Where North Hills executives actually eat lunch. Best brunch within 10 minutes of Hayes Barton. The Mordecai spot that's worth the wait. Every entry hand-curated — searchable by neighborhood, cuisine, price, and the occasion that fits.
Ashley Christensen's flagship restaurant. The pimento cheese and the macaroni au gratin are legendary. Reservations two weeks out for weekend dinner.
428 S McDowell St, Raleigh, NC 27601
Ashley Christensen's steakhouse. Dry-aged steaks, raw bar, and one of the best cocktail programs in the city. Dress code is real — collared shirt minimum.
105 W Hargett St, Raleigh, NC 27601
Part brewery, part dim sum restaurant, part flower shop. The dumplings are excellent and the beer is award-winning. One of the most unique dining experiences in Raleigh.
814 W Morgan St, Raleigh, NC 27603
Whole-hog BBQ in a converted warehouse. The brisket and the pulled pork are both excellent. A Raleigh institution for out-of-town visitors.
328 W Davie St, Raleigh, NC 27601
Bike-themed brewery with a great patio. The IPA and the amber ale are both solid. Food trucks rotate through.
319 W Davie St, Raleigh, NC 27601
French-inspired brasserie in Midtown. The steak frites and the mussels are excellent. One of the best brunches in Raleigh.
4350 The Circle at North Hills St, Raleigh, NC 27609
Upscale Italian in The Circle at North Hills. The pasta is made fresh daily and the wine list is excellent. A go-to for business dinners.
4350 The Circle at North Hills St, Raleigh, NC 27609
Southern comfort food done right. The shrimp and grits and the fried chicken are both excellent. A Cary staple for family dinners.
1277 Kildaire Farm Rd, Cary, NC 27511
Laotian cuisine in downtown Cary. The pho and the laab are both outstanding. One of the most unique restaurants in the Triangle.
1120 W Chatham St, Cary, NC 27511
Spanish tapas in downtown Durham. The jamón ibérico and the patatas bravas are both excellent. One of the best date-night spots in the Triangle.
109 W Main St, Durham, NC 27701
Wood-fired pizza in downtown Durham. The margherita and the spicy diavola are both excellent. A great casual dinner spot.
105 W Main St, Durham, NC 27701
Historic downtown Apex restaurant with a great patio. The burgers and the craft beer selection are both excellent. A local favorite.
207 N Salem St, Apex, NC 27502
A Wake Forest institution since 1915. The hot dogs are the star, but the burgers and milkshakes are also great. A must-visit for the small-town experience.
324 S White St, Wake Forest, NC 27587
Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine with fresh-baked pita. The shawarma and the falafel are both excellent. A great lunch spot near RTP.
2620 Renaissance Park Pl, Morrisville, NC 27560
Farm-to-table Southern cooking in Holly Springs. The shrimp and grits and the chicken and waffles are both excellent. A great family dinner spot.
104B Village Walk Dr, Holly Springs, NC 27540
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