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Been living in the area since 2017- I am always finding new places to check out and things to do.
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Best Italian food around Wilmington, a total hidden gem
Rosalie's Trattoria
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Best coffee, great atmosphere, and good spot to let the kids hangout while mom enjoys some coffee
Hidden Grounds Coffee
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Great Italian menu, balcony seating is cute and a fun date night activity
Floriana Wilmington
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Can get anything on the menu and not be disappointed. The service is incredible and food is AMAZING
Sugo Italian Steakhouse
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Enjoy our local aquarium
North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher
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Great way to learn a little, donate to the cause and see the turtles
The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center
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Beautiful! Perfect for day outside
Airlie Gardens
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Lots of shops and food!
Shopping at Mayfaire - Wilmington
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One of the local favorites for steaks
True Blue Butcher and Table
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Nice and quiet beach
Wrightsville Beach
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More kid friendly
Visit Carolina Beach in Wilmington & Beaches | Hotels ... - Wilmington, NC
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A hidden gem. The food is great!
J. Michael's Philly Deli
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Great mission and good coffee!
Bitty & Beau's Coffee
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AMAZING coffee and as seen on TSITP S3
Casa Blanca Coffee Roasters
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Unique experience. Full of shops and local food
The Cargo District
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Not your originally grilled cheese
CheeseSmith
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Fun experience!
Southport/Fort Fisher Ferry | Pricing & Information
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Crofton's Pretzels
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80s and 90s themed bar!!!
Coglin’s Wilmington
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Local coffee shop
Menu - Cheeky Monkey Coffee
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Not huge but free activity and still beautiful!
New Hanover County Arboretum | N.C. Cooperative Extension
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The best farmers market around!
Biggers Market
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Located in the cargo district- whether you’re vegan or not the food is AMAZING!
Mike's Vegan Grill
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Axes & Allies
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Visiting in November during the off season! This is a must for kids. They do night shows and 3 days worth of displays!
Cape Fear Kite Festival | Kure Beach, NC 28449
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Beach Bagels & Subs
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Carolina Beach State Park: Home
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Get in line early and bring cash!
Britts Donuts
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Wilmington Downtown, iNC: Home
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Battleship North Carolina
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Must try for Thai food and a beautiful decor / experience
Indochine Wilmington
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One of the best hidden gems 💎
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A local staple
Islands Fresh Mex Grill
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No trip to NC is complete without having cookout
Cook Out
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Beautiful outdoor seating. Perfect in the morning for coffee or late at night for s’mores and a martini
Concorde Espresso Bar
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Perfect breakfast spot
Blueberry’s Grill
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Must stop by when in CB
Island Burgers & Bites
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Locally owned!
Boombalatti's Handcrafted Ice Cream
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Yummy treats
The Jelly Cabinet Bakery (@thejellycabinet)
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They do tons of events. Pick your own flowers, pumpkin patch, etc
Trask Family Farms
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Enjoy a beverage, music and the outdoor atmosphere
The Bend
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Across the bridge but one of the best pizza spots around. Locally owned and operated!
Pizzettas
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We love mellow mushroom for a good pizza lunch. Location in midtown or at Wrightsville
Mellow Mushroom Wilmington
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Cute little local touch tank
Topsail Aquarium
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Date night activity
Salty Ceramics
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COOKING Class date night
Little Olive Co.
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If you want a spot just outside of Wilmington, go explore Oak Island- check out Rubys located right in the pier. Grab your coffee and take a beach walk
Ruby's Coffeehouse & Eatery
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Just outside of Wilmington is the cute beach town of Southport. You can drive or hop on the ferry and get to the island. Perfect to walk around town, eat local and enjoy the little Shops along the way with the perfect beach views.
City of Southport
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