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The Port City's best tables — from waterfront seafood to late-night pies.
GreekOpa by Giorgios
10 Harnett St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Coastal Greek dining on the river at Port City Marina downtown, opening November 2. Lunch, dinner and late evenings, with fresh salads, grilled meats, local vegetables and simply prepared local seafood, plus live music and murals by local artist Arianne Hemlein. Executive Chef Renato Mekolli. Reservations online or by email at info@opabygiorgios.com.
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PizzaPizzeria Don Luca
1215 N 4th St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Italian-style pizza in the Brooklyn Arts District on North 4th, named North Carolina's best hole-in-the-wall pizza joint. Owner Alex White, a Wilmington local, makes everything in house and mixes adventurous, outside-the-box pies with traditional recipes. Open Monday-Thursday 4-9pm, Friday 4-10pm, and Saturday-Sunday noon-10pm.
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PizzaSlice of Life Pizzeria & Pub
4 Locations
Since 1997, Slice of Life has served up the freshest, hottest, greatest tasting pizza in Wilmington, North Carolina. Our pizza is cooked with fresh ingredients on a flavorful crispy crust that our customers have come to know and crave. In the mood for something else? Try some of our other menu items–nachos, homemade soup, quesadillas, and fresh salads. Slice offers a welcoming, casual and fun environment with delicious food, making it a favorite hangout for locals and visitors alike. With four locations in Wilmington, customers can grab carryout or choose to dine in Slice also has TV screens throughout and shows most major sports — a great spot to catch a game over pizza and beer.
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AmericanThe Reel Cafe
100 S Front St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Since 1998, The Reel Cafe has been a staple of Wilmington's restaurant and nightlife scene in historic downtown — fresh seafood, hearty burgers, crisp salads, and daily chef specials across three floors and four bars. Enjoy weekly live music in the courtyard or head up to the rooftop bar for skyline views, cold drinks, and a summer concert series. Open Tuesday through Sunday (closed Mondays), with hours running as late as 2am on weekends.
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