Duck and Dive Pub

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!

Good service but the food was so so. Figured we would try the Guy Fieri recommendations. Nice…read morelittle spot in an old building. Only like 9 tables so plan accordingly or you will have to wait awhile. Go during off peak hours to ensure a short wait time. Now the food...... 1. Cheese Steak Egg Rolls served w/chipotle ranch......Amazing!!!! Best we have ever had. 2. 109 Chestnut Chicken Sandwich had an amazing balance of ingredients that would make your mouth water. Very good and the fries as well. 3. Hot Roasted Pork Sandwich was very bland and had an excessive amount of spinach. Even the Au Jus couldn't rescue this sandwich. 4. The famous onion rings. Well they must of ran out of seasoning because these were more flour than flavor. Very doughy with no spices. Not worth the $9 * The alcohol mix drinks are pretty good. Definitely taste the flavor of each. Will give you a good kick.

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Onion rings with spicy ketchup.

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Bbq wings delivered plain with bbq for those who like it that way

Whiskey Trail Pub & Grill Midtown

4.4(23 reviews)

2.7 mi

Ordered the Pittsburgh style pierogies and they were literally disgusting. They were hard, cold…read moreand didn't taste like fresh homemade pierogies at all. I should have listened to my last review. It really isn't that hard to make pierogies so I don't understand how they could mess these up so bad. The best part was the fried onions. Do not order these if you are actually wanting a good Pierogie.

Food is delicious, plentiful portions, friendly service, great atmosphere. Tucked away, well worth…read morethe visit

Pierogies- terrible

Fried Pimento Cheese Balls and Cheese steak

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Fried Pimento Cheese Balls Philly

Goat and Compass

4.4(30 reviews)

0.7 mi

The ambience was festive & friendly with Christmas decorations. It is simple no frills pub with…read moremany options to select from at the bar. The place was well decorated with Christmas lights outside and brightly lit Christmas trees inside. The bartender was efficient and his service spectacular. Our party had different beverages throughout the night. We were planning to visit other bars that night yet we decided to just stay & enjoy our time there.

BK provided fast and accurate, amazing, service throughout our entire visit. Everything we had was…read morea tasteful delight. The mood of was very peaceful. It was delightful seeing new renovations and of course the added holiday decor. We love this place and will always be a huge supporter.

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Slainte Irish Pub

3.8(47 reviews)

0.1 mi

A fun Irish pub & dive bar we stopped at for a drink and air conditioning before we went to our…read moreghost tour. My husband got an Irish beer and a vodka soda here. I got an Irish mule cocktail with Jameson and ginger ale. I loved the jukebox and playing music on it. The service was nice and friendly. The place was inviting and my husband said we should just skip the tour and stay there. The place is small yet well decorated. One local told us that this was the best Irish bar to go to in historic Wilmington area.

It's always refreshing to come to an Irish pub and get a real Guinness the right way. A real pour…read more Great vibe and good people.

Nice tribute to our other home

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The Pour House

4.3(47 reviews)

0.1 mi

Great dive bar with great bartenders and music! Love it here. Love their missile shots (order one…read moretrust me)

One of my favorite bars downtown! Pour house feels like home to me, some great bartenders work…read morethere.

Paloma

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Cape Fear Spirits & Beer

4.4(128 reviews)

0.2 mi

Really cool local spot. Very solid beer list. Service was great. I'd definitely be back.read more

What a great little dive bar spot! They even have a pool table and pinball machines…read more They have 15+ rotating beers taps to choose from, with most of them being local beers (local being North Carolina) which was great as I was visiting from out of state. The lady working that night was amazing. She knew all the regulars and even made us outsiders feel welcome and seen. She is a keeper and if I could transplant her to Oregon, I would! Hands down recommend this place for a beer and a spot to sit while you are walking around.

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Honey Drip Brown Ale by Bill's Brewing Co.

Lula's a Pub

4.3(38 reviews)

0.1 mi

This was the third bar and the most memorable bar I went to in the Haunted Pub Crawl. The tunnel…read moreentrance in Lula's , an underground and dark pub, was part of The Underground Railroad, where slaves escaped to gain freedom. The ghost story told in Lula's was my favorite ghost story in the pub crawl. I loved how the bar was small and cozy. Tiffany was our bartender and she made me a classic gin martini. She was the most memorable and nicest bartender I met that night. She took the time to chill the martini glass as well. I will definitely re-visit Lula's bar again. I liked how cozy it was and it was like a hidden gem among all the bars we went to in Wilmington.

This place is kind of hidden. It's basically in a basement in the back of a building…read more Quick Summary - Small bar, very intimate - Bartenders are very friendly and good at what they do - Prices for drinks are reasonable, especially compared to other places downtown - Cash and cards accepted - There is a small area outside to sit if you don't want to sit outside

Leaving? Maybe? Lol

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Entrance

Seven Mile Post Pub

3.8(21 reviews)

7.8 mi

Good food all around us Good service…read more Good ambiance The live outdoor music was a nice touch and the people had fun drinking and dancing the night away

We had a great time singing a lil karaoke and watching the shag dancing. Nice staff. Drinks were…read moregreat!

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Lots of parking

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Alex W.

8 years ago

Arron (a.k.a. AC) is extremely rude and is in the wrong profession. He is a tall, heavier-set man (not in a derogatory way) with a bushy beard. This is an otherwise GREAT place to go have an enjoyable drink at a great price, but I recommend going during the later part of the day when the staff is WAY more enjoyable and pleasant to be around. Similiar to the review left by "Emily P.", I too was told, "Hey don't let Aaron bother you. That's just how he is." This is the first time I've been there in the daytime, and this is only time I've ever interacted with Aaron. My advice is that when he's there, go somewhere else. No one deserves to be talked down to, nor treated like an idiot by this guy for simply ordering a drink. read more

Mia M.

166

11 years ago

This place has a great staff that creates a great environment. Fabulous bartenders and great guests too. Drinks are cheap and service is fast. read more

Lauren S.

113

10 years ago

Locals favorite, you can bring your dogs and just hang out. Plenty of beer and many experiences. Local music from time to time.

John D.

12 years ago

Coolest little pub in Wilmington. Great music, all different kinds of people hang out, and a very friendly feel. Dig

Susie L.

10 years ago

Fun and great music. Great people. Good spot. Convenient but off the main path. Wow! Just can't say enough.

Vic V.

6 years ago

Great spot to go. We felt at home here and was a great alternative to all the other "bars."

Andre L.

6 years ago

Nice place. Friendly staff. Too small for a band though. Nice courtyard. Bring friends.

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If you're not a local or if you're young . Stay away !!!! My friend and I went out to play pool and…read morehave couple drinks . We each had one shot each and the bartender decided it was a good idea to cut us off . We were extremely disappointed because we just had 1 shot each. We are both bartender, my friend and I, and completely understand if the bartender decides cut us off but we literally had 1 shot ! I got really upset cause we really thought we found a place to hang out . Especially since are walking distance from our home. Literally 5 min walk from my home. We we're just going to get two shots each and after just a drink. Cause that's what we normally do. We are not the type to get shit faced. We just wanted to hang ... get a little buzz and play pool . But I'm guess since we are in our mid twenties and everyone else is in there were 50+ and knew the bartenders... they we're getting special treatment. I should also add, we definitely felt like we were getting treated different from everyone else. I don't know it's because we were two young females and didn't fit the "scene " . But we were causing no trouble. We were playing pool for an hour and we decided to get another shot AFTER ONE HOUR!! and that's when the bartender told us the the OTHER BARTENDER told her to cut us off. I even asked why? And her answer was " I don't know " I even told her " I've only had one shot an HOUR AGO" and she just looked at me and said nothing ... It be one thing , if we were being obscene or disrespectful.but nope ...... and all the other folks hanging out at the end of the bar looked like they should of been cut of ! They were being loud and slurring their words. And one of the guys kept sexually harassing us . But we did t care and ignored him. Si if you're old, you're golden. But if you're young... don't come here

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