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Southeast Semi-Finalist Chef Dean DINERS & DIVES
Neff’s Seabird in Wilmington, indulge in Visitors can experience an array of
oysters, slow-smoked yellowfin tuna or the famous flavors from restaurants showcased
seasonal seafood tower. Order “first plates” on Food Network’s “Diners, Drive-Ins
salmon or tuna poke at Salt Fish Restaurant and Dives.”
and Bar in Carolina Beach. Wrightsville Start the day with a Southern-style
Beach’s EAST Oceanfront Dining at breakfast or brunch at Wilmington
Blockade Runner Beach Resort uses locally establishments like Cast Iron Kitchen
harvested clams and fresh-caught fish (known for its famous Dirty South Biscuit)
complemented by fresh-grown vegetables and Sweet n Savory Café.
and herbs from its own seaside garden. Taste around town like Guy Fieri as
you sample the eclectic mix of appetizers
and hearty sandwiches at downtown’s
The Copper Penny or satisfy your comfort
food craving with the signature gourmet
burgers and sides at Fork N Cork.
Calabash-style seafood is SOMETHING
FISHy Seafood Restaurant’s claim to fame
in Wilmington or try the Latin American
twist on classic seafood at Ceviches’ near
Wrightsville Beach.
Beach House Burgers in Kure Beach
has a low-key exterior but serves up big
flavor with burgers, fries and onion rings
fresh to-go with a side of ocean views at
this seasonal walk-up. And you’ll want to
join the line of patrons waiting to try the
famous porkchops at Freddie’s Restaurant.
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