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Tanner .. Piping Plover Pilsner...made here in Wilmington…read moreNC!! Wife had Red Oak Bavarian Amber Lager I ordered the Meatloaf, with asparagus and mashed potato's My wife had her usual chicken sandwich which I've forgotten the name but she did enjoy and the portion was large enough for me to get a few bites lol All was very good and we went be back

We had a larger party, so waited for some time but this was expected on a Saturday. Sat outside,…read moreshaded at high tops. Mixture of food from shrimp and grits to salads to blts. I had a Bloody Mary, well made. Some sodas and beers for all as well. I had the Cobb salad with a blue cheese vinaigrette- good, fresh veggies (great cucumbers). I do wish there was more roasted chicken/protein. Had a deviled egg on it, but flavor was a bit off on that so didn't eat it. Shrimp and grits x4 were good- grits a little thin, but flavor good. Only turn off was the tails being left on. On grits (and pasta) that is a pet peeve for me as you lose some of the shrimp and t makes it difficult to eat. BLT- good, fresh veggies and thick bread. French toast x2 - really good with a great variety of fresh fruit. Service was good.

8/16/24 - Time To Dig In

Coca Cola cake decadent

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Plan B

4.0(1 review)

Plan B is located in the Cotton Exchange behind Basics so after eating, you can shop at the stores…read morenearby. There isn't much room to sit inside, so we sat outdoors. One of the staff was nice enough to take our order at our table instead of us ordering inside. I ordered the vegan Panini and my friend ordered the flatbread special. We both thought our food was good. They were both petite size and served with plantain chips. We felt satisfied after eating every bite. If you're a bigger eater, you'll need to order something else to make it filling.

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Vegan panini

Brunch Thyme

4.3(28 reviews)

1.0 mi

I was staying at a nearby hotel this past Sunday and realized that a lot of breakfast/brunch places…read morein the area did not open until after 10am. At this point it was about 9:15am and I saw Brunch Thyme was open. Not doing a lot of research I walked over and assumed it was a sit down restaurant but quickly learned that it's actually take out. I think the worker saw the disappointment on my face when I walked in and she offered me a small foldable table to place outside which encouraged me to stay. My partner ordered the fish n' grits and I ordered The Frenchie which both turned out to be great choices. The fish was seasoned well, I believe it was whiting and the grits were rich and creamy. It came with a delicious gravy that we didn't notice until the meal was almost finished but ended up spooning like a soup. My French toast and eggs were tasty as well. For drinks they had canned Coke products, apple juice and bottled water. Sitting outside was hot and the bugs were constant but I was thankful to have a place to eat because again, I walked here (about 20 min). I observed many people eating in their cars or simply taking their food to go. With this, I also saw a few groups come and go as they didn't realize it was a take out style restaurant. Minus the heat, we enjoyed our meal and the customer service we received. Prices were responsible and portion sizes were filling. Check it out if you're in the area.

It was rather shocking walking in the door and realizing that this is not a restaurant but just a…read moretakeout counter. This establishment has been around for some years & the ambience reflects its age. The staff greeted us and were very friendly. The service was excellent, our order was ready in under 10 minutes. If you ask for a table one can be set up outside with a chair or two. Hubby had shrimp and grits. I had BEC and a side of grits. They were delicious and the portions were sizable. We will be back!

Menu 2/13/24

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SEC biscuit

Drift Coffee Shop & Kitchen Downtown

4.4(87 reviews)

0.2 mi

4.25 Quick line,…read morebright and open inside. Quick food delivery. Had 4 of us, plus one to go order. Avocado and egg x 3: Lots of avocado, egg, tomato jam, soft brioche- melt in your mouth delicious. Bodega (ham and cheese on brioche with caramelized onions): savory and a good combo per my husband. To go: Banana bread with berries and whipped to go- my daughter thought the bread tasted a bit burnt/after taste- but fresh berries. Americano with oatmilk Caramel latte half sweet Iced chocolate Mocha

Stopped in here to get some work done, it was very nice. Staff were great, space was clean. I had…read morethe breakfast burrito and it was delicious!

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Storefront for Drift Downtown

The Dixie Grill

3.9(506 reviews)

0.0 mi

Pleasant folks serving quality food with fair prices…read more Onion rings were a hit at our table.

The food was decent. Waitstaff decently attentive and no wait time. Wasn't looking for 5 star…read moreservice, just a hot meal. I got that. Cute decor and vibe.

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Chicken tenders and sweet potato fries

Rumcow

4.3(304 reviews)

We were finally able to stop into RUMCOW on Grace Street in Wilmington this weekend!…read more We had a reservation. We were seated within a couple of minutes. Our server Ava knew the menu and read the table well. No overselling, no scripted recitations. She just took care of us. Thanks Ava. The Blackened Chicken Breast came with basmati rice, seasonal vegetables, black bean salsa, and a chipotle cream sauce that worked harder than it had any right to. The flavors didn't compete. They really settled into each other. The Rumcow Salad, loaded with mixed greens, carrot, tomato, onion, cucumber, and wonton strips, we ordered topped with shrimp. It was sharper and more interesting than we had expected. It's a newer spot in Wilmington, and it shows. In The Best Sense. We'll be back for sure!

We've been to Rumcow many times over the years and always enjoyed it. It's a cool spot with two…read morefloors, a lively atmosphere, and a strong A sanitation rating (96.5), which is always reassuring. The service was friendly and attentive, and we started the evening with a bottle of Cambria Katherine's Vineyard Chardonnay (2023), which was a nice way to begin dinner. Unfortunately, the food this time around just didn't live up to what we remember. We started with the Asian Tots, which used to be one of the best items on the menu. In the past, the peanut sauce was poured over the top so everything came together as one dish. Now it's served in a small cup on the side, and there isn't enough of it to properly coat the tots. They also stopped finishing the dish with the salt they used to sprinkle on top, and even the presentation has changed -- the silver dome they once used is gone. What used to be a great appetizer has been reduced to something that's simply okay. For the main courses, the results were mixed but mostly disappointing. My blackened chicken was a little overcooked. My wife ordered the miso salmon, and that was overcooked as well -- which is especially noticeable with fish. When salmon goes past the sweet spot it quickly becomes dry, and that seemed to be the case here. None of the food was terrible, but none of it really stood out either. Dessert didn't help much. I ordered the carrot cake, but what arrived looked more like a small cupcake buried under a heavy amount of icing, with a large mound of whipped cream on the side. There wasn't much actual cake there, and it wasn't what I expected from a carrot cake dessert. One thing that stood out during the meal is that it feels like the kitchen may be constantly adjusting dishes -- moving sauces, changing presentations, tweaking things that didn't necessarily need fixing. In restaurants, sometimes the best move is to pick a lane and execute it consistently rather than continually modifying dishes that customers already liked. So here's the bottom line. Rumcow is not the Rumcow of yesteryear. Was the food terrible? No. But it was mostly meh, and that may be the most disappointing part. This used to be a place known for memorable dishes and small details done right. Right now it feels like a restaurant that has drifted away from what made it special. The atmosphere and service are still good, but the food just doesn't match the reputation it once had.

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Caipirinha

Gnome Nom Nom Deli- Morning Treats Afternoon Eats

4.8(17 reviews)

Tucked deep in the Cotton Exchange complex, this little deli packs a flavorful punch with their…read moresammies. I'm a huge fan of Boars Head products. Also, there's a large selection of locally baked GF treats. Come find this gem and support local eats! It was clean and service was prompt and courteous.

This spot was an unexpected delight that I happened to find hidden within the Cotton Exchange, that…read moretruly surprised me with the quality of their food and their friendly service. I ordered the Blt and it was phenomenal, the lady at the counter was so nice in helping me decide what to get, she even delivered it to me as I chose to sit outside in the courtyard. If you have the chance I highly recommend you sit outside as the ambience of the surrounding businesses, constant flow of shoppers and bright sun on my face made the experience all the more better. I highly recommend this place for a quick lunch if you're in the area!

Italian sub

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Rooster & The Crow

4.5(317 reviews)

0.2 mi

Absolutely wonderful liked everything we are planning on coming by it was so good can't wait to…read morecome back to try the chicken and waffles. The chicken pot pie is huge. Can't wait to try that. Everything just looks so good. The burgers are absolutely huge. Cannot wait to try everything on the menu.

Decided to try Rooster & The Crow during Memorial Day weekend when it was overcrowded and parking…read morewas limited. They wouldn't accommodate a party of 5 or more without everyone being present, which delayed our seating. Once we got to the table, the service was excellent (attentiveness to drink refills and quick delivery of food). The ambiance was family friendly, and the fried chicken was superb. There was even an arcade to entertain us while we waiting for the rest of the party to park. I think R&TC knows what they do well: southern style food for an affordable price and a family friendly atmosphere. In Wilmington if you're looking for a downtown location near the waterfront, you'll be hard pressed to find better.

Rooster Cogburn

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Chicken and waffles

Savorez

4.7(660 reviews)

Excellent food especially the fish specials. The cocktails are always inventive. Friendly staffread more

Cool place. Felt very local. Love the menu…read more We had grouper.shrimp and grits, and rose con Pollo, and pork dish. Flavores amazing Cook on pork and grouper slightly over. RCP won the night.

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Tostada

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Cocktails anyone?

Board & Barrel

3.5(51 reviews)

Was here recently for a girls trip and came here for dinner on a Saturday night. This is located…read moreinside The Hotel Ballast. There was a marine ball at this venue and men in uniform with the women dressed so beautifully in their gowns hanging out before they went to their ballroom. We had a great quiet evening, only a few people at the bar that evening - I had the salmon dinner with potatoes and spinach and it was delicious. Our server was kind and friendly. We got the scrumptious chocolate chip cookie with the vanilla ice cream which she flash froze for us so it wouldn't melt when we walked back to our houseboat. And it was still intact and not melted at all when we got back. That was a wonderful touch. This was a nice place to go to for a nice sit down dinner with good food.

Really good food, but the service was extremely slow. I think probably habitually understaffed…read more Give yourself plenty of time if you come here