Wilmington, NC is one of my favorite vacation spots in North Carolina - largely for its charming downtown with a vibrant food and drink scene and chill beaches. Here are all of my favorite local restaurants, bars and coffee shops!
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if you take anything from this list… please let it be olivero. we don't have anything that comes close to this in charlotte. it's some of the best italian i've had anywhere.
Olivero
we've eaten here several times and never had any complaints! if you can ball out… the seafood tower is a must.
Seabird Restaurant Wilmington NC
this is literally one of my favorite sandwich spots of all time - we've been several times in one week. I think about it often. the italian is amazing.
The Half
one of the best pizza spots in wilmington!
Pizzeria Don Luca
another pizza favorite!
SALITA PIZZA
drink
this is the coolest hole in the wall. you feel like you're in colonial times with the exposed brick and decor
Banter | Wilmington NC
we stayed at arrive our first time in wilmington and discovered this spot on the grounds. the bartender will make you whatever you want if you give him some likes and dislikes!
Gazebo Bar
the cutest wine bar tucked away on the riverfront. have a glass of orange wine at the window seat and feel the breeze! they also have dope merch
Market House Beer & Wine (@markethouseilm)
this is the perfect cozy bar spot for something casual
Satellite Bar and Lounge
this is a unique spot that focuses on espresso martinis but they have a full menu as well! the patio is so quaint and you can also request s'mores to roast by the open fires.
Concorde Espresso Bar
go-to brewery! so funky and fun inside
Ponysaurus Brewing Co.
coffee/breakfast
this is our go to when heading to the beach! you can feel the ocean air while you have breakfast.
Drift Cafe Wrightsville Beach
a little outside of wilmington proper, but so worth it! the cutest spot and great coffee
Casa Blanca Coffee Roasters
this is such a cool, vibey spot for both coffee and cocktails
