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La Duna Paradiso, Wrightsville Beach, NC

La Duna Paradiso

4.3 (6)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
275 Waynick Boulevard, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for groups
  • Great for creative cocktails
La Duna Paradiso celebrates coastal Italian dining with the best of North Carolina’s local seafood.

Located in Trailborn Surf & Sound (formerly the Blockade Runner) our menu highlights fresh seafood, locally caught fish, and organic produce from local purveyors.

The vibrant bar, dining room and outdoor deck—beset in natural materials and ocean views—set the stage for memorable brunches and dinners, complemented by a curated selection of Old World wines and aperitifs.

For private gatherings, our La Costa space provides an intimate dining experience for up to 20 guests.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, American
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Bar Daily 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive chef
    Michelle Mathews
  • Private party facilities
    We cater to groups of all sizes with five private banquet rooms as well as the outdoor dinner deck.
  • Neighborhood
    Wrightsville Beach
  • Cross street
    Waynick Blvd
  • Parking details
    Ample parking surrounding the Blockade Runner. Valet parking available to all EAST patrons. Private hotel parking lot is reserved for registered hotel guests only.
  • Entertainment
    Sunday Jazz Brunch & Weekly Entertainment.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 6 people are saying

La Duna Paradiso reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

6 Reviews
  1. Terri

    Wilmington7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fantastic dinner starting with drinks at the bar with a unique drink menu. Started with a delicious market salad that far exceeded any salad in our area. Delicious pesto dressing!!! On to our entrees. The bucatini carbonara was better than some I’ve had in Rome. And the tagliatelle bolognese had a wonderful and traditional flavor. Table next to us had the ribeye and they said it was so good. Next time I’ll try the black bass or the halibut. Do not hesitate to visit this restaurant, you will not regret it.

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  2. Erin

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Visited for dinner, it was lovely! The spaces inside and outside were nicely decorated and the food was spot on, pasta portions were generous without being overwhelming. The service was exceptional, everyone was attentive and warm. I would absolutely recommend a visit!

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  3. Lisanna VIP

    Orlando9 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 23, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We were excited to try this seaside restaurant. First impression was favorable, it’s attractive with a view to beautiful gardens but the windows were filthy. Our appetizer of octopus was so over salted that it was inedible. Crudo of scallops was “ok”. My daughter’s linguine with clams was fine but on the small side and she remained hungry after dinner. My chicken had a nice browned texture but was also on the too salty side. Needs improvement but with some more care, could be great.
    La Duna ParadisoResponded on April 26, 2025
    Lisanna, Sorry we missed our first chance to make a fan! Let us know the next time you're in the area and we'd love to make it up to you.

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  4. Kelli

    Raleigh4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    For Easter brunch it was a Very limited menu & wines by the glass. Food was good but not over the top great. Maybe should have done Dinner menu but thought Easter brunch would have been a bit more expansive than a regular Sunday. We will come back to try dinner to see if that’s a better fit.

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  5. Ann VIP

    Wilmington3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went on the fourth night after they opened. The staff was enthusiastic and attentive, and the food was very good. We ordered the whole fish for two which was a red snapper perfectly cooked and seasoned. Two others at our table had the crab spaghetti and the halibut, and both were pronounced very good. We thought the wine list was a little odd, but everyone found something they wanted to drink so it wasn't a problem.
    La Duna ParadisoResponded on April 26, 2025
    Thanks for the rave review Ann!

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  6. Mary

    Charlotte2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Oh my gosh. Deeeelicious!!! Every dish was beautiful and unexpected.
    La Duna ParadisoResponded on April 26, 2025
    Thanks for joining us Mary!

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FAQs

La Duna Paradiso offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (910) 256-7100.

La Duna Paradiso is rated 4.3 stars by 6 OpenTable diners.

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

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  3. Coastal North Carolina
  4. Wilmington
  5. Wrightsville Beach

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
Google Map for La Duna Paradiso

275 Waynick Boulevard, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Waynick Blvd
  • Neighborhood
    Wrightsville Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Bar Daily 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Ample parking surrounding the Blockade Runner. Valet parking available to all EAST patrons. Private hotel parking lot is reserved for registered hotel guests only.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Michelle Mathews
  • Entertainment
    Sunday Jazz Brunch & Weekly Entertainment.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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