Caprice Bistro

Name: Caprice Bistro
Address: 10 Market Street, Wilmington, NC, United States, 28401
Telephone: (910) 815-0810
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

3033 Reviews

$30 and under

French

Top Tags:

Starting Wednesday May 6th, 2020 we are offering curbside pickup for pre-orders placed via our online ordering system.

Open Wednesday thru Monday- Orders can be picked up between 4-8pm daily.

Limited daily availability.

Thierry and Patricia Moity were previous owners of Patou Bistro in Charlotte, NC and Cafe de Bruxelles in New York City.

Delight in Chef Thierry Moity's traditional French cuisine. Chef Moity, who has been cooking since age 13 in some of the finest French restaurants in Europe and New York City. The French cuisine is influenced by a combination of traditions-Patricia comes from the northern part of France near the Belgium border, while Thierry's origins are deeply rooted in the central provinces of the country.

According to Chef Moity, the food is served fast paced and in generous portions." I want everyone to feel welcome in my restaurant". We are working against the stereotype that French food must be intimidating and expensive.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 23, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
French, Belgian
Hours of operation
Wed–Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:15 pm
Phone number
(910) 815-0810
Website
http://capricebistro.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Thierry Moity
Private party facilities
No private event

Location
10 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Neighborhood
Wilmington
Cross street
Water St.
Parking details
Street parking and public garage deck
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wine

Popular dishes

Paté Maison$9.50
French country style paté, cornichons, mustard…
Escargots Petits Gris$9.50
Tender escargot sautéed w/ garlic in roquefort cream sauce
Saucisse "Lapin"$8.00
Seared Rabbit sausage, caramelized onions, jus
Calamari Mandelieu$12.00
Fried and tossed in parmesan & herbs, w/ tomato sauce
Parfait Bressan$9.00
Chicken liver mousse, warm baguette…
Crepe Caprice$14.00
Spinach, gruyere, parmesan, brie, mushroom cream sauce

Petits Plats

Planche de Charcuterie$19.00
Selection of pates, saucissons, cured meats, rillettes………
Planche de Fromages$18.00
Assortment of imported and domestic cheeses, please ask …
Pasta Fettucine$16.00
Vegetable medley, tomato, garlic, olive oil, capers..

Soups & Salads

Soup du Moment$7.00
Based on seasonal availability, please ask your server
Salad "Roquette"$9.00
Arugula, seasonal fruit, nuts, blue cheese, citrus vinaigrette
Salad "Meli Melo"$9.00
Artisan Lettuce "CraftgrownsFarms", Verjus vinaigrette, parmesan shaving
Salad "Cou Rouge"$12.00
Grilled romaine, Caesar dressing, pan fried shrimps
Salad de "Chicons"$10.00
Belgian endive, goat cheese, nuts, Red Beet vinaigrette

Moules

$19 with frites. Mussels subject to market availability

Mussels Mariniere
White wine, shallots, garlic, parsley, lemon juice
Mussels Provencal
White wine, tomatoes, garlic, basil, Provence herbs
Mussels Curry
White wine, garlic, parsley, curry, cream

Entrees

Pork Cheecks (Heritage Farms)$21.00
braised Flamande style, bacon, beer, onions, raisins..
Carolina Mountain Trout$21.00
Local Trout w lemon, caper vinaigrette, toasted almonds
Salmon au "Vert"*$22.00
Scottish salmon, crusted w/ pistachios, herb emulsion
Chicken "Ballotine" (Joyce Farms)$19.00
Pan roasted, filled w/goat cheese, spinach, & natural jus..
Waterzooi (House Specialty)$24.00
Assortment of fish and seafood in a herb/cream broth
Beef "Bourguignon"$23.00
Braised in red wine sauce, lardons, onions, & mushrooms
Duck "Confit" (Maple Leaf Farms)$25.00
Artisan salad, potatoes & orange gastrique sauce
Le Steak "Du Jour"*
Butcher cut "of the day" seared au poivre, or mushroom sauce w/ pommes frites..
- Market Price
Lamb Shank "Tagine"$26.00
Braised in Mediterraneen spices, apricots, almonds

Plats du Jour

Plats du Jour
Please refer to our Specialties du Jour Blackboard

Desserts

Macarons "Frenchie"$8.00
Homemade, almond sweet meringue
Chocolate Mousse$9.50
Whip cream, crème anglaise
Oeufs a la Neige$9.00
Floating island, creme anglaise
Crème Brulee$9.50
Custard topped w/ caramelized sugar
Profiteroles$9.50
Cream puffs, Vanilla ice cream & Chocolate sauce

What 3,033 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Coastal North Carolina
Best Overall
Coastal North Carolina
Best Value
Coastal North Carolina
Great for fine wines
Coastal North Carolina
Romantic
Coastal North Carolina
Good for special occasions
Wilmington
Best Overall
Wilmington
Best Food
Wilmington
Best Service
Wilmington
Best Ambiance
Wilmington
Best Value
Wilmington
Great for fine wines
Wilmington
Romantic
Wilmington
Good for special occasions
Wilmington
Most Booked

3,033 Reviews

AG
AnilG
Detroit
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall4food5service4ambience5
Owner greeted us and was very hospitable. The food is outstanding right down to the bread. Wine was excellent and everything is very fairly priced. The only suggestion we have is around service where we felt very rushed. We were told we had to order both courses at the same time and that gave us the impression there would be no time between appetizers and main course which was the case. We will definitely be back.
Is this helpful?
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Caprice Bistro offers fine dining at its best. I would highly recommend
Is this helpful?
FR
FreeRangeDiner
Raleigh
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have been dining at Caprice Bistro for a couple of years and have always had a wonderful experience. The ambiance is cozy and romantic, the food terrific, and the service friendly and attentive. If you like the warm feel and classic menu of a French bistro, you will love this place.
Is this helpful?
S
Scotty
Greater Boston
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience3
Caprice is always great .. the Frenchie Martini & Mussels are the best. Tables are extremely close to each other so a personal conversation is impossible. Also, can be a little on the noisy side. However the food , cocktails and desserts are outstanding. Would recommend without hesitation.
Is this helpful?
KN
KnNC
Wilmington
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our first visit to this restaurant and we thoroughly enjoyed it. We had a reservation for a Saturday night and were immediately seated upstairs. The staff was very attentive and water, cocktails, and food were all delivered in a timely manner. We had the calamari as an appetizer and it was hot and delicious. We each a salad that we enjoyed. Our entrees were the Waterzooi and Steak Frites and we thought they were delicious. Overall, a great dining experience and we won't hesitate in recommending the restaurant to others and returning for another meal.
Is this helpful?
G
peggyG
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food, always. The best French food in the cape fear region.
Is this helpful?
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service was great. Devin was an outstanding server. Food was exquisite yet not pricey. Definitely a regular stop for my wife and I who just moved to Wilmington.
Is this helpful?
s
stevec
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food. Great service Would highly recommend.
Is this helpful?
OT
OpenTable Diner
Yucatán
13 reviews
vip
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Lugar muy agradable , la comida buena , el pan muy rico
Is this helpful?
r
robert
Raleigh
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our waiter Nicholas was excellent, the was delicious
Is this helpful?
R
Rick
Key West
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 6, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Had a cocktail, escargot, rabbit sausage, pork dish, boeuf borgognone, creme brulee. The cocktail was very small and weak in alcohol, but was $15 which is overpriced. The escargot was in a cream sauce which was different and very good. The rabbit was excellent especially with the sauteed onions - yum. The pork and beef were both nice and hot when served and tasty. The brulee was excellent as well.
Is this helpful?
N
Nyvbmom
Wilmington
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
This restaurant brings me back to a brasserie we loved in Brussels. Our server was excellent. I love the French onion soup here. Our entrees were very good. My husband enjoys the beer selection (a really good Trappist beer on this visit) and I have had a few cocktails here that I’ve loved, which makes it hard for me to decide, but I have not been disappointed yet!
Is this helpful?
TJ
TJanney
Washington DC
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Crepe appetizer was amazing; we could have ordered 3 more of those. The service was outstanding. Our server was attentive, yet, not overbearing. I ordered the special halibut and my husband got the trout. Both were delicious and perfectly balanced over rice and mixed vegetables. We had an excellent meal and evening and will definitely return.
Is this helpful?
JW
JoeW
Greensboro
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on August 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fine traditional French dining - all dishes perfectly prepared, including the best escargot! Great service by Nick !
Is this helpful?
NC
NCGirl
Atlanta Metro
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on August 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food, service, and ambiance. Always the best
Is this helpful?
OT
OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Our first visit to Caprice. The food was delicious and the service first rate.
Is this helpful?
2
2drained
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
delicious food, kind staff, beautiful ambiance in the surrounding areas and just an overall enjoyable experience!
Is this helpful?
o
outtakitchen
Washington DC
50 reviews
vip
5.0
50 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our dinner experience lived up to expectations. It was top-notch. The food was so beautifully prepared - the sauces were especially delicious. Two of us had fish, one had duck, and one had the pork tenderloin. All were fabulous. Service was also attentive and friendly. We’ll be back.
Is this helpful?
CW
CarrieWerth
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Favorite restaurant for years ... Caprice. Back to school dinner for my daughter and me and of course, Caprice was her pick. Waterzooi - always a must. Wine, amazing. Pomme Frites - worth every calorie. Fresh bread - amazing. Dessert - can't go wrong with any pick! This time, we had a new server we hadn't had before. Wished we had requested Drew, who had tables next to us on both sides - he's wonderful. Will request him next time! All and all, can never go wrong with this amazing restaurant!
Is this helpful?
OT
OpenTable Diner
Nashville
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Amazing! Get the escargot! Everything was delicious
Is this helpful?
PB
PeterB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
French Influence, quite nice presentation & flacors
Is this helpful?
JS
JimS
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service and food. It was a wonderful experience and looking to returning
Is this helpful?
M
Melissa
Wilmington
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our only regret is that we aren’t able to dine here more often. A little gem in downtown Wilmington. Never disappointed- excellent food , great service- sweet ambience
Is this helpful?
JB
JohnB
Greater Boston
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
Selected Caprice as one of my favorite places to dine in Wilmington, specifically for the Mussels, and looked forward to a special meal with family visiting from out of town. On seating, the server announced that they were out of mussels......need I say ore of my great disappointment; had we know, we'd have reserved for another evening!
Is this helpful?
JT
JohnT
Atlanta Metro
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great classic French food. We've been going there for years.
Is this helpful?
H
Hank
Wilmington
160 reviews
vip
5.0
160 reviews
Dined on August 21, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Caprice continues to be one of the best restaurants in Wilmington NC. Wide range of food choices for everyone to enjoy. Easy parking in the public garage up the street. Nice beer and wine selection with craft cocktails.
Is this helpful?
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 21, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Sat upstairs for the first time and had a great experience. Will be back here for sure
Is this helpful?
SB
SusanB
Wilmington
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great meal! We try to eat here every time we come to Wilmington!
Is this helpful?
JH
JanelleH
Baltimore
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was excellent! Service was great. Espresso Martini was delicious.
Is this helpful?
SM
ScottM
Greater Boston
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on August 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Always a good meal, would like to see a broader menu, or more special choices.
Is this helpful?
MB
MarkB
Raleigh
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful to have the feel of a real Paris bistro right in Willmington. The food and service are excellent. I had the calamari and steak frites and would recommend them both.
Is this helpful?
NS
NanetteS
Wilmington
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Delicious food and great drinks. Love the ambience of the upstairs room especially. Love coming here. Great service
Is this helpful?
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
EVERYTHING was amazing. Atmosphere, staff, appetizers, entrees, wine and desert cocktails so good!!! 10/10
Is this helpful?
GW
GeoffreyW
Richmond
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our favorite restaurant in Wilmington! Always great fun and food.
Is this helpful?
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tampa
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was excellent! Great service. Quaint dining room.
Is this helpful?
LS
LouisS
Atlanta Metro
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always one of our favorites - great French cuisine, attentive staff, and pleasant setting.
Is this helpful?
WS
WilliamS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We are there often either my wife and I or with guests. Our favorite place to have a special meal. Always good. Great staff, fantastic food and the ambience is if we were back in Europe.
Is this helpful?
J
Judy
Richmond
25 reviews
vip
4.0
25 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience3
The trout and salmon entrees were delicious and we ordered some gF items for our son- gazpacho & a beet vinaigrette salad. The floating island was too sweet for our tastes. We had great service.
Is this helpful?
BG
BrookeG
Wilmington
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was absolutely delicious. This is probably one of the first meals I’ve had out this summer in Wilmington that I can honestly give a 10/10. First off the service was amazing, our waiter (Drew) gave my friend and I the tastiest recommendations. Everything from the escargot, to the entrees, to the dessert was nothing short of fabulous. I also want to mention the martinis, they were SO tasty and presented so nicely. The ambiance was also lovely. My friends and I are going to France next month and came here to try out some French food before we go. This is probably going to become one of my new fav spots to frequent in the area. Thanks for a lovely experience!
Is this helpful?
s
spinfan
Wilmington
31 reviews
vip
4.0
31 reviews
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall4food3service3ambience3
Food was great. Server was extremely nice but harried. We waited a long time for drink order after it was placed; apparently bar tender was overwhelmed. Restaurant was somewhat warm but it was extremely hot outside. Red wine also too warm but we were accomodated with a cooler
Is this helpful?

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Caprice Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (910) 815-0810.

Caprice Bistro is rated 4.8 stars by 3033 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 23, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

10 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28401

Additional information

Cross street
Water St.
Neighborhood
Wilmington
Hours of operation
Wed–Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:15 pm
Cuisines
French, Belgian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street parking and public garage deck
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Thierry Moity
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wine

Website
http://capricebistro.com/
Phone number
(910) 815-0810
Private party facilities
No private event

Caprice Bistro

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Mussels Provencal

Crepe Caprice

Salmon au "Vert"

Hors D'oeuvres

Paté Maison$9.50

Escargots Petits Gris$9.50

Saucisse "Lapin"$8.00

Calamari Mandelieu$12.00

Parfait Bressan$9.00

Crepe Caprice$14.00

Petits Plats

Planche de Charcuterie$19.00

Planche de Fromages$18.00

Pasta Fettucine$16.00

Soups & Salads

Soup du Moment$7.00

Salad "Roquette"$9.00

Salad "Meli Melo"$9.00

Salad "Cou Rouge"$12.00

Salad de "Chicons"$10.00

Moules

Mussels Mariniere

Mussels Provencal

Mussels Curry

Entrees

Pork Cheecks (Heritage Farms)$21.00

Carolina Mountain Trout$21.00

Salmon au "Vert"*$22.00

Chicken "Ballotine" (Joyce Farms)$19.00

Waterzooi (House Specialty)$24.00

Beef "Bourguignon"$23.00

Duck "Confit" (Maple Leaf Farms)$25.00

Le Steak "Du Jour"*

Lamb Shank "Tagine"$26.00

Plats du Jour

Plats du Jour

Desserts

Macarons "Frenchie"$8.00

Chocolate Mousse$9.50

Oeufs a la Neige$9.00

Crème Brulee$9.50

Profiteroles$9.50

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

Does Caprice Bistro offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Caprice Bistro restaurant rated?

Is Caprice Bistro currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information