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Lili's Restaurant and Bar

4.5 (229 reviews)
Closed • 11:30 am - 3:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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LILI'S RESTAURANT AND BAR ATMOSPHERE

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for kids
Dogs allowed

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Hot chicken sandwich and Duck-Fat Roasted Tater Tots
Annette B.

There were 4 of us here for an early lunch. We were seated right away as the place began filling up with locals. Our waitress was attentive and took our order quickly. The fried platter mistakenly came out as an appetizer, which was on the day's special menu as an entree. As a result, one person awkwardly ate while 3 of us looked on and on. Multiple tables coming in after us were served before our food came out. The waitress was very apologetic and we did receive a discount on our bill without asking. So, the problem was handled well, but did put a damper on the overall experience of the restaurant. The food was very good. The restaurant decor was fresh and had what looked like local artwork on the walls.

Berry Crumble with ice cream --- sooo good....
Charlene F.

Food was excellent from appetizers, to entrees to desserts. Service was friendly and efficient. It's a small and cozy restaurant with some covered outdoor seating. It was too hot for us to sit outside so joined the indoor crowd. It can get a bit loud but nothing too bad -- a little louder talking helped. Location is a bit tricky (behind the orthodontist office -- pass Truist Bank to get to it on same side of the shopping center as Ace Hardware) but we had scouted it out earlier in the day and made dinner reservations (highly recommend). Everyone enjoyed every bite -- no complaints. Did I mention how great the service was? Serving size was perfect!

Curried crab and shrimp cake sandwich
Christine C.

What a find. Beyond the typical local seafood, bringing in the curry levels up the flavor. Freshly made, the curried shrimp and crabcake sandwich is packed full of crab meat and not fillers. The hush puppies have a good traditional flavor with a little punch of crab. Delicious. Small place. I have a feeling I was lucky to get a seat because I showed up right after they opened. Worth a trip to Wilmington Island to have a meal here.

Vegetable curry
Matt N.

Just fantastic all around. Stopped in closer to close (8:30pm) and the staff was super accommodating of us and even welcome our dog Food and drinks were all fantastic and freshly prepared - the vegetable curry was excellent and a clear highlight, even though everything else was so good! Great service, great ambiance - just a complete gem.

Veggie Curry add Shrimp
Demor'a B.

I would like to give Lili's another try. I ordered the Vegetable Curry add Shrimp. It was prepared well but it was not flavorful and I was disappointed in my choice. The ambiance was nice and our server was very attentive! The menu offers great variety and I think you just need to know what to order. Brunch may be better for me!

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1 month ago

Service is second to none and I've ordered many of the items from the menu and all were superior !

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My wife and I enjoyed our experience! Great food and wonderful service!! Cute spot on Wilmington Island!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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6 months ago

Great food and great service! This place is one of our favorites. And they love the locals!

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1 year ago

Had a salad with chicken added. Chicken was tough and dry. Felt ignored by the waitress.

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1 year ago

The service was good but I wasn't impressed with the food. It wasn't bad, just not very memorable. I'll have to give it a second chance.

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Great salads, entrees and specialty cocktails. Super friendly service and not overpriced. 5 stars in every way. Rare. Kudos

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1 year ago

Always excellent food and service. We use them for all our family occasions and they never disappoint.

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3 years ago

Great food, service, and ambiance. Pizza was tremendous. Salads are outstanding. Highly recommend.

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8 years ago

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3 years ago

Other than being stingy with the bread, great meal! Calamari app was my favorite. Will definitely go back.

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