The Bridge Tender

  4.1 (513 reviews)
Claimed $$ Seafood, Steakhouses
Closed  
The Bridge Tender

The Bridge Tender The Bridge Tender The Bridge Tender The Bridge Tender The Bridge Tender The Bridge Tender

About the Business

Specialties

Specializing in fresh local seafood and Certified Angus Beef steaks

History

Established in 1976.

Since 1976, this casual fine dining establishment has earned an excellent reputation with locals and visitors alike for it's cherished location on the water at the foot of the Wrightsville Beach Bridge and for it's delicious seafood and steak entrees.

Meet the Business Owner

Business owner information

John M.

Business Owner

John is owner of The Bridge Tender & The Fish House Grill in Wilmington, NC.  He has a passion for the industry and for creating comforting settings for everything from special occasion dining, to casual family outings, to friends gathering to watch their favorite team.

The Bridge Tender also recommends

Fish House Grill

370Seafood

John M. says, “John is also an owner of The Fish House Grill, The Bridge Tender's more casual, seafood basket, grilled fish neighbor next door.”

(910) 256-4519

Category

Reservations near Wilmington, North Carolina, United States

Get Directions

1414 Airlie Rd, Wilmington, NC 28403

 
 

Hours
Mon Closed  
Tue Closed  
Wed Closed  
Thu Closed  
Fri Closed  
Sat Closed  
Sun Closed  

Recommended Reviews

Other Reservations near Wilmington, North Carolina, United States


 
 

Three10

  4.6 (52 reviews)
Seafood Southern Cocktail Bars $
[{"open":[{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1700","end":"2100","day":1},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1700","end":"2100","day":2},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1700","end":"2100","day":3},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1700","end":"2100","day":4},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1700","end":"2100","day":5}],"hours_type":"REGULAR","is_open_now":false}]
1022 N 4th St
Had a wonderful anniversary dinner with my husband tonight at Three10. Our server, Caroline, was fabulous, very knowledgeable of the menu, and her...
 
 

Anne Bonny's Bar and Grill

  3.9 (230 reviews)
American Seafood Cocktail Bars $$
[{"open":[{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1100","end":"2100","day":0},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1100","end":"2100","day":1},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1100","end":"2100","day":2},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1100","end":"2100","day":3},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1100","end":"2200","day":4},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1100","end":"2200","day":5},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1100","end":"2100","day":6}],"hours_type":"REGULAR","is_open_now":true}]
106 S Water St
Gorgeous view and great environment! Blackened salmon club was so tasty! Kids loved the crab cakes and fried pickles!! Service was so fast and kind!
 
 

Cape Fear Seafood

  4.5 (328 reviews)
Seafood Cocktail Bars $$
[{"open":[{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1100","end":"2100","day":0},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1100","end":"2100","day":1},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1100","end":"2100","day":2},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1100","end":"2100","day":3},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1100","end":"2200","day":4},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1100","end":"2200","day":5},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1000","end":"2100","day":6}],"hours_type":"REGULAR","is_open_now":false}]
140 Hays Ln
We hit the jackpot with Cape Fear Seafood. We were looking for an upscale place to meet friends where the food would be excellent and the ambiance...
 
 

Boathouse Restaurant

  3.8 (174 reviews)
Seafood Breakfast & Brunch $$
[{"open":[{"is_overnight":false,"start":"0700","end":"2100","day":0},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"0700","end":"2100","day":1},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"0700","end":"2100","day":2},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"0700","end":"2100","day":3},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"0700","end":"2100","day":4},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"0700","end":"2100","day":5},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"0700","end":"2100","day":6}],"hours_type":"REGULAR","is_open_now":false}]
6328 Oleander Dr
Solid 4-star experience. Great fried seafood. Very family friendly environment. Super friendly staff (busy night & we got checked on frequently) & food came...
 
 

Dockside Restaurant & Bar

  2.9 (372 reviews)
Seafood Salad New American $$
[{"open":[{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1130","end":"2030","day":0},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1130","end":"2030","day":1},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1130","end":"2030","day":2},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1130","end":"2030","day":3},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1130","end":"2030","day":4},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1130","end":"2030","day":5},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1130","end":"2030","day":6}],"hours_type":"REGULAR","is_open_now":false}]
1308 Airlie Rd
Food was decent. The outside area was pretty full with people, good weather today. Great spot to have a drink and hang out by the water.
 
 

Marina Grill

  3.8 (262 reviews)
American Bars Seafood $$
[{"open":[{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1100","end":"2100","day":0},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1100","end":"2100","day":1},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1100","end":"2100","day":2},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1100","end":"2100","day":3},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1100","end":"2200","day":4},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1100","end":"2200","day":5},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1030","end":"2000","day":6}],"hours_type":"REGULAR","is_open_now":false}]
18 Harnett St
We had just rolled into Wilmington and was looking for food with a view near the water. Marina grill hit the spot! The wings were crispy, shrimp and grits...
 
 

Brent's Bistro

  4.5 (96 reviews)
New American Seafood $$
[{"open":[{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1700","end":"2200","day":1},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1700","end":"2200","day":2},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1700","end":"2200","day":3},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1700","end":"2200","day":4},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1700","end":"2200","day":5},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1700","end":"2100","day":6}],"hours_type":"REGULAR","is_open_now":false}]
7110 Wrightsville Ave
A dear friend knew I'd had a challenging week and wanted to make my birthday special. The helpful manager, Ken was able to get us in- for which we were...
 
 

South Beach Grill

  3.9 (418 reviews)
Seafood American $$
[{"open":[{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1700","end":"2100","day":0},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1100","end":"2100","day":2},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1100","end":"2100","day":3},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1100","end":"2200","day":4},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1100","end":"2200","day":5},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1100","end":"2100","day":6}],"hours_type":"REGULAR","is_open_now":false}]
100 S Lumina Ave
First time at the South Beach Grill, and had a nice time. We sat outside, and despite being right next to the road and traffic signal, we found the space...
 
 

True Blue Butcher and Table

  4.2 (270 reviews)
New American Bars Butcher $$
[{"open":[{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1100","end":"2100","day":0},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1100","end":"2100","day":1},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1100","end":"2100","day":2},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1100","end":"2100","day":3},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1030","end":"2200","day":4},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1030","end":"2200","day":5},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1030","end":"2100","day":6}],"hours_type":"REGULAR","is_open_now":true}]
1125 Military Cutoff Rd
Ramen was amazing. Service was amazing and staff are very informative about all menu items. Sitting at the bar is really nice having tvs to watch the NBA...
 
 

Seabird

  4.5 (187 reviews)
Seafood Cocktail Bars Breakfast & Brunch $
[{"open":[{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1700","end":"2100","day":0},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1700","end":"2100","day":3},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1700","end":"2200","day":4},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1000","end":"1300","day":5},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1700","end":"2200","day":5},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1000","end":"1300","day":6},{"is_overnight":false,"start":"1700","end":"2100","day":6}],"hours_type":"REGULAR","is_open_now":false}]
1 S Front St
Took my girlfriend here on a date. The space is suitable for a casual night out or your best attire. The food was an experience in itself. The staff's...