Best restaurants near me in Jacksonville, NC

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1. Red Lobster - Jacksonville

4.5

Awesome(5)

££££Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Jacksonville

Red Lobster welcomes you by offering PRIORITY SEATING to reduce your wait time in the restaurant, so you can spend more time doing the things you love. Or, come enjoy a drink at our bar and a Tasting Plate while you wait. Red Lobster is the world's largest and most loved seafood restaurant company, offering high quality, freshly-prepared seafood, sourced in a way that is traceable, sustainable and responsible. We offer lunch and dinner daily, featuring classics like our Ultimate Feast®, Garlic Shrimp Scampi and Parrot Isle Jumbo Coconut Shrimp, and feature limited time flavors and preparations during events like Lobsterfest®, Crabfest® and Endless Shrimp®. And, who can resist our famous warm and cheesy Cheddar Bay Biscuits®? To learn more visit www.redlobster.com

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2. Lime & Lemon Fusion Grill & Bar - Jacksonville

3.9

Excellent(5)

££££Price: Moderate

• Indian • Jacksonville

Booked 1 time today

Lime & Lemon Fusion Grill & Bar offers an immersive dining experience with exquisite dishes that will take you on a journey through India's many regions, traditions and festivals. We meticulously curate using only the best ingredients to create dishes that are authentic, unsurpassed, and timeless. All this in an ultra-modern setting to ensure your dining affair is nothing short of perfect.Food for us has always been an adventure but professionally it has also been about putting fusion dishes in the forefront, on a podium and at par with some of the most flavorful cuisines out there.Our warm environment, knowledgeable and experienced staff, safe and clean kitchen, and dedication to excellence help us provide our patrons a first-class dining experience.

3. Seabird

4.9

Exceptional(1547)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Wilmington

Booked 28 times today

Mindfully sourced and thoughtfully prepared ingredients highlight the landscape of the food in our coastal community. Menu subject to change daily with local availability of seafood and produce. James Beard nominated chef and owner, Dean Neff. Reservations available for dinner Wednesday through Monday. Closed Tuesdays.Brunch now served Saturday & Sunday!

4. Tarantelli’s

4.7

Exceptional(2901)

££££Price: Moderate

• Italian • Wilmington

Booked 26 times today

Tarantelli’s is located on Second Street, just one block from Front Street and in walking distance to the Cape Fear River. The restaurant and event venue is located in the historic district of downtown Wilmington. This lively area spans 230-plus blocks and is home to some of the best bars, restaurants, churches, architecture, and selection of fine art. There are several parking facilities nearby, but you can also reach Tarantelli's year round via horse drawn trolley and carriage, river taxi, trolley cars, or on foot.

5. G Prime

4.9

Exceptional(271)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Wrightsville Beach

Booked 21 times today

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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6. Quanto Basta: Italian Eatery & Wine Bar - Wilmington

4.7

Exceptional(1116)

££££Price: Expensive

• Italian • Wilmington

Booked 26 times today

Located in the heart of historic downtown Wilmington, QB’s diverse yet comforting flavors are reminiscent of a casual but unique Italian neighborhood restaurant, complete with seating in a lush, private courtyard with a stunning fountain ~ a true oasis in an urban setting.

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7. Butcher and Barrel by True Blue

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4.7

Exceptional(546)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Wilmington

Booked 14 times today

Chef Bobby Zimmerman and his team welcome you to Butcher & Barrel by We Are True Blue, located in the South Front District of downtown Wilmington, NC. Celebrated for its prime cuts and lively atmosphere, Butcher & Barrel features a menu of locally sourced ingredients and an extensive selection of bourbon and whiskey. With its high ceilings, funky wallpaper, and art featuring local artist GERB, Butcher & Barrel aims to offer not only a delicious dining and drinking experience but also a memorable, vibrant one. Designed to give you a big city feel, it has that exciting air of "where are you going to go next?" after you finish your meal or drink.

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8. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC

4.7

Exceptional(2501)

££££Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Wilmington

Booked 33 times today

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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9. Floriana - Wilmington

4.7

Exceptional(1288)

££££Price: Expensive

• Italian • Wilmington

Booked 37 times today

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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10. Dram Yard at ARRIVE

4.8

Exceptional(117)

££££Price: Expensive

• American • Wilmington

Booked 13 times today

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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Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint •128 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
This was my third visit with G Prime. Each visit has bettered the previous one. Starting with the special soup through dessert, the food was prepared flawlessly. The perfectly cooked to order filet mignon was preceded by a fresh and tasty wedge salad and accompanied by delicious creamed spinach. The Tahiti vanilla gelato was a perfect ending to a memorable evening of fine dining. We look forward to our next visit to G Prime.
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G PrimePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Wrightsville Beach
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4.9
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chuckVIP
Atlanta •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
One of the finest dinner experiences in all of Wilmington. The swordfish was outstanding. We look forward to returning again.
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SeabirdPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Wilmington
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4.9
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Ronald
Coastal North Carolina •25 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Food as usual is well prepared with ample portions and many choices plus daily specials.
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Tarantelli’sPrice: Moderate• Italian• Wilmington
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4.7
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Sonja
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •1 review
5.0
Dined on 12 Sept 2024
This was my second time going and everything was great!! We did not have to wait before being seated. The I had the Shrimp Hakka Bowl and my husband had the salmon. I should have gotten the mild spice level because the medium was spicy. We were celebrating my husband’s birthday, so they had a special treat for him! The first time, we celebrated my parents’ anniversary and they celebrated them, too! They made our dining experience great and were very attentive to our needs!! I strongly recommend eating at Lime and Lemon, in Jacksonville. I would be interested to know if the other locations have the same service? I guess I’ll have to find out!!
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Lime & Lemon Fusion Grill & Bar - JacksonvillePrice: Moderate• Indian• Jacksonville
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3.9
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New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on 3 Nov 2023
Hostess made the experience for the kids amazing. Food is typical frozen seafood
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Red Lobster - JacksonvillePrice: Moderate• Seafood• Jacksonville
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4.5

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1. Red Lobster - Jacksonville

2. Lime & Lemon Fusion Grill & Bar - Jacksonville

3. Seabird

4. Tarantelli’s

5. G Prime

6. Quanto Basta: Italian Eatery & Wine Bar - Wilmington

7. Butcher and Barrel by True Blue

8. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC

9. Floriana - Wilmington

10. Dram Yard at ARRIVE

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