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Olive Garden Italian Restaurant Wilmington - Wilmington, NC Italian Restaurants
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant Wilmington - Wilmington, NC Italian Restaurants
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant Wilmington - Wilmington, NC Italian Restaurants
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OLIVE GARDEN ITALIAN RESTAURANT WILMINGTON

(5.0 Score)
5307 Market Street,
Wilmington, NC 28405 Directions

Since 1982

Specialty:

✓ Lasagna Classico ✓ Chicken Parmigiana ✓ Fettuccine Alfredo ✓ Shrimp Scampi ✓ Spaghetti ✓ Eggplant Parmigiana ✓ Spaghetti and Meatballs ✓ Cheese Ravioli ✓ Five Cheese Ziti al Forno ✓ Soup Salad and Breadsticks.

"Olive Garden Italian Restaurant Wilmington is a chain and family-friendly Italian restaurant. The restaurant offers a wide selection of menus from freshly baked breadsticks, pasta, starters, soups, and salads. At Olive Garden Italian Restaurant Wilmington, you can customize your pasta. Savor their Chicken Alfredo, Shrimp Alfredo, Chicken Tortelloni Alfredo, and Seafood Alfredo. The restaurant offers catering services for special events with family and friends. Complete your meals with their delicious desserts: Chocolate Lasagna, Black Tie Mousse Cake, Tiramisu, Strawberry Cream Cake, Warm Italian Doughnuts, and Sicilian Cheesecake. They provide free Wi-Fi options and gift cards.

2026 Update: Olive Garden Italian Restaurant Wilmington offers car-side pickup to make the customers'experience more convenient. The Restaurant also offers Online Ordering and Catering Delivery Availability."

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Price:

Appetizers
Fried Mozzarella $8.49
Stuffed Ziti Fritta $8.99
Dipping Sauces Includes Breadsticks $4.49
Calamari $11.99
Meatballs Parmigiana $11.29
Spinach-Artichoke Dip $10.99
Lasagna Fritta $11.29
Shrimp Fritto Misto $13.29
Toasted Ravioli $9.79
Breadsticks $4.49
EntréEs
Chicken Alfredo $20.49
Chicken And Shrimp Carbonara $22.49
Shrimp Carbonara $23.49
Chicken Parmigiana $20.29
Tour Of Italy $22.49
Shrimp Alfredo $21.29
Ravioli Carbonara $18.29
Lasagna Classico $18.49
Family-Style Lasagna Bundle $58.99
Spaghetti & Meatballs $16.78
Spaghetti With Meat Sauce $12.99
Spaghetti With Marinara $12.99
Fettuccine Alfredo $16.49
Chicken Tortelloni Alfredo $22.49
Stuffed Chicken Marsala $20.79
Steak Gorgonzola Alfredo $21.79
Shrimp Scampi $20.79
Seafood Alfredo $22.29
Five Cheese Ziti Al Forno $17.99
Cheese Ravioli $17.29

Contact:

(910) 791-1587 (910) 444-1476

Sun-Thu: 11am - 10pm
Fri & Sat: 11am - 11pm

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Tarantelli's - Wilmington, NC Italian Restaurants
Tarantelli's - Wilmington, NC Italian Restaurants
Tarantelli's - Wilmington, NC Italian Restaurants
7+ YEARS IN TBR
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TARANTELLI'S

(4.9 Score)
102 South Second Street,
Wilmington, NC 28401 Directions

Since 2016

Specialty:

✓ Spaghetti E Polpette ✓ Spaghetti Al Formaggio Parmigiana ✓ Spaghetti Al Limone E Basilico ✓ Pappardelle Al Funghi Porcini E Panna ✓ Fettuccine Con Salsiccia E Salvia Fritte ✓ Broccoli Di Rabe Aglio E Olio ✓ Melanzana Alla Parmigiana ✓ Lasagne Rollatini ✓ Pasta E Verdure ✓ Gnocchi Con Fungi E Salsiccia ✓ Penne Ala Vodka Con Salsiccia ✓ Frutti Di Mare ✓ Gamberi Alla Scampi ✓ Gamberi Fradiavlo ✓ Margherita Di Bufala ✓ Tarantelli’s Favorita ✓ Quattro Formaggi ✓ Salsiccia Italiana Di Zucca ✓ Cheese Pizza

"Tarantelli's is a family-owned restaurant located in historic downtown. The restaurant is near the best bars, churches, architecture, and a selection of fine art. Tarantella serves authentic Italian dishes and wine. The inspiration behind the restaurant came from their grandfather, Anthony "Tony" Salvatore Tarantelli ("Papa"), and grandmother Mabel Tarantelli. All their dishes are prepared using fresh ingredients from various regions in Italy. Enjoy their Lasagne Rollatini is made with house-made lasagna noodles, fresh rosemary, rich Bolognese sauce, whole milk mozzarella, sweet cream ricotta, and nutty fontina for a delicious, layered flavor. The restaurant provides outdoor seating options.

2026 Update: Tarantelli's offers Corporate Events and Celebrations to satisfy their customers and also has several parking facilities."

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License #0042030AJ-959

Price:

Polpette E Mozzarella $15
Bruschetta $13
Wagyu Filet Mignon (Appetizer) $23
Nodini All’Aglio (Small) $9
Nodini All’Aglio (Large) $16
Arancini $17
Calamari All’Insalata $23
Cavoletti Di Bruxelles $16
Salumi E Formaggi (2–4 Ppl) $32
Salumi E Formaggi (6–8 Ppl) $47
Pasta E Fagioli (Cup) $9
Pasta E Fagioli (Bowl) $13
Insalata Tarantelli $13
Insalata Italiana Di Cuneo Romaine $17
Mozzarella Di Buffala Caprese $15
Insalata Di Gulio Cesare $15
Insalata Di Mele Gala $16
Add Chicken $11
Add Shrimp $13
Add Salmon $15
Spaghetti E Polpette $31
Spaghetti Al Formaggio Parmigiana $52
Ravioli Di Zucca $34
Spaghetti Al Limone E Basilico $31
Pappardelle Al Funghi Porcini E Panna $38
Fettuccine Con Salsiccia $36
Broccoli Di Rabe Aglio E Olio $34

Contact:

(910) 763-3806

Tue-Sat: 5pm - 10pm
Sun: 5pm - 9pm
Mon: Closed

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Carrabba's Italian Grill Wilmington - Wilmington, NC Italian Restaurants
Carrabba's Italian Grill Wilmington - Wilmington, NC Italian Restaurants
Carrabba's Italian Grill Wilmington - Wilmington, NC Italian Restaurants
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CARRABBA'S ITALIAN GRILL WILMINGTON

(4.8 Score)
15 Van Campen Boulevard,
Wilmington, NC 28403 Directions

Since 1986

Specialty:

✓ Filet and Shrimp Toscana ✓ Lasagne ✓ Shrimp and Scallop Linguine Alla Vodka ✓ Mezzaluna ✓ Fettuccine Weesie ✓ Vegetable Ravioli ✓ Linguine Positano ✓ Rigatoni Martino ✓ Rigatoni Campagnolo ✓ Spaghetti ✓ Fettuccine Carrabba ✓ Lobster Ravioli ✓ Spiedino Di Mare ✓ Salmon Capperi ✓ Simply Grilled Salmon ✓ Mahi Wulfe ✓ Simply Grilled Mahi ✓ Sparkling Tuscan Lemonade ✓ Scampi Damian ✓ Pasta Georgio ✓ Calabrian Chicken Skewers ✓ Garlic Lemon Herb Linguine

"Carrabba's Italian Grill Wilmington offers a delicious Italian menu in a family-friendly setting. The restaurant has a cozy and welcoming ambiance for its customers. Enjoy their new spring menu: linguine tossed in a creamy lemon Alfredo sauce with asparagus, roasted tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese, then garnished with fresh basil chiffonade and lemon zest. You can order your favorite dish and have it delivered directly to your home. Carrabba's Italian Grill Wilmington provides dine-in and curbside pickup options. Enjoy the taste of authentic Italian cuisine with Carrabba's Italian Grill. They provide outdoor seating options.

2026 Update: Carrabba's Italian Grill Wilmington provides Carside Carryout, Patio Dining and Wifi facility available. The Restaurant also provides catering services to elevate your special events with unforgettable flavors and flawless service."

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Price:

Scampi Damian $22.29
Pasta Georgio $21.99
Simply Grilled Branzino $26.49
Caprese Sandwich Combo $14.79
Bruschette Chicken Sandwich Combo $14.79
Chicken Parmesan Sandwich Combo $14.79
Italian Sandwich Combo $14.79
Meatball Sandwich Combo $14.79
Steak Marsala Sandwich Combo $14.79
Lunch Trio Meatballs & Ricotta $11.99
Lunch Trio Mozzarella Marinara $11.99
Lunch Trio Fettuccine Alfredo $11.99
Lunch Trio Four-Cheese & Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms $11.99
Lunch Trio Shrimp Scampi $11.99
Soup & Salad $7.99
Calabrian Chicken Skewers $12.99
Calabrian Shrimp Skewers $12.99
Garlic Lemon Herb Linguine (Price Not Listed)
Tuscan-Grilled Lamb Chops $33.99
Goat Cheese Sacchetti $7.99
Shrimp Scampi $12.99
Calamari $14.99
Meatballs & Ricotta $8.49
Four-Cheese & Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms $9.49

Contact:

(910) 794-9094

Sun-Thu: 11am - 10pm
Fri & Sat: 11am - 11pm

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OLIVE GARDEN ITALIAN RESTAURANT WILMINGTON REVIEWS

Great service and atmosphere! The food here was perfectly cooked and reasonably priced for the experience. I really liked and enjoyed meeting the manager, I think her name is Stephanie, she is very nice. Everyone from the host, servers, and even the bus person were respectful and doing their job very well. The server staff is excellent! Josh B. is a great server, he is very friendly and attentive with his customers! Thank you Olive Garden.

It was my dad birthday everything was good we ate the tour of Italy and had breadsticks we had a salad first .My dad was happy .

Josh is amazing! Thank you so much for making our visit worth the trip. Take care of yourself.

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TARANTELLI'S REVIEWS

Great dinner with friends in town for business. We started off with a whiskey, old-fashioned and then ordered an appetizer. It was filet mignon bruschetta which was excellent. I had the pasta special. I don’t remember the name, but had pappardelle pasta and pancetta. We finished it off with some tiramisu, which was excellent. Great flavor and texture.

Gavin was an amazing server! He had perfect prompt service and answered any questions we had about the menu. Him and Tyler, who had the section next to ours, were so personable! I would come here over and over again. Thank you both for a great time and great food.

Excellent atmosphere, quality of food and service! One of the best fine Italian restaurants in the downtown area! The bartender and desserts never disappoint.

CARRABBA'S ITALIAN GRILL WILMINGTON REVIEWS

Had the best experience ever! The waitress Morgan is absolutely fantastic, she deserves a raise and everything! I ordered a weird combo that I had just been craving. And Morgan helped me create the best meal I've ever had. eggplant Parm, sirloin and asparagus. It comes with a side of salad and the bread they give and amazing olive oil is to die for! I nearly cried with how the combination tasted. so amazing! Thank you guys for the amazing service and absolutely epic meal.

First time coming here, the staff was friendly, the food was great and good price. The lentil and sausage soup had too much pepper but everything else was spot on, would recommend and we’re definitely coming back.

Mel has been the most wonderful waitress to us for years! This has been even under difficult situations, in addition to being in nursing school full time! We always love the food and atmosphere. The service, attention to detail, and quality of food is always spot on.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

OLIVE GARDEN ITALIAN RESTAURANT WILMINGTON Total Inspection Points: 119/120
Business Hours: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Variety of Menu: 10
Table Reservation: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

TARANTELLI'S Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Experience: 8
Business Hours: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Variety of Menu: 10
Extensive Menu: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

CARRABBA'S ITALIAN GRILL WILMINGTON Total Inspection Points: 116/120
Acknowledgments: 8
Business Hours: 9
Variety of Menu: 9
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Table Reservation: 10