The Basics

About

The Basics in Wilmington offers Southern cuisine with scratch-made dishes and a full bar.

The restaurant prepares all food to order, featuring local ingredients like shrimp and grits and smoked pork BBQ.

A full bar serves craft cocktails, wine, and beer alongside a menu that includes vegetarian and gluten-free options.

Known for

  • Scratch-made food
  • Local seafood
  • Full bar
  • Weekend brunch

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Hours

Monday8 AM – 10:30 AM11 AM – 3 PM5 PM – 9 PM
Tuesday8 AM – 10:30 AM11 AM – 3 PM5 PM – 9 PM
Wednesday8 AM – 10:30 AM11 AM – 3 PM5 PM – 9 PM
Thursday8 AM – 10:30 AM11 AM – 3 PM5 PM – 9 PM
Friday8 AM – 10:30 AM11 AM – 3 PM5 PM – 9 PM
Saturday10 AM – 3 PM5 PM – 9 PM
Sunday10 AM – 3 PM

Location

319 N Front St · Wilmington, Wilmington, NC

Details

Features

  • Vegetarian friendly
  • Good for kids
  • Takeout
  • Reservations recommended

Good for

Breakfast · Brunch · Lunch · Dinner

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