Caprice Bistro

4.7

3372 Reviews

$30 and under

French

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2 people

Mar 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 30 times today

Charming
Good for special occasions
Romantic

Open Wed-Mon, closed Tues. Reservations preferred; table times limited to 90 minutes max. 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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Founded almost 25 years ago by power-couple Thierry & Patricia Moity (former owners of Patou in Charlotte, NC & Cafe de Bruxelles in NYC) with 50+ years of culinary expertise across Europe and America, Caprice Bistro continues to welcome Wilmington foodies with their exceptional cuisine. 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.” New owners Dustin Cook & Edie Senter - in addition to the long-time staff members like Chef Chris Nash & Cocktail Craftmaster Kat - intend to keep honoring that legacy at this downtown staple!

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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
Website
http://www.capricebistro.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Thierry Moity
Private party facilities
No private events or large parties (8+).

Location
10 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
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

Paté Maison$9.50
French country style paté, cornichons, mustard…
Escargots Petits Gris$9.50
Tender escargot sautéed w/ garlic in roquefort cream sauce
Saucisse "Lapin"$8.00
Seared Rabbit sausage, caramelized onions, jus
Calamari Mandelieu$12.00
Fried and tossed in parmesan & herbs, w/ tomato sauce
Parfait Bressan$9.00
Chicken liver mousse, warm baguette…
Crepe Caprice$14.00
Spinach, gruyere, parmesan, brie, mushroom cream sauce

Petits Plats

Planche de Charcuterie$19.00
Selection of pates, saucissons, cured meats, rillettes………
Planche de Fromages$18.00
Assortment of imported and domestic cheeses, please ask …
Pasta Fettucine$16.00
Vegetable medley, tomato, garlic, olive oil, capers..

Soups & Salads

Soup du Moment$7.00
Based on seasonal availability, please ask your server
Salad "Roquette"$9.00
Arugula, seasonal fruit, nuts, blue cheese, citrus vinaigrette
Salad "Meli Melo"$9.00
Artisan Lettuce "CraftgrownsFarms", Verjus vinaigrette, parmesan shaving
Salad "Cou Rouge"$12.00
Grilled romaine, Caesar dressing, pan fried shrimps
Salad de "Chicons"$10.00
Belgian endive, goat cheese, nuts, Red Beet vinaigrette

Moules

$19 with frites. Mussels subject to market availability

Mussels Mariniere
White wine, shallots, garlic, parsley, lemon juice
Mussels Provencal
White wine, tomatoes, garlic, basil, Provence herbs
Mussels Curry
White wine, garlic, parsley, curry, cream

Entrees

Pork Cheecks (Heritage Farms)$21.00
braised Flamande style, bacon, beer, onions, raisins..
Carolina Mountain Trout$21.00
Local Trout w lemon, caper vinaigrette, toasted almonds
Salmon au "Vert"*$22.00
Scottish salmon, crusted w/ pistachios, herb emulsion
Chicken "Ballotine" (Joyce Farms)$19.00
Pan roasted, filled w/goat cheese, spinach, & natural jus..
Waterzooi (House Specialty)$24.00
Assortment of fish and seafood in a herb/cream broth
Beef "Bourguignon"$23.00
Braised in red wine sauce, lardons, onions, & mushrooms
Duck "Confit" (Maple Leaf Farms)$25.00
Artisan salad, potatoes & orange gastrique sauce
Le Steak "Du Jour"*
Butcher cut "of the day" seared au poivre, or mushroom sauce w/ pommes frites..
- Market Price
Lamb Shank "Tagine"$26.00
Braised in Mediterraneen spices, apricots, almonds

Plats du Jour

Plats du Jour
Please refer to our Specialties du Jour Blackboard

Desserts

Macarons "Frenchie"$8.00
Homemade, almond sweet meringue
Chocolate Mousse$9.50
Whip cream, crème anglaise
Oeufs a la Neige$9.00
Floating island, creme anglaise
Crème Brulee$9.50
Custard topped w/ caramelized sugar
Profiteroles$9.50
Cream puffs, Vanilla ice cream & Chocolate sauce

What 3,372 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Coastal North Carolina
Best Value
Coastal North Carolina
Romantic
Wilmington
Best Overall
Wilmington
Best Food
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Best Ambiance
Wilmington
Best Value
Wilmington
Great for fine wines
Wilmington
Romantic
Wilmington
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Caprice Bistro in Wilmington offers a charming and eclectic dining experience with consistently "excellent food" and "outstanding service." Signature dishes like Waterzooi and Beef Bourguignon are "highly recommended." The ambiance is "quaint," and while noise can be an issue, the "great cocktails" and attentive staff make it a "favorite restaurant" for many.

3,372 Reviews

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Jeffrey
VIP
Pinehurst
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Great food and service like we always expect at this restaurant.
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NancyB
Charleston
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a wonderful meal and service! One of my top 5 favorite French restaurants in the world!
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Garrett
Richmond
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
This is one of our favorite restaurants when we visit Wilmington NC. It has always been great. Good French menu. However last night was terrible, the food was prepared well but not at the level we are use to and the service was very sub par. We waited for 10 minutes for the waiter to show up to greet us. He took our water order and ran off before we could give him an cocktail order. Drink orders each time took 10 minutes. Our waiter would disappear for long periods of time leaving us to look for help from other staff. The nice couple next to us came in and ordered 15 minutes behind us and finished their appraiser before we saw our first course. We ordered the house daily special salad for our second course and were told after we had finally gotten and completed our first course that they were now out. It was 7:00 pm on a Thursday with a more than half empty room. They must of only made 3. I told the waiter that I was allergic to almonds and they removed them from my fish but when I ordered desert it came covered in slivered almonds. I had to send it back. I am hoping that it was just an off season really bad night and the restaurant we love so much will be back the next time we visit.
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Sandy
Unspecified
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I’m new to French cuisine and I have to say that I am now a Fan! Delicious from appetizers to desserts!
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Joseph
Poconos
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We visited with friends who were in town visiting from Maine and everything was very good. Our cocktails were were tastefully prepared, the service was attentive and the appetizer and main course was excellent.
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Pamela
Raleigh
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A wonderful bistro with delicious food and drinks. The vibe is absolutely French bistro and the service impeccable. The frites are a standout but really everything we ordered was amazing.
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LeRoy
Wilmington
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our meal was excellent ! Wonderfully fresh and delicious . Our waitress was also tremendous and attentive , making this a memorable evening for my wife and me! Kudos and thank you !
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John
Wilmington
15 reviews
4.0
15 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Caprice Bistro is always fantastic. Just me and my wife this time. Arrived around 5 pm on a Sunday and the bar area was packed. Our bartender/waitress was outstanding.
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Grace
VIP
New York City
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We love Caprice Bistro but it must have been an off night for the team. The service was very slow and while the appetizers were exceptional and our main course plates were hot to the touch, our main entrees were Luke warm at best with the pork chop more stewed the grilled and tough.
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Carol
Alabama
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely staff, excellent food with reasonable (not excessive) portions Ang great cocktails. One of my favorite restaurants in Wilmington!
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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 4.7 stars by 3372 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Mar 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 30 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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

Website
http://www.capricebistro.com/
Phone number
(910) 815-0810
Private party facilities
No private events or large parties (8+).

Caprice Bistro

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Hors D'oeuvres

Paté Maison$9.50

Escargots Petits Gris$9.50

Saucisse "Lapin"$8.00

Calamari Mandelieu$12.00

Parfait Bressan$9.00

Crepe Caprice$14.00

Petits Plats

Planche de Charcuterie$19.00

Planche de Fromages$18.00

Pasta Fettucine$16.00

Soups & Salads

Soup du Moment$7.00

Salad "Roquette"$9.00

Salad "Meli Melo"$9.00

Salad "Cou Rouge"$12.00

Salad de "Chicons"$10.00

Moules

Mussels Mariniere

Mussels Provencal

Mussels Curry

Entrees

Pork Cheecks (Heritage Farms)$21.00

Carolina Mountain Trout$21.00

Salmon au "Vert"*$22.00

Chicken "Ballotine" (Joyce Farms)$19.00

Waterzooi (House Specialty)$24.00

Beef "Bourguignon"$23.00

Duck "Confit" (Maple Leaf Farms)$25.00

Le Steak "Du Jour"*

Lamb Shank "Tagine"$26.00

Plats du Jour

Plats du Jour

Desserts

Macarons "Frenchie"$8.00

Chocolate Mousse$9.50

Oeufs a la Neige$9.00

Crème Brulee$9.50

Profiteroles$9.50

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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