50 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Wilmington

“I cannot say enough within this review to express how excellent Benny’s is. Firstly, the atmosphere is capturing from the exterior in. A beautiful, classic pizzeria with luxury table tops, stained glass fixtures, rustic wood floors and brick walls that provides an elegant yet warm feel throughout the dining experience. The service and hospitality were superb; every interaction from the host, bartender, server, and manager allowed me to feel welcomed and accommodated. Each member went above and beyond for my friend’s engagement celebration. We were greeted promptly and generously. I met the manager, Drew, and my server, Lauren, who were both fantastic. Lauren made us the best cocktails. She even juiced real apples to make the most phenomenal drink I have ever had. We ordered a pizza and Strombolis, which were all fantastic. They both came with a fresh salad and warm, crispy fries. We ended our experience with gelato, and even though our bellies were so full and happy, I don't think we could ever go back without getting the gelato for dessert. Everything was clean, beautiful, and tasty—just perfection. If you want a fun evening with exquisite food, friendly service, as well as a memorable experience, Benny’s is the place to go. Definitely a 10/10 all the way around and one of the best places in Wilmington to dine. Amazing for a celebration with friends and family or just a date night. Highly recommend!“

“Tonight was our first time while visiting family in Wilmington. What an absolutely incredible experience! Everyone was so kind and our server was so friendly and also very knowledgeable about the menu. Our food was absolutely incredible! Can’t wait to go back on our next visit!“

“Circa 1922 is absolutely the best restaurant we have found in the Wilmington area. We have been going there for the past 11 years! You could not ask for better service, better food, or a better atmosphere.“

“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.“

“The food was spectacular last night. The Hoss is one of the best sandwiches I have ever ate.“

“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.“

“A must! Try the blueberry pancakes. The staff rocks. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“We made reservations at the Little Dipper to celebrate my daughter's birthday. We were immediately seated and there was a card on the table that said Happy Birthday! My daughter loved it! We opted to do 2 small bowls of different cheeses- the Tuscany Sun-dried Tomato and the Cheddar Ale. Both were delicious! We were thrilled that they were able to accommodate my daughter's garlic allergy and leave that out of both cheeses. We then followed that with 2 small chocolate bowls- the Black and Tan and a plain Dark Chocolate- with the classic dippers. I joked with our server about needing a to go cup for the left over chocolate so I could drink it with a straw and she brought us take out bowls! Overall we felt well taken care of, enjoyed incredible fondue, and left feeling happy.“

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

“Great service! Had a lovely night, best part was the delicious food! Chef’s kiss“

“A small place located on market street that offers a very good breakfast. My wife had the western omelette and I had the traditional 2 eggs, hash browns and sausage. Let me tell you the sausage was a little spicy and delicious. The hash browns were fresh, not frozen,and crispy. The ham on the omelette was pre grilled and lots of it. Highly recommended.“

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

“Good pretzel! Neat place! Clean Barhrooms!“

“Perfect 😍 this is my go to place and the place I bring carnists when I want to share a meal :)“

“I have eaten Sushi all over the US as well as Asia and (not to mention) Japan. This place is very authentic and the sushi is just amazing. I only order sushi but my husband always gets a cooked dinner and he says they are amazing as well! The staff is attentive and the sushi chef (I believe owner) is fantastic. I sometimes get supermarket sushi as Genki is not real close to me. I used to appreciate it was “just supermarket sushi” but after Genki (10-12 times) it’s real hard to get a quick supermarket fix. Actually right now I’m salivating!“

“For a special occasion last week, we travelled from Durham to Wilmington try this restaurant. We were NOT disappointed and it was so worth the trip! The dishes were all plant-based absolutely delicious. Even if you are normally a carnivore, you will not miss having meat. The restaurant space itself is beautiful and very tasteful and relaxing. All the staff were super friendly and hospitable. Felt like I was saying good-bye to friends when we left. Looking forward to my next trip to Wilmington!“

“I recently visited Mission Barbeque and had an amazing dining experience. When I approached the counter, I told Kayla to surprise me with her choice of meal, and she truly delivered! She picked out a combination platter that featured succulent pulled pork, tender brisket, and juicy chicken, along with perfectly seasoned sides of mac and cheese and green beans. The flavors were outstanding, and each bite was a delight. The service was friendly and attentive, making the meal even more enjoyable. I highly recommend Mission Barbeque and suggest letting Kayla surprise you with her fantastic meal selections!“

“Perfect meal after a long day at the beach. Ample booths comfortably seating 6 whereas most would barely fit 4. And fantastic menu making the choice hard to make. Our wait staff Gianna(?) could not have been more helpful, attentive, and accommodating with recommendations. I had the black and bleu burger--so good. And they didn't skimp on the bread as some do; potato roll was flavorful. Ingredients fresh. I was concerned with not being able to select cook temperature, but it was perfect, about medium well and juicy. I wanted just a side portion of the Greek salad, which I was grateful they accommodated (I didn't leave a bite in the bowl--so good!). Others enjoyed the crab cake (no filler! Well done -- and we get the MD ones as we're DMV, so can confirm it doesn't disappoint); classic burger; pimento burger; and wings. Plates were cleared. Don't miss those onion rings. Flavorful, ample. Definitely worth it. Great vibe, folks enjoying the bar with delicious cocktails and games on the TVs. We would go again.“

“This is legit my favorite restaurant in town. I almost never miss a Sunday for brunch and they have by far the best staff in town and the bunch specials are undefeated“

“Awesome pizza! We just moved to Wilmington and we have been searching for a good pizza. Don Luca’s was real homemade pizza with two great dipping oils to add a special delicious touch! Plus Tony the owner is dedicated to his food and to his customers!!!!.“

“Folks Cafe is the best! The owners are so sweet and we had the best breakfast. Truly a highlight of our trip to Wilmington“

“THANK YOU Candance for taking such good care of me this week by taking my food allergies seriously. She was AMAZING with ensuring my meal did not contain any of my food allergies, which allowed me to enjoy my dinner stress-free. It was my first time ever visiting the restaurant and I'll definitely go back.“

“K38 on Carolina Beach Rd…. Great food, great prices and the staff is the best part. Ask for Emma!!!! If she is not on duty ask for Alexa….“

“Really great brunch today for Mother's Day! It was our first time here. Glad we go there right at opening, food was worth the wait! Also great place to bring kids there is a lot of stuff you can do with them while you wait for your table and food!“

“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!“

“Best breakfast [Original] Best breakfast“

“I love the charcuterie!! It’s awesome!!“

“New to Wilmington and this place I was told I must try... I'm not an egg person, but these omelette's are KILLER!!!!!!!!! I recommend the western or veggie... My boyfriend likes the Spanish... I did try the salsa and it's very tasty... The home fries are fresh and my boyfriend killed a whole plate of grilled biscuits!!!! All the staff is friendly and fast... If your a small diner lover, like we are, this is a GREAT PLACE!!!!!“

“Could not be more thankful to Makenzie and the entire team at FTB! I hosted a charity fundraiser here on April 12th and because of Makenzie, it was completely seamless. Planning alongside her eased any stress I had before the big day. She was communicative, kind, and a breath of fresh air! We were able to raise $1k in donations for Operation Pretty Things and A Safe Place because FlyTrap was kind enough to donate the space free of charge. Makenzie and the bartenders working even showed their support by purchasing raffle tickets with the proceeds going to both organizations. I can’t say enough positive things about this place! THANK YOU FLYTRAP!!!“

“I’m absolutely in love with their delicious Italian cuisines. It’s honestly, in my opinion the best in Wilmington. The staff are super nice! Especially, Al and Haily, because I’ve personally have met them both. Wilmington please try this restaurant to keep it going for years to come. My precious granddaughter loves it also. Thanks for all the hard work y’all put into making those mouth watering entrees. ????????“

“Variety of fresh bagels & reasonably priced. Staff are extremely friendly.“

“Above and beyond ALWAYS! JL’s as a staple for our family!“

“I tried Mess hall today for the first time. Yummy! The best burger ever. I don’t usually eat a whole burger. But today I did. Highly recommend.“

“Food is amazing but the restaurant needs some attention. The ladies room smells like a sewer and the floors are very slippery. My dinner came out on a lunch size plate. We had a group of 12. Our waitress was very attentive but the food just not the same. We won't be rushing back.“

“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.“

“Great French food! Friendly speedy staff!“

“We had the best dinner tonight at Platypus and Gnome. Highly recommend“

“Always a good meal with great service“

“Great food and too tier service!!! ❤️“

“Listen up folks ... this is some of the best sesame chicken I've ever had. The meat is cooked perfectly and the flavor is to die for. Bonus: the staff was friendly and food came out so fast 😋 Definitely don't sleep on this one!!“

“the absolute best burger. hot food and fast.“

“The absolute best food and service!!!! Can’t go wrong with anything on the menu!“

“The Toastery was a great stop for breakfast. We were on a road trip and felt like we needed a hardy breakfast that morning.

I had the crab cakes eggs Benedict and it was excellent. And coffee to go, which was a lifesaver. There was a big storm so it was cool to sit in the patio and watch the rain. Definitely would recommend this as a stop to anyone coming through Wilmington.“

“Love this place. Old school diner. Eggs, pancakes, grits, biscuits, and Lunch & Dinner. The prices are fantastic and the service was outstanding (with a smile) .
The Grits and egg plate was fantastic and the coffee was great. Clean establishment and plenty of parking.“

“Great food and a awesome staff!“

“Great service and the food was excellent!“

“The food was so good I almost had an orgasm! Yes it is that good!“

“The food was excellent, especially the chicken, which was incredibly tasty. However, the service was lacking. The Hispanic waiter seemed disorganized—I had to ask for water three times, and he forgot each time. He also failed to place my order for ceviche.“

“Delicious food and great dining atmosphere. Awesome outdoor area and very well decorated interior.“

“Let me tell y’all, my sweet husband took me out on a date night and when I tell y’all that Grant was cranky the ENTIRE time, I mean the ENTIRE time! But when we asked for the check early The Melting Pot in Wilmington, our waiter said the check had already been taken care of and that they were a restaurant that truly cares about your dinning experience! They were absolutely amazing and we will definitely be back, when we have a sitter next time for Grant!“