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Que rico! We always go here for the empanadas and the fresh baked pastries. Mama is very sweet to us and always enjoy seeing her smile. Very crowded on the weekends so get there early if you plan to dine in for breakfast with a large family or group! read more

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Cute, cozy and quaint cafe. Parked for Free on the street. Not many tables inside, but there were still open spots for us to sit down. For breakfast, tried the meat lover omelette, egg and cheese, croissant sandwich, and two empanadas (beef and choripan). I liked how all of the dishes were garnished with fresh spinach leaves and an orange wedge, making them look colorful and appealing. My partner enjoyed his omelette, which included chorizo and julienned ham slices. Omelette was presented differently than the typical omelette, with it cooked/shaped as a bowl and stuffed in the middle with fillings. They don't make croissants in the house, but they bake them so it's nice and crispy. It was very filling. Next time I'll add ham to it to give it a salty taste. Empanadas were delicious. Served with a chimichurri sauce. Beef empanada was a little bit on the sweeter side. Their espresso machine was broken so they only had black coffee. Black coffee was alright, nothing special, but, it was nice to drink hot coffee out of a mug, making me feel like I was at home. They have coffee cards, which you hole punch yourself. You get a free coffee after getting 10 hole punches. If you care, your clothes might have a little bit of a cooking smell after being in the café for a while. read more

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Jo Ann S.

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Folks has a lovely neighborhood feel. The food is delicious and there are many coffee selections. On nice days, we like to sit outside in the back. I love this place. read more

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Eddie M.

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Everything was Awesome!!! We also had coffee, cappuccino, mocha, coffee, breakfast bowl, and a lemon and blueberry cake !!!! Sorry, no picture of the lemon blueberry cake. Ate it too fast. read more

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Maggie S.

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Good coffee and interesting treats. Nice owners in an eclectic cafe. Definitely a place to return to.

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Kevin P.

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My wife and I stopped in for a date lunch and loved it! I had the Sanchocho soup along with empanadas, and both were fantastic - the soup was especially rich and flavorful. She ordered the beef fried egg platter and a ginger honey latte, and everything was spot on. The café itself has a very cozy, welcoming vibe that made it easy to just relax and enjoy our time together. We'll definitely be back! read more

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Quaint and Welcoming. Great coffee, the owner are a wonderful South American Couple. Down Home neighborly Cafe! Exquisite Pastry!! read more

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What a great little hidden gem. A must stop while in Wilmington. The empanadas are fantastic and the owners are extremely nice. Love it read more

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Lamika P.

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I completely underestimated this place. I judged it before going in. Huge mistake!! The owners were so welcoming with great hospitality. The inside looked like a cozy cafe. The food was absolutely delicious!! Everything was baked and made fresh. It was a lot of us and we each tried different things. We all enjoyed every bit of it. The bagels and croissants were so good. The bacon was cooked to perfection. The omelets were nice and fluffy. Everything was just delicious!! read more

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Anna I.

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The sweetest service experience you'll ever have. So personal, amazing food, absolute landmark.

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Love this place! The food and coffee are fantastic. The proprietors even better. Favorite coffee joint in Wilmington.

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Alexandra C.

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Cutest little cafe with amazing food and lattes! The friendliest owners and staff. 10/10 would recommend coming here

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Darrol M.

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Food was good the people and service are great.i had a comfortable feeling when i sat down to eat it feels like home..!

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Juliona J.

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Amazing hidden gem. This is exactly what Wilmington is built upon. The inside is so charming and smells amazing as soon as you step in. The patio outside is awesome as well. It was our first time here but the hostess treated us like we had been there before. Amazing food full of flavor. read more

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Carly M.

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What's better than fresh roasted coffee and empanadas?! This cafe is a gem. We were warmly welcomed with big smiles. The owners are so kind, you feel like you're at home. We ordered 4 different types of empanadas and got the Lite and Medium roast coffee. All for $18. The coffee was so delicious. You can taste the love in the cup! There is indoor seating with cute homemade artwork on the walls. We can't wait to go back read more

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Miguel R.

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I felt like I was home. The service is awesome and they take the time to get you what you need. We drove from Surf City, and it was 100% worth the trip. The Vietnamese coffee is the best I've had in the states. Period. And the empanadas are amazing. This is our new favorite and go to breakfast spot! read more

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Laura K.

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the best coffee and food in town!!!! great place and such sweet people who run it!! great outdoor area also! would highly recommend

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Madison H.

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Visited for the first time on a Tuesday morning. Not a busy time. I had a latte and veggie burrito. Both were outstanding. They roast their own coffee beans - sounds like selling their beans is a good part of their business. I saw several bags sold when I was there. Inside seating is a little small but there's a nice outside area. Very friendly staff, great vibe. A little tight for parking and it's only a block away from a high school. Neither was an issue for me but may be a consideration. I'll be back - in a couple days!! read more

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Bree W.

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Went for breakfast before an appointment downtown and was greeted by the warmest environment! Service was fantastic and I felt like I was family immediately and I could tell other guests felt the exact same way! We ordered one of each of the empanadas and they were all so worth it! I recommend trying them all to see what you like and they're also so reasonably priced there's no reason not to! Also can't say enough good about the coffee! I got the Folks Mocha and it was seriously so good! Haven't had that good of coffee in awhile! Will definitely go back! Loved every inch of this place! read more

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Judy D.

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Friendly neighborhood coffee shop with the BEST cappuccino! Cozy and cute, seems to be family run

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The food is amazing and the coffee is delicious!!! Highly recommend!! They roast their own coffee!

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Luviatar M.

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I luv this place. I felt like I was in my Yayas kitchen. The owners are so sweet and make you feel like you're family. The empanadas are delicious. We had the beef , sausage and chicken. They hav3 a nice assortment of pastries as well. We had the cinnamon roll and I had a chocolate chip cookie. They also roast their own coffee that was amazing. I got 2 bags of beans to take home. Don't miss out on the gem. read more

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Phil O.

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Delicious food, friendly service. Empanadas are wonderful, and a great selection is available. The bakery items are fresh and very worthwhile. A great way to start your morning. read more

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Gabriella D.

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Honestly, I am a little scared to make this review because I don't want too many people to know about it! This is a hidden gem in Wilmington! If you were looking for a true South American home-cooked meal this is the place! It's owned by a couple. The wife I believe is from Ecuador and the husband is from Argentina. They make traditional dishes and put all of their love and energy into them! Don't expect to go to this café to work on your laptop. There is no Wi-Fi! This place cultivates genuine human connections! You have to actually talk to someone when you're there! Or if you really are introverted, you can just read a book and sit by yourself! Overall: the food is great and the atmosphere is super cozy! 10/10 I would recommend. P.S. Their hours are not up to date and they have a handwritten menu daily! read more

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Cat V.

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Folks Cafe is a locally owned cafe in the northside downtown Wilmington area near Hi-Wire Brewery and the Cape Fear Museum. The owners are an adorable Latino husband and wife duo who provide a welcoming atmosphere. The interior is a collage of folksy paraphernalia all over the walls and random yet cozy furniture that invites people to stay and chat. They switch the coffee on tap everyday or weekly and very knowledgeable about the flavors and complexity of the beans. I love the homemade empanda options in the display and other sweet delights they offer. There's also some other savory selections to satisfy both your breakfast, lunch or snack needs. During the pandemic their hours have fluctuated but they also expanded the back of the cafe with outdoor seating which is very nice and somewhat shaded. Definitely nice, almost secluded cafe that feels like a community. I recommend giving them a try if you're in town for a visit, just moved in or looking for a place to add to your morning routine. Also, for linguist enthusiasts they host Spanish meetup and willing to converse with those learning the language. read more

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Rebecca H.

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The empanadas were delicious and the coffee was divine! The honey ginger latte was perfect! read more

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Adam B.

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When I think of coffee & breakfast, I think of this place. Small, warmly welcoming, full of bright colors and bursts of local & international flavor and accents, Folks is emblematic of the intersections of food and friendship that a port city should have. They roast their own coffee, and roast coffee for a number of restaurants in the city, and their Rx lattes are a feast in and of themselves. Today, we tried their Fig Latte, frothy with perfect folk and slightly sweet due to the figs and homemade fig preserve woven together with perfectly steamed milk. Quirky, delicious, friendly as all get out - Folks is an intimate glimpse into the beautiful possibilities of delicious diversity. read more

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Bob A.

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This is my new fav place for breakfast or lunch when in Wilmington. Excellent chicken empanadas and breakfast burritos. Family owned and operated and it shows in the pride they take in everything they do! read more

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Karen C.

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Family owned and operated cafe with delicious coffee roasted in-house, homemade baked goods, freshly prepared food, and lovely empanadas with Argentinian chimichuri. The people and service are our of this world good. read more

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Mike D.

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I seriously hesitated to make a recommendation on this great little cafe because (selfishly) I do not want it to become really popular. This is our favorite coffee spot. It's family owned and they roast the coffee in-house. They are always welcoming and super friendly and... the food is delicious also. read more

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Jamie D.

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Felt like we were invited into their home and served a home cooked meal with yummy coffee. Everything was SO good! read more

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Cassandra H.

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Folk's Cafe is a sweet little local cafe we stumbled across on a weekend trip to Wilmington. We could tell there's a good local gathering and it was overall a cute place to stop. It appears to just be the owners who run the cafe and they do take their time with service, but seem to enjoy what they do. We took their lead on pastries for breakfast and ordered some coffees to eat in the cafe. Overall things were good and they did a great job of dressing up our food. I also got a ginger-latte and it was very gingery with fresh ginger in the bottom. My biggest suggestion would be for the ginger to be in a tea bag because the ginger chunks really ruined the end of my latte. Overall, we were pleased we stopped by, but I probably wouldn't go out of my way to go back, hence the 3 stars. read more

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cindy r.

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Love love love this coffee! This is what coffee is supposed to taste like. You can tell the coffee beans are roasted with tender loving care. The pastries are excellent as well. Looking forward to our next trip. read more

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I never expected, when I pushed the door to a very unassuming building open, to find anything close to a good cup of coffee. But hope pushed open the door and I went in expecting at least something I could drink without wincing and thinking I had mistakenly picked up a cup of water from my paint brush to sip. Walking in, you might be forgiven for thinking you've entered a place which specializes in the resale of items plucked from a garage sale. It is a cacophony of furniture--artwork, and chairs, tables, benches and lamps. There is so much visual stuff going on, it is hard to find the menu, or the food at first. Really. But I spied something that made me stay. Actually two things. One a tray of chocolate chip cookies that looked "real". They were NOT smothered by saran wrap. They were real, looking like someone within a proximity of 20ft actually baked them. Ok I'll bite. One latte, one iced coffee. The latte beats anything McStarbucks can do. Beats the beloved local Port City Java chain of muddy brown water. Would Folks Cafe beat Portland or Seattle or even Durham? Possibly not, but if you really know you coffee and want to sustain your tastebuds to the highest level available, you won't go wrong here. They come fairly close to Stumptown perfection. After sitting for a spell as they say here in the South. It was evident that a great number of the patrons were from "somewhere else'. Australian and British English accents and the lilt of Spanish wafted through the air. Who knew this quiet little place was really the United Nations? I saw, as I was trying to negotiate what Folks had to offer, other baked goods and specialties. I will be back to enjoy what is clearly a community space mixed with a good heart, an eclectic sense of decor and good solid coffee. read more

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Steve A.

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Great food and vibe from this down to earth local joint that we stumbled upon while passing through Wilmington. Using egg soufflé for its breakfast burritos and sandwiches is genius. The burrito doesn't fall apart in your hands and stays piping hot until the last tasty bite. Incredibly friendly staff - you can tell this place is loved by the locals. read more

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Angie S.

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Folks Cafe offers fresh and delicious breakfast and lunch. I love the friendliness of the staff and selection of items you don't see every day. It's cozy inside and has a large outdoor dining area. Definitely a must-try! read more

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Carmen M.

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The food and service were fantastic! The place is super cute and I will definitely come back again.

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Alaina S.

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My favorite place to go on a Saturday morning!! Tammy and Juan are the sweetest people and such a delight to see. Not to mention their pastries and coffee are the best in town!! We love this little hidden gem. read more

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Delightful, cozy, and the Argentinian pastry was delicious: a shortbread cookie sandwich with dulce de leche in between and rolled in coconut. Also a fig ginger latte which was so special and tasty - perfect amount of sweetness and zing. They make the preserves in house and I saw another reviewer complaining it was too gingery because they encountered ginger pieces? Personally I really appreciate a fresh and made-from-scratch approach, plus it was delicious. I guess some people should stick with artificial syrups for snow cones and Starbucks in case they get too triggered by real ingredients. Love the vibe and location- definitely stop by! read more

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Alfredo L.

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What an adorable cafe and restaurant!! The food and drink are amazing and the staff so kind and friendly. I highly recommend this little treasure...you won't be disappointed!! read more

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1201 Princess St
Wilmington, NC 28401
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(910) 362-1448
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http://www.folkscafe.com

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Hours

What time does Folks Cafe open?

Folks Cafe opens at 7:45 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Folks Cafe opens at 8:30 AM on Saturday.

What time does Folks Cafe close?

Folks Cafe is closed on Monday and Sunday.Folks Cafe closes at 1:30 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Mon, Sun ClosedTue-Fri 7:45 AM - 1:30 PMSat 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Payment methods

Does Folks Cafe take credit cards?

Yes, Folks Cafe takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Folks Cafe serve alcohol?

Yes, Folks Cafe serves alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Folks Cafe allow dogs?

Yes, Folks Cafe allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Folks Cafe have bike parking?

Yes, Folks Cafe has bike parking.

Does Folks Cafe have outdoor seating?

Yes, Folks Cafe has outdoor seating options.

Does Folks Cafe have parking?

Yes, Folks Cafe has parking options. Street Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Does Folks Cafe have free WiFi?

Yes, Folks Cafe has free WiFi.

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Family Owned coffee roaster, offers fresh organic, fair trade single origin coffee. Breakfast, Lunch and daily specials South American specials dishes, like Empanadas (Tue.-Thr), choripan, mixto

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We had a larger party, so waited for some time but this was expected on a Saturday. Sat outside,…read moreshaded at high tops. Mixture of food from shrimp and grits to salads to blts. I had a Bloody Mary, well made. Some sodas and beers for all as well. I had the Cobb salad with a blue cheese vinaigrette- good, fresh veggies (great cucumbers). I do wish there was more roasted chicken/protein. Had a deviled egg on it, but flavor was a bit off on that so didn't eat it. Shrimp and grits x4 were good- grits a little thin, but flavor good. Only turn off was the tails being left on. On grits (and pasta) that is a pet peeve for me as you lose some of the shrimp and t makes it difficult to eat. BLT- good, fresh veggies and thick bread. French toast x2 - really good with a great variety of fresh fruit. Service was good.

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4.3(28 reviews)

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I was staying at a nearby hotel this past Sunday and realized that a lot of breakfast/brunch places…read morein the area did not open until after 10am. At this point it was about 9:15am and I saw Brunch Thyme was open. Not doing a lot of research I walked over and assumed it was a sit down restaurant but quickly learned that it's actually take out. I think the worker saw the disappointment on my face when I walked in and she offered me a small foldable table to place outside which encouraged me to stay. My partner ordered the fish n' grits and I ordered The Frenchie which both turned out to be great choices. The fish was seasoned well, I believe it was whiting and the grits were rich and creamy. It came with a delicious gravy that we didn't notice until the meal was almost finished but ended up spooning like a soup. My French toast and eggs were tasty as well. For drinks they had canned Coke products, apple juice and bottled water. Sitting outside was hot and the bugs were constant but I was thankful to have a place to eat because again, I walked here (about 20 min). I observed many people eating in their cars or simply taking their food to go. With this, I also saw a few groups come and go as they didn't realize it was a take out style restaurant. Minus the heat, we enjoyed our meal and the customer service we received. Prices were responsible and portion sizes were filling. Check it out if you're in the area.

It was rather shocking walking in the door and realizing that this is not a restaurant but just a…read moretakeout counter. This establishment has been around for some years & the ambience reflects its age. The staff greeted us and were very friendly. The service was excellent, our order was ready in under 10 minutes. If you ask for a table one can be set up outside with a chair or two. Hubby had shrimp and grits. I had BEC and a side of grits. They were delicious and the portions were sizable. We will be back!

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We were finally able to stop into RUMCOW on Grace Street in Wilmington this weekend!…read more We had a reservation. We were seated within a couple of minutes. Our server Ava knew the menu and read the table well. No overselling, no scripted recitations. She just took care of us. Thanks Ava. The Blackened Chicken Breast came with basmati rice, seasonal vegetables, black bean salsa, and a chipotle cream sauce that worked harder than it had any right to. The flavors didn't compete. They really settled into each other. The Rumcow Salad, loaded with mixed greens, carrot, tomato, onion, cucumber, and wonton strips, we ordered topped with shrimp. It was sharper and more interesting than we had expected. It's a newer spot in Wilmington, and it shows. In The Best Sense. We'll be back for sure!

We've been to Rumcow many times over the years and always enjoyed it. It's a cool spot with two…read morefloors, a lively atmosphere, and a strong A sanitation rating (96.5), which is always reassuring. The service was friendly and attentive, and we started the evening with a bottle of Cambria Katherine's Vineyard Chardonnay (2023), which was a nice way to begin dinner. Unfortunately, the food this time around just didn't live up to what we remember. We started with the Asian Tots, which used to be one of the best items on the menu. In the past, the peanut sauce was poured over the top so everything came together as one dish. Now it's served in a small cup on the side, and there isn't enough of it to properly coat the tots. They also stopped finishing the dish with the salt they used to sprinkle on top, and even the presentation has changed -- the silver dome they once used is gone. What used to be a great appetizer has been reduced to something that's simply okay. For the main courses, the results were mixed but mostly disappointing. My blackened chicken was a little overcooked. My wife ordered the miso salmon, and that was overcooked as well -- which is especially noticeable with fish. When salmon goes past the sweet spot it quickly becomes dry, and that seemed to be the case here. None of the food was terrible, but none of it really stood out either. Dessert didn't help much. I ordered the carrot cake, but what arrived looked more like a small cupcake buried under a heavy amount of icing, with a large mound of whipped cream on the side. There wasn't much actual cake there, and it wasn't what I expected from a carrot cake dessert. One thing that stood out during the meal is that it feels like the kitchen may be constantly adjusting dishes -- moving sauces, changing presentations, tweaking things that didn't necessarily need fixing. In restaurants, sometimes the best move is to pick a lane and execute it consistently rather than continually modifying dishes that customers already liked. So here's the bottom line. Rumcow is not the Rumcow of yesteryear. Was the food terrible? No. But it was mostly meh, and that may be the most disappointing part. This used to be a place known for memorable dishes and small details done right. Right now it feels like a restaurant that has drifted away from what made it special. The atmosphere and service are still good, but the food just doesn't match the reputation it once had.

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4.8(17 reviews)

Tucked deep in the Cotton Exchange complex, this little deli packs a flavorful punch with their…read moresammies. I'm a huge fan of Boars Head products. Also, there's a large selection of locally baked GF treats. Come find this gem and support local eats! It was clean and service was prompt and courteous.

This spot was an unexpected delight that I happened to find hidden within the Cotton Exchange, that…read moretruly surprised me with the quality of their food and their friendly service. I ordered the Blt and it was phenomenal, the lady at the counter was so nice in helping me decide what to get, she even delivered it to me as I chose to sit outside in the courtyard. If you have the chance I highly recommend you sit outside as the ambience of the surrounding businesses, constant flow of shoppers and bright sun on my face made the experience all the more better. I highly recommend this place for a quick lunch if you're in the area!

Italian sub

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Rooster & The Crow

4.5(317 reviews)

1.0 mi

Absolutely wonderful liked everything we are planning on coming by it was so good can't wait to…read morecome back to try the chicken and waffles. The chicken pot pie is huge. Can't wait to try that. Everything just looks so good. The burgers are absolutely huge. Cannot wait to try everything on the menu.

Decided to try Rooster & The Crow during Memorial Day weekend when it was overcrowded and parking…read morewas limited. They wouldn't accommodate a party of 5 or more without everyone being present, which delayed our seating. Once we got to the table, the service was excellent (attentiveness to drink refills and quick delivery of food). The ambiance was family friendly, and the fried chicken was superb. There was even an arcade to entertain us while we waiting for the rest of the party to park. I think R&TC knows what they do well: southern style food for an affordable price and a family friendly atmosphere. In Wilmington if you're looking for a downtown location near the waterfront, you'll be hard pressed to find better.

Rooster Cogburn

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Chicken and waffles

Savorez

4.7(660 reviews)

0.6 mi

Excellent food especially the fish specials. The cocktails are always inventive. Friendly staffread more

Cool place. Felt very local. Love the menu…read more We had grouper.shrimp and grits, and rose con Pollo, and pork dish. Flavores amazing Cook on pork and grouper slightly over. RCP won the night.

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Cocktails anyone?

Seabird

4.6(295 reviews)

0.8 mi

Ate here on April 3,2026- Although we didn't have a reservation, they made room for us. It was…read morepacked because of Easter Weekend. They were slammed, but you'd never know it. Service was exceptional, felt personal, like they really cared that, not only was our food good, but that we were satisfied with even the small details - my soy allergy was a big deal - and she split the meal into food I could eat and food I should avoid. Made it smooth, with no worries. Her Name was MACY and she is to be commended for her care and her gracious manner. Much more than that: the food was one of the best meals I've ever eaten. NYC eat your heart out! Atmosphere, Food, and really being treated like you matter, that is the heart of hospitality, the Seabird is marvelous, One tip: don't skip desert!

For my birthday, my amazing fiancé surprised me with dinner at Seabird!! One of my favorites!! We…read morehad the best time!! Julia was our server, and she was fantastic. She did a great job of explaining everything on the menu and helping us pick some incredible options. We had the presquile chard, the seared fish, the schnitzel, the broiled oysters with hollandaise, the chili pork ribs, the Caroline handshake, the tall and fluffy cheesecake, and the brownie, and every bite was amazing! We were so pleasantly surprised by the hollandaise oysters- the sauce added a perfect taste to this appetizer. The restaurant wasn't super loud, only one table of ladies really enjoying their meal and laughing a bunch. My fiancé had told them it was my birthday when he made the reservation so our cheesecake came our with a birthday candle on it! We loved our experience and can't wait to come back!