Port City Taste is southeastern North Carolina’s premier restaurant weeks, hosted by news source Port City Daily, in collaboration with its media partners and sister companies, Penguin 98.3 and The Dude 93.7.

Port City Taste is a celebration of the best specials and prix-fixe menus from local eateries and drinkeries. The official Restaurant Week is hosted each March and in 2026 there will be one in October as well. Plus, Burger Week is slated to take place in May.

The next event will happen May 11-17, to feature multiple establishments showcasing the best of the American handheld. Diners don’t need coupons, special passwords, or tickets to participate. Just head to one of the listed businesses, ask for the special menu and indulge.

Cheers!

Downtown

Anne Bonny’s
Fox’s Hole in the Wall
The German Cafe
The Husk
Prost Biergarten
Ruth’s Chris Steak House
YoSake Downtown Lounge

Brooklyn Arts District

Commodore Public House and Kitchen

Cargo District

Beat Street

South Wilmington

Joe’s Oasis
True Blue Butcher and Barrel
Winnie’s Tavern

Carolina Beach

SeaWitch Tiki Bar and Cafe

Midtown

The Butcher’s Market
Capt’n Bills
Carolina Ale House
Katy’s Grill and Bar
JohnnyLuke’s KitchenBar

Wrightsville Beach

Brasserie Du Soleil
Four Corners
Jerry Allen’s Sports Bar
Poe’s Tavern

North Wilmington

Bridgewater Wines + Dines Porters Neck
Cornelia’s Restaurant
The Butcher’s Market
True Blue Butcher and Table

Hampstead

Nineteen

Leland

Bridgewater Wines + Dines Leland






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