Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in Wilmington

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Port Land Grille

4.8

4.8 (2182)

$31 to $50

American

Wilmington

About the restaurant

Port Land Grille has progressive American regional cuisine masterfully executed in a casually elegant coastal setting since November 2000. We have both indoor and outdoor dining and private rooms are available. Thank you for dining with us!

COVID-19 updates: Masks are no longer required to be worn indoors but they are still recommended if you are not vaccinated. Our staff is fully vaccinated and ready to serve you!

We have suspended the ability to bring in outside food or beverage (ex. cakes or wine) while we continue to recover from the devastating affects of COVID-19. Thank you in advance for your understanding and continued support.

Top review

David

Dined 1 day ago

Really good. Outstanding wine list. Great food and service.

PinPoint

4.8

4.8 (1881)

$50 and over

American

Wilmington

About the restaurant

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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KathrynVIP

Dined on Jun 23, 2025

Fabulous anniversary celebration with friends at Pinpoint! Our server, Ryan, was wonderful and attentive and the food and cocktails were delicious!

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Popular dish

Raw Oysters

Popular dish

Springer Mt Fried Chicken

Popular dish

Baked Local Oysters

Floriana - Wilmington

4.8

4.8 (1398)

$31 to $50

Italian

Wilmington

About the restaurant

We are open for carry out and for dine-in guests. The balcony tables are available first come first serve upon reservation. If one is not available upon arrival, guests are welcome to wait at the bar or in the lounge until one becomes available. We are open for Dinner MON-SUN 4:30 pm till 10 pm and for Brunch on SUN 11:00-2:00 pm.

Floriana Restaurant is about friends, family and community. We are an independently-owned Italian bistro serving dishes made with seasonal ingredients sourced from local producers. We pride ourselves on our menu, service and passion for food. Our beautifully appointed dining room is the perfect setting for any occasion — an intimate, romantic dinner, or when you have reason for celebration and want all your closest friends together at the same table.

The Wilmington Floriana Restaurant is located in Wilmington, NC riverside at 2 Market Street.

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tomVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Really great experience. Unique/fantastic balcony seating, and food quality/service was excellent.

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FRIED BRUSSELS SPROUTS

G Prime

4.8

4.8 (315)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Wrightsville Beach

About the restaurant

G Prime offers the highest level of service and ingredients for the entire community to enjoy – from beautifully curated and customizable prime cuts, locally sourced fish and fresh seasonal produce, a classic craft cocktail and mixology program, to one of the largest, most prolific wine cellars in the area.

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Joe

Dined 6 days ago

Another great dinner at G-Prime. Great service and the food was outstanding.

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Popular dish

Beef Tenderloin

Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC

4.7

4.7 (2560)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Wilmington

About the restaurant

Ruth's Chris Steak House in Wilmington is located at the newly constructed River Place in the heart of historic Downtown Wilmington. Whether it's a romantic steak dinner for two, an important business meeting, or a private party, Ruth's Chris Steak House can accommodate your needs and our Wilmington steakhouse provides guests with a warm, comfortable atmosphere of casual elegance.

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Matt

Dined 1 day ago

Great fun as usual, excellent food and service, one loud table in the restaurant, but is to be expected.

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The Green House Restaurant - Wilmington

4.7

4.7 (435)

$31 to $50

Vegetarian / Vegan

Wrightsville Beach

About the restaurant

The Green House offers inventive, plant-based menu with an emphasis on sustainability, seasonality, and all of the amazing local producers this area has to offer

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James

Dined on Jun 12, 2025

We are ALWAYS very pleased to dine at The Greenhouse!!

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4.6

4.6 (3424)

$30 and under

French

Wilmington

About the restaurant

Bonjour!
We are excited for you to dine with us!
Hours: Open 7 days a week 4pm-10pm, Sunday we close at 9pm.
Reservations are preferred, though walk ins are always welcome!
There is a parking deck one block away on Market Street, between Front Street and Second Street. There is also paid street parking (free after 6:30pm and free all day Sunday).
Your table will be reserved for 2 hours, and we ask that you please honor your reservation time. If you require a longer time to dine, please contact us so that we can accommodate your request.
For parties more than 5 people please contact us.
Merci beaucoup!

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Andya

Dined 4 days ago

First time under new ownership. Happy to report all went smoothly and the same.

Dram Yard at ARRIVE

4.6

4.6 (147)

$31 to $50

American

Wilmington

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of downtown Wilmington, Dram Yard offers dinners featuring Southern coastal flavors with a global twist. Join us for craft cocktails, carefully curated wine and beer offerings, and thoughtful preparations of locally sourced ingredients in our re-opened dining room.

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Bambi

Dined 7 days ago

Excellent experience. We will be back soon. Service was great and the food was delicious

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Experience

Chef's Tasting Menu Experience at Dram Yard

Experience

Chef's Blue Plate Specials

Tomiko-San

4.6

4.6 (23)

$30 and under

Sushi

Wrightsville Beach

About the restaurant

Tomiko-San is a charming sushi restaurant in Wilmington that invites you into a world of culinary artistry and tranquility.

Enjoy a delightful selection of sushi, sashimi, and Japanese dishes, all made with the freshest ingredients and careful attention to detail. Our skilled sushi chefs create each piece as a miniature work of art.

More than just food, Tomiko-San offers a peaceful escape from daily life. The Zen-like ambiance, minimalist décor, soft lighting, and calming music create the perfect setting to unwind and enjoy delicious cuisine with loved ones.

Whether you're a sushi lover or trying it for the first time, Tomiko-San guarantees an unforgettable dining experience. Discover the art of Japanese cuisine in a space that nourishes both body and soul.

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Maxton

Dined 7 days ago

Don't think about it. Just eat here. Thank yourself later.

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Experience

Omakase

Steam Restaurant - Embassy Suites

4.4

4.4 (690)

$30 and under

American

Wilmington

About the restaurant

Steam is bringing American cuisine to Wilmington using locally sourced goods & ingredients. With an extensive wine & beer selection, plenty of cocktails, indoor/outdoor seating, & beautiful views of the Cape Fear River, Steam is your go-to local restaurant.

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Melissa

Dined on Jun 17, 2025

We had a wonderful dinner in Steam Restaurant & Bar. The bartenders Joey & Scarlett took wonderful care of our crowd. The cocktails were delicious and we enjoyed the appetizers - Brussel Sprouts (MUST TRY!), Garlic Fries, Sesame Tuna and Pork Belly. For our meal, Albert took care of us and blanketed us with service. Everyone at our table enjoyed their entrees- Watermelon & Burrata Salad, Burger Burgers x 3, Crab Cakes, and the Salmon with Pineapple Slaw was a great summer dish! We will be back!

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