Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Coastal North Carolina

Best Authentic Restaurants in Wrightsville Beach

Price
Cuisine
Regions
Neighbourhoods
Top Rated
Dining Options
Seating Options
Accessibility

7 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Genki Sushi Bar and Japanese Restaurant restaurant
1. Genki Sushi Bar and Japanese Restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(616)
Price: Expensive
• Sushi • Wilmington
Booked 17 times today
We look forward to welcoming you into our warm environment, with food so good you will swear you just stepped off of the train in Tokyo.If you are reading this description, please take note that: * Starting October 1st 2024: We will no longer be able to seat you unless your entire party has arrived and ready to sit ON TIME. We will hold your Table/Seats for ONLY 10 minutes past the reservation time. *After 10 minutes, you will lose your reservation to someone who is on the waiting list. *Please take this serious as, it will allow us to provide better customer service to our guests as we increase in volume, and allow the evening to flow better with timing for our reservations through out the evening.Thank you for your cooperation and understanding! Our customers mean the world to us! *Also, please remember to count small children and babies as a person for seating. Thank you for your participation and understanding in this. Thank you for your business! See you soon!
A photo of Hieronymus Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar restaurant
2. Hieronymus Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar
new
4.8
Exceptional(573)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Wilmington
Booked 5 times today
The Area's Authentic Seafood Restaurant The experience that you will have at Hieronymus Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar is uniquely Wilmington, North Carolina. Our specialty is Cape Fear cuisine, including fresh local seafood, fresh vegetables, and local craft beer. When you walk through our doors, take a look around. You will see many items that are a part of our history. The shells inside the tables have been brought to us by many guests throughout the years. Nameplates on the bar designate locals that have told many a tale. News releases show Hieronymus cooking for Bryant Gumbel on the Today Show. You might copy a recipe for soft shell crab or take a gander at some of the "stars" that have dropped by for dinner.
A photo of Tarantelli’s restaurant
3. Tarantelli’s
4.7
Exceptional(2776)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Wilmington
Booked 27 times today
Tarantelli’s is a beloved Italian restaurant in downtown Wilmington. It's praised for its authentic Italian cuisine, with reviewers noting the fresh, traditional dishes and variety of options. Many reviewers have highlighted the excellent service and atmosphere, and the restaurant is consistently rated highly for its food, service, and value. The ambiance of the restaurant is also noted as fantastic, making it a complete dining experience.
A photo of Floriana - Wilmington restaurant
4. Floriana - Wilmington
4.8
Exceptional(1215)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Wilmington
Booked 25 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.
A photo of PinPoint restaurant
5. PinPoint
4.8
Exceptional(1799)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Wilmington
Booked 10 times today
PinPoint is authentic because it serves deeply rooted Southern cuisine that changes daily, featuring local seasonal offerings from Wilmington. Reviewers rave about the fresh ingredients, creative preparations, and unique flavors, describing the food as 'truly delicious', 'excellent', and 'fantastic'. Plus, it was featured in Southern Living's Best Restaurants of 2019.
A photo of Caprice Bistro restaurant
6. Caprice Bistro
4.8
Exceptional(3303)
Price: Moderate
• French • Wilmington
Booked 18 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.”
A photo of Tequilas Waterfront restaurant
7. Tequilas Waterfront
3.9
Excellent(116)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Wilmington
Booked 4 times today
A culinary collaboration between Tequila Comida & Cantina and Marina Grill, infusing the vibrant flavors of Mexico into the heart of Wilmington’s waterfront. Established in 2018 by Chef Ramon Villasenor and Miguel Villasenor, Tequila Comida & Cantina has teamed up with Marina Grill to create an exceptional dining experience.Nestled beside the Riverfront Park and boasting an extraordinary view of the Riverfront Marina, Tequila’s Waterfront offers a unique setting. Our spacious outdoor area is the perfect spot to enjoy live music during the summer months. Located next door to the Riverfront Park, home to the Live Oak Pavilion, an outdoor amphitheater hosting open-air concerts and entertainment, we invite you to savor the magic of Mexican cuisine amid cultural warmth and breathtaking views.
‘About the restaurant’ descriptions have been generated using an artificial intelligence model comprised of OpenTable proprietary data that has not been independently verified by OpenTable. The content is presented as-is, for informational purposes only.

See what locals rave about

From verified diners like you
From verified diners like you

Explore OpenTable

Discover
OpenTable
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Careers
  • Press
More
Our sites
Businesses
  • Delight more diners
  • Open for Business Blog
Join us on
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2024 OpenTable, Inc. 1 Montgomery St Ste 500, San Francisco CA 94104 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo