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A photo of Port Land Grille restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2282)
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• American • Wilmington
Booked 13 times today
I live in Atlanta and was in Wilmington for business. I wanted to take my customers to a dinner experience that they would remember.  I got exactly what I was looking for! The staff was amazing, the restaurant ambience is incredible, and the food is off the charts. Everyone enjoyed their meal, and the next day everyone complimented me on my “find” in Wilmington. I can’t wait to go back! Two thumbs up and five stars from me!
A photo of Jerry's Food, Wine and Spirits restaurant
5.0
Exceptional(611)
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• Contemporary Southern • Wilmington
Booked 9 times today
Sat at bar. Dan the bartender was friendly and makes an excellent Old Fashion. We had beet salad, tuna app and pork belly app. Plentiful portions and delicious food. Will return
A photo of La Duna Paradiso restaurant
4.5
Awesome(138)
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• Contemporary American • Wrightsville Beach
Booked 6 times today
Food was good and Claire, our server, took great care of us.
A photo of Caprice Bistro restaurant
4.4
Awesome(3617)
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• French • Wilmington
Booked 20 times today
Excellent food and service, and the restaurant was very nice. We had a wonderful experience!
A photo of Circa 81 Tapas & Cocktaileria restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1375)
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• Tapas / Small Plates • Beaufort / Morehead City
Booked 2 times today
Wonderful dinner at Circa 81. Service, ambiance drinks and food were all so inviting. Creative menu, lots of choices to share.
A photo of Bridgewater Wines + Dines - Porters Neck restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(34)
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• Wine Bar • Kirkland
Booked 1 time today
Delicious food and drinks and impeccable service. Ambiance was good but music could have been a tad louder. Not too loud but could barely hear it. Loved our experience and highly recommend this restaurant.

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