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Caprice Bistro, Wilmington, NC

Caprice Bistro

4.8
4.8
3318 Reviews
$30 and under
French
A photo of Caprice Bistro restaurant

Caprice Bistro

4.8
$30 and under
French
Wilmington

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
Open Wed-Mon, closed Tues. Reservations recommended; table times limited to 2 hours max. Please call the restaurant directly for reservations of parties over 4 guests. Online orders can be placed from our website; limited daily availability. There is a parking deck one block away on Market Street, between Front Street and Second Street. There is also paid street parking (free after 6:30pm and all day Sundays).
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Thierry & Patricia Moity previously owned Patou Bistro in Charlotte, NC & Cafe de Bruxelles in NYC. Chef Thierry has been cooking since age 13 in some of the finest restaurants in Europe & USA. His cuisine is influenced by many traditions; Patricia comes from the northern part of France near the Belgium border, while Thierry's origins are deeply rooted in the central provinces of the country. According to Chef Thierry, “I want everyone to feel welcome in my restaurant. We are working against the stereotype that French food must be intimidating and expensive.”

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French, Belgian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Wed–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (910) 815-0810
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Thierry Moity
  • Private party facilities
    No private events or large parties (8+).
  • Neighborhood
    Wilmington
  • Cross street
    Located on Market Street between Front Street and Water Street.
  • Parking details
    Street parking and public garage deck
  • Public transit
    There is a parking deck one block away on Market Street, between Front Street and Second Street. There is also paid street parking (free after 6:30pm and all day Sundays).
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wine

What 3,318 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Best Value

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Great for fine wines

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Romantic

  • Wilmington

    Best Overall

  • Wilmington

    Best Service

  • Wilmington

    Best Value

  • Wilmington

    Neighborhood gem

  • Wilmington

    Great for fine wines

  • Wilmington

    Romantic

  • Wilmington

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Caprice Bistro is a beloved dining spot in Wilmington, consistently praised for its "exceptional French-Belgian cuisine" and "outstanding service." Guests rave about the Waterzooi and escargot, with many naming it their "favorite restaurant in town." The cozy atmosphere and attentive staff make it perfect for special occasions and romantic dinners.

3,318 Reviews
  1. Betsy

    Wilmington

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As per always, our experience, and of course our dinner, was perfect!

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  2. Evan

    Atlanta Metro

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice experience, great food and attentive service.

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  3. Susan

    Philadelphia

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is one of my favorite restaurants in Wilmington. The atmosphere is eclectic and charming-especially on the 2nd floor. Last night I had the best manhattan ever and the best onion soup. All the food is delicious and very fairly priced for a downtown, upscale restaurant. I’ll be back soon!

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  4. sandi

    Wilmington

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience and excellent food. Hope to go back.

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  5. Gary

    Western NC

    61 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    61 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We recently enjoyed one of our top 10 meals of the year here at the Caprice Bistro. From the Calamari to the Crème Brûlée the preparation and taste were flawless. I would recommend Beef Bourguignon and Waterzooi without hesitation. Both delivered exceptional flavor and surprisingly ample portions.

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  6. Kathleen

    Washington DC

    69 reviews

    3.0

    69 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I thought the menu lacked inspiration. My dinner, chicken breast, was mediocre. I probably won’t be back. Very disappointed.

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  7. Scott

    Wilmington

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic meal and service! Always consistent and really great food.

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  8. Kevin

    Las Vegas

    77 reviews

    5.0

    77 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great little bistro in the heart of down town Wilmington you can not go wrong dining here

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  9. Judy

    Charleston

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The restaurant was unassuming. The waiters were friendly and very competent. The food was exceptional. Absolutely a return is planned.

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  10. Richard

    Wilmington

    112 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    112 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Our waiter was great. He was very helpful. Our appetizers were a just ok. One filet mignon was excellent and the other one wasn't as tender. It may have been an end piece. So our visit overall was not what we expected.

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FAQs

Caprice Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (910) 815-0810.

Caprice Bistro is rated 4.8 stars by 3318 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

A photo of Caprice Bistro restaurant

Caprice Bistro

4.8
$30 and under
French
Wilmington

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Caprice Bistro

10 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28401

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Located on Market Street between Front Street and Water Street.
  • Neighborhood
    Wilmington
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Wed–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French, Belgian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street parking and public garage deck
  • Public transit
    There is a parking deck one block away on Market Street, between Front Street and Second Street. There is also paid street parking (free after 6:30pm and all day Sundays).
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Thierry Moity
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wine
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