Sub Stop

Good vibes, large sammie's, and in house chips…read more Great spot to grab before the beach to throw in a cooler

A most excellent place to eat, drink, work, relax…read more We both work remotely and sometimes it's nice to get out of the house. Found this little lunch spot and were delightfully surprised to find a patio. And wifi!! The sandos were DELICIOUS! So glad to see draft beer options -- YUM! Some sunshine while we have to keep making a living (aka getting online to do that day job thang). We're already discussing what we'll order next time. I almost hesitate posting this bc I don't want it to become crowded! lol.

Dining Area at The Half

Chickpea Salad at The Half

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Inside-- 10/03/2025

Potbelly

4.1(68 reviews)

i went here for the BLTA (bacon, lettuce, tomato, and avodado)…read moreon whole grain bread. this was the best BLT i've ever had. the whole grain bread was 1) whole grain, and 2) dense. they didn't scimp on the bacon. for quality you have to pay. this is not discount city- it is a quality sandwich shop.

Ehh! It was good but the sandwich was all filler and no…read moremeat, do yourself a favor and go to Publix, HT or Jersey Mikes, all much more meat for the Price and the toasting I was looking for, they could have put it in the Microwave to TOAST IT as they did. It is average but the staff was pretty amazing and pleasant. The inside is decorated nicely and it is comfortable but I would give that up for a meaty sandwich.

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The Kitchen Sink

4.4(101 reviews)

3.5 mi

Great service Good food…read moreWent in for lunch for the first time and employees were courteous and helpful to us while figuring out what get

Very cute small local eatery. In the heart of the Brooklyn arts district. The staff is very nice…read moreand they are very helpful. Loved their lavender lemonade. Fresh lemonade mind you! Had the Parmesan fries and they were good. My kids (the toddlers!) came with me it's kid friendly. We ate in the back patio. They only have one umbrella so rest of yard is in the sun. Inside is small seats a lot. Chairs mixed with benches. You basically order food then they call you up. The staff was kind to bring to me in back knowing I had toddlers with me. They had kids options on menu but basics like pbj chips fruit Mac and cheese etc... I'll have to come back one day with a friend to try the good food lol. Plus, we're here on Saint Paddy's day which is not necessarily the most ideal time to be here lol

Kitchen area

Brooklyn Bird

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The Goat Sandwich

S&L New York Style Deli

4.3(154 reviews)

Read mixed reviews beforehand, pulled into a packed parking lot (good sign). Seated quickly, menu…read moreitem recommendations made by server who was also the owner (Tammy). Great convo with Dave (Tammy's sister, also owner). Felt extremely welcomed, communication very high from staff, and FOOD WAS AMAZING. Cardiac arrest omelet, ranchero burrito, jalepeno cheddar bagel, sweet cream pancakes. WOW. We'll be back, we've already recommended to 3 people nearby since we left this morning. Also, they have real coffee mugs. Not cheap little white ones like ihop. Big plus

They know what a "light and sweet" coffee is! There's that! That's authentic NY haha... no one else…read moregets this here for some reason. Sfoiatella pastry is to die for its very authentic freshly made crispy. They do put powdered sugar on it so if you pre-order for pick up on another day, they will do it without the sugar. I'm not a big fan of the egg and cheese sandwiches. I'll be honest I think it's just me finding what the right cheese mix is or maybe it's the role because it's very like a Kaiser roll but very fluffy. Maybe I have to have that scooped out. The eggs just don't do it for me and I can't put finger on it! They made great deli sandwiches though for my friends and I boat trip!

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The Ron

Cheese Smith

4.3(157 reviews)

2.5 mi

If I was a gourmet mouse I'd have to place this location of dairy delights high on my list…read more Take your first step with the OG and then explore the variations on a theme The sandwiches are HUGE and should really be shared. I think the tomato soup is fabulous paired together. I prefer eating g outside. Ambiance inside is a bit dull.

I was pleasantly surprised by this one. I'm not a fan of "cheesy" things nor do I have an affection…read morefor grilled cheeses, but I really enjoyed this experience. I ate half of a Buffalo Baby and half of a Figgie Smalls. Both were good, but I enjoyed the Buffalo Baby. The Figgie Smalls was the perfect blend of sweet and savory; I just missed having some meat on it. Bacon or some type of pork would have been perfect. I'm glad that I gave this place a try! The service was great, and the atmosphere was welcoming.

Atmosphere

LARGE SMITH FRIES

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Cheerwine

Midtown Deli & Grill

4.3(35 reviews)

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There are some vegetarian options; I chose to have their sampler plate (fruit & vegetables & potato…read moresalad instead of a meat one, though potato is a lower cost item.) there is probably egg in the mayonnaise... there was nothing else I wanted on the menu. It is a bright, sunny dining room downstairs, & another one upstairs, perhaps for private events. The fruit was plentiful & ripe. Service was prompt. Small dining area for a large group of 12 people, but we managed.

Stopped for lunch the other day . The downstairs was filled so we made our way upstairs to find…read moreseating. Our waitstaff was prompt in bringing our drinks, they have beverage service upstairs too, and menus are on the tables already . It was a raw day so I planned on half a sandwich and a cup of soup. They have wonderful chicken salad here, nothing strange in it, like pickles or cheese. I ordered chicken salad with lettuce and tomato on wheat with a cup of roasted red pepper soup. We waited a while for lunch , it was prime lunch time . The sandwich arrived minus the soup , they were sold out of all soups . The chicken salad was seasoned well , the bread had great flavor . It's the perfect place for a sandwich .

Chicken and mozzarella

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Blue Willow Cafe

4.6(26 reviews)

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We were looking for some new breakfast options in Wilmington, and this place was perfect. Super…read morecute and comfortable decor. The staff was very attentive and made us feel welcomed. My hazlenut iced coffee was perfect and our party chose the breakfast croissant and the bananas foster French toast. Both were really good! While it's not the easiest place to find, it's one of the best!

Stopped in this small café while I was near the hospital. Limited menu but I had a coffee and a…read morecroissant with egg, cheese, and grilled chicken that was super flavorful and I liked that it was not deep fried. I also got the hashbrown casserole which wasn't much. Cozy spot and really sweet staff. She even gave me a whole coffee to-go when I asked for a to-go cup. I would come back to try lunch if I'm in the area.

French toast with a side of bacon

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Indoor

Cousins Italian Deli

4.5(145 reviews)

3.0 mi

This place has been on my list for almost a year and it now has my little Italian heart…read more My daughter and I walked in around 1pm on a weekday, tried to wait until the lunch rush was over. It's spring break and azalea fest...so that worked out perfectly. We were greeted at the counter and the nice young gentleman asked if my daughter could have a cookie. Sure! Giant chocolate chips, so good. I ordered and they even offered me a coffee while I waited. I chose the Haley on a long roll. Nice crusty bread, fresh mozzarella, turkey, arugula and balsamic. Honestly, haven't had a hoagie that good in years. We also had their pasta salad, equally delicious. Plenty of seating inside, with a lot of cool photos on the walls. It felt just like being home. Can't wait to go back!

This place IS lunch. For so long I've been taking visitors…read moreand meeting friends for lunch at local restaurants which seem to always be overfilling, and don't have a variety of options in the healthier side. This is where Cousin's Deli won me over earlier today. I was lucky enough to take one of my old friends visiting the area for lunch and their menu is MASSIVE. Yes, they had all of your favorite deli sandwich classics but also offered a wide selection of healthier options such as the Trapani hot sandwich I ordered. Loaded with grilled chicken, veggies & pesto aioli, this meal absolutely satisfied all of my hunger needs and then some. It was so delicious, and was prepared extremely quick. I also wanted to mention the outdoor seating which concerned me at first as it is located beside a busy road, but I had no complaints for noise or busy traffic when out there. Overall, the meal was fantastic, the staff were extremely friendly and I'm honestly never meeting anyone for lunch anywhere else downtown, as this has instantly become my new favorite spot.

Inside view

The end!! "Leave the gun get the cannoli"

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Pasta course

Cheesesmith

4.4(7 reviews)

2.5 mi

Stepped in for post garden grub. A docent recommended Cheesesmith. I was impressed with the quality…read moreand portions of the dishes. The staff was helpful in providing recommendations of their favorites fries style. The grilled cheese oozed with every bite and the tomato jam hit with a punch of flavor. The interior itself is simple, casual, cute with house plants trailing on the walls.

I got their big seller the buffalo chicken grilled cheese. It was delicious at 9:30 pm after a day…read moreof sun and drinks. The bread was perfectly crisp and soft. Buttered but not greasy. The middle was full of flavor not only from the buffalo chicken but there was a pickled flavor from the carrots and celery that balanced the richness of the cheese wonderfully. I would love to go back and try the goat cheese fig one! The place itself was clean and had awesome branding. I bought a sticker with a skeleton pulling apart a grilled cheese. The employees were nice and the place was clean.

Before the rush

The O.G.

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The Sideboard

4.8(14 reviews)

2.7 mi

This space is attached to Cape Fear Games. It's a place that offers a selection of games for people…read moreto come and play, or just a space for those to bring their own games and meet up with friends to play. The atmosphere is great. There's lots of room and tables and a wide selection of games available for anyone to play. They also have beer on tap. The staff is super friendly and every time I have gone have asked if we need any help with our game selection to make sure we understood all the rules. Pretty awesome if you aren't familiar. They all seem pretty well versed too. One star off, just for food. That being said, you're not going there for the food. If I could, I would only ding a half star but I can't and since they offer it, I have to incorporate it into scoring.

This place is a hidden gem! I say hidden because it should be waaay more popular than it is. If you…read morelove beer, bar food and games.. you would love the Sideboard! They have so many options of board games (or you can bring your own). The Sideboard is connected to cape fear games so you have all of the options! As someone who loves board games, this is one of my favorite places to visit with friends! They sell local beer on tap and they have a variety of options. The food is simple. It is comparable to bar apps but they are good. I got the Buffalo chicken dip and quesadilla. The Buffalo chicken dip was amazing and the quesadilla was very plain. The prices are good for the quantity! 5 stars!