BiRDBOX

BiRDBOX is a Nashville-inspired fried chicken concept located in the Cargo District of Wilmington, North Carolina. It operates as a sister brand and shared space with Shepard Barbecue, the acclaimed BBQ joint from pitmaster Brandon Shepard and his wife Elizabeth (whose flagship Emerald Isle location was famously featured on Guy Fieri’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives).

Key Details:

• Cuisine: Specializes in Nashville-style hot chicken, offering various heat levels and crispy fried chicken dishes.
• Atmosphere: Casual and "foodie-centric," typical of the Cargo District's industrial, shipping-container aesthetic. It offers outdoor seating and is popular for both takeout and quick on-site dining.
• Hours: Generally open Wednesday through Saturday (11:00 AM – 8:00 PM) and Sunday (12:00 PM – 6:00 PM), though they are known to close early if they sell out.

The restaurant is part of a broader expansion by the Shepards into the Wilmington market, which also includes Taco Papi, a nearby stall specializing in Oaxacan-style street tacos.