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

2614 Reviews

$30 and under

French

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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.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 20, 2022

May 2022

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7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

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Takeout

(910) 815-0810

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
French, Belgian
Hours of operation
Mon, Wed–Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 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

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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 2,614 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

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BrendaD
New Orleans
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and atmosphere was awesome! Our waiter did a great job!
NC
NCfoodie
Raleigh
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always great food well prepared. Highly recommend dining here.
PA
PAULL
Wilmington
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Never disappointed at Caprice Bistro! Food is always excellent and the specials regularly provide attractive and flavorful alternatives to the delicious standard entrees
ES
EarlS
Wilmington
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is a favorite restaurant for us. We are never disappointed ! It is the perfect place to share a great evening together...
KC
KitC
Wilmington
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We really enjoy the food and atmosphere. It is a great dining place for two.
AB
AshleyB
New York Area
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always so good and love the French environment! Fantastic service.
JP
JackP
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our favorite in Wilmington. True French food prepared perfectly. The Waterzooie (sp?) is fantastic as is the Beef Bourgonoun (sp?). Very reasonable for the quality.
DB
DavidB
Wilmington
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great as usual
BL
BillL
Wilmington
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding food and service One of the best in Wilmington
PS
PaulS
Wilmington
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Meal presentation was excellent. Food very tasty. Portions were right size. Wait staff was very friendly and accomodating
JM
JimM
Wilmington
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I have never had a bad meal at Caprice Bistro and this visit was no exception. Starter was Fried Calamari, which is ubiquitous, but at Caprice it appears hand cut and the coating contains Parmesan cheese which gives the dish a unique flavor. The Halibut entree was perfectly cooked, tender and moist; served with a sauce which I can't begin to describe except that it was delicious. It was accompanied by seasoned rice and an excellent Ratatouille which perfectly complemented the fish. Dessert was a triplet of mini puff pastry filled with vanilla ice cream and drizzled with chocolate sauce, perfect for sharing. As usual, the service was impeccable. We were greeted promptly by our server, Lindsey, who was attentive without being intrusive and offered helpful suggestions. Our food arrived hot and in a timely manner even though the restaurant was busy. Caprice Bistro is my favorite restaurant in Wilmington even when compared to far more expensive establishments.
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LizC
Wilmington
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were greeted and seated as soon as we arrived. We were informed of the nightly specials and ordered an excellent bottle of French pinot noir. Within minutes our order came out. The halibut special was very good and the waterzooi was delicious. Both desserts were memorable. Can't wait to return.
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Britishboy
Raleigh
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great restaurant!! We enjoyed taking our friends from England there!
BB
BrandonB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Caprice is one of our favorite restaurants. The food and service are always impeccable.
JZ
JohnZ
New York Area
47 reviews
vip
5.0
47 reviews
Dined on May 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Mountain Trout was well prepared and extremely favorable. The Waterzooi was outstanding! Loads of fish and the sauce was delicious. Our server, Devon, gave us great advice on this very carefully crafted menu.
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robertd
Atlantic City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was one of the best meals and service I’ve had in a long long time and a great value for the price
KE
KENOKI
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
We hadn't been to Caprice for a number of years just because we had gotten burnt out. I tried a new dish (for me).The food was spot on as usual. Even though we hadn't been in a few years, I still have been recommending this restaurant. This visit confirmed why I hold it in high regard.
MD
MikeD
Raleigh
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always terrific. Our fav restaurant in Wilmington. Their specials are just that!
CV
ChipV
Wilmington
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Authentic French...such a wonderful thing. Seems like other so called French Bistros around Wilmington sort of fudge the cuisine. Caprice does it right. Escargot done right. Perfect duck confit and flounder done the way Julia Child would have approved of. Nice French wines. Certainly a treasure for the Wilmington market.
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Rick
Exclusive
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and great service. Always really enjoy the mussels and the Corvina fish and chefs sauces were all good. The wine list was somewhat expensive.
RF
RichardF
Wilmington
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
great food great service, will enjoy again. will send a friend.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Wilmington
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Only weakness was they are a French restaurant & need to carry regular CIROC vodka which is distilled from grapes & imported from France! Best escargot this side of the pond.
MB
MaxB
Raleigh
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 28, 2022
overall4food3service3ambience5
Great place to dine and we will return but our last experience was a little disappointing. Some service details were overlooked that we come to expect. We ordered rack of lamb and the trout main dishes. Both over cooked somewhat. Waiter failed to ask how we wanted our lamb cooked. Relatively inattentive and that surprised us. We just took it as a bad night. Hoping next time will be better.
CB
CarinB
Raleigh
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It’s a must visit restaurant when in Wilmington The quality of the food is excellent Servers are very knowledgeable and are willing to make suggestions, they are well trained
PC
PatC
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
Great food except for the duck, which was a bit bland Nice cocktails and good service! One of my favorite places to dine in Wilmington
OT
OpenTable Diner
Wilmington
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous as always!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had out of town guests and spent the day downtown- they enjoyed their dinner and the bistro very much. Service was great and the food was awesome!
KH
KitH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This place never disappoints. It's our "special occasion" place because it can be a little pricey, but it's worth every penny. The food is incredible, the service is great, and it's very romantic!
CF
CaraF
Raleigh
38 reviews
vip
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect date night! Service was wonderful! Food was great!
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TimT
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 15, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Very nice welcome from hostess, who seemed genuinely glad to see us. Servers didn't call us "you guys" which irritates us. Our beef Bourguignon was not overcooked, which indicate that the vegetables were added at the right time. Bread was crusty, as bread should be. Also, this is a tourist area, and so nice to have a good French restaurant among the many seafood oriented places. Will be back.
TK
TKat
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 15, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Absolutely delicious! Ordered the pork-the meat was tender, the sauce delectable. So good with the mashed potatoes and vegetables. Like homemade only better! Husband ordered the flounder and thoroughly enjoyed it. Highly recommend Caprice Bistro.
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Genevieve
Philadelphia
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 13, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience4
The escargot appetizer was very good. The Moules Mariniere were a disappointment. For a French restaurant you would think the sauce would be a perfect combination of wine, shallots, butter and juices from the mussels. The crème brulee and profiteroles for dessert were delicious. Our server was good but always poured so much wine in the glass which is not correct. It annoyed us. If you want authentic French food I would not go here.
AM
AnneMarie
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had an apparativo in the upstairs bar, very friendly atmosphere. Dinner downstairs. Friendly and efficient staff. Food was delicious. The Waterzooi is amazing!!
MT
MyrtleT
Charleston
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on April 11, 2022
overall4food3service3ambience4
Overall, our meal was good. I lived in Belgium for four years, so I loved the frites and especially the frite sauce! The mussels were good (meunière), but not near as garlicky as I’m used to. I had the arugula salad, as did my friend. It has very little dressing. My husband and friend had the Cou Rouge salad. They weren’t thrilled.
GM
GlennM
Wilmington
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was terrific as always! We are never disappointed.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Luis Potosi
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Enjoyed the 2nd floor by the window. Good was lovely as always snd service was attentive w/o being overbearing.
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melissad
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of my favorite spots in town! Always a delightful experience.
R
Russ
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
If you enjoy very good food with a nice variety to appeal to all, served by a professional wait staff, this is a restaurant not to be missed.
MB
MaryB
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We took our granddaughters (college students). Everyone’s meal was excellent. The waiter was attentive, pleasant and very helpful. The crepe appetizer was the best.
SD
SavvyDiner
Wilmington
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on April 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding. Delicious food. Attractive presentation. Thoughtfully seated at a slight distance from others. Quiet acoustics perfect for our conversation. Can’t wait to dine here again.

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 2614 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

May 20, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(910) 815-0810

10 Market Street Wilmington, NC 28401

Additional information

Cross street
Water St.
Neighborhood
Wilmington
Hours of operation
Mon, Wed–Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 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

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Caprice Bistro

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

Best Restaurants in Wilmington

Mussels Curry

Beef "Bourguignon"

Mussels Mariniere

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

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