New England Clam Chowder, Brussels Sprouts
Doris Holderness
Convenient parking. Beautiful view. The Mahi in the white wine sauce was perfect and great flavor. The blackened Mahi pasta was very soupy and even as a seasoned Italian, swirling the fettuccini splattered everywhere and my fish was over seasoned and very salty. Empty appetizers plates were left long after entrees arrived. Overall I would go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
mickey parker-Snyder
We were there for our anniversary and everything was perfect. From a hand written note to excellent service and fabulous food. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Key Lime Pie
Richard Nettell
Great experience, and our waiter was awesome. It was our 8 year mark, and they made sure to make it special. We will definitely go back.
Before I ate here for my birthday in January, I read reviews....Don't do that to yourself, please Judge everyone and places from your own experiences...The Bridge Tender is in my Top five dining experiences in Wilmington, I am a 48 year old Local...I know Wilmington well...Great Job to the staff and the Chef..please try them again for yourself.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
chad foley
Great experience here sitting outside on the water. The seared tuna was delicious. The cocktails were strong. We also enjoyed the crab cake.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mireille Seger
We came here for my sister’s birthday dinner. In the reservation, I requested the best view and they delivered, giving us a beautiful table with views! On top of that, the food was amazing! It was a very memorable experience and my sister loved it, which was most important.
David Loflin
My 1st visit was 1/16/2024 as soon as they opened (4pm) on a Tuesday. Was torn between ribeye and seafood combo platter. Took suggestion from Nicole (server) to get steak and she was spot on the recommendation! Sides were Cabernet Mushrooms and Potato Croquettes (highly recommend, great flavor). Steak was 1" thick (not my preference), cooked perfectly at medium rare, and absolutely fantastic. I would highly recommend at least 1 visit if in the area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
E M Kiser
Yum, had dinner there on new Years Eve. It was 4 of us and we passed the plates and everything was great.
The ambiance was great. Nice updated decor. Great service. Our meal was terrible. I ordered the Mahi pasta and it had zero flavor. Even when I added salt, and added again. My husband got the seafood sampler (blackened) and he said the best thing on his plate was the croquettes, which I'm sure they were not made in house. We won't be back. Overpriced and flavorless. I never write reviews, but this had to be done. Go somewhere else.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 5
Parking: Parking is across the street from the restaurant. Limited spaces.Wheelchair accessibility: Easily accessible inside. Getting there is a trip across a very busy street.
Recommended dishes: Yukon Mashed Potatoes
Parking: There is a lot across the street and was lucky to find a spot
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Oysters Rockefeller, Bread Pudding with Ice Cream- Cinnamon Crumble on Top
We have been patronizing the Bridge Tender for 20 years plus. We love the food and atmosphere on the inland waterway and marina. The mile-high key lime pie is an outstanding dessert not to be missed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Oysters Rockefeller, Key Lime Pie, Bread Pudding with Ice Cream- Cinnamon Crumble on Top, Crab Stuffed Flounder
Great spot to view the bridge and boats. Staff and service was great. The food is overpriced for the experience but everything was cooked properly. The Clam Chowder was seasoned well had plenty of clam. The potato croquets were perfect on both flavor and texture. The mushroom side was meh. The mahi was good, but a little dry. Swordfish special was much better.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chowder
Excellent food, dinner on the water. Good service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
While visiting the amazing Wrightsville Beach, and celebrating an upcoming Birthday, we searched for the perfect place for dinner, views, food options, reviews, location, with option to dress up. Bridge Tender hit the mark! I made reservations online, super easy. We arrived to a beautiful handwritten card thanking us for choosing them!! Wow! Our server, I believe Philip? was so attentive, informative, helpful with menu. We have some gluten & nut allergies but that was not an issue. The meal was spactular! Chowder was out of this world, salmon was perfect, chicken so tender! warm bread on the table & lots of wine/drink options. Not a flaw to be found, and we can’t wait to come back!!! Well done & Thank You!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Yukon Mashed Potatoes, Chowder, New England Clam Chowder, Brussels Sprouts
Convenient parking. Beautiful view. The Mahi in the white wine sauce was perfect and great flavor. The blackened Mahi pasta was very soupy and even as a seasoned Italian, swirling the fettuccini splattered everywhere and my fish was over seasoned and very salty. Empty appetizers plates were left long after entrees arrived. Overall I would go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
We were there for our anniversary and everything was perfect. From a hand written note to excellent service and fabulous food. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Key Lime Pie
Great experience, and our waiter was awesome. It was our 8 year mark, and they made sure to make it special. We will definitely go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheesecake Trio, Crab Cakes
Restaurantji Recommends
Before I ate here for my birthday in January, I read reviews....Don't do that to yourself, please Judge everyone and places from your own experiences...The Bridge Tender is in my Top five dining experiences in Wilmington, I am a 48 year old Local...I know Wilmington well...Great Job to the staff and the Chef..please try them again for yourself.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great experience here sitting outside on the water. The seared tuna was delicious. The cocktails were strong. We also enjoyed the crab cake.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We came here for my sister’s birthday dinner. In the reservation, I requested the best view and they delivered, giving us a beautiful table with views! On top of that, the food was amazing! It was a very memorable experience and my sister loved it, which was most important.
My 1st visit was 1/16/2024 as soon as they opened (4pm) on a Tuesday. Was torn between ribeye and seafood combo platter. Took suggestion from Nicole (server) to get steak and she was spot on the recommendation! Sides were Cabernet Mushrooms and Potato Croquettes (highly recommend, great flavor). Steak was 1" thick (not my preference), cooked perfectly at medium rare, and absolutely fantastic. I would highly recommend at least 1 visit if in the area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Yum, had dinner there on new Years Eve. It was 4 of us and we passed the plates and everything was great.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5