Really cute spot to get a drink. Friendly staff and a good amount of seating for how small it is.read more

New wine and beer bar/store located inside of City Market in the downtown historic district. Beer…read moreand wine, with some small prepackaged food items available. You can buy a bottle and drink there or take home with you. Same with the beer. They also have wine and beer by the glass. The wine selection is small but decent. I have found a couple of gems. The store is small with a few seats inside. They also have seating outside the store, inside City Market. Great place to grab a drink or a bottle to go, when visiting downtown. Cash, card and Apple Pay accepted. YELP GRIPE. I get this place opened about a month ago, but still, why am I adding this business to Yelp? It's in a very high traffic area and should have already been listed on Yelp. I am glad Yelp gives us the option to add businesses, but it seems I have added more than my share of businesses to Yelp in 2024.

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.

Drinks , great. Pizza from place next door can be brought in. Arcade and some other outdoor games,…read morelarge space , dogs welcome. Its what you want in a family friendly and inclusive brewery.

Fun brewery! Would definitely recommend. Great atmosphere…read more We had a very large crowd and they were able to accommodate us.

If you enjoy Wilmington Brewing Company then you need to head over to their newer brewery concept…read morein Downtown Wilmington. It is a huge space. The have beers from their other brewery on tap but we opted to try their beers. It was the sand dollar shoals czech lager for my husband and the reef runners west coast IPA for me. We both enjoyed them plus seeing the brewery cat. If you are looking to purchase a surf board they have stock and custom options available that you can watch them build. Cheers!

We all love Wilmington Brewery, right?? This is owned by the same couple, but it's in downtown…read more They serve different beer but have Tropical Lightening, of course! It's a huge space with a long bar and plenty of seats. The main area has tables and comfortable seating vignettes, they have a back area with more tables, and a small patio. They also serve cocktails! And, you can watch a surfboard shaper at work! Some would say Wilmington has enough breweries, but my family will say that we can never have enough of this fine brewer.

4.25 Great ambiance…read moreand music, went at night and during the day for a bit on a trip. Great bar staff. At night- sat at the bar, super friendly, GREAT live music. Good selection of beers and a full bar. My only wish was for more than one sour, but the mango was good and the coffee brew was also delicious. Day- Same open vibe, no music but still a great time. Casual vibe, some games, tvs, chess, open garage door style.

Located in the old New Anthem location, right on Dock Street in downtown. Nice draft beer…read moreselection, with some wine and cocktails on the menu for those in your party who don't want beer. That said, I would recommend the beer, since this is a brewery. Service was fine. You go to the bar to order your drinks. The building is cool with several different types of seating available. At the time I was there, they did sell some prepackaged bar type snacks, but no other food available. Note, since this is in the historic downtown area, you will need to find street, lot or garage parking, if you are driving in.

Finally! After many years, we made it back to Copper Penny! On our return trip from Southport we…read morestopped in downtown to grab a bite before heading home. We started walking around and my wonderful wife suggested Copper Penny. Absolutely! There was a short wait for a table, but we didn't mind. The inside is almost like we remember it. We did notice the menu is a lot smaller. The last time we dined here was around ten years ago. Definitely plenty of options. We went with the onion ring appetizer, Cobb salad, and the BBQ Burger. The atmosphere of Copper Penny is the same. Definitely missed this place. After a short wait our food was brought out. Everything was delicious. This is just an update, but we still love Copper Penny and will continue to return.

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.

We had a blast at Ponysaurus. They have a great beer selection, friendly staff, and delicious…read morefood. We enjoyed appetizers and pizza as well as a sandwich. Everything was great. They have a huge Biergarten area that was perfect for our large group. We also appreciated having the outside bar available. We will definitely be back.

Super fun place to check it. It is pretty big (back garden, upstairs, and tables up front), which…read moremeans it can get super packed. There was a whole pub crawl group when we went and it definitely got busy! Frozen drinks, THC drinks, beers, and cocktails for drinks. Ended up getting a guava wit 6 pack on the way out and it was great - sour, fruity, very drinkable. Lots of food options but we were told to get the garlic knots and we definitely needed those! The sausage and fennel pizza was delicious, I do wish the fennel had been a little more caramelized/charred. Pepperoni and basil came out fresh, they do let you customize a basic pizza if you don't want any of the specialty ones.

No food inside however food trucks are available outside for your convenience. The service was on…read morepar with being attentive . It wasn't very busy at the time, however as we sat at the bar it started to fill up with patrons. It's a local owned business so if you are in the area stop by.

My friend and I went to Eagle's Dare to see a 70's 80's band for free there. We made a donation at…read morethe door to get in. And there were vendors set up around the area. Not sure if that's the set up every weekend or if this particular night was an exception. There was a few corn hole boards for people to play on one side and the band was on the other side. There were a few spots to grab a drink, but we found a spot that sold "basic" beers and a moscato slushy which I thoroughly enjoyed! The band that played, played for at least an hour and a half without a break. We knew every song and sang and danced to the music. We had a good time!

What else can I say but excellent! The view was incredible, both inside and out. The food was the…read morebest I've had in town. Best of all our server, Diana, was the most professional, personable, and patient server I have encountered during my time in North Carolina. For the food, ambiance, and service I would hands down recommend this place to anyone coming to town.

We stopped in for a quick dinner. A very relaxed and casual atmosphere. The waitress was very…read morenice and helpful. The chips and salsa came out quickly and were fresh and hot. I ordered the chicken bowl and it was very filling with great portions. We also ordered a chicken quesadilla. Great spot for a quick and casual dinner.

What a fantastic evening at Dram Yard…read more We were a little concerned we might miss our 5:30 reservation after getting delayed by a seven-car accident on the bridge, but we arrived just a couple of minutes late and it wasn't an issue at all. From the moment we arrived, the experience was relaxed, welcoming, and exactly what we needed. We chose to sit in the beautiful courtyard, and with temperatures in the 70s, sunshine overhead, and a gentle breeze, it couldn't have been a more perfect setting. The outdoor gazebo bar creates a wonderful atmosphere for enjoying a cocktail before dinner, and if the weather isn't cooperating, the indoor dining space is equally inviting. A special thank you to Sarah, whose service was outstanding. She was cheerful, attentive, and genuinely seemed happy to be there. The restaurant wasn't crowded, which made for a peaceful and unhurried dining experience. For drinks, I ordered the Ghost Town, while my wife enjoyed the Venus Flytrap. Both were beautifully prepared and easy to see why they're among the restaurant's popular cocktails. The food was equally impressive. I had the Spaghetti Carbonara, and it was exceptional. The kitchen even accommodated my request for extra freshly cracked black pepper, which took an already excellent dish to another level. My wife ordered the Little Gem Salad with shrimp, and it was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. We also shared the Tuna Tartare Tostada, which was outstanding--beautiful presentation, fresh tuna, and a great balance of textures and flavors. Adding to the experience was a bottle of Albariño that paired wonderfully with the meal. What stands out most about Dram Yard is its atmosphere. It's the kind of place where you can settle in, slow down, enjoy a handcrafted cocktail, and forget about the stresses of the day. Whether you're looking for a date night, an evening with friends, or simply a quiet place to relax, Dram Yard delivers. Excellent service, creative cocktails, outstanding food, and one of the most relaxing outdoor dining spaces in Wilmington. We'll definitely be back.

This was the 3rd time we've been here. The first two times we did not make it to the table because…read moreof the service. They generally do not care about the customer at all. The star of the show is definitely the food. The chef is super proud of his food, and he should be. The only reason I'm giving this a 4 on food instead of a 5 is because there was no iced tea (in the summer in the carolinas - not really forgivable) the water was nasty and the biscuits on my Benedict were towards the burnt side on the bottom. Honestly, everything otherwise was amazing. What was really great: The restaurant itself is AMAZING! It's like being transported to a Parisian cafe. I love that when you walk in, you immediately see the fully in view kitchen. I'm assuming a chef owns the restaurant and designed the layout. The patio is quaint and delightful and surprisingly private for a downtown sidewalk restaurant. The eggs on my Eggs Benedict could not have been more perfect. I'm not a fried potato person; however, the pan fried potatoes here are mostly whole and they are out of this world. They were exceedingly crispy on the outside and completely soft on the inside. My son ordered the dutch baby. It was delicious. The accompanied fruit was perfect and truly ripe. I feel like they would have to toss a lot of fruit to get the ones that were truly that perfect. What did not work: The water - it was about 85 degrees out and humid. There is nothing here refreshing. Water is served European style meaning no ice and out of the tap. Warm tap water on a hot day in South Carolina is just nasty. It's ironic that while Europeans visiting the US for the World Cup are posting social media reels raving about ice in drinks in the United States, meanwhile The Dram Yard is insisting on pulling all of the worst parts of eating out in Europe into their restaurant. I truly dislike restaurants that serve canned and bottled beverages. It screams, "nickel and dime". If you bought your cans of soda at Costco and charged $4.00 for a can, I'd have to drink 9 cans before you're losing money. There is literally no reason to limit beverages other than driving higher profits. I hate price gouging. At the very least get a fountain and serve iced tea. SERVICE - the service staff simply makes you feel like they're doing you a favor by being open. Don't expect anything after that. When we arrived, the restaurant was at about 25% capacity with 2 food servers, who also double as the hostess. After waiting 10 minutes to be seated (yes...even at 25% capacity), service truly went downhill from there. It wasn't that the staff was rude. They were just not present and extremely slow. It honestly seemed like they were doing everything they could to not be seen. We needed salt, a refill of the water carafe and our check. That was it. The staff would come to our part of the dining room but then not even glance around or come by to see if we needed anything. I'm giving them a 2 because they were exceedingly slow and not present. When we did chase them down, I felt rude asking for help. The chef delivered our food. He was very proud and should be. However, here's the rub. The chef needs to learn that being in the restaurant business is not only about creating great food. It also requires front of house service and an overall dining experience that people are happy with. Right now, I'm walking away feeling: 1. great food and great atmosphere 2. terrible service 3. nickle and dimed me on drinks 4. doesn't have the sense to serve iced tea in the Caronlinas So - as much as I loved the food - there are too many restaurants in Wilmington that are good enough to overcome 2, 3 and 4 above. The Dram could be fixed so easily: 1. hire servers who want to be there and smile a little 2. put ice in your water 3. serve iced tea - at least in the summer months 4. get a soda fountain - it's 2026 Unfortunately, we won't be back because there are simply other options that, at the very least, hit 1, 2 and 3 with good food.