Several new restaurants and coffee shops have recently opened in the Wilmington, NC, area. A few Wilmington-area restaurants have re-branded with new names and/or owners. Two Wilmington-area ...

First opened in 1901, this restaurant has had many iterations. Now, there's a new "Dixie After Dark." ...

This fall, Southeastern North Carolina is seeing a shake-up on its food-and-drink scene. In recent weeks, some beloved eateries have closed their doors and a fresh crop of restaurants, bars and more ...

Wilmington, NC (WWAY)– Most restaurants closed their doors for Thanksgiving, but an exception was found in downtown Wilmington. The Fork ‘N’ Cork hosted its second annual “Cluster Fork”. This fairly ...

USA TODAY Network food journalists from across the country pooled their expertise to select the 2026 Restaurants of the Year, which include dozens of places they know, love and recommend. This year, ...

If you love trying new places, 2025 was a good year. Dozens of restaurants opened in the Wilmington area, adding more global influences and more spots to grab some great comfort food. And just about ...

Ranch dressing is America's favorite condiment. We tried five Wilmington restaurants' unique takes on the classic.

If you've ever dreamed of following in the footsteps of a TV or movie character for a day, Wilmington awaits. It was nicknamed "Hollywood East" for the countless films and series shot there, including ...

From long‑awaited debuts to bittersweet goodbyes, 2026 is off to an eventful start for the Wilmington-area restaurant scene. Several restaurants have opened their doors across New Hanover, Brunswick ...