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Hi-Wire Wilmington

4.9
4.9
51 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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Additional information

  • 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

Menu

At present, we do not have menu information for this restaurant. Please see their website or wait to visit the restaurant to learn more.

What 51 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.9
4.9 based on all time ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.7Value

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  1. GF

    GageF

    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

  2. C

    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!

  3. BB

    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.

  4. p

    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.

  5. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Wilmington

    13 reviews

    vip
    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.

  6. AH

    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!

  7. OF

    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.

  8. BD

    BDens

    Raleigh

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2021

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    Great beer, lots on tap, spacious seating inside and outside. Parking available.

  9. KK

    KerriK

    Exclusive

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    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.

  10. ES

    ErinS

    Orlando

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 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.

  11. EP

    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!

  12. SS

    SwanScience

    Exclusive

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2021

    overall4food3service4ambience4

    Great atmosphere and beer. I recommend checking this spot out.

  13. PB

    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

  14. CF

    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,

  15. SC

    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.

  16. B

    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.

  17. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    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.

  18. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 28, 2021

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    Great outdoor and indoor space, allows dogs which is awesome!

  19. A

    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.

  20. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Western NC

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on February 27, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Fantastic beer and a great vibe. Highly recommend!

  21. AL

    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.

  22. MS

    MikeS

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 21, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great beer and great service.

  23. SE

    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.

  24. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Western NC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 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.

  25. d

    dreaminofcb

    Poconos

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 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.

  26. K

    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!

  27. S

    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!

  28. M

    Marlene

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 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.

  29. B

    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!

  30. MM

    MichaelM

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 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.

  31. AB

    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!

  32. A

    Annep

    Savannah

    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😃

  33. CH

    CHRISTYH

    Wilmington

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2021

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    Beautiful place! Cant wait for the doors to be open in the spring!!

  34. DG

    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.

  35. SK

    ShawnK

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 20, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great place for beers, no food here unless food truck.

  36. PN

    PaulN

    Wilmington

    17 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    17 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.

  37. R

    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.

  38. OT

    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.

  39. OT

    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!

  40. 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!

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 51 OpenTable diners.

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Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    North Carolina

  • 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

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