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Aqua Restaurant and Spa - Duck, NC
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.9(1,443)Since 2008, we have applauded our outstanding staff for their commitment to providing an exceptional culinary experience in our casual setting you’re sure to be comfortable relaxing in. Gorgeous sunsets, live music, and good times make AQUA the place where delicious food and beautiful memories happen year-round on the Outer Banks. Our lunch menu has a selection of soups, salads, sandwiches, seafood, and more. At dinner, Chef creates exquisite specialty dishes using local-caught fish and seafood, locally farmed ingredients, and all-natural meats. Carefully chosen innovative wine, craft beer, and specialty cocktails perfectly complement Chef’s savory creations. Our yummy desserts are handmade in house from the freshest ingredients.Prime Bistro & Wine Bar
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.9(424)An elevated dining experience with wood-fired steaks, seafood, housemade pasta and world-class wines.
Genki Sushi Bar and Japanese Restaurant
Price: Expensive•Sushi•4.9(646)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!G Prime
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.8(286)G Prime offers the highest level of service and ingredients for the entire community to enjoy – from beautifully curated and customizable prime cuts, locally sourced fish and fresh seasonal produce, a classic craft cocktail and mixology program, to one of the largest, most prolific wine cellars in the area.
The Oyster Rock Waterfront Seafood
Price: Moderate•Seafood•4.9(3,677)Welcome to The Oyster Rock, a family-owned and operated waterfront Calabash seafood restaurant specializing in excellent seafood and raw bar items, mixed with a flavorful variety of mouth-watering beef, chicken and pork dishes, along with sandwiches and burgers all prepared in house every day using only the freshest and finest ingredients from local and regional suppliers and the beautiful Atlantic Ocean right outside our doors.
Overlooking the scenic Calabash River and its pristine estuaries and relaxing atmosphere, The Oyster Rock provides the most amazing view around, from our indoor and outdoor seating areas and bars featuring more than 24 domestic and imported beers on tap, 30 wines by the glass and a delicious collection of specialty cocktails.
If you would like to order carryout, orders may be placed by calling 910-579-6875.Montero's
Price: Moderate•American•4.9(279)A life long dream of Karin and Andy Montero, this 1904 home has been transformed into
Elizabeth City's premier location to "Meet. Eat. Celebrate." With our guests in mind,
Montero's is committed to providing a complete "Restaurant Experience"...exceptional service,
creative cuisine and a casual atmosphere. Our staff possesses the same passion and desire for
this restaurant that we do and we hope you will as well!
Seabird
Price: Very Expensive•Seafood•4.9(1,582)Mindfully sourced and thoughtfully prepared ingredients highlight the landscape of the food in our coastal community. Menu subject to change daily with local availability of seafood and produce. James Beard nominated chef and owner, Dean Neff.
Reservations available for dinner Wednesday through Monday. Closed Tuesdays.
Brunch now served Saturday & Sunday!The Village Table and Tavern
Price: Expensive•American•4.7(854)Welcome to casual waterfront dining at its best. Yes, we have a stunning waterfront location overlooking the Currituck Sound, but our goal is to be a great restaurant that just happens to have a great view. From casual, familiar fare to elevated, creative originals, we offer something for everyone. Our menu includes crave-worthy appetizers, fresh salads, inspired sandwiches, creatively prepared local seafood, and scratch-made desserts. To complement our food, we serve local and international craft beers, an exceptional selection of wines, and craft cocktails that capture the essence of a seaside tavern. For a special occasion or a casual bite after a day at the beach, The Village Table & Tavern is THE gathering place for family and friends in Duck.
Ocean Blvd Bistro and Martini Bar
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.9(2,852)Ocean Boulevard Bistro and Martini Bar is an upscale dining restaurant on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. We are open nightly for dinner and drinks through all seasons. We pride ourselves in using fresh local and regional ingredients, in season, to create interesting and flavorful meals. We have a comprehensive wine list and have been awarded "Best of the Beach - 2014-2017" for our Martini Bar. We also have an oceanside patio, across the street from the beach, for drinks and waiting. If your reservation can not be completed online, please call us at 252-261-2546 to inquire about special seating arrangements.Blue Moon Bistro
Price: Expensive•French American•4.9(602)BLUE MOON BISTRO of Beaufort, NC; Casual fine dining experience with superb service team, a creative and well-stocked bar, & TWO chefs sharing in our culinary leadership of French/American cuisine.
CHEF JAYSON FOSTER graduate of CCCCP; Culinary Arts student who studied in France under two-starred Michelin Chef Marc Meurin. A stalwart on the Beaufort Food Scene, Jayson has cooked at Chef’s 105, Circa 81, and at Aqua, where he was the Chef for 10 years. In 2012, Jayson and team won the Fire on the Docks Competition in Wilmington, NC.
CHEF JOSH MACKLIN, Honors graduate of CCCCP, Josh ALSO went to France to study with two-starred Michelin Chef Marc Meurin. Josh joined Floyd’s 1921 as banquet chef. He has worked at Circa 81 as Chef/Restaurant Manager for 10 years. He then joined the Oysters and Pearls group, opening Catch 109 and Executive Chef for Table 9. Josh loves how food brings together families and friends. He is a proud believer of food being a bond we all share.
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- GGeorgeVIPAsheville / Western North Carolina •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoOne of the best meals ever! We visit Wilmington once a year and returned to Seabird after a fantastic experience last year. Often, return visits to restaurants never quite live up to the memories, but Chef Dean Neff and the team out did themselves again. Oysters left us contemplating a second (or third?) round. Entrees were stunningly delicious. Great service and a wonderful atmosphere. Well worth it!!More infoSeabirdPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Wilmington•4.9
- DDavidSouth Carolina •6 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoWonderful meal & service as always! The beef tip bruschetta is absolutely fabulous --it is our go-to appetizer. It is always a tough decision on what to have for dinner. The daily specials are always excellent but there are plenty of great choices on the menu.More infoTarantelli’sPrice: Moderate• Italian• Wilmington•4.8
- SStephenWashington, D.C. Area •7 reviews4.0Dined 4 days agoAlways a great place for a pre-theater dinner. Valet is very convenient. and Joe is a terrific server. He (and we ) had a couple of issues with the kitchen's inability to follow a couple of easy changes to our orders--broccoli was not thoroughly cooked, which has been a problem in the past, and bringing that huge baked potato in a larger bowl. Joe handled these issues with grace and efficiency, but, these issues should not have happened. On a positive note, the quality of the food, as it always is, excellentMore infoRuth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NCPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Wilmington•4.7
- EEricNew York City •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoThe entire staff was professional and friendly, the food was beyond delicious, and they we’re able to seat us on the balcony for a great how of the river. The hostess have warm energy as each Weather with polite conversation.More infoFloriana - WilmingtonPrice: Expensive• Italian• Wilmington•4.7
- OTOpenTable DinerNew York City •1 review5.0Dined on Nov 3, 2023Hostess made the experience for the kids amazing. Food is typical frozen seafoodMore infoRed Lobster - JacksonvillePrice: Moderate• Seafood• Jacksonville•4.5
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The coastal region of North Carolina is a vacation magnet, and food is big business all along the shoreline. Fresh seafood establishments abound in this area, with many of them catering directly to the visitors as much as the locals. Steakhouses are also very common along the coast for those looking for a great cut prepared just right. The South is barbeque country, and you can add the North Carolina coast to the list, as barbecue smokehouses are plentiful and usually found in a bar-and-grill setting. International food is also a very popular choice along the North Carolina coast. Selections include Thai, German, Indian, and even Peruvian cuisine. Of course, there are many national chain establishments as well as locally owned family restaurants and combination eateries for those wanting something quick.
Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Wilmington is Farfalla
The best vegan restaurants in Wilmington are Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC, Seabird and The Green House Restaurant - Wilmington
The best vegetarian restaurants in Wilmington are Seabird, Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC and The Green House Restaurant - Wilmington
The restaurants with the best service in Wilmington are The Melting Pot - Wilmington(NC), Farfalla and RUMCOW.
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Wilmington are Edgewater 122, Theodosia and NC Coast Grill & Bar
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