Guidebook for Wilmington

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Guidebook for Wilmington

Restaurants

Rx is located less than a block away, and its gourmet take on Southern classics is unparalleled. (Not very vegetarian friendly, but there are some options.)
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Rx Restaurant and Bar
421 Castle St
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Rx is located less than a block away, and its gourmet take on Southern classics is unparalleled. (Not very vegetarian friendly, but there are some options.)
Bespoke has a beautiful atmosphere, delicious treats, and top notch coffee. (Their matcha latte is incredible, if you're into that kind of thing. If you're a purist, their black coffee or pour overs are fantastic too.)
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Bespoke Coffee & Dry Goods
202 Princess St
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Bespoke has a beautiful atmosphere, delicious treats, and top notch coffee. (Their matcha latte is incredible, if you're into that kind of thing. If you're a purist, their black coffee or pour overs are fantastic too.)
If you're seeking an upscale dinner, this is the place to go, hands down. You'll find touristy spots right along the river (high cost, low quality), but this is where the local foodies go for a truly special night out. They also offer the best cocktails in Wilmington, hands down. Go in, tell them what flavors you like (I'm a bourbon girl, liquor forward, with an affinity for citrus, smoke, ginger, and herbs), and they will whip up a drink made special for you. It's an experience.
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Manna
123 Princess St
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If you're seeking an upscale dinner, this is the place to go, hands down. You'll find touristy spots right along the river (high cost, low quality), but this is where the local foodies go for a truly special night out. They also offer the best cocktails in Wilmington, hands down. Go in, tell them what flavors you like (I'm a bourbon girl, liquor forward, with an affinity for citrus, smoke, ginger, and herbs), and they will whip up a drink made special for you. It's an experience.
Don't stand in line at Kilwin's -- head up to the Northside for Boombalatti's (locally owned) ice cream. Interesting flavors, and if you're vegan, their vegan ice cream is soooo goooooooooood.
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Boombalatti's Homemade Ice Cream
1005 N 4th St
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Don't stand in line at Kilwin's -- head up to the Northside for Boombalatti's (locally owned) ice cream. Interesting flavors, and if you're vegan, their vegan ice cream is soooo goooooooooood.
Fantastic classics, and it's also really easy to eat vegetarian there. (Their vegetarian biscuits and gravy is a game changer.)
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The Dixie Grill
116 Market St
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Fantastic classics, and it's also really easy to eat vegetarian there. (Their vegetarian biscuits and gravy is a game changer.)
Hell's Kitchen takes bar food to the next level, and they are super vegan and vegetarian friendly!
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Hell's Kitchen
118 Princess St
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Hell's Kitchen takes bar food to the next level, and they are super vegan and vegetarian friendly!
Amazing bakery on the Northside, close to Palate and Boombalatti's! Their cream cheese croissant is heavenly. They're open Thursday & Friday from 7am-4pm, and Saturday & Sunday from 8am-4pm.
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The Red Eye Bakery
1011 N 4th St
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Amazing bakery on the Northside, close to Palate and Boombalatti's! Their cream cheese croissant is heavenly. They're open Thursday & Friday from 7am-4pm, and Saturday & Sunday from 8am-4pm.
Savorez (Central American cuisine) is such a treat-- their specials have never let me down, such a truly special mix of flavors. Caylan and I especially love going there for brunch!
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Savorez
402 Chestnut St
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Savorez (Central American cuisine) is such a treat-- their specials have never let me down, such a truly special mix of flavors. Caylan and I especially love going there for brunch!
Capricho is a hidden gem, a little hole-in-the wall featuring well-priced, authentic Mexican street food -- their platanos, street corn, and tacos are amazing. (Beer Barrio is located in the same area, but in my humble opinion, it's overpriced and not as good.)
Capricho
215-A Princess St
Capricho is a hidden gem, a little hole-in-the wall featuring well-priced, authentic Mexican street food -- their platanos, street corn, and tacos are amazing. (Beer Barrio is located in the same area, but in my humble opinion, it's overpriced and not as good.)

Drinks & Nightlife

Fantastic local brewery that specializes in IPAs -- some of the most amazing beer we have ever experienced. If the Long Needle IPA is available, I highly recommend it!
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New Anthem Beer Project
116 Dock St
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Fantastic local brewery that specializes in IPAs -- some of the most amazing beer we have ever experienced. If the Long Needle IPA is available, I highly recommend it!
A tried and true Wilmington classic. Best beer selection in downtown, with an old school punk vibe. (Not exactly family friendly.)
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Cape Fear River Deck
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A tried and true Wilmington classic. Best beer selection in downtown, with an old school punk vibe. (Not exactly family friendly.)
Because who doesn't like the combo of drinks and arcade games? (Not family friendly, despite aforementioned arcade games.)
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Blue Post Billiards
15 S Water St
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Because who doesn't like the combo of drinks and arcade games? (Not family friendly, despite aforementioned arcade games.)
The Greenfield area is up-and-coming, and Satellite has a super chill vibe with the second best beer selection in town (second to Cape Fear Wine & Beer). Bluegrass nights on Sundays are a must. (Also, when you get a little hungry, you're right next to a local taco joint and Benny's Big Time Pizzeria.)
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Satellite Bar and Lounge
120 Greenfield St
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The Greenfield area is up-and-coming, and Satellite has a super chill vibe with the second best beer selection in town (second to Cape Fear Wine & Beer). Bluegrass nights on Sundays are a must. (Also, when you get a little hungry, you're right next to a local taco joint and Benny's Big Time Pizzeria.)
SO. MANY. GOOD. BEER. AND WINE. OPTIONS. Very cool outdoor area. Also great place to go to get fancy drink mixers (I refuse to make a gin & tonic with anything but their tonic syrup.)
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Palate Bottle Shop & Reserve
1007 N 4th St
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SO. MANY. GOOD. BEER. AND WINE. OPTIONS. Very cool outdoor area. Also great place to go to get fancy drink mixers (I refuse to make a gin & tonic with anything but their tonic syrup.)

Shopping

Two blocks away, this unique vintage store is curated to perfection, and the prices are still affordable.
Second Skin Vintage
1015 Castle St
Two blocks away, this unique vintage store is curated to perfection, and the prices are still affordable.
Do you want to be hip? Go to Modern Legend. Procure necessary items. (Clothing, mugs, records, housewares, etc.)
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Modern Legend
130 N Front St
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Do you want to be hip? Go to Modern Legend. Procure necessary items. (Clothing, mugs, records, housewares, etc.)
These folks know music. Their staff's selections are always on point, and there are plenty of bins of old records to dive through too. (They often have small shows as well on the weekends -- worth checking out!)
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Gravity Records
612 Castle St
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These folks know music. Their staff's selections are always on point, and there are plenty of bins of old records to dive through too. (They often have small shows as well on the weekends -- worth checking out!)

Parks & Nature

Fort Fisher is gorgeous -- and if you're looking for a beach away from the tourists, it's less trafficked (and has free parking!). It's dog friendly, and you're a quick hop and a skip to the aquarium!
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Fort Fisher State Historic Site
1610 Fort Fisher Blvd S
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Fort Fisher is gorgeous -- and if you're looking for a beach away from the tourists, it's less trafficked (and has free parking!). It's dog friendly, and you're a quick hop and a skip to the aquarium!