How is Hi-Wire Wilmington restaurant rated?

Hi-Wire Wilmington

4.9

50 Reviews

$30 and under

Brewery

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Located at 1020 Princess Street in Wilmington’s up-and-coming “Soda Pop District,” the 7920-square-foot taproom will include two outdoor beer gardens, ample parking, and an expansive twenty-four tap bar in a space that originally served as a car dealership and most recently was home to Carolina Carburetor Specialists since 1983. The large bar will feature twenty-one taps of Hi-Wire beers, including year-rounds, seasonals, specialties, sours, and one-offs as well as three wine taps. A variety of family-friendly activities including soccer pool, table tennis, shuffleboard, foosball, and other assorted games will round out the taproom.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Brewery
Hours of operation
Bar Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(910) 933-5500
Website
https://hiwirebrewing.com/wilmington/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
1020 Princess St, Wilmington, NC 28401-4334
Neighborhood
Wilmington
Parking details
Street parking is also available
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 50 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.9

4.9 based on all time ratings

4.3Food
4.8Service
4.9Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

50 Reviews

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GageF
Wilmington
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 20, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had an amazing time! Took my mother for her birthday! Upon arrival they had a balloon waiting at our table and gave us a flight of sours for her birthday on them. 100% will go again
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Charles
Wilmington
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2021
overall5food3service5ambience5
Hunter was helpful and Awesome! Got a good table, samples for our flights. Definitely coming back!
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BobB
Exclusive
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 2, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food truck that weekend offered several pizza options, we had the margarita pizza - we would order it again...very tasty.
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patron
Charleston
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 20, 2021
overall3food3service4ambience4
Craft beer selection was minimal. Several of the options weren't cold yet at 7pm. Flights are kinda pricey. About 30% higher than other venues.
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OpenTable Diner
Wilmington
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on April 10, 2021
overall5food3service5ambience5
We’ve been here several times and love it. Never too crowded and always a mellow crowd.
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AbbyH
Exclusive
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 6, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
LOOOVE IT. So dog friendly and laid back. Excellent and friendly service too! Coming back soon for a T-shirt!
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OzzFactor
Wilmington
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 6, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Hi-Wire is great. They really don't have any control over the food but I've never had a bad experience. It doesn't hurt they're a short walk away from our house, but we'd go there even if it wasn't.
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BDens
Raleigh
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2021
overall5food5service4ambience5
Great beer, lots on tap, spacious seating inside and outside. Parking available.
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KerriK
Exclusive
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 27, 2021
overall3food2service2ambience3
Food truck was terrible. Telethon on the TV with poor acoustics . So loud!!! Beer was very good to excellent.
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ErinS
Orlando
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 24, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a great evening here with our 2 kids (12 & 14) while visiting Wilmington. Hi-Wire beer and Wilmy Woodie pizza were both excellent.
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ErikaP
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 21, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great time with friends! Even better that we get to bring our furry friends along too!
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SwanScience
Exclusive
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 19, 2021
overall4food3service4ambience4
Great atmosphere and beer. I recommend checking this spot out.
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PattiB
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 14, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
We like this new place in town. We have lots of choices so sometimes hard to decide. The service is great
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CarissaF
Exclusive
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 11, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great vibes and the service was great. Friendly and dog friendly too,
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SamC
Raleigh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 7, 2021
overall5food3service5ambience5
We enjoyed our time with family and friends and even played some ping pong and fuss ball.
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Babs
Wilmington
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 6, 2021
overall5food1service5ambience5
Only food truck available but you can bring in food. We were three adults and three small Children. Activities for adults, and children could participate with adult guidance. We went at 12:15 And that worked very well. Left a bit before two.
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ElizabethE
New Orleans
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 28, 2021
overall4food3service4ambience3
Glad to visit Hi Wire in ILM! Love the reserved tables option.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 28, 2021
overall5food5service4ambience5
Great outdoor and indoor space, allows dogs which is awesome!
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Ashlyn
Wilmington
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 27, 2021
overall5food4service5ambience5
It was easy and convenient to book a reservation here and super helpful with a big group so we didn't have to wait. The service was fast and the beer selection is good here.
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OpenTable Diner
Western NC
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on February 27, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic beer and a great vibe. Highly recommend!
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AliciaL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 25, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always enjoy coming here for drinks and relaxing! Nice low key atmosphere that’s friendly and welcoming.
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MikeS
Las Vegas
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 21, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great beer and great service.
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ShawnE
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 20, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beer was good, the inside was way bigger than what I was expecting. Lots of seating, just be sure to reserve if you need a table. Otherwise there is good standing room as well.
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michaels
Western NC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Monday night discount night with Wheels Pizza (discounted too). Everyone is masked and this place takes Covid seriously. My new favorite stop.
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dreaminofcb
Poconos
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2021
overall5food4service5ambience5
Hi Wire beers are among the best. We are so happy they decided to bring their beers to Wilmington.
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Katelyn
Greensboro
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 10, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Hi-Wire Wilmington and its team of employees are wonderful! Each beer I've tried has been delicious, they are doing a wonderful job of creating a safe environment during COVID, and their team is very friendly and efficient! Can't wait until the weather warms up and the garage doors can be open! Thank you for a wonderful evening out!
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Sarah
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 6, 2021
overall5food2service5ambience5
Great beer with a variety of choices. Staff were friendly and helpful - sticklers for Covid regulations - but otherwise awesome place! Love the game options, adds to the experience. Highly recommend!
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Marlene
Chicago
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on February 5, 2021
overall5food1service5ambience3
First time visit. We will be back. A small inventory of soda would be nice for those who are not beer drinkers, but go to breweries with the men in the family.
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Britney
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 3, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
It is big and spacious, they have games you can play on which is super cool. The beers were good as always, will definitely be coming back!
Hi-Wire WilmingtonResponded on February 8, 2021
We're looking forward to it! Thanks, Britney!
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MichaelM
Washington DC
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 30, 2021
overall4food3service4ambience4
Great space and great beer garden. I gather that there are more games and ways to play them when its not covid. Food tasted good but didn't feel great next day. I'd have a popcorn machine and chips and nuts to buy if I were them. More food options.
Hi-Wire WilmingtonResponded on February 8, 2021
Thanks for the review and feedback, Michael! We appreciate it.
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AlBG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 30, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great beer and fun atmosphere. Will be coming back.
Hi-Wire WilmingtonResponded on February 8, 2021
Thank you! We can't wait!
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Annep
Coastal Georgia
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 23, 2021
overall4food4service4ambience3
Loud but fun! Great beer selection and quick service. Will be back😃
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CHRISTYH
Wilmington
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 22, 2021
overall5food4service5ambience5
Beautiful place! Cant wait for the doors to be open in the spring!!
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DanielleG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 22, 2021
overall5food1service5ambience5
Had to give a poor rating to food only because they don’t serve food.
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ShawnK
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 20, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place for beers, no food here unless food truck.
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PaulN
Wilmington
19 reviews
vip
4.0
19 reviews
Dined on January 17, 2021
overall4food2service4ambience4
Cool place to hang with friends. Missed the food truck and no food options on-site. Lots of indoor and outdoor space and plenty of beer options. Will definitely come back.
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Roswell
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love this place, they are just a couple of blocks from us and we are so glad they are investing in our neighborhood! Looking forward to continual support of our new local watering hole.
Hi-Wire WilmingtonResponded on January 21, 2021
We very much appreciate the love and support! We're stoked to be here in Wilmington.
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OpenTable Diner
Greensboro
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2021
overall5food4service5ambience5
Nice date night with my wife. Great beer, great vibe. Wheelz Pizza truck Monday nights, so great food too.
Hi-Wire WilmingtonResponded on January 21, 2021
Happy to hear it! Thanks for hanging with us, and come see us again soon.
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OpenTable Diner
Wilmington
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 10, 2021
overall5food3service5ambience5
1st time. spacious taproom, lively atmosphere, cool games and beer garden.
Hi-Wire WilmingtonResponded on February 8, 2021
We appreciate it so much!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 10, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great new brewery!
Hi-Wire WilmingtonResponded on January 21, 2021
Thanks so much for the love!
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Safety precautions

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

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff temperature check required

FAQs

Hi-Wire Wilmington is rated 4.9 stars by 50 OpenTable diners.

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1020 Princess St, Wilmington, NC 28401-4334

Additional information

Neighborhood
Wilmington
Hours of operation
Bar Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Brewery
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street parking is also available
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://hiwirebrewing.com/wilmington/
Phone number
(910) 933-5500

Hi-Wire Wilmington

Not available on OpenTable

Additional information

Overall ratings and reviews

Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

How is Hi-Wire Wilmington restaurant rated?

Not available on OpenTable

Additional information