Marina Grill

4.3

32 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

Feb 24, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Great for scenic views
Neighborhood gem
Great for craft beers

Marina Grill is a waterfront restaurant that was inspired by our lively Riverfront Marina & ideal Downtown Wilmington location. We offer a wide variety of dishes, NC beers, wine, seasonal cocktails, and a view that is second to none. We offer Sunday Brunch, private event spaces, live music in the boatyard, and a stunning atmosphere that is family friendly. Whether you choose to sit inside or out – you will enjoy the beautiful marina and waterfront views. Time it right and you will be treated to a spectacular Cape Fear River Sunset view.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Farm-to-table
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–8:00 pm
Phone number
(910) 769-7974
Website
https://marinagrillwilmington.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
We have a lofted Mezzanine space that seats up to 50 for private events overlooking the restaurant and the Port City Marina. We also have an stunning outdoor area large enough to acccomodate hundreds and boasts an amazing sunset view. Both venues on the property can be reserved independently or together and allow for private bar setups as well.

Location
18 Harnett St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Neighborhood
Wilmington
Parking details
None
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 32 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Coastal North Carolina
Great for outdoor dining
Coastal North Carolina
Great for scenic views
Coastal North Carolina
American
Wilmington
Neighborhood gem
Wilmington
Great for outdoor dining
Wilmington
Lively

Review summary

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Marina Grill offers a delightful dining experience with "great service" and a "fantastic" brunch. Guests appreciate the "relaxing atmosphere" and "very reasonable" prices. The French Dip and shrimp tacos are especially noteworthy. The restaurant's friendly staff and convenient location with ample parking make it a "favorite place" in Wilmington.

32 Reviews

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Cynthia
Washington DC
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We had a lovely dinner before a show at the Wilson Center. I ordered the fish special which was grouper on coconut rice with curry sauce. It was excellent.
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Rodney
VIP
London
40 reviews
4.0
40 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Enjoyable experience. Good was good and the value was on point.
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Joe
VIP
New York City
7 reviews
1.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Overpriced lobster bisque with hardly any lobster and a weak greasy base. Menu needs an overhaul, food is lousy beer is flat. Go elsewhere
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Susi
Raleigh
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dinner was fantastic. From the crab dip appetizer to the entrees to the special puff pastry Valentines dessert. I had the stuffed salmon and my husband had the filet. Both were delicious and h could cut the filet with his fork. Our waiter, Alan, was great too. Attentive but not overbearing.
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Stephanie
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was excellent and our server was fantastic. Quick, energetic, and always making sure we were having a great dining experience
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Tripp
Charleston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food is great, service was even better! A great spot!
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Christine
VIP
Wilmington
50 reviews
4.0
50 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Husband had chicken and waffles. Excellent. I had the farmer’s omelette. It was very good. “Fresh fruit” needs work. Daughter in law had crab cake Benedict. Said crab cakes were “OK” but definitely needed more hollandaise. Son had shrimp tacos which he said were excellent.
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Richard
New York City
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
I thought this was a real restaurant - but it's actually a bar. And not a very good one at that. The food was amateurish. The wine list was very limited. This place might be nice in the nice weather because of its location. But our server was a lovely young lady who we really liked
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vincent
VIP
Wilmington
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on December 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great brunch, interesting options. Service was wonderful.
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John Marc
VIP
Western NC
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Joseph was very attentive and the meals were 💯 spot on and delicious.
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Marina Grill is rated 4.3 stars by 32 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Feb 24, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

18 Harnett St, Wilmington, NC 28401

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Wilmington
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–8:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Farm-to-table
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://marinagrillwilmington.com/
Phone number
(910) 769-7974
Private party facilities
We have a lofted Mezzanine space that seats up to 50 for private events overlooking the restaurant and the Port City Marina. We also have an stunning outdoor area large enough to acccomodate hundreds and boasts an amazing sunset view. Both venues on the property can be reserved independently or together and allow for private bar setups as well.

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What 32 people are saying

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