As I read today’s cover story from Allison Ballard on the area’s oldest restaurants, I was pretty surprised to learn that I haven’t actually eaten at most of them.
How can that be possible? I’ve lived here almost 25 years.
I can say, though, that if you’re looking for good old-fashioned comfort food, J. Michael’s Philly Deli and Jimbo’s should be on your list of places to try. While I haven’t been there in recent years, the Pilot House was an early favorite from this list because it was a great place to take visiting relatives. I’ve been to a handful of others on the list, but some just once or twice.
The place I’m most ashamed to admit that I’ve never been to is Winnie’s Tavern. I cannot tell you how many times I’ve heard someone proclaim that they have the best burgers in Wilmington. Maybe this will be the year that I give them a try.
I’m just glad to see so many restaurants that have withstood the test of time. The restaurant business isn’t easy, and it got even harder when the pandemic struck. So, I applaud and congratulate these local business owners on their success.