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The Half
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Nearby attractions
Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College
703 N 3rd St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts
310 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Cape Fear Museum of History and Science
230 Grace St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Bicentennial Park
206 N 5th Ave, Wilmington, NC 28401
Game Over Escape Room Wilmington
224 N Front St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Acme Art Inc
711 N 5th Ave, Wilmington, NC 28401
Bellamy Mansion Museum
503 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28401
The Exit Games | Escape Room Wilmington
118 Princess St, Wilmington, NC 28401, United States
Wilmington Downtown Incorporated
226 N Front St Suite 130, Wilmington, NC 28401
Wilmington Railroad Museum
505 Nutt St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Nearby restaurants
Flytrap Brewing
319 Walnut St, Wilmington, NC 28401
The Kitchen Sink
622 N 4th St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Dead Crow Comedy Room
511 N 3rd St, Wilmington, NC 28401
The Eagle's Dare
420 N 3rd St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Savorez
402 Chestnut St #4026, Wilmington, NC 28401
Brooklyn Cafe
706 N 4th St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Commodore Public House & Kitchen
620 N 4th St, Wilmington, NC 28401, United States
Goat & Compass
710 N 4th St, Wilmington, NC 28401
The Copper Penny
109 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC 28401
East Coast Cheesecake Company
408 N 3rd St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Nearby local services
Brooklyn Arts Center
516 N 4th St, Wilmington, NC 28401, United States
North Side Food Market
601 Red Cross St, Wilmington, NC 28401, United States
Burnett Eaton Museum Foundation
410 N 7th St, Wilmington, NC 28401
DareDevil Improv
511 N 3rd St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Green Light Escape Room, LLC
130 N Front St #202, Wilmington, NC 28401
Memory Lane Comics
201 Princess St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Cape Fear Community College
411 N Front St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Old Books on Front St.
249 N Front St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Whatever Wilmington
117 Grace St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Elizabeths's Ladies Boutique
entrance of The Cotton Exchange, 305 North Front Street, S Front St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Nearby hotels
Hampton Inn Wilmington Downtown
225 Grace St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
229 N 2nd St, Wilmington, NC 28401
The Hive
505 N 2nd St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
301 N Water St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Taylor House Inn
14 N 7th St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
9 Estell Lee Pl, Wilmington, NC 28401
Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center
501 Nutt St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
503 Nutt St, Wilmington, NC 28401, United States
The Cove Riverwalk Villas
9 Brunswick St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Water Street Retreats
106 N Water St, Wilmington, NC 28401
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The Half

510 1/2 Red Cross St, Wilmington, NC 28401
4.8(335)$$$$
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attractions: Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College, Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, Cape Fear Museum of History and Science, Bicentennial Park, Game Over Escape Room Wilmington, Acme Art Inc, Bellamy Mansion Museum, The Exit Games | Escape Room Wilmington, Wilmington Downtown Incorporated, Wilmington Railroad Museum, restaurants: Flytrap Brewing, The Kitchen Sink, Dead Crow Comedy Room, The Eagle's Dare, Savorez, Brooklyn Cafe, Commodore Public House & Kitchen, Goat & Compass, The Copper Penny, East Coast Cheesecake Company, local businesses: Brooklyn Arts Center, North Side Food Market, Burnett Eaton Museum Foundation, DareDevil Improv, Green Light Escape Room, LLC, Memory Lane Comics, Cape Fear Community College, Old Books on Front St., Whatever Wilmington, Elizabeths's Ladies Boutique
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Phone
(910) 399-3355
Website
thehalfbev.com
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Fri11 AM - 6 PMClosed

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Featured dishes

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dish
Chipped Ham
dish
Ernie Cold Cuts
dish
Harvey
dish
Half Pickle
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Vegan Grilled Cheese

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Live events

Explore Wilmingtons history and architecture
Explore Wilmingtons history and architecture
Fri, Feb 6 • 11:30 AM
Wilmington, North Carolina, 28401
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Galentines Day at Wine Knot
Galentines Day at Wine Knot
Sat, Feb 7 • 1:00 PM
201 N Front Street Suite 909 Wilmington, NC 28401
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Midgets With Attitude @ Midget Mayhem Wrestling! Wilmington NC (18+)
Midgets With Attitude @ Midget Mayhem Wrestling! Wilmington NC (18+)
Wed, Feb 11 • 8:00 PM
417 South College Rd Unit 28/29 Wilmington, NC 28403
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Nearby attractions of The Half

Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College

Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts

Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Bicentennial Park

Game Over Escape Room Wilmington

Acme Art Inc

Bellamy Mansion Museum

The Exit Games | Escape Room Wilmington

Wilmington Downtown Incorporated

Wilmington Railroad Museum

Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College

Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College

4.8

(716)

Open 24 hours
Click for details
Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts

Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts

4.8

(551)

Open 24 hours
Click for details
Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

4.7

(151)

Open 24 hours
Click for details
Bicentennial Park

Bicentennial Park

4.5

(24)

Closed
Click for details

Nearby restaurants of The Half

Flytrap Brewing

The Kitchen Sink

Dead Crow Comedy Room

The Eagle's Dare

Savorez

Brooklyn Cafe

Commodore Public House & Kitchen

Goat & Compass

The Copper Penny

East Coast Cheesecake Company

Flytrap Brewing

Flytrap Brewing

4.8

(210)

Closed
Click for details
The Kitchen Sink

The Kitchen Sink

4.7

(253)

$

Closed
Click for details
Dead Crow Comedy Room

Dead Crow Comedy Room

4.7

(404)

Closed
Click for details
The Eagle's Dare

The Eagle's Dare

4.8

(119)

$

Closed
Click for details

Nearby local services of The Half

Brooklyn Arts Center

North Side Food Market

Burnett Eaton Museum Foundation

DareDevil Improv

Green Light Escape Room, LLC

Memory Lane Comics

Cape Fear Community College

Old Books on Front St.

Whatever Wilmington

Elizabeths's Ladies Boutique

Brooklyn Arts Center

Brooklyn Arts Center

4.7

(223)

Click for details
North Side Food Market

North Side Food Market

4.5

(13)

Click for details
Burnett Eaton Museum Foundation

Burnett Eaton Museum Foundation

3.9

(8)

Click for details
DareDevil Improv

DareDevil Improv

5.0

(16)

Click for details
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Reviews of The Half

4.8
(335)
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5.0
1y

The sandwich artisans at The Half have never introduced me to a sandwich I didn't immediately love. At times I'm grateful that I don't live nearby, because sandwiches would replace all three meals of the day and I'd gladly empty my bank account and sacrifice my waistline to allow it. The caprese (pictured on the right) is a perfect classic with always fresh ingredients. the pesto is nothing like what you'd get in a jar from the store. It's vibrant and sharp, and reminds me of the pesto my grandparents would make with basil from their garden when I was a kid. The Stamets (on the left) is a more recent addition to the menu, so I'm unsure if it'll stick around. Definitely try it if you get the opportunity. The combo of savory marinated and grilled mushrooms, with an herby chimichurri sauce, and cold crunchy shredduce on top, makes for a very unique sandwich unlike anything I've had elsewhere. Not that you'll have a reason to try sandwiches elsewhere in Wilmington once you make it to The Half! The reason for just 3 stars on my atmosphere rating, is that during summer heat and humidity it can get extremely stuffy in the small old building. Additionally, during busy hours there is definitely not enough seating to meet the high demand. While service is good, the kitchen just isn't big enough to get a normally quick service food item out with the speed you might be used to. None of that is to say that you shouldn't go, because you absolutely should. Just go on a weekday or right when they open, do takeout, or be prepared to wait around for a bit! Nothing wrong with grabbing one of their several beers on tap and chilling in the back...

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4.0
2y

Three of us ate here for the first time. We had heard great reviews about this sandwich shop. It's located in the Brooklyn Arts district.

Your order is taken at the counter and you're given a number to place at the table.

There's a dozen or so sandwiches to choose from, and I ended up selecting the Harvey. It's a roast beef sandwich with swiss cheese, pickled onions, mustard, cole slaw on ciabatta bread. I ordered the chickpea salad as my side.

While waiting for our food, others came into the restaurant. We had to move outside in order to hear ourselves. There was music playing and everyone competed to be able to hear their friends. Luckily there are picnic tables in the back. There's an awning over top some of the tables but not all. Maybe some umbrellas would help.

Our sandwiches arrived. We all loved our meal. I was pleasantly surprised at the portions. could only eat half of it. Mine had too much mustard, so I would ask for it on the side next time. Of course, I will first try other sandwiches (Mixto, the Rachel, or the Caprice) before ordering the Harvey again.

The staff was very friendly and the owner (I think he was the owner) came out and stopped at each table asking if everything was okay and if we needed anything. Nice touch.

4/5 stars due to the noise level inside the place. 5/5 stars for the food...

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1.0
25w

After scouring the internet for gluten free options while on our trip visiting Wilmington, we landed on The Half. It was a very cute sandwich shop and had an awesome vibe to it. We’re on our way to the beach, so when we got inside, we ordered our food and then the rest of my group went back outside to our van to apply sunscreen since it takes time to soak in after applied.

I was standing at the bar waiting for our food, and the blond staff member with tattoos on her right arm decided to talk trash about my family members for being in their swim suits and applying sunscreen on the sidewalk. I was taken aback in the moment because with the amount of people that were within earshot, that an employee would be making fun of customers that were just inside of your establishment spending quite a bit of money. The cashier even turned around and mentioned that my family was really sweet and that they were just inside ordering, and the blonde staff member continued on poking fun.

Overall, the food was delicious, the wait time was short, the vibes of the restaurant were great, but the staff member making negative comments about my family members/customers within earshot of everyone in the restaurant to another employee was very displeasing, especially as a traveler looking to get a feel...

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The sandwich artisans at The Half have never introduced me to a sandwich I didn't immediately love. At times I'm grateful that I don't live nearby, because sandwiches would replace all three meals of the day and I'd gladly empty my bank account and sacrifice my waistline to allow it. The caprese (pictured on the right) is a perfect classic with always fresh ingredients. the pesto is nothing like what you'd get in a jar from the store. It's vibrant and sharp, and reminds me of the pesto my grandparents would make with basil from their garden when I was a kid. The Stamets (on the left) is a more recent addition to the menu, so I'm unsure if it'll stick around. Definitely try it if you get the opportunity. The combo of savory marinated and grilled mushrooms, with an herby chimichurri sauce, and cold crunchy shredduce on top, makes for a very unique sandwich unlike anything I've had elsewhere. Not that you'll have a reason to try sandwiches elsewhere in Wilmington once you make it to The Half! The reason for just 3 stars on my atmosphere rating, is that during summer heat and humidity it can get extremely stuffy in the small old building. Additionally, during busy hours there is definitely not enough seating to meet the high demand. While service is good, the kitchen just isn't big enough to get a normally quick service food item out with the speed you might be used to. None of that is to say that you shouldn't go, because you absolutely should. Just go on a weekday or right when they open, do takeout, or be prepared to wait around for a bit! Nothing wrong with grabbing one of their several beers on tap and chilling in the back courtyard. 🥪🍻
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Abbi KuykendallAbbi Kuykendall
The Half is easily one of the best sandwich spots in Wilmington. Located downtown, it has a great atmosphere and a solid selection of sandwiches and drinks. We tried the Nona and loved it! The service was friendly, and the vibe was relaxed. Definitely a place worth checking out and is for sure a hidden gem!!!
Monica PileggiMonica Pileggi
Three of us ate here for the first time. We had heard great reviews about this sandwich shop. It's located in the Brooklyn Arts district. Your order is taken at the counter and you're given a number to place at the table. There's a dozen or so sandwiches to choose from, and I ended up selecting the Harvey. It's a roast beef sandwich with swiss cheese, pickled onions, mustard, cole slaw on ciabatta bread. I ordered the chickpea salad as my side. While waiting for our food, others came into the restaurant. We had to move outside in order to hear ourselves. There was music playing and everyone competed to be able to hear their friends. Luckily there are picnic tables in the back. There's an awning over top some of the tables but not all. Maybe some umbrellas would help. Our sandwiches arrived. We all loved our meal. I was pleasantly surprised at the portions. could only eat half of it. Mine had too much mustard, so I would ask for it on the side next time. Of course, I will first try other sandwiches (Mixto, the Rachel, or the Caprice) before ordering the Harvey again. The staff was very friendly and the owner (I think he was the owner) came out and stopped at each table asking if everything was okay and if we needed anything. Nice touch. 4/5 stars due to the noise level inside the place. 5/5 stars for the food and service.
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The sandwich artisans at The Half have never introduced me to a sandwich I didn't immediately love. At times I'm grateful that I don't live nearby, because sandwiches would replace all three meals of the day and I'd gladly empty my bank account and sacrifice my waistline to allow it. The caprese (pictured on the right) is a perfect classic with always fresh ingredients. the pesto is nothing like what you'd get in a jar from the store. It's vibrant and sharp, and reminds me of the pesto my grandparents would make with basil from their garden when I was a kid. The Stamets (on the left) is a more recent addition to the menu, so I'm unsure if it'll stick around. Definitely try it if you get the opportunity. The combo of savory marinated and grilled mushrooms, with an herby chimichurri sauce, and cold crunchy shredduce on top, makes for a very unique sandwich unlike anything I've had elsewhere. Not that you'll have a reason to try sandwiches elsewhere in Wilmington once you make it to The Half! The reason for just 3 stars on my atmosphere rating, is that during summer heat and humidity it can get extremely stuffy in the small old building. Additionally, during busy hours there is definitely not enough seating to meet the high demand. While service is good, the kitchen just isn't big enough to get a normally quick service food item out with the speed you might be used to. None of that is to say that you shouldn't go, because you absolutely should. Just go on a weekday or right when they open, do takeout, or be prepared to wait around for a bit! Nothing wrong with grabbing one of their several beers on tap and chilling in the back courtyard. 🥪🍻
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The Half is easily one of the best sandwich spots in Wilmington. Located downtown, it has a great atmosphere and a solid selection of sandwiches and drinks. We tried the Nona and loved it! The service was friendly, and the vibe was relaxed. Definitely a place worth checking out and is for sure a hidden gem!!!
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Three of us ate here for the first time. We had heard great reviews about this sandwich shop. It's located in the Brooklyn Arts district. Your order is taken at the counter and you're given a number to place at the table. There's a dozen or so sandwiches to choose from, and I ended up selecting the Harvey. It's a roast beef sandwich with swiss cheese, pickled onions, mustard, cole slaw on ciabatta bread. I ordered the chickpea salad as my side. While waiting for our food, others came into the restaurant. We had to move outside in order to hear ourselves. There was music playing and everyone competed to be able to hear their friends. Luckily there are picnic tables in the back. There's an awning over top some of the tables but not all. Maybe some umbrellas would help. Our sandwiches arrived. We all loved our meal. I was pleasantly surprised at the portions. could only eat half of it. Mine had too much mustard, so I would ask for it on the side next time. Of course, I will first try other sandwiches (Mixto, the Rachel, or the Caprice) before ordering the Harvey again. The staff was very friendly and the owner (I think he was the owner) came out and stopped at each table asking if everything was okay and if we needed anything. Nice touch. 4/5 stars due to the noise level inside the place. 5/5 stars for the food and service.
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