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Seabird, Wilmington, NC

Seabird

4.8
4.8
837 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood
Mindfully sourced and thoughtfully prepared ingredients highlight the landscape of the food in our coastal community. Menu subject to change daily with local availability of seafood and produce. James Beard nominated chef and owner, Dean Neff.

Reservations available for dinner Wednesday through Monday. Closed Tuesdays.
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Brunch now served Saturday & Sunday!

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2 people

7:30 PM


Booked 30 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Seafood, Vegetarian / Vegan, American

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–1:00 pm Dinner Mon, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (910) 769-5996

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Dean Neff

  • Private party facilities

    Private Room:Maximum Capacity 14 guests Evening Events: Credit Card required to hold the reservation.For more information on private events or facility buyouts, please contact hi@seabirdnc.com

  • Neighborhood

    Wilmington

  • Cross street

    Market St

  • Parking details

    Paid street parking available. The closest parking deck is about a 1/2 block away on Market St. between Front St. and 2nd St. Parking deck is free for the first 90 minutes.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 837 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Best Ambiance

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Innovative

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Healthy

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Hot spot

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Lively

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Seafood

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Most Booked

  • Wilmington

    Best Overall

  • Wilmington

    Best Food

  • Wilmington

    Best Service

  • Wilmington

    Best Ambiance

  • Wilmington

    Best Value

  • Wilmington

    Great for brunch

  • Wilmington

    Innovative

  • Wilmington

    Healthy

  • Wilmington

    Hot spot

  • Wilmington

    Great for fine wines

  • Wilmington

    Good for special occasions

  • Wilmington

    Lively

  • Wilmington

    Most Booked

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined today

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Caleb was an excellent, knowledgeable server. The food was exceptional and timed perfectly. The GM was very kind and gave a personal touch to end our evening. I highly recommend.
  2. MichaelT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great staff and the food was very good. Enjoyed it!
  3. Visitor

    London

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Delicious food, excellent service, wine was outstanding but needed to be the correct temperature !
  4. Sara

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We are from Washington DC and have our share of good hometown restaurants. The Seabird was outstanding by any standard. The food was delicious and creative. The service was gracious and people were helpful. The menu has sophisticated nuances with local specialities and was beautifully plated. It you are a chai latte or espresso fan, Sarah who sources both, is passionate about them and it shows. It was a wonderful experience.
  5. Pete

    Greensboro

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall3food3service2ambience5
    I recently visited Seabird and was impressed with the ambience and vibes of the restaurant. The decor was beautiful and created a nice atmosphere for a date night. However, I found the prices to be quite high for what was offered. The smoker fried catfish was incredibly salty and had an overpowering smoky taste, almost like liquid smoke had been poured over it. The steak was good, but nothing exceptional. The oysters were fresh, but again, nothing special. The drinks were decent, but not worth the high price tag. Overall, I found Seabird to be overrated and not worth a second visit. While it was a fun date night, I would not recommend it to others.
  6. MonicaH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first visit and brunch was incredible! Service was amazing and worth every penny.
  7. BrandieN

    Atlanta Metro

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Never disappoints! The ribs and swordfish schnitzel are two of my favorites.
  8. Dermot

    Wilmington

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of Wilmingtons best overall dining options. It is a tad pricey but excellent value for your experience. Fresh, balanced, and compelling offerings. Professional, yet warm and relational service. Definitely a jewel in the Cities culinary landscape.
  9. DenisaF

    Raleigh

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was our wedding anniversary and we had a wonderful time. Our first time enjoying the brunch menu, since our reservation was on a Sunday afternoon.
  10. BrandonH

    Raleigh

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Food was good but I was surprised by how limited the entree list was. Drinks were good and fairly priced. Oyster appetizer was tasty. Service was great. Hope to return again soon.
  11. AshleyT

    Raleigh

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Exceptional experience overall. Definitely worth a visit
  12. Scooter

    Charleston

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Went with a specific goal of having soft shell crabs! Fantastic by every measure. Wanted a little more food and was encouraged to try the small plate of spare ribs - even better than the crab! And such attentive service - I had mentioned a member of the party had celiac disease and the waiter came over to go thru the menu with that person. Such attention to detail at every turn.
  13. NeilB

    Coastal Georgia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of best dining experiences I ever had. Amazing food and stellar service. I’m going to eventually try everything on that menu!
  14. PeterG

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Celebrated Mothers Day with 5 adults and a 16 month old. Service was outstanding. Had raw oysters as well as baked oysters and ribs to share. All were very good. Enjoyed 5 different entrees, and I’ll speak to the swordfish schnitzel which I would highly recommend. Overall a good experience and would return.
  15. Bobisedad

    Wilmington

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Our server Sean was excellent: knowledgeable, informative and attentive. All our dishes were superb -- but we thought the tuna tartare would have been better served on rice than a piece of toast, albeit sourdough toast.
  16. TomW

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very pleasant Sunday brunch. Good Bloodies, fun oysters, nice seat by the window, as Front Street passed by.
  17. ChristianP

    Raleigh

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We’ve enjoyed dinner a couple of times. Dinner is exceptional. We took a chance on brunch and Seabird exceeded our expectations. High quality food with relaxed, attentive service.
  18. JenniferB

    Wilmington

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Does not disappoint! Highly recommended. My new favorite place to dine.
  19. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was great. Food was amazing. Cocktails were tasty.
  20. RobertE

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food, beautiful space, attentive staff. Well worth a visit.
  21. KarelI

    Peru

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food great service definitely a must in Wilmington
  22. SUZANNEG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food. Great to see Dean again and catch up.
  23. Gonzo66

    Wilmington

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Another amazing evening at Seabird. The freshest seafood served by very professional, friendly staff. Yes I recommend!
  24. ElizaR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had lunch - no dinner reservations were available. The food was very good and unique. Loved the Duck Egg Salad.
  25. OpenTable Diner

    Fort Lauderdale

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Yet another fantastic experience here, the top shelf Bloody Mary is wonderful
  26. lindaw

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Oysters were amazing! Service was exceptional! Great wine!
  27. ElizabethH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Memorable, delicious, creative meal! The service was phenomenal, the menu was interesting, and the meals were prepared to perfection. Crispy clam wraps, smoked yellowfin tuna tartine, smoked catfish and oyster pie -- amazing! And the Swordfish Schnitzel was to die for. Tried Seabird on the recommendation of a Wilmington local after visiting Wilmington for the afternoon (we were vacationing near Topsail Beach) and were floored. Three nights later, we drove 55 minutes back to have a second meal there and celebrated our anniversary. The drive was 100% worth it! Service was incredible -- nice, efficient, interesting, chatty, knowledgeable staff -- and the food was prepared with spices and combinations that we've never seen before, which made everything feel special (as well as delicious!). Highly, highly recommend!
  28. JayT

    New Orleans

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I am a regular to the downtown Wilmington restaurant scene. This is the best place downtown. Raw oysters and soft shell crab are excellent. Recommend reservations especially on the weekend.
  29. DrBisintheHouse

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent experience. We celebrated our 34th wedding anniversary and from the very entry into the restaurant the experience was lovely. Our wait staff was attentive and knowledgable but not intrusive; the food was unique in the best of ways; the champagne was a lovely compliment to the meal;. I recommend Seabird without hesitation or reservations (though reservations are encouraged!).
  30. Moya

    Atlanta Metro

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My husband had a dozen very fresh oysters and he is particular. I enjoyed a Negroni cocktail and swordfish plus spaetzl dish -excellent.
  31. BradS

    Baltimore

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is amazing! The Oysters were delicious and so fresh. I loved the Swordfish Schnitzel and my husband enjoyed the Cioppino. Our server was great and very helpful with explaining and recommending dishes. Highly recommend this restaurant.
  32. Elarrym

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great service. Nice selection of oysters, raw and cooked, very delicious oyster and catfish pie appetizer. We had the swordfish “schnitzel” and the fried catfish on grits. For dessert, we shared an amazing rice pudding. Everything was thoughtfully and creatively prepared. Our server was very friendly and great with knowledgeable suggestions and recommendations. The manager came to check on us and spent 5 minutes chatting with us. Highly recommended.
  33. Foody4Life

    Charlotte

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Inventive food preparations with a similar drink program. Knowledgeable and attentive staff. Comfortable atmosphere.
  34. WSPE

    Wilmington

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Service was outstanding! Server was knowledgeable about the menu. Food was very good well presented. A little on the expensive side but was very flavorful and delicious. We ordered the catfish and oyster pie which was great! A piece of bread would have been an added bonus to this app. Clam pasta was good, but not something I would order again. Breast of lamb also good. Definitely will eat there again and try other items on the menu.
  35. Damy

    New England

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Beyond delicious!!! The ribs are outstanding. We had the cioppino and the smoked catfish as entrees. The portions are very substantial and could not be more delicious. Only disappointment was the silver lining cocktail. Not bad, just not my favorite. Difficult to have room for dessert, but tried the chocolate, toffee ice cream. It was unique and good, but a bit too sweet for my taste. Next time i will go back to ordering the olive oil cake; as it is superb. Best meal in Wilmington in our humble opinion!!!!!
  36. RussB

    Charleston

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a pre show meal on Saturday. The service was excellent- our server answered our questions accurately about the items we ordered. The Carolina reaper ribs were outstanding. All the entrees were delicious.
  37. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We Love everything about this restaurant!! The atmosphere, the food, and the staff are simply amazing! The chef was wonderful and even went out of his way to make my daughter feel special! 100% would recommend!
  38. MichaelG

    Wilmington

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Seabird never disappoints. We had a fantastic dinner but were surprised there were no daily specials. We tried new dishes and everything was delicious!
  39. JillC

    New England

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Server was a bit pushy plus askedcwe give the full order when the table next to us no such request. Consistency please Only food complaint the smoked catfish and oyster pie needs bread with it to get every drop. Outstanding dish (and sad I don't live in Wilmington)
  40. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Seabird came highly recommended by friends. They joined us there for dinner on Sunday and it lived up to everything they promised us . Our server was extremely knowledgeable and made our dining experience such a pleasure. The chef created not food, but a masterpiece for us ! We tried things we have never had before . We will definitely go back and have already recommended it to several others .

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Seabird offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (910) 769-5996.

Seabird is rated 4.8 stars by 837 OpenTable diners.

Seabird does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:30 PM


Booked 30 times today
Google Map for Seabird

1 S Front St, Wilmington, NC 28401-4438

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Market St

  • Neighborhood

    Wilmington

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–1:00 pm Dinner Mon, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Seafood, Vegetarian / Vegan, American

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Paid street parking available. The closest parking deck is about a 1/2 block away on Market St. between Front St. and 2nd St. Parking deck is free for the first 90 minutes.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Dean Neff

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (910) 769-5996

  • Private party facilities

    Private Room:Maximum Capacity 14 guests Evening Events: Credit Card required to hold the reservation.For more information on private events or facility buyouts, please contact hi@seabirdnc.com

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