Restaurants in Cary
Best Restaurants
Hot Pot • $$
“Staff clearly knows what's gluten free, happily points it out on the menu and at the dipping sauce station. Dipping sauce station is super clean and appeared free of contamination, no mixing of ingredients/sauces. Vegan options are obvious on the menu, and plentiful. Service was stellar, and soooo was the food! This is is my new favorite, hands down. Show up hungry, the servings are generous.”
American • $$$$
“Last weekend, we spent 48 glorious hours onshore celebrating my husband’s birthday. We arrived a night early of our third party member and caught a glimpse of the tasting menu. The standout was the compassion of one of the “Hannah’s” on my palate: well, my husband chose the wine pairing and had a perfect accompaniment to each course, I simply cannot keep up. I stated that and asked that she take pity on my slow pace and compare me for somebody who cannot keep pace. Hannah gave me a perfect accompaniment to both the first three and final two courses before rising to the occasion for a perfect pairing to dessert. This set the stage for the main event and Chef Greene’s tasting menu the second night. The making of both memories and dreams- a balance of molecular and traditional. My biggest Takeaway was simply than I have had tasting menus from Miami to New York City and everywhere in between and I’ve always left hungry. You ruin an experience with takeout pizza after a tasting menu, or so I’ve been told. This was not the case on either night. The portions satisfied. Finally. On this return trip to where I was born and raised, we all left satisfied with plans to come back as soon as we possibly can.”
Family • $$
“11/22/2025 Thanks to everyone from the front to the back!!! amazing service , lot of choice to have to eat !!! MIKE!! THANKS FOR THE NIGHT GREAT SERVICE TONIGHT!!!! YOU ARE THE BEST!!!! KEEPING DOING THAT WAY!!! WE ARE BACK AGAIN!!!! 100% HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!! CARLOS AND MARGIE RALEIGH NC!!!!”
Italian • $$
“Very nice restaurant, great food . 😋 Server Jake was very nice .”
Restaurants by Cuisine
Indian • $$
“My husband and I travel through Cary, North Carolina, about once every two months. We always make a point to dine at another Nepales’s restaurant nearby, but it was closed on Monday this time. The front desk staff at the Hyatt hotel in Cary suggested the Nepal House so we thought we would give it a try because we really had a craving for that type of food and we have been waiting all day to arrive so that we could dine at the other Nepal restaurant. The experience at the Nepal House was exceptional! The service was wonderful, my husband had a lamb dish and I had a chicken tandoor dish, I also had a house salad, and the best thing we had was the Momo’s! Everything was exceptional, but the Momo’s were to die for, we had never had them before and they were just out of this world you can’t go without having the Momos! They have a bar and a nice selection of wines. Everything was wonderful and we can’t wait to return again soon! We highly recommend this restaurant!”
Sushi Bar • $$$$
“Love M Sushi! We've been to the Durham and the Cary locations and the quality & taste of food is consistently fresh and delicious! The staff is always pleasant and helpful. The only criticism I would have is that though space is designed to feel exclusive, it's a bit cumbersome. It's by no means a deal breaker :)”
Recommended Restaurants
Recommended
“Greet food and service at a recent catering for a wedding”
American • $$
“If you are planning a special occasion or just want a night out at a wonderful restaurant, I have a bit of advice for you. Go to Chef Palette! This establishment has got it together. The atmosphere is just lovely. We planned our son and future daughter-in-law's rehearsal dinner from afar, way far.....Michigan. As stressful as that could have been, Kathie did everything to ease our stress. She calmed this Momma's heart and executed everything to a "T". The appetizer table was not only displayed beautifully, it was YUMMY! The salad, main entrees and dessert did not disappoint. But most of all, the staff was most kind and extremely professional. We cannot thank Kathie and the staff at Chef Palette enough for the wonderful and memorable evening we shared together. GO TO CHEF's PALETTE!”
American • $$
“Melanie rocks! She taught my child how to do intermediate multiplication while serving. Melanie deserves more than a singular instance of praise - Melanie deserves a statue!!! When I am back in the area, I will absolutely have Melanie take care of my family’s educational needs!”
Italian • $$
“La Grassa was a very pleasant surprise during my first visit. It won’t be my last! The food was SO delicious! We tried the rigatoni, risotto and fish dinner. All the flavors were excellent! And the fococcia bread was a perfect compliment to the rest of the meal. The atmosphere is lovely and the service was wonderful. We will be back soon!”
Restaurants with Delivery
Hot Pot • $$
“Staff clearly knows what's gluten free, happily points it out on the menu and at the dipping sauce station. Dipping sauce station is super clean and appeared free of contamination, no mixing of ingredients/sauces. Vegan options are obvious on the menu, and plentiful. Service was stellar, and soooo was the food! This is is my new favorite, hands down. Show up hungry, the servings are generous.”
Chinese • $
“Wife & I got takeout. She had the braised chicken. I had the oil splashed noodles. We also had tea eggs. My noodles were very good. Also got roujiamo. Food was tasty. Will likely visit again in a month or two. Drank plum juice.”
Himalayan/Nepalese • $
“We have had take away from this restaurant twice. It is our new favorite curry place. We have loved everything we ordered both times. Very fresh, flavorful and good portion sizes. We had tandoori mixed grill, butter chicken, Somosa chaat, aloo gobi, naans, raita and mango chutney. We have tried so many Indian restaurants in the area, this one is our new favorite. Their food, portions and prices are the best. The ginger lemon tea is a bonus!”
Family • $$
“11/22/2025 Thanks to everyone from the front to the back!!! amazing service , lot of choice to have to eat !!! MIKE!! THANKS FOR THE NIGHT GREAT SERVICE TONIGHT!!!! YOU ARE THE BEST!!!! KEEPING DOING THAT WAY!!! WE ARE BACK AGAIN!!!! 100% HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!! CARLOS AND MARGIE RALEIGH NC!!!!”
Italian • $$
“Very nice restaurant, great food . 😋 Server Jake was very nice .”
Pizza • $
“The pizza is delicious and coming from NJ, I know good pizza. I grew up eating NY style pizza and the pizza here is a very close second and a nice small friendly place to take your family for a quick bite to eat during the week when you can’t decide what to cook at home.”
Indian • $$
“My husband and I travel through Cary, North Carolina, about once every two months. We always make a point to dine at another Nepales’s restaurant nearby, but it was closed on Monday this time. The front desk staff at the Hyatt hotel in Cary suggested the Nepal House so we thought we would give it a try because we really had a craving for that type of food and we have been waiting all day to arrive so that we could dine at the other Nepal restaurant. The experience at the Nepal House was exceptional! The service was wonderful, my husband had a lamb dish and I had a chicken tandoor dish, I also had a house salad, and the best thing we had was the Momo’s! Everything was exceptional, but the Momo’s were to die for, we had never had them before and they were just out of this world you can’t go without having the Momos! They have a bar and a nice selection of wines. Everything was wonderful and we can’t wait to return again soon! We highly recommend this restaurant!”
Sushi Bar • $$$$
“Love M Sushi! We've been to the Durham and the Cary locations and the quality & taste of food is consistently fresh and delicious! The staff is always pleasant and helpful. The only criticism I would have is that though space is designed to feel exclusive, it's a bit cumbersome. It's by no means a deal breaker :)”
Italian • $$
“La Grassa was a very pleasant surprise during my first visit. It won’t be my last! The food was SO delicious! We tried the rigatoni, risotto and fish dinner. All the flavors were excellent! And the fococcia bread was a perfect compliment to the rest of the meal. The atmosphere is lovely and the service was wonderful. We will be back soon!”
Cafe • $
“I recommend the pina colada mochi, I am not much of a coconut shred person but this was delicious! And you don’t really taste the coconut shred toppings. And the queen moscat oolong tea was very smooth and light. And I’m not a tea person definitely would try it again. The cherry blossom sencha fruit tea with boba definitely a fruity drink and love the apple slices and oranges inside, definitely will order it again.”
Bistros • $$
“Spent the day exploring downtown Cary and came across this little bistro! Outside dining was great! Amazing food and friendly service! Sophia, my waitress was fantastic! Very friendly and attentive! The cocktail “The Butterfly Effect “ is just as good as it is pretty! The baked Brie and arugula/beet salad was delicious! Great find in Cary for sure!”
Vietnamese • $
“This place is INCREDIBLE. I got the stir fry noodles with beef and the dumplings. Everything came out fast and hot. The dumplings were crispy and do flavorful. The stir fried noodles were so flavorful and sooo good! 10/10 would recommend this place!”
Brewery
“Komana means Ohana. in honor of Lilo and stitch coming out but it's true. all the staff is AMAZING!”
Korean • $$
“Seol Grille is our absolute favorite place to eat! We go a handful of times a year and always leave full and happy. The food is so good and we always have an excellent experience! The servers always make sure my family and I are taken care of. We will be back again and again. We love Soul Grille!❤️”
Mexican • $$
“Our meal was delicious and our waiter Jose B was so attentive and answered all of our questions. It was quite loud I the restaurant so will try the patio next time. Will be back again soon”
Bistros • $$
“Spent the day exploring downtown Cary and came across this little bistro! Outside dining was great! Amazing food and friendly service! Sophia, my waitress was fantastic! Very friendly and attentive! The cocktail “The Butterfly Effect “ is just as good as it is pretty! The baked Brie and arugula/beet salad was delicious! Great find in Cary for sure!”
Online Reservation Available
American • $$$$
“Last weekend, we spent 48 glorious hours onshore celebrating my husband’s birthday. We arrived a night early of our third party member and caught a glimpse of the tasting menu. The standout was the compassion of one of the “Hannah’s” on my palate: well, my husband chose the wine pairing and had a perfect accompaniment to each course, I simply cannot keep up. I stated that and asked that she take pity on my slow pace and compare me for somebody who cannot keep pace. Hannah gave me a perfect accompaniment to both the first three and final two courses before rising to the occasion for a perfect pairing to dessert. This set the stage for the main event and Chef Greene’s tasting menu the second night. The making of both memories and dreams- a balance of molecular and traditional. My biggest Takeaway was simply than I have had tasting menus from Miami to New York City and everywhere in between and I’ve always left hungry. You ruin an experience with takeout pizza after a tasting menu, or so I’ve been told. This was not the case on either night. The portions satisfied. Finally. On this return trip to where I was born and raised, we all left satisfied with plans to come back as soon as we possibly can.”
Asian Fusion • $$$
“Made a reservation here a week ahead for a special occasion and was super excited to try it out. Our reservation was for 8pm and we arrived fifteen minutes early and didn’t get sat until around 8:30-8:45 but Being that I also work in the food industry and it’s Covid times, I didn’t see it as a big deal. I do wish I had snacked before hand though! They did send edamame to our table for the inconvenience once we were finally sat though which was a super nice and unnecessary gesture. Also, the ambience is lovely and super romantic. The best sushi I have ever had. So light and flavorful. We even got some dessert and I have to say the mochi doughnuts were to die for - I wish the chocolate sauce for dipping had been dark chocolate but that’s my personal preference. The only negative thing I have to say is it is a little pricey so it won’t be a regular spot for me personally but definitely a place to check out for special events or date nights.”
American • $$
“If you are planning a special occasion or just want a night out at a wonderful restaurant, I have a bit of advice for you. Go to Chef Palette! This establishment has got it together. The atmosphere is just lovely. We planned our son and future daughter-in-law's rehearsal dinner from afar, way far.....Michigan. As stressful as that could have been, Kathie did everything to ease our stress. She calmed this Momma's heart and executed everything to a "T". The appetizer table was not only displayed beautifully, it was YUMMY! The salad, main entrees and dessert did not disappoint. But most of all, the staff was most kind and extremely professional. We cannot thank Kathie and the staff at Chef Palette enough for the wonderful and memorable evening we shared together. GO TO CHEF's PALETTE!”
Korean • $$
“Seol Grille is our absolute favorite place to eat! We go a handful of times a year and always leave full and happy. The food is so good and we always have an excellent experience! The servers always make sure my family and I are taken care of. We will be back again and again. We love Soul Grille!❤️”
Sushi Bar • $$
“I love eating at Zest. It is contemporary, inviting, and delicious. A wonderful addition to DT Cary.”
Italian • $$
“The food is always delicious and service is impeccable. Ethan is a great waiter.”
“We’ve been enjoying the delicious food from Cilantro Indian Cafe for years and it’s still just as good as ever. Highly recommended!”
New American • $$
“First time dining here last night...great friendly staff, great atmosphere, and probably a Top 5 meal that I have ever had! THIS PLACE IS A GEM! You can absolutely tell it's local and fresh (and I normally think that's BS). Started with the Crispy Brussels Sprouts and then the Homage to the Pig and my wife got the Shrimp Pasta. Incredible (chef's kiss). Going back for sure!”
American • $$
“I was pleasantly surprised. I dined at the more "private" section, and the food was excellent. The service was just as good.”
Indian • $$
“First tried this gem a few weeks ago and then went tonight and both times the service and food was amazing! The staff gave the best recommendations and they even made an espresso martini (wasn’t on the menu) but wanted to see if we’d like it the way the made it and one of the BEST ever. The butter chicken is my favorite!”
Indian • $$
“What a great addition to the neighborhood! So easy to get to. They've been great to work with!”
Asian Fusion • $$$
“MC is by far one of the very best restaurants in the Triangle & in the State. The quality of the service, culinary experience, & ambiance rival the Michelin Star restaurants across the country I’ve had the pleasure of dining at. If there’s any restaurant in the state that deserves Michelin recognition, it’s MC. The consistency of quality even with an ever-changing menu keeps me coming back for more. I’ve taken many friends & family here & I constantly get asked when we’ll be coming back. Bravo Chef, you’ve built an incredible experience.”
Irish Pub • $$
“Love the atmosphere! Great service, great food and drinks 🍻”
Asian Fusion • $$$
“Made a reservation here a week ahead for a special occasion and was super excited to try it out. Our reservation was for 8pm and we arrived fifteen minutes early and didn’t get sat until around 8:30-8:45 but Being that I also work in the food industry and it’s Covid times, I didn’t see it as a big deal. I do wish I had snacked before hand though! They did send edamame to our table for the inconvenience once we were finally sat though which was a super nice and unnecessary gesture. Also, the ambience is lovely and super romantic. The best sushi I have ever had. So light and flavorful. We even got some dessert and I have to say the mochi doughnuts were to die for - I wish the chocolate sauce for dipping had been dark chocolate but that’s my personal preference. The only negative thing I have to say is it is a little pricey so it won’t be a regular spot for me personally but definitely a place to check out for special events or date nights.”
Indian • $$
“We’ve been enjoying the delicious food from Cilantro Indian Cafe for years and it’s still just as good as ever. Highly recommended!”
New American • $$
“First time dining here last night...great friendly staff, great atmosphere, and probably a Top 5 meal that I have ever had! THIS PLACE IS A GEM! You can absolutely tell it's local and fresh (and I normally think that's BS). Started with the Crispy Brussels Sprouts and then the Homage to the Pig and my wife got the Shrimp Pasta. Incredible (chef's kiss). Going back for sure!”
24 Hour Restaurants
Coffee Shops • $
“I was there March 6 at 9pm. The lady in the drive-
through window taking the payment was FANTASTIC. One of the few actually kind McD employees I’ve seen in a long time - interested in selling and just paying attention and being customer focused and smiling. Thank you! Im just sorry I did not catch your name to call it out specifically. Ps - food was also great and fast.”
Fast Food • $
“This is by far is my absolute favorite McDonald’s . I live in Raleigh and come here to Cary just for McDonald’s . I even pick up delivery orders sometimes from here . It’s a wonderful atmosphere, with wonderful people . The morning crew are always super kind and professional. I come here for breakfast and they are always nice . Also , The night manager , is extremely helpful and super nice as well . She always makes sure I have everything I need before leaving . She always makes sure my orders are right . Whether it’s personal or for a customer . She’s sweet . I love it there . Please come check it out !!! They will always make your food fresh and hot . Thanks for being so consistent with food quality and customer service guys . Everyone deserves a raise . Best wishes to everyone!!! Signed Amber aka AC”
Barbeque • $$
“Our first time here and we will definitely be back! Our server was awesome and everything tasted great, especially the custard buns. And you get a lil ice cream cup on the way out :) We wanted to try to strawberry soju but they were out so we opted for peach instead and it was great too!”
“Greet food and service at a recent catering for a wedding”
Takeout Restaurants
Ethiopian • $
“I had never tried Ethiopian food before, so I wasn’t sure what to expect — but I’m so glad I gave it a shot! The food was incredibly fresh and absolutely delicious. The staff was warm, welcoming, and offered great recommendations that really enhanced the experience. This food truck has quickly become one of my top three favorites. I’ll definitely be coming back, and I highly recommend you give it a try too!”
Cafe • $
“Such a wonderful cafe with so many great options and also wonderful and helpful staff. Our family loves to go here especially for the delicious almond cake!”
American • $$
“Melanie rocks! She taught my child how to do intermediate multiplication while serving. Melanie deserves more than a singular instance of praise - Melanie deserves a statue!!! When I am back in the area, I will absolutely have Melanie take care of my family’s educational needs!”
Taiwanese • $
“Always love visiting Cha House! Great atmosphere and delicious tea.”
Brunch • $
“We eat here at least once a month and are always impressed, but this time we had Yasmine as our server. She went so far above and beyond, we will be hoping she is there everytime we come.
Everything came out fast even though the restaurant was absolutely slammed for Sunday brunch. She anticipated every need and even made my burger better (shout out avocado on the burger and one of each sauce).
Could not have asked for a better server or experience.”
Breakfast • $
“Unusual experience today at first watch. Greeter appeared to be a disinterested customer, approached me and asked “how many” while paying more attention to his phone than to my answer. Wasn’t dressed in the normal uniform and while I answered him I still assumed he was joking around since none of the workers were present. I’m sure my breakfast will be great as usual but someone needs to train him that he is the first impression a customer is going to get and my interaction with him wasn’t great”
Bakery • $$
“Once in a Blue Moon Bakery did an exceptional job with my parents' 70th anniversary cake!! Every detail was exactly as I requested and the cake itself was delicious (red velvet)!! I cannot recommend them enough. Excellent service, right on time and thorough attention to detail. And reasonable prices!”
Breakfast • $
“Courtney is a great server. Always makes sure that everything is what we wanted or need. Highly recommend her.”
Ramen • $
“Miso Ramen bar is undeniably delicious, and my son considers it his favorite ramen spot. Situated conveniently near Downtown Raleigh, the restaurant offers ample parking. I recommend arriving a bit early as there may be a short wait (reservations are not accepted), but there is bar seating available. Upon arrival, you can add your name to the waitlist, which is a nice touch. The restaurant is consistently busy, yet always well-maintained with clean facilities. The servers are knowledgeable about the menu and go the extra mile to ensure a welcoming experience. Whether dining with friends or adults, everyone can find something appetizing on the menu. Here is what we order on our most recent visit: Karage Wings $12 Pork Belly Buns (2) $9 Kids Miso Ramen with Chicken and Eggs Grilled Chicken Rice Bowl $12 The food was delicious overall, and I particularly enjoyed the wings and the pork belly bun. A tip to keep in mind: it's best to finish the wings while you're at the restaurant. If you have any leftovers and take them home, they don't reheat well.”
Noodles • $
“It’s is a hidden gem! Very cozy atmosphere and kid friendly. They came out and gave her a little plushie for Mother’s Day. The staff was very nice and very helpful with the menu and loved having a baby in the restaurant.
We got the mixed soup dumplings, pan fried pork buns, and hot and sour pork soup with glass noodles. The food was fresh and tasted amazing! Will definitely be adding this place into our rotation.”
American • $$
“I was pleasantly surprised. I dined at the more "private" section, and the food was excellent. The service was just as good.”
Japanese • $$
“Exceptionally good food for such a quiet, unassuming place! We cant wait to come back and try absolutely everything on the menu… so far not one dish has missed the mark!”
Bar • $$
“Awesome food, great environment to watch Brazilian sports! Also the people are phenomenal. Met a lifetime friend here!”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
Ice Cream Shop • $$
“Unique flavors you can't get in surrounding area shops. Homemade, fresh waffle bowls that are still warm. Ube ice cream that tastes like the Philippines.”
Ice Cream Shop • $
“owners were very welcoming and friendly to us out of staters. He let us tate a sample prior to making our selections. I highly recommend.”
Bakery • $$
“Lovely treats, definitely reminds me of home in Germany. 10/10 would recommend to everyone wanting to try a taste of Germany.”
Mexican • $$
“We're from Erie, PA and visit our son in Apex,nC often. Your restaurant is his favorite and now it is ours. I was amazed with your Camarones Al Coco dish on the menue with coconut!! It is by far one of your best. See you again!”
Southern • $
“Great Grape Salad Friendly Staff Chicken Salads are outstanding Can’t go wrong”
Bar • $$
“Awesome food, great environment to watch Brazilian sports! Also the people are phenomenal. Met a lifetime friend here!”
Bakery • $
“The bread is always fresh and delicious, and the prices are significantly lower than other stores.”
Italian • $$
“Visiting from Buffalo NY with my cousin Beth and I must say the food and service was outstanding! I ordered the homemade pasta with a red cream sauce which was to die for. Even the bread is unbelievably delicious! All 4 of us loved the entire evening of delicious food and wonderful service. I wish Buffalo offered such fabulous food and experience!!!”
Asian Fusion • $
“Stopped in for our first time and the whole family loved our food! Will be back again.”
Steak House • $$$$
“😀Customer Service was outstanding and the food was exemplary.”
Bar • $$
“Went for the royal rumble wrestling event and had a phenomenal time”
Indian • $$
“What a great addition to the neighborhood! So easy to get to. They've been great to work with!”
Asian Fusion • $$$
“MC is by far one of the very best restaurants in the Triangle & in the State. The quality of the service, culinary experience, & ambiance rival the Michelin Star restaurants across the country I’ve had the pleasure of dining at. If there’s any restaurant in the state that deserves Michelin recognition, it’s MC. The consistency of quality even with an ever-changing menu keeps me coming back for more. I’ve taken many friends & family here & I constantly get asked when we’ll be coming back. Bravo Chef, you’ve built an incredible experience.”
Cheap Eats
Pizza • $
“We love Salvio’s, but I’m so sad that with the new online ordering system there is no option for roni cups except for on a specialty square pizza. Please add roni cups back to the build your own pizza ☹️ High quality pizza, delicious!”
Coffee & Tea • $
“Had brunch there, the food was amazing and the employees were all so nice. Can't wait to go back and try lunch”
Coffee Shops • $
“So glad they opened in West Cary! I missed a coffee shop and they treat me like family! Check them out!”
Dessert • $
“We just discovered this local place tonight. The cheesecake and pie was AMAZING! We will definitely be back. This is a hidden gem. You will not be disappointed. Give them a try.”
Coffee & Tea • $
“Really good bagels but nearly $6 for a bagel with cream cheese! I’ve been 3 times and it’s always consistent— the S&P bagel is so good! Breakfast sandwiches are delicious but over $10! I’m from CA and even in San Francisco you’d be hard pressed to find a bagel that’s $6– maybe a breakfast sandwich but not a bagel with cream cheese. The cream cheese is DELICIOUS! Chewy bagels. The two young women I’ve seen at the register have been unfriendly and somewhat cranky each time I come in.”
Mexican • $
“Nos gustó probamos los tacos al pastor, los de cabeza y la torta de milanesa y es auténtica comida mexicana lo cual se agradece muchísimo 🙏🏾.”
Coffee Shops • $
“Great coffee and pastries in a cozy atmosphere.”
Bubble Tea • $
“Hidden gem. 1000% worth it.
If you drive by it is not very obvious there is a shop in there. But once is enough for you to come back for more! The food is SO GOOD. A super crispy warm baguette, delicious meat (grilled pork is my go to) with fresh cucumber, jalapeño, cilantro, and pickled radish. Pair it with lychee tea with popping pearls and its the best meal ever!”
Ice Cream Shop • $
“Every time I visit the employees couldn’t be more helpful and polite , the ice cream is my families favorite , their ice cream cakes are out of this world delicious 😍”
Bubble Tea • $
“Beat icecream and pizza experience. Wide variety of Indian icecream and Indian pizza are outstanding. Their Vada pav and dabeli are must try. Hidden gem in Cary. Highly recommended”
Pizza • $
“Alway enjoy stopping in to pick up my pizzas - the store is always very clean, the pies are ready, and the people are always very friendly and act like they enjoy working there.”
Irish Pub • $$
“Love the atmosphere! Great service, great food and drinks 🍻”
Italian • $$
“Visiting from Buffalo NY with my cousin Beth and I must say the food and service was outstanding! I ordered the homemade pasta with a red cream sauce which was to die for. Even the bread is unbelievably delicious! All 4 of us loved the entire evening of delicious food and wonderful service. I wish Buffalo offered such fabulous food and experience!!!”
Sushi Bar • $$
“I love eating at Zest. It is contemporary, inviting, and delicious. A wonderful addition to DT Cary.”
Italian • $$
“The food is always delicious and service is impeccable. Ethan is a great waiter.”
Bar & Grill • $$
“Amazing experience all around! Customer service was above and beyond anything you could imagine! Golf was more fun than ever! Food was unbelievable, drinks were top notch and the music was spot on for a great time!!”
Steak House • $$$$
“😀Customer Service was outstanding and the food was exemplary.”
Bar • $$
“Went for the royal rumble wrestling event and had a phenomenal time”
Sushi • $$
“Best sushi in Raleigh area hands down! I miss the Korean menu items but understand Covid and inflation makes it hard for small businesses to not change and adapt! We drive forty minutes for the sushi too!”
Sushi • $$
“We come to Sushi at the Park often. We always ask for Jen because she is a wonderful server and bartender. She gets 5 stars and so does the restaurant. The only recommendation I would make is to have the option for quail eggs on the Ikura.”
Japanese • $$
“Ramen and sushi were both outstanding! Prompt, friendly service. Highly recommend!”
Wine Bar • $$
“Visited last night and loved the venue! Beautiful atmosphere and friendly staff. Live music was awesome with Sayer McShane. Patio and inside seating with glass walls that open for an inside outside feel. Highly recommend!!”
Mexican • $$
“We're from Erie, PA and visit our son in Apex,nC often. Your restaurant is his favorite and now it is ours. I was amazed with your Camarones Al Coco dish on the menue with coconut!! It is by far one of your best. See you again!”
Indian • $$
“First tried this gem a few weeks ago and then went tonight and both times the service and food was amazing! The staff gave the best recommendations and they even made an espresso martini (wasn’t on the menu) but wanted to see if we’d like it the way the made it and one of the BEST ever. The butter chicken is my favorite!”
Bar & Grill • $$
“The One Nine is one bar you don't want to miss! The food is so delicious especially the wings and everything else is tasty. The staff is one of a kind especially Anjelica, Maddie, Stella, manager Matt and owner Brian.”
Seafood • $$
“Extremely friendly staff, happy environment. Food was amazing 🙂↕️”
Steak House • $$
“We were in the restaurant on 4/10 and Liz B was our waitress. She was the bubbliest, friendliest waitress and made sure we were taken care of. My husband has high standards for waitresses and as we were leaving he said "she was the best waitress I have had in a long time!" That is a huge comment within itself. Thanks for a great experience Liz B!!”
American • $$
“Food is creative, services are amazing, when I asked hot water, they bring whole water pot and mug, very kind, also the atmosphere and the open kitchen interior are neat.”
Seafood • $$
“Always a good stop! Bartenders are great, manager is attentive and food is very good! Martinis on Monday, Bang Bang Shrimp on Wednesdays and Great Makers Mark Paper Planes everyday!”
American • $$
“Loved the build your own salad...pleasant atmosphere, staff was friendly...”
Burgers • $$
“I made my first visit to Sophie’s for the 90s R&B paint and sip event and am looking forward to returning! I was immediately welcomed by staff and a very nicely decorated and cozy environment. The bar is beautiful and there are lots of windows. There was a special menu for the event but the variety was great and I was pleasantly surprised by the incredibly flavorful salmon on a bun with a generous helping of delicious fries. The servers were very busy, but maintained great interaction with the customers. Highly recommend!”
Korean • $$
“I had the beef soup. It was so flavorful! The sides were amazing. Second time I’m here snd will be back for more”
Ethiopian • $$
“I have had Ethiopian food from many different restaurants, and let me tell you—Awaze Cuisine is by far the best Ethiopian food I have ever had. Everytime we come back for more, it’s as good-if not better-than the last time. Not only is the food amazing, but the restaurant is super clean and the vibe is calm and welcoming. We cannot recommend this place enough.”
Asian • $$
“Live in the area. Tried it for the first time and everything was perfect. Service, pricing, and food perfect”
Italian • $$
“I had dinner here for my friend's birthday celebration and I must say the service was great. The food was good and the atmosphere was welcoming. I would recommend this place to family and friends and give you 5 stars.”
Japanese • $$
“Amazing vegetable flatbread and farro salad! Great selections too!”
Dessert • $$
“Jaylaan made my birthday experience very special! She was extremely sweet, professional and brightened my whole day! Jaylaan is the example of what customer service should look like! Over all very pleased❤️”
Bubble Tea • $$
“Ordered a drink that came out wrong, explained it so I could order something different as it wasn't tasting right at all. Still get charged for the old drink, infact my drink points I redeemed didn't even get accounted for. Terrible service. They won't remake your drink either, even if it's clearly wrong. don't recommend cary location its only gotten worse.”
Japanese • $$
“Fresh and delicious food, especially the sushi! Would highly recommend having lunch or dinner at Kashin!”
Bar & Grill • $$
“Great hangout. Friendly staff. Play just about any game on pc setups. Classic coin-ops and consoles. All free-play so buy plenty of food and drinks.. Menu is priced well and creative. As a gaming content creator/live streamer, it's a welcome change of venue for me to play, stream, and bump elbows with others into e-sports/gaming. 5 out of 5 stars.. this is the future 🎮🕹🤖”
Indian • $$
“I can't sing Chettinad Anjappar Party Catering's praises enough! At the outset, want to sincerely thank you for being so accommodating at such short notice and allowing we to rent your banquet space for last evening.. Special thank you to, Om Prakash, for his immediate responses (and patience!) and the fact that his entire team Ragan, Parasuram, and the rest of the crew are so genuine and caring. The food was absolutely delicious and the service you provide was outstanding, that too with a smile till the end. Thank you Anjappar Restaurant for making my husband’s 40th surprise birthday celebrations a grand success!!! We couldn’t have asked for a better place to celebrate this milestone birthday of his. It has been a pleasure to do business with you and will knock your doors again & again :)!”
American • $$
“I went here for my birthday dinner yesterday. The food and service were fantastic. The only drawback is looking at one of the framed pictures of cows while eating a Smashburger. Oh, the guilt. 🤣”
Southern • $$
“family went a few days ago for the very 1st time. Upon entering the hostess sat us at a table. There wasn't much of a crowd.and we did not have to wait. Once seated NOT.1 person came.to.our table to greet us, give water,etc. We waited over 10 mins and STILL no service. We got up and exited. We will never come back to this establishment and will NOT recommend either. Disappointed.”
Beer Bar • $$
“The owner and team members are so personable and awesome! Great neighborhood hang out.”
Bar • $$
“Gentleman Jim invited us in. We got there before the Saturday evening crowd. Medina took great care of us. The food was awesome. The music exactly fit our style. We loved it!”
Indian • $$
“We stopped here for dine in and ordered Gobi Manchurian, Chicken Fried Momo, Tuttak Kebab, and Hyderabadi Goat Dum Biryani — and honestly, everything was so good!”
Thai • $$
“We love Thai food and this was the best we’ve had since moving here from California 2 years ago. So flavorful and spiced just right. Our waitress Jane was spot on, very friendly. In fact every one working there were very friendly. It was raining like crazy and they loaned me an umbrella. I highly recommend Sushi Thai Cary”
Pubs • $$
“I want to call this place a dive bar or a hole in the wall but that would be an insult. This place is just a comfy chill down-to-earth bar with great people where you can chat, watch some games, play shuffleboard, have a drink. Great atmosphere and low key vibe.”
Thai • $$
“We haven’t had Thai food this good since moving from CA. The food was authentic and exceptionally delicious. High quality ingredients executed to perfection. Our family is beyond excited to come back here again. It is our first of many many many visits to come. Perfect was incredibly welcoming. Love love love this place !!!”
Sports Bar • $$
“Food was amazing. Service was great. Large screen tvs abound for sports watching.”
American • $$
“Chases provided exceptional service by making himself available for us.”
Bar & Grill • $$
“We recently visited for lunch while visiting Raleigh and received excellent service from Eric and Jade. Great food and very friendly staff. All around great experience!”
Chinese • $$
“Amazing vegetation food and especially Nilesh Patel very good service I will give five star to this restaurant”
Japanese • $$
“One of my favorite low-key spots in Cary! All of the food I’ve had at Yuri is incredibly fresh, tasty, and so well presented. We frequently order online for pickup, and our food is always ready right on time. The staff is so friendly and always willing to answer questions about the menu or make recommendations. I cannot get enough of the toro scallion roll!!! Definitely recommend trying Yuri if you’re looking for a reliable, affordable, and fresh sushi spot in Cary!”
Pizza • $$
“We are Brixx regulars, but I was very disappointed in the Italian meatballs. They are highly processed and taste terrible! I used to love the meatballs with polenta so I thought I’d try these. I’m going back to wings or a salad. Very disappointed.”
Korean • $$
“The food was absolutely delicious, and the staff were so sweet, friendly, and welcoming from the moment we walked in. The atmosphere was cozy and comfortable, and everything we ordered was full of flavor. Definitely a spot I’d love to come back to again. Highly recommend for anyone craving good Korean food and great service! 💕”
Pizza • $$
“Hands down THE best breakfast sandwich I’ve ever had! Very friendly staff and hands on owners making the experience memorable. Will recommend to everyone!”
Indian • $$
“Went a couple of days ago and was very impressed. Everything was hot, fresh and authentic. Loved the fried cauliflower. I will definitely go back and I definitely recommend it to those looking for real Indian cuisine.”
Steak House • $$
“The server was very kind, but she forgot half of our appetiser order and we didn't get our appetizers until our sushi had already been brought to the table. The food was phenomenal.”
Tex-Mex • $$
“Wonderful staff! Had our lunch here and it’s amazing food!! Thank you Lauren!!”
Japanese • $$
“I ordered through uber eats. They had a special for buy one get one free on their salmon box. I also got a California roll. I thought the sushi was good. I had no problems with ordering and will likely order again. I have seen a lot of negative reviews from other customers regarding uber orders. While I can't speak to their experience, I had no issue with my meal. The sushi, again, was good. Not perfect, but as good as I could expect from delivered sushi. EDIT: ordered again the same thing. No problems. Good sushi.”
American • $$
“From the entrance, sitting area, dining, The Food - every thing I sampled and had was outstanding!!!! Fried Green Tomatoes, Calamari, Pimento Cheese, chicken dish, pork tenderloin, shrimp and grits, buttermilk creme brulee, strawberry lemonade dessert, and sorbet..... The BROWNE Cabernet Sauvignon was perfect!! Will be going back here to dine again! Reservations - would recommend.”
Korean Barbecue • $$
“OMG! I am so full! I recommend the garlic pork belly and the brisket!”
Italian • $$
“We chose the Cary location Olive Garden to cater my daughter’s wedding of 90 people last Saturday. The were fantastic. Dana helped us so much with quantities we needed for that many people. Delivery and set up was right on time and everyone LOVED the food! Recommend for any catered event.”
Sushi • $$
“what a great experience. sushi was incredible and service was personal and very friendly. my wife and I will be going back!!! my wife enjoyed an outstanding cocktail!”
Wine Bar • $$
“Very good food, great wine selection, and enjoyable tasting flights. The ambiance was lovely and made for a nice outing.
Service was a bit inconsistent during our visit. We didn’t see our waitress very often, and one interaction felt less welcoming than expected when we asked a question about the menu. That said, the food, wine, and atmosphere were the highlights, and overall we enjoyed the experience. We’d consider returning.”
Chinese • $$
“BEST PLACE EVER NO JOKE. people dont understand how much i love this place bro like deadass they make the best food and they just are bosses and most of the employees know spanish phrases which is so nice! and they are super nice and that SOUP IS TO DIE FOR. IM NOT EVEN JOKING LIKE SERIOUSLLLYLYLYLYLLLYLY. but seriously like its a really good place.”
Bar • $$
“I was only there because I'm planning to get back to my life where I had so much fun in the world. The drive there was awesome, but I only looked around to see what kind of games they had and what kind of prizes they got. It's an arcade made for fun”
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Seafood • $$
“Always a good stop! Bartenders are great, manager is attentive and food is very good! Martinis on Monday, Bang Bang Shrimp on Wednesdays and Great Makers Mark Paper Planes everyday!”
Mexican • $
“The restaurant has been tastefully redecorated - a modern, clean look, with big windows looking out over the pond next door, and a nice outdoor dining area. tasteful, not loud background music. This is definitely NOT a typical tex-mex place. The chef has trained in Mexico, and the dishes are all superbly prepared. We go to Mexico frequently, and the tortilla soup was among the very best we've ever tasted. The mole enchiladas were superbly rich and flavorful. The flan's description is far too modest. They left out the black raspberry, blueberries, mint garnish and orange/brown sugar glaze. Wow! Service was attentive and helpful. Not a fancy place, but a place to return to again, and again. At least 5 stars!”
Mexican • $
“Food was amazing; service was slow but outstanding and pleasant. Would like to complement the Chef(s). Their combination of flavors was superb”
Chinese • $
“Been ordering from China Cary for years. The food is always very good., very fresh with generous portions. A neighborhood gem.”
Barbecue • $
“Miss MO is a perfect person to have in the Carey store. She is the most friendly and helpful person that I have ever experienced in a restaurant. I come from Oregon 1 to 2 times a year and will definitely return to see and experience Miss Mo!”
Sports Bar • $
“Great food......would always recommend whatever special they have as they are always fantastic! Great service!”
Grocery Store • $$
“Left with lots of fresh, bottled, boxed and frozen items.”
Seafood Markets • $
“Wow! Best fried catfish ever! Neighbor told me about this place and it did not disappoint. Huge and fresh perfectly fried with a gorgeous scald to perfection. Will be returning again and again if I have my way.”
Indian • $
“This place should have 5stars nice friendly service best Indian food I've ever ate I've ate all over Durham and chapel Hill at other Indian restaurants and no place compares to blue fox I just love this restaurant I eat here twice a week 😋”
Bar • $
“Christian is amazing! So personable and ensure your needs are met . I will most definitely be back again. In addition Griffen was also just attentive. The atmosphere on the rooftop is an amazing vibe!!”
Mexican • $$
“We're from Erie, PA and visit our son in Apex,nC often. Your restaurant is his favorite and now it is ours. I was amazed with your Camarones Al Coco dish on the menue with coconut!! It is by far one of your best. See you again!”
Indian • $$
“My husband and I travel through Cary, North Carolina, about once every two months. We always make a point to dine at another Nepales’s restaurant nearby, but it was closed on Monday this time. The front desk staff at the Hyatt hotel in Cary suggested the Nepal House so we thought we would give it a try because we really had a craving for that type of food and we have been waiting all day to arrive so that we could dine at the other Nepal restaurant. The experience at the Nepal House was exceptional! The service was wonderful, my husband had a lamb dish and I had a chicken tandoor dish, I also had a house salad, and the best thing we had was the Momo’s! Everything was exceptional, but the Momo’s were to die for, we had never had them before and they were just out of this world you can’t go without having the Momos! They have a bar and a nice selection of wines. Everything was wonderful and we can’t wait to return again soon! We highly recommend this restaurant!”
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Taiwanese • $
“Always love visiting Cha House! Great atmosphere and delicious tea.”
Vietnamese • $
“This place is INCREDIBLE. I got the stir fry noodles with beef and the dumplings. Everything came out fast and hot. The dumplings were crispy and do flavorful. The stir fried noodles were so flavorful and sooo good! 10/10 would recommend this place!”
Brunch • $
“We eat here at least once a month and are always impressed, but this time we had Yasmine as our server. She went so far above and beyond, we will be hoping she is there everytime we come.
Everything came out fast even though the restaurant was absolutely slammed for Sunday brunch. She anticipated every need and even made my burger better (shout out avocado on the burger and one of each sauce).
Could not have asked for a better server or experience.”
Coffee & Tea • $
“Had brunch there, the food was amazing and the employees were all so nice. Can't wait to go back and try lunch”
Breakfast • $
“Unusual experience today at first watch. Greeter appeared to be a disinterested customer, approached me and asked “how many” while paying more attention to his phone than to my answer. Wasn’t dressed in the normal uniform and while I answered him I still assumed he was joking around since none of the workers were present. I’m sure my breakfast will be great as usual but someone needs to train him that he is the first impression a customer is going to get and my interaction with him wasn’t great”
Pizza • $
“Can I suggest getting shirts made that say “once you go square no others compare” Compliments of my wife we just want free pizza for the idea no royalties needed.”
Breakfast • $
“Courtney is a great server. Always makes sure that everything is what we wanted or need. Highly recommend her.”
Cafe • $
“Such a wonderful cafe with so many great options and also wonderful and helpful staff. Our family loves to go here especially for the delicious almond cake!”
Chinese • $
“Wife & I got takeout. She had the braised chicken. I had the oil splashed noodles. We also had tea eggs. My noodles were very good. Also got roujiamo. Food was tasty. Will likely visit again in a month or two. Drank plum juice.”
Pizza • $
“Very family friendly! Ate outside, they provided balls of pizza dough and coloring pages for the kids, and even gave us gelato samples at the end! Food was also excellent, as always. Highly recommend!”
Cafe • $
“I recommend the pina colada mochi, I am not much of a coconut shred person but this was delicious! And you don’t really taste the coconut shred toppings. And the queen moscat oolong tea was very smooth and light. And I’m not a tea person definitely would try it again. The cherry blossom sencha fruit tea with boba definitely a fruity drink and love the apple slices and oranges inside, definitely will order it again.”
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Mexican • $$
“Our meal was delicious and our waiter Jose B was so attentive and answered all of our questions. It was quite loud I the restaurant so will try the patio next time. Will be back again soon”
Indian
“Stopped by this food truck next to our neighborhood and it was a fantastic! The food is flavorful and tasty. The owners are so generous and kind, always going out of their way to make you feel welcome. Highly recommend if you’re in the area!”
Mexican
“This is my new favorite restaurant in all the triangle! The very best Tex Mex you can get!”
Pizza • $
“Great food…. Love the pizza have to get the ranch to go with…. Love the salads too the team is so great!”
Bar & Grill • $$
“Amazing experience all around! Customer service was above and beyond anything you could imagine! Golf was more fun than ever! Food was unbelievable, drinks were top notch and the music was spot on for a great time!!”
Ice Cream Shop
“The milkshake was delicious! One of the best I’ve had in a while! I like that they are open a little later than normal as well. I definitely recommend trying this place out.”
Dessert
“Tasty drinks, with options for the unique che Vietnamese dessert drink. I'm not a fan of those, but the tea I had (winter melon milk tea) and the salted cream coffee (super strong and thick but tasty) were great.”
American • $$
“Food is creative, services are amazing, when I asked hot water, they bring whole water pot and mug, very kind, also the atmosphere and the open kitchen interior are neat.”
New American • $
“I love this place! I tired it the first time last August when my son was here for a baseball event. We’re back and I have literally dreamed about eating this again for a year!”
Japanese • $$
“Amazing vegetable flatbread and farro salad! Great selections too!”
Bar & Grill • $$
“Great hangout. Friendly staff. Play just about any game on pc setups. Classic coin-ops and consoles. All free-play so buy plenty of food and drinks.. Menu is priced well and creative. As a gaming content creator/live streamer, it's a welcome change of venue for me to play, stream, and bump elbows with others into e-sports/gaming. 5 out of 5 stars.. this is the future 🎮🕹🤖”
Greek
“I can’t say enough good things about this place—the food was absolutely phenomenal. It’s been ages since I’ve had a meal that memorable. Every bite was full of flavor, and you can really tell they put so much care into what they serve.
But the true star of the night was our waiter, Simeon. He went above and beyond to make our experience feel special from start to finish. Attentive, kind, and genuinely welcoming, he made the whole evening even more enjoyable. It’s rare to come across service that stands out this much, and he truly was the best waiter we’ve had in a long time.”
Halal • $
“I’ve been visiting this location since the’ve opened, Great food, amazing service always. Me and my wife love coming here for lunch. We always get beef platter, I tried their new beef / lamb today. Wow it’s was really tasty.”
Chinese
“THIS PLACE IS DELICIOUS & SO CLEAN!!! I have to make more money in life so I can buy of “Meet Xi An” food. She even thru in the soap dumplings I’ve been wanting to try but I was budgeting cause this is my 3rd day in a row coming. The Chinese burger is sooo tasty and already so cheap. I loveeeeeee this place”
“Very good idea for family and friends”