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    Blue Willow Cafe

    4.6 (26 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating

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    French toast with a side of bacon
    Ashley S.

    This is a lovely, bright cafe with great breakfast and lunch options. The pricing is super reasonable, and the service is great. This cafe benefits adults with disabilities and provides jobs for adults with different abilities and neurodivergence. We love their mission, and we loved the food! Too bad we didn't have time for dessert before going to the movies.

    Melissa P.

    We were in town for a convention and always look to YELP to try new places. We found this gem and we are so glad we did! They will gladly tell you their story but I will say, the staff, the service, the food, the restaurant itself was amazing. Everyone was so nice. If we ever come back to town we will absolutely come back.

    Rob H.

    Stopped in for breakfast this morning and I think I found my new favorite breakfast spot in town. Located on 17th near the hospital Blue Willow works with amazing people with special needs and offers breakfast and lunch Monday through Friday. We had the breakfast burrito, French toast and hash brown casserole. Both dishes were really good filling but not too heavy. The service was amazing we got to have a good conversation with lady working the counter about restaurant. She was super kind and helpful. Let's fill the seats in this place!

    Marc D.

    Saw this cafe on a walk decided to stop in for a bite. Lots of tables and nice outside seating available. Nice cafe/diner menu. Easy to order at the counter and food is brought out to you. The has brown casserole was really good. Had great flavor and a nice cook on the hash browns. Eggs were done perfectly as asked and the sausage had nice herbs to it. Great food with even better service. This would be a regular spot for me. Give them a try

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    Tracy S.

    Just noticed this cafe and decided to give them a try. Breakfast sandwich was good and staff was very friendly. It was a quick in and out order. Specials looked very good and they had some to go options in their refrigerator. if I didn't already have lunch plans I would have definitely picked up some of the broccoli salad in there. It looked delicious! I will come back to try more option

    Charlene C.

    This place is close to the hospital, for those visiting the hospital looking for a place to grab a bite to eat. My partner picked up the Portobella Mushroom Sandwich (vegan; $7.50) and a coconut macroon brownie dessert to-go. I liked the ciabatta bread the sandwich used, it was thick and tasted fresh. The sandwich overall was good, but it had a ton of sauce, maybe a bit too much, which made it messy to eat. I couldn't finish the sandwich since it was filling. I liked the coconut macaroon brownie more than I thought I would since I am not a huge fan of coconut flakes. The chocolate chips and rich chocolate flavor made it delicious to eat. The menu doesn't have a wide variety but has some standard cafeteria items.

    This cafe has an amazing mission behind what they serve. They provide people with disabilities the opportunity to be fixtures in their communities and serve their peers. They are kind, caring, and personable. The cafe has a light and airy feeling, like you've just stepped in off of the beach for a quick bite. Please use their outdoor seating it does not get enough!!!

    Macaroni salad- Amazing!

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    9 months ago

    Great spot for brunch or lunch! Great service, clean, cute ambiance. Food was delicious. Give this place your support!!

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    Good food and amazing service from a Cafe that trains disabled staff. Reasonable prices and for a great cause.

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    Great spot - indoor and outdoor seating. Love that their mission is to help the handicapped

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    This place was great! Was looking for plant based/Vegan. Not a lot of choices but we found some that would work for us. Excellent service!

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    Just had some of the French Onion Soup today! It was phenomenal give a try you will be amazed.

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    Wonderful place for lunch or breakfast on 17th street. Good find, can't wait to come back

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    Delicious! Blue Willow is one of my lunch favorites. Always fresh and friendly. A must try!

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    South Front Tavern

    South Front Tavern

    4.7
    (65 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$

    Great restaurant with delicious food. Waitstaff was attentive and knowledgeable! Went for Mother's…read moreDay brunch- the shrimp salad was delicious!

    We made another visit here, this time for dinner, and with different friends who have not visited…read moreSouth Front Tavern before. It was great weather this night, so we opted for an outside table that was in total shade. Very comfortable. Our server came by for drink orders. We had no appetizers this visit and went right into entrees. We tried the Port City Burger, the Gnocchi with chicken, cilantro lime shrimp quesadillas and the salmon tacos. Everything was delicious. The only complaint I would have is that the Salmon Tacos was a bit small. The dish is two small tacos with a side of tortilla chips. There is no salsa, no pico de gallo, no slaw. I was actually sorry that I didn't get an appetizer. I was still a little hungry after I finished. We didn't want any of the dessert offered this time. Again, everything was great. Service, food, atmosphere, outside patio. Just my dish was a little less in size. I will keep that in mind next time we visit. I'm not sure something like this would be changed on the menu, but I still wanted to voice my opinion. Still a great place with a great menu and service. If the weather is good, opt for the patio. It is really nice sitting out there.

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    Interior of South Front Tavern in Wilmington's South  Front District.
    Interior of South Front Tavern in Wilmington's South Front District.
    South Front Tavern's Plancha Burger features Gruyere, Mushroom, Arugula, Tobacco Onion and Garlic Aioli on a Brioche Bun.
    South Front Tavern's Plancha Burger features Gruyere, Mushroom, Arugula, Tobacco Onion and Garlic Aioli on a Brioche Bun.
    South Front Tavern's Bayou Paella
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    Savor Southern Kitchen

    Savor Southern Kitchen

    4.5
    (282 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$

    Stopped in for brunch with my aunt and uncle and tried a little bit of everything: the Chicken &…read moreWaffles with bacon, a Spinach and Swiss omelette with home fries and an English muffin, and a Chicken & Brie sandwich on a brioche bun with home fries. The Chicken & Waffles were the standout. The chicken was crispy on the outside, juicy inside, and paired perfectly with the sweet syrup and smoky bacon. A great balance of sweet and savory flavors. The Spinach & Swiss omelette was light, fluffy, and packed with flavor. The spinach and melted Swiss worked well together, and the home fries were nicely seasoned with peppers and onions. The English muffin was a simple but welcome addition. The bird & Brie sandwich was another winner. The brioche bun was soft and buttery, while the brie added a creamy richness that elevated the sandwich. The arugula brought a fresh peppery bite that kept everything balanced. Overall, the food was fresh, portions were generous, and everything was cooked well. The home fries were crispy and flavorful across all the plates. Definitely a solid breakfast/brunch spot that I'd visit again.

    This place has such yummy food wow…read more.. I ordered just a plain chicken sandwich (not on the menu) [$11] it was sooooo good and MASIVE... also got a side of candied bacon. Came with two pieces of bacon and it was delicious! Also got the country ham and it was sooo salty and savory! The mimosas were huge! Like two mimosas in one glass. Will def be coming back!!

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    So tasty the crab cake Benedict
    So tasty the crab cake Benedict
    The best Bloody Mary I ever had! The shrimp was quality

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    Covey

    Covey

    4.2
    (78 reviews)
    0.8 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!

    The food itself was just OK. Very expensive foods for decent flavor, but the flavor/quality wasn't…read morejustifying the cost. It seemed to me like a place that was trying too hard to be a white table cloth kind of restaurant, very much with a pinky out. I personally do not see myself eating here again due to the perceived false upscale. The menu was very scarce with only a handful of dishes available, each that again looked like they were trying too hard. The weirdest thing for me was the lower sanitation rating of 91 compared to other similar "classy" locations. What I think saved the experience for me was the staff. The hostess and waitress were both extremely polite, with whom I believe was the manager making the rounds as well. My waitress was on top of her game throughout the meal, and never let my glass go empty. If the staff were nothing to write about, this review would probably be a one star.

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    The bar
    Eggplant Katsu
    Eggplant Katsu
    Best Bloody Mary I have had in Wilmington, hands down!

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    Amanecer Cocina & Café - Shipyard

    Amanecer Cocina & Café - Shipyard

    4.8
    (108 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    We stopped in for lunch today at Amanecer, Shipyard Blvd location. We have been here a couple of…read moretimes now, and the food and service is just amazing. The staff is friendly and the place is very lively. It seems to be a little quieter at lunchtime, no waiting for a table at this time. They also have outside seating. We ordered the birria sandwich, think amped up grilled cheese with very tender meat. It comes with the dipping sauce and a side of ultra crispy French fries. Next up is the enchiladas verdes with steak. This dish comes with refried beans and rice. So, so good. Food is not greasy at all. The verde sauce is delicious and not at all spicy. Really tasty. We always want to try dessert, but we were in the middle of our workday, so we passed this time. Their breakfast here is outstanding, go for something authentic, rather than your typical "American " breakfast items. You won't be disappointed with any choice here. We have loved everything so far.

    I had to save this location to never forget because it was so emasculate in food, services, and…read moreambiance. The facility is clean, busy, and everyone is so kind. Not only did our waiter check in on us in an appropriate time frame but (Who I believe is the manager) came in to check in as well. Not just us though, EVERY TABLE! The food was amazing, the mimosa flight was just the right amount for an afternoon drink. We had the birria tacos, ACP, and breakfast skillet.10/10 amazing. I honestly have zero negatives for this establishment. We had an amazing time and the food was amazing as well. We WILL be back.

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    Inside
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    Cheese Dip
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     Breakfast House

    Breakfast House

    3.9
    (78 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $

    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

    I expect that if I ask for a change to a menu item, e.g. sausage instead of bacon, and if there is…read morean up-charge then I would expect to hear about it at the time I ordered. Not here, came with bacon and sausage, up-charges for the sausage $1.50/each link on the bill. I am not a server, BUT if I was I would probably ask "do you want bacon and sausage, cause it comes with bacon regardless, and the sausage is an addition charge". Not here, you won't know about the additional charge until the bill comes. Then I asked and the server confirmed, "yes, it only comes with bacon". The story goes on. I found a piece of plastic wrapper stuck to the bacon and pointed that out to the server, who responded "oh!"...and that was the end of it. Not a real concern for them, I guess they eat the plastic when it's on their plate. Anyway, if you like surprises on your bill and on your plate, this is definitely a destination for you.

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    Restrooms
    Restrooms
     Breakfast House
    Clean kitchen!

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    Clean kitchen!
    Brunch Thyme

    Brunch Thyme

    4.3
    (28 reviews)
    4.0 mi

    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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    Brunch Thyme
    Menu 2/13/24
    Menu 2/13/24
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    SEC biscuit
    Blueberry’s Grill

    Blueberry’s Grill

    4.2
    (703 reviews)
    5.8 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Veteran-owned & operated

    Our Brunches have always been delightfully good! Outstanding food and exceptional service!…read more Ask for Abbie‼ She made our 6- person group feel as though we were having our celebratory lunch at a close friend's ! That's good

    I'm giving 2 stars because our waitress was sweet, kind, and did her best…read more We were initially told the wait would be about 30 minutes, but it ended up being closer to 50. While that was disappointing, I understand that delays happen. The bigger issue was the fly infestation toward the back of the restaurant. The flies were practically covering the mirror behind our table (as shown in my photos). While we were waiting for our food, they mostly stayed on the mirror and seats, but as soon as the food arrived, they were constantly landing on it. I spent the entire meal swatting flies away from our plates, which made it very difficult to enjoy our food. As for the food itself, the blueberry hush puppies were amazing! Unfortunately, the rest of the meal was disappointing. I ordered the Biscuit Shack, and it was served on tough bread with a slice of cheese that was still cold, as if it had just been taken out of the refrigerator and placed on top. Two other dishes at our table also had eggshells hidden in the food. Overall, between the flies and the food quality issues, we likely won't be returning.

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    Come hungry. Leave happy. That's the Blueberry's promise.
    Come hungry. Leave happy. That's the Blueberry's promise.
    Sip, savor, repeat. Mimosas and top dishes served all day long.
    Sip, savor, repeat. Mimosas and top dishes served all day long.
    From pancakes to shrimp & grits, we serve nothing but the best.

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

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