Wilmington Restaurants
Wondering where to eat in Wilmington, NC? This is a great town to eat your way across, with excellent choices for fine dining and casual alike. Roll up your sleeves and dig into a pile of local oysters or peel and eat shrimp – overlooking the waters they were caught in that same day. Enjoy an expertly prepared meal from one of our chefs who’ve established local celebrity status. Dig into the perfect burger or plate of wings as you cheer on your favorite NC sports team. Find the true flavor of the South at one of the traditional diners or “meat and three” spots, beloved by Wilmington locals. Whatever you’re craving there’s sure to be a Wilmington restaurant to satisfy your appetite.
The George on the Riverwalk
“The George” is located directly on the Cape Fear Riverfront. With relaxed outdoor seating and an elegant indoor dining area, The George is perfect for every occasion.
Copper Penny
The Copper Penny is one of our favorite places to eat in Downtown Wilmington. The food is excellent and the vibe is very laid back. They are open for lunch and dinner.
Fox & Hound Pub & Grill
Fox & Hound in Mayfaire Town Center is a great place to relax with friends. Great food, an impressive selection of 44 draft beers, and all the sports you could ever want set this hot spot apart.
Boathouse Restaurant
Boathouse Restaurant is an excellent place to eat with friends and family. The casually comfortable vibe of Boathouse pairs perfectly with their extensive menu, complete with breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Restaurants We’re Into
The Dixie Grill – Downtown Wilmington
116 Market Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
Sweet n Savory Cafe (by Wrightsville Beach)
1611 Pavillion Place
Wilmington, NC 28403
Gulf Stream Restaurant
78 Myrtle Ave
Carolina Beach, NC 28428
Phone number (910) 458-8774
Oceanic (Oceanfront)
703 S Lumina Ave
Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480
Phone number (910) 256-5551
Bluewater Grill (Intracoastal Waterway)
4 Marina St
Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480
Phone number (910) 256-8500
Chops Deli (Downtown)
130 N Front St
Wilmington, NC 28401
Phone number (910) 399-6503
Wayfarer Delicatessen (Downtown)
110 S Front St
Wilmington, NC 28401
Phone number (910) 762-4788
Saigon Bistro (Downtown)
21 N Front St
Wilmington, NC 28401
Phone number (910) 769-2628
Surf House
604 N Lake Park Blvd
Carolina Beach, NC 28428
Phone number (910) 707-0422
Ocean Grill (Oceanfront)
1211 S Lake Park Blvd
Carolina Beach, NC 28428
Phone number (910) 458-2000
Cape Fear Seafood Company (Monkey Junction)
5226 S College Rd
Wilmington, NC 28412
Phone number (910) 799-7077
Copper Penny (Downtown)
109 Chestnut St
Wilmington, NC 28401
Phone number (910) 762-1373
K38 Baja Grill (Midtown)
5410 Oleander Dr
Wilmington, NC 28403
Phone number (910) 395-6040
Nikkis Fresh Gourmet – Sushi (Mulitple Locations Around Town)
16 S Front St
Wilmington, NC 28401
Phone number (910) 772-9151
Brixx – Wood Fired Pizza (in Mayfaire by Wrightsville)
6801 Main St
Wilmington, NC 28405
Phone number (910) 256-9677
Mellow Mushroom – Pizza
224 Causeway Dr
Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480
Phone number (910) 679-4645
Tower 7 Mexican Grill
4 N Lumina Ave
Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480
Phone number (910) 256-8585
Hops Supply Company (Midtown)
5400 Oleander Dr
Wilmington, NC 28403
Phone number (910) 833-8867
Indochine – Thai – (Close to Downtown)
7 Wayne Dr
Wilmington, NC 28403
Phone number (910) 251-9229
Circa 1922 (Downtown)
8 N Front St
Wilmington, NC 28401
Phone number (910) 762-1922
RX Restaurant & Bar (Close to Downtown)
421 Castle St
Wilmington, NC 28401
Phone number (910) 399-3080
Caprice Bistro (Downtown)
10 Market St
Wilmington, NC 28401
Phone number (910) 815-0810
Osteria Cicchetti (out by Wrightsville)
1125-K Military Cutoff Rd
Wilmington, NC 28405
Phone number (910) 256-7476
South Beach Grill
100 S Lumina Ave
Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480
Phone number (910) 256-4646
Deck House
205 Charlotte Ave
Carolina Beach, NC 28428
Phone number (910) 458-1026
Freddies Restaurant
111 K Ave
Kure Beach, NC 28449
Phone number (910) 458-5979
Enjoy the views from these waterfront restaurants in Wilmington, Carolina Beach, and Wrightsville Beach
The Pilot House (Downtown on Cape Fear River)
2 Ann St
Wilmington, NC 28401
Phone number (910) 343-0200
George on the Riverwalk (Downtown on Cape Fear River)
128 S Water St
Wilmington, NC 28401
Phone number (910) 763-2052
Oceanic (Oceanfront)
703 S Lumina Ave
Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480
Phone number (910) 256-5551
Bluewater Grill (Intracoastal)
4 Marina St
Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480
Phone number (910) 256-8500
The Bridge Tender (Intracoastal)
1414 Airlie Rd
Wilmington, NC 28403
Phone number (910) 256-4519
Ocean Grill (Oceanfront)
1211 S Lake Park Blvd
Carolina Beach, NC 28428
Phone number (910) 458-2000