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Our Restaurant

Located in the heart of downtown Wilmington, Ezme is the newest concept from Chef Antimo DiMeo and the award-winning Bardea Restaurant Group. Inspired by travels through Turkey, Greece, and the Aegean Coast, Ezme is a modern coastal Mediterranean restaurant rooted in vibrant flavors, warm hospitality, and ingredient-driven cooking.

Just across the street from Bardea Food & Drink, where the group’s story first began, Ezme marks both a return to first principles and a new creative chapter centered around fire, spice, herbs, citrus, and the joy of gathering around the table.

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Our Focus

At Ezme, the menu is designed for discovery, sharing, and connection. Drawing inspiration from the coastal cuisines of the Mediterranean, Chef Antimo DiMeo blends bold flavors with thoughtful technique to create dishes that feel both transportive and familiar.

From vibrant mezze and raw bar selections to fire-driven seafood, handmade breads, and contemporary hummus presentations, every dish is built around seasonality, texture, and balance. Approachable wines from coastal wine regions and bright, aromatic cocktails round out an experience meant to linger late into the evening.