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FOODIE SCENE

Farm-to-Table
Utilizing the bounty of local produce
and meats from area farms, Wilmington
and beaches has become a culinary
epicenter for chefs and restauranteurs who
are committed to serving locally sourced
ingredients. Savor standout dishes at
PinPoint Restaurant, named one of “The
South’s Best Restaurants” by Southern
Living, or pair famous craft cocktails with
inventive dishes at manna ave. 123, the first
and only restaurant in Wilmington to receive
the prestigious AAA Four Diamond Award. Kitchen (known for its famous Dirty
Look for the farmer’s name on the menu South Biscuit), Sweet n Savory Café, and
at RX or go for James Beard Award Best Gulfstream Restaurant.
Chef Southeast nominee Chef Keith Rhodes’ Taste around town like Guy Fieri at The
signature Low Country dishes from land- Copper Penny, with an eclectic mix of
and-sea at Catch. indulgent appetizers and hearty sandwiches
At Port Land Grille, ingredients from or satisfy your gourmet burger craving at
local, sustainable farms are grilled over Fork N Cork with comfort food favorites like
natural hardwood charcoal in a casually the Duck Duck Goose Burger, everchanging
elegant coastal setting. Spanish-inspired pot pies, and mac n’ cheeses. The seasonal
Savorez brings Latin flavors to downtown walk-up Beach House Burgers in Kure Beach
Wilmington where dishes transform into has a low-key exterior but serves up big
works of art. flavor where burgers, fries, and onion rings
Take in river views at Steam, or stop by are served fresh to-go with a side of ocean
celebrity chef Vivian Howard’s restaurant
Benny’s Bigtime Pizzeria, known for its open
kitchen and wood-burning pizza ovens.
Northern Italian dishes made with seasonal
ingredients sourced from local producers are
the highlights of Floriana’s menu, which can
be enjoyed on a private balcony or inside.
Diners & Dives
With a class of restaurants that have
been showcased on the Food Network’s
“Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives,” visitors can
experience an array of famous flavors.
Keep it fresh with seasonal offerings and
Southern-style breakfast, brunch, and
lunch at establishments like Cast Iron
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