Welcome to Caprice bistro
Caprice Bistro, located at 10 Market St in Wilmington, NC, is a charming French-style bistro celebrated for its exquisite cuisine and inviting atmosphere. Diners rave about standout dishes like the potato-encrusted mahi mahi and delectable Waterzooi, as well as delightful desserts such as the beautifully crafted floating island. The extensive cocktail menu shines at the lovely upstairs bar, making it an ideal spot for intimate gatherings or romantic evenings. Patrons consistently praise the attentive service and the perfect wine pairings that elevate the dining experience. Caprice Bistro effortlessly combines elegance and comfort, ensuring a memorable culinary journey.
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10 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28401, United States Hotline: +1 910-815-0810
Welcome to Caprice Bistro, an enchanting culinary destination tucked away in the heart of downtown Wilmington, North Carolina. Located at 10 Market St, this charming bistro captures the essence of French dining, offering not just a meal, but a complete sensory experience that promises to delight.
As you step inside, you are greeted by a warm, inviting atmosphere perfect for any occasion—be it a romantic date night or a celebratory dinner. The ambiance is enhanced by a lovely upstairs lounge bar that showcases a striking mural, making it a visual treat in addition to a gastronomic one. The carefully curated space reflects a sophisticated yet cozy feel, setting the stage for memorable dining experiences.
While the bar boasts an impressive selection of cocktails that have garnered rave reviews, the food at Caprice Bistro truly shines. Patrons are consistently impressed by dishes that emphasize quality ingredients and innovative preparations. Notable mentions include the Waterzooi, a house specialty that merges succulent seafood with a delicious stew, and the potato-encrusted mahi mahi served with a delicate beurre blanc sauce. Guests like Stephanie Evans and Caryn McCarthy rave about the exceptional cook on fish dishes, while the classic escargot and rich Beef Bourguignon leave diners like Matt Pologe thoroughly impressed.
The dessert selection is equally alluring, with reviews highlighting the beautiful and delectable floating island and the must-try profiteroles, celebrated by many including loyal patrons like Jamie Longshore. Each dish at Caprice Bistro is not just nourishment; it’s a work of art that showcases the chef's dedication to crafting exquisite flavors.
The attentive and knowledgeable staff elevate your dining experience further, as they offer exceptional wine pairings that enhance the flavors of each dish. Whether you are there for a casual happy hour or a special occasion, the service is always friendly and accommodating, creating an inviting vibe that welcomes all.
In a nutshell, Caprice Bistro stands out not just for its delightful food and drinks but also for its commitment to providing an exceptional dining experience. This bistro isn't merely a restaurant; it's a culinary destination. Don’t hesitate to indulge in this gem located by the Cape Fear River. It’s a place you will want to return to time and again.
Love this restaurant! They have a great bar upstairs and they make the most delicious cocktails! The food is equally great, although we didn't eat on our last vist, just went in for drinks. If you happen to visit Wilmington NC this restaurant is top notch in the downtown/Cape Fear river area. Don't hesitate to try this great restaurant.
This was a highlight of a recent trip to Wilmington! Super cute space with delicious appetizers, mains, drinks and desserts. The floating island dessert was as beautiful as it was tasty! We will definitely be back if we’re in the area again!
4.5 Ate here to celebrate our anniversary. Set upstairs and it’s a lovely atmosphere. Had the featured fish, mahi mahi which was potato encrusted with a buerre blanc sauce on bed of rice and veggies. Started with arugula salad (featured). Salad was huge! Fish was fab! Also had the rabbit sausage app. All wa yummy and would definitely go again and recommend!!
Caprice Bistro is a great place to eat, especially if you like French food. The staff are friendly and attentive, and the food is excellent. They also have a happy hour with small plates. We enjoyed the Calamari, mussels, and crepes. If you like a seafood dish I highly recommend the "Waterzooi". The atmosphere is quiet and relaxing. Upstairs is a lounge bar with a great mural! We will be back!
For my money, this is hands down the best restaurant in town. From the food to the service to the dessert selection, it's awesome every time I've been there. Also, it has to be the best date spot in town. A romantic French-style bistro?!?! I mean, come on, where else in town can you go that offers a romantic setting like that. You will not regret spending your next date night there. Take a first date there, and you will definitely impress. Plus, it's not overly fancy where it seems like you're trying to hard.
There is a certain attention to detail that sets Caprice apart from your typical dining experience. The staff is always knowledgeable about the menu and specials and offer excellent wine pairings that elevate the meal beautifully. Glad to see that Caprice has been passed off to very capable hands! Caprice will remain a regular staple in my household. I definitely recommend staying and enjoying dessert, the profiteroles are my favorite!!
Came here for my fiancee’s birthday, and this was spectacular. The ambience was everything you’d expect out of a French restaurant, and the service was phenomenal. This was her first time trying escargot, and now she is raving about it. I have had it many times, but this was easily one of the best preparations of the dish that I’ve tasted, and it was a much larger portion than most restaurants prepare for the price. I got the Beef Bourguignon, she got the Trout, and we were both blown away. I have eaten at restaurant Daniel in NYC, so more recent French dining experiences forced me to lower my expectations, but Caprice has now compelled me to raise them again.
Caprice was my intro to food in downtown Wilmington and did not disappoint. We had the fish special of the day which was really good and the Waterzooi which I can absolutely see why its the house speciality. The cook on all the fish is great, the stew is so yummy. I like a chowder so I expected to enjoy it but it exceeded my expectations. I also love a good creme brulee and this was that. It was so smooth and the flavor was perfect. Would definitely stop by again! Only thing I'd change, is I'd get a 6pm reservation and stop by the bar for bar bites first. Also definitely recommend coming on Thursday for the cocktail specials.