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PinPoint, Wilmington, NC

PinPoint

4.7
4.7
1496 Reviews
$50 and over
American
Welcome to PinPoint Restaurant!

Located in Wilmington, NC, PinPoint Restaurant serves food deeply rooted in Southern tradition. Featured in Southern Living's Best Restaurants of 2019. The menu changes daily and features local seasonal offerings from Wilmington’s farmers, fishermen, and oystermen.

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2 people

9:30 PM


Booked 16 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    American, Vegetarian / Vegan, Seafood

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (910) 769-2972

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Cameron Garvey

  • Neighborhood

    Wilmington

  • Cross street

    Front St.

  • Parking details

    Across the street from the Market Street parking deck. Your first hour is free. $1 per hour.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

Offers

  • Half Price Wine and Raw Oysters

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
    Enjoy 50% off of all wines and raw oysters

What 1,496 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Innovative

  • Wilmington

    Good for business meals

  • Wilmington

    Innovative

  • Wilmington

    Healthy

  • Wilmington

    Lively

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  1. DavidS

    Atlanta Metro

    9 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Strawberry salad was exceptional, grouper entree also very good and cocktail and wine choices were above average
  2. SusanK

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We went on Monday which to our happy surprise was 1/2 price oyster and wine night. The oysters were outstanding. Cold and fresh. I had the halibut, pricey but fresh and soooo delicious!
  3. DebD

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food4service3ambience2
    Never had a bad meal or experience at Pinpoint. Excellent
  4. BillJ

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic Birthday dinner for my husband. Good and service were perfect. Thank you Pinpoint!!
  5. EJC1

    Las Vegas

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent meal and excellent service. Local oysters were very flavorful. Tartare was sublime. Grouper and cauliflower mains were delicious.
  6. mikem

    Charleston

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Food was just okay and bit lukewarm. Drinks were on point while service was adequate. They assess lame CC transaction fee as well…why not just up your menu prices slightly. Likely would explore other dining options In Wilmington before returning here.
  7. Em22

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved our experience. First timers there for a special occasion and we would definitely come back. The booze menu is extensive and we highly recommend the hummus as an appetizer. Save room for a dessert martini too…
  8. SpencerA

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    PINPOINT IS AMAZING EVERY TIME WE COME (which is a lot)!
  9. OpenTable Diner

    Wilmington

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We always have a great dinner, everyone loved their meal and the service was excellent.
  10. VAVisitor

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Pinpoint was everything expected. Flavors blended beautifully, food was cooked to perfection, the service was exceptional. It was our first time visiting Pinpoint and they provided us with a special experience. Get a reservation!
  11. LibbyH

    Wilmington

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always delicious food and last night we had Sarah as our server - she was fantastic!!
  12. SherryB

    Wilmington

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Our server was excellent except he split our bill three ways when we only asked for a bottle of wine to be split Two of us enjoyed our food very much However the oysters were very small The pimento cheese was excellent I’d go back for 1/2 wine and apps for sure
  13. JimR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food, great wait staff, quiet with ambiance. A real treat!
  14. KathleenM

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food delicious as always. Like how the menu changes all the time. Kevin our waiter was great. Nice touch sending champagne to the table as we were celebrating my son's engagement.
  15. Linda

    Wilmington

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely delicious and creative menu selections presented tableside with chef coming to table to describe the nuances of the farm to table plates. Very creative cocktail menu as well. Service top notch from start to finish. Having said that, deeply OBJECT to the 4% imposed surcharge for use of a credit card that is immediately posted to the bill without server requesting if we were paying by Cash vs CC. Fortunately, we became aware by checking out the menu in advance as well as reading a few comments from others here about the policy and we were prepared with cash, but had to request server remove from the bill which was promptly corrected. YES the policy is displayed in SMALL print on the very bottom of the menu about the cash policy, which many guests would miss in the darkened ambiance of a busy table. Amazing that the establishment did require a CC to secure a reservation so guess they have their bases covered. Suggest owners in the interest of full disclosure publish this policy UP FRONT on their reservation page when requesting CC as well as update their profile in Open Table in the area of which CC accepted. Instead suggest owners drop this policy entirely as for UPSCALE restaurants such as this it should be factored into their meal pricing and presume the overhead cost of mostly CC customers as the "cost of doing business" - which is what most owners do - never have seen this nonsense in ILM before, or other upscales like this one elsewhere. BETTER YET, give the policy a "positive spin" that is, cash customers will receive an "incentive" i.e. a free dessert/per person, or a discount on the bill percentage equivalent to the CC surcharge. And also be aware that customers TODAY DO NOT FEEL COMFORTABLE WALKING ABOUT A DOWNTOWN AREA with wads of cash in their pockets and while needing to use a parking garage. As local residents and not tourists, while we loved this establishment and its concept, we will not plan to return due this current policy.
  16. pdxoriginal

    Portland

    56 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Went for the Scallops and Lobster, unfortunately they ran out. Grouper was a good second choice. Pork chop was delicious as well….the star however was the lemon garlic hummus and the bar staff. We’ll definitely be back.
  17. JimmyZ

    Wilmington

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was my one of the best experiences I have had in a restaurant. From drink to appetizer to entree. I will be back.
  18. JeffandLeslieinnc

    Wilmington

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food is well prepared, beautifully presented, accompanied by great sides. Cocktails well made, service is excellent. Fine dining prices!
  19. BrendaW

    Wilmington

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first time and our server was wonderful. My husband had the grouper and I the NY strip steak was done to perfection. We thoroughly enjoyed our food and the homemade dessert. Cozy and relaxing atmosphere. We would return.
  20. Chris

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was hands down one of the best meals I have ever had. My wife and I came here for our wedding anniversary, and I will not forget it. They had a note on the table wishing us a happy anniversary. Their executive chef, Cam, made the best grouper dish I've ever had. The flavor/texture was phenomenal, and I felt bad cutting into it because of how artistic it was presented. Then the desserts were ridiculous. He combined flavors that I would have never thought to combine. I'm just mad I've lived here ten years and this was the first time I went. Will absolutely be returning.
  21. PatB

    Wilmington

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience- the yellowtail carpaccio was outstanding. Raw oysters a bit on the small side but tasty. And the grouper and magi entrees were both excellent. Definitely worth a visit!
  22. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was amazing !!!! We will be back again!!!!!!!
  23. DaleF

    Wilmington

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience. Food was fantastic and the service outstanding
  24. LisaJ

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is one of my favorite restaurants and it never disappoints. Just when I think I have eaten everything on the menu, new and fresh items are added.
  25. MollyT

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was AMAZING! Asked for wine suggestions to pair with what we were eating and they were the perfect pairing!
  26. SusanD

    Wilmington

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the best meals EVER! The octopus was perfect! Wonderful service!
  27. DianeH

    Sunshine Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our meal was excellent along with our waitress! Thank you!
  28. LisaD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food, and service. Really enjoyed our dining experience.
  29. Hank

    Wilmington

    156 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    156 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent downtown Wilmington NC restaurant with fresh from the farm and sea choices. Great craft cocktails and a nice wine list. Parking garage right across the street.
  30. JenLR

    Cleveland

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I requested a quiet table when I made the reservation, and they honored the request with a totally private table by the window. Perfect! We started with the hummus appetizer; then my husband got the NY strip steak and I got the mahi. The presentation was beautiful, the portions were generous, and the taste was out of this world. Possibly the best meal we’ve ever had. Additionally, the hostess and waitress were both very friendly and attentive. We can’t wait to go back!
  31. SarahS

    West Virginia

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service were excellent. The desserts were amazing!!
  32. AudreyW

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience2
    Cauliflower main dish under cooked and portion tiny. Beans side dish under cooked. Waiter not good. Tried mocktail, not good. Atmosphere was bar style. Would not recommend.
  33. StevenC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always great service and food. Staff is always friendly.
  34. JeffE

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great! Hostess, server, food, drinks and bartender made for a great meal and experience
  35. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, fantastic service. One of the best dining experiences we have had in a while.
  36. DonnaC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great ambience, service & food. Would highly recommend it!
  37. BrettL

    Orlando

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best restaurant in Wilmington. Nothing is even close to the food and service in the area.
  38. suzanneb

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Service was warm and friendly, atmosphere inviting and food and choices, top notch. My husband had steak and I went vegetarian. Both of us very pleased, and they hand wrote a note with "happy birthday" on it. I appreciated that more as I prefer to skip dessert!
  39. Partyof3

    Wilmington

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A wonderful experience! Food, drinks, and service were outstanding.
  40. PhyllisS

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Super fresh ingredients, creative preparations, perfectly seasoned.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • 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
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

PinPoint offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (910) 769-2972.

PinPoint is rated 4.7 stars by 1496 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 16 times today
Google Map for PinPoint

114 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28401-4442

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Front St.

  • Neighborhood

    Wilmington

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American, Vegetarian / Vegan, Seafood

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Across the street from the Market Street parking deck. Your first hour is free. $1 per hour.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Cameron Garvey

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

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