Yummy food and great atmosphere. Great drink selection. One of our favorite spots in Wilmington!

Did a wine dinner with the Wilmington Food and Wine Festival at this restaurant. It is smaller sized restaurant , eclectic seating arrangements, neat exposed brick walls and a piano on the side. The menu had 5 courses, two options for the main course and dessert, none of the portions were huge. The Crab cake with cajun remoulade over fried green tomato, arugula salad. The crab cake was good , but very tiny- one large bite or several small bites. It had good flavor, crispy, the sauce was good , it was flavorful, the fried green tomato added an interesting touch. The second course was Char spiced Ahi tuna ceviche served in an avocado boat. The tuna was tender and very flavorful. On top of the tuna were carrot shavings, endive pieces and black sesame seeds, on the side were fried wonton noodles with arugula and baby lettuces. the third course was Seared heirloom caprese salad served over toasted naan. The naan had a nice toast on it, tiny heirloom tomatoes were flavorful, both yellow and red variety. The mozzarella was soft and creamy, covered by two large pieces of fresh basil. All drizzled with a balsamic glaze. The Blackened shrimp tacos, goat cheese grit cake, and chimichurri pork belly lardons. They were amazing large tender shrimp pleasantly spiced and perfectly cooked. I was a little skeptical of the goat cheese grit cake, but it was tasty , not overly goat cheese flavor. The pork lardons added a nice crunch, they were not greasy or heavy. The other option for dinner was Seared pork belly, fig goat cheese, peach rum chutney, arugula over onion naan, so we did not try this option. There were two desserts: Bread pudding bites served over ice cream or Golden vanilla rum cake with raspberry sorbet. Both were great. The bread pudding was not the typical bread pudding, it was a nice change. The rum cake was a great presentation, a cute bundt cake- not a slice of cake, served with tasty raspberry sorbet, a large strawberry and blackberries and raspberries. The cake was moist, flavorful and perfectly baked. The menu was from the wine dinner, I'm not sure if these plates are on the menu. Great place for dinner, no overstuffed plates here. Downfall is that it is noisy but a cute place. read more

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Awesome Nice and creative menu Focus is on fish - tuna Not a fried food place Staying across the street and won't stray from here for dinner all three nights read more

This. Place. Is phenomenal!!! Abby took great care of us and this easily became one of my favorite brunch bars in Wilmington. The cheese grits are to die for and the "But First Coffee" was easily the BEST coffee cocktail I've ever had (I'm a serious coffee addict). The overall vibe caters to social media connoisseurs via the cute hanging chairs and other various Instagram-worthy opportunities. The farmhouse decor and excellent customer service easily allows anyone to feel welcomed in the most "southern hospitality" way. In short, check this place out. You WON'T be disappointed. read more

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Rumcow did not disappoint! I came in very close to closing but the staff welcomed me and served me just as they would if they had just opened. When you walk through the door, prepare to take in the arts! Rum Cow has a very clean look with perfect art pieces that compliments the aesthetic. The cocktails are definitely 5 out of 5 and the food was simply amazing! read more

Probably the best meal I've had this year and quite possibly the best burger I've ever had in my life. Between the flavors, textures, and creativity in the meal and excellent service, you won't be disappointed. My definite go to restaurant when in Wilmington Update on our second time at RumCow: We've had meals from West Coast U.S. to Paris and hands down one of the best restaurants we've been to EVER! Amazing food where literally you want to try everything on the menu. Appetizer was cordon blue fries. Between a chip and French fry with fried spinach, bacon and cheese. So absolutely yum. The pulled pork sliders were freaking perfections and we had the awesome shrimp tacos again. Can't even make it to dessert but it's on the list for next time. Which Is tomorrow for brunch. You have to eat here when in Wilmington! Or make a trip. read more

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I had the tuna Tataki and it was excellent. Nice atmosphere and friendly staff. Convenient In the downtown area. read more

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Yummmmy!!!! Great menu with interesting combinations. Anything pork belly there is amazing. Their avocado fries are outstanding! The chicken and waffles sliders.... Wow... pro tip: mix the hot sauce with the maple syrup for next level yumminess. Waitress staff is always great and super friendly!! read more

Great food and great service! I loved the atmosphere!! I highly recommend eating here on a date night or with friends.

Chicken and waffles sliders that's it. Everything else was not worth trying. Vibe cool. Server nice.

The ambiance is nice with decent lighting. Our waitperson was excellent. Everyone in our party was pleased with their meal. I got the flank steak that was cooked to perfection and deliciously tender and flavorful. read more

In a city full of amazing restaurants, this was hands down my favorite during our trip. We ordered several shareable plates: Brussels sprouts, shrimp and grits tacos, tuna tataki, tuna poke tacos (x2). Everything was delicious. Wish I had time to come back and try more dishes. We had reservations at 6 on a Monday holiday. Plenty of empty seating though. Neighbors make you a little wary coming in, but inside is an oasis. Beautiful decor Our server, Sam,, was so friendly. Loved her. Best food. Best service. Fantastic. read more

So good ! Back for a second time this week highly recommended. The curries and pad Thai were excellent

This place is soooo good! We call it Yumcow! We love to order different items and share. The Chicken and Waffles are the bomb! The Rumcow Burger is always a favourite (there's always a burger guy in the group)! Someone gave the Pork Belly Tacos a try and did not want to share! Charred Brussels Sprouts get us started, you can't go wrong with those! The Asian Tots are a must try!! So good!! This place is always on our list of faves! The service is always friendly, professional, knowledgeable and attentive! Small, quaint and DELICIOUS! A must try if you're in town!! read more

Every bite was incredible. Couldn't decide what I wanted my last bite to be. Tuna poke tacos went fast, the shrimp and grits taco was a flavor explosion and the Nashville Chicken and Waffles did not disappoint....and the cordon blue fries I counted as a vegetable. We will be back! read more

Really enjoyed the foods and the ambiance. Everything was cooked and made to perfection.

What a wonderful date night! Drinks, food, and service were so on point during this crazy time for restaurants. We made a reservation which I highly recommend. Drinks: They have curated cocktails here for $7! A lofty rum cocktail list, hence the name, had a lot to offer. I had the nightly special which was a tequila drink with fresh herbs and cucumber that hit the spot. My husband had the basil rum cocktail that he sipped throughout all of dinner; he loved it. Food: We love this place because we're able to split so many things and get bites of it all. We started with the charred brussels that are sprinkled with pork belly and welcomed red onion. We love that they present them on a plate rather than a bowl so they don't get soggy throughout the meal. The tuna tacos had so many different elements that popped in your mouth between the sweet "salsa," creamy sauce and crunchy wonton. And then the mini pork belly pita wraps; whoa! Spectacular flavors all around! Service: Our server had multiple other tables both upstairs and downstairs yet still was so attentive to us without being overbearing. She offered welcomed suggestions and had such a great attitude during a busy shift. We were in and out with two rounds of food and drinks in under an hour and a half! One of the best experiences we have had during this "post pandemic" time for sure! read more

This is a great find. I'm staying at the Hotel Ballast. This restaurant is just a short walk. I had two appetizers. The Vietnamese chicken salad wraps were fantastic - really nicely spiced. I could have easily had this as my meal. But, I also ordered the the avocado fries. Who knew these were a thing? They were excellent. I love all things fried. And, I adore avocados. I had never thought of putting the two together. The fries come with two dipping sauces. I adored the sriracha hot honey. But the pickled green tomato remoulade was pretty good as well. The only thing I have negative to say is that the house white is $10 a glass. I think it could have been a wee bit less - seeing how the pour was pretty small and the wine just so so. Still I will return! read more

My wife and I stopped in for dinner while staying at the Courtyard across the street. I'm normally a beer guy but we started with cocktails and they were amazing! Mine had fresh basil & lime while my wife's had fresh ginger. We loved them. We ordered four small plates to split. The lettuce wraps and avacado fries were great. The chicken & waffles were good. The waffle was a bit mushy. The curry shrimp was my least favorite. The service was excellent and the atmosphere was comfortable. We had a great time and will definitely go back. read more

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This is such a great spot! We sat at the bar where our waitress was super helpful with getting us acquainted with the menu and specials. For two people, we went with three of the shareables which is plenty of food and a good way to try more things on the menu. We started with shrimp and polenta curry special which was incredibly rich and flavorful - I loved it! Followed by the shrimp and grit cake tacos and the cordon blue fries (never thought fried spinach would taste so good!). Overall, great experience - the decor has a glamorous farmhouse feel. Excited to go back and try the swing seats by the window! read more

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Felt like I was walking into a cool, new, big city restaurant! Great theme and decor. They had a cool grass/neon light wall that I took a lot of unsuccessful pictures of. Started it off with a special they had that night...coconut curry shrimp and polenta appetizer that had an amazing flavor palette. They're going to put it on the menu- get it. We also got the shrimp and grits taco - another must get dish. Followed by some fries that had fried spinach and prosciutto. Overall, they nailed it with the tag - "southern with a global flair." Can't believe me it took 3 months to check it out!! Also, great space upstairs for large groups 20+ if you need a work dinner or a dinner rehearsal. read more

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Must go to place in Wilmington!! The service is amazing, the food is unreal, the drinks are dreamy, and the environment/vibes are unmatched! We had the rum cow burger, crispy pork belly tacos, and shrimp and grits tacos. First off, do not leave with out trying the shrimp and grits tacos!! They are probably the best tacos I've ever had in my life!! The other two dishes were equally as delicious. For a drink, I got The Venetian. It was fresh, light, and yummy. Perfect for a summer day! Then we got the bread pudding bites. These were stupidly delicious!! Will definitely be back for sure! Run, don't walk to get these shrimp and grits tacos and bread pudding bites!! read more

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Rum cow makes me excited each time I go (even though I've only been twice, but it's absolutely amazing). First of all, the ambiance is great. It's very chill and relaxing and spaced out so you feel comfortable. Our waitress was super kind and definitely made the experience more enjoyable. I went here with a few friends and we started with the Tuna Tataki Tacos (10/10 recommend, DELICIOUS), and the spicy cauliflower which was also tasty. For entrees, I got the grilled chicken strawberry salad with goat cheese. Whenever I see a salad with goat cheese it calls my name, and this certainly did my craving justice. My friend got the classic Rum Cow burger (I had a bite, great flavor) and my other friend got the Seared Tuna salad (also yummy). I have no bad things to say about this place! It's a great price for some top quality food. I'll be back soon. read more

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What a great little find ! We started with the Queso dip, Cordon Bleu fries and Asian tots. I don't know which one was better they were all so good. For dinner my youngest had the shrimp And grit tacos and could only eat one. We also had both burgers with fries. The burger was ok, the fries were great ! read more

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The decor was very trendy and chic. The food was good, but overpriced and left me wanting more flavor and depth. The fruit and nut salad was the one dish we ordered (pina colada, lettuce wraps, and chicken and waffles) that we truly loved. read more

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Love at first site for this place! The atmosphere is super chill but intimate. We had the upstairs all to ourselves! Our waitress was stellar, offering up drink and food recommendation. Started with the Rum swizzle and Fig Town to drink - highly recommend for that summer cocktail vibe. Grabbed the Gator Bites - chewy and delicious! Wrapped up with the chicken and waffles - gives that sweet and heat taste and very filling. Enjoy!! read more

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Food was great! Service was great as well! It's super small inside but I does have a very cozy ambiance.

My wife and I popped in here for drinks and some small plates for dinner. We sat at the bar which is something we really have missed since the start of the pandemic. Our bartender was the sweetest. She was attentive and slinging drinks out to people while maintaining conversation. My wife had an old fashioned that was so good she sucked it down before I knew it. We ordered the chicken fried cauliflower, Brussels and the pork belly pockets. If I could eat that meal over again right now I would. Everything was SO DAMN GOOD. The chicken fried cauliflower was incredible.... I don't know how they did it. The seasoning. The breading. The crispy golden fried goodness. Then, they give you a sriracha honey dipping sauce and well I could have ate them all by myself. The Brussels were cooked perfectly. Sometimes those can come out roasted to oblivion at other places but they were perfectly cooked and slathered in some miso crack sauce. The pork belly pockets were a great size for sharing or could def suffice as a meal for one. I don't like peaches but uh that peach chutney was nuts and I was wiping the plate to get it all. 10/10 will be back. read more

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Wow! Rumcow Rocks! I was staying in the Wilmington area taking in the local scenery with my sister and daughter last week. We were looking for a restaurant near our hotel that would satisfy a vegan, a Fish lover and a burger fan. Fortunately, we found in Rumcow. My sister ordered the Sesame-Seared Tuna and said it was the best she ever had. My daughter ordered a vegan entrée and completely enjoyed it. I got the Rumcow Burger, it was very original and tasty . The restaurant atmosphere was perfect. The service from our friendly and helpful server AJ was also perfect. Highly recommend Rumcow next time you are in the area. Bonus points for AJ : As we left left the restaurant I was about a block away and suddenly, I heard somebody shouting behind me. It was my server AJ. He had my prescription glasses in the case that I had accidentally left on the table. He did a great job of chasing me down and returning them to me to save the day! read more

The food, service, and ambiance is wonderful at RumCow. The farmhouse decor is cute including the furry cow pictures. This is a great place that will not disappoint. read more

We really, really liked this place. The rum cocktails are pretty darn good. The dark and stormy was sweet but spicy, yum! I ordered a basil drink and asked the bar to hold the sugar. You need the sugar. It's way too sour otherwise. The burgers are large and juicy and the fries are well seasoned and crispy (served with aioli). I ordered the blackened shrimp avo toast. Even though the burger was SO GOOD I was happy with my choice. It was very lite but packed full of flavor (my mouth is watering as I type). The layout is identical to Manna which is interesting. But, the atmosphere is much more upbeat. Grace Street is going to be the next Brooklyn Arts District I think. After dinner you can walk two steps to Whiskey Tango Foxtrot. Always a fun cocktail experience. If you are so inclined you can just walk around the corner to Dead Crow Comedy room. There, I've just planned your next Saturday night! read more

Fresh food. Amazing hospitality and attentiveness to customers. Great vibe. Wide selection of shared plates that are delicious but also can satisfy for a dinner for one. Definitely try it out! read more

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I will not stop until I have eaten everything on the menu The sharable meals are spectacular We wanted to try them all, but we settled for 5 All 5 were fantastic read more

LOVED the RUM COW!! The food was great, but our server was the icing on the cake and I can't remember her name. A sweet petite brunette who reminded me of one of my favorite students. We had the queso cheese dip, delicious! Shrimp and grits tacos and shared the pulled pork sliders. We sat outside, in the misty rain, still perfect. Our server made it even better. I am so annoyed I forgot her name. Regardless, it was a phenomenal experience. I would return anytime I could. read more

Great food, friendly service, bangin drinks, groovy music, modern decor. What more could you ask for?! Favorite new Wilmington spot. read more

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Great place, small plates but really good. Highly recommend the pork bully appetizer and the corn bread chicken sliders. Drinks aren't badly priced and the restaurant was very close to our hotel. read more

The appetizers and cocktail menu is loaded with delicious treats and drinks. Conversely, the entrees menu was monotone and limited. However, the food was prepared well and tasty. The staff were friendly and personable. The ambiance is definitely instagramable if that's your thing! read more

a scrumdiddliocious place! would definitely say the risky parallel parking you will be doing is worth it (bad drivers im looking at you). my father requested the chicken and waffles and left no crumbs! the Asian tots are my personal favorite due to the napoleon dynamite reference!!! the water is crisp, the napkins are microfiber and the bathroom lighting is perfect to send a selfie to that special someone! glorious atmosphere. holy cow! read more

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We had been wanting to try out RumCow but were never on that side of downtown. We decided one Saturday that it was finally time. We did not make a reservation, however, we got there right when they opened and were sat. I would recommend making a reservation though it you plan to go. Our eyes were bigger than our stomachs and we got ALOT of food. We went with the chicken fried cauliflower and Nashville Fried Cauliflower and Waffles for our to share/appetizers. Both were good, and both had the same dipping sauce. I really loved the cauliflower and would 100% get it again. For our entree's I had the Rumcow Burger that was delicious but huge and my husband got the Tuna Poke Tacos that he devoured. We also both had cocktails that were amazing. Overall, I do not have anything bad to say about the food and on top of that all being amazing, the decor is super cute. It is a little smaller so once again I do recommend a reservation or getting their early. read more

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Wow! Ridiculously good! We had our son's wedding rehearsal dinner here. 50 people and the food was prepared to the nines. Perfect. The service was outstanding. I simply cannot recommend it highly enough. If you're looking for a special place, or just want some amazing food, eat at RumCow!!!!!!! read more