This place was a 10/10 experience. The food was absolutely amazing, and the prices were incredibly…read morereasonable - especially considering the experience they provide. It was phenomenal. The drinks were perfect. We came in without a reservation and there was a 30 min wait, but they have all these cute little cocktail tables where you can scan a QR code and they bring the drink to your cozy little table - no fighting though the bar or flagging down a bartender. It was awesome. The highlight of the experience though is the service! We were greeted by the most upbeat and eager to serve people I have ever met. Our waiter, Garrett, was so good! He made great menu suggestions, and even gave us some amazing sight seeing recommendations as we are from out of town. Our water and drinks were never empty and you never had to look for your server because he and the serving assistant were already there to help. I would HIGHLY Recommend this restaurant. And ask for Garrett - he really made the night memorable. Thank you so much

Thank you so much for making my best friend's birthday dinner such a wonderful and memorable…read moreexperience! Everything was exceptional--from the delicious food and beautiful atmosphere to the outstanding service. The birthday card signed by your staff was such an unexpected and thoughtful touch. It's those little details and the genuine care you show your guests that make an evening feel truly special. You helped make her birthday celebration one we'll remember, and I'm so grateful. This has always been one of my favorite restaurants, and experiences like this are exactly why. Thank you to your entire team for making our evening so special!

Wow! I am super impressed. This place ranks a top Wilmington dinning experience in my books. I'm…read morenot a huge meat eater but my dad is on the carnivore diet and wanted to go somewhere that serves quality meats. I got the 8oz filet with a side of bone marrow, and boy was that an excellent choice! it was cooked perfectly! Needless to say everyone enjoyed the entire meal. The service was impeccable. Very sweet and attentive! The atmosphere with the low light, candle lit tables and good tunes was a whole vibe. If you are looking for a nice dinner that makes the whole family happy, I would definitely check out this place!!

We've been here quite a few times, and the service has definitely fluctuated depending on the…read morevisit. When it's just been my husband and I, the experience has usually been really good. When we've come with friends or larger groups, the service has been much more mediocre. The first time we visited, one of the waitresses was surprisingly rude when I asked about vegetarian options. All she said was "salad," despite there being multiple salads (2 out of the 3) on the menu, including a Caesar with anchovy and a wedge salad with bacon. Thankfully, another staff member stepped in and was much more helpful and respectful. I'm not sure why vegetarian requests are sometimes treated like an inconvenience or unusual concept. I'm married to a huge meat eater and enjoy going to places he likes, but I do wish vegetarian guests were met with a little more patience and understanding. Especially when I am the one paying the bill. The atmosphere is loud and busy, but they are generally accommodating. For larger parties, they require a credit card to hold the reservation and give a limited grace period, with a fee of around $15 per person for no-shows. I understand why restaurants have policies like this, but it felt a little unfair considering we still had to wait around 15-20 minutes past our reservation time to be seated. If guests are expected to strictly follow time slots, I think the restaurant should also try to hold themselves to those same standards. It also took close to two hours for our food to come out, and we repeatedly had to ask for smaller things like water or hot sauce. I completely understand that larger parties can take longer, but we were a group of seven, which didn't seem unusually large. Overall, the food and atmosphere keep us coming back, but the consistency in service could definitely be improved.

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.

This restaurant had interesting vegan offerings; I'm sad it has closed. Nice ambiance. New one,…read morecalled Nils, opening in 2 weeks. Mediterranean options.

Went for appetizers, drinks and dessert. did not disappoint! Menu shown was in mid June…read more Our server was very knowledge and attentive. Hosts were very sweet! Nothing crazy or fun with decor. Highly recommend the espresso martini! It is made with Vietnamese coffee, new favorite espresso martini! The rose martini was delicious as well. Also highly recommend the Candy Bar for dessert, and split it with someone. It is delicious but super rich. All the food we ate was yummy! None of the mains were speaking to us, but maybe next time!!

This was our first time here and it didn't disappoint! Word to the wise- be ready to wait 1.5 hours…read morefor a table. We came yesterday and didn't want to wait but then came back today and got our group on the list and waited. Note that the parking close by is expensive and they won't seat you if your whole party isn't there within 5 minutes of texting that your table is ready. So yep- plan to wait and sit around. Inside it's pub style, bar available and good music, but not much seating which explains the wait ;) We ordered the 109 Chestnut Chicken Sandwich, the Hot Roasted Pork Sandwich and the Reuben. Our waitress recommended not getting the onion rings app and to do it as sides to save money, and man, we had SO MANY leftovers. The pork sandwich is super good but so filling. I could only eat half with all the onion rings! The Reuben was absolutely delicious and I would 1000% get that again. The best thing on the menu in our opinion: the Cheese Steak Egg Rolls with chipotle mayo- OMG. We will DREAM about these!!! I haven't seen these talked about much- TRY THEM, they were literally mouth watering and I would have eaten them as an entree and not an app! Overall we would come back again, just be prepared to wait forever for a table and you won't be disappointed!

What happened to the 109 Chestnut?! I have enjoyed it for…read moreyears. Eaten literally hundreds over the years. The last few months they have all tasted bland and dry. The chicken and the bread. I hope you guys are not trending down. It's no longer worth the wait and price... It's hard to say goodbye to such a great spot.

Had a very large party. 18 people. They sat at us and fed us in an hour and 20 minutes. I had to…read morelet her know we needed to catch the ferry and they made it happen. Food was exceptional across the board. Service was excellent. We had Meg! Crabcake sandwich with seasonal vegetables was money. Flatbread was devoured. Made chicken into steak tacos ---were exceptional.

Ok! Not bad Super great staff! That's a big plus…read more Got the crab cake sandwich, average but it was ok, good amount of crab fries were decent

Very nice and polite staff, and attentive. Atmosphere was like an Irish Pub but from the outside it…read moreseemed more upscale than I was thinking. Not on the water as I initially thought also. Calamari was a bit flimsy breading and somewhat chewy, great marinara. Shrimp po boy had good flavor but the lettuce seemed wilted and the tomatoes were not ripe. Good NC beer.

I came here my first night in Wilmington and I had a great time. I decided to order a white peach…read moresangria with my crab cake sandwich and both were absolutely delicious! The crab cake wasn't "fishy" and it tasted just right. I'm usually very cautious about ordering crab cakes but these did not disappoint. The sauce on it was amazing as well. The sangria was so good and a perfect size. I will definitely be back!

Good food, nice views, good service. Also, go towards evening time during the summer months…read morebeautiful setting.

I finally got to try this restaurant I've been wanting to visit for years and it made for such a…read morenice night out with a good friend. We planned to sit outside for the view but it got windy and chilly after sunset. It took a little while for someone to come by but they kindly moved us inside to a table with a view of the water. The inside space was simple but really nice, with a darker cozy feel. Our server was energetic and attentive. We enjoyed the complimentary biscuits and got the tuna appetizer which was okay. For my meal I got the Stuffed Flounder which was delicious and a huge portion. I even had leftovers for another meal. On our server's recommendation, we got the bread pudding for dessert which was amazing and big enough to share. We had a nice dinner here and I'd I would come again.

We decided on a date night out while in town, and have had Jerry's on my list for a little while…read more We made a reservation the night before for Saturday night. Reservations are recommended since the dining room is cozy and they might not be able to accommodate you without one. The place is so cute inside, very cozy with fresh roses on every table. We were seated toward the back against the wall, which is great. This table had comfortable high back chairs that seemed just for the tables for 2. Our server came by and introduced herself and said warm bread was coming. We had filled water glasses and took our order for additional drinks. We had a chance to look over the menu. The menu is small, but has a nice variety of favorites that you will find it easy to choose. I asked if there were any specials, but not on Saturday night. Friday night has a short rib special you could call ahead and reserve. That is a nice tip, since she mentioned they may run out. We decided to start with the tomato basil soup and a Caesar salad. Beautiful presentation on the soup and an amazing flavor. So delicious. The salad is very large and looked great. They brought out a second basket of bread with delicious herb butter. I really had to stop eating the bread! For entrees, we went with the goat cheese crusted grouper, with had beautiful puréed potatoes and squash and zucchini. I wasn't sure if I would like goat cheese with grouper, but it was a fantastic pairing. The scallops were large and crispy on the outside on top of a spinach risotto. So rich and tasty. The grouper paired well with a Pinot Grigio. The server went over the dessert choices and there were several to choose from. We decided on a chocolate toffee mousse cake. So incredibly rich and delicious. If you love chocolate, get this cake. My hubs and I shared one slice and it was enough after a filling dinner. Jerry's is located in a strip mall near the Wrightsville Beach area. It is very unassuming from the outside but, this place does service, atmosphere and food in high standard. They have been here a long time and it's clear the locals love it. This was my first visit, and will definitely return for the next date night or special occasion. 5 stars

I had a lovely meal here for my birthday, I was visiting from out of town, enjoying the beach! Met…read morethe loveliest locals at the bar, the staff couldn't have been friendlier, and the food was wonderful

Foods good and so is ambiance, however I don't like that I can't add extra meat for an up charge…read morewithout buying an entire other meal. Some of us want a bigger serving of protein and other restaurants do this all the time for me.

Unfortunately, the quality of the customer service at this Texas Roadhouse is not consistent. Some…read morevisits we have great servers that juggle 6 tables at a time and still provide a good experience, while others do not. Eating at Texas Roadhouse truly is an experience. When you walk in and wait in their line you are essentially herded like cattle until it gets to be your turn to be sat. The rolls at Texas Roadhouse are heavenly and pair well with the honey butter. Their cactus blossom (like Outback's bloomin' onion) is battered well and actually comes with a quality onion (Outback sometimes fails to meet those standards). The salads are fresh and have great ranch. The steaks have good flavor (seasoned well) and go well with their fries. Our server was slow even though we were her only table in her section. It took about 5 minutes for some iced water to get to us. The setting of every Texas Roadhouse is pretty much the same, along with the same layout. Don't expect too much of a difference!