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As of June 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 restaurants in Wilmington, NC by the RNM Score — a 0–100 rating built from Google ratings, review volume, sentiment, and profile completeness. The top-ranked is On Thyme Restaurant with a 4.8-star rating from 1,135 Google reviews and an RNM Score of 85/100. Also in the top tier: Sugo Italian Steakhouse and Rooster & The Crow. The average rating across all listed restaurants in Wilmington is 4.5 stars from 1,544 reviews per business on average.
Restaurants in Wilmington range from $ (budget, under $15/person) to $$$$ (fine dining, $60+/person).
Rankings updated June 10, 2026 · RNM Score = ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
Best Overall
True Blue Butcher and Table
True Blue Butcher and Table stands out for its unique butcher-shop-meets-fine-dining concept and consistently high praise for quality and atmosphere.
Most Reviewed
Boathouse Restaurant
A high review count often indicates broad popularity and reliable, crowd-pleasing dining experience.
For the best blend of ambiance and waterfront dining, try Boathouse Restaurant, but if you seek a distinctive culinary experience, True Blue Butcher and Table is a standout choice.
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4.5★
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Top Rated Restaurants
Exceptional 4.8-star rating from over 1,100 Google reviews.
918 Castle St, Wilmington, NC 28401, USAEarned a stellar 4.8-star rating from nearly 900 Google reviews.
within the Hotel Ballast, 301 N Water St, Wilmington, NC 28401, USAEnjoy local dining with a 4.7-star rating from over 1,100 Google reviews.
225 S Water St Suite G & H, Wilmington, NC 28401, USARestaurants Rankings in Wilmington, NC
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | On Thyme Restaurant918 Castle St, Wilmington, NC 28401, USA | 4.8★ | 1,135 |
| #2 | Sugo Italian Steakhousewithin the Hotel Ballast, 301 N Water St, Wilmington, NC 28401, USA | 4.8★ | 877 |
| #3 | Rooster & The Crow225 S Water St Suite G & H, Wilmington, NC 28401, USA | 4.7★ | 1,135 |
| #4 | The Fork 'N' Cork122 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28401, USA | 4.5★ | 2,647 |
| #5 | True Blue Butcher and Table1125 Military Cutoff Rd A, Wilmington, NC 28405, USA | 4.3★ | 764 |
| #6 | JohnnyLukes KitchenBar5500 Market St #130, Wilmington, NC 28405, USA | 4.5★ | 1,941 |
| #7 | Indochine Restaurant7 Wayne Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA | 4.5★ | 5,135 |
| #8 | Seabird1 S Front St, Wilmington, NC 28401, USA | 4.7★ | 828 |
| #9 | Boathouse Restaurant6328 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA | 4.4★ | 2,663 |
| #10 | The Pilot House2 Ann St, Wilmington, NC 28401, USA | 4.3★ | 2,527 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated June 2026
All Restaurants in Wilmington
Boasting 4.5 stars from over 2,600 reviews, this Wilmington restaurant is a popular choice.
122 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28401, USA
Known for solid quality, this Wilmington restaurant holds a strong 4.3-star rating from over 760 reviews.
1125 Military Cutoff Rd A, Wilmington, NC 28405, USA
4.5 stars from nearly 2,000 Google reviews, consistently praised by Wilmington diners.
5500 Market St #130, Wilmington, NC 28405, USA
Consistently rated 4.5 stars by over 5,000 Google reviewers.
7 Wayne Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
Rated 4.7 stars from over 800 Google reviews, consistently praised by customers.
1 S Front St, Wilmington, NC 28401, USA
Consistently rated 4.4 stars from over 2,600 Google reviews.
6328 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
A solid 4.3-star rating from over 2,500 Google reviews confirms consistent local quality.
2 Ann St, Wilmington, NC 28401, USA
Known for consistent quality with a solid 4.3-star rating from over 2,000 reviews.
128 S Water St, Wilmington, NC 28401, USA
A popular Wilmington restaurant with a 4.6-star rating from over 1,200 Google reviews.
8 N Front St, Wilmington, NC 28401, USA
4.1-star rating from nearly 1,000 reviews makes this a reliably popular local choice.
341 College Rd #55, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
A highly rated Wilmington restaurant with 4.7 stars from nearly 900 reviews.
10 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28401, USA
A solid 4.4-star rating from over 570 Google reviews.
5 S Water St, Wilmington, NC 28401, USA
This local favorite holds a solid 4.4-star rating from over 400 customer reviews.
110 Greenfield St Suite 114, Wilmington, NC 28401, USA
Wilmington diners praise this restaurant, earning a strong 4.7-star average from nearly 400 reviews.
522 S 3rd St, Wilmington, NC 28401, USA
279 Google reviews average 4.8 stars, reflecting exceptional local dining.
1540 S 2nd St #110, Wilmington, NC 28401, USA
4.4 stars from 258 Google reviews, reflecting consistently solid local customer satisfaction.
1610 Tiburon Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
Consistently rated 4.6 stars from over 4,000 Google reviews in Wilmington.
109 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC 28401, USA
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Restaurants in Wilmington, NC — Compared
| # | Business | RNM Score | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | On Thyme Restaurant | 85/100 | 4.8 ★ | 1,135 |
| 2 | Sugo Italian Steakhouse | 85/100 | 4.8 ★ | 877 |
| 3 | Rooster & The Crow | 83/100 | 4.7 ★ | 1,135 |
| 4 | The Fork 'N' Cork | 80/100 | 4.5 ★ | 2,647 |
| 5 | True Blue Butcher and Table | 76/100 | 4.3 ★ | 764 |
| 6 | JohnnyLukes KitchenBar | 80/100 | 4.5 ★ | 1,941 |
| 7 | Indochine Restaurant | 80/100 | 4.5 ★ | 5,135 |
| 8 | Seabird | 83/100 | 4.7 ★ | 828 |
| 9 | Boathouse Restaurant | 78/100 | 4.4 ★ | 2,663 |
| 10 | The Pilot House | 76/100 | 4.3 ★ | 2,527 |
Ranked by RatingsNearMe Score · ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · June 2026
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