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1. Lime & Lemon Fusion Grill & Bar - Jacksonville

4.1

Excellent(6)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Indian • Jacksonville

Booked 3 times today

Lime & Lemon Fusion Grill & Bar offers an immersive dining experience with exquisite dishes that will take you on a journey through India's many regions, traditions and festivals. We meticulously curate using only the best ingredients to create dishes that are authentic, unsurpassed, and timeless. All this in an ultra-modern setting to ensure your dining affair is nothing short of perfect.Food for us has always been an adventure but professionally it has also been about putting fusion dishes in the forefront, on a podium and at par with some of the most flavorful cuisines out there.Our warm environment, knowledgeable and experienced staff, safe and clean kitchen, and dedication to excellence help us provide our patrons a first-class dining experience.

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2. Red Lobster - Jacksonville

4.5

Awesome(5)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Jacksonville

Red Lobster welcomes you by offering PRIORITY SEATING to reduce your wait time in the restaurant, so you can spend more time doing the things you love. Or, come enjoy a drink at our bar and a Tasting Plate while you wait. Red Lobster is the world's largest and most loved seafood restaurant company, offering high quality, freshly-prepared seafood, sourced in a way that is traceable, sustainable and responsible. We offer lunch and dinner daily, featuring classics like our Ultimate Feast®, Garlic Shrimp Scampi and Parrot Isle Jumbo Coconut Shrimp, and feature limited time flavors and preparations during events like Lobsterfest®, Crabfest® and Endless Shrimp®. And, who can resist our famous warm and cheesy Cheddar Bay Biscuits®? To learn more visit www.redlobster.com

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3. River 128 Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(106)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Wilmington

Booked 31 times today

River 128 Restaurant, located in downtown Wilmington, NC, offers an unforgettable dining experience on the Cape Fear River. Enjoy fresh, locally inspired cuisine with stunning views of the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge, the USS North Carolina Battleship, and breathtaking sunsets. Dine inside or on our heated outdoor decks, and bring your furry friends to one of the area’s only dog-friendly restaurants. Arrive by car or boat—take advantage of free parking vouchers and our 90-ft floating dock. River 128 is your destination for exceptional food, waterfront dining, and Southern hospitality.

4. Seabird

4.9

Exceptional(1636)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Wilmington

Booked 24 times today

Mindfully sourced and thoughtfully prepared ingredients highlight the landscape of the food in our coastal community. Menu subject to change daily with local availability of seafood and produce. James Beard nominated chef and owner, Dean Neff. Reservations available for dinner Wednesday through Monday. Closed Tuesdays.Brunch now served Saturday & Sunday!

5. Tarantelli’s

4.7

Exceptional(2983)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Wilmington

Booked 28 times today

Tarantelli’s is located on Second Street, just one block from Front Street and in walking distance to the Cape Fear River. The restaurant and event venue is located in the historic district of downtown Wilmington. This lively area spans 230-plus blocks and is home to some of the best bars, restaurants, churches, architecture, and selection of fine art. There are several parking facilities nearby, but you can also reach Tarantelli's year round via horse drawn trolley and carriage, river taxi, trolley cars, or on foot.

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6. Dave & Buster's - Wilmington

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3.8

Excellent(2)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Wilmington

Each Dave & Buster’s has more state-of-the-art games than ever, more mouth-watering menu items and the most innovative drinks anywhere. From wings to steaks, we’ve got whatever suits your appetite and our premium bar assures we’re stocked to satisfy! Plus, you can watch your game on one of our massive HDTVs with epic stadium sound.

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7. Floriana - Wilmington

4.8

Exceptional(1382)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Wilmington

Booked 47 times today

We are open for carry out and for dine-in guests. The balcony tables are available first come first serve upon reservation. If one is not available upon arrival, guests are welcome to wait at the bar or in the lounge until one becomes available. We are open for Dinner MON-SUN 4:30 pm till 10 pm and for Brunch on SUN 11:00-2:00 pm. Floriana Restaurant is about friends, family and community. We are an independently-owned Italian bistro serving dishes made with seasonal ingredients sourced from local producers. We pride ourselves on our menu, service and passion for food. Our beautifully appointed dining room is the perfect setting for any occasion — an intimate, romantic dinner, or when you have reason for celebration and want all your closest friends together at the same table.The Wilmington Floriana Restaurant is located in Wilmington, NC riverside at 2 Market Street.

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8. 34° North Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(1746)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Beaufort / Morehead City

Booked 30 times today

Visitors, boaters, and locals alike will enjoy the premier waterfront dining destination on the Crystal CoastOur waterfront restaurant features locally inspired Eastern North Carolina cuisine with fresh local seafood, hand cut steaks, and seasonal ingredients. 34° North is renowned for its cuisine which is rooted in local farms and pristine waters.Our menus grant guests a passport to experience delicious locally inspired cuisine and hand-crafted specialty cocktails amidst a relaxed island setting overlooking Taylor’s Creek.34° North, serves breakfast, lunch, and upscale dinner daily.34° North captures the island ambiance unique to its Beaufort locale. Dine inside or on the outdoor patio, a covered open-air dining space overlooking Taylor’s Creek and Rachel Carson Reserve, home to over 30 amazing wild horses. The outstanding island views constantly change. Reservations are recommended at all times and outside seating is by request and is not guaranteed.

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9. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC

4.7

Exceptional(2550)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Wilmington

Booked 27 times today

Ruth's Chris Steak House in Wilmington is located at the newly constructed River Place in the heart of historic Downtown Wilmington. Whether it's a romantic steak dinner for two, an important business meeting, or a private party, Ruth's Chris Steak House can accommodate your needs and our Wilmington steakhouse provides guests with a warm, comfortable atmosphere of casual elegance.

10. RUMCOW.

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4.4

Awesome(16)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Wilmington

Booked 11 times today

Come and join us for Dinner and enjoy our American cuisine with a global flair ✨

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Heidi
Coastal North Carolina •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Extraordinary evening at Seabird — the food was incredible, the service impeccable, in such a beautiful setting. Loved the round booth! It’s a special place.
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SeabirdPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Wilmington
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4.9
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Devon
Coastal North Carolina •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food, service, price were excellent. Ambiance was very good. Will definitely visit again.
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Lime & Lemon Fusion Grill & Bar - JacksonvillePrice: Moderate• Indian• Jacksonville
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4.1
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Katie
Virginia •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Delicious food and great service! We were lucky enough to get a table on the covered porch, so we had a lovely view and ambiance!
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River 128 RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Wilmington
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4.5
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Lane
Coastal North Carolina •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
My go to for Italian. Thanks for the great service Gabriel!
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Tarantelli’sPrice: Moderate• Italian• Wilmington
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4.7
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OpenTable Diner
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 3, 2023
Hostess made the experience for the kids amazing. Food is typical frozen seafood
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Red Lobster - JacksonvillePrice: Moderate• Seafood• Jacksonville
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4.5

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1. Lime & Lemon Fusion Grill & Bar - Jacksonville

2. Red Lobster - Jacksonville

3. River 128 Restaurant

4. Seabird

5. Tarantelli’s

6. Dave & Buster's - Wilmington

7. Floriana - Wilmington

8. 34° North Restaurant

9. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC

10. RUMCOW.

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