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True Blue Butcher & Table - The Forum, Wilmington, NC

True Blue Butcher & Table - The Forum

4.5
4.5
758 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
True Blue Butcher & Table reflects global, rustic flavors with a modern American interpretation. Enjoy the simplicity of perfect ingredients, along with our butcher counter & drink menu. We are open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner, and weekend brunch.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 30 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Global, International, Farm-to-table

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Thu 11:00 am–2:30 pm Fri 10:30 am–2:30 pm Butcher Shop Daily 11:00 am–9:00 pm Happy Hour Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (910) 679-4473

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Bobby Zimmerman

  • Catering

    https://www.wearetrueblue.com/catering/events

  • Private party facilities

    https://www.wearetrueblue.com/catering/events

  • Neighborhood

    Wrightsville Beach

  • Cross street

    Military Cutoff Road and Parker Farm Drive

  • Parking details

    Public Lot

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 758 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Great for brunch

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Good for business meals

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Contemporary American

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Most Booked

  • Wilmington

    Great for brunch

  • Wilmington

    Good for business meals

  • Wilmington

    Hot spot

  • Wilmington

    Most Booked

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Great food and service, but very loud. They need to invest in sound baffles so it would be easier to carry on conversation while enjoying the wonderful meal.
  2. JeffreyT

    Dallas

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    The Food and Desert and Service was very good! Will be back.
  3. GailM

    New England

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was outstanding. Steaks and burgers to die for. The salads were great too.
  4. RustyM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Their wagyu beef is the best steak I've ever tasted. Melts in your mouth
  5. StephenP

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall2food1service4ambience3
    I was served the wrong steak (not a t-bone) cooked at the wrong temperature (raw) that I ordered. A very disappointing and expensive experience for our anniversary celebration.
  6. RSRaleigh

    Atlanta Metro

    10 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    The food was just ok, and definitely not worth the very high prices that were charged. I ordered a 6 Oz filet medium rare, and the server confirmed with me that it would be warm red in the center. My steak was medium to medium well. A member of my dining party who ordered a 9 Oz filet fared better with getting the steak prepared to his liking. The Caesar salad was bland, and although my server confirmed that I in fact wanted the white anchovies, I had one anchovy in my bowl. The wine was excellent, but at a premium price. I had high expectations, and was underwhelmed.
  7. ChristopherC

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    It was a experience Will probably come back in the future
  8. Katlyn

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall1food1service5ambience3
    This was probably the worst steak I’ve ever “tried” to eat. The price for a tough piece of grissel was $45. They refunded 1/2 the price. I couldn’t say anything positive about the rest of the meal either. Total surprise since I had heard great things about it.
  9. FrancoI

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience2
    steak was cold sent back still cold and portions small and expresso was like dirty water not strong coffee as you would expect with espresso. No manager came over to apologize or explain it was our anniversary and no one ask for what or over free dessert as a gift. or any other acknowledgment other than 1 hand written menu, when there are 2 people at the table.
  10. OpenTable Diner

    West Virginia

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The pork chop is out of this world. The vegetables squash , carrots And pumpkin radish was incredible. Asparagus was tasty and tender
  11. Drew

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Great experience. Steaks were amazing and staff was very helpful, friendly, and professional.

    True Blue Butcher & Table - The ForumResponded on May 16, 2023Thank you so much for the excellent feedback Drew! We're glad we could provide a lovely experience for you. We can't wait to see you again!

  12. foodcritic

    Charlotte

    28 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience5
    We ordered steak frites and a burger with mac and cheese. The atmosphere was great. The service was great. The food, not so much. My wife said her steak tasted like it was from Omaha Steaks. It also had a strange gamey taste. ( grass-fed?) My burger was enormous and perfectly cooked, but it also had a strange taste. The macaroni and cheese was undercooked and tasted like it was made from a mac and cheese box kit.
  13. GaryK

    Naples

    14 reviews

    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    My filet was very good. My wife's Prime NY Steak was tough. We told the server, and she said that she would tell the chef, but nothing happened.
  14. ShelleyK

    Wilmington

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Orlando waited on our group of 6. We had a great Mother’s Day lunch- food was good- service excellent- very busy day there.

    True Blue Butcher & Table - The ForumResponded on May 16, 2023Orlando is such a knowledgeable and wonderful server. We're so glad to hear you had an amazing time. Thank you for your kind words and we hope to see you again soon!

  15. AdenW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Best stake in town. Never get a bad meal at True Blue. Way better than Ruth Chris.
  16. Nikki

    Wilmington

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Overall I would try them again however for as pricey as their food is, I was expecting a better experience. Our appetizer came out the same time as our food, the vegan stirfry was so salty, I had a very difficult time eating it. It was mostly noodles and few veggies. The person who had the steak at the table, said that it was pretty good and we also had a child who ordered chicken tenders and fries and the fries were semi-warm and two of the chicken tenders were so tough you couldn’t eat them. The waiter was polite and apologetic for the apps coming out the same time as the entrees- not his fault. I just wish the food would have been better for the cost. I would try them again for the sake of this possibly being a fluke.
  17. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We’ve been here many times for dinner but this was our first True Blue brunch..everything was outstanding! The omelette and the koji chicken and waffles were both delicious but the brisket Benedict special was our favorite. Our waiter was very attentive and everything was reasonably priced, will definitely be going back for brunch soon!

    True Blue Butcher & Table - The ForumResponded on May 16, 2023Thank you so much for your thoughtful review. We are delighted to hear about your dining experience. We truly can't wait to see you again soon!

  18. ChristieW

    Wilmington

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    The food was delicious and the waiter was very knowledgeable and went over all the specials. However it was clear he didn’t ring in all the sides we ordered so when dinner came out we were missing some stuff. We were told it was the kitchens fault. Either way it took another 5-10 mins before it came out and there was no apology or any discount taken off. This won’t stop us from going back since the food was outstanding. Just expected a little more apologies from the sever or the management.

    True Blue Butcher & Table - The ForumResponded on May 2, 2023Thank you so much for your feedback. We aim to train our staff to provide the best quality service out there and this feedback is so helpful in improving our guests' experience. We're so glad you had a great dinner and we hope your next meal is even better! Thank you again and we can't wait to see you soon.

  19. kewi

    Wilmington

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely brunch with friends. Mimosa flight was great. May just be our new brunch spot!
  20. PatriciaB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was fantastic, personable and professional. The food was great-best crab cake ever and the steaks were cooked perfectly.

    True Blue Butcher & Table - The ForumResponded on May 2, 2023Thank you so much Patricia! We strive to provide 10star dining experiences and yours sounds wonderful. We hope to see you again soon!

  21. ClariceA

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Best steak I have ever had. Cooked beautifully and seasoned to perfection. Server was attentive but not overly so. Bernaisse was to die for

    True Blue Butcher & Table - The ForumResponded on May 2, 2023Thank you so much Clarice! We are delighted to hear about your experience. We truly can't wait to see you again soon!

  22. DVDVDV

    Chicago

    14 reviews

    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience2
    Food was delicious albeit a bit expensive. My steak was cooked perfectly. Herb vinaigrette salad dressing was great. Bolognese was also excellent as was the flourless chocolate cake. Our server was excellent; attentive, professional, lovely. The only complaint: booked an outside table and we were sitting right by the parking lot. Constant stream of cars driving by; not at all pleasant. Why put a nice restaurant in a strip mall? Inside had slightly better ambiance but looked/felt kind of sterile. Food and service were excellent though.
  23. VictoriaP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was my first time eating here and I was not disappointed. The restaurant was very clean and the staff was knowledgeable and friendly. The food was delicious although the Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich felt like it was melting my face! Still very tasty though.
  24. OpenTable Diner

    Wilmington

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall2food2service5ambience5
    Too much pepper in everything. I couldn’t eat my food and was sick afterwards. Just absurd.
  25. EmilyK

    Wilmington

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was delicious! We had a wonderful anniversary here.
  26. Greekdiva

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 12, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Our server Olivia was very nice and made the meal very pleasant. We went on Burger night (Wednesday) and had the most delicious smash burgers. Our wine and beer selections were pared very well. We will be back.
  27. RussB

    Charleston

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on April 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We enjoyed two very delicious burgers. Meat was cooked to perfection and the flavors were excellent.
  28. KimR

    Wilmington

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience5
    The reason we went to this establishment was to have a steak- disappointed we were unable to get the! The burgers were good- but not what we had in mind for Easter dinner! Our waiter was not great at all- did not seem to be happy to be at work! While this visit was not what we thought it would be, we will try again as we have heard the steaks are amazing!
  29. Dee1

    New England

    80 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    80 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great lunch/brunch for Easter! Restaurant was very accommodating and didn’t rush us though we were one of the last reservations of the day! Food is delicious and nice ambience!
  30. JenniferM

    Wilmington

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Savory Easter brunch and attentive service. True Blue is consistently delicious and pleasing.
  31. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Wonderful brunch! Prices are FAIR for what you get. Huge servings, and excellent quality food! The crab and mushroom omelette is amazing as are the brussels sprouts and cheeseburgers! Make sure to go early as it gets very loud very quickly. The music is definitely a feature rather than background noise. It was a little loud in general of a restaurant for our group, but the food helps make it worth it!!!
  32. JasonP

    Wilmington

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My Wife and I went for our 10 year anniversary, Loved it. We arrived ten min. before our reservation and got seated immediately even though it was packed. We Had the best waitress she was helpful. The meal was amazing.
  33. flygirl

    New York Area

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    very expensive for ala carte items. long wait for service. food was mediocre for the price.
  34. JennW

    Wilmington

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    Service at the bar was S-L-O-W. That was kind of a downer. The food was delicious, as always!
  35. SaraC

    Greensboro

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went for the first time for brunch on Sunday. . Best crab Benedict I’ve had. My daughter had the steak and frites and the meat was cooked perfectly and so tender. Leah was such a great server. Her recommendations were on point. Can’t wait to go back.
  36. NancyG

    Wilmington

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food was very good. Service was excellent. Love the fried Brussels Sprouts and big crab cake.

    True Blue Butcher & Table - The ForumResponded on April 3, 2023Thanks Nancy! The brussels are my favorite. We're glad you had such a great time!

  37. TracyG

    New York Area

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    Been several times. Great brunch. However, celebrated son's 21st b'day there last night, not what we expected. Good Service, though! My son's steak was good, but out of 2 Mac n cheese sides, 1 good, other mostly soup, literally. My fries were almost too spicy to eat. A little spice, fine, but all 4 of us tried them and agreed, too much. Hamburger, salads and Ramen all great. Will get take out next time because too loud to hear each other talk. FYI, Meat from shop is probably best in town, love their shaved salt!
  38. DrTB

    Alabama

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food and the server (Orlando) made this a great experience! The scallops, brussels, asparagus, and bread pudding were amazing!
  39. Crjones

    Wilmington

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a good experience at any True Blue restaurant. Just wish you’d bring back the BLT sandwich
  40. CindyS

    Charleston

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 29, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience3
    Our group ordered 3 steaks, 2 Filets and 1 bone-in, aged Ribeye. The Ribeye was supposed to be cooked to medium however it was rare. They offered to "cook" it some more and the steak was returned with the bone to hot to touch, microwave anyone, and the steak still undercooked inside. At $110 for a steak, it should be cooked correctly the first time. Basic steak 101, sear to seal in the moisture. If you have to recook after it's cut, you have lost lots of moisture within the steak. In addition, both of our Filets had way more flavor than this forty something day "aged" Ribeye. This was our first visit and we left very dissatisfied and do not plan to eat there again. If you choose to go, the filets were good but skip the aged Ribeye.

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  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available

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True Blue Butcher & Table - The Forum is rated 4.5 stars by 758 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 30 times today
Google Map for True Blue Butcher & Table - The Forum

1125 Military Cutoff Rd, Ste A, Wilmington, NC 28405

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Military Cutoff Road and Parker Farm Drive

  • Neighborhood

    Wrightsville Beach

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Thu 11:00 am–2:30 pm Fri 10:30 am–2:30 pm Butcher Shop Daily 11:00 am–9:00 pm Happy Hour Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Global, International, Farm-to-table

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Public Lot

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Bobby Zimmerman

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (910) 679-4473

  • Catering

    https://www.wearetrueblue.com/catering/events

  • Private party facilities

    https://www.wearetrueblue.com/catering/events

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