My husband and I ate here last night and loved it! The beer was great and the shrimp and grits were delicious! We will definitely be back next time we come to Wilmington. read more

Stephanie our server. Great service, very attentive. Does the room in a circle to keep an eye on all her customers. Nice Started with my ordering the Corned BeefReuben on rye with cucumber salad wowww Bbq sauce with my wife's chicken sandwich alone was very good but it made the whole sandwich excellent ...wow Beers were the Pilsner , served nice and cold! The bar area is real nice and reminded me of the bar scenes from nice old dusty movies. read more

Came here on a Wednesday afternoon. Place was medium busy. The place was very cool, an outside seating with a sick entrance. Inside was a small brewery to the left and bar tot eh right, very rustic interior. We sat upstairs, the bartender was our waitress and came up with menus. The food menu and beer menu was extensive. There was also a. Happy hour from 2-5 menu that had cheaper options but it was 12 pm for us. I got the fish and chips, substituted mashed potatoes instead of the coleslaw. The fish was really tasty, and paired well with the sauce, it seemed like it was recently caught. The fires were also very nice with whatever seasoning they used. The mashed potatoes were good. Was a great eating experience at Front End Brewery, most noticeable thing was our waitress was on top of things, with orders and refilling orders, some of the best service I've had. read more

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Loved my experience at Front Street Brewery! I tried the Pineapple Paradise sour and it was delicious! On top of that I got some really yummy food. Our server was very attentive and kind and was great at her job. The atmosphere was very upbeat and fun! read more

Front Street Brewery - Southwest Bowl / Pineapple Paradise Sour Ale - Breweries Near Me - Wilmington, North Carolina

Great experience all around. Good vibe and cool bar with a solid beer list and a crazy whiskey list. I got beer nuggets and a chicken salad sandwich, super solid. Bartender, Kiegan, was fantastic. Prices were on point. Everything was awesome. read more

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My favorite meal is the salad with pulled chicken. Their chicken is the best, I would go here just for it! They made some changes to the menu, the salads are different now but still good, just not how they used to be. Also I do think think the restaurant could be repaired and cleaned a little better but other than that, the food is solid always good. read more

Solid spot downtown. Good beer and good food. This was our second visit on Valentine's Day for lunch. A short wait. We arrived right before the big rush. Cool historic building. The menu is pretty extensive, you will most likely find something you like. Kid friendly with a menu, too! Fish and chips for hubs, chicken tenders and fries for our 3 year old and I had the power bowl with pulled chicken, which was way better than I expected. Good flavor on the chicken. Only knocking off a star because I think our server forgot about us for a while. read more

My sister and I stopped in this spot right on the main drag in downtown Wilmington for shrimp and grits (me) and fish and chips (her). She said her fries were cold, but that her fish was excellent. Looked like cod to me. Mine was interesting. The grits were grit cakes. They needed salt, but other than that, it was good. Good amount of shrimp and a tasty sauce. Decent prices, and Wilmington doesn't have the meals tax that I'm used to paying at home, so that was a pleasant surprise. Friendly service. Everything came out quickly, too. read more

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Good service and really good (but small) pretzel. I am nocking off a point due to the limited number of beers on tap. I saw only six and if you are going to have a tap room you need more. Other than that it was well worth a stop in. read more

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We stopped in for a quick lunch at FSB. I was craving the pulled chicken burrito! We ordered the pub fries with bacon bits, the 9 N Front, and the chicken burrito. Everything was tasty. Service was friendly but a bit slow for a slow afternoon time. Otherwise, good food! read more

Stopped in again at Front Street Brewery during a quick beach trip. Dinners here enever disappoint. The vibe was laid-back, and the service really stood out. Stephanie was great and took care of us. She was friendly, on top of everything, and gave helpful suggestions from the menu. We started with the housemade chips and ranch. A couple of local brews. For mains, we went with the burger and the chicken tender plate. The burger was great. Juicy, flavorful, and well put together. The tenders were golden, crispy, and huge. Every visit to FSB is a good one. We'll be back! read more

I've been here a few times now and each time the food has been really good. The staff is very friendly and personable. I like seating both inside and outside and there's a mixture of types. They are prompt and I haven't had any issues yet with waiting long for drinks, food the check etc. it's clean and it's always busy. Yet you don't feel like you are waiting too long. Inside Vibe reminds me of a downtown nyc bar that I used to hang at for happy hour back in the day yet outside it's casual friendly and no one is on top of you. Sound inside is moderate. Parking in street with meters or in the various lots all around. There's also a parking garage off market very closely if preferred. Smash burgers are delicious. I had mine with marinated cucumber salad and homemade chips. Our friends had different things like nachos, grilled chicken over a salad, wings etc. No one had complaints. Next time we go I'm trying the shrimp it looked delicious. Special shoutout to Francie who went above and beyond to take care of our party. read more

Front Street Brewery is near the corner of N Front Street and Market Street, about a block from the Cape Fear River. I went on a fairly warm day and chose to sit outside with our dogs. Before worrying about the humans, the staff immediately asked if it was okay to bring a bowl of water for the dogs. That was really nice of them. I had the beer batter fish and chips with a pint of their original pilsner. The fish batter perfectly coated the fish and was fried just right. There were no soggy, oily spots and no spots that still tasted like batter. The ice-cold pilsner added a nice, light flavor on a warm day. Although we were sitting outside, we were not forgotten. The staff kept checking up on us, but not so often that it felt intrusive. read more

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This review is only on the bar. We were looking to try one of the local breweries after a hike. We were impressed with the selection and quality of the beers. In addition, they have an amazing assortment of bourbon, too! Initially, Schweety was going to try one but it was included in one of the featured flights so we ordered that. Each was very good!!! Our bartender was very knowledgeable and greatly enhanced our visit. read more

Front Street Brewery - Ethiopian T'ej Honey Ale & Bourbon BarrelAged Scottish Ale. Both are delicious - Breweries Near Me - Wilmington, North Carolina

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Looking for lunch and dropped in. So glad I did. I had the mushroom and Swiss burger with seasoned fries It was cooked perfectly and fries seasoning was so delish!! To top it off the price was so reasonable. I strongly recommend you stop in if your in town And the brew choices were tempting- they have a lot of awards read more

Had a nice visit here recently with relatives. The menu had a number of interesting options and the service was good. I chose the Slapwich because the name was funny and seemed like a great combination. I must admit that while the sandwich was pretty good, it did not quite live up to its name. Nevertheless, I would not hesitate recommending this place. read more

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Good food and good service The ambiance is good Nice size burger for lunch paired with an IPA and home chips read more

Was expecting beer and some pub grub. What I got was a nice experience with tons of options in food and drink. I liked they had a special food selection under $10. So I tried the grilled cheese with bacon. Very good. I had a taster flight and these folks brew legit beer. The bar was beautiful. Old school style and made me feel like I stepped back in time. Oh and their selection of spirits is massive. Barkeep was friendly and very efficient. She took orders with no notes from everyone and never skipped a beat. Great spot for food and beverage. Try it out. read more

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I will begin with the beautiful, massive, antique bar that demanded my attention. I became mesmerized by the details of the carvings, the display of spirits, the way the light hits the bottles. Everything about this bar was epic! Our waitress was very kind and accommodating. We ordered pub fries for appetizers. Delicious! Fries fried crispy topped with a cheese sauce, covered in bacon, drizzled with shredded cheese and green onions. We scraped the plate! Our burgers were good. Fresh tasting ground beef with great toppings. I would have preferred my fried green tomatoes more ripe. If ever in the downtown Wilmington area this is a thumbs ! read more

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The ambiance is amazing! Food and beer were on point! A must try if you're in the Wilmington area.

They were crowded as usual, but the service was quick and efficient and the food was delicious. What more can you ask for? The salad honestly didn't even need the raspberry vinaigrette. It was so delicious. read more

Front Street Brewery - Gorgonzola Walnut Salad with Blackened Salmon - Breweries Near Me - Wilmington, North Carolina

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What an unexpected surprise! Architecturally beautiful, great food, and excellent service...all in one place. We both ordered "Our Famous Pulled Chicken Nachos". Very good! We're not beer drinkers so can't speak to their brews. Menu has lots of interesting choices. Our server was excellent. She was friendly, timely, and pleasant. The amazing bar architecture is a must see! They did a great job of maintaining the old and keeping it fresh looking. Will definitely return on our next visit to Wilmington. read more

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Great service and cool location in the heart of Wilmington! We sat at the bar and had some drinks and took advantage of the appetizer happy house! We ordered a pretzel for 2.99, it came with a side of mustard! I don't know what they did, but it was one of the best pretzels I had (coming from a German). The beer was good and while we didn't order any, it looked like they had a huge variety of liquor. There is outdoor seating out front, some upstairs seating and plenty of space in the main area. Will definitely be back when we are visiting Wilmington again. read more

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Does Front Street Brewery need another review? Probably not, but this review is only for the Pulled Chicken Nachos. They are literally the best pulled chicken nachos I've ever had. I won't even order them from another restaurant because I'll just be disappointed. I've tried, but nothing compares (insert Sinead O'Connor singing). I've been ordering them since the restaurant opened, and they've always been consistently good. This is saying a lot for a restaurant. read more

Awesome fried pickles. Great service and very friendly atmosphere, would highly recommend.

In Wilmington for the day with the kids and grandkids. Party of 8. 6 adults, 2 toddlers. Got seated right away and were treated like old friends. I had the Reuben and it was GREAT !!! Something about the sauerkraut that REALLY made the sandwich pop. Absolutely fantastic. Can't wait for our next trip into town. Everyone of the staff we encountered were very friendly and we enjoyed meeting them all. read more

Good Brews, good pub type food and friendly service, what's not to like? And they have a full service bar that's vintage 1860's which is very cool. Great location a block or so from the Cape Fear river front. read more

I like the vibe of this brewery. It was so chill even with the amount of customers. My friend suggested that we have lunch at this restaurant based on how much she has enjoyed her past visits here. I have to say that she was right on with this suggestion. The interior has two levels, a bar and a distillery area. Customer seating options include the bar, high top tables and booths. Our seats were comfortable. Our waitress greeted us in a short amount time and offered menu recommendations when asked. I ordered the chicken tender plate. I had to really stare at my plate when I received it. The tenders were so big I thought I accidentally received chicken fried steak. The chicken was tender and flavorful. I enjoyed the fries and coleslaw as well. This is a must visit when you are in the Wilmington area. It's a place worth checking out! read more

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Because everywhere was so busy and long wait times were over an hour we were glad to find Front Street. We only waited approximately 30 minutes and we shopped to the close by stores until they texted us. We were thankful to be sitting upstairs in the back because it was a little loud but not really any louder than any other brewery style restaurant. Keegan was our waitress and she was very attentive and on top of things. I ordered the chicken sandwich without the bun and added cheese and teriyaki sauce with fries. there was a delay in our food coming out because apparently they burnt the chicken and remade it but Keigan kept us informed. definitely a good dinner and experience. read more

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Came here for dinner a few nights ago before having to pick up a friend at the airport. Looked like a fun place to eat with good brews on tap. Keegan was our server and she was darling. Such a sweet and fun person that made us all smile! The restaurant was set up like a nice pub with views of the brewing process. We ordered some beer as well as the pretzel with mustard and queso on the side. As you can see from the pic, the pretzel was delicious! Barely got a picture! For dinner my vegetarian friend had the roasted portabello pita and said it was delicious and filling. She loved that there were several veg/vegan options on the menu. Two others had the shrimp and grit cakes and both loved them! The grit cakes were amazing! I had a regular burger with fries on the side. The burger was cooked perfectly and juicy. Fries were delicious and good to dip in the queso from the pretzel. We would definitely go here again! Thanks for a great service Keegan! read more

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Y'all- this place is GOOD. They have their own signature beers and offer whiskey flights as well. We split the chicken nachos and a pretzel with queso. Everything arrived super quickly and the bartender was attentive and friendly. It's a small spot but offers outdoor and indoor seating- they fill up quickly so plan ahead. Pro tip- add a little dab of brown mustard from the pretzel to your nachos. Thank me later. read more

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My wife is amazing at finding places for us to eat and explore. We knew we had guests visiting us that wanted to check out Wilmington. She did her research and found this place as one of our options to eat. We were exploring the historic downtown area of Wilmington and decided to grab some food. My wife checked her research and this place was very close. We walked to Front Street Brewery and entered the historic building. The brewery began producing craft beer in 1995 at this location that had previously sat vacant from 1982 until 1994. The location had many lives. It began as a dry goods store in 1865, was at one point the largest carpet store in the state. It once had a dentist office, sold suits, musical instruments and was a men's clothing store. It was not too busy and we were seated right away in a booth. We were provided menus and offered drinks. They have a full bar specializing in bourbon and they brew their own nice selection of beer. We all wanted water but I added a Port City IPA. Our server Ryan was awesome and helped us navigate the menu as we made our selections. We decided on a few appetizers, the beer nuggets with both queso and marinara and also the brewery soft pretzel with queso. When Ryan returned we placed our orders. Our table of four ordered the following: shrimp and grits, the American burger, the pimento burger and the shrimp plate. Our appetizers arrived in a timely manner and while the pretzel was good, the beer nuggets were amazing! Our entrees arrived a short time later and also looked delicious! We all enjoyed our selections and thought the portions were generous as well. After our meal, we went to look at their beer to go and swag. My wife and I thought the building itself was spectacular and we inquired about the tap room upstairs and Ryan offered to take us on a short tour. He told us the third floor tap room is primarily used as an event space but opens on the weekends as well. We could easily see how this would work very well as both a private event space and overflow for busy weekends. The second floor mezzanine is impressive as well and offers fantastic views of the first floor. Overall, this was a fabulous experience. The service, the food and the environment was top notch. We highly recommend to others in the area! read more

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We've been here several times after moving in the military and back here in NC again. This is one of our all-time favorite places to come and enjoy some really good food! The bar is filled with spirits of all kinds as well as the beer phew so there is something to please everyone's palate. They are kid friendly along with a kid menu. The ambience is laid back and a lot of history in this area as well as the building here. The food is delicious I love the burgers and the nachos I got omg dang delicious and it's actually a meal pair it with a nice beer and you are good! Their entire menu is filled with food that is delicious, plated well and hot when you receive it. Our waitress at the bar was top notch and very attentive. Just amazing! The entire crew here is amazing and expect to be taken care of when you are here! Slainte! What are you waiting on? Head here for some good food and drinks! read more

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We came here toward the end of the night. We were seated with outdoor seating. They have 4 picnic tables setup for outdoor seating (maybe 5). The tables next to the Irish Pub were not as great - it's by an alley and the smoke from the the smokers at the pub was a bit much. But we were able to move to a better spot and that was all taken car of. We ordered: - Fried Green Tomatoes - Pretzel chicken - Chicken tender plate - Portobello mushroom sandwich - Fried Green Tomato BLT sandwich with chips Everyone liked their meal. The wait staff was perfect / right on. The host seemed a bit bothered by us coming at the last hour they were open. Maybe it was a long night? read more

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Every time I eat here, I get the pretzel crusted chicken sandwich and its table slapping, toe curling, eye rolling back fantastic. I've never had a bad meal here. Anytime family visits, we bring no them here and they love it to. Solid choice for a night out. read more

I grew up in Wilmington and have been here dozens of times and have never had a meal that wasn't absolutely amazing. It's definitely in my top 5 Wilmington restaurants. The Pulled Chicken Nachos are absolutely a must try. One of the best dishes I have ever had. They have so many great appetizers but our top picks are low country grit cakes, fried green tomatoes, and fried pickles. For Entrees there are also a ton of options. Their Cobb salad is the best I've ever had. My favorite sandwiches are the fried green tomatoes BLT and the Pretzel Chicken which has the Alabama white sauce which is so flavorful. The fish and chips are also great and perfectly crispy. They have vegetarian and gluten free options and a kids menu. Definitely beer focused but they have plenty of other alcoholic drinks as well from cocktails, flights, spirits, and wine. Downstairs and upstairs dinning areas. Perfect for groups of all sizes. Very nice cozy ambiance. Family friendly for sure. Service is always great. Perfect location In the heart of downtown Wilmington surrounded by shops and nightlife. There is a parking deck right across the street. read more

My girlfriend and I came here tonight, she's been before but it was my first time. We were greeted and seated and that's when it took a turn for the worst. We ordered Chips and Salsa *menu said it comes with a lot of chips, it doesn't. For my main dish I got the quesadilla with mexican red rice, the rice was undercooked and hard while the quesdilla was completely burnt and charred. I don't know how it passed the quality check in the kitchen, when the server saw it she was visibly disgusted along with my girlfriend and I. It was the fastest we've ever dined and we barely ate, the food was so bad it ruined my appetite for the remainder of the night and felt sick after... read more

Front Street Brewery - Burnt quesadilla and undercooked rice - Breweries Near Me - Wilmington, North Carolina

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One busy place! 2 friends and I really enjoyed our meals. One had the Fried Green Tomato BLT, and the other friend & I both had Beer Battered Fish n Chips, but we asked for coleslaw & the Marinated Cucumbers w/Red Onion & Tomato (aka summer salad). Sandwich was with house made potato chips. Food came fast & fresh!!! Don't laugh too hard: Happily, since it's a typical hot muggy day in NC, the water tasted butter than many places! The pink lemonade was nice, too. Wait staff was friendly & professional ecen though I never caught anyone's name. Thank you for a good place to relax & rejuvenate! One of us is from NC, one is from CO, & I'm from CA. We now know where to go! read more

Front Street Brewery - Beer Battered Fish n Chips, coleslaw & Marinated Cucumbers w/Red Onion & Tomato - Breweries Near Me - Wilmington, North Carolina

We were looking for libations and we found Front Street, Winner Winner Chicken Dinner! Josh and Heather at the bar can sling some booze and make recommendations that will twirl your toes, and they had Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel and we made friends with an out fo town couple who shared their Old Forrester which was very good. We did not eat but it is on the next visit for sure. Just a cool place! read more

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Beer was good! Service was good. Rueben sandwich was rubbery- couldn't bite through it. read more