Restaurants and Such
Freddie’s Restaurant – Traditional Red-Checkered Italian Faire
Ida Thai Cuisine – Authentic Thai Cuisine
Island Burgers & Bites – Burger paradise found in a gas station
A&G BBQ & Chicken – Southern Home Style Cooking
Surf House Oyster Bar & Surf Camp – Casual spot for local, sustainable seafood
Shuckin’ Shack – Local hub for steamed & raw shellfish
Salt Fish – Caribbean and Polynesian Cuisine with retro cool Tiki Bar Cocktails
Michael’s Restaurant – Known for its chowder, this casual seafood spot also serves steaks as well as beer & cocktails
Britts Donut Shop – Classic glazed donuts draw crowds to this popular boardwalk venue open since 1939
Wheelz Pizza – Great pizza with fresh and organic ingredients
Fork ‘n’ Cork – Gourmet burgers, sandwiches & appetizers featured on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives
* Benny’s Big Time Pizzeria – Big, fun, tasty, and Italian from acclaimed chef Vivian Howard
The Southerly Biscuit & Pie – Scratch made southern biscuits, breakfast items, and pies (Take-out Only)
Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar – Casual beachfront stop for coastal bites and beverages, with ocean views & live music at the nearby Tiki Bar
Breweries and Hangouts
Island Beverage – Super chill local wine and bottle shop with growler fills and open mic night every other Tuesday
* Wilmington Brewing Company – Our favorite brewery in North Carolina, great beer and atmosphere
* New Anthem Beer Project – Awesome beer with two Wilmington locations
* Flying Machine Brewing Co. – An up and comer with a gorgeous facility and interesting selection of brews to choose
The Fat Pelican – Favorite local hangout voted one of top dive bars in the nation
* OTB – Over the Bridge but still worth the drive