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Caprice Bistro, Wilmington, NC
Caprice Bistro, Wilmington, NC
Caprice Bistro, Wilmington, NC
Caprice Bistro, Wilmington, NC
Caprice Bistro, Wilmington, NC

Caprice Bistro

4.8
4.8
3038 Reviews
$30 and under
French
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

2 people

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
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Thierry Moity
  • Private party facilities
    No private event
  • 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

What 3,038 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

NoiseModerate

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

3,038 Reviews
  1. HughesUSA

    Cleveland

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were celebrating our 40th wedding anniversary and love French food which is why my husband booked here. We were not dissatisfied from the moment Drew welcomed us it was a fabulous night. Drew was very attentive and knowledgeable of the menu and wine available. My husband dropped his knife and immediately someone appeared from nowhere with a new one and switched it out. We will definitely go back.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Caprice is a Wilmington institution that I have enjoyed for years. The food is so complex and delicious. Can’t eat this well anywhere else. I had the pan fried flounder and shrimp. We also had the mussels and fries yummy yummy yummy!!!

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  3. JosephS

    Charleston

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great restaurant every time we have eaten here. Food, service, and atmosphere are excellent.

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  4. JosephS

    Charleston

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is an excellent restaurant. The food, service, and atmosphere are always top notch. We eat here every time we visit Wilmington. We have eaten here at least two dozen times in the last 20 years. It has been excellent every time.

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  5. Linda

    New York Area

    55 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    55 reviews

    Dined on September 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Super cute restaurant. Service was excellent, as was the food. If you’re in the mood for French, this is a don’t miss.

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  6. BeauM

    Wilmington

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fleur et Fume! The best cocktail ever made in Caprice Bistro!

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  7. AnilG

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 21, 2023

    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.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Caprice Bistro offers fine dining at its best. I would highly recommend

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  9. FreeRangeDiner

    Raleigh

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    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.

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  10. Scotty

    Greater Boston

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    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.

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  11. KnNC

    Wilmington

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    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.

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  12. 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.

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  13. 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.

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  14. stevec

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food. Great service Would highly recommend.

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  15. 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

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  16. robert

    Raleigh

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waiter Nicholas was excellent, the was delicious 

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  17. 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.

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  18. 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!

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  19. 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.

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  20. 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 !

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  21. NCGirl

    Atlanta Metro

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food, service, and ambiance. Always the best

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  22. 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.

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  23. 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!

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  24. 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.

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  25. 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!

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Amazing! Get the escargot! Everything was delicious

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  27. PeterB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    French Influence, quite nice presentation & flacors

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  28. 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

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  29. 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

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  30. 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!

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  31. JohnT

    Atlanta Metro

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great classic French food. We've been going there for years.

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  32. 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.

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  33. 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

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  34. 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!

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  35. 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.

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  36. 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.

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  37. 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.

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  38. 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

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  39. 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

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  40. GeoffreyW

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our favorite restaurant in Wilmington! Always great fun and food.

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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 3038 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Caprice Bistro

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
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