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1. Southern, a gathering place
4.9
Exceptional(498)
Price: Very Expensive
• Farm-to-table • Southport
Booked 4 times today
Farm to fork creative southern cuisine. Handcrafted cocktails and fabulous wine list. We offer seating by reservation for all seats in the restaurant including seats at our bar, indoor dining room, and our outdoor porch which is a wonderful place to sit during all seasons (since porch sitting is a true Southport thing to do).
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2. Tarantelli’s
4.7
Exceptional(2848)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Wilmington
Booked 24 times today
Tarantelli’s is located on Second Street, just one block from Front Street and in walking distance to the Cape Fear River. The restaurant and event venue is located in the historic district of downtown Wilmington. This lively area spans 230-plus blocks and is home to some of the best bars, restaurants, churches, architecture, and selection of fine art. There are several parking facilities nearby, but you can also reach Tarantelli's year round via horse drawn trolley and carriage, river taxi, trolley cars, or on foot.
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3. Floriana - Wilmington
4.8
Exceptional(1256)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Wilmington
Booked 36 times today
We are open for carry out and for dine-in guests. The balcony tables are available first come first serve upon reservation. If one is not available upon arrival, guests are welcome to wait at the bar or in the lounge until one becomes available. We are open for Dinner MON-SUN 4:30 pm till 10 pm and for Brunch on SUN 11:00-2:00 pm. Floriana Restaurant is about friends, family and community. We are an independently-owned Italian bistro serving dishes made with seasonal ingredients sourced from local producers. We pride ourselves on our menu, service and passion for food. Our beautifully appointed dining room is the perfect setting for any occasion — an intimate, romantic dinner, or when you have reason for celebration and want all your closest friends together at the same table.The Wilmington Floriana Restaurant is located in Wilmington, NC riverside at 2 Market Street.
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4. Seabird
4.9
Exceptional(1508)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Wilmington
Booked 32 times today
Mindfully sourced and thoughtfully prepared ingredients highlight the landscape of the food in our coastal community. Menu subject to change daily with local availability of seafood and produce. James Beard nominated chef and owner, Dean Neff. Reservations available for dinner Wednesday through Monday. Closed Tuesdays.Brunch now served Saturday & Sunday!
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5. Lucca Italian Chophouse
4.7
Exceptional(1021)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Shallotte
Booked 9 times today
Lucca Italian Chop House is famous for its USDA steaks , hand made pastas,award wining wine list and personal service. Our restaurant serves more than just pizza and smiles. We have diverse lunch and dinner menus that includes homemade soups, salads, Italian dinners, fresh seafood,house made pasta,calzones,strombolis, tantalizing sandwiches and great appetizers!
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6. The Boundary House Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3244)
Price: Moderate
• Regional American (Southern) • Calabash
Booked 37 times today
The Boundary House Restaurant serves up some of the finest food from the highest quality ingredients available. All of our items are made fresh to order and our dressings and desserts are prepared in house.
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7. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
4.6
Exceptional(2451)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Wilmington
Booked 30 times today
Ruth's Chris Steak House in Wilmington is located at the newly constructed River Place in the heart of historic Downtown Wilmington. Whether it's a romantic steak dinner for two, an important business meeting, or a private party, Ruth's Chris Steak House can accommodate your needs and our Wilmington steakhouse provides guests with a warm, comfortable atmosphere of casual elegance.
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8. Clark's Seafood and Chop House
4.8
Exceptional(3570)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Little River
Booked 38 times today
The ultimate in Myrtle Beach Chophouse dining. Clark’s is comfortable yet sophisticated and soaks up the beautiful Coquina Harbour for the perfect backdrop to delicious dining.Clark’s offers only USDA Choice steaks. Our awe inspiring 14 oz. New York Strip, 9 oz. Filet Mignon, and Prime Rib are all served charred and bursting with prime aged flavor. Seafood is fresh and local, with a twist of seafood favorites which include oysters, shrimp, scallops and fresh catch of the day.Our bar menu includes an extensive wine list which features a wide array of wines by the glass. Specialty martinis and cocktails and great cuisine take center stage at this scenic Little River restaurant. Clark’s Seafood and Chop House is at the top of the restaurant list for locals and Grand Strand visitors. Whether you come for lunch or dinner, we’re sure you will come back again and again.
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9. Caprice Bistro
4.8
Exceptional(3340)
Price: Moderate
• French • Wilmington
Booked 25 times today
Open Wed-Mon, closed Tues. Reservations recommended; table times limited to 2 hours max. Please call the restaurant directly for reservations of parties over 4 guests. Online orders can be placed from our website; limited daily availability. There is a parking deck one block away on Market Street, between Front Street and Second Street. There is also paid street parking (free after 6:30pm and all day Sundays)....Thierry & Patricia Moity previously owned Patou Bistro in Charlotte, NC & Cafe de Bruxelles in NYC. Chef Thierry has been cooking since age 13 in some of the finest restaurants in Europe & USA. His cuisine is influenced by many traditions; Patricia comes from the northern part of France near the Belgium border, while Thierry's origins are deeply rooted in the central provinces of the country. According to Chef Thierry, “I want everyone to feel welcome in my restaurant. We are working against the stereotype that French food must be intimidating and expensive.”
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10. Butcher and Barrel by True Blue
new
4.7
Exceptional(528)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Wilmington
Booked 7 times today
Chef Bobby Zimmerman and his team welcome you to Butcher & Barrel by We Are True Blue, located in the South Front District of downtown Wilmington, NC. Celebrated for its prime cuts and lively atmosphere, Butcher & Barrel features a menu of locally sourced ingredients and an extensive selection of bourbon and whiskey. With its high ceilings, funky wallpaper, and art featuring local artist GERB, Butcher & Barrel aims to offer not only a delicious dining and drinking experience but also a memorable, vibrant one. Designed to give you a big city feel, it has that exciting air of "where are you going to go next?" after you finish your meal or drink.

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  • Byron
    Coastal North Carolina •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Tarantelli's is a 9.5 out of 10. This restaurant is absolutely amazing. The Food is 10 out of 10 and you will not be able to finish the meal. One plate will feed two people. My only issue was waiter interaction. Some of the waiters are not engaging. When you need them to help or order something else its hard to find them also it seems that some of the waiters are not social interactive people. When working in food service you need individuals who are lively and engage to make the customer feel right at home.
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    Tarantelli’sPrice: Moderate• Italian• Wilmington
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    4.7
  • Kim
    Columbus •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Great food. The Bread is always amazing. Large portions and excellent flavors. It’s our go restaurant when we are in town. Favorite menu items are rigatoni vodka, chicken Parmesan, spaghetti and meatballs, gnocchi bolognese. Appetizers are stuffed banana peppers and Arancci(sp?)
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    Lucca Italian ChophousePrice: Moderate• Italian• Shallotte
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    4.7
  • Donna
    Coastal North Carolina •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We had an amazing meal as always there. We had an order of the Duck breast, an order of the shrimp and scallop risotto and wonderful wine. The meal started with a calamari appetizer and the black gnocchi. Each taste was wonderfully executed and amazing. They never disappoint...highly recommend this restaurant over and over again.
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    Floriana - WilmingtonPrice: Expensive• Italian• Wilmington
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    4.8
  • ChristineVIP
    Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore •37 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The food was excellent! The pork chop was wonderful as usual. One of my favorite places!
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    Southern, a gathering placePrice: Very Expensive• Farm-to-table• Southport
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    4.9
  • ShawnVIP
    Coastal North Carolina •21 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    It’s obvious why this restaurant is one of the best in the region. Seamless service and amazing food speaks for itself.
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    SeabirdPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Wilmington
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    4.9

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