Caprice Bistro

4.7

3381 Reviews

$30 and under

French

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2 people

Mar 20, 2025

March 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
Romantic

Open Wed-Mon, closed Tues. Reservations preferred; table times limited to 90 minutes max. 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 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

Location
10 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Phone number
(910) 815-0810
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
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street parking and public garage deck
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chris Nash
Private party facilities
Contact us for questions and details

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 3,381 people are saying

Caprice Bistro reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Coastal North Carolina
Romantic
Wilmington
Best Value
Wilmington
Great for fine wines
Wilmington
Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Caprice Bistro in Wilmington, NC, is a delightful spot for French cuisine enthusiasts. Known for its "amazing food" and "attentive service," this charming bistro offers an authentic dining experience reminiscent of a quaint French eatery. Popular dishes include the Waterzooi, escargot, and steak frites. The atmosphere is "cozy and romantic," making it ideal for special occasions. Despite some mixed feedback on decor and noise levels, Caprice remains a favorite for many, praised for its "authentic French-Belgian cuisine" and exemplary staff service.

3,381 Reviews

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Pamela
Raleigh9 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for Mussels Monday but we were blown away by the leek gratin before the amazing mussels arrived. Wonderful food, service and ambience!
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KathyC VIP
Washington DC26 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We haved dined many times at Caprice Bistro, and always enjoy our meal and the excellent service from the staff. It’s our favorite spot for a pre-theatre dinner.
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Anson VIP
Richmond45 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a favorite! Good is delicious and the service is great—attentive but not invasive. Love the intimate atmosphere upstairs. Look forward to returning.
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Harry
Wilmington18 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another fabulous dinner at Caprice. Best food in the entire Wilmington area. For high end dining it is not only the best food but very reasonably priced. Celebrated a birthday.
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Gregg
Charleston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service were excellent. Location is perfect too.
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MichaelM
Dallas3 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great experience. Service wa excellent and food was good as well.
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Stephen
Washington DC1 review
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the best dining experiences I've had in a very long time. Thanks so much!
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Nick
Detroit4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Changed ownership a little while ago, but the food is still excellent and the service is as well.
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Jeffrey VIP
Pinehurst12 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
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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EdHob
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went to Caprice last night for early supper. Wanted to experience one of our favorite restaurants which recently changed ownership to see if we still loved it. The verdict is absolutely still great. We will continue to keep Caprice on our list of favorites. Mussels, mushroom soup, arugula salad and tomato tarts were all excellent. Server was excellent. Always there when needed.
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Caprice Bistro is rated 4.7 stars by 3381 OpenTable diners.

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Booked 15 times today

10 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28401

Additional information

Phone number
(910) 815-0810
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
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street parking and public garage deck
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chris Nash
Private party facilities
Contact us for questions and details

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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

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