Highest-rated restaurants with outdoor seating in Wilmington, according to Yelp
Highest-rated restaurants with outdoor seating in Wilmington, according to Yelp
Theres something special about taking in a meal while enjoying the air outside, and it could even contribute to your happiness, particularly if there are plants around. During the pandemic, having outdoor seating was a lifeline for many restaurants, allowing them to operate both takeaway and dine-in services.
Many also used the opportunity to show off their personality with decor and furniture that fit their vibe. Are you partial to a luxurious fake garden? Or are you more into lawn chairs and tiki vibes?
Globally, many people may have associated the outdoor dining experience with the cafes of European cities or street food stalls in Asia. Travelers and locals alike often spend hours sipping coffee and eating delicious and cheap food. In the U.S., outdoor seating can take the form of small tables, semi-private nooks, or communal-style seating for the masses, like at a beer garden. Key to a good outdoor table is shade from the sun and, in urban settings, walls or barriers that can cut down on fumes and noise from nearby car traffic.
Restaurants may also play up other perks—like having a great view. The coronavirus pandemic also increased demand for outdoor heaters so restaurants could keep serving meals outside in the colder seasons. All these adjustments have led to more Americans rediscovering the pleasures of dining al fresco, away from the noise inside.
While a good chunk of pandemic-era outside seating may have shrunk back since the return to "normal," many restaurants still have their prized patio tables ready for patrons. Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants with outdoor seating in Wilmington using data from Yelp. Rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Keep reading to see if your favorite spot made the list.
#30. Bagel King and Donuts
- Rating: 4.5/5 (18 reviews)
- Address: 3228 N College Rd Unit A Wilmington, NC 28405
- Categories: Donuts, Breakfast & Brunch, Bagels
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#29. Cousins Italian Deli
- Rating: 4.5/5 (93 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7 N 3rd St Wilmington, NC 28401
- Categories: Delis, Italian
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#28. Drinx
- Rating: 4.5/5 (11 reviews)
- Address: 2162 Wrightsville Ave Wilmington, NC 28403
- Categories: Cafes, Acai Bowls, Vegan
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#27. Aromas of Peru
- Rating: 4.5/5 (73 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 417 S College Rd Ste 22 Wilmington, NC 28403
- Categories: Peruvian, Latin American
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#26. Pizzeria Don Luca
- Rating: 4.5/5 (25 reviews)
- Address: 1215 N 4th St Wilmington, NC 28401
- Categories: Pizza, Tuscan
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#25. Our Crepes & More
- Rating: 4.5/5 (336 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3810 Oleander Dr Wilmington, NC 28403
- Categories: Creperies, Desserts, French
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#24. Yaki Express - Wilmington
- Rating: 4.5/5 (19 reviews)
- Address: 5709 Oleander Dr Ste B Wilmington, NC 28403
- Categories: Sushi Bars, Japanese
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#23. Pipeline Poke
- Rating: 4.5/5 (13 reviews)
- Address: 102 Autumn Hall Dr Ste 130 Wilmington, NC 28403
- Categories: Poke, Hawaiian
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#22. Milner's Cafe & Catering
- Rating: 4.5/5 (34 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 311 Judges Rd Ste 1A Wilmington, NC 28405
- Categories: Cafes, Breakfast & Brunch, Salad
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#21. Casa Blanca
- Rating: 4.5/5 (138 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 7409 Market St Wilmington, NC 28411
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Cafes
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#20. Savorez
- Rating: 4.5/5 (535 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 402 Chestnut St Wilmington, NC 28401
- Categories: Latin American, Seafood, Breakfast & Brunch
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#19. Rude Bwoys Jerk BBQ Food Truck
- Rating: 4.5/5 (14 reviews)
- Address: Wilmington, NC 28409
- Categories: Caribbean, Barbeque, Food Trucks
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#18. The Sideboard
- Rating: 4.5/5 (14 reviews)
- Address: 4107 Oleander Dr Ste C Wilmington, NC 28403
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, American (New), Beer Bar
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#17. Tidewater Oyster Bar
- Rating: 4.5/5 (132 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 8211 Market St Unit DD Wilmington, NC 28411
- Categories: Seafood
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#16. Panacea Brewing
- Rating: 4.5/5 (97 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4107 Oleander Dr Unit H Wilmington, NC 28403
- Categories: Kombucha, Vegan
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#15. Chicken Salad Chick
- Rating: 4.5/5 (47 reviews)
- Address: 1131 Military Cutoff Rd Ste A Wilmington, NC 28405
- Categories: Southern, Chicken Shop, Sandwiches
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#14. Point Break
- Rating: 5.0/5 (37 reviews)
- Address: 7134 Market St unit 7 Wilmington, NC 28401
- Categories: Salad, Chicken Wings, Wraps
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#13. The Getaway Cafe and Provisions
- Rating: 5.0/5 (13 reviews)
- Address: 109 Pier Master Pt Ste 110 Wilmington, NC 28412
- Categories: Sandwiches, Gluten-Free, Cafes
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#12. Los Portales Taqueria 3
- Rating: 5.0/5 (18 reviews)
- Address: 3536 Carolina Beach Rd Wilmington, NC 28412
- Categories: Tacos, Soup
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#11. Seafood and Meat Market
- Rating: 5.0/5 (5 reviews)
- Address: 2069 Carolina Beach Rd Wilmington, NC 28401
- Categories: Seafood Markets, Halal, International Grocery
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#10. The Maine Lobster Roll Company
- Rating: 5.0/5 (135 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5202 Carolina Beach Rd Ste 6 Wilmington, NC 28412
- Categories: Seafood, American (Traditional), Sandwiches
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#9. The Sorrow Drowner
- Rating: 5.0/5 (24 reviews)
- Price level: $$$
- Address: 19 S 10th St Wilmington, NC 28401
- Categories: Tiki Bars, Tapas/Small Plates
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#8. Fox's Hole In The Wall
- Rating: 5.0/5 (7 reviews)
- Address: 124 Princess St Wilmington, NC 28401
- Categories: Bars, Sandwiches, Burgers
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#7. Folks Cafe
- Rating: 5.0/5 (59 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1201 Princess St Wilmington, NC 28401
- Categories: Empanadas, Breakfast & Brunch, Cafes
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#6. Kale Me Crazy
- Rating: 5.0/5 (52 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6800 Parker Farm Dr Ste 100 Wilmington, NC 28405
- Categories: Wraps, Juice Bars & Smoothies, Coffee & Tea
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#5. Kapow Thai Street Food
- Rating: 5.0/5 (18 reviews)
- Address: 1988 Eastwood Rd Wilmington, NC 28403
- Categories: Thai, Noodles, Soup
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#4. The Half
- Rating: 5.0/5 (57 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 510 1/2 Red Cross St Wilmington, NC 28401
- Categories: Sandwiches, Beer Bar
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#3. Gluten Free By the Sea
- Rating: 5.0/5 (12 reviews)
- Address: 311 Judges Rd Ste 2a Wilmington, NC 28405
- Categories: Bakeries, Gluten-Free
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#2. Island Squeeze Lemonade
- Rating: 5.0/5 (6 reviews)
- Address: Wilmington, NC 28401
- Categories: Juice Bars & Smoothies, Fruits & Veggies, Food Stands
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#1. The Nutrition Spot - Wilmington
- Rating: 5.0/5 (8 reviews)
- Address: 214 N Water St Wilmington, NC 28401
- Categories: Juice Bars & Smoothies, Breakfast & Brunch, Tea Rooms
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