Tailwind - Wilmington

I recently dined in for breakfast and had an absolutely delightful experience. The food was exceptional, earning a solid 5 out of 5 for its quality and flavor. The service was equally impressive, with attentive and friendly staff who enhanced the overall experience—another 5 out of 5! The atmosphere of the restaurant was inviting and comfortable, making it a great place to enjoy a meal. I also appreciated the ample parking available, which made getting there a breeze. With prices per person ranging from $10 to $20, it's a fantastic value for such a high-quality dining experience. Overall, I highly recommend this spot for breakfast!

A few years ago, I would have called this place the best little airport café around. However, over the past 6 to 9 months, it has really declined and hasn’t improved. I fly out of SFG monthly—while that might not be as frequent as some, it’s still significant. My go-to dish was the avocado toast, but the last three times I've ordered it, it was almost inedible. Today, I couldn’t even bring myself to eat it. The toast wasn’t even toasted, the bacon was flimsy and cold, the tomatoes were cut half an inch thick, and the egg I ordered over medium was more like a sunny-side-up, runny mess. They offered to remake it, but I’ve lost trust in pre-cooked food. So, I asked them to toss it and let it go. I didn’t even request a refund because they’ve lost my business for good.

I wouldn't recommend ordering coffee here; you might end up very disappointed.

I was really impressed with the food at this airport restaurant. I ordered a salad with chicken tenders, and the tenders tasted homemade – if they weren't, they definitely tricked me! The salad was super fresh and delicious, and I loved that it had bacon and cheese. The ranch dressing wasn’t my favorite (it tasted like regular bottled ranch), but that’s not a big issue. The bartender was fantastic; I didn’t catch his name, though. Honestly, this place was better than many of the restaurants I visited while in North Carolina. The prices were reasonable, too!

If I could rate this place negatively, I would. The food was unremarkable, and the bartender was incredibly unfriendly. It was, without a doubt, the worst customer service I've ever encountered. We had to retrieve our own silverware, and they didn't even bother to check in on us. I will definitely not be returning. Food: 1 Service: 1