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Food - Hieronymus Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar, Wilmington, NC

Hieronymus Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar

4.5 (713)
$30 and under
Seafood
5035 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28405-3429

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Hieronymus Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar

4.5
$30 and under
Seafood
Wilmington

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
The Area's Authentic Seafood Restaurant The experience that you will have at Hieronymus Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar is uniquely Wilmington, North Carolina. Our specialty is Cape Fear cuisine, including fresh local seafood, fresh vegetables, and local craft beer. When you walk through our doors, take a look around. You will see many items that are a part of our history. The shells inside the tables have been brought to us by many guests throughout the years. Nameplates on the bar designate locals that have told many a tale. News releases show Hieronymus cooking for Bryant Gumbel on the Today Show. You might copy a recipe for soft shell crab or take a gander at some of the "stars" that have dropped by for dinner.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Oyster Bar, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 3:00 pm–8:45 pm
  • Phone number
    (910) 392-6313
  • Website
    http://hieronymusseafood.us/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Celebrations are an important part of our lives. Whether it's a wedding, business function, or a backyard event with friends and family, we have menus to fit your needs. We offer a selection of theme parties, buffets and custom menus featuring seafood, chicken, pork, beef, and vegetables from the Cape Fear region. Our recipes tell the tale of our southern coastal heritage. You and your guests will enjoy taking a culinary journey back in time by sampling our delicious menu items. Contact Max at (910) 392-6313 for more information about catering options. We look forward to celebrating with you. We Also Offer THEME PARTIES!
  • Location
    5035 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28405-3429
  • Neighborhood
    Wilmington
  • Cross street
    New Center Drive
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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4.5

4.5
(713)
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Kid-friendly

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Good for groups

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Seafood

  • Wilmington

    Good for groups

  • Wilmington

    Neighborhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Hieronymus Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar offers "fantastic food and service," with standout dishes like fresh oysters and she-crab soup. Known for its "excellent" staff and cozy atmosphere, this Wilmington gem entices patrons with a "delicious meal" and an expansive menu featuring "plenty of fresh catch options."
713 Reviews

  1. Bill Gold

    Hawaii5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    She crab soup was wonderful. We both had dishes that we enjoyed. My wife got the fresh catch with their special crusting on it and it was delicious. I got the shrimp Alfredo with scallops and it was great. The only thing I wish they had brought the soup before the entrée instead of with it. Staff was always very nice as usual. 

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  2. Maria

    New York City9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    This local Wilmington restaurant is the best place to get fresh fish prepared just the way you like it. Get an early reservation because it fills up quickly and leave enough time to enjoy your meal if you have tickets to a show.

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  3. jimmy

    Atlanta11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 15, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Seafood was perfectly prepared. Our waitress Mandy was outstanding.

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  4. Donald

    South Carolina4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 11, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Efficient, Attentive and a welcoming face from my server, along with delicious food and reasonable prices made this my new standard.

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  5. Jill

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on September 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, bar drinks & service (Deanna). Will definitely return. There were 4 of us who’d never been before & came on the rec of another restaurant professional. Highly recommend!

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  6. Susan

    Kansas City27 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on September 25, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We were some of the last customers for the night. They had run out of food and so our choices were limited. Waitress was as friendly, but the food was just marginal. I had heard so much from others how good the food was that I was surprised at my disenchantment . I wanted salmon, but it was out, so I got mahi mahi. It was cooked ok and the flavor was good. The biscuits were yummy, although I felt like they made the Red Lobster biscuits instead of home made. I would love to give it another chance as, I have admitted earlier, we were late customers. If I am back in the area sometime, I will give it another shot. It’s been there for a long time and must be better.

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  7. Mike

    Raleigh1 review

    3.0

    Dined on September 19, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Overpriced and food was blah. Crabcakes had a lot filler and was expensive

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  8. James Gold

    Raleigh37 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on September 8, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I had the snow crab legs and they were only fair. Maybe they were old or too long in the freezer but it wasn’t great. Also it was cooked in something oily because they were slippery to handle and made it messy. Cole slaw was great however.

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  9. Tom

    Chicago3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on September 6, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Didn’t love it. Food was so-so. Ambiance OK. Not what I was expecting based on the hype I received from a guy who eats there.

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  10. Greg

    New York City15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 22, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Hieronymus is one of our go-to seafood restaurants in Wilmington. We are never disappointed. There are always several choices for catch of the day, and I always do my best to try something new (this time it was cobia - delicious). The biscuits are heaven. Another great choice is the scallops. We don't eat oysters, but we've brought friends there who say they're fantastic.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Oyster Bar, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 3:00 pm–8:45 pm
  • Phone number
    (910) 392-6313
  • Website
    http://hieronymusseafood.us/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Celebrations are an important part of our lives. Whether it's a wedding, business function, or a backyard event with friends and family, we have menus to fit your needs. We offer a selection of theme parties, buffets and custom menus featuring seafood, chicken, pork, beef, and vegetables from the Cape Fear region. Our recipes tell the tale of our southern coastal heritage. You and your guests will enjoy taking a culinary journey back in time by sampling our delicious menu items. Contact Max at (910) 392-6313 for more information about catering options. We look forward to celebrating with you. We Also Offer THEME PARTIES!
  • Location
    5035 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28405-3429
  • Neighborhood
    Wilmington
  • Cross street
    New Center Drive
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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FAQs

Yes, guests report successful special evenings here, including Valentine's Day and birthday celebrations with excellent food and service.

Many guests describe the portions as generous and plentiful, plenty of food for a satisfying seafood meal.

Wednesday is a favourite, several guests note Wednesday is half‑price wine night and enjoyed a bottle with their meal.

Hieronymus feels like an old‑time Wilmington seafood house, nautical, warm, and local, with shell‑inlaid tables, nameplates at the bar, and a comfortable, homey dining room praised by guests.

Wednesday evenings are a lovely choice, reviewers note Hieronymus runs a half-price wine night then and enjoyed a relaxed dinner with fresh-caught fish and oysters.

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, informal attire is appropriate for a visit to Hieronymus.

Hieronymus can be quite busy at peak times, reviewers report it being packed with waits, while some later-evening or bad-weather visits have been quiet and more relaxed.

Yes, Hieronymus offers an outdoor porch area that guests mention as a cute spot for dining al fresco.

Hieronymus has a main dining room, a bar with high-tops, a charming outdoor porch, and a separate room used for larger parties.

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Make a reservation

A photo of Hieronymus Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar restaurant

Hieronymus Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar

4.5
$30 and under
Seafood
Wilmington

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
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