8207 NOMA

Good restaurant for lunch…read more Our server, Xi, is the reason for the 4th star: he was very attentive & friendly. He was very knowledgeable of the menu - asked great clarifying questions. Chicken Caesar wrap was good. Fries were good. Burger was good.

This is our favorite restaurant. The pizza and lasagna is excellent. The service is excellent. The…read moreambiance is great! Staff are very well trained. Everyone is dressed properly, all are friendly and respectful.

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Chicken Panini as a wrap

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MeMa’s Chicken And Ribs

4.7(93 reviews)

Found this place near our rental house on Yelp. Five stars all the way round from the delicious…read moreribs, fried catfish and blueberry cobbler to the lovely, happy service on order and pick up. Between the good Yelp reviews, pictures of the food, the fact that we called my mother-in-law who passed away a couple years ago, Mema, I had to check it out and I was really glad I did. This is one of those places found while traveling that I wish was near our house.

Owners are so kind, food is delicious and it's a very cute farmhouse feel in the restaurant…read more Thank you for the great food! And thank you Davie for reminding us to go back!

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MeMa's Ribs with Beans & Colslaw

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Two Guys Grille

4.6(157 reviews)

I just went to get a salad for lunch and to be honest $18 for the salad I got was a bit…read moredisappointing. The owner was there and I asked would you pay $20 (tip included for a pickup order) for this, he said let me dank you up another salad on top of this one. I asked to buy a beer while I waited and he would not let me pay for that either. That is what you call good business and a good owner of the company. Thank you! My parents go here at least once a week and we love it this makes our experience even better.

How a cheeseburger, regular old regular, and fries. Two beers. $30 before tip…read more Way too much salt, but an attentive staff. I'm told the philli subs are good, but that was a very expensive, over priced meal.

The dinning area.

Blackened Mahi Tacos

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Chopt Creative Salad Co.

4.1(116 reviews)

4.8 mi

One of my favorite lunch spots when visiting my son, DIL and this visit new grandson;) in…read moreWilmington. I grab a fresh, delicious, nutritious salad on the way back to the house when leaving my beach walk. I'm always served with kindness. I've never eaten in the restaurant but it is clean and well stocked when I grab and go.

I took a chance ordering the shrimp spring roll salad and I'm so glad that I did! For a fast food…read moretype situation, the food is surprisingly fresh, crunchy, and light. You can decide if you want your salad sopping with dressing or just on the lighter side. Tastes great! The service is fast and stations for salad creation are very clean. That's a huge plus! Love the ambiance music, relaxing and upbeat. Not thrilled about the pricing for a salad but what doesn't cost a crap ton for quality these days. Overall, a very nice experience

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Fresh N Fab

4.9(30 reviews)

6.1 mi

Wanted something healthy on our way home after a beach trip and this place fit the bill! My husband…read moreenjoyed his poke bowl, and I went with a green smoothie bowl topped with lots of fresh fruit. Very friendly service, and a clean ambiance. Very satisfying lunch that makes you feel good afterwards!

I love it here, the food is spot on every time and the service is great. I also love the music they…read moreplay.

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Middle Sound Grille

3.8(9 reviews)

2.3 mi

Middle Sound Grille is tucked behind The Bend! It's only been open a few weeks but runs like a well…read moreoiled machine! The staff is attentive and knowledgeable as well as super friendly! You cannot get an adult beverage there, but you can get water and Pepsi products. They offer appetizers and full entrees. We ended up each getting "bites" which were a cheesesteak sandwich and mine was a gyro but not called that. The bites offered your choice of sides-fries, side salad, fruit cup which I chose the side Caesar salad. The salad was very hefty for a side salad and he got the fries which were tasty. Daniel was our waiter but all the staff were friendly! They had fly fans for the tables which were helpful because we ate outside. I don't even know if there is an inside?! It was so pretty to have the trees acting as canopies and shading us from the sun! We will most definitely be back!

"Total hidden gem! We stumbled upon this spot and fell in love with the outdoor patio--it feels…read morelike dining in a secret garden. The Pho Pot Stickers are an absolute must-try; I don't know how they packed that much flavor into a dumpling, but I'm hooked. The vibe is super laid-back, and I love that you can grab a drink from the bar next door while you wait. Fresh food, friendly staff, and a gorgeous canopy of trees--it's officially our new favorite hangout. Can't wait to come back for the Ahi Tuna!"

Churros

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Chicken "gyro" but called something else

Bridgewater Wines and Dines

4.3(37 reviews)

We came in for their Appy hour (half off apps from 3-5pm daily) and had a nice time. We sat at the…read morebar since that's where appy hour is offered and as people who aren't huge wine experts, we felt a little out of our element. We ordered a glass of wine that was really good and later found out they do wine tastings too. The food was what really brought us in and I'm so glad we came in. We ordered the Tuna Tower, Burrata, Brussels Sprouts and Nonni's Meatballs from the appy hour menu and every single dish was delicious. Everything was fresh and full of flavor.

Service is really good. Everyone stops by the table to ask how you are doing. We wanted something…read morelaid back and relaxing and this was it. I didn't expect such a large menu. Everything we tried was good. Started with the meatballs...made fresh. My husband had the Big Dipper sandwich and it was delicious. My daughter and I had pasta. More onion than I would have liked but the ragu on the wild boar pasta was good. Forgot to get pictures of the dessert but it was a great end of the meal. They had strawberry shortcake (because strawberries are in season). Had real strawberries in the center. Don't miss the cookie skillet. Served hot and gooey and really good! They also have cocktails and local draft beer in addition to good wine. Glad to have a laid back place with good wine to just chill.

Beef tenderloin

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Tidewater Oyster Bar

4.6(207 reviews)

I've ordered take out from here before but have never dined it until this evening. It's a smaller…read morerestaurant, but has outer seating as well a small bar. Service is welcoming and professional. They have daily specials. My husband and I ordered the crab dip and hush puppies for appetizers. The hush puppies were perfectly fried and slightly sweet. They were served with a seasoned butter. The crab dip was served with toasted French bread as an option. The crab dip was delicious. For dinner my husband ordered the shrimp po boy and really liked the shrimp. I had the fried shrimp platter. It came with coleslaw, string fries, and hush puppies. The shrimp were large, breaded but not greasy. They were fresh and very well seasoned. We really enjoyed our dinner here and would definitely go back.

We usually love this place! Tonight thou the hush puppy butter tasted like oranges. The Cole slaw…read morewas absolutely disgusting. Couldn't even get the bite down. Don't get me wrong. We usually love this place. The oysters have been great. The clam chowder is good! The fried flounder is awesome. Idk what happened today

House salad with added shrimp

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P.T.'s Olde Fashioned Grille

4.4(83 reviews)

0.3 mi

Best burger I've ever had. It's not a typical diner and there's no nonsense here. It's all about…read morethe burgers and they do it better than anyone in town. Whether you're hungover needing a fix or just craving a greasy burger with every topping, this place is the way to go. Service is fast and they check on you if you need refills or sauces. Don't waste your time with anywhere else in the area, PTs if your place to go. All you hear when you walk in is the bustle of the grill and employees getting orders in which makes you know what's coming has got to be good. I come here weekly and will continue to till I leave this place. I'll be dreaming of a PT burger anywhere I go next.

The burgers have a great history. Quick and accurate service while the dining area has a welcoming…read morefeel.

Olde fashioned burger

Old Fashioned Burger

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Cape Fear

4.4(383 reviews)

0.3 mi

Exceptional cuisine paired with world-class service. Highly recommended for anyone who appreciates…read morethe finer things in life. The kitchen team here is operating at an incredibly high level. The Scallops: Absolute perfection. They had that beautiful golden sear while remaining buttery and tender inside. The flavor profile was sophisticated yet allowed the freshness of the seafood to shine. The Red Snapper: A standout dish. The fish was cooked to moist, flaky perfection, showcasing a delicate balance of textures that only a top-tier chef can achieve. The Risotto: Honestly, this dish deserves its own line item in our family budget. It is so addictive that I'd happily order it every single day if I could! Out-of-this-World Service While the food was spectacular, the service was truly cosmic. It's rare to find a team that is this intuitive, professional, and genuinely welcoming. They don't just take orders; they curate an experience. Every detail was anticipated before I even had to ask.

My wife and I came here with my daughter who we were visiting. Coming from Arizona we always try…read moreand get as much seafood on the coast as we can. We didn't have a reservation but were seated within 15 minutes. Our booth however was probably the most uncomfortable booth I have ever sat in. My wife and I couldn't find a comfortable spot anywhere. Very strange seats. We all got the watermelon margarita special which was fantastic. The crab dip was delicious. Our main entrees were just OK. I had much better fresh seafood at other restaurants we tried locally.

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Scallops with risotto

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Fried Clam Strips

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Thomas G.

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17 years ago

Amazing gourmet quality lunch wraps, sandwiches, quiches and salads. This is the best tasting lunch I have found in Wilmington. The owner and waitresses are great. The Seafood Bisque is amazing. Everything I have tried has been awesome. I am addicted to the roast beef wrap with carmelized onions, homemade horseradish, and blue cheese. My only complaint is that I am usually to full after my meal ot enjoy their awesome desserts. A little pricey at around 13 bucks for a lunch entree and drink but it is well worth it. I would pay more. read more

Kim T.

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5 years ago

It's amazing to me how people like Roscoe,above reviewer, thinks he is an expert on everything. If you are giving constructive dialogue, that is helpful. To be disrespectful and rude is another. If you are giving these businesses mostly one star, you just think other readers value your opinion. They don't. Keep your opinions to yourself,We had filet mignon last Saturday and it was amazing. It was the first time we tried them. We definitely will go back again. read more

L. C.

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12 years ago

Love their lunch options! Dinner is great too! you can also purchase wine at a great price and take home with you. Some wines on their menu are actually exclusive to dealers, so each week you could find something new that you can't find anywhere else. read more

Ally H.

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10 years ago

Love the quaint atmosphere & the food is delicious! My store is close & when patrons ask for a place to eat recommendation I ALWAYS send them here!! Never a disappointment! read more

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