B+

Case file · Downtown · diner

Burger review · ranked 14 of 59 in the Greater Wilmington field office

Castle Street Kitchen

509 Castle St, Wilmington, NC 28401

Details verified in the field · Sep 2026

Casual updated-soul-food kitchen praised locally for its burgers (closed Tuesdays).

The Burger

Appearance
8.7/10
Bun
9/10
Meat
8.7/10
Cheese
7.3/10
Toppings
8.7/10
Sauce
9.3/10
Value
9.3/10

The Spot

Service
10/10
Atmosphere
9/10
The Experience
8.7/10

Inspection Log

Inspection reports are the personal opinions of the individual inspector who filed them — not statements of fact, and nothing to do with any health department.

  • A-

    Agent 1909 · Chile Crunch Burger · ordered Medium

    2026-09-18 · 90.9 / 100

    Chile Crunch Burger evidence photo
    Bun 10Meat 9Value 9Cheese 8Sauce 9Service 10Toppings 8Appearance 9Atmosphere 10Experience 10

    “I came in not wanting to have a good time. However, catching eyes with the trifecta of tv’s playing Mythbusters, PBS, and Fail videos. I knew that it would be impossible to not enjoy myself. Now on to the reason why we’re here. The Burg. I enjoyed this monster. It came open faced with Avocado, Street corn, and some tortillas for crunch which was nice. The flavor was sweet but also meaty. Docked points for the tomato. It was too thick. But I still sort of liked it though? I would eat this burger again.”

  • A-

    Agent 7334 · Chile Crunch Burger · ordered Medium

    2026-09-18 · 92.5 / 100 · amended Sep 18

    Chile Crunch Burger evidence photo
    Bun 9Meat 8Value 10Cheese 9Sauce 9Service 10Toppings 10Appearance 9Atmosphere 10Experience 9

    “Honestly blew my expectations out of the water. A very interesting combination of crunchiness and tenderness. Lack of oiliness which is a highlight. Jalapeños avocado really helped with the creaminess. Bun held together very well thanks to the lack of oil. Meat was a thick patty, not usually my preference, but it really helped round out the rest of the flavors and made this burger still be a burger with complimentary flavors. Slight lack of cheese flavor but not missed amidst the rest of the items on the burger. Street corn felt like it was lost in the rest of the flavors. Every bite felt like I was getting everything I needed and wanted. At $14.5, great value for what you get and service accompanying. All in all. I think I would recommend this burger.”

  • B-

    Agent 1684 · Chile Crunch Burger · ordered Medium

    2026-09-18 · 81.1 / 100 · amended Sep 18

    Chile Crunch Burger evidence photo
    Bun 8Meat 9Value 9Cheese 5Sauce 10Service 10Toppings 8Appearance 8Atmosphere 7Experience 7

    “Solid burger with really nice sweet and smoky flavor. Burger itself was thick and true medium. Juicy and delicious. Crunchy tortillas chip topping was a great texture contrast but the cheese was lacking and a little too loose. Corn salsa was a plus and had a kick. Smoky sauce was great addition. Server so kind and very accommodating. Good size for the price. Tots on the side a plus.”

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