Best French Dip in Wilmington

4 restaurant menus in United States, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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Marina Grill
Marina Grill
82/100 (2502 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Bar
Bar
Pub
Seafood
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Seafood
American
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Brunch
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Sandwiches
Shrimp and Grits
Burger
Blackened Tuna
Tapas
She Crab Soup
Tacos
Carolina Grilled Fish Tacos
Crab Stuffed Salmon
Hot Chicken and Grits
Scallops and Shrimp Risotto
French Dip
Shrimp
Strawberry and Basil Lemonade
Shrimp and Grits
Baked Parmasean Crusted Fish with Coconut Rice
Fish
Crab Dip
Chocolate cake
Fishermans Platter
Mimosa
Salad
Chefs Dessert
jerk chicken
Chicken Wings
Crab cakes
Scallops
Calamari
Risotto
Key Lime Pie
Tuna
Asian Tuna Salad
Sit down
American
Seafood
Bar
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Seating
Television
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Dinner
Late Night
Lunch
Drinks
Brunch
Mid-range
"I won free appetizers here and got to try their barbecue flat bread and pimento cheese dip which were both excellent. We stayed for dinner, and I had..."
Ang Walters
"Just what downtown Wilmington needs! Classy and affordable place with some yummy seafood options on their menu, as well as other foods... but......"
Heidi Platow
"Just went recently, didn’t know the name had changed, hopefully that means ownership did as well? Food was decent, love the nc craft beer menu,..."
Jen Beach
"Kristin is by far the best bartender in Wilmington! Ultimate customer service with a smile! Great food, great atmosphere, and overall great..."
Grant Patrick Vick
"I went there for my birthday and everyone loved their food. We went 6/14/18 And Bethany was our server. She was awesome. Love the new menu..."
Debby Wiggins
"I loved the places! Alyssa and the Manager Peter had great recommendations and were very accommodating! Will be back with friends and family this..."
Christopher Boulet
"Went for lunch on the second day of them being open and had the lobster mac n cheese which was amazingggg. Hostess was at the door to open it and..."
Jessica Vinoverski
"Beautiful setting on the outdoor terrace, delicious dinner and dessert, nice location near downtown. Our server was very nice..."
Elizabeth Snively
"Ate there tonight. Saw a beautiful sunset, had good service, and ate a vegetarian cauliflower dish that was very good.I will definitely order it..."
Terri Jones
"Very good service! We sat outside, & the views were great. The food was delicious, & the drinks were tasty. The crab stuffed salmon was AMAZING. Our..."
Lakisha Moore
"We had an amazing time at Marina Grill! Food was delicious. Mary our server was very attentive to us. Lots of smiles and laughter. Beautiful views..."
Sherri Ingle, Real Estate Broker
"This place has the most extraordinary views! This ocean view is absolutely beautiful! They have low and tall chair seating options. After you eat,..."
Andrea Batts-Latson
"Awesome place on the river for lunch or dinner. Sit outside and watch the boats go by. Good selection of salads, burgers, sandwiches and entrees. ..."
Donna Turner
"I love love love Marina Grill. The food has never been a disappointment. The shrimp tacos are delicious. The service has always been good and the..."
Gwen Mantooth
"One of the guides at the USS North Carolina recommended that we go to the Marina Grill instead of some of the high priced restaurants with mediocre..."
Tom Fletcher
"It was a nice outing. The appetizers were really good. Service was nice as well. Everything was fresh and the atmosphere sitting by the river..."
Stefana Allmer
"Marina Grill doesn't really need any advice... They offer great presentations for the food with even better taste! We watched live music while..."
Johnathan Vaughan
"My husband and I had the opportunity to enjoy this delicious place for lunch today. Our hostess, Caitlin, was very kind and friendly. She was happy..."
Donna R.
"This restaurant is a great place to eat if you’re looking for a nice lunch or dinner spot. I recently ate here with my family and we had a nice..."
Bianca Mims
"Beautiful view, awesome service. After the deviled eggs, had a hard time with the meal. Definitely would visit..."
Mike
"If you are looking for a restaurant downtown near the cape fear river, this is a neat spot that overlooks the Marina and is close to the live oak..."
Dacia Zimmer
"My husband and I came down to Wilmington for a date night, both of our regular restaurants were closed, so we decided to try out this one! Best..."
Patricia Roosa
"Location is great. Service was a bit sub par. Salad wasn't fresh but was taken off bill, manager should have followed up at the table however. Will..."
Mrs.H
"Had our Anniversary Dinner Celebration here. Baby back ribs were delicious. Fries and Slaw were what you might expect. Risotto with Crab was too..."
Roger Brittingham
"This review is specifically to give a huge shout out and thanks to Amanda, Will, & Keith, for making our event such a success! My husband and I..."
Stephanie Cooper
"First ate at Marina Grill in March. Was greatly impressed with quality of food, especially the salads, at that time. We’ve been visiting ever since..."
Dave and Lisa Cunningham
Paddy's Hollow Restaurant And Pub
Paddy's Hollow Restaurant And Pub
78/100 (1109 ratings)
Restaurants
Pub
American
Bar
Irish
Irish
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
American
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Ribs
Burger
Paddy's Seafood Platter
Corned Beef
Chicken Tenders with Coleslaw
Fish & chips
Chicken Sandwich
French Dip
Crab Dip
Loaded Pub Fries
Wedge Salad
Sirloin Steak with Steamed Broccoli
French onion soup
Shrimp
Shepard's Pie
Pesto
Beef
Rueben Sandwich
Fish
Fish and Chips
Beer
Fried Shrimp
Cheese burger
Pasta
French Dip
Cider
Salad
Black and Tan
shepherds pie
Crab
Crispy Chicken blt Sandwich
Tuna
Guinness French Onion Soup
Salmon
Fried Green Tomato blt
Fish & Chips
Sandwiches
Chicken Salad to Go
Sit down
American
Irish
Bar
Pub
Free Wifi
Reservations
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Seating
Non-smoking restaurants
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Serves Alcohol
Street Parking
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Accepts Discover
Free off-street parking
Validated Parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Mid-range
"Great atmosphere. Wasnt sure if it was a dog friendly establishment, but upon asking we were able to bring our furry friend with us and they brought..."
Sean Ford
"We've visited Paddy's several times, and never have we been let down. If you're looking for an authentic Irish experience- this is not your place,..."
Chuck Brunson
"I have visited this restaurant a few times and it has always been a very pleasant, and tasty place to eat. It is located in a small alley between..."
Nathaniel Glasgow
"Good food and quality. I have never had a bad meal here either. They have the best salads downtown (huge, not just iceburg lettuce, and great..."
SomeChica
"Best French Dip in the world!. Heard about their French Dip and went to give it a try yesterday..wow!! Best I have ever had hands..."
Cartermckaughan
"Always Tasty. I've never had a bad meal!!!!! The turkey burger is great, a little kick to it but not too much heat. The Mandarin salad with fried..."
Megan
"OMG!!! Fall off the bone ribs fried shrimp, fettucini alfredo and long neck clams. Coldest beer in Wilmington. Really love..."
Paul
"Awesome French Dip!. If you're a fan of French Dip sandwiches you have got to try Paddy's. The roast beef is tender and fresh sliced. Melted cheese,..."
Indigo
"We don't often leave reviews but in this case we need to. This place is great! The food was awesome, the atmosphere was really nice too. The thing..."
Patrick Zakaria
"Very laid back pub. Food was excellent, service great and atmosphere is wonderful. We cannot stop eating the French fries. Very good fish and chips..."
J Y
"We accidentally found this place and are so happy that we did. The atmosphere was really neat and the did was..."
Nicole Boo
"Cozy to the z. The atmosphere here is just lovely. Though you may want to bring a small light if sight is an issue for you. Some can consider it a..."
Birb
"Patio dining in a historic location. We had two different burgers, BBQ bacon and Black and blue, both amazing. The chicken strips were less..."
Melody Farnham
"Service is a tad slow only because they have a limited wait staff but they are attentive and awesome! No cup went half full for more than a minute...."
Alan Bell
"My daughter and I went for lunch, the shrimp plate was delicious. The service was great. If you are sensitive, you might see a couple of fun-loving..."
DinahsDreams
"Paddy’s Hollow is awesome!!! The interior is decorated beautifully with the Irish decor. The food is very good. Without absolutely any doubt..."
Jack Carello
"Such an intriguing entrance that just begs you to "come on in". The interior doesn't match the exterior. That's not a bad thing, it's just not what I..."
Coley Cummings
"Food was amazing! The staff every pleasant. I love how they have deck seating as well as inside. If your ever at the cotton exchange this restaurant..."
Theresa Walsh
"My family loves visiting this place whenever we are at the Cotton Exchange. Food is usually pretty good. The fish n chips had to much batter last..."
Sean Keeley
"Paddy’s Hollow has one of the Best French Onion soups in the area. I will focus on the French Onion Soup and the Jalapeno poppers in this review...."
Joseph Corbin
"Was a great experience most definitely will be back. Meghan was fantastic behind the bar. She made it a..."
Tanya Trogdon
"We had the nachos , they were excellent, the staff was friendly and the atmosphere was..."
Debbie Meddings
"I love the food and the ambiance here. The crab dip and smothered chicken are a couple of my favorites, but I’ve never had anything I didn’t..."
Kristen Burch
"Absolutely wonderful place! Very quaint and great atmosphere! Excellent attentive service. Food is delicious. Creamy crab bisque had a ton of meat...."
sam 71
"Service was excellent. Food was good, although burger was incredibly greasy to the point it covered the whole plate in grease making it difficult to..."
Nate Welsh
Buckley's Tavern
Buckley's Tavern
78/100 (1259 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Bar
Bar
Pub
Pub
American
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
American
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Fish
Wings
Sandwiches
Clam Chowder
Burger
Polenta
Mac and cheese
Hamburgers
Hummus
Crab
Nachos
Scallops
Calamari
Steak Frites
Calamares
Shrimp
Fish & chips
Eggs Benedict
Salmon
Beef
Toasts
Cheesesteak
Pancakes
French Dip
Crab Cake
Cobb Salad
Fish & Chips
Pasta
Quiche
Tapas
Meatloaf
Shrimp and Grits
Tacos
Pesto
Curry
Salad
Sit down
Bar
American
Pub
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Private Dining
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Brunch
Dinner
Late Night
Lunch
Mid-range
"Excellent fish and chips. Very dry and crispy (not soggy). Coupled with a decent beer menu makes for a darn good..."
Tyson Sprayberry
"Fantastic Sunday PJ brunch for my birthday...Always fun & yummy too...& you can’t beat the price...food is top notch!! I highly..."
Kelly Kotte Pharis
"Met friends for dinner here after having a great lunch experience a few months ago. My second trip did not disappoint- excellent service and amazing..."
Joanna Anderson
"Always a great time with friends and family, for a beer, cocktail and conversation with the local-regulars. Very friendly bar and service staff. Good..."
Dk Davis
"Four of us tried Buckley's for the first time, after visiting Longwood Gardens for the Orchid Extravaganza. Our cocktails and wine were very good as..."
Sandy Renninger
"I was there with some of my family on Sunday for the Pajama Brunch celebrating my 50th birthday. It was my first time there and I can't wait to come..."
Joanne Brown-Upcavage
"Great food and staff in a comfortable old farmhouse setting. Stopped in for dinner and sat at the bar and the staff was friendly and attentive...."
Bryan Doyon
"Great spot for quality food, service, and atmosphere. Highly suggest the cheeseboard (best quality for the $) and the chicken salad and Turkey club...."
Maddie
"Exemplary customer service, great menu options and always delicious! Mushroom soup is incredible (local mushrooms), clam chowder scratch made and..."
Sheila A Johnson
"I absolutely loved it, the place is always packed and now I know why. Everything from the building and decor, to the staff, to the food and drink was..."
John-Paul Mifsud
"I absolutely love this place. The service is always on point and the food is delicious. I’ve never had a bad time here. I can’t remember the..."
Lucy Uke
"I'll begin by saying that Buckley's gets four stars only because of all the years I have enjoyed going there to eat or drink. It is a staple in this..."
David Lazar
"Wow! What a marvelous place, it was recommended by friends & we were so glad we made the 40 minute drive from home, because it was worth every bite!..."
Delilah Kara
"Buckley's is one of my favorite restaurants that I found on accident just exploring the area. In 3 weeks I am having my wedding dinner there..."
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Washington Street Ale House
Washington Street Ale House
70/100 (1014 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
American
Bar
Pub
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Brunch
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Calamares
Sandwiches
Burger
Crab Cake
Nachos
Pretzel
Cheesesteak
French Dip
Lobster
Pesto
Fish
Pasta
Salad
Crab
Calamari
Tuna
Sit down
American
Bar
Pub
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Takeout
Television
Reservations
Dinner
Late Night
Lunch
Drinks
Mid-range
"We had excellent service, and very accommodating. Really nice vibe to the place. We enjoyed our visit and enjoyed our meal, delicious. Banana cake is..."
Tamara DeBerry
"The Washington Street Ale House Is located in the business district of center city Wilmington, adjacent to Miki Moto’s and across from Christiana..."
Jay Lynch
"Great place for drinks! Wings are pretty tasty too. I got steak & frittes the portion was small for price but tasted..."
shawnda Jackson
"We were in Wilmington, DE for a week long business trip. Both of us are foodies and appreciate quality food created with exceptional ingredients...."
Kristi Albert