Best Authentic Restaurants in Wrightsville Beach

7 restaurants available nearby

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1. Genki Sushi Bar and Japanese Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(626)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Wilmington

Booked 18 times today

We look forward to welcoming you into our warm environment, with food so good you will swear you just stepped off of the train in Tokyo.If you are reading this description, please take note that: * Starting October 1st 2024: We will no longer be able to seat you unless your entire party has arrived and ready to sit ON TIME. We will hold your Table/Seats for ONLY 10 minutes past the reservation time. *After 10 minutes, you will lose your reservation to someone who is on the waiting list. *Please take this serious as, it will allow us to provide better customer service to our guests as we increase in volume, and allow the evening to flow better with timing for our reservations through out the evening.Thank you for your cooperation and understanding! Our customers mean the world to us! *Also, please remember to count small children and babies as a person for seating. Thank you for your participation and understanding in this. Thank you for your business! See you soon!

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2. Hieronymus Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar

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4.8

Exceptional(585)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Wilmington

Booked 4 times today

The Area's Authentic Seafood Restaurant The experience that you will have at Hieronymus Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar is uniquely Wilmington, North Carolina. Our specialty is Cape Fear cuisine, including fresh local seafood, fresh vegetables, and local craft beer. When you walk through our doors, take a look around. You will see many items that are a part of our history. The shells inside the tables have been brought to us by many guests throughout the years. Nameplates on the bar designate locals that have told many a tale. News releases show Hieronymus cooking for Bryant Gumbel on the Today Show. You might copy a recipe for soft shell crab or take a gander at some of the "stars" that have dropped by for dinner.

3. Tarantelli’s

4.7

Exceptional(2835)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Wilmington

Booked 38 times today

Tarantelli’s is a beloved Italian restaurant in downtown Wilmington. It's praised for its authentic Italian cuisine, with reviewers noting the fresh, traditional dishes and variety of options. Many reviewers have highlighted the excellent service and atmosphere, and the restaurant is consistently rated highly for its food, service, and value. The ambiance of the restaurant is also noted as fantastic, making it a complete dining experience.

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4. Floriana - Wilmington

4.8

Exceptional(1250)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Wilmington

Booked 28 times today

We are open for carry out and for dine-in guests. The balcony tables are available first come first serve upon reservation. If one is not available upon arrival, guests are welcome to wait at the bar or in the lounge until one becomes available. We are open for Dinner MON-SUN 4:30 pm till 10 pm and for Brunch on SUN 11:00-2:00 pm. Floriana Restaurant is about friends, family and community. We are an independently-owned Italian bistro serving dishes made with seasonal ingredients sourced from local producers. We pride ourselves on our menu, service and passion for food. Our beautifully appointed dining room is the perfect setting for any occasion — an intimate, romantic dinner, or when you have reason for celebration and want all your closest friends together at the same table.The Wilmington Floriana Restaurant is located in Wilmington, NC riverside at 2 Market Street.

5. PinPoint

4.8

Exceptional(1820)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Wilmington

Booked 12 times today

PinPoint is authentic because it serves deeply rooted Southern cuisine that changes daily, featuring local seasonal offerings from Wilmington. Reviewers rave about the fresh ingredients, creative preparations, and unique flavors, describing the food as 'truly delicious', 'excellent', and 'fantastic'. Plus, it was featured in Southern Living's Best Restaurants of 2019.

6. Caprice Bistro

4.8

Exceptional(3327)

Price: Moderate

• French • Wilmington

Booked 17 times today

Open Wed-Mon, closed Tues. Reservations recommended; table times limited to 2 hours max. Please call the restaurant directly for reservations of parties over 4 guests. Online orders can be placed from our website; limited daily availability. There is a parking deck one block away on Market Street, between Front Street and Second Street. There is also paid street parking (free after 6:30pm and all day Sundays)....Thierry & Patricia Moity previously owned Patou Bistro in Charlotte, NC & Cafe de Bruxelles in NYC. Chef Thierry has been cooking since age 13 in some of the finest restaurants in Europe & USA. His cuisine is influenced by many traditions; Patricia comes from the northern part of France near the Belgium border, while Thierry's origins are deeply rooted in the central provinces of the country. According to Chef Thierry, “I want everyone to feel welcome in my restaurant. We are working against the stereotype that French food must be intimidating and expensive.”

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7. Tequilas Waterfront

4.4

Awesome(151)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Wilmington

Booked 11 times today

A culinary collaboration between Tequila Comida & Cantina and Marina Grill, infusing the vibrant flavors of Mexico into the heart of Wilmington’s waterfront. Established in 2018 by Chef Ramon Villasenor and Miguel Villasenor, Tequila Comida & Cantina has teamed up with Marina Grill to create an exceptional dining experience.Nestled beside the Riverfront Park and boasting an extraordinary view of the Riverfront Marina, Tequila’s Waterfront offers a unique setting. Our spacious outdoor area is the perfect spot to enjoy live music during the summer months. Located next door to the Riverfront Park, home to the Live Oak Pavilion, an outdoor amphitheater hosting open-air concerts and entertainment, we invite you to savor the magic of Mexican cuisine amid cultural warmth and breathtaking views.

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Bill
Hawaii •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We went there as a part of our passport experience from the Del-Webb community in Wilmington. The service was excellent. The food was superb. The ambience was quite nice. We had a little bit of a loud table behind us other than that it was an excellent experience certainly plan to return Highly recommend.
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Hieronymus Seafood Restaurant & Oyster BarPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Wilmington
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4.8
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James
San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
First visit but it will not be our last. Some issues with parking, but overall restaurant experience was outstanding. Logan our waiter was extremely attendant - never had to think "where is our waiter". For a table of 5 including a 10 year old, every order was better than expected. We spent considerable time sharing so we could all judge separately - every item was amazing down to the sherbet triio for dessert.
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Tarantelli’sPrice: Moderate• Italian• Wilmington
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4.7
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RobertVIP
Philadelphia County •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Superb farm to table cuisine. Don’t miss the fried chicken!
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PinPointPrice: Very Expensive• American• Wilmington
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4.8
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Clifton
Coastal North Carolina •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
I just had anniversary dinner there. Lamb gnocchi and my wife had braised short rib. Started off with fried Brussels sprouts as an appetizer. Ended with an espresso mousse with whipped cream in a coffee cup (I enjoyed the pun on that), and my wife had tiramisu. Everything was phenomenal! The chef wasn’t there, but the sous chef did a great job! I highly recommend!
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Floriana - WilmingtonPrice: Expensive• Italian• Wilmington
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4.8
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MichaelVIP
Charlotte •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Awesome as always. Chef Danny is one of the best as is Sophia and Lana for taking good care of the customers
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Genki Sushi Bar and Japanese RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Wilmington
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4.9

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7 restaurants available nearby

1. Genki Sushi Bar and Japanese Restaurant

2. Hieronymus Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar

3. Tarantelli’s

4. Floriana - Wilmington

5. PinPoint

6. Caprice Bistro

7. Tequilas Waterfront

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