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Hieronymus Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar, Wilmington, NC

Hieronymus Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar

4.6
4.6
440 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood
The Area's Authentic Seafood Restaurant The experience that you will have at Hieronymus Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar is uniquely Wilmington, North Carolina. Our specialty is Cape Fear cuisine, including fresh local seafood, fresh vegetables, and local craft beer. When you walk through our doors, take a look around. You will see many items that are a part of our history. The shells inside the tables have been brought to us by many guests throughout the years. Nameplates on the bar designate locals that have told many a tale. News releases show Hieronymus cooking for Bryant Gumbel on the Today Show. You might copy a recipe for soft shell crab or take a gander at some of the "stars" that have dropped by for dinner.

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2 people

9:30 PM


Booked 14 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Seafood, American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm

  • Phone number

    (910) 218-2048

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Catering

    Celebrations are an important part of our lives. Whether it's a wedding, business function, or a backyard event with friends and family, we have menus to fit your needs. We offer a selection of theme parties, buffets and custom menus featuring seafood, chicken, pork, beef, and vegetables from the Cape Fear region. Our recipes tell the tale of our southern coastal heritage. You and your guests will enjoy taking a culinary journey back in time by sampling our delicious menu items. Contact Max at (910) 392-6313 for more information about catering options. We look forward to celebrating with you. We Also Offer THEME PARTIES!

  • Neighborhood

    Wilmington

  • Cross street

    New Center Drive

  • Parking details

    Private Lot

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 440 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Neighborhood gem

  • Wilmington

    Best Value

  • Wilmington

    Good for business meals

  • Wilmington

    Good for groups

  • Wilmington

    Neighborhood gem

  • Wilmington

    Great for outdoor dining

  1. MLou

    Cleveland

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food was excellent. We have tried at least a dozen restaurants while vacationing in North Carolina but this one by far has the best cuisine, friendly staff and waiters.

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  2. EdenB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Brendan was an absolutely fantastic server! He was friendly, attentive and gave great recommendations. Our food was excellent quality, and portions were huge for the price! We'll be back!

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  3. SeafoodAffluent

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 3, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience5
    Great location, great vibe, but the food left us ultimately unsatisfied and disappointed. Everything from our appetizers to the salad dressing just seemed like the ingredients used weren’t well balanced. The crab dip had so much horseradish that it was almost overwhelming. The balsamic vinegrette I ordered had the consistency of a blue cheese dressing. I question whether or not the seafood was really all that fresh. Some of it seemed frozen from a bag. Not worth the money we spent. Service staff themselves were wonderful and the environment was cozy and inviting!

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  4. KurtB

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Heard this was a favorite for the best seafood in Wilmington...the quality of the food was everything they suggested. It was obvious the waitstaff includes veteran servers who know how to give great service and are happy where they work. We've only been there once, but expect to return often

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  5. SusanC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food was great portions were large. Great find. Will definitely be back

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Tucson

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Good selection of seafood and sides. Staff was hustling.

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  7. BrianGGG

    Raleigh

    66 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    66 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    This place is a hidden gem. It's off the main path, but it's worth the trip. Great daily food specials and preparations. Lots of specials, good drink menu. With terrific service, what else is needed??

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was great! We made a reservation and are glad we did. Food was awesome and reasonably priced for the size portion you get.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    The raw oysters were outstanding! The fried fish was also excellent. My mom had the shrimp and grits which was okay and the crab dip was definitely not worth the price or the calories. Service was also excellent. I would still go again!

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  10. PaulP

    Columbus

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had Matt as a server great guy the food was right on point we will definitely will put this in are place

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  11. NateS

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    My girlfriend and I had a lovely Sunday evening dinner here with the only goal of getting some crab legs. The crab was great! There were phenomenal fresh catch options for fish and preparation options available for each. The wine and beer lists are tasteful and well thought out. If you’re looking for a quality seafood spot with an adaptable setting for any tastes then this is the spot. It’s worth mentioning the sauces were on point.

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  12. StephenC

    Wilmington

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I can’t find anything to complain about. Food was great and service was the best I’ve ever received. Brendan was very allergen conscious and also very knowledgeable about the menu. He made some great recommendations to my family we all loved! Always a great atmosphere and so easy to be able to hold a conversation. Our timing was great too, plenty of fresh caught available to pick from!

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  13. JimZ

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    We've eaten here multiple times and for our money it's the best seafood in Wilmington.

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  14. Debi

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great seafood. My husband and I had the blackened flounder and shrimp. The were both delicious. We would come back here again next time we are in Wilmington.

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  15. ThomasG

    Wilmington

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent seafood and service! We've visited multiple times and will definitely be back!

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  16. llou

    Columbus

    95 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    95 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great seafood. Went here twice on vacation. She crab soup wonderful. Wine prices reasonable but 1/2 off wine on Wednesday was a nice surprise. Casual and delicious. Server knowledgeable of menu and fish options. Definitely will go back next time in area.

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  17. AmandaG

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food5service3ambience4
    Had a reservation for Mother's Day. Arrived at the restaurant and they didn't have a table ready for us despite only a few tables being occupied. Was asked if we would sit outside we preferred indoor seating. Was also asked by the same hostess multiple times if our party size was smaller than the reservation (it had not changed). Was then left waiting in lobby for a table to be set up for us. Our party of 5 ended up at a 4 top booth with a chair sat in the walkway despite an abundance of available tables that remained empty our entire time there. I made a reservation thinking that we could avoid anything like this happening since I know restaurants get busy on this day. Our waitress was great, very attentive and friendly and our food came out quickly and was delicious. But unfortunately the seating situation really left a bad taste not only for myself but my guests .

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  18. RICKS

    Hawaii

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great seafood and pasta. Our server was awesome, and the servings were large.

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  19. YvonneB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    The staff was fantastic very polite and engaging. Weill def return and recommend to others. The food was great also

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  20. JimB

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I have been coming here since 1986. I have never been disappointed. The service, atmosphere, & food has been consistently excellent.

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  21. Jimmy

    Atlanta Metro

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    It was our anniversary. My wife and I both had fried seafood and it was superb. We loved celebrating with our shared brownie and ice cream dessert.

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  22. AmyD

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience3
    Wait staff was excellent but food was too salty for us. Large select of fish choices.

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    14 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Very nice seafood place. Oysters were very fresh and tasty. The rockfish was cooked perfectly. Would book again when in town.

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  24. marlam

    Baltimore

    22 reviews

    3.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    The server Savannah was excellent. I had a birthday reservation and the hostess placed us at a table by the back door and the humidifier. I waited a few minutes for the hostess to return, another server kindly agreed and moved us. The food was average though one of our guests had a hair in their food and sent it back. The food overall was just average. In a beach town with other seafood restaurants maybe they need to step up their game!

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  25. DawnD

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall4food5service2ambience4
    The fresh catch and specials were excellent! The oysters were delish! The mixed drinks and desserts were just ok. The service was fair to good. We felt this way because our table was never properly cleared. Our appetizer plates remained on the table during dinner. Our waitress took our dessert order during dinner and left half the dirty dinner dishes on our table and served us dessert. Our orders came out correct and were served timely.

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  26. Matt

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great people! Will definitely be back again

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  27. goodfood

    Washington DC

    62 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    62 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    I had seen hieronymous on the list of restaurants but hadn’t heard from friends about it. Decided to try it and definitely will go back. Food was very good and service was the best. My swordfish was a tad salty but my wife’s drum was perfect. Our server was the best. Great prices too!

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  28. JasonC

    Raleigh

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great fresh catch selection of fish. Always have a great meal here.

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  29. EmilyW

    Washington DC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    My shrimp scampi was quite bland and boring. My mom's fish was way too sweet with the nutted crust. Service was wonderful though.

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  30. Brad

    Charlotte

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Excellent food and service! Seafood choices and overall food excellent. Service very good - attentive but not intrusive. Not much to look at from the outside but food is outstanding!

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  31. DennisG

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    I had the grilled grouper, and it was the best prepared fish I’ve had in a long time. You came with a lemon caper sauce, which was the perfect accompaniment. Michelle was our server and she was fabulous.

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  32. AprilD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was terrific at this place--the she-crab soup was perfection. The biscuits, the tea, the shrimp and grits were all so very good and Brenden was a terrific server-- just the right amount of attention and engagement.

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  33. NCwineguy

    New York Area

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Several choices of fresh fish, multiple options for preparation. Great sides, well priced wines by the glass. Great service.

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Greensboro

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The seafood was fresh. Our waitress was fantastic. Just wish they offer the same wine at both the bar below and the bar with the restaurant.

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  35. LesleyB

    Charleston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a large party of 14 and the restaurant/hostess went out of their way to accommodate us, seating groups 7 and 7 right beside each other! Everyone was top notch and simply my awesome! Oh, and the food was outstanding too! Will definitely return when I’m in the area!

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  36. AndreaS

    Exclusive

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome! It was my third time here when visiting Wilmington. I've enjoyed each time. The food was really good and my son loved the first experience he had with crab legs!

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  37. LyndaB

    Wilmington

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The food was really good and fresh. We had scallops, shrimp, and fish which were all seasoned well and very tasty. They had an excellent fresh catch list. We would recommend others to try this restaurant. It's been around for a very long time so they must be doing something right. We will be back when in the area.

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  38. GretaB

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best steamed oysters I ve had!! So flavorful, cooked to perfection, good sized. Awesome cocktail sauce, didn’t really need it but it tasted so good! We’ll be back!

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  39. tori2

    Greensboro

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ask for Kelly!! Wonderful waitstaff person! Recommend her.

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  40. paulz

    New England

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Our Server was excellent. Food was good as always. Great clam strips

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FAQs

Hieronymus Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (910) 218-2048.

Hieronymus Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 440 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

9:30 PM


Booked 14 times today
Google Map for Hieronymus Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar

5035 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28405-3429

Additional information

  • Cross street

    New Center Drive

  • Neighborhood

    Wilmington

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm

  • Cuisines

    Seafood, American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Private Lot

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (910) 218-2048

  • Catering

    Celebrations are an important part of our lives. Whether it's a wedding, business function, or a backyard event with friends and family, we have menus to fit your needs. We offer a selection of theme parties, buffets and custom menus featuring seafood, chicken, pork, beef, and vegetables from the Cape Fear region. Our recipes tell the tale of our southern coastal heritage. You and your guests will enjoy taking a culinary journey back in time by sampling our delicious menu items. Contact Max at (910) 392-6313 for more information about catering options. We look forward to celebrating with you. We Also Offer THEME PARTIES!

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