Looking for a nice brunch or dinner out? Willing to splurge a little? Interested in a few new food…read morecombinations and healthy-ish vegan options? This is your place! BUT be intentional. Check out the seasonal menu beforehand. Ask about the specials. ENJOY!

A beautiful space, the ambiance is so cozy and fresh and green. I love the patio they have on the…read moreback where you can see exactly where youre vegetables are coming from! As a vegetarian, I always am excited for a vegan friendly menu that truly highlights the tastes of vegetables and this is exactly that! The cornbread was my favorite thing on the menu, with matcha butter and a berry jam it blew my mind. The arancini was fresh and light, the brussel sprouts were also incredibly packed with flavor. The lions mane is the really unique thing on the menu. The way they cooked the mushroom is unlike anything I've seen before. The chocolate cake at the end was also dense, moist and delicious. This was an exciting place to try and I hope to be back soon!

Heard great things about this restaurant and decided to visit. I am SOOOO glad I did because it did…read morenot disappoint in the least bit! The service was great and the food was excellent. I ordered the old fashioned smash burger and it was so delicious! The smash patties were cooked to perfection with crispy edges, gooey cheese and fresh toppings & onion straws. The tots were hot and crispy which was a nice touch to round out a great meal. Order at the counter, grab or fix your drink, then wait for your order to be called. I dined in and seating is pretty adequate and the vibes are great for convos- the noise level isn't loud at all. I can't wait to try a milkshake the next time I'm in town as well as some of the other menu items. I'll definitely be back and will bring my hubby and friends for them to try as well!

Best burger in Wilmington. Tater tots are a side instead of fries which is disappointing, but the…read moreburger is so good it doesn't even matter. More of a casual place to go out to eat, but it's clean and staff is friendly. Love it here!

My husband and I enjoyed the shrimp and grit tacos as well as the Wagyu peppercorn flank steak. The…read moreservice was wonderful. They were very attentive without interrupting constantly. It was a great experience and we are definitely going to be back!

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!

What a fantastic evening at Dram Yard…read more We were a little concerned we might miss our 5:30 reservation after getting delayed by a seven-car accident on the bridge, but we arrived just a couple of minutes late and it wasn't an issue at all. From the moment we arrived, the experience was relaxed, welcoming, and exactly what we needed. We chose to sit in the beautiful courtyard, and with temperatures in the 70s, sunshine overhead, and a gentle breeze, it couldn't have been a more perfect setting. The outdoor gazebo bar creates a wonderful atmosphere for enjoying a cocktail before dinner, and if the weather isn't cooperating, the indoor dining space is equally inviting. A special thank you to Sarah, whose service was outstanding. She was cheerful, attentive, and genuinely seemed happy to be there. The restaurant wasn't crowded, which made for a peaceful and unhurried dining experience. For drinks, I ordered the Ghost Town, while my wife enjoyed the Venus Flytrap. Both were beautifully prepared and easy to see why they're among the restaurant's popular cocktails. The food was equally impressive. I had the Spaghetti Carbonara, and it was exceptional. The kitchen even accommodated my request for extra freshly cracked black pepper, which took an already excellent dish to another level. My wife ordered the Little Gem Salad with shrimp, and it was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. We also shared the Tuna Tartare Tostada, which was outstanding--beautiful presentation, fresh tuna, and a great balance of textures and flavors. Adding to the experience was a bottle of Albariño that paired wonderfully with the meal. What stands out most about Dram Yard is its atmosphere. It's the kind of place where you can settle in, slow down, enjoy a handcrafted cocktail, and forget about the stresses of the day. Whether you're looking for a date night, an evening with friends, or simply a quiet place to relax, Dram Yard delivers. Excellent service, creative cocktails, outstanding food, and one of the most relaxing outdoor dining spaces in Wilmington. We'll definitely be back.

We all ordered the "tasting" menu each for $90 per person. We were made to think the portions…read morewould be ample for the price. We each got a bowl of gazpacho, an appetizer size portion of two very small duck lumpia followed by tile fish with flat noodles and a savory broth. The course then was a shared short rib that was entirely fat/gross, one smal grilled onion and two tiny empanadas to share . Desert was a small scoop of ice cream and small crumble type cobbler to share. We in no way felt like it was $90, the portions were not enough to sustain us and we felt incredibly cheated and somehow conned/robbed of over $200 for each of us couples out. Very disappointing!

We had an absolutely wonderful dining experience at Seabird in Wilmington, NC! From the food to the…read moreservice, everything was outstanding. We started with the Oysters Rockefeller, and they were an incredible way to begin the meal. My wife ordered the catfish and oyster pie, which was absolutely delicious, while I had the swordfish schnitzel--creative, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. It was by far some of the best swordfish I have ever tasted! What really made our experience special was our server, McKenzie. She was sweet, attentive, pleasant, and made us feel genuinely welcomed throughout the entire meal. Her service was exceptional without ever being intrusive. Great food, wonderful atmosphere, and outstanding hospitality. Seabird is definitely a restaurant we would gladly return to the next time we're in Wilmington. Highly recommended!

Our first time to Wilmington and we were celebrating my wife's birthday so I decided to take her…read morehere. I got lucky with a last minute reservation for two at 7pm on a Thursday night. So definitely book a reservation in advance if you can. We started with a dozen local oysters and they were very good. It was our first time trying NC oysters. The tuna crudo was delicious as were the complimentary cornbread. However the entrees stole the show. My wife really enjoyed her cioppino. It was different from the Cioppino we get on the west coast. I decided to give the swordfish a try based on the reviews. I've tried swordfish a few times in the past and have always been disappointed. However this recipe has turned me into a fan. It was the most delicious swordfish that I have ever had. It wasn't dry or fishy tasting. It was just perfect!

The Sorrow Drowner is always an amazing experience. Adventure awaits at this immersive experience…read moreTiki venue with its carefully curated decor, narrative theme, craft cocktails that go beyond the imagination, and culinary delights. The Sorrow Drowner is the best escapist experience in North Carolina with table service that is exciting and engaging and top tier stage entertainment such as VibeXotica, a musical act that performs classic exotica music with vibraphone. Even better, arriving costumed as your favorite explorer or wearing your Aloha finery just adds to the pageantry. Chart a course to The Sorrow Drowner!

This place is a whole experience. I had a fabulous time. I am a self-professed tiki and exotica…read moreenthusiast. It's located on a street corner in a neighborhood and has parking around back. It's easy to make a reservation online. They really lean into the performance that they are an institute and they collect artifacts. It's delightful. Their cocktails are amazing. They follow the true culture of tiki and serve traditional exotic drinks. These aren't boat drinks!! Also the Pu-Pu platter is amazing as well as the spam musbui. Just delicious! Not gonna lie, I also bought tiki mugs to go! I highly recommend this place as a true tiki bar and Donn Beach would be proud.

Good foods Good service and prompt service…read more Good Ambiance with a cozy inner city feeling Also had the Tito Fuentes drink

"Good Mexican with a twist near downtown Wilmington"…read more Came here on a Wednesday night for dinner at 6pm and were seated immediately despite it being a group of 5. The place was not very large but relatively full, so be wary of coming later unless you're OK waiting. The restaurant had a bit of a rustic look but clean & well maintained, and nice local art posted on the walls. Staff were welcoming and friendly, and a lot of the food was sourced locally. We started with a sweet potato- goat cheese "guacamole" appetizer. I split the Jefe's Arroz Con Pollo and the Carne Con Ancho with my son. My girlfriend got the vegan rellenos. Food came out in maybe 20 minutes. The ACP was very good but unusual. It came with a thigh and leg of chicken on top, and a big mix of flavors of food underneath-- coconut rice, black beans, pineapple salsa. Curiously no cheese. Very different from any ACP I've ever had. Overall, it was fine-- honestly, my son and I both felt it was too many flavors that overwhelmed each other. In contrast, the Carne Con Ancho was spectacular. The steak bits were cooked rare to perfection and absolutely melt in your mouth. The flavors of the arepa below it as well as the horseradish and other components blended beautifully and made for a wonderful dish. My girlfriend said the rellenos were nicely fried and the sweet potato puree was excellent-- a very hearty dish without feeling heavy. And we all also really liked the guacamole appetizer-- unusual yet delicious flavor (and no avocado). Price was fair-- this was definitely upscale, so not "cheap", but fair for what we got. Overall, I'd happily come back, and definitely would want that Carne Con Ancho again. I recommend.

Service was excellent. The atmosphere so cute. The food was ok a little salty for our taste but…read moreedible.

Excellent food with amazing scenery. Would definitely recommend this restaurant. But go when it's…read morecooler and sit outside.