Located right on the Cape Fear River downtown Wilmington, the Pilot House is the perfect spot for a romantic evening out or a celebratory dinner with friends. The view is unbeatable, and the menu is undeniably good. With its innovative spin on Southern classics, the Pilot House is sure to turn first-timers into every-weekers. (Grilled. Duck. Breast. Enough said.) All ingredients remain fresh, whether ordering a simple salad or sandwich, or exploring their speciality entrées. The atmosphere remains dreamy and serene, making a stop here among Wimington’s most treasured experiences. 2 Ann St. (910) 343-0200

LUNCH: $14.95 PER PERSON

COURSE ONE—CHOOSE ONE:

Housemade Pimento Cheese Dip — with crispy lavish crackers.

Cornmeal Encrusted Fried Green Tomatoes — with tzatziki sauce.

COURSE TWO—CHOOSE ONE:

Classic Muffaletta Sandwich – Cappicola, salami, mozzarella, ham, provolone cheese and creole olive salad.

Sautéed Bay Scallops & Shrimp – Olive oil, white wine, tomatoes, scallions tossed with linguine in a classic lemon scampi sauce.

Grilled Marinated Portobello Mushroom Sandwich – mozzarella, lettuce, tomato, red onions on grilled ciabatta.

COURSE THREE:

Warm Red Velvet Brownie — Topped with a cream cheese ice cream and drizzled with a white chocolate ganache.

Toasted Coconut Cake — Served with a pineapple Chantilly

3-COURSE DINNER: $26.95 PER PERSON

COURSE ONE—CHOOSE ONE:

Hydroponic Bibb Lettuce — with applewood smoked bacon, red radish, smoked gouda and ranch dressing.

Country Ham & Collard Soup

COURSE TWO—CHOOSE ONE:

NC Flat Iron Steak — Warm potato salad, chargrilled asparagus and sauced with a whole grain mustard cream sauce.

Cracker Crusted Baked Catfish — Stone ground grits, braised collard greens and red eye gravy.

Sautéed Littleneck Clams — White wine, garlic, tomatoes, scallions, chopped clams and linguine.

COURSE THREE—CHOOSE ONE:

Warm Red Velvet Brownie — Topped with a cream cheese ice cream and drizzled with a white chocolate ganache.

Toasted Coconut Cake — Served with a pineapple Chantilly