Erin's Wrightsville Beach Guidebook
Food scene
When you come to Wrightsville Beach, you have a plethora of of delicious restaurants from which to choose.
Bluewater Waterfront Grill boasts a selection of traditional American fare and quality fresh seafood artfully combined in a mix of classic and modern dishes. Moving seasonally, our menu is rooted in fresh, local favorites provided by North Carolina’s bountiful fishing season, whenever possible.
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Bluewater Grill
4 Marina StBluewater Waterfront Grill boasts a selection of traditional American fare and quality fresh seafood artfully combined in a mix of classic and modern dishes. Moving seasonally, our menu is rooted in fresh, local favorites provided by North Carolina’s bountiful fishing season, whenever possible.
An easily overlooked beach break, it’s become a favorite surf spot for many locals. Established in 2001, Tower 7 Baja Mexican Grill has become a local favorite just like that famous surf break we discovered. We continue to bring you flavors that fuel the spirit of adventure and that never-ending search for the perfect local spot in Wrightsville Beach, NC.
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Tower 7 Baja Mexican Grill
4 N Lumina AveAn easily overlooked beach break, it’s become a favorite surf spot for many locals. Established in 2001, Tower 7 Baja Mexican Grill has become a local favorite just like that famous surf break we discovered. We continue to bring you flavors that fuel the spirit of adventure and that never-ending search for the perfect local spot in Wrightsville Beach, NC.
A popular dish made of raw fish or shellfish, marinated in fresh squeezed lime or lemon juice often with tropical fruit, oil, onions, peppers, and seasonings. Ceviche is a seafood dish that derived from the coastal regions of Latin America and the Caribbean. Served chilled as an appetizer or main entree. It is absolutely delicious, healthy, and refreshing!
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Ceviche's
7210 Wrightsville AveA popular dish made of raw fish or shellfish, marinated in fresh squeezed lime or lemon juice often with tropical fruit, oil, onions, peppers, and seasonings. Ceviche is a seafood dish that derived from the coastal regions of Latin America and the Caribbean. Served chilled as an appetizer or main entree. It is absolutely delicious, healthy, and refreshing!
A Carolina tradition for over 30 years. Since first opening its doors, Dockside has been synonymous with great food and a casual, relaxed, even rustic atmosphere. Perched on the water’s edge of Wrightsville Beach, our flagship location draws on the local region’s natural features- from the island setting to the beach style and coastal Carolina attitude-and blends with them with Dockside’s own unique, friendly and inviting atmosphere.
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Dockside Restaurant
1308 Airlie RdA Carolina tradition for over 30 years. Since first opening its doors, Dockside has been synonymous with great food and a casual, relaxed, even rustic atmosphere. Perched on the water’s edge of Wrightsville Beach, our flagship location draws on the local region’s natural features- from the island setting to the beach style and coastal Carolina attitude-and blends with them with Dockside’s own unique, friendly and inviting atmosphere.
Located along Airlie Road in Wilmington, NC just at the foot of the Wrightsville Beach Drawbridge, The Fish House Grill has been a landmark seafood restaurant for decades.
The Fish House Grill sits on one of the most coveted properties in Wilmington and Wrighstville Beach. Our waterfront location along Airlie Road at the foot of the Wrightsville Beach Drawbridge provides an idyllic environment for our guests to enjoy delicious, fresh, and affordable seafood at our outdoor deck.
Locals and visitors to the area come to The Fish House Grill to watch the boat traffic, take in the beauty of the Waterway, and enjoy some fresh beach air with delicious munchies, cold beers, and great seafood.
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Fish House Grill
1410 Airlie RdLocated along Airlie Road in Wilmington, NC just at the foot of the Wrightsville Beach Drawbridge, The Fish House Grill has been a landmark seafood restaurant for decades.
The Fish House Grill sits on one of the most coveted properties in Wilmington and Wrighstville Beach. Our waterfront location along Airlie Road at the foot of the Wrightsville Beach Drawbridge provides an idyllic environment for our guests to enjoy delicious, fresh, and affordable seafood at our outdoor deck.
Locals and visitors to the area come to The Fish House Grill to watch the boat traffic, take in the beauty of the Waterway, and enjoy some fresh beach air with delicious munchies, cold beers, and great seafood.
Great little place with breakfast foods, premade sandwiches, smoothies, coffee, tea and beer & wine. This is one of our favorite hangouts, simply because it's right next door!
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SUNdays Surf Cafe
708 B S Lumina AveGreat little place with breakfast foods, premade sandwiches, smoothies, coffee, tea and beer & wine. This is one of our favorite hangouts, simply because it's right next door!
Lumina Station: Your Shopping Village by the Beach. Here, you'll find a unique collection of shops, restaurants and services in an idyllic atmosphere.
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Lumina Station
1900 Eastwood RdLumina Station: Your Shopping Village by the Beach. Here, you'll find a unique collection of shops, restaurants and services in an idyllic atmosphere.
BREWERY WEEKLY EVENTS
TUESDAY - BREWERY TOUR / SPECIAL TAP TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY - WEAR IT WEDNESDAY
(wear your brewery gear and get 10% off food)
THURSDAY - LIVE MUSIC (6-9PM)
SATURDAY - BREWERY YOGA (10AM)
LIVE MUSIC (3-6PM)
SUNDAY - BI-WEEKLY REGGAE (3-6PM)
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Wrightsville Beach Brewery
6201 Oleander DrBREWERY WEEKLY EVENTS
TUESDAY - BREWERY TOUR / SPECIAL TAP TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY - WEAR IT WEDNESDAY
(wear your brewery gear and get 10% off food)
THURSDAY - LIVE MUSIC (6-9PM)
SATURDAY - BREWERY YOGA (10AM)
LIVE MUSIC (3-6PM)
SUNDAY - BI-WEEKLY REGGAE (3-6PM)
Kids Activities
There are many activities in this community to keep your kids active and engaged. These are some of our favorite kid friendly activities.
The park is brand new, beautiful and the kids love it. There isn't much shade so go early in the morning or in the evening. There are also picnic areas.
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Wrightsville Beach
321 Causeway DrThe park is brand new, beautiful and the kids love it. There isn't much shade so go early in the morning or in the evening. There are also picnic areas.
The Children's Museum of Wilmington, a downtown destination dedicated to helping children learn while they play. Everything we do at CMoW is for the children! We offer hands-on interactive programs and exhibits for kids ages 0-10. Hours:
(Labor Day to Memorial Day)
Tuesday-Saturday 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Sunday 1:00PM - 5:00PM
ADMISSION
Adults/Children: $9.75
Military: $8.75
Seniors: $8.75
Children under 12 months: Free
CMOW ACM/Anytime Members: Free
CMOW Weekday Members:
Free (Mon. - Fri.) & 1/2 Off Weekends
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Children's Museum of Wilmington
116 Orange StThe Children's Museum of Wilmington, a downtown destination dedicated to helping children learn while they play. Everything we do at CMoW is for the children! We offer hands-on interactive programs and exhibits for kids ages 0-10. Hours:
(Labor Day to Memorial Day)
Tuesday-Saturday 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Sunday 1:00PM - 5:00PM
ADMISSION
Adults/Children: $9.75
Military: $8.75
Seniors: $8.75
Children under 12 months: Free
CMOW ACM/Anytime Members: Free
CMOW Weekday Members:
Free (Mon. - Fri.) & 1/2 Off Weekends
Long Leaf Park
314 Pine Grove Dr314 Pine Grove Drive
Wilmington, NC 28409
Outdoor activities
There's so much to do on the island and the surrounding community. Here are a few of our favorites...
Rent a board and learn how to surf! Ask the staff about surf lessons.
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South End Surf Shop
708 S Lumina AveRent a board and learn how to surf! Ask the staff about surf lessons.
The Riverwalk in Downtown Wilmington is a showstopper of a stroll that is a distinctive attraction all its own. Originally conceived in the 1980s as a way to generate more interest and tourism to the Cape Fear River waterfront regions of Wilmington's historic Downtown, today the Riverwalk encompasses a full mile of scenic boardwalk, hugging the borders of the riverfront, and providing visitors with endless views and easy access to some of the Downtown's most beloved attractions.
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Wilmington Riverwalk
Wilmington Downtown RiverwalkThe Riverwalk in Downtown Wilmington is a showstopper of a stroll that is a distinctive attraction all its own. Originally conceived in the 1980s as a way to generate more interest and tourism to the Cape Fear River waterfront regions of Wilmington's historic Downtown, today the Riverwalk encompasses a full mile of scenic boardwalk, hugging the borders of the riverfront, and providing visitors with endless views and easy access to some of the Downtown's most beloved attractions.
Airlie Gardens, a premiere garden of the coastal South features 67 acres of walking paths, formal gardens, seasonal blooms, mighty live oaks, historic structures, and contemporary sculpture.
A member of the North Carolina Birding Trail, and it's diverse ecosystems provide unique habitats for a variety of colorful wildlife.
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Izindiza ze-Airlie
300 Airlie RdAirlie Gardens, a premiere garden of the coastal South features 67 acres of walking paths, formal gardens, seasonal blooms, mighty live oaks, historic structures, and contemporary sculpture.
A member of the North Carolina Birding Trail, and it's diverse ecosystems provide unique habitats for a variety of colorful wildlife.
Experience the best of Wrightsville Beach on SUPs, Kayaks, Outriggers or Bikes - just ask a local! You'll love life on the water as much as we do at the end of the day! Come take advantage of the best location - welcome to the family!
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Wrightsville SUP
96 W Salisbury StExperience the best of Wrightsville Beach on SUPs, Kayaks, Outriggers or Bikes - just ask a local! You'll love life on the water as much as we do at the end of the day! Come take advantage of the best location - welcome to the family!
The Arboretum encompasses seven acres of gardens and plantings dedicated to demonstrating the best plant species for southeastern North Carolina landscapes, proper horticultural techniques, aesthetic design, environmental stewardship, and research. Its many features include a Japanese Garden with tea house and winding stream, a magical Children’s Garden with a miniature cottage, a sweeping perennial border surrounding one of the largest water gardens in NC, a Rose Garden that fills the Arboretum with color and scent for months each year, and an Herb Garden that attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
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I-Arboretum: New Hanover County Co-Op Ext
6206 Oleander DrThe Arboretum encompasses seven acres of gardens and plantings dedicated to demonstrating the best plant species for southeastern North Carolina landscapes, proper horticultural techniques, aesthetic design, environmental stewardship, and research. Its many features include a Japanese Garden with tea house and winding stream, a magical Children’s Garden with a miniature cottage, a sweeping perennial border surrounding one of the largest water gardens in NC, a Rose Garden that fills the Arboretum with color and scent for months each year, and an Herb Garden that attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
Shopping
Since opening in 1999, Blue Moon has become a Wilmington, NC shopping destination. Locals and tourists, alike, love to wander through our aisles of local treasures. Over 100 artisans, retailers and entrepreneurs fill over 8,500 square feet of Blue Moon Gift Shops. Together we create an unparalleled selection of home accessories, furniture, art, pottery, hand blown glass, apparel, hand crafted jewelry, baby gifts, coastal decor, lamps, photography, gourmet fudge and local NC products. Custom ordering, complimentary gift wrapping, and exemplary customer service are just a few of the reasons why Blue Moon has been voted the best gift shop in Wilmington for the past 11 years!
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Blue Moon Gift Shops
203 Racine DrSince opening in 1999, Blue Moon has become a Wilmington, NC shopping destination. Locals and tourists, alike, love to wander through our aisles of local treasures. Over 100 artisans, retailers and entrepreneurs fill over 8,500 square feet of Blue Moon Gift Shops. Together we create an unparalleled selection of home accessories, furniture, art, pottery, hand blown glass, apparel, hand crafted jewelry, baby gifts, coastal decor, lamps, photography, gourmet fudge and local NC products. Custom ordering, complimentary gift wrapping, and exemplary customer service are just a few of the reasons why Blue Moon has been voted the best gift shop in Wilmington for the past 11 years!
In close proximity to Wrightsville, you'll find everything you need at Mayfair. Grocery stores, specialty shoppes, name brand stores and restaurants will welcome you.
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Mayfaire Town Center
In close proximity to Wrightsville, you'll find everything you need at Mayfair. Grocery stores, specialty shoppes, name brand stores and restaurants will welcome you.
Pamper Yourself
Our beautifully designed yoga center is open to people of all shapes, sizes, ages, and abilities. We offer several different types of yoga including Basic Flow, Power Flow, Gentle + Meditation, Yin and Hot yoga to cater to all different lifestyles. Wilmington Yoga Center is the largest center in the Southeastern U.S. and we are only getting bigger. We enjoy doing what we do and want to pass on our love of yoga to you!
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Wilmington Yoga
5329 Oleander DrOur beautifully designed yoga center is open to people of all shapes, sizes, ages, and abilities. We offer several different types of yoga including Basic Flow, Power Flow, Gentle + Meditation, Yin and Hot yoga to cater to all different lifestyles. Wilmington Yoga Center is the largest center in the Southeastern U.S. and we are only getting bigger. We enjoy doing what we do and want to pass on our love of yoga to you!
Head to Toe Day Spa & Salon is an independently owned salon and spa that has serviced Wilmington and the surrounding areas for over 25 years! Voted by Encore Magazine as Wilmington's Best Day Spa, Head to Toe offers an aesthetic atmosphere to promote therapeutic relaxation and wellness. We are located 5 minutes from the gorgeous Wrightsville Beach in Lumina Commons.
Head to Toe Day Spa
5815 Oleander DriveHead to Toe Day Spa & Salon is an independently owned salon and spa that has serviced Wilmington and the surrounding areas for over 25 years! Voted by Encore Magazine as Wilmington's Best Day Spa, Head to Toe offers an aesthetic atmosphere to promote therapeutic relaxation and wellness. We are located 5 minutes from the gorgeous Wrightsville Beach in Lumina Commons.
We are a locally owned wine shop and wine bar with over 600 wines to choose from along with wines by the glass, Beer on tap and craft beers. Can't find a wine or don't see it already in stock here? Give us a call, we will be glad to track it down for you!
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The Wine Sampler
890-3 S Kerr AveWe are a locally owned wine shop and wine bar with over 600 wines to choose from along with wines by the glass, Beer on tap and craft beers. Can't find a wine or don't see it already in stock here? Give us a call, we will be glad to track it down for you!
Sightseeing
Moored in quiet dignity and majesty the Battleship NORTH CAROLINA, across the river from downtown Wilmington, beckons visitors to walk her decks. Envision the daily life and fierce combat her crew faced in the Pacific Theatre during World War II.
From all across our Nation they came, young men who had grown up in the crucible of the Great Depression and now determined to serve their Country in its time of need. These are the men whose stories you will encounter through their oral histories, photographs, and mementos as you experience the Ship and the exhibits.
Step back in time and let history come alive through the crews’ stories. Imagine yourself steering the ship, starting her engines or even firing the guns. JOIN THE CREW and be a part of Battleship history at the Battleship NORTH CAROLINA!
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Battleship North Carolina
1 Battleship Rd NEMoored in quiet dignity and majesty the Battleship NORTH CAROLINA, across the river from downtown Wilmington, beckons visitors to walk her decks. Envision the daily life and fierce combat her crew faced in the Pacific Theatre during World War II.
From all across our Nation they came, young men who had grown up in the crucible of the Great Depression and now determined to serve their Country in its time of need. These are the men whose stories you will encounter through their oral histories, photographs, and mementos as you experience the Ship and the exhibits.
Step back in time and let history come alive through the crews’ stories. Imagine yourself steering the ship, starting her engines or even firing the guns. JOIN THE CREW and be a part of Battleship history at the Battleship NORTH CAROLINA!