First time at Kipos. I am from Greece and rarely had food that comes close to being as good as authentic Greek food. Kipos met and perhaps exceeded that standard. The appetizers, mains, and desserts were off the charts. Staff were friendly, responsive, and attentive. Wonderful experience. read more

Kipos Hellenic Cuisine - Inside main dining. - Greek Near Me - Wilmington, North Carolina

We had dinner there on Wednesday and arrived right at 5pm so we were seated quickly. The ambience is wonderful with a high end feel and romantic atmosphere. The garden area was absolutely beautiful and worth going to for a evening meal just by itself. Definitely one of the nicer interior restaurants we have been to in a while. The menu options were ok, not as varied as I would have liked but I also think if I liked fish I would have enjoyed the options more They have an elaborate table side filtering of fish which would be a unique experience for those who enjoy fish. My husband ordered the braised short rib with orzo and I ordered the moussaka. No bread or any other offering was provided which was a bit disappointing at this price point Both of our dishes were good but nothing exceptional. I recently had mossaka in Edinburgh Scotland and it was noticeably better with a rich complex flavor, this one was a bit bland. I think if we had friends coming into town and wanted a nice upscale ambience where the food is secondary I would go back, but probably won't be a frequent option for us read more

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Went here for a bachelorette! Great food, beautiful patio and wonderful ambiance! Would come again

Great food and service we shared a few appetizers and entrees. First we started with the taziki And pita bread it was nice and fresh with great flavor. Then we had the sourdough with dips that had nice flavor. I then I got the short rib with orzo it was so tender and rich balanced well with savory flavors of the orzo. For desert we got the backlava it was delicious and rich. The restaurant looked great and was very inviting. I thought the outside seating looked great as well.c read more

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I did not have a chance to go inside. We sat outside. The are a ton of outdoor seating. The space is huge. It's decorated with plants. It's beautiful. The serve was attentive and knowledgeable of the menu. This was my first time having Greek food. It was pretty good! Make reservations! It gets filled quickly. I don't make a reservation but we arrived when they first opened and were able to get a seat. read more

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The food here is always good. The service is also on point. Ambiance is nice, can be a little tight depending on where they seat you. And hopefully never at the 2 high tops right next to door and waiting area. I would never sit there. Both my husband and I split the eggplant app, 6 oysters and we both had the Greek stuffed pepper. It was delicious, just wish they had the lemon Greek potatoes with the dish, then it would have been amazing. read more

Kipos Hellenic Cuisine - Greek Near Me - Wilmington, North Carolina

Service was great, inside was pretty. Food was ok compared to the price. 3% credit card fee was disappointing.

We the four of us ate at Kipos tonight 5/23 We were so excited ! All of us have eaten there often and love it for the atmosphere and the food. The waitress was awful! She ruined the vibe! We were talking and so excited to catch up and hear about our friends new 2 week trip they just got home from. We were soooo rushed! On every part from drinks all the way to dessert. We weren't asked about another drink. Afraid to ask about coffee. She kept interrupting our conversations and like a robot would interrupt and push us quickly to the next dish.i asked her to please slow down! Poor friend almost choked embarrassed to finish his food quicker! We all will think twice before we pick Kipos sadly. So... we love Kipos but when going for special events or a special night with friends we will sadly think twice now! read more

Looked up Greek cuisine so we could go out for my mother's birthday and Kipos was one of the highest rated. As you can see from the decor, it's a very nice restaurant that's modern and classy. It's clean inside and we were greeted by the front desk in a polite manner. We sat inside; if the weather was nicer we could've sat outside. Definitely next time! Our waitress came in and gave us a detailed explanation of the menu since we were first timers. She was knowledgeable despite being so young. Many people share their appetizers and sometimes even the entrees but we went ahead and got two appetizers and separate entrees. We first got the Grilled Sourdough with Fava Santorini. Very good! We also ordered the Grilled Octopus, and that was actually among the best we've ever had. It was charred, crispy, fresh and flavorful. Highly recommend. Then for our entrees. They took a little bit to arrive, but it was worth the wait. I got the short rib, and it melts; it was fantastic. My mom got the fish, which our waitress deboned in front of us. I was impressed with how well she performed it. Lastly, we ordered dessert, and we all picked off each others, and they were all sweet, tart and yummy as well. Overall, if you are looking for fine dining, nice ambiance, and high quality Greek food, Kipos is the way to go! read more

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Everything was amazing. So far the best Greek food I've had in NC. The moussaka was perfect. The service was also exceptional. read more

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From start to finish, this place blew us away. It was hands-down the most memorable dinner we've ever had in Wilmington. The magic started right at the door with Elena, the sweetest hostess who remembered it was my birthday and showed us a few different table options so we could pick our vibe. Such a thoughtful touch, and it instantly made the night feel special. Then came Garret, our server -- and wow. He was incredibly attentive, knew the menu inside and out, and made everything feel effortless and fun. We kicked things off with the Tosail oysters (so fresh, so good), then dove into two unforgettable entrées: lamb over couscous and salmon over a butternut squash purée. Every bite was next-level delicious. The atmosphere? Absolutely beautiful. Cozy and stylish, with jazz playing in the back and a garden that Garret suggested we explore while waiting for our food -- such a cool touch that made the experience feel even more unique. And just when we thought it couldn't get better, the manager came by with a handwritten birthday card to wish me happy birthday. It was such a personal, thoughtful moment that made the night unforgettable. We literally woke up the next morning still talking about it and already wanting to go back. Kipos is more than just a restaurant -- it's a full-on experience, and we can't recommend it enough. read more

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WONDERFUL! Oh my goodness, this place is a dream. The staff is wonderful, service is amazing. The ambience was dreamy. It was my first time there, and a friend and I went for a birthday dinner. We spoiled ourselves with a bottle of lovely wine (recommended by our wonderful server, Maddie) and ordered the tzatziki and sourdough appetizers. The tzatziki portion was large and delicious. The sourdough came with a few olives and a red pepper spread, just a small amount. The olives were so good. My friend had the branzino which was prepared tableside. Maddie was VERY thorough removing the bones. It was delicious and "like a cloud" according to my friend. I had the octopus app and the beet salad (shared) and the brusselsprouts and we enjoyed all of it. We ordered the baklava cheesecake and they brought it out with a birthday candle. No singing, just a sweet gesture. I also received a signed card from the staff, wishing me a happy birthday. It was such a lovely night. I highly recommend! Sorry, no photos, too busy eating and enjoying! read more

All elements of our visit was top notch. Kipos has become our go to restaurant for celebrations.

I still think about the Moussaka on a daily basis. The restaurant is so cute. Ambience is on point. I had a spicy sour fruity drink too. I wish I knew what it was called. I asked our server to surprise me and she did indeed. I can't wait to go back! read more

We have been big fans of Kipos in chapel hill and are saddened that they flooded. The wilmington site does not disappoint with the fabulous food, ambience and incredible waitstaff. We will be back soon and hopefully they will have the Greek cookies ... read more

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My partner and I dined at the restaurant last evening. Among other dishes we ordered was the lamb chops w couscous and a vegetable. The lamb was perfectly cooked however the couscous and veggie were cold. I brought this to the waitresses attention who promptly informed the kitchen We were disappointed that the cold items were not replaced w property cooked ones read more

Amazing food and venue, the garden was beautiful. But the experience was so dampened by management's error. We went as part of a bachelorette group and confirmed with management before the weekend multiple times that we would be seated outside - my friend's fiancé went so far as to prepay for bottles of wine to accompany our reservation. When we arrived, they let us know we were actually indoors - come to find out - they mistakenly seated another bachelorette at our table and gave them the prepaid wine despite multiple times of flagging to staff that we thought there was a mistake. Management ended up bringing over the wine to us - but instead of comping any meals, comped the food of the other party (not ours) who benefitted from their mistake. It was a bummer that despite the detailed planning, the dinner was so negatively impacted by an oversight like this. We're still waiting on management to reach out to us to right the wrong like they told us they would.... read more

Kipos was the perfect spot to celebrate my birthday. The ambiance was homey, the drinks were fantastic, and the food was executed with perfection and out in a timely fashion. Our waiter Keith had a great personality and was very knowledgeable on the menu. After eating at many Wilmington restaurants, this is by far one of the best. The octopus was superb and cooked perfectly, which has been hard to find in Wilmington. I was also very surprised by the hand written birthday card. This restaurant pays attention to details and knows how to make guest feel special. read more

We liked the one in Chapel Hill, so we were happy when this one opened. Our server explained that this location is considered upscale dining compared to the other location. We don't mind that because it's nice to go somewhere without T-shirts and baseball hats everywhere, which are perfectly fine in the right place. The interior is beautiful and has plenty of seating. It will get loud in there when it's full making it difficult to converse with a larger group. The service was impeccable. They only serve Greek wine which adds to the authenticity and it's always fun to try something new. The food was good. It wasn't the best food we've eaten, but it was good. Just not quite worthy of a 5. read more

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I loved the Cauliflower Steak! I really appreciated the wide variety of vegetarian and vegan options. Everything was delicious, and you can tell the food is expertly prepared with fresh, thoughtfully sourced ingredients. read more

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My friend and I loved everything about Kipos-abience, outdoor beauty, friendly staff, exceptional service by chef and waiter. Kudos to Nick the chef, and Luke, our waiter, for spending time with our questions and restrictions. We had many delectable appetizers, wine and a decadent chocolate dessert. We highly recommend this restaurant and can't wait to return. read more

Came here on a Sunday evening for dinner around 6pm. Was able to get a nice parking spot and able to be seated right away. The inside is so cute with great decor and the outside garden is also very cute. Everything looked very cohesive and the workers all looked very professional. All the appetizers sounded very good. I would've ordered all of them! We ordered the zucchini chips to split and they were so tasty! So crispy and the sauce was delicious! I then ordered the short ribs. Yummy! There was a lot of meat and the flavors worked really well. A little bit of a pricier meal but this place would be great if celebrating a special occasion or a fun date night! read more

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oof. Oyster Roast was such an excitement to go to. Oysters, a beautiful patio, and servers that try. I got so so so so sick from their oysters, I don't think I will eat them again. They must not properly store them. They are going to kill someone someday. Nothing about this ''corporation'' of restaurants is a good thing. Its disgusting and I would NEVER suggest paying high end prices for sub par food. GO TO SEABIRD OR ANYWHERE ELSE. read more

Kipos is stunning. We opted to sit outdoors because it is lovely and peaceful. The garden is lovely, and includes a private table in a birdcage. The menu was full of amazing options. I had octopus medallions, perfectly seared, for my appetizer. My partner had horiatiki, a salad full of splendid garden vegetables including heirloom tomatoes cucumber and feta cheese. For entrées she had red snapper with gigantes beans and artichoke/olive tapenade. I couldn't resist the kakavia, a savory seafood stew that included roasted fennel. Mussels, shrimp, lobster, grouper. Each mouthful was rapture. The baklava is enough for four, but it is so good it's hard to share. read more

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We were able to snag a last minute reservation and I'm so glad we did. This spot has been on our list for a while, since Wilmington is lacking in good Greek food. This checks the box! We were seated on their sealed in patio (I bet its wonderful in the summer with a nice breeze!) and there were a few parties around us. Since it was an outside setup, there was a lot of concrete to bounce noise around. It was really miserable out there and we could not enjoy each other. Luckily, they were able to move us inside which was much more pleasant. Inside, the decorations are light and airy. Our service was decent. She always seemed to be a step behind us but we were just grateful to be there. A couple other servers came by at various points of the night which is a welcome surprise. Their cocktails were nothing exciting, and they were pretty expensive. I think we all had one drink each. Starting with the classics: we enjoyed the tzatziki and saganaki. One of the servers brought by the fried zucchini for us as well. Entrees included the branzino, and two pasta dishes. I thought the lemon veggie pasta was bland, but that could be because the apps were so good. Overall, we were very pleased to visit this spot. I look forward to coming back! read more

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I really enjoyed my dinner at Kipos. The atmosphere was super cute - I loved the blue and white decor, dinnerware, etc. Our waitress was really helpful in suggesting wine and going over the menu. We had a vegetarian in our party and were happy to find there was a vegetarian ravioli option on the menu. Portions were definitely small, but that's how I prefer it and I left feeling satisfied. Our dinners, desserts, and cocktails were yummy and presented well. I hope to return in different weather to enjoy the outdoor patio! read more

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Words aren't enough to express how much we love this great restaurant! What a wonderful ambiance with the most beautifully prepared and delicious food! Service has always been on point- very efficient and kind! Our " go to" for a nice evening out! 5 stars + read more

You must go to Kipos for Dinner. We had a wonderful dinner the other night. Spicy Feta, Octopus, snapper and seafood stew. The service was on point. The deco of the restaurant fits the Greek vibe. I cannot wait to return once I am back. read more

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Tonight's meal and service was phenomenal! I celebrated an engagement of a friend of mine. I had the grilled octopus and tzatziki. My friend has the ravioli and her fiancé had the beet salad, and gave something lol That gave something was SO good and the beet salad was delightful. Everything was phenomenal. Service was top notch and ambiance was also perfect! read more

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"It's all Greek to me." I'm not Greek so I won't opine if it is authentic but what I do know is the food is great! Welcome to Wilmington Kipos! Let's start at the beginning...reservations are hard to get so we sat at the bar. Since visiting the Greek islands this summer, I have craved Greek wine and it's really hard to find...not anymore...the entire wine list is Greek...yay! Jimmy, the server at the bar is fantastic. He made my husband a specialty cocktail that did not disappoint. The great thing about sitting at the bar, it's like being in Greece...we shared food and drinks with others at the bar and the only thing missing was the Greek dance and an Oompa! Appetizers....Saganaki...I mean cheese is good but fried cheese with pita...the octopus was terrific and the olive oil on the sourdough bread is straight from Greece. Dinner...Jimmy recommended the specials and he was right. The Pan-seared barramundi fillet was a burst of flavor and the "crab salad" was pure crab meat on top of a perfect filet of white fish in a broth that was bursting with flavor. My husband had the ribeye and it too was delicious. From the regular menu, my son had the braised lamb shank that was so tender it fell from the bone. All amazing! Dessert...truly the finale...the key lime pie was so good we ordered a second and the Ravani was oh so good!! Definitely will be back. Can we just say Oompah!!! read more

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Made dinner reservations on opentable. This new restaurant is located next to Lilies and lace. Enter Lumina Station from Eastwood road. Covered outdoor seating is available. The decor and design of the restaurant is very nice, simple and elegant. They thoughtfully chose every detail of the restaurant from the airy netted window shades to straw decorated wood sconce bulbs. Fresh flowers adorn each table. Even the bathrooms are nice with the salmon colored Greek statue inspired wallpaper, leather rimmed mirrors, and gold colored phone holder in the stalls. Some menu items were clearly popular. By 6:30 p.m., they were already out of branzino (whole fish from Mediterranean) and low in moussaka and short ribs. Red snapper was offered as an alternative option. In the back of the restaurant, fresh whole fish was displayed on ice. For appetizers we started with the melitzanosalata spread ($10), wbc sourdough ($8), and the cauliflower and broccoli ($12). I loved the Smoky flavor of the eggplants in the melitzanosalata. The sourdough was warm and crusty. Portion size of the melitzanosalata and the tomato spread with the sourdough was small. The cauliflower and broccoli was served cold, steamed and flavored with lemon. They were okay. For entrees, we had the black stripe bass ($35) and the short rib giouvetsi ($27). The black stripe bass was fresh and perfectly cooked. It was a petite whole fish (Don't eat this on first dates as you will be fishing out bones every bite and that does not look pretty). It came with a light salad with a lemon and olive sauce. The short ribs were also good, tender, but not melt in your mouth. I liked the tomato based orzo that came with the short ribs. The dessert menu with short, only three options. It was disappointing they only had one Greek dessert. We tried the key lime pie, made locally ($15). It was good, not tart (which may disappoint some people) and interestingly made in a biscoff cookie crust. Definitely overpriced. For drinks we tried the C. Lazaridi Oenodea Red, which was good. We appreciated Bill, one of the owners, stopping by and getting our feedback. Glad to have a nice Greek restaurant in town! read more

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First time visit to this restaurant. The staff was excellent. Our food was very good, we had the beet salad, the tortellini, the souvlaki, the lettered, and the NC Snapper. Everything was delicious. We sat outside and that area was well appointed. read more

Loved it. Loved the atmosphere, the food, the service. We started with the Grilled Octopus - don't be afraid of it because it was wonderful. I had the Branzino, served whole, with a salad with a lemony vinaigrette - super simple but so delicious. My daughter had the pork chop special and devoured it along with part of her grandmother's moussaka which was also spot on. My husband had the braised short rib which was full of flavor and incredibly tender. If you go for anything, though, go for the baklava cheesecake. It was so good, the next time we go back I may order that first (and then one of their delicious entrées). Our server was amazing, just the right amount of attention. She had wonderful suggestions for wine pairings for each of our courses. The main part of the dining room is lively - great for a larger party with their long rustic looking tables but there are two other spaces that are a bit quieter. Make a reservation and treat yourself to this great little restaurant. read more

Ambiance of the place is amazingggg!! The decor, photos on the wall, and the outdoor pergola/gazebo section were simultaneously captivating and inviting. The service staff was plentiful and very nice, attentive and caring. There was a rain storm and they personally brought people umbrellas to stay dry. Ordered the fava bean dip, beet salad and the summer fettuccine. My brother order the grouper and brussel sprouts. The fava dip, beet salad, sprouts and grouper all had rave reviews. Portion size was perfect, flavors were unique, textures were on point... all great! The biggest standout to me was the beet sorbet in the salad - I've never had anything like it and would definitely recommend! The fettuccine fell a little flat in comparison to the rest but was still good. Just my least favorite of the options. read more

For my first dining experience here, I was going to say that I celebrated my 50th birthday AT Kipos, but in actuality, I feel like I spent it WITH Kipos. What spectacular, personalized service and food! In addition to our server, Shelly, being so helpful and attentive, the manager was very involved in our experience as well. He sat us at a beautiful table in the garden under our own gazebo and checked in with us several times. Being Greek, I can tell you that not only was this cuisine done right, but it actually bested some restaurants I just visited in Greece this Summer. My personal favorite of the night was braised short ribs over orzo, which was delightfully delicate and perfectly seasoned. Also, get the baklava cheesecake - you won't see it anywhere else! read more

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I really hate to say this but this place just was not worth the hype. The ambiance and service was great but we were there to eat and the food was not great. We felt everything was burnt and that was the only flavor you got and for the prices and quality it does not have us rushing to give it a second chance. read more

Kipos Hellenic Cuisine - Greek Near Me - Wilmington, North Carolina

I have to say the ambiance is enchanting. It takes me out of Wilmington and back to a sophisticated place in miami by the beach. The service was amazing, super friendly and helpful. Food wise, I was not super impressed until we had the Moussaka. We ordered the saganaki, zucchini stack and keftedes. Good but not anything more. The moussaka was exceptional after the small plates. If you like to order a bunch of littles I def recommend maybe one small plate and then onto the entrees. As recommended by our server, we ordered an espresso martini to top off the night and totally worth it! read more

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Great atmosphere amazing food. Our go to place when we have family and friends visiting.

kipos is in a beautiful building, lots of different dining spaces and a cool outside dining area. the service was excellent and food is good. well worth a visit. read more

I really hate to write this because this has been one of my favorite restaurants for years but today our food had too many issues (a manager was informed of raw chicken so they have an opportunity to do better for other customers). First minor issue was that our Saganoki was burnt. We did not complain about it but it didn't taste at all how it normally does. It wasn't a big deal yet very disappointing. The bigger issue was my chicken was undercooked (raw pink/red center and ohh gosh the texture was so wrong). I did not get far before I stopped eating and was pretty grossed out. My son ordered the same thing and luckily his was cooked (his was thinner cubes). Things happen so I patiently waited to tell someone about my food. I never ever send food back but this wasn't safe to eat. A man wearing a suit came by and asked if everything was okay (he saw I was not eating) so I showed him my food and he said oh, chicken shouldn't be raw and picked it up and walked off. He came back to tell me they were remaking it. I thanked him but I really didn't want chicken after that. . . It came out and looked extra charred. I asked for a box and brought it home for my dog because after having raw chicken in my mouth, I am in no hurry to eat it again but it was $28 so I figured my dog would be happy. If I had the opportunity I would have asked for a salad instead. My husband and son had basically finished their food by the time my replacement meal that I didn't actually want came. . . I understand and appreciate the gesture but I just couldn't do it. The zucchini was amazing as always. That was the highlight for me. My husband and son both enjoyed their food though they had a hard time because they felt bad I didn't have my food. I also had a really good mocktail and our waitress was super sweet. The restaurant itself is beautiful and the front of house staff are incredible. Sadly, the food I had tonight was not cooked properly, so we will not be returning. **update: woke up sick in the middle of the night. :( read more

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