Restaurants in Chapel Hill

“Our server, Edwin, provided excellent service and was timely and attentive. the food was delicious! Cant wait to go back.”

“Everyone there was super nice and the food SLAPPED. There was also a BlueMoon representative there that gave us all a free glass and she was super nice too! Would go again, period.”

“What a fantastic dining experience. If you get a chance to go, do it! The footed is incredible, you will experience service rarely found in the states, all with a fun atmosphere in a lovely dining setting.”

“We went in the middle of the week, celebrating a 50th birthday party. We were a small group. We had the delight of having Mitch as our server, he was incredibly patient with those with allergies and anxiety. Thank you for that Mitch. It was a moment that everyone at the table was grateful for. We later went back in the week to get the Brilliant Cheeseburgers to go. 100 stars.”

“Some of the absolute best food around! Merritt’s has now become out “go-to” place for pregame foot before all Tar Heel events! Best burgers/BLTs/pimento cheese/soup and everything else you can think of anywhere around!!! Cannot go wrong with a stop into Merritt’s!”

“Went in craving a root beer float and sadly they did not have it available. Mel, the store manger, got us right. He told us if we went and got root beer, he would make it for us. Went to raising canes, bought root beer, brought it back. Mel gladly took the root beer and made perfect float. Great experience, great float, friendly staff that went above and beyond to make my experience enjoyable. Would definetly recommend. Especially with canes root beer.
10/5 stars”

“We go here whenever we come to Chapel Hill”

“great service and best Italian I've had since leaving Chicago. among my top 3 meals ever!”

“We had such a great experience. Lizz was our server and she was amazing!!! This was our family’s first time here and we were celebrating our son for earning straight A’s on his report card. They gave him the most delicious donuts and Lizz made really excellent dish recommendations. We will return for sure!!”

“Karen was an amazing server! The food is great and the atmosphere is amazing.”

“The food is delicious and authentic! The staff are nice, and one of them gave me a great recommendation for the tomato and beef noodle soup. I also loved the fried sesame balls - perfect texture and taste. It is a good restaurant to dine in, as it is cozy and calming. Will be back!”

“Amazing food, service and cool location.”

“The food was excellent, the staff was friendly, and it’s reasonably priced. Highly recommend!”

“I got the wedding cake cookie and an oatmeal cream pie. They totally blew my mind! A great balance of flavors and textures that can only be made by expert hands. No wonder they expanded into the next suite over! Not to mention the cashier was really nice - she even made a shy guy like me open up.”

“My husband and I visited Momo's Master for the first time this evening and had a wonderful experience. We tried Steamed Momo's with veggie filling served with 2 of their signature dipping sauces, and Himalayan Fried Rice (vegetarian). It was great to see the option for both masala tea and coffee on the menu, especially in a downtown Chapel Hill restaurant, therefore we had to try both Himalayan Masala Tea and Himalayan Coffee, and we were glad that we did. I usually do not write reviews but when the food is that good, I do. The momos were one of the best we have had so far and the flavors of both the signature sauces blended well with that of momos. Himalayan fried rice was hot, spicy and very good. The Punjabi guy, Sukhi, and Usha (from Nepal) - both chefs, were great; Sukhi came and asked us how everything was and ensured that it was to our liking. Both Himalayan Masala Tea and Himalayan coffee tasted good, especially Himalayan Masala Tea was really good. The place has a nice, comfortable ambiance. We look forward to visiting the restaurant again and enjoying the food in near future. Highly recommend.”

“Got tapas with my friends on Saturday night and had a great time. The staff and service was 10/10 and the food was awesome. Highly recommend the pork ribs, papas bravas, and the (I think banana cake?) dessert!”

“Best oysters with chimichurri sauce delicious! pair with cocktails beautifully prepared entrées.”

“Delicious food. Friendly service. Affordable Prices!!”

“Very nice indoor dining, clean and spacious. Very reasonable prices.”

“The best place to drink and eat 😋”

“Great, creative food and excellent cocktails. Thanks for looking after the large wedding group last night. The wine was fantastic too, the whole trio of white, rosé and red. It looked like everyone had a great time, just like me!”

“What a wonderful beautiful vibe!”

“10/10 recommend. That’s all I gotta say.”

“The food was amazing tonight! Dumplings were definitely a favorite! Will be visiting again!”

“The food was fine overall — the fig salad was very good and the affogato was delicious (with caramel sauce-delicioso). The grilled bruschetta didn't seem grilled — it was lightly toasted rather than the charred rustic bread I expected. And I thought there was too much piled on it. I didn't taste the pastas but my table mates enjoyed theirs. The service was superb— sweet and friendly and accommodating. Bravo for Massimo! He made the night enjoyable for us. Eating outside added to the ambience and felt a little more authentically Italian despite “Volare” playing in the background.”

“Early dinner with clients & peers, wonderful atmosphere. The food is scrumptious the cocktails are delicious, the Manhattan excellent. The staff we're very friendly, for a party of seven everyone food arrived together. Five star dinning!”

“Classic Franklin Street bar and restaurant”

“Visited for the first time tonight and we will definitely be back. Right off the bat, the employees were friendly, professional, and accommodating. Our water glasses stayed full and our cocktails were delicious. The food was phenomenal—appetizer, entrées, and dessert. The presentation was lovely and the taste was divine. The Whipped Feta & Fig Crostinis were a surprise hit! My husband thoroughly enjoyed the Red Cream Paneer Curry and I couldn’t get enough of the Tagliatelle Pasta Alfredo with Wild Mushrooms and Shiitake Bacon. The ice cream sundae was great, too! It was my first time tasting non-dairy ice cream that actually tastes good! Given the quality and care taken to provide vegan food that is THIS tasty, I think the pricing is fair, especially when compared to other local cafés/bistros/restaurants in the area. Casual, kid-friendly atmosphere, but still nice enough for a date night. Can’t wait to come back!”

“Aside from the amazing staff/ownership, the outstanding beer selection and great food consider the fact that they have received 10 consecutive inspection scores of 100.0 which is unheard of! That matters! Think about the last time the tap line was cleaned at your current choice of bar or restaurant. Tap lines are nasty if not maintained. On any given day at TCP you will see them cleaning the line when they change a keg. If you have not seen this at your current top choice you may want to think about what's in your glass. It is not pretty! Oh, and the tap lines are not inspected. TCP does this because it's the right thing to do!!”

“I recently photographed a wedding at The Honeysuckle Tea House, and while the rain kept me from exploring the grounds as much as I’d have liked, it’s clear this is a unique and charming venue. The rustic, cozy atmosphere inside made for a warm and inviting setting despite the weather, and the surrounding greenery added a beautiful, natural backdrop. The staff were friendly and helpful throughout the event, which made the day run smoothly. I can only imagine how lovely the outdoor areas must be on a clear day—definitely a venue worth considering for anyone wanting a scenic, laid-back space with great hospitality.”

“I’ve been ordering meals from Goodness Cooks for a month or so now, and I am extremely impressed. Every single dish they make is an absolute home run; seriously, some of the best food I’ve ever had. Not only are the ingredients incredibly fresh and healthy, but it’s clear that a lot of thought and care go into every meal. For anyone looking for delicious, nutritious meals without the hassle of cooking, this is as good as it gets. I cannot recommend them enough and feel very fortunate to have these folks in my town!”

“This is the best southern home cooking I have had in a long time! The biscuits are so big and fluffy, the fried chicken and veggies were perfect. And the customer service from the owner was amazing! I highly recommend this place!”

“Fresh, unique, and delicious!”

“Fantastic healthy meal choices and a hot and cold drink selection that helps you power through any task.”

“delicious food, peaceful invironment”

“Had the BEST FOOD. The owner and staff are so friendly. We go back as often as possible even when we lived in Florida. Family lives in Chapel Hill and it’s our go to place for great food when we are there.”

“Great tea! Service was quick, but the server didn't smile.
Got to use the private meeting room today. There was nothing special about it, and it got the job done!
Different day, good coffee and pleasant service”

“100% delicious; 100% sanitary rating; very clean restrooms, made to order specialties. Couldn't have been more pleased with selections. Their green sauce is HOT, but the yelllow one is more mellow. We WILL be back!”

“Clean store with friendly staff and fresh ingredients”

“Great, creative food and excellent cocktails. Thanks for looking after the large wedding group last night. The wine was fantastic too, the whole trio of white, rosé and red. It looked like everyone had a great time, just like me!”

“Best bubble tea shop I’ve tried so far! Friendly staff, quick service, and this location is awesome because it’s right on Franklin Street!”

“Ordered a strawberry shortcake for a special celebration. Every one of the 25 people tasting this cake RAVED about it!”

“Great to have high quality food without all the college crowds and parking issues. I can stop by any night after work, or on the weekends any time and pick up a winner. You should check it out!!🔥”

“We have been told to come here for months and we were finally able to have a date night. It was hundred percent worth it. The bruschetta, the baked ziti with the meat sauce and the limoncello cake were amazing. You can’t beat the prices and the service. Anna made our night so much better with here spunky personality, which we love. I would recommend and we will be back!”

“I’ve been ordering whole bean coffee from Joe van gough for awhile and love trying the newer blends and specialty coffees, it’s what we get up for! So fresh!”

“never disappointed stopped in today for a late lunch 2 hours before the Duke Carolina game it was packed but only took 15 minutes to get served. it was outstanding!”

“Very good food environment and service, everything is so perfect and will come back.”

“Just popped in for an iced tea with a friend, so I can't exactly gauge how good the coffee or food is, but the tea was perfect for a warm day. Employees were nice, drink came out almost immediately.”

“Classic roadhouse and local bar. I've seen some great bands perform here as well. I especially love the ability to wander around the property, or chill outside on a summer night. Solid staff & easy going people.”

“I appreciate those salads.”

“Yummy food & very friendly owners!”

“Since I moved to Chapel Hill, Lucha Tigre has been my favorite restaurant. Their service and quality can’t be denied, but I am so upset that the Asian Glazed Chicken (my favorite dish) has been removed from the menu.”

“Awesome all the way around !”

“The people make this place really special and the food is wonderful. Peaceful and pretty, this is a spot you won’t want to pass up on. It’s an absolute must!”

“Good food! Friendly, polite employees!”

“The Mule seems to attract a slightly more mature crowd, and has a relaxed atmosphere. We sat on the front patio and watched a fight on the big screen TV, enjoyed the peppery popcorn and piping hot southern egg rolls, while people chatted around us. My only word of caution: the AC unit inside dripped like crazy all over the floor, but the bartender didn't seem to mind the lawsuit-waiting-to-happen if someone broke their neck walking to the restroom! C'est la vie!”

“Great food quality. Friendly owners. 100% sanitation grade by health dept.”

“Girls just wanna have pho! 😎 Stumbled upon this fantastic gem, the most delicious grilled pork banh mi I ever had, the bread was deliciously soft in the middle and a crispy crunch on the outside mixed with all the wonderful flavors. The crab rangoons came out hot and piping were perfectly fried with crispy ends! ❤️”

“I ordered the chickpea tuna along with a smoothie and it was delicious 😋”

“Pika was fantastic! She offered to make a custom similar drink when the one I was hoping for was out of stock. It turned out better than the original! I appreciate the kind and helpful service of this location.”

“Always a wonderful experience. Being in the hospital with someone weeks on end it’s great to get a good meal and every staff member has always been so gracious and kind. Thankful for all they do!”

“After spending some time in the yard with mulch and other misc, I ordered a drink for pickup and drove through. It was the best looking thing I've seen lately and a great follow up to yard work and a hot day. The barista (Ellie?) has been pleasant as well as provided polite and wonderful customer service.This location is new and fresh-looking with a convenient drive-thru for the area(several others don't offer a drive-thru and require inside ordering or pickup as the only option). Also, this location used to be a comic shop!”

“Actually really enjoyed. Got the elderflower signature drink. Ginger forward but super nice. The cucumber was really good. It’s a bit pricy, $15 per drink. But ambient atmosphere for a conversation. Empty on a Sunday at 7p but got populated by 8:30. Sophisticated vibe. Great lighting.”

“OMG , I’m from KC and the ribs were off the chain. Run don’t walk, go get you some!!!”

“Enjoyed perfectly fried oysters and house salad paired with sparkling Rose. You should run not walk and have same!”

“Great coffee in a lovely location!”

“This is definitely a great place to be for any sports entertainment. The vibe and buzz are extraordinary. But the food is bar food at best. Be especially aware of the fish tacos. Yes, it is nice to see them on the menu since not many places serve them, plus you get 3 total, but the ones here are barely satisfactory bar food. First, they have only thick flour tortillas, and no corn ones. That alone is a fail because the thick flour texture overwhelms the nice shrimp. And they use raw green cabbage, which is terrible. Last, the rice and beans that were served were virtually flavorless. Thumbs down to the shrimp tacos!”

“Amber was awesome to us and the food was perfect!”

“I placed a large order for a work event and the pickup experience was great. The customer service was top tier and the man/young adult (I'm sorry but I think his name was Seiko) he was amazing. I probably have the name messed up. The food was great for a resonable price to food 10-15 people. Will use them again for future events.”

“Wonderful place to live with great staff and amenities!”

“I just left and the noodle bowl and food is INCREDIBLE! Well done @northsidedistrict”

“Food was delicious. Very happy.”

“love this place! cool, inclusive atmosphere. great food and even better people!”

“Best place to stop at on Game Day”

“loved the homemade pickles.. hush puppies and catfish!”

“Good coffee and yogurt, granola and berries. A few other breakfast options on the menu. Nice place to find a corner table and catch up with a friend. 15-minute wait at rush hour. The cashier alerted us to make sure we were not in a hurry.”

“Visited this location for lunch, and was less than impressed. Our table had the buttermilk fried chicken sandwich w/fries, cream of potato soup, cascade sald, and lavender latte. The sandwich was okay, but lacked the flavor and moistness southern buttermilk friend chicken. The salad was fine. The cream of potato soup, tasted like cream water, lacking actual potato flavor. Highlight of the dish were the fries, which were fantastic. And the lavendar latte was good as well. Service was good, as well atmosphere, but it was quite chilling in the venue, so dress warm.”

“Always delicious!”

“I had brunch with my family today at Mama Dips in Chapel Hill. We were greeted by the warm and friendly manager who took us to a premier table. They quickly set up a high chair for my Grand Daughter. The food was delicious, fresh and perfectly cooked. I will be back with my family next time we are CH.”

“Good food and menu. some items overly salted. Most items are delicious. Need cornbread on the menu, hush puppies too dense and hard. Fish, cabbage and mashed potatoes are so good. Owner formerly worked at K and W so hurry on over and get your old menu favorites. He is very nice and accomodating, open to suggestions.”

“Since I moved to Chapel Hill, Lucha Tigre has been my favorite restaurant. Their service and quality can’t be denied, but I am so upset that the Asian Glazed Chicken (my favorite dish) has been removed from the menu.”

“Try that Italian in a bowl! Of course "mikes way".”

“We went in the middle of the week, celebrating a 50th birthday party. We were a small group. We had the delight of having Mitch as our server, he was incredibly patient with those with allergies and anxiety. Thank you for that Mitch. It was a moment that everyone at the table was grateful for. We later went back in the week to get the Brilliant Cheeseburgers to go. 100 stars.”

“Amber was awesome to us and the food was perfect!”

“Karen was an amazing server! The food is great and the atmosphere is amazing.”

“My husband and I visited Momo's Master for the first time this evening and had a wonderful experience. We tried Steamed Momo's with veggie filling served with 2 of their signature dipping sauces, and Himalayan Fried Rice (vegetarian). It was great to see the option for both masala tea and coffee on the menu, especially in a downtown Chapel Hill restaurant, therefore we had to try both Himalayan Masala Tea and Himalayan Coffee, and we were glad that we did. I usually do not write reviews but when the food is that good, I do. The momos were one of the best we have had so far and the flavors of both the signature sauces blended well with that of momos. Himalayan fried rice was hot, spicy and very good. The Punjabi guy, Sukhi, and Usha (from Nepal) - both chefs, were great; Sukhi came and asked us how everything was and ensured that it was to our liking. Both Himalayan Masala Tea and Himalayan coffee tasted good, especially Himalayan Masala Tea was really good. The place has a nice, comfortable ambiance. We look forward to visiting the restaurant again and enjoying the food in near future. Highly recommend.”

“Our server, Edwin, provided excellent service and was timely and attentive. the food was delicious! Cant wait to go back.”

“Jalen served up our delicious plates and broils with grace and friendly attention. The bourbon glaed salmon was cooked to.perfection. Being a Marylander, I was delighted and impressed to learn that the crabcakes come from Maryland. My husband truly enjoyed his. I hope other greens in addition to green beans will be added to the menu. We will definitely return the next time we are in the triangle area.”

“Great sandwich for lunch -PMT- prosciutto mozzarella tomato on the best bread I’ve tasted in Chapel Hill in 40+ years. Or at least as i remember 40 yrs of bread. And came with a salad that was also very good -a cut way above most house salads that most restaurants serve. Will look forward to coming back for the dinner choices plus an appropriate wine which I could not partake of at lunch due to having to work on a ladder in the afternoon. Can you say cannoli for dessert!”

“100% delicious; 100% sanitary rating; very clean restrooms, made to order specialties. Couldn't have been more pleased with selections. Their green sauce is HOT, but the yelllow one is more mellow. We WILL be back!”

“Very good food environment and service, everything is so perfect and will come back.”

“Karen was an amazing server! The food is great and the atmosphere is amazing.”

“Some of the absolute best food around! Merritt’s has now become out “go-to” place for pregame foot before all Tar Heel events! Best burgers/BLTs/pimento cheese/soup and everything else you can think of anywhere around!!! Cannot go wrong with a stop into Merritt’s!”

“Went in craving a root beer float and sadly they did not have it available. Mel, the store manger, got us right. He told us if we went and got root beer, he would make it for us. Went to raising canes, bought root beer, brought it back. Mel gladly took the root beer and made perfect float. Great experience, great float, friendly staff that went above and beyond to make my experience enjoyable. Would definetly recommend. Especially with canes root beer.
10/5 stars”

“Love Carolina Brewery!! Great people! Great General Manager! Food is delicious!! We typically go there once a week. Our favs are steak frites, salmon, quesadillas, salads, burgers, wings, pork barbecue sandwich, and fish and chips. Hard to choose :) we always feel at home there - except we don't do the cooking or the dishes LOL”

“I am in town and really wanted to eat healthy. This place was close and the young man who wanted on me was very helpful. I told him I had never been there before so he explained all my options. The proportions were reasonable, but probably for a grown man it might not be enough. I actually didn’t put any protein on my bowl because I’m a vegetarian so this was a great option for me. The flavor was wonderful. I think it was one of the best dishes I’ve ever had in a long time. They could keep the bar a little more cleaned up and the avocado was bad so I asked him to give me a fresh avocado which she did without any complaints . I will go back here and eat, and I think the prices are reasonable as well. Just needs a little your observation to the details around the restaurant. Keeping everything fresh is really important us to setting like this. I love it!”

“Amber was awesome to us and the food was perfect!”

“Everyone there was super nice and the food SLAPPED. There was also a BlueMoon representative there that gave us all a free glass and she was super nice too! Would go again, period.”

“Great all you can eat Sushi. We were quickly seated and our food was delivered to our table promptly. Quality is good for all you can eat. Will come again.”

“Food took a bit to come out and they weren't busy yet. The 3 meat omelette was pretty filling and the cinnamon roll pancakes were good and sweet. The latte I had was also pretty tasty.”

“We had fast food chicken which was as good as it gets. It was served in less than 5 minutes.The Chapel Hill location is perfect--on Franklin Street within steps of the UNC campus.”

“My husband and I visited Momo's Master for the first time this evening and had a wonderful experience. We tried Steamed Momo's with veggie filling served with 2 of their signature dipping sauces, and Himalayan Fried Rice (vegetarian). It was great to see the option for both masala tea and coffee on the menu, especially in a downtown Chapel Hill restaurant, therefore we had to try both Himalayan Masala Tea and Himalayan Coffee, and we were glad that we did. I usually do not write reviews but when the food is that good, I do. The momos were one of the best we have had so far and the flavors of both the signature sauces blended well with that of momos. Himalayan fried rice was hot, spicy and very good. The Punjabi guy, Sukhi, and Usha (from Nepal) - both chefs, were great; Sukhi came and asked us how everything was and ensured that it was to our liking. Both Himalayan Masala Tea and Himalayan coffee tasted good, especially Himalayan Masala Tea was really good. The place has a nice, comfortable ambiance. We look forward to visiting the restaurant again and enjoying the food in near future. Highly recommend.”

“The food is delicious and authentic! The staff are nice, and one of them gave me a great recommendation for the tomato and beef noodle soup. I also loved the fried sesame balls - perfect texture and taste. It is a good restaurant to dine in, as it is cozy and calming. Will be back!”

“Good food. Chips too salty.”

“Visited for the first time tonight and we will definitely be back. Right off the bat, the employees were friendly, professional, and accommodating. Our water glasses stayed full and our cocktails were delicious. The food was phenomenal—appetizer, entrées, and dessert. The presentation was lovely and the taste was divine. The Whipped Feta & Fig Crostinis were a surprise hit! My husband thoroughly enjoyed the Red Cream Paneer Curry and I couldn’t get enough of the Tagliatelle Pasta Alfredo with Wild Mushrooms and Shiitake Bacon. The ice cream sundae was great, too! It was my first time tasting non-dairy ice cream that actually tastes good! Given the quality and care taken to provide vegan food that is THIS tasty, I think the pricing is fair, especially when compared to other local cafés/bistros/restaurants in the area. Casual, kid-friendly atmosphere, but still nice enough for a date night. Can’t wait to come back!”

“Went there for the 1st time today with friends we had been going to MacD's for breakfast once a week but the new high melanin mgr has destroyed it! 2 weeks in a row they had NO drinks thats right no drinks except water and orange juice so it was time to move on. Well I want to thank the new high melanin mgr because Sunshine is head above what they ever were so thanks for running us off we found a REAL GOOD place to have breakfast! The biscuits are large and very good so eat here forget the others in the area this is the place.”