Pros: Hidden hem! You can find this place right above Yosake at the top of the stairs. Worth the 3 flights.Groovy music selection, low key atmosphere with trendy decor and couches. Our waitress, Victoria was knowledgeable and friendly. Large tapas selection which paired perfectly with their craft cocktails. We weren't disappointed! We had 5 tapas, 3 drinks, and our bill was $55, not bad! I honestly didn't want to leave a review so that we could keep this place to ourselves PS: ask your server about their "last Sunday of every month" special gathering. 5 stars yall! CONS: Wish I knew sooner about this place. read more

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This is the type of place I always come back to when I'm in town as I always leave happy. The food is great, the service is attentive and the mood is right. It is casual enough for a first date but a little more dressed up then some of the other bars in the area. I will continue to support this business. 4.8/5 read more

Fun place for drinks and small plates. It's a little pricey but their drinks are fantastic and worth it. I would recommend the "not so southern baptist" if you're a whiskey fan. The ambiance is great with lots of comfy seating with couch areas and small tables. Parking is a little difficult as it's downtown but you can park in the garage or during off season you may get lucky with street parking. This restaurant is on the top level with two other bar/restaurants below so it's a fun spot to easily hop around. Perfect place for a girls night out. read more

Dram + Morsel - a person sitting at a table - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Wilmington, North Carolina

We decided to stop and have brunch here last Sunday. They do a bottle of champagne with juice of your choice for $15 which is awesome! The seating can be a little odd depending on where you end up. We were at a large table with couches that were just a little too short to comfortably eat at. The food was really good though! Everything was well seasoned and the service was prompt. I would definitely come back! Prices are also much more affordable for brunch! read more

Went for a girls dinner on saturday night and we shared a few different plate. It was an overall good experience and We were pleased with the food. Cocktails weren't the best though. We shared the peppers and pork belly plates which were both delicious. Got the tuna nachos which were u derwhelming but not bad. Would definelty go again, good for small plates but would probably choose rum cow for this sort of thing. Good atmosphere though. read more

Dram + Morsel - Cocktails ! not the best but ‍ - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Wilmington, North Carolina

Been wanting to try this place for awhile. Great menu, good drinks. I had the steak flatbread with melted bleu cheese and spinach. The shrimp and grits also looked great as did many of the menu items. Will return. read more

Dram + Morsel - Steak flat bread with melted bleu cheese and spinach - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Wilmington, North Carolina

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Cool vibe Fun menu Enjoyed 90's Specials Great value $6 Long Island Iced Tea Shrimp & Grits excellent! Top Notch Server Will return! read more

I had a really awesome experience at this restaurant. My food was fabulous!! I followed the reviews and was not disappointed. I liked everything except the deep fried veggies. Just too much breading I think. BUT anyway...the drinks were all so unique and delicious. I don't think they had one that didn't look good. We sat at the bar and so I was able to see plenty of cocktails coming out. It wasn't too busy early Friday evening. There was no wait. The staff was incredible. They were very helpful, very friendly, very hospitable. I can not stress enough: go to this restaurant. It is really as good as the reviews say. I'm pretty excited to try it again one day soon. read more

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An overall excellent meal topped with a cold cup of coffee. What a stupid way to go from almost 5 stars to almost three. Pretzel bites great. Tuna great. Deviled eggs great. Drinks really well done. Then a cold cup of coffee.... read more

I had the wonderful opportunity to check out this great new local business last month but somehow forgot to write a review. Overall I really enjoyed the meal and venue but had to take away a star because of an issue with one of the plates and my wife's overall satisfaction with the restaurant. Happy wife = happy life, well my wife was not happy with this place as our date night pick. We arrived somewhat early on a Friday night, I made reservations, and although it was barely 6:00pm the restaurant was very full. We were seated at a small table by the entrance. My wife was not pleased with our seats but there wasn't really anything else available and the majority of the seating is set up for large parties. Service was slow to start which wasn't the best way to begin an experience at a new restaurant. We both ordered craft cocktails and unfortunately I can't remember what mine was but I did enjoy it. My wife thought her drink was too strong... lol which is not something I would complain about but that was her opinion. Like traditional tapas the restaurants, the portions are small and prices are reasonably cheap. We decided to start with the Moroccan Curry wings. When they arrived they were ice cold... the dish itself was piping hot but not the food. It took us a few minutes to wave down a server, ours was nowhere to be found, and he returned the wings to the kitchen. A new order was brought out about ten minutes later and they were warmer but still not hot. I decided against sending them back again and we both scarfed them down despite the unappetizing temp. The flavor was incredible and the meat literally fell off the bone. They were good but would have been great if served properly. For dinner, I ordered the Frites on Fleek and two sliders while my wife got the meat pie. I loved the sliders which were nothing special but done perfectly. The fries were amazing and I am a fry connoisseur. The meat pie although good is not described well on the menu and was not what we expected. My wife was really upset and disappointed. That being said, I thought her entree was delicious. I left a happy camper but my wife was not impressed. I love the unquie style and creative offerings but tapas style is clearly not for everyone. I can't wait to return with a large party to enjoy the comfy seating and hopefully they have worked out the kinks in the kitchen so my chicken wings are hot next time. read more

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I love it. The slow cooked fall off the bone Moroccan wings are my favorite. I could eat them everyday. The happy hour $3 $4 $5 menu is perfection. Great way to kick back with friends. Their mixed drinks are a bit high dollar and I didn't care for the 2 or 3 I've tried but maybe my tastes just aren't refined enough, sticking with wine is good enough for me. Service is good, the place seems so small and I don't know why because yosake has the same set up plus a sushi bar and seems more spacious. I don't like that you can smell everything from the kitchen when sitting near it (I know that sounds crazy) but the last time I went I sat right there and I could smell fish, dish washer, burgers it was overwhelming not like "wow its making me hungry" it was too much. Maybe more venting or less holding the door open. My qualms-The snapper I think it's called the captain something was super fishy, the wings are always just above room temp and I love steaming hot food (they come in a mini dutch oven for goodness sakes), the fried chicken slider was a bit dry and boring, the toast a la french would be SOOOOOOOOOOOOO much better served warm instead of a stiff cold but tasty brick. Same for the blueberry pound cake. Those tweaks would get my 5th star. read more

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After my GREAT experience about a month ago I was super excited to come back to Dram + Morsel for another birthday celebration. Last review I mentioned the food was amazing but service was spotty. The food was still great enough for a fairly stellar review since the service issue was more disorganization than anything. This time, unfortunately, was not the same experience. This go around I ordered the Movie Night (pretzel bites) again, the Kids' Worst Nightmare (a Brussels salad), and the Primate's Delight (plantain chips with a mango crème fraiche that they were out of last visit). If I hadn't been with a group celebrating a birthday, I would have sent two out of the three dishes back and I think I've only sent food back once in my lifetime. The Movie Night tasted stale - overly chewy pretzels (but the smoked gouda mornay was still delish) that weren't quite warm. This had been my favorite last time! The Primate's Delight was not just overcooked, but burnt. I'm sure frying up such thin chips with a high sugar content is hard, but these still weren't acceptable. I had under-eaten earlier in prep for a big meal, so I ate it, but it hurt a bit to have to pay the check at the end. Our waiter was charming and patient with our larger group, so there was that, at least. Really bummed out after such a great first visit. I'll be taking a bit of a break before telling everyone how great this place is again. Still giving three starts in hopes that my next meal will be better. read more

Ever wanted so many things on a menu but had to choose only one entree? That's why I love tapas: they give you the ability to try all sorts of flavors in small quantities. So when I heard there was a tapas place in downtown Wilmington called Dram and Morsel, I had to go check it out. Turn out this was a great decision! We started with cocktails. (What tapas bar would be a tapas bar without cocktails?) I had the BOM cocktail: tequila, jalapeño, blood orange. Delicious and spicy and STRONG! For food we had the Moroccan chicken wings (spicy but not hot; falling off the bone tender), lobster salad sliders (cool and refreshing with a mild flavor), beef paillard (smoky grilled steak pounded flat), and brussel sprouts (roasted and cheesy with a thick sauce). Favorites were the beef paillard and lobster salad sliders. The Moroccan wings were awesome but they were so tender that even the bones had started falling apart which made them difficult and dangerous to eat. Brussel sprouts were tasty but the cheese sauce made them get a bit soggy. Maybe I'm used to crispy and/or fried brussel sprouts? Still good just different. For dessert I tacked on the bourbon pecan pie. Awesome decision! I've never had a pecan pie that light. It was a unique and delicious experience. The cannel on top, though it looked like ice cream, was whipped cream which perfectly and playfully matched the light weight of the pie. Highly recommended. Our server was fun and engaging, though seemed a little overworked -- she had a lot of tables and teetered on the edge of losing control at one point but recovered and made it a memorable experience. We enjoyed her recommendations and she did a great job. If you're looking for a cool space to relax and enjoy some wine, cocktails, and tapas downtown, this is your spot. Don't miss it! read more

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Overall: Good place for dinner or beverages. Nothing really blew me away in here but it was still good . Will probably go back. Atmosphere: Bit of nostalgia contributed to the positive experience for the wife and I. Our wedding reception was in this place 10 years ago when it used to be a venue called the Balcony on Dock. Retains a lot of the look that made it attractive enough that people want to have their wedding receptions in it. But the Two balconies overlooking downtown are poorly utilized (looks like they use them as a space for people to go smoke). Beyond that, it is an interesting atmosphere. They have two areas with couches and large low tables. Other areas have regular sized tables and chairs. Definitely not a typical restaurant. After 9:00, they started Karaoke. Did find it strange that the songs didn't match the 90s theme. Food: Pretty Good. We went on 90s night. They had a full menu (modified names and slightly modified variations of their normal menu items with 90s themed names). Had Snow Peas, a Bulgogi "Sushi" Roll, and the wife had parmesan cauliflower. Everything was pretty good. Drinks: interesting also 90s themed cocktails. Weren't the best i've had in Wilmington or elsewhere, but they were ok. read more

There is much to like about Dram and Morsel - Imagine a younger, more eclectic 1900 with not-as-good food, no DJ and alot less cougars and polo sporting trust-fund kids from Landfall. You girls can still wear monkees, there just will probably be less of you wearing it. The sign might say Dram and Morsel, (Dram meaning drink and Morsel meaning food,) but there seemed to be more emphasis put on the drink than on the food. Drinks were on the expensive side (to be expected for a place like this) and it felt like much more care and thought went into the execution and planning of them compared to the food menu. The food here is a true tapas concept which I appreciated. Plenty of small plates to fit a variety of tastes with nothing being too expensive or filling. To that end though, nothing really stood out or had that wow factor you might hope for. I can see people coming back for the space to have a party or to kickoff a night out with friends downtown. I can't see too many people coming back because the pirogies were out of the this world or their meat and cheese plate was to die for (they weren't and it wasn't). The food in general was good, not great. Wilmington's newest speakeasy sits on the 3d floor above Huske and Yosake and is surprisingly big, bigger than the pictures seem to show. When you walk in you wonder how a space this big has been up here for so long. They have limited hours, only being open Thurs-Sun. I would imagine that, and being on the 3rd floor with a relatively small sign on the building is why they don't have many yelp reviews. For being right downtown, I don't think many people know they are even open yet. Come for the service, ambiance and drinks; and if you are in the mood give the food a try, you might find something you like. read more

Dram + Morsel - Charcuterie and Cheese - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Wilmington, North Carolina

First time visiting this restaurant and won't be the last. Great food great service great value. What more do you need to know. It's a tapas restaurant in so far as portions and sharability. Variety of offerings for every palate read more

I went here for the first time for pre-dinner drinks about a week ago. I had been hearing wonderful things about this new spot in town, and let me just say, it didn't disappoint. The atmosphere is very cool and has a lounge type feel. It's very roomy inside, but the bar staff makes it such a welcoming atmosphere. I arrived shortly after my friends and was wanting a beer, but one look at the craft cocktail menu and I couldn't resist one of those delectable finds! I asked our knowledgable bar tender Matt what he recommended, and to my delight he suggested the tequila cocktail I was eyeing. The Amante Picante sounds a little strange, however, it does not disappoint. Tequila mixed with green tabasco, jalapeno, and cucumber create a crisp, clean, and somewhat spicy mix for the palate. Rimmed with what tasted like celery salt, this cocktail tasted like it was made just for my palate. I have not yet tired anything from their small plate menu, but am looking forward to in the future! I think this would be a great spot if you are looking for a tapas style dinner or even a progressive dinner! read more

Dram + Morsel - Amante Picante at Dram + Morsel. Spicy and savory! - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Wilmington, North Carolina

Grabbed an after dinner drink here for my birthday! The place is a big, lounge area. It was really cozy and cozy. It was a Friday night, and there was music playing in the front corner. The place had a few small tables, as well as several long tables that were readily available for large parties. We grabbed a seat at the bar, and chatted up the bartender. I enjoyed both of our drinks, though I believe mine was better. The small plates looked yummy too. Definitely a fun place to go downtown! read more

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Not only does the AC not work on hot days, neither do the servers. You will also get exactly a dram or a morsel for your full-price order. This includes nachos where all the ingredients taste like they would be better if they sprung for some Tostitos queso instead of whatever runny dollar store brand they used. Or pupusas that had more than a schmeer of filling surrounded by many layers of masa. It does serve its primary mission, however, as a place to drink very small drinks in an elegant environment. Oh, the sliders were ok. read more

Such a cool spot for drinks or a date night dinner. The menu is very diverse and is mostly tapas, so you are able to try a bunch of different things. The bar is fairly large and has a great selection of innovative cocktails. This is easily one of the coolest spots in town. read more

Great atmosphere and worth the walk up the huge stairs. Nice to place for a date or a large party. The foods good, but I wish they would change up the menu. Drinks are delicious. Over all a little pricey for the menu, but like a said it's great for a date or a night out with friends and tapas. read more

We called for a dinner with holiday friends and sadly the person on the phone was bit short and dismissive. After waiting in the phone to check for a table for 5 on a Saturday night we found it was rented out for a holiday party. Hopefully they will work on their phone skills as we heard the place wasn't half bad. Maybe it's growing pains but we were treated very, very different and more enjoyable experience at the next place we called. It's always a shame when a place has a very bad first impression. read more

Came for one and stayed for three! Sam and Jordan were great, super accommodating and genuine. Amazing specialty cocktail of the night. Was going to have one but couldn't help myself they were so delicious. Love the happy hour specials as always! read more

When people ask my favorite restaurant in town, I say this place. Great tapas that rotate, the cocktails are amazing and will give you a great buzz. Lastly the whole look with mismatching furniture and rugs gives it a complete NYC vibe. You can blindly pick things on the menu and know you'll love it. Can't speak highly enough of this spot. A must go! read more

This interesting place is above Yosake with mix matched chairs, big cozy couches and pretty decent size bar. Great for birthdays, ladies night or date night. The small plates menu is perfect for sharing so you can try pretty much everything at once. We had the devil eggs which were very good, Parm cauliflower which was alright, the ribs which I would not recommend- the breading was mealy and the meat over cooked and the tostones which were absolutely fire. A large spiced shrimp on top of a guacamole covered plantain. The drink menu sounded great but the cocktails were subpar. Overall I liked the atmosphere but the food and drinks could use some perfecting. read more

Came here for St. Patty's day for brunch and the food was so good. We got the ABLT, bacon egg & cheese bagel and the corned beef hash. Everyone enjoyed their meal with no complaints about anything. We were seated at the couches which was a little awkward when eating but we made it work. I love the set up of this place, it is so cute. On Sundays they do $3 mimosas & $15 bottle of champagne. Would definitely come back for the ABLT & a bottle of champagne. read more

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This is truly the coolest hidden gem in Wilmington. I am really big on atmosphere and vibes and they have the best atmosphere. The owners are some of the best people too. The most NYC restaurant in Wilmington! My favorite late night down town spot. read more

Initially, my husband and I were going to Yo Sake; however, there was a wait list for a table. We had plans after dinner and needed something with more immediate service. We walked up,the stairs to Dram + Morsel. We were seated immediately. I love this building, and I was impressed with the decor of Dram + Morsel. Back in Charlotte, we have this tapas restaurant in our old neighborhood called Soul. The interior of D + M reminded me of Soul, especially the windows, exposed brick, and small outdoor balcony. Like Yo Sake, D + M has some of their dishes at special pricing between 5-7. We ordered Fried Green Everything, which was a combination of jalapeños, pickles, and okra and Fried Cheese Curds. Both dishes were served with delectable sauces. The jalopenos, dill pickles, okra, and cheese had a crispy coating with no overt greasiness. I appreciate the number of vegetarian and vegan items on the menu. There is also talk of D + M hosting a vegan wine dinner.......I would certainly be down with that! Looking forward to trying more of their cuisine. read more

So I have been a fan... until tonight. Got a bottle of water and saw stuff floating in it. We were with a big group for a going away party and I argued it was lemon water with lemon pulp... until I saw the mold spores. Spoke to the owner about the ordeal and didn't even get a percentage off my bill. Disgusting. read more

Dram + Morsel - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Wilmington, North Carolina

We are from Oklahoma and drove in to attend our friend's Marine Corps retirement. I very impressed with the comfort of the establishment and the professionalism of the wait staff. They were very attentive to our large group and our needs were accommodated. The menu was more refined than my simple palate so I didn't order anything but what I saw plated looked very tasty . I was pleased my children were allowed to join in the celebration and they didn't feel uncomfortable being in a lounge. The only reason I didn't choose "4" stars is due to the other patrons. They were drunk and very disrespectful to the group of Marines & guests trying to honor their brother. I felt they could have been asked to move to a different part of the lounge when they started cursing and yelling at our party. There were only 4 of them and over 20 of us. Management did an outstanding job of keeping things civil and avoided a very nasty situation. I will definitely recommend this to my friends as a "must stop" place to visit on their travels. read more

This is my husband and I favorite pace to go for great drinks and food! Their happy hour runs from 4-7 and they do $3, $4, $5 & $6 plates which includes gouda cheese fries, chicken taquitos & flatbread. The vibe is very laid back with low sofas and tables a beautiful bar and a gorgeous table when you first walk in that could seat about 20 people. read more

I had my first experience at D + M last week as a girls night out and it was fabulous! As suggested, we tried numerous small plates between the two of us and I can't say that we were disappointed with any of them. The food was always hot and well presented. I found the wine/cocktail selection to be very accommodating. The servers are prompt and attentive even during peak hours. I'd have to say that for me, the atmosphere is D + M's greatest feature. It is cozy, inviting and intriguing to say the least. I will definitely be returning. read more

Y'all. Hear me on this. This place is overrated. I wish it wasn't so but it's the truth. The food is overpriced and over promised. The descriptions sound amazing but then you are presented with the reality. The drinks are pretty good. So I would come back for those and I love the location and the decor. The vibe is relaxed and comfortable. Our waiter was on point and it wasn't his fault that what he was bringing out was trash. read more

Stopped in for lunch, not a very big menu, and the things they do offer are a little eclectic. The food was good but it's not a place I can see myself visiting again and again. It's not the type of place to take kids or unadventurous older relatives. The atmosphere is really nice and the decor is well done. read more

I've been here a few times. Most recently went there for date night with my husband. The service was great. Food is amazing. The decor is beautiful. The staff is friendly. Great place. read more

Love love love this place! The cheesecake is orgasmic and the cocktails are delicious! The staff is super friendly and welcoming and it's a cozy unique spot to relax in! read more

Beautiful ambiance, nice servers. Ordered brunch eggs Benedict advertised as "poached egg with prosciutto on naan bread" got poached egg on a English muffin with basic sliced ham. Management apologies shifting the blame on the server saying we should have been alerted to the change. Would have been nice to have been comped or something. read more

Dram & Morsel is worth the flight of stairs to the top. You really won't go wrong on any floor in that building (depending on what you're looking for haha). Okay, so D&M. Tapas are great here; the food is great quality. My girlfriend and I split three orders and we're more than satisfied. There's an excellent wine menu, which I recommend to pair with the food. The service is typically excellent. It's great for a date or for friends. They have couches to sit on & eat, which is great for big parties. I'm sure reservations are needed in the summer times as well, so take that into account. Overall, very worth it for a fancy-ish night on the town. read more

One of the best restaurants in Wilmington great value, great service, great food all in an interesting and inviting atmosphere. Thanks for taking Wilmington to the next level. read more

Drinks, the bar, and the wait staff were great. The wings and sliders were the worst.