Amazing food and great wait staff…read more We took our whole family including 4 children. Everyone enjoyed their meals.

We stayed a week on the island and this was a place that we ate dinner out one evening. It was the…read morebest place that we tried that week. They have indoor and some limited outdoor seating which was nice as it was a nice evening to sit out. I had a salmon meal and my wife had a steak. Both were very good and the service as nice. It is a little pricey but you kind of expect that in a beachtown during summer season. We will definitely go back next year when we visit.

I was staying next-door at the Home2 suites and the front desk said this was a great place, so I…read morefigured I'd try it out. It's sort of Italian and sort of steak and sort of a little bit of everything. Really clean, strait forward , reasonable menu, nice ambience. It feels kind of high end but the pricing is definitely mid range. I selected the tomato basil soup as my appetizer. It came with a nice toasted crustini. It was a really good soup. It tasted fresh. It had a lot of body to it like, maybe they did the tomatoes here in the house from fresh. It was definitely tomato. The basil was kind in the background, but it was a true red sauce. It was almost tomato paste or tomato sauce flavor. I would've not complained if they given it to me over a bit of penne.. It had a really nice flavor on it not too sweet not too acidic really a very good soup. It came out in a footed coffee cup so you're getting about one cup of soup. The main course was the broiled seafood platter. It was anchored by a large piece of mahi-mahi, that was amazingly well prepared, firm and tasty. To the side of that was a wonderful crabcake, one of the best I've had anywhere and definitely the best in the Carolinas. It did not have too much breading and it had a wonderful texture with lots of good crab flavor. Drizzled across all of this were scallops and shrimp. The shrimp were a little overcooked if you asked me. The scallops were sweet and perfect and everything you would want them to be. The side that comes with this is their crab fries which essentially our beer battered french fries dusted with old bay seasoning. If you've ever had the crab fries at the Philadelphia, ballpark, this is the way they do it. For dessert, I ordered the lemon cello mascarpone cake. It comes drizzled with raspberry sauce. I had visions of lemon curd, and what I got was really good and really lemonade and good cake. But it's not a very big slice. I know about the weight staff. I don't know if they're all good, but mine was exceptional and lovely to talk with. The place was very busy. It had a nice vibe to it, it could've been in South Beach or Miami or Los Angeles, not that it was over over the top just that it was very clean and nice and well done. This is a professional restaurant not some amateur attempt. I recommend it.

Casual restaurant serving a variety of items. Ahi tuna app was very fresh seared perfectly…read more My daughter had a cheeseburger and fries Burger was ok fries great I had crab cake dinner which was very good. Crab cakes were light with hefty amount of crab and a side of asparagus , grilled, which was good. Service was friendly and prompt and the vibe had a nice chill atmosphere .

The Cloud 9 Rooftop Bar is the best place to enjoy a sunset over the water. The open air bar and…read morethe views of the river keep me coming back time after time. It's a perfect place for after work drinks to wind down. The waitstaff will come around to you and are very attentive and friendly. I have not ordered food, only drinks, so I can't comment on the food but they do have small flatbreads that look delicious. I highly recommend the Fire and Flame Mule. All of their signature cocktails have been great but this one was the perfect mixture of tequila, sweet and spice (without being too sweet). On Thursdays, they have a margarita flight which is a fun way to kick off the night. They also have a full bar and beer and wine menu. Come for the drinks, stay for the sunset.

I was staying at the Embassy Suites in Wilmington so I stopped in to the rooftop bar one evening…read morefor a drink and to check out the view. The view from up there are amazing! There's plenty of shading up there as well, since you're on the roof and it's pretty hot up there, but it's comfy in the shade. Service was decent and they have a full bar, along with a menu of decent bar bites. It's worth visiting when in the area!

We came across this on a stroll in Wilmington on a Sunday morning and glad we did! They had a…read moregluten-free plant based bagel that was delicious. It came with sausage, eggs, cheese, spinach, and tomatoes. The honey lavender coffee was refreshing. upscale and various spacious seating inside. There's also a beautiful patio outside with cornhole, Adorandack chairs and sofas.

Brilliant panoramic views of Wilmington and the river. Perfect weather and great drinks made the…read moreevening so memorable. Highly recommend the burger and truffle fries. Bring a date and relax!! Super clean, great staff and reasonable prices.

Struggled with the rating. I could have gone 3 stars but decided on 4. The deciding factor was…read morehow cheap the drinks were. Located on Front Street, right in the heart of downtown. The Rooftop bar is on the 5th story of the building it is in. There is an elevator, but if you are a glutton for punishment, you can take the stairs. The drinks are very reasonable. 3 beers cost me $10. Not a huge selection of draft beer, but many others in cans/bottles. Bartender was very good, friendly and efficient. The bar is in the middle, with seats all around. You can also take you drinks to seating outside with better views of the Cape Fear River. One section gives you a great view of the battleship across the river. There are criticism in other reviews about the views, which I get. The Southside views are mostly looking at the rooftops of other buildings, not that they can change that. There are other obstructions they can control if they wanted which would improve the viewing experience. The bar is very laid back, with a mixed crowd. Recommend.

If you're looking for a fancy rooftop bar- this ain't it. If you're looking for a cool spot to hang…read morewith a good bartender, this is it. No frills, small bar atop a roof featuring views of the surrounding area. Loud music playing, definitely a locals type joint.

friendly service, and great burgers and wings what's not to love! The vibe was also super cool!read more

The Reel Rooftop is awesome, just don't expect a place to sit!…read moreCool place. Why? We all need a place to park.

Tequila's is a fantastic restaurant with great food, great service, and a great outdoor seating…read morearea facing the river in good weather. All of the food and drinks there are amazing, but we especially love Taco Tuesday with $2 tacos. We recently had Jonas as our server and he is amazing - listen to his recommendations, they are gold! Very friendly and very attentive. One thing worth noting is that parking is out back behind the restaurant - it's almost hidden, but it's pretty fun to park on the pier and then walk to the restaurant by the river. Can't wait to go back!

This restaurant is such a vibe! And the views are amazing! We sat on the patio & there was live…read moremusic. Our servers Brady & Trey were super nice & accommodating. We will definitely be back whenever in town!

Fun place for good music, drinks, and people watching! Got a beer and a shot of Jameson on special…read morefor $8.

Great time but the bouncers should definitely be provided with space heaters or something for the…read morewinter season...

The Aloft in Wilmington, NC and does an incredible job blending historic character with modern…read moredesign. The property has personality--you can feel the old railroad-era roots--as it once was originally the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad freight office. They've preserved elements like the brickwork and faded signage, while updating everything inside with a clean, modern aesthetic. The rooms are spacious, well laid out, and have that signature Aloft vibe--modern, comfortable, and functional without feeling generic. Plenty of room to spread out, which is always a win. The standout, though, is the rooftop bar, Aview. Great atmosphere, well-designed space, and the river views at sunset are hard to beat. You can even see the USS North Carolina across the river. Overall, this is one of those hotels that feels like part of the destination--not just a place to sleep. An excellent blend of history and contemporary hospitality. Would stay again.

Prior to check in, I requested a mobile key. Upon arrival the front desk staff giggled and…read morewhispered among each other during my check in. I was given my room key and told that the mobile key should start work shortly. Howeverc it never worked; the morning of my race, I asked the gentleman at the front desk about the mobile key and he informed that since there wasn't a request for one, he couldn't give me one. As a Marriott Elite member who travels frequently, I've never experienced this before. I deserved the one bedroom balcony suite but it was an Open / Studio style layout. Room- 3/5 Customer service - 2/5 Location - 5/5

First time at this location and I would definitely return…read more One minor downside I've found with the Hilton brand in general is the TV setup--there are no number buttons on the remote, so you can't jump directly to a channel, which can be a bit frustrating. Now for the good: The location is excellent--within walking distance to downtown restaurants and the Riverwalk area. The rooftop bar offers great views and decent food, making it a nice spot to unwind. The staff were friendly and helpful throughout my stay. The room was spacious and cozy, with a river view, a microwave, mini fridge, wet bar, and sink--all great conveniences. The bed and pillows were very comfortable, and there was a good workspace as well. The only other minor issue was the thermostat--it was a bit tricky to operate, and the display text was small. Overall, a very pleasant stay and well worth it.

Stayed here for a couple of night for work as I was in town for a conference. Check in was decent,…read morethe lady at the desk was friendly and helpful. My only frustration (which I seem to say about every Hilton review I give) is that they don't do well allowing check-ins earlier than 2PM - 4PM. I know full well what time check-in is, but Hilton needs to get with the program with business travelers... We need to check-in when we arrive. We often have the day planned and need to get the check-in out of the way so proceed with our day. I very rarely have this problem at Marriott properties and each time I say this, someone from Hilton replies telling me what time check in is. I get it, but that doesn't make it right and it's the reason I'm primarily a Bonvoy member and will be until Hilton fixes this. OK - Enough of that. The room was ok. It was a large king bed room with a living room when you walk in and a separate bedroom in the back. Housekeeping could have been better. There were stains on the chair next to the sofa that were nasty and quite obvious. The toilet and sink area were not cleaned during room refresh. Regarding comfort, the bed was nice. The TV channels were decent, but the streaming video selection was excellent. Bathroom was in definite need of being upgraded, with stains visible around the floor tile and tub basin. Common areas in the hotel were quite nice and large too, especially for when a larger conference is in town. The selection in their daily breakfast was quite impressive, as it included a person grilling up eggs, as well as many other buffet type breakfast items. And the daily social hour is a nice touch too. Would I stay here again if needing to attend the local convention center? Probably not, there's a Marriott property right next door I'd select next time.