The Basics•Wilmington
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The Basics is just that: a collection of traditional Southern regional classics that form the basics of Southern dining! From shrimp and grits to meatloaf, from fresh local seafood to vegan collard greens, from biscuits with gravy to a stack of blueberry pancakes, we've got a little something for everyone! Our chefs prepare filet mignon at dinner and BLTs at lunch with equal care. Whether you are new to Southern cuisine or looking to fulfill those cravings for your favorites, we've got you covered. "The name is also the mission statement: this casual all-day spot takes staples of Southern comfort food - pimento cheese, fried okra, smoked chicken - and keeps it simple." - New York Times "Pass the biscuits, please. The name says it all for this Front Street cafe with simple Southern fare from breakfast to supper. Heck yeah, you can get grits at every meal." - Our State Magazine "Best Brunch in Wilmington." - Focus On The Coast "Chef/Owner Mary Long brought her touch with contemporary soul food with her from Athens, Georgia. The Basics is an understatement - it lifts familiar Southern standards to new levels. The mantra here is 'made fresh'." - North Carolina Signature Magazine"
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The Basics is just that: a collection of traditional Southern regional classics that form the basics of Southern dining! From shrimp and grits to meatloaf, from fresh local seafood to vegan collard greens, from biscuits with gravy to a stack of blueberry pancakes, we've got a little something for everyone! Our chefs prepare filet mignon at dinner and BLTs at lunch with equal care. Whether you are new to Southern cuisine or looking to fulfill those cravings for your favorites, we've got you covered. "The name is also the mission statement: this casual all-day spot takes staples of Southern comfort food - pimento cheese, fried okra, smoked chicken - and keeps it simple." - New York Times "Pass the biscuits, please. The name says it all for this Front Street cafe with simple Southern fare from breakfast to supper. Heck yeah, you can get grits at every meal." - Our State Magazine "Best Brunch in Wilmington." - Focus On The Coast "Chef/Owner Mary Long brought her touch with contemporary soul food with her from Athens, Georgia. The Basics is an understatement - it lifts familiar Southern standards to new levels. The mantra here is 'made fresh'." - North Carolina Signature Magazine"