Restaurants in Wilson
Best Restaurants
Diner • $
American • $
“Chef Trent Mayo’s Fall Veggie Lintel Soup is STERLING today ! The friendly faces of Katie and Mason delivering my order and some good conversation were DIAMONDS to go w/ that ! Better hurry !”
Brewery
“What a local gem in downtown Wilson! Footsteps from the new Wilson Warbird Stadium. Good variety of beers, and the service was friendly and knowledgeable.
Perfect place to put down a pint or two.”
Mexican • $
“service spot on and food was fresh/ delicious has always.”
Mexican • $
“Found this spot by chance as we were passing through the area. What a find. Delicious breakfast burrito, amazing price, lovely staff. Would definitely recommend. And a heads up for vegetarians, they do have a veggie option of egg, bean, and potato breakfast burrito!”
Restaurants by Cuisine
Steak House • $$
“First time at outback in over 10 years; me and my husband had a great experience! Veronica was an absolute delight! ❤️”
Restaurants with Delivery
Bakery • $
“We drove 9 hours to try this and it was worth every minute! Everything was so amazing! Staff were friendly and the bakery was so cute!!! Only wish Greg was there! There will be a next time!! Highly recommend!!”
American • $
“Chef Trent Mayo’s Fall Veggie Lintel Soup is STERLING today ! The friendly faces of Katie and Mason delivering my order and some good conversation were DIAMONDS to go w/ that ! Better hurry !”
Mexican • $
“Found this spot by chance as we were passing through the area. What a find. Delicious breakfast burrito, amazing price, lovely staff. Would definitely recommend. And a heads up for vegetarians, they do have a veggie option of egg, bean, and potato breakfast burrito!”
Steak House • $$
“First time at outback in over 10 years; me and my husband had a great experience! Veronica was an absolute delight! ❤️”
Seafood • $
“We are pretty much weekly customers. Food is fantastic no matter what is ordered. Taco Tuesday is outstanding. Finally, someone knows how to cook sea scallops. Angie has made this a must stop for all the foodies in the area. Definite 5 of 5 for me.”
Hamburger • $
“This little place is almost about the halfway point between Richmond VA and Sunset Beach NC. We have been stopping there for years both ways. The food is simple but absolutely delicious. Nice touch with the malt vinegar on the tables for fries. If you are passing through it is a must-try and you may become a regular as we have.”
Mexican • $
“Food here is good and the customer service is exceptional as well. I recommend visiting this place. Give it a try. Especialmente si te gusta la comida española.”
Pizza • $
“Placed an order to go. Waited outside and told them I’d come back in to grab my food. Within 10-12 mins they brought my food out to me! Very friendly and the food is tasty! Will be back for more.”
Soul Food • $
“Had my first experience with Nards this morning at the Wilson farmer market. The sign said ribeye sandwich… I said I’ll have one of those please with peppers and onions. Little did I know I was going to get a FULL ribeye on garlic toast. THE BEST SANDWICH IVE PUT IN MY MOUTH IN A LONG TIME. Can’t wait to go back next weekend.”
Cafe • $
“Quaint coffee and food spot downtown Wilson, NC. Breakfast was delicious and drinks were better than anything around here. You order at counter and a different employee brings food to the table.”
Mexican • $
“We visited Wilson recently for a wedding and ate at La Rancherita three times that week! Absolutely fantastic food and service.”
Steak House
“My husband and I are visiting from Oregon and we had a wonderful experience. Food was fantastic. Highly recommend the Lavender Lemonade mocktail—perfection. We shared a filet and it was cooked beautifully and so tender, baked potato, and the wedge salad with blue cheese was delish! Jake and Dillan both took care of us and made sure our visit was well worth it and it was!”
Seafood • $
“We are pretty much weekly customers. Food is fantastic no matter what is ordered. Taco Tuesday is outstanding. Finally, someone knows how to cook sea scallops. Angie has made this a must stop for all the foodies in the area. Definite 5 of 5 for me.”
Online Reservation Available
Japanese • $
“They are only offering drive they pick up by mobile order but don’t advertise this on their website. I ordered a California roll and tuna roll and would not get either from here again.”
Italian • $$
“Great service and delicious food. Two of us had the soup, salad and bread sticks for lunch. The other two had the endless pasta bowl with salad and bread sticks. We enjoyed the calamari as an app and the donuts for dessert. The donuts are always delicious!”
Sandwich Shop • $
“What happened? The food has always been good. But today, the cheese burger was dry bread & all.. first time I have been disappointed .”
Buffet • $
“😋Good food. Good service. Clean. Courteous staff. Hibaci bar, Sushi bar. Easily recommend the restaurant to others. 😋😋😋”
Hamburger • $
“This little place is almost about the halfway point between Richmond VA and Sunset Beach NC. We have been stopping there for years both ways. The food is simple but absolutely delicious. Nice touch with the malt vinegar on the tables for fries. If you are passing through it is a must-try and you may become a regular as we have.”
Mexican • $
“Food here is good and the customer service is exceptional as well. I recommend visiting this place. Give it a try. Especialmente si te gusta la comida española.”
Fast Food
“Excellent burger, but the drive through is very, very slow. Both times I went there was one car ahead of me waiting to order. I waited 10 minutes to place the order. Then I waited another 15 minutes to get my food. If it was only once I wouldn't be concerned. But it happened twice.”
24 Hour Restaurants
Breakfast • $
“made us free right at home. we were from out of state heading home and stopped to have lunch. it was great service very fast and delicious. we even left a 50% tip. we wish we had one in NJ”
Fast Food • $
“The manager Anthony, took the time to communicate with us about wait times. I appreciate the consideration he took, however, our fries seemed a little undercooked, but given that he was trying to help us with getting to where we need to it was understandable. As for atmosphere, it just seemed so hollow.”
Fast Food • $
“All I read is bad reviews here but you do not see none of the good reviews. The workers do the best they can. There are so many customers that come with an attitude and they wonder why the workers get upset. There is this one girl who is GREAT!!! She has daily customers foods memorized. She always has a great attitude. She is always patient and multi-tasks great! This is the best Mcdonald's in Wilson”
Fast Food • $
“Waitress very friendly and knew how to properly place my order so the spicy would be lower. I've eaten here a few times and it's been a great experience each time”
Fast Food • $
“Very nice crew, they get your order right, a friendly, fast and they have great specials. I'm glad they are close to work, makes for a nice place to have lunch, but they are open 24hrs when I am craving a late night snack.”
Pizza • $
“Placed an order to go. Waited outside and told them I’d come back in to grab my food. Within 10-12 mins they brought my food out to me! Very friendly and the food is tasty! Will be back for more.”
Soul Food • $
“Had my first experience with Nards this morning at the Wilson farmer market. The sign said ribeye sandwich… I said I’ll have one of those please with peppers and onions. Little did I know I was going to get a FULL ribeye on garlic toast. THE BEST SANDWICH IVE PUT IN MY MOUTH IN A LONG TIME. Can’t wait to go back next weekend.”
Family • $
“I love supporting restaurants that have survived so long. The food and service were good and I was so pleased to see their sanitation score was 99... the place looked very clean. Will definitely return when I'm in the area!”
Takeout Restaurants
Mexican • $
“service spot on and food was fresh/ delicious has always.”
Family • $
“I love supporting restaurants that have survived so long. The food and service were good and I was so pleased to see their sanitation score was 99... the place looked very clean. Will definitely return when I'm in the area!”
Steak House • $$$
“Good food. They kept my drink full. I went there for my birthday and it was really nice.”
Comfort Food • $
“The Best Home Cooking other than my mama! Absolutely great! These ladies know how to cook! Great service and super friendly! You will not be disappointed!”
American • $
“I went to Something Different with 2 friends today, my first time coming here. If I could give this place 10 stars, I would. If you like a restaurant with loud, blaring music and too much noise and crowded with loud people, this is not the place for you. The food was outstanding. The pricing is on par with other places, unless you are wanting to pay McDonald’s prices. The tables had white table cloths, the people were so nice, and it was QUIET!!!! The music was soft, not loud, etc. I had the chicken salad sandwich, and it was perfect. Needless to say, I will definitely be back!!”
Pizza • $
“Im from NY, This Is good NY style pizza. They sell slices. Nice crust”
Barbecue • $
“I love Parker’s but I have one suggestion, when you order take out, they put the slaw, potatoes and stew in the plate loose, and it runs together…and the slaw is warm, Greenville Parker’s put the sides in individual containers to keep it from running together..”
Jamaican • $
“We decided to give it a try because it was across the street from the railroad station. The food was fabulous. We had Oxtail soup and Chicken Curry made fresh for us. Everything was fresh and so tasty. It’s very casual and the food was delicious. The workers were friendly and informative about their menu.”
Chinese • $
“First time going there today, and food was good. Staff was good. Prices was a little high, but if I'm ever in Wilson again I will be going back!!”
American • $
“The lady at register was not a people person an seem to have a attitude because I asked her a question. She was not very friendly at all. I still told her thank u an was just asking question to know something. She still had attitude. she doesn't need be at a counter. The young man who wiped my table off was extremely nice an asked if I needed anything an told me thank you have a nice lunch. He should be at the counter. My 14 old grandson was with me when we sat down he said Nana she has bad attitude about me asking question. The hamburger bun on top was hot but the bottom part was cold. It had not been warmed at all.The fries were great. Cheese burger was good except the cold bun at the bottom . But I wasn't bout go back an tell her with her attitude. I had heard so much how good Culver's was from my son an His family who go some. I am Very dissapointed with the service today an part of food. Hopefully they improve service at counter. I don't usually say lot about service are food unless it isn't good . I may Try it again an see if next time is better. Maybe lady had bad hair day lol .”
Cafe • $
“Quaint coffee and food spot downtown Wilson, NC. Breakfast was delicious and drinks were better than anything around here. You order at counter and a different employee brings food to the table.”
Steak House • $$$
“Good food. They kept my drink full. I went there for my birthday and it was really nice.”
Comfort Food • $
“The Best Home Cooking other than my mama! Absolutely great! These ladies know how to cook! Great service and super friendly! You will not be disappointed!”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
Coffee Shops • $
“Visiting Cups of Joy was a great experience. Friendly and accommodating staff, relaxing atmosphere, and great coffee!”
Tex-Mex • $
“The people (employees) were pleasant, patient with my first time there, and just overall happy to be there. The portions were on point, especially protein (double meat is really double meat), and the toppings were fresh and high quality. The price while similar to other establishments felt like a deal with said portions.”
Bar • $
“Always friendly, often have special music nights. Relaxed atmosphere.”
Coffee Shops • $
“Carolina Cheese Co is now closed at 109 Barnes St location. We will reopen at 205 Tarboro St (just around the corner from 109 Barnes St) before the end of Oct. 2024 as take out only. You will be able to order online for fast and easy pickup. We will also have an expanded menu. Please keep check on Facebook at Carolina Cheese Co. Thanks, and looking forward to seeing you all again soon.”
Fast Food • $
“Just tried Ray's for lunch today while visiting Wilson...let me tell ya, hands down delicious food. The meatloaf was amazing and those mashed potatoes and gravy hit the spot. Coleslaw was perfect. Great hidden gem in this town. service was fast and super friendly. can't wait to go back. Keep up the good work. Very cheap prices and very large portions.”
Bar • $
“It’s everything you want for a local spot you want to go for a few beers. The staff and owner are top notch and they serve good bar food. - burgers, wings, etc. A local secret.”
Sandwich Shop • $
“It's always fresh and delicious. We used to eat at Subway, but not anymore. Jersey Mike is so much better.”
Italian • $
“Nice atmosphere, food was delicious with generous portions and the waitress was great!”
Cocktail Bar • $
“Thank you for the mouth watering food(tots we AWESOME),refreshing drinks and wonderful Southen hospitality. We definitely will be back. And none of that would've possibly without our FANTASTIC waiter DARUIS!!”
Chicken Wings • $
“I love this place , and they have $1 wings EVERY FRIDAY AND SATURDAY , fresh wings !”
Mexican • $
“Had the tacos, quesadilla, burrito and funnel cake today at Coopers Fire dept community day and it was absolutely delicious 😋 Highly recommend!! Customer service was great!!”
Coffee Shops • $
“Nice people, yummy food…can’t best it. I had cafe sampler with pimento cheese, pecan chicken salad and orzo salad. So delicious!!!!”
Mexican • $
“We visited Wilson recently for a wedding and ate at La Rancherita three times that week! Absolutely fantastic food and service.”
Tex-Mex • $
“The people (employees) were pleasant, patient with my first time there, and just overall happy to be there. The portions were on point, especially protein (double meat is really double meat), and the toppings were fresh and high quality. The price while similar to other establishments felt like a deal with said portions.”
Cheap Eats
Coffee Shops • $
“I had a great experience at Scooter’s Coffee! The staff was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and had my order ready quickly. My drink was made perfectly and tasted fresh and delicious. The customer service really stood out, they made me feel appreciated as a customer. If you’re looking for great coffee and excellent service, I definitely recommend stopping by Scooter’s. I’ll definitely be back!”
Bar • $
“Always enjoy our time at Ice and Fuel…!!! Great owners and great bartenders along with patrons!!!😊😊😊”
Shaved Ice • $
“Thank you guys for your speedy service, outstanding customer service and delicious snoballs you served our group.”
Barbecue • $
“Most time I go by there it’s lined up to the road. But it’s always rolling. The staff is super nice and the food is always fresh!!”
American • $
“Lunch here is always great and I can't wait to try breakfast but dinner is a whole different story. We have been a couple times for supper and every time we wait an hour or more for our food on top of not getting what we actually ordered. Unfortunately tonight was no different. Highly recommend for lunch though!”
Pizza • $
“One of the reasons I miss wilson is Italian Pizza and Subs. Their Stromboli was formative to my youth and helped me become the person I am today. They have been there for me through troubled times and I have a great respect for the folks who work there. When I was a child, it was always a treat to be able to get a family sized Stromboli from here and watch a movie we could pick up from the blockbuster over by Vinson Bynum. It's a living memory to me now. I love not only the food, but what thus restaurant represents to me.”
Bakery • $
“The food is so good and fresh and everyone is so nice! Great place!”
Bakery • $
“The lemon cupcake I just bit into was absolutely divine. Would recommend 1000%!”
Pizza • $
“Food is always great. Call and check that they’re open. Showed up an hour before closing per the time on the door and the time listen online and were told they are closed.”
American • $
“I went to Something Different with 2 friends today, my first time coming here. If I could give this place 10 stars, I would. If you like a restaurant with loud, blaring music and too much noise and crowded with loud people, this is not the place for you. The food was outstanding. The pricing is on par with other places, unless you are wanting to pay McDonald’s prices. The tables had white table cloths, the people were so nice, and it was QUIET!!!! The music was soft, not loud, etc. I had the chicken salad sandwich, and it was perfect. Needless to say, I will definitely be back!!”
Pizza • $
“Im from NY, This Is good NY style pizza. They sell slices. Nice crust”
Barbecue • $
“I love Parker’s but I have one suggestion, when you order take out, they put the slaw, potatoes and stew in the plate loose, and it runs together…and the slaw is warm, Greenville Parker’s put the sides in individual containers to keep it from running together..”
Bar • $
“Always friendly, often have special music nights. Relaxed atmosphere.”
Latest Reviews
Pizza • $
“Im from NY, This Is good NY style pizza. They sell slices. Nice crust”
Hamburger • $
“This little place is almost about the halfway point between Richmond VA and Sunset Beach NC. We have been stopping there for years both ways. The food is simple but absolutely delicious. Nice touch with the malt vinegar on the tables for fries. If you are passing through it is a must-try and you may become a regular as we have.”
Restaurant • $
“Carolina Cheese Co is now closed at 109 Barnes St location. We will reopen at 205 Tarboro St (just around the corner from 109 Barnes St) before the end of Oct. 2024 as take out only. You will be able to order online for fast and easy pickup. We will also have an expanded menu. Please keep check on Facebook at Carolina Cheese Co. Thanks, and looking forward to seeing you all again soon.”
Japanese • $
“Have eaten here regularly. For the most part the food is good. The service is hit or miss, depending on the time and day of the week.”
Bar • $
“Always friendly, often have special music nights. Relaxed atmosphere.”
Seafood Markets • $$
“Excellent service! Patience with customers that are not familiar with the filet process and just how much they actually want. Fish and seafood is fresh.”
Chicken • $
“I wanted to give a special thanks to Alice!! She went above and beyond when I needed a simple request. Customer service is important, and it is so hard to find people that genuinely love what they do! Alice thank you for your kindness, and for providing outstanding customer service!!! Thank you so much!!!”
Pizza Delivery • $
“Sal's pizza is the best!! He just returned...and I have had to suffer with no pizza all summer.... Thank you for coming back!!”
Coffee Shops • $
“Nice people, yummy food…can’t best it. I had cafe sampler with pimento cheese, pecan chicken salad and orzo salad. So delicious!!!!”
Bar • $
“It’s everything you want for a local spot you want to go for a few beers. The staff and owner are top notch and they serve good bar food. - burgers, wings, etc. A local secret.”
Cafe • $
“Quaint coffee and food spot downtown Wilson, NC. Breakfast was delicious and drinks were better than anything around here. You order at counter and a different employee brings food to the table.”
American • $
“Chef Trent Mayo’s Fall Veggie Lintel Soup is STERLING today ! The friendly faces of Katie and Mason delivering my order and some good conversation were DIAMONDS to go w/ that ! Better hurry !”
Most Popular Restaurants
American • $
“The Christmas meal was awesome and made the holiday so much more enjoyable!”
Diner • $
“great place to eat great service clean environment friendly waitress”
Italian • $$
“Great service and delicious food. Two of us had the soup, salad and bread sticks for lunch. The other two had the endless pasta bowl with salad and bread sticks. We enjoyed the calamari as an app and the donuts for dessert. The donuts are always delicious!”
American • $
“Service is always friendly, we sit at the bar, chicken nuggets were really good this time, I think they went back to the old style, steak was good, tender, love the mashed potatoes, drink prices are reasonable, we keep coming back, it's a good solid place to enjoy food and watch the game.”
Fast Food • $
“Very nice crew, they get your order right, a friendly, fast and they have great specials. I'm glad they are close to work, makes for a nice place to have lunch, but they are open 24hrs when I am craving a late night snack.”
Tex-Mex • $
“My husband and I had my birthday dinner last night here (9-28-2026) and it was amazing. The host was awesome and our waitress was attentive and on top of everything. Also the food was BOMB! Chili’s has never disappointed!”
Chicken Wings • $
“Just friends getting together and having a good time… Philip our waiter was perfect..on the spot”
Burgers • $
“I've been to one in South Carolina... And GA, they've never disappointed !!! Now it's in Jax and the line was crazy but I was expecting that since it opened a day ago. I don't eat McDonald's or other fast food chains... But I'll always stop at Cookout. Food is always good.”
Fast Food • $
“My food was hot. My order was correct. I didn't have to pull up and wait here, as is typically my experience with other McDonald's restaurants. Overall, good experience.”
Breakfast • $
“made us free right at home. we were from out of state heading home and stopped to have lunch. it was great service very fast and delicious. we even left a 50% tip. we wish we had one in NJ”
American • $
“The lady at register was not a people person an seem to have a attitude because I asked her a question. She was not very friendly at all. I still told her thank u an was just asking question to know something. She still had attitude. she doesn't need be at a counter. The young man who wiped my table off was extremely nice an asked if I needed anything an told me thank you have a nice lunch. He should be at the counter. My 14 old grandson was with me when we sat down he said Nana she has bad attitude about me asking question. The hamburger bun on top was hot but the bottom part was cold. It had not been warmed at all.The fries were great. Cheese burger was good except the cold bun at the bottom . But I wasn't bout go back an tell her with her attitude. I had heard so much how good Culver's was from my son an His family who go some. I am Very dissapointed with the service today an part of food. Hopefully they improve service at counter. I don't usually say lot about service are food unless it isn't good . I may Try it again an see if next time is better. Maybe lady had bad hair day lol .”
Fast Food • $
“All I read is bad reviews here but you do not see none of the good reviews. The workers do the best they can. There are so many customers that come with an attitude and they wonder why the workers get upset. There is this one girl who is GREAT!!! She has daily customers foods memorized. She always has a great attitude. She is always patient and multi-tasks great! This is the best Mcdonald's in Wilson”
New Restaurants
Ice Cream Shop
“The gelato is so so good! So far my favorite is pistachio! Also the affogato! The owner is also so kind and community-oriented.”
Steak House
“My husband and I are visiting from Oregon and we had a wonderful experience. Food was fantastic. Highly recommend the Lavender Lemonade mocktail—perfection. We shared a filet and it was cooked beautifully and so tender, baked potato, and the wedge salad with blue cheese was delish! Jake and Dillan both took care of us and made sure our visit was well worth it and it was!”
Fast Food
“Excellent burger, but the drive through is very, very slow. Both times I went there was one car ahead of me waiting to order. I waited 10 minutes to place the order. Then I waited another 15 minutes to get my food. If it was only once I wouldn't be concerned. But it happened twice.”
Buffet • $
“I just wanted to say we used Sylvia’s as the caterer for the Best/Bowden Family Reunion and food was outstanding and warm and looked good on the plate. I didn’t hear any complaints at all. My sincere thanks to Sylvia’s and team About job Well Done.
Thank You 🔥💯”
Mexican
“Just had three steak tacos from the truck and they were really good. Would definitely do this again!”
Breakfast • $
“There were a couple people being quite rude to a worker named jeff and i really didnt appreciate that jeff is a very nice guy who is trying his best let him learn and do his job as a server be considerate of other people trying”
Fast Food • $
“Southwestern bbq wrap is tasty with tender chicken, corn and red onion. I got extra sauce but didn’t need it. My only complaints are that it is a very messy sandwich and a bit salty, but still good and the service was friendly and efficient. IHad HERR’s kettle-cooked chips which were very good and go well with this sandwich. Always love WAWA!”
Chicken Wings • $
“Food is great here , Employees are kind honestly don’t know why ratings are so low this is my honest rating and one thing I saw while waiting for my food is 5 door dashers coming to pick up the same order saying the women that ordered it did not receive it while I saw it with my own eyes probably was the door dashers fault or who knows, people really out her putting one star or two just because they didn’t get free food.”
“Great food...very friendly service...I love eating at Mikey's”