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Wilmington Area Restaurants

Whether you're looking for a quick bite or a romantic evening out, these restaurants and dining establishments are sure to please. We picked the best restaurants in the Wrightsville, Carolina and Kure Beach areas for you to try. If you plan on boating, check out the area dock and dine restaurants.

Jack Mackerels Island Grill Kure Beach

Jack Mackerels Island Grill

910-458-7668

At Jack Mackerels Island Grill enjoy fresh seafood, steaks, salads and sandwiches prepared using Caribbean flavors, ingredients and recipes while you take in the Kure Beach sea breeze from the second-floor deck.

Kure Beach Carolina Seafood

Big Daddy's Seafood Restaurant

910.458.8622

Big Daddy's Restaurant is a quinessential Kure Beach "must-eat." Serving up Calabash-style seafood, fresh catch of the day prepared to your preference,...

Boombalatti's

(910) 679-4955

Enjoy some Local Homemade Ice Cream!

Squigley's Shoppes

(910) 458-8779

Enjoy Southeastern North Carolina's most famous Ice cream parlor!

True Blue Butcher & Table

(910) 679 4473

Chef Bobby Zimmerman and his team welcome you to True Blue Butcher and Table.

At True Blue, you...

a large permanent green kiosk with four takeout windows and a sign: "Beach House Burgers"

Beach House Burgers

(910) 458-8586

This seasonal beachside burger joint features classics such as chesseburgers, fried chicken sandwiches, fried fish sandwiches, and sides.

Freddie's Famous Italian Restaurant

(910) 458-5979

Open for dinner only, Freddie's serves classic Italian dishes for both dine-in and takeout.

Fried pickle basket

Shuckin' Shack Oyster Bar

(910) 458-7380

Shuckin' Shack in Carolina Beach, NC serves up oysters any way you like them - raw, steamed, chilled and more.

Bluewater Waterfront Grill | Wrightsville Beach

910.256.8500

Bluewater Waterfront Grill offers an outstanding brunch menu and a great selection of fresh seafood. Stop by in the summer and dine to live music with their Summer Music Series Sundays at 4pm!

Seafood Platter

SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar

(910) 707-0533

SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar offers seafood, pastas, bar food and excellent entertainment.

Dockside Restaurant and Marina

DOCKSIDE

910-256-2752

A Carolina tradition for over 30 years!

Burger basket

Hang Ten Grill

(910) 458-5959

Hang Ten Grill offers an excellent mix of fresh picks, kid-favorites and bar-style baskets.

Hurricane Alley's - Carolina Beach Boardwalk

(910) 707-0766

Oceanfront restaurant and tap house with rooftop deck area offering wonderful views of the boardwalk and beach!

Shark Bar & Kitchen

910.239.9036

The Shark Bar & Kitchen boasts "local farmers, fishers, ranchers, roasters, and foragers". Stop by for brunch, lunch or dinner, seven days a week.

Buffalo Wings

The Lazy Pirate Island Sports Grill

(910) 458-5299

The Lazy Pirate is the perfect nightlife spot with drinks, games, live music and more.

Fresh Seafood

Oceanic Restaurant

910.256.5551

Oceanic Oceanfront Dining provides the perfect experience for the seafood connoisseur looking for a fresh, local taste of Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy live music on the pier Friday at 6pm and Sundays at 12pm during brunch! Oceanic is connect to Crystal Pier, a local landmark! The pier not only provides an unforgettable outdoor dining experience for our guests, but it is also a free, public fishing pier and can be reserved for private events, such as wedding ceremonies.

Bridge Tender Restaurant

910.256.4519

Bridge Tender is an excellent choice for seafood or steaks. Located at the foot of the Wrightsville Beach Draw Bridge, Bridge Tender has great views offers dine and dock space.

Crab dip and bread

Havana's

(910) 458-2822

Havana's offers a great selection of cuisine, including seafood, steaks and pasta in a lively atmosphere.

Fried seafood po boy

Michael's Seafood

(910) 458-7761

Established in 1998 by Michael and Shelly McGowan, Michael’s Seafood Restaurant has been receiving rave reviews from locals and visitors for more...

Chicken Fajitas in a cast iron pan

Tower 7 Baja Mexican Grill

910.256.8585

Tower 7 Baja Mexican Grill offers fresh Mexican cuisine and tasty margaritas - any way you like them. Stop by all day for drink specials and come in daily after 5pm for food specials.

Seafood Boil

Cape Fear Boil Company

(970) 707-3034

Cape Fear Boil Company offers seafood steam pots to-go and traditional low-country cuisine in Carolina Beach, NC.

South Beach Grill

910.256.4646

South Beach Grill serves up Southern-inspired dishes, sourced from local ingredients. They have an outdoor patio and waterfront views.

Moscow Mules

Poe's Tavern

910.509.2739

House-ground hamburgers and a huge selection of craft beer make Poe's Tavern a must when you need a break from seafood.