After ordering a plate of spaghetti with meatballs and sausages I was disappointed with the tomato sauce since it needed more cooking. The pasta was al dente and was fine. The sauce was bright red and needed to be cooked for several hours and also could have used some garlic. I sat at the bar and the bartender (Britney) took... more

The reason for the surprise is that it looks like just another chain type of restaurant ala Macaroni Grill, but the variety, quality, originality, service, value and overall satisfaction with the experience were above those of any chain. So good that we can't wait to go back and try some of the many tapas style apetizers, salads, pizza and other... more

We will be moving to Wilmington at summers end.We visited the area last month to get our bearnings. Having lived in New York, we are very particular about our thin crust pizza. I read about Osteria on this site an decided to give it a try. It's not New York pizza but more like pizza in Naples,Italy. Unbelievably good. My... more

Let me start with my positive comments: Cicchetti is a lovely restaurant. The food looks exquisite. The portions are generous. Those are the nicest things I can say. I was there last night with a group of friends. I ordered a spinach salad for starters..pears, walnuts, goat cheese..mmmmm. My first bite: SALT. From the goat cheese, perhaps? The dressing? Very... more

This is the best Italian restaurant in Wilmington! My wife and I live in Wilmington and eat here a couple times per month. It's always consistently great. You can tell that the ingredients are fresh and of high quality. Try it, you won’t be disappointed. more

Reasonable prices, nice atmosphere, good food and service can't wait to return! more

This Osteria has a real nice casual italian feel.The Tomato soup comes with fresh basil for a hearty starter. Pasta has a great aroma when served very hot and the ingredients come together for a real authentic italian meal. The table bread comes with a good crust . The pizza makes a nice light lunch with again really good ingredients.... more

Great Atmosphere. Not you traditional Italian. It's more of an Tapas/Family Style, Northern Italian. more

This was an amzing delightful find. Did not think we were in NC! Beautiful, busy restaurant with fabulous menu, wine list , service and prices. Our waiter, Daniel, could not have been more accomodating and the food was first-rate. Great restaurant! more