Steam Restaurant - Embassy Suites, Wilmington, NC

Steam Restaurant - Embassy Suites

4.3 (678)

$30 and under

American

9 Estelle Lee Pl, Wilmington, NC 28401

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2 people

31 May 2025

May 2025

21:00

Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails

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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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Seafood, Grill
Hours of Operation
Lunch Daily 11:30–15:00 Dinner Daily 16:00–23:00
Phone number
(910) 726-9226
Website
http://www.steamrestaurantilm.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
William Slade
Private party facilities
The Engine Room seats up to 16 people Private The Terrace seats up to 60 people Private

Location
9 Estelle Lee Pl, Wilmington, NC 28401
Area
Wilmington
Cross Street
Estell Lee Place
Parking details
Discounted Parking for Convention Center Parking Garage or discounted Valet Parking by Embassy Suites
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Oysters Wilmington*US$19.00
fried Carolina oysters | country ham | creamed leeks | bearnaise
Pimento & PicklesUS$14.00
"almost famous" pimento cheese | fried B&B pickles | berry compote | housemade pickled veggies | fried pita
Crispy Brussels Sprouts*US$12.00
roasted garlic & dried chilihoney | grilled haloumi | balsamicreduction
Hand-Cut Garlic & Herb Fries*US$11.00
garlic oil | black volcanic sea salt | parmesan | crumbled herbs | roasted red pepper aioli
Charcuterie & Cheese
marinated olives | NC wild flower honey | house jam | whole grain mustard | dried fruit | cornichons | smoked almonds | grilled baguette. Cheese Selections Only - MP
- MP
Carolina Coconut ShrimpUS$18.00
sweet potato puree | spicy whole grain mostardo | candied pecans

Soup & Greens

Salad Additions: grilled chicken $8 | grilled salmon $11 | grilled shrimp $9 | lump crab $13

Blue Crab & Corn ChowderUS$9.00
lump crab | corn | bacon | house hush puppy
Charred Tomato Bisque*US$8.00
sweet basil crème fraiche | shaved parmesan
Riverside CaesarUS$11.00
hearts of romaine | shaved parmesan | house croutons | cracked black pepper | fried capers
Cape Cobb*US$19.00
mixed greens | lump crab | Carolina prawns | diced egg | bacon | tomato | butter milk vinaigrette
Grilled Radicchio*US$15.00
frisee | persimmon | dried cranberries | feta | pistachio crumble | shallot vinaigrette
Fig & Honey*US$16.00
mixed greens | caramelized fig | roasted beets | honey bee goat cheese | candied pecans | citrus vinaigrette

Sea Fare

Fresh Catch
- MP
Grilled Salmon*US$29.00
sweet potato dauphinoise | roasted fennel & purple beets | sage brown butter
Sauteed Shrimp & Grits*US$28.00
smoked gouda grits | blistered tomatoes | foraged mushrooms | pimento mornay | scallion
Cast Iron Diver Scallops*US$37.00
root vegetable puree | honey heirloom carrots | saffron beurre blanc | toasted almonds
Lump Blue CrabcakesUS$39.00
pan fried bacon & brown sugar greens | silver corn pudding | cilantro lime remoulade
Blackened Seafood PastaUS$36.00
diver scallops | sauteed shrimp | lump crab | pappardelle | garlic white wine cream sauce | shaved parmesan | grilled baguette

Land Lovers

Add Mixed Greens Salad to any Entree $5

Butcher's Cut*
EVOO & roasted garlic marinade | smashed red potatoes | charred asparagus | herb butter | crispy shallots
- MP
Tuscan Vegetable PastaUS$24.00
pappardelle | oyster mushrooms | grilled artichokes | asparagus | brown butter | mascarpone | hazelnuts toasted baguette
Burger BurgerUS$17.00
two 1/4lb smashed griddled patties | American cheese | house B&B pickles | white onion | secret sauce | everything brioche bun | hand cut fries
Apple Cider Braised Short Ribs*US$30.00
smoked gouda grits | caramelized Brussels sprouts | natural jus | crispy shallots
Grilled Veggie Plate*US$26.00
oyster mushrooms | grilled tomatoes | charred asparagus | squash | zucchini | heirloom carrots | roasted beets | shallot vinaigrette
Sweet Tea Brined Chicken*US$28.00
sweet potato dauphinoise | bacon & brown sugar greens | honey pecan glaze
Short Rib Grilled CheeseUS$19.00
grilled sourdough | braised short ribs | caramelized onion | bacon | cheddar | tomato | "almost famous" pimento cheese | charred tomato soup

What 678 people are saying

Steam Restaurant - Embassy Suites reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.0Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Coastal North Carolina
Healthy
Coastal North Carolina
Romantic
Coastal North Carolina
Great for scenic views
Coastal North Carolina
Good for special occasions
Wilmington
Good for groups
Wilmington
Healthy
Wilmington
Neighbourhood gem
Wilmington
Romantic
Wilmington
Good for special occasions
Wilmington
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Steam Restaurant at Embassy Suites offers "amazing" food and "excellent" service, highlighted by attentive staff like Joey and Jonathan. Patrons enjoy the "unbeatable view" of the river and a "beautiful sunset." While the atmosphere is charming, some guests noted inconsistencies in food quality and service speed. Overall, a "wonderful experience."

678 Reviews

K
Kurt
Washington, D.C. Area6 reviews
4.0
Dined on 24 May 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Solid food and service, consistently. Great option hidden away in the hotel. Friendly server and great sunset view
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Ally
Exclusive1 review
5.0
Dined on 16 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We started with a drink at the bar and after some great conversation with our bartender/server Joey, we decided to stay and eat at the bar rather than move to a table. The service was amazing, Joey was attentive in helping us with menu questions and even answered questions we had about a future event in the private space. Drinks and food were amazing, as always. Absolutely would come back for dinner and looking forward to hopefully hosting an event their later this year.
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Cindy
San Francisco6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food. Variety of delicious choices. Kudos to the chef!
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Marcus
Wilmington2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great Mother’s Day brunch! Food was fresh and perfectly prepared. Large variety. Amazing views and ambience.
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Drew
Wilmington5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Exactly what we were looking for a Mother’s Day Brunch. Service (Jonathan) was excellent, food was plentiful and awesome and who can argue with the view. Really good
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Bobby
Unspecified2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I made the reservation for my wife & daughter to enjoy the Mother's Day Brunch. The had a Wonderful time. The enjoyed the entire experience, food, service, and atmosphere.
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Erica VIP
Los Angeles4 reviews
4.0
Dined on 26 April 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We went for a meal before going to a show. The food and atmosphere were good. My only complaint is that it was kind of dirty. I had to wipe the chair down before sitting on it and our table was in bed of a good wipe down. Love the river view though!
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Veronica VIP
Wilmington103 reviews
3.0
Dined on 26 April 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Our server was friendly but was not knowledgeable about the food. He seemed to take care of a lot of tables. The soup was just warm - hot. Food was just okay. Oysters were just okay. Large groups (there were three) were in the “dining room” and we were tucked away on the side. We’ve dined here before and the food was better.
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joe
Charlotte6 reviews
4.0
Dined on 21 April 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food was excellently prepared and served. It was a pre-theater dinner, and the server worked to ensure we were done in plenty of time to get to the show. We had to ask in the lobby of the hotel, how to get to the restaurant. Since the front desk was busy, we had to wait to ask for help. There were no markings to the only elevator (built in an out of sight alcove) anywhere visible. It shouldn't be so difficult to find.
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Jane M
Raleigh20 reviews
4.0
Dined on 20 April 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
AJ , our server was great. The Belgian waffles were yummy, the hangover dish was a little dry but otherwise good. We enjoyed our visit.
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Steam Restaurant - Embassy Suites is rated 4.3 stars by 678 OpenTable diners.

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9 Estelle Lee Pl, Wilmington, NC 28401

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Estell Lee Place
Area
Wilmington
Hours of Operation
Lunch Daily 11:30–15:00 Dinner Daily 16:00–23:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Seafood, Grill
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Discounted Parking for Convention Center Parking Garage or discounted Valet Parking by Embassy Suites
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
William Slade
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.steamrestaurantilm.com/
Phone number
(910) 726-9226
Private party facilities
The Engine Room seats up to 16 people Private The Terrace seats up to 60 people Private

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Steam Restaurant - Embassy Suites

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About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Smoked Salmon

Grilled Salmon

Seafood Tacos

Snacks

Oysters Wilmington*US$19.00

Pimento & PicklesUS$14.00

Crispy Brussels Sprouts*US$12.00

Hand-Cut Garlic & Herb Fries*US$11.00

Charcuterie & Cheese

Carolina Coconut ShrimpUS$18.00

Soup & Greens

Blue Crab & Corn ChowderUS$9.00

Charred Tomato Bisque*US$8.00

Riverside CaesarUS$11.00

Cape Cobb*US$19.00

Grilled Radicchio*US$15.00

Fig & Honey*US$16.00

Sea Fare

Fresh Catch

Grilled Salmon*US$29.00

Sauteed Shrimp & Grits*US$28.00

Cast Iron Diver Scallops*US$37.00

Lump Blue CrabcakesUS$39.00

Blackened Seafood PastaUS$36.00

Land Lovers

Butcher's Cut*

Tuscan Vegetable PastaUS$24.00

Burger BurgerUS$17.00

Apple Cider Braised Short Ribs*US$30.00

Grilled Veggie Plate*US$26.00

Sweet Tea Brined Chicken*US$28.00

Short Rib Grilled CheeseUS$19.00

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