The Bistro At Duplin Winery

$8 bottle of delicious wine. Crab cakes were TO DIE FOR! Chocolate cake was AMAZING! Our waitress was super nice and they were really busy. The decor is really cute. Loved it all! Will definitely be back, and HIGHLY recommend!

I really hate to write such a negative review, because the people at this place are very nice and I really don't want to give the impression that the wait staff is anything other than helpful, pleasant, and a true joy to be around.  Additionally, Duplin has some fantastic wines that are worth your time and money investment.

The problem is simple: the food.  Our party of three ordered 3 different items:

My wife had the only positive reaction in the group to her chicken salad sandwich and pasta salad side.  She was the only one who didn't end up sick.

My friend ordered the Rueben with a the broccoli soup.  His initial report on the Rueben was that it didn't taste right.  He finished the soup.  An hour later, he was populating the bathroom on a regular basis.

I ordered a salad (no dressing) with grilled chicken.  The chicken came out tender and warm (if unseasoned).  The problem was that the rest of the salad was also warm.  Since it didn't have dressing, instead of sending it back like I should have, I foolishly finished my salad. I also ended up sick to my stomach.

Sadly, because of these infections and this experience, I cannot recommend the restaurant at all.

First visit to the winery and Bistro was today.  I have to say it was a very nice experience with everyone working there in such a good mood and very excited by what Duplin Wineries has to offer.  Nice tasting options, you can take a tour or just head straight for the tastings.  After sampling a few wines we headed over to the Bistro for lunch.  We were impressed with the selections and the prices were reasonable.  The Ruben and the Steak and Cheese sandwiches were both a 10.  We had waffle fries with them but there are a lot of sides to choose from, they were also very good.  The food was served hot and fast as well.  Great service and friendly people provided a great experience.  We will definitely be stopping by on our way to or from the beach.