Best Crab cakes in Wilmington

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Anne Bonny's Bar And Grill
Anne Bonny's Bar And Grill
88/100 (1849 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Bar
Grill
Seafood
American
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Salad
Lobster Roll
Wings
Fried Pickles
Crab Cake
Philly Fries
Fish & Chips
Grouper Sandwich
Lobster Roll
Ship's Wheel Pretzel
Grouper Sandwich
Grilled or Fried Shrimp
Fish
Fish and Chips with Slaw
Sandwiches
Milkshakes
Tropical Chicken Sandwich
Crab Cake Reuben
Burger
Fish & chips
caesar salad
Beer
Juice
Chicken tenders
Garden Salad
Crab cakes
Shrimp
Shrimp PO Boy
Cheese Curds
Fish & Chips
Chicken Wings
Sit down
Seafood
Bar
Grill
American
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Seating
Television
Live Music
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Waterfront
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Mid-range
"If you're in Wilmington, make time for a meal at this place. The service is phenomenal, and the food is equally matched. Bonus, we were there at..."
Tiffany Toler
"We made a last minute decision to stop in for lunch on our way out of town after spending a weekend in Wilmington. So glad we did. The hospitality..."
Teresa Hughes
"Looked for a pet Friendly dining establishment and found this jewel along the river in ole downtown Wilmington. Beautiful outside dining with..."
James King
"Very enjoyable. Slightly above average pub fare. Not terrible by any stretch. The riverboat vibe is relaxing and chill. It doesn't do much outside..."
Mark Burnash
"Loved the location. We sat on a bar that overlooked the river and can easily see the battleship. Food was really good and reasonably priced. Waiter..."
Blake
"This is a great place yo eat, or have a drink on the water. They have amazing views and the food was delicious. The service was top-notch. I would..."
Robby M
"First time visiting Anne Bonny's. Only a fifteen minute wait. Lovely evening. Drinks really good. Too many IPAs. Need more beer choices. Had fish..."
Lisa Lou
"Awesome quick bites and right on the water! The servers were so nice and quick. Really loved the grouper sandwich and the fish n chips. They also had..."
Gouvana I.
"The place is located right on the Riverwalk where you can get nice views in a great atmosphere. Plus, it is dog friendly 🐕. The sandwiches are..."
Arturo Espinoza L
"This is the perfect hole in the wall right off the river in downtown Wilmington. Their prices are very reasonable for both drinks and food!! Plus..."
Madi A
"Had a lovely dinner while watching the river flow by. Excellent service. I had the shrimp po’boy and Carolina corn salad. So delicious. Will come..."
Maria Carullo
"Great little spot on the water! We just got a few appetizers and that did just the trick. Food, service, and location were perfect for our day trip!..."
Clint Hageman
"We moved to Wilmington a week ago, and this was our first downtown dining experience. It was wonderful! The 4 of us tried out a burger, shrimp Po..."
amanda dunn
"Ate at Anne Bonny's Bar and Grill after taking the sunset boat tour. We ate here after sunset and was still able to enjoy the beautiful water view..."
Heather Lee
"It was everything that we hoped for. The day of, we actually canceled our reservations for an upscale restaurant because what sounded good was a cold..."
HUGHESDT
"Fun drinks and great appetizers! Right on the river. Service was great as well, in and out in less than an..."
Alicia Illis
Anne Bonny's Bar And Grill
Anne Bonny's Bar And Grill
87/100 (2174 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
American
Grill
Seafood
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Wings
Tropical Chicken Sandwich
Crab Cake
Ship's Wheel Pretzel Giant
Lobster Roll
Bonny Burger
Grouper Sandwich
Mango Sunrise
Fish
Lost Coast Tangerine Wheat
Fish & chips
caesar salad
Tropicolada
Beer
Dry Rubbed Wings Appetizer
Sandwiches
BLT Sandwich
Burger
Mai Tai
Juice
Crab cakes
Sangria Slushie
Cheese Curds
Shrimp
Fish & Chips
Philly Fries
Grilled Salmon Sandwich
Grilled or Fried Shrimp
Salad
Fish and Chips with Slaw
Café
Seafood
Bar
Grill
American
Table Service
Live Music
Wheelchair Accessible
Waterfront
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Seating
Television
Lunch
Drinks
Dinner
Mid-range
"My wife and I took our 3 kids (all 5 and under) for lunch on a Sunday. They had great live music, which wasn't too loud so we were still able hold a..."
Aaron Lindquist
"Oh Man, this is probably one of the best spots in Wilmington! My girlfriend and I were in North Carolina on vacation from Georgia, and this place..."
Jared Burdett
"Fresh breeze, friendly people, attentive staff, good food! Had the lobster roll, and hubby had grouper sandwich as well as nachos. Love the river..."
Sheila Schultz Scherer
"Absolutely love this place! Great food, view, and vibe! They are pitbull friendly and very accommodating. They even brought my pittie a water bowl!..."
Courtney Hubbard
"0 complaints! Great staff and food was amazing. The staff was awesome with my 6 & 4 year old. Very attentive and the food was so good. Plus.... that..."
Tiffany Brown
"Perfect spot right on the water. Good food, super friendly staff. Went there with my autistic son and we felt welcome. He loved..."
Lisa Marks
"Fun place on the river - food, drinks, and service was great and the view is..."
Teresa Eger
"Love the spot, love the atmosphere, love the food!! Had crab cakes last night and they were really spot on. If you haven’t been give it a..."
Mike Madej Jr.
"If you're in Wilmington, make time for a meal at this place. The service is phenomenal, and the food is equally matched. Bonus, we were there at..."
Tiffany Toler
"We made a last minute decision to stop in for lunch on our way out of town after spending a weekend in Wilmington. So glad we did. The hospitality..."
Teresa Hughes
"Looked for a pet Friendly dining establishment and found this jewel along the river in ole downtown Wilmington. Beautiful outside dining with..."
James King
"Very enjoyable. Slightly above average pub fare. Not terrible by any stretch. The riverboat vibe is relaxing and chill. It doesn't do much outside..."
Mark Burnash
"Loved the location. We sat on a bar that overlooked the river and can easily see the battleship. Food was really good and reasonably priced. Waiter..."
Blake
"This is a great place yo eat, or have a drink on the water. They have amazing views and the food was delicious. The service was top-notch. I would..."
Robby M
"First time visiting Anne Bonny's. Only a fifteen minute wait. Lovely evening. Drinks really good. Too many IPAs. Need more beer choices. Had fish..."
Lisa Lou
"Awesome quick bites and right on the water! The servers were so nice and quick. Really loved the grouper sandwich and the fish n chips. They also had..."
Gouvana I.
"The place is located right on the Riverwalk where you can get nice views in a great atmosphere. Plus, it is dog friendly 🐕. The sandwiches are..."
Arturo Espinoza L
"This is the perfect hole in the wall right off the river in downtown Wilmington. Their prices are very reasonable for both drinks and food!! Plus..."
Madi A
"Had a lovely dinner while watching the river flow by. Excellent service. I had the shrimp po’boy and Carolina corn salad. So delicious. Will come..."
Maria Carullo
"Great little spot on the water! We just got a few appetizers and that did just the trick. Food, service, and location were perfect for our day trip!..."
Clint Hageman
"We moved to Wilmington a week ago, and this was our first downtown dining experience. It was wonderful! The 4 of us tried out a burger, shrimp Po..."
amanda dunn
"Ate at Anne Bonny's Bar and Grill after taking the sunset boat tour. We ate here after sunset and was still able to enjoy the beautiful water view..."
Heather Lee
"It was everything that we hoped for. The day of, we actually canceled our reservations for an upscale restaurant because what sounded good was a cold..."
HUGHESDT
"Fun drinks and great appetizers! Right on the river. Service was great as well, in and out in less than an..."
Alicia Illis
Marina Grill
Marina Grill
82/100 (2502 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Seafood
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Vegan Options
Bar
Seafood
Pub
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Fish
Fishermans Platter
Chocolate cake
Chefs Dessert
Mimosa
Chicken Wings
jerk chicken
Salad
Calamari
Crab cakes
Key Lime Pie
Scallops
Asian Tuna Salad
Risotto
Shrimp and Grits
Tuna
Blackened Tuna
She Crab Soup
Sandwiches
Carolina Grilled Fish Tacos
Burger
Tapas
Crab Stuffed Salmon
Tacos
Hot Chicken and Grits
Scallops and Shrimp Risotto
Strawberry and Basil Lemonade
French Dip
Baked Parmasean Crusted Fish with Coconut Rice
Shrimp
Shrimp and Grits
Crab Dip
Sit down
Bar
American
Seafood
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Drinks
Brunch
Dinner
Late Night
Lunch
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
Reel Cafe
Reel Cafe
81/100 (1286 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Bar
Pub
Gluten Free Options
American
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Beer
Salad
Blackened Tuna
Cheese burger
Wings
Steamed Shrimp
Crab cakes
Crab
Oyster PO Boy
Oyster
Reuben Sandwich with Fries
Calamari
Crab Dip with Pita Wedges
Tuna
Flounder PO'Boy
Calamares
Mahi Flatbread
Fish & chips
Oysters Alexander
NY Style Burger
Sandwiches
Crab Cake
Teriyaki Shrimp & Rice Plus Coleslaw
Burger
Fish & Chips
Pimento Cheese Toast
Tuna Burger
Nachos
Chicken Wings
Shrimp and Grits
Clams
Po' Boys
Shrimp
Philly Cheesesteak
Cakes
Crab Legs
Fish
Shrimp & Grits
Sit down
American
Bar
Pub
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Live Music
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Dinner
Late Night
Lunch
Mid-range
"All of our meals were delicious, as well as the appetizers. Everything came out in a timely manner. It's also in such a great area to stroll..."
Amy Tidball
"Good food, definitely given a lot for the price. Place is a little dirty but the servers are nice and attentive. Def a most taste when in the..."
Joel
"Service was really great. Waitress, Lily, made a point to be very kind and attentive to our needs. The food was great. Also, accidentally left my..."
xodz Phone
"Reel Cafe in Wilmington is a hidden gem that quickly stole my heart. Thanks to a friend's recommendation, I discovered this charming spot and have..."
Branden Wynant
"Great downtown spot to get dinner or a few drinks! Has outdoor seating, a karaoke bar on the second floor, and live music most weekends on the..."
Kayla Newcomb
"The location puts it over the top. Great people ... food......"
James Bell
"Nice place, even for lunch, but DO NOT order the pulled pork. It is very dry and tastes like wet cardboard. I do wish the waitress would have warned..."
Brent Olson
"Great specials on this Friday, May 6, 2022. They make great fish sandwiches, flounder Po'Boy, mahi in a pita and tuna burger, all..."
J Y
"My husband and I saw Trapt on the rooftop bar area. First we had dinner at the restaurant. The service was good and the food was delicious. I thought..."
Megan Boyd
"Great atmosphere and good food. Been here once and enjoyed it. Sat outside and enjoyed the beautiful day and a cold brew. Good service and very good..."
Steve Sherron
"We're here today for early dinner. They ran out of the bison burgers but we ordered other kinds. The waitress bartender made up for no..."
randy herriott
Dockside Restaurant
Dockside Restaurant
70/100 (2493 ratings)
Restaurants
Seafood
Bar
Seafood
American
American
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Swordfish
Shrimp or Fish Tacos
Salad
Fish Sandwich
Tsunami Shrimp
French Fries
Unsweet Tea Paper Straw
Crab
Fried shrimp
Blue Crab & Corn Chowder
Scallops
Shrimp and Grits
Broiled Flounder
Clams
Cakes
Fresh Cranberry Margarita
Oyster
Bloody Mary
Fish
Calamari
Crab Dip
Sandwiches
seafood platter
Tuna
Steamed Oysters
Tuna Tacos
Burger
Cold Beer
Calamares
Crab Cake
Grilled Chicken Pita
Hamburgers
Crab cakes
Chowder
Key Lime Pie
Fish & Chips
blt
Tapas
Shrimp and Grits
Fish Taco
Clam Chowder
Shrimp
Tacos
Blackened Fish Tacos
Seafood Platters
Blackened Shrimp Tacos
Sit down
American
Bar
Seafood
Waterfront
Table Service
Accepts Discover
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Reservations
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Seating
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"Perfect place to stop and grab a bite. We didn't wait long for service and the food came out hot and fast. Great atmosphere for sure. Price was good,..."
Cassandra NightThunder
"The food was good. Loved the 1/2 lb peel shrimp! They were flavored well and hot and fresh. The crab cakes were also delicious. I would have liked a..."
Joy Clifford
"Great place to come and eat. Just bring your boat up. Near the water with amazing scenic..."
Charlie Hudson
"What a great place..... the views are just gorgeous. The service is very good and such friendly helpful staff. The food was absolutely amazing. ..."
mike cosola
"I have eaten at many other places in Wrightsville Beach but this was my first time at Dockside... and I'm so sad I am just finding it! It was..."
Holly Sullenger
"My daughter wanted to get some seafood. I’ve seen and heard of this place multiple times but I’ve never been here. Cool place by the water, the..."
E S
"I went to Dockside for a lunch meeting today. The food is a little pricey, but very, very good. The wait staff was professional and personable. They..."
Eric “Big Guy” Henzel
"Great spot to sit by the water and eat some good food with good drinks. We are here every few weeks at least, especially on nice days over the..."
Tabetha’s Table
"Great place to dock your boat and dine. The food and drinks are..."
Foothills Trail Hiker
"Delicious food in a casual spot with a great..."
Lorraine Brown
"Don’t get to Wilmington all that often, but when we do, we love going to Dockside. Beautiful day watching sailboats go by as we ate lunch. Food..."
Noreen Tompkins
"One of my favorite places in the Wilmington area! You can't beat the view, the relaxed atmosphere, and the casual food. Our server Meghan provideded..."
Michelle W.
"We must have come at the exact wrong time. It rained that day and the wind picked up. We were looking for protected dining - which left us staring..."
Trisha Gensic
"We had a rehearsal dinner on the deck outside Friday night. Chris handled the event and he served an excellent array of food through the afternoon...."
B. Buckley