Welcome to the Cardinal! We are a locally loved gathering spot in Wilmington where coastal flavor, seasonal ingredients, and warm hospitality come together. Our chefs craft every dish with care, sourcing fresh seafood and regional produce to bring you bold, rotating features alongside our signature menu staples. Join us for dinner, sip on a cocktail at the bar, or bring the experience home though a takeout order.
Ask Your Server about The Cardinal’s Weekly Fresh Fish & Seafood Market Specials.
Visit us Monday between 4 & 6pm and enjoy a nice glass of wine and an appetizer or two. $5 Select Wines & Appetizer Special. Buy 2 appetizers & Get 1 FREE!
Every Tuesday night is half price pizza night. Come out and enjoy our hand tossed pizzas. Dine in only and one per customer please.
Every Wednesday night is $5.99 Burger Night. Come out and enjoy our awesome Cardinal Burger for only $5.99.
Visit us Thursday between 4 & 6pm and enjoy a nice glass of wine and an Appetizer or two. $5 Select Wines & Appetizer Special. Buy 2 appetizers & Get 1 FREE!
Come dine with us Thursday evenings and enjoy the music of guitarist Robert Beauchene. Every Friday 7 to 9pm.
Come dine with us Saturday evenings and enjoy the music of singer songwriter Landon McClellan and his distinctive fusion of musical styles. Every Saturday 7-pm.
Specials are Dine In Only.
Complement your meal with our custom curated cocktails, and selections from our eclectic and rotating wine list.
Proudly presents
February 4, 2024
The Menu
Truffled Brioche Toast w/ Burratta, Baby Bella Mushrooms, Arugula,
Fresh Herbs, Asiago and Lemon Zest. Accompanied by Tomato Confit.
(Paired w/ Ryme Cellars “HERS” Vermentino)
Crab Stuffed Shrimp, served w/ House Made Cavatelli, Lemon-Butter,
Sage & Sea Salt
(Paired w/ Venica Malvasia)
Braised Short Rib served over Root Vegetable Puree w/ Glazed Baby
Carrots & Wine Reduction
(Paired w/ Mira do O Tinto “Vidente”)
Chocolate, Sea Salt & Caramel Crème Brûlée w/ Seasonal Fruit
(Paired w/ Robert Foley Merlot)
Cost is $70 per person (Plus Tax & 18% Gratuity)
Doors Open at 5:00pm for
Cash Bar / First Plates Served at 6:00pm
Please excuse the inconvenience. We are currently transitioning to a different online reservation solution. To reserve a table please call the restaurant .
(910) 399-3969
If no one answers please leave a message. A manager will text or call to confirm your reservation. We thank you for your understanding as we transition our technology.