Fortuna Cucina Italiana is a contemporary Italian restaurant focused on seasonality, craftsmanship, and high-quality, thoughtfully-sourced ingredients. Its organic-driven menu emphasizes simplicity, traditional techniques, and careful preparation, allowing the natural flavors of each dish to shine. Designed as a versatile, everyday dining destination, Fortuna offers a welcoming atmosphere suited for both casual meals and intimate gatherings, with a commitment to consistency, quality, and understated elegance.The concept comes from restaurateur Giorgios Bakatsias, a prominent Southeast hospitality leader with over 30 years of experience developing acclaimed restaurants and markets. Leading the kitchen is Executive Chef and Partner Chris Lewnes, whose Italian American roots and classical French training—refined in notable kitchens like Bâtard, Augustine, and Sartiano’s—inform his approach. Together, they deliver refined Italian cuisine with authenticity, precision, and warmth.
Bridgewater Wines + Dines Leland offers a unique blend of globally inspired American fare, craft cocktails and a curated wine selection, all in a warm, welcoming setting. Led by culinary expert Susan Zucker and wine enthusiast Doug Zucker, the restaurant invites guests to browse the wine shop or indulge in the monthly Explorers Wine Club. Enjoy thoughtful pairings and creative dishes, all crafted with a passion for culinary discovery. Bridgewater delivers a one-of-a-kind dining experience where great food and remarkable cocktails and wines meet. Bridgewater's restaurant is open 11 AM-9PM Monday-Saturday for your dining expereince and open for wine retail 10AM-9PM, Monday- Saturday. Follow us on social media for all of our events. Would you like to learn more about Bridgewater's monthly wine club? Use this link to find out more information about Bridgewater's Explorers Club: https://bridgewaterwines.com/introducing-the-explorers-club/
Located in the heart of historic downtown Wilmington, QB’s diverse yet comforting flavors are reminiscent of a casual but unique Italian neighborhood restaurant, complete with seating in a lush, private courtyard with a stunning fountain ~ a true oasis in an urban setting.
Bella Cucina is NEW to OPEN TABLE! Bella Cucina in Southport, NC is a local's favorite Italian family-owned Italian restaurant offering hand-tossed NY style pizza, fresh pasta, salads, and locally caught seafood. Whether you're planning a date night, family dinner, group gathering, or relaxed evening out, Bella Cucina offers classic Italian favorites, coastal seafood dishes, and a comfortable dining room designed for both special occasions and everyday meals. Lunch starts at 11 AM in our takeout/quick service side and dinner service at 4:00 pm in the full-service lounge and dining room opens at 5:00pm. Reservations are recommended and we offer daily lunch and dinner specials.Bella Cucina is a local go-to for lunch and dinner for both small and large groups, with three separate dining options to enjoy pizza, pasta, salads, sandwiches, and Italian entrees. Guests can enjoy a casual or fine dining experience that works for couples, families, visitors, and locals. Mangia! Mangia!
Bridgewater Wines + Dines Leland offers a unique blend of globally inspired American fare, craft cocktails and a curated wine selection, all in a warm, welcoming setting. Led by culinary expert Susan Zucker and wine enthusiast Doug Zucker, the restaurant invites guests to browse the wine shop or indulge in the monthly Explorers Wine Club. Enjoy thoughtful pairings and creative dishes, all crafted with a passion for culinary discovery. At Leland, Bridgewater delivers a one-of-a-kind dining experience where great food and remarkable cocktails and wines meet. Bridgewater's restaurant is open 11 AM-9PM Monday-Saturday for your dining expereince and open for wine retail 10AM-9PM, Monday- Saturday. Follow us on social media for all of our events. Would you like to learn more about Bridgewater's monthly wine club? Use this link to find out more information about Bridgewater's Explorers Club: https://bridgewaterwines.com/introducing-the-explorers-club/
