Waffle House

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

The Draft list!

Auntie O's Homemade Bread Pudding

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Bar Area

Texas Roadhouse

3.6(347 reviews)

2.4 mi

Everything tastes so good. The steak was amazing. Our waitress was very nice and attentive.read more

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!

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Wrightsville Beach Brewery

4.4(390 reviews)

3.6 mi

Everything was excellent. When we pulled into the lot it looked really crowded and we were worried…read moreabout getting a table, but most people seemed to be outside, maybe even for an event. We got a table right away on a Saturday night. Our server said I could try as many tastes of beers that I would like. I tried the Kolsh Krush & Lavender Lemonade Cider. Both were great, and I ended up going with the cider since it was so unique. We got pizzas for dinner. My husband had the po' boy with oysters and said it was one of the best pizzas he has ever had. He finished the entire thing by himself. I had the Ricotta be kiddin' me pizza which was good, and of course very, very cheesy. I still had about 3 slices leftover. They also have a kids menu, which is always helpful for us. My son had chicken tenders and curly fries.

We stopped into Wrightsville Beach Brewery a few weeks ago. You'll find them at 6201 Oleander…read moreDrive, Wilmington, NC. We had a great couple of appetizers, and awesome beer! There's plenty on tap, and when you factor in their Brunswick BRewing selections too, the menu runs deep! Ryan, our server, made the visit. Friendly and genuinely helpful, the kind of service you remember. We'll be back. No question about it!

Seating

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A number of solid options -- cheers!

Covey

4.2(80 reviews)

6.3 mi

I have been here 4 times now and I want to keep coming back! The food is amazing and I have never…read moreonce gotten any food item that I did not enjoy. Everything seems to be as locally sourced as possible. This is a higher end restaurant so not really a place to bring your kids or make menu changes (which is frowned upon in high end dining anyways). The service is top tier! These servers really know what they are doing and I've even watched them handle unhappy customers with outstanding service as well (remember they're people too and if someone talked to me the way I have seen them get treated I'd be in jail). The building and ambiance is magical, very high end and I just feel special and high class when I eat there!

We love this restaurant! Everything we have eaten here has been 10/10. We love the quality of the…read moreingredients. The service is excellent as well.

The bar

Eggplant Katsu

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Best Bloody Mary I have had in Wilmington, hands down!

Blue Surf Cafe

4.4(620 reviews)

2.8 mi

My husband and I visited Blue Surf Café for the first time, and we were so impressed! The food was…read moreabsolutely delicious, and there were so many great options to choose from. The service was excellent--everyone was welcoming, attentive, and genuinely friendly. It made for such an enjoyable brunch experience. We'll definitely be coming back and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great brunch spot!

OMG! Awesome place! Great food. Great service - Jasmine was stupendous. Great vibe! Draft beer…read morespecials. Wish they would open a place up in my hood - Surf City!!

Inside

Blueberry Buttermilk Waffles

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Might As Well Bar & Grill

2.9(230 reviews)

2.8 mi

Jackie is an outstanding server and was one of the highlights of our visit. From the moment we…read morearrived, she was welcoming, friendly, and attentive without ever being overbearing. She did a great job making sure our table had everything we needed, answered our questions, and checked in with us throughout the meal to ensure we were having a great experience. Her positive attitude, professionalism, and attention to detail really stood out and made the entire visit feel more enjoyable. It's clear that Jackie cares about her customers and takes pride in the service she provides, which is something that can make a huge difference when dining out. The food was good, and we were very pleased with the overall experience. The menu had a great selection, the portions were satisfying, and the quality of the food made it a great value for the price. They also have affordable drinks, which makes this a great place to come with friends, relax, and enjoy a good meal without spending a fortune. Between the delicious food, reasonable prices, and the excellent service we received from Jackie, this restaurant exceeded our expectations. We had a great time during our visit and will definitely be coming back again in the future.

Very young college crowd kind of joint- cheap drinks, sticky bar, poor service- perfect if you're…read morelooking for a college bar, but based on my sole experience, not a spot I would recommend for grown folks.

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Personal size pizza

Flying Machine Oyster Bar

4.4(104 reviews)

4.0 mi

Sophisticated coastal cuisine in a modern, romantic but industrial ambiance. We had a wonderful…read moretime settled at the bar with Kyle taking exceptional care of us. He had a great recommendation of the Malbec (Zuccardi) wine, which we were given a huge glass of. Would go back just for that wine. Best bite of the night was truly the Rockefeller Oysters, which come with a fresh biscuit but Kyle made sure I had the saltines I really love with them. Those were *eyes roll back in your head* REALLY good, especially for the quality of the cheese. Second best was the Blue crab pasta, which used local crab, but I think average flavor overall. Great portion and loved the capers but, didn't get the depth I expected from shallot and white wine sauce. I wouldn't get the salmon gyros again, even as creative that combo sounds the salmon was overwhelmingly not fresh and there wasn't enough tzatziki to cover it up. We loved the toasted naan and fries. Kyle told us the staff loves to get the salmon gyro but with fried chicken instead, I may try that next time. Overall a fabulously efficient and positive vibe from every staff member I interacted with, could certainly come back and eat another dozen oysters.

This was surprisingly good. We got the oysters - they were excellent. We then got the deviled eggs…read more- dare I say mind blowing. Then I got the tuna nachos and they were pretty's damn good. The marg was good too - not too sweet. Great place!

Brownie

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Buen Dia

4.8(32 reviews)

3.2 mi

Buen Dia is a traditional Mexican breakfast restaurant that brings authentic Mexican food and…read moreculture to the east coast of North Carolina out of its two locations, Wilmington and Castle Hayne. The restaurant is especially known locally for its authentic Mexican breakfast dishes, birria, and chilaquiles. I gave it a try with some coworkers for the first time in the Wilmington location, a it was fantastic. The food was fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. I tried the Dovorciados eggs (two sunny side up eggs on top of a crispy corn tortilla with red and green salsa, separated by refried beans, and queso fresco.) with the Cafe de Olla. Everything was delicious. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and the atmosphere felt cozy and authentic. Easily one of the best breakfast and lunch spots in Wilmington. I'll definitely be back!

Wilmington' s best authentic Mexican breakfast can always be found at Buen Dia & is an absolute…read moremust visit. Today was not my first time eating here, and if I'm be truthful , every time I'm in town, I make it a point to stop by. They serve the kind of traditional Mexican breakfast I grew up loving, along with so many other delicious options. The staff is always warm and welcoming, serving every guest with the biggest smiles. You'll also often see the owner walking around as well, checking on tables and making sure everything is going smoothly, which adds such a personal touch. The restaurant itself is clean, beautifully decorated with cultural charm, and filled with the incredible aroma of fresh spices cooking in the kitchen. I always begin with their Café de Olla--a slow-simmered coffee made with raw brown sugar, cinnamon sticks, cloves, orange peel, and coffee. It's served hot, full of flavor, and not overly sweet. Honestly, it's the only coffee I'll happily drink without creamer or added sugar. This visit, I ordered the Tamal Montado: two tamales over a bed of creamy black bean sauce, covered with red salsa, then topped with a sunny side egg, avocado, Mexican sour cream, queso fresco, and cilantro. Every bite was rich, comforting, and packed with flavor. I finished the meal with a pan dulce, which paired perfectly with the whole experience. I skipped tortillas this time, but they also have a tortilla station where they're made fresh by hand and cooked to order--always a sign you're in the right place!! They're open daily from 7 AM to 3 PM, and if you find yourself in Wilmington, this spot should absolutely be on your list

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Dave & Buster's Wilmington

3.1(12 reviews)

1.5 mi

I came in to put in a to go order for a quesadilla (my favorite!) and a few Red Bull refreshers…read more The bartender, Mykenzie was so sweet! She was very helpful and brightened my day! Thank you Mykenzie!

To watch Rachel, the bartender extraordinaire, serve up drinks and information with a smile and…read moreknowledge makes me come back here as much as possible. The food never disappoints because Cedric is just too good and Ms. Jasmine will make you feel like you are the only person in the bar. Jacob, in the gaming area, is always serving up smiles and good vibes! The kitchen staff and bar backs truly earn their keep. I hope the current employees never leave here!

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Blueberry’s Grill

4.2(739 reviews)

2.8 mi

Locally owned & operated

Veteran-owned & operated

Great menu options, and excellent staff! Plenty of parking! Love the dine in or al frescoread more

Everything went well. Food, drinks, and staff. It's usually a long wait, but when you finally sit…read moredown it's well worth it. We drive from Garner to Wilmy, and this is the 1st place we go to

Things to do in Wilmington

Come hungry. Leave happy. That's the Blueberry's promise.

Sip, savor, repeat. Mimosas and top dishes served all day long.

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From pancakes to shrimp & grits, we serve nothing but the best.

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Stephanie M.

17 years ago

Ok, I admit it. I did stop here for breakfast one early morning. My expectation were not high of course, but this was not very good. It is a 'when you have to eat and no other place is open' kind of place. Food quality is not good, almost tasteless. Service is very truck stoppish. If you have time, go to I-Hop which is down the street on Market is my recommendation. read more

Ayla A.

8 years ago

We could not get service. The waitress would not seat us or clean a table for us to sit down. It was so bad the waitress would clear a table and seat other people knowing we had been waiting... in the 30 to 35 mins we waited one table received their food! I would not go back to this place for free food! read more

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3 years ago

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Reasonable! Fast friendly service. They make desserts in house! Clean. Appears owner is onsite…read moretoo.

Don't judge a restaurant by the outside. This place surged up breakfast just the way I like it…read more Over light was that- little runny. Beacon crispy, not floppy fatty undercooked. Pancakes were not the add water mix, they were cooked just right. Biscuits were way better than expected but home fries were grilled to crispy outside, but a little salty for my taste Man I would be in trouble with all these delicious carbs. Fortunately I have the beach to burn the calories off

Eggs Up Grill

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Excellent service. Good classic diner food. Food came out quickly and was tasty. Will be returning!read more

I've been here several times, and it's become one of my favorite local breakfast spots. If you…read morearrive before about 10:00-10:30 a.m., it's usually not overly crowded, making it a great place to relax or catch up with friends. Don't expect anything fancy--just a solid, well-cooked breakfast at reasonable prices. On this visit I had a waffle, four sausage patties, and coffee, and everything was fresh and very enjoyable. The service was friendly and attentive without being overbearing. In the past, they occasionally had trouble cooking eggs to order. If you asked for medium, they sometimes came out hard. The last time my Navy buddy and I visited, that seemed to have been corrected. I didn't order eggs today, so I can't say whether that improvement has continued, but it's worth mentioning because they did appear to address the issue. Overall, it's a comfortable, relaxing place with good food, fair prices, and dependable service. If you're looking for a no-frills breakfast done well, it's an easy recommendation.

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3.9

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Quality, tasty food. Amazine attentive friendly service Very fair prices. Highly recommended for…read morebreakfast or lunch.

Friendly service, great food(grits are fantastic) and a comforting atmosphere. You're never rushed…read moreeven when extremely busy.

Brunches at Randall

4.0

(128 reviews)

I love Brunches- seriously, always a solid choice and not just because of the mimosas! My bestie…read morewanted to get breakfast here for her birthday, which was a great choice! I decided to try the green goddess breakfast wrap- what a great choice! It was refreshing and delicious, not too heavy but filling. Then of course a peach mimosa to celebrate the birthday girl! The server did such a wonderful job handling a number of tables and also being patient and friendly with us (3 adults, 2 toddlers). We had a great time!

We visited for brunch and tried the drink flight, which was half off on Friday. At the discounted…read moreprice, it was worth trying, but I probably wouldn't pay full price for it. My favorite was the peach drink--it was definitely the highlight of the experience. Unfortunately, the service was very slow. We waited over 40 minutes for our food, which really took away from the overall experience. While the drinks were enjoyable, the long wait made it difficult to justify another visit. Overall, it was okay, but I probably wouldn't return.

First Watch

3.9

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A healthy option to the normal breakfast foods. There was a 20 minute wait but that's to be…read moreexpected on a Saturday. The service was excellent and we had an overall good time.

The club was more like a lettuce sandwich. The Italian Wedding soup tasted good, but had zero…read moremeatballs. We waited 45 minutes to be sat after we were told 20-25 minutes. The server was very nice. The hostess was very nice.

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

3.1

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Did not stop in for food. I love the gift shop so I picked up the cutest tea towel on sale. Store…read morewas packed full with new stuff and lots of summer sale items. Bathrooms were clean. Staff was helpful and friendly.

Tried to order around 10 meals to go from website. I also wanted to take advantage of the 5.00 take…read moreout meals. Two hours later still being on the site and with support, I gave up. I called the local restaurant and after 25 minutes 3 employees and a manager trying to complete the order, the manager states he didn't have a way to ring up the take home meals. I had no issues the first time I ordered but this time zero help. I totally gave up and ordered from another restaurant. My order would have been over 250.00. Hopefully they read this and make some changes.

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Talk about pretentious.. very overpriced. If I hated hearing the word "Awesome" before this host…read moreburned out the word for life!! A hamburger, by design, is meant to be eaten with two hands. Impossible with this sloppy, though delicious creation. I abore eating a hamburger with knife and fork. I miss the charming Italian place that was here.

This place was sooooo good! I went recently on vacation and there were so many great things about…read morethis breakfast. Everything is fresh and made in house. The orange juice is freshly squeezed, butter is made in house, fresh biscuits- just delicious. I ordered a vanilla latte - it was perfect ! My daughter raved about the crème brûlée French toast, my son loved the scrambled eggs and pancakes, and my breakfast was perfect. The home potatoes were the perfect crisp with great seasoning. The service was great and the place was really pretty inside. We almost came back a second time in three days. Great place to start your day !

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Good food, nice service, overall vibe was a 10/10. There was a mysterious yellow speckle in my…read moredrink. Needs more pink cars definitely.

My favorite quick burger spot. Food is consistently served well. The service is always quick and…read moreefficient and the food tastes great. They have great salads, good burgers, and best of all they have delicious shakes. The restaurant itself reminds me of a 50's diner. This location is always clean when I visit and the servers stay on top of getting you food and drinks. Definitely a spot that I revisit.

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If you love biscuits, Vicious Biscuit is definitely worth a visit! The biscuit sandwiches were…read moredelicious, and the biscuits themselves were soft, flavorful, and clearly made fresh. One of my favorite touches was the jam bar -- so many fun jams and flavored butters to try, which made the experience feel extra special. My daughter and I both ordered the SEC (sausage, egg, and cheese biscuit), and it was excellent. They also have tons of indoor and outdoor seating, which makes it an easy and comfortable spot to grab breakfast or brunch. Would definitely go back!

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