Pilot House Restaurant

Seafood restaurant, Southern restaurant (US)

Contact Info

  • Location: 2 Ann St, Wilmington, NC 28401
  • Phone: (910) 343-0200
  • Price range: $$
Pilot House Restaurant

Opening hours

  • Monday: 11:30 am-9 pm
  • Tuesday: 11:30 am-9 pm
  • Wednesday: 11:30 am-9 pm
  • Thursday: 11:30 am-9 pm
  • Friday: 11:30 am-10 pm
  • Saturday: 11:30 am-10 pm
  • Sunday: 11:30 am-9 pm

Services

  • Outdoor seating
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery
  • Fast service
  • Fireplace
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection
  • Live music
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Happy-hour food
  • Healthy options
  • Small plates
  • Spirits
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Bar on site
  • Gender-neutral toilets
  • Toilets
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Historic
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upmarket
  • Family friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safe space
  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • Credit cards
  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu
  • Free of charge street parking
  • Free parking lot
  • Paid street parking
Pilot House Restaurant Food & drink

Food & drink

Pilot House Restaurant Vibe

Vibe

Pilot House Restaurant Oyster

Oyster

Pilot House Restaurant Clambake

Clambake

Pilot House Restaurant Scampi

Scampi

Pilot House Restaurant Chicken sandwich

Chicken sandwich

Pilot House Restaurant Clam chowder

Clam chowder

Pilot House Restaurant Fried shrimp

Fried shrimp

Pilot House Restaurant By owner

By owner

Menus and Prices

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I went there for the first time at lunch today.
I sat out on the covered deck and it was so beautiful .
Ordered the Caesar Salad with Fried chicken and it was delicious, i also ordered their key lime pie and it’s the best I have ever had.
The server was great and very friendly.
Loved it so much I am going back tomorrow.


I recently had the pleasure of dining at Pilot House Restaurant, and I can confidently say that it was an unforgettable experience from start to finish.
Nestled along the picturesque waterfront, the location alone is worth the visit.
The stunning views of the river, especially at sunset, create a serene and romantic atmosphere that perfectly complements the dining experience. Upon arrival, we were warmly greeted by the staff, who were not only professional but also genuinely welcoming.
The attention to detail in the service was impeccable throughout the evening.
Our server was knowledgeable about the menu, offering excellent recommendations and answering our questions with enthusiasm.
It’s clear that the team at Pilot House takes great pride in ensuring their guests have a top-notch experience. Now, onto the food—simply outstanding! The menu offers a delightful array of dishes that showcase the best of local and seasonal ingredients.
We started with the seafood sampler, and it was a perfect introduction to what would be a memorable meal.
The oysters were fresh and briny, the shrimp cooked to perfection, and the crab dip was nothing short of addictive. For the main course, I opted for the pan-seared scallops, and they were hands-down the best I’ve ever had.
The scallops were tender, with a beautiful golden crust, and paired with a savory risotto that was creamy and rich.
My dining partner chose the filet mignon, and it was cooked to absolute perfection—tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor. Dessert was the cherry on top of an already fantastic meal.
We indulged in the key lime pie, which was the perfect balance of tart and sweet, with a buttery graham cracker crust that added just the right amount of texture.
It was the ideal way to end a perfect evening.


Perfect waterfront spot with delicious food and drinks - couldn't ask for more! My friends and I came here on Saturday around 7pm for a sunset dinner.
We actually had planned on Elijah's, but the wait was about an hour and there wasn't anywhere for us to grab a drink and enjoy it on the deck, so we walked over to Pilot.
The hostess said it would be a half hour or so and that we could over from the bar and then sit outside in their cocktail seating area so it worked out perfectly.
I ordered a vodka based orange drink while my friends got some sangria.
Our drinks were delicious - pure summer in a glass.
We sat along the outside of the restaurant and were treated with a live musician which was a perfect addition to the evening.
Once we got seated, we ordered a round of appetizers - fried tomatoes, calamari, and the crab dip, and all three of them were scrumptious.
Not a scrap left on any of the dishes! For my entree, I ordered the catfish tacos.
My friends had the shrimp scampi and some other seafood dishes.
Food came out pretty fast and we all cleared our plates.
I had another drink, forget what it was called but it came with a prosecco split and it was also really good.
We all thoroughly enjoyed our evening here, the beautiful views, the live music, and the food/drink itself all delivered! Would definitely return!


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