Restaurants in Chapel Hill

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Lime & Lemon Indian Grill & Bar - Chapel Hill 100 Meadowmont Village Cir #101, Chapel Hill Indian • $$
100 Meadowmont Village Cir #101, Chapel Hill

“We just ate lunch at Lime & Lemon for the first time today. Muhammad was so kind and helpful with our hearing impaired son and helping us with food and drink recommendations. We really enjoyed the lunch special with Chicken Tikki Masala. It was very reasonably priced for the generous amount of food we ate. We are traveling, but we will be back when we visit the area again!”

4.8 Superb557 Reviews
Piero's Pasta & Wine 1502 E Franklin St, Chapel Hill Italian • $$
1502 E Franklin St, Chapel Hill

“Amazing experience! Would 100% recommend. Food was delicious and reasonably priced, our server Max was super attentive and funny- along with the rest of the staff, and ambiance was very relaxing. It was our first time trying this place out, but we will be coming back for sure.”

4.3 Superb154 Reviews
Hawthorne & Wood 3140 Environ Way, Chapel Hill American • $$$
3140 Environ Way, Chapel Hill

“Ant and John definitely made it an experience. They knew their stuff and I greatly valued their opinions! Their cocktails were amazing. Ant really helped me get my food quotas I was starving. I will be back just to chat with them again when I come back! Thank you guys!”

4.7 Superb80 Reviews
Bluebird 601 Meadowmont Village Cir, Chapel Hill French • $$$
601 Meadowmont Village Cir, Chapel Hill

“LOVE this French bistro! Having lived in bigger cities, I crave this quality of food that Bluebird provides. Dining for brunch, the atmosphere is lively and beautifully designed. The Salade Niçoise with seared tuna is divine and perfectly cooked. It is far superior to the same salad at Vin Rouge. My only request is to swap the frisée for mixed greens or add to it. It's a bit too wiry against the succulent tuna. We can't wait to go back for dinner and try the escargots! Thank you Bluebird.”

4.5 Superb133 Reviews
Osteria Georgi 201 S Elliott Rd, Chapel Hill Italian • $$$
201 S Elliott Rd, Chapel Hill

“Charming Italian Restaurant on outskirts of Chapel Hill. Great spot if you’re looking for a little adventure for authentic Italian dishes. Lots of creativity with the dishes and cocktails.Interior offers Italian coast pictures, all sorts of portraits helping you catch the Italian culture, lots of hanging plants, love the upside down tulips on the ceiling. Velvet chairs, assortment of table sizes for all parties to enjoy the experience.Osteria offers both lunch + dinner, and even offer wine tastings + wine dinners on occasions, check out their website for upcoming events. See pictures of food with the details.Wheelchair accessibility: Restaurant is all one level, restrooms spacious enough”

4.4 Superb313 Reviews
Vimala's Curryblossom Cafe 431 W Franklin St #415, Chapel Hill Indian • $$
431 W Franklin St #415, Chapel Hill

“Vimala’s holds a special place in my heart. I met and proposed to my fiancé in the Vimala’s courtyard. It’s one of the most unique and beautiful restaurants in Chapel Hill. On top of the wonderful atmosphere, the food is awesome. I haven’t gone wrong with anything that I’ve ordered here. The staff are great people and the service is always top notch. I would not have been able to do a special proposal + engagement dinner without them. Highly recommend!”

4.5 Superb101 Reviews

Restaurants by Cuisine

Bombolo 764 M.L.K. Jr Blvd, Chapel Hill American • $$$
764 M.L.K. Jr Blvd, Chapel Hill

“My first time here since Bombolo started. I came on Sunday night with a burger in mind but they did not do a burger last night. Bartender suggested that I try either the pork belly or rolled chicken. I chose the chicken and just loved it. Ended with raspberry bundt cake - also delicious! Bar was fun! Great service and overall environment. Will definitely be back.”

4.4 Superb175 Reviews
Market and Moss 700 Market St, Chapel Hill American • $$
700 Market St, Chapel Hill

“Food- yum. Atmosphere- Unique and romantic. Food- YUM. Went here for date night with my beautiful girlfriend and got the chicken dish and seafood pasta dish. We shared both because they were both so good. LOVE IT and the service was so nice as well the staff are all very ”

4.5 Superb61 Reviews
Elements Restaurant 2110 Environ Way, Chapel Hill Asian Fusion • $$$
2110 Environ Way, Chapel Hill

“Fantastic place, highly recommend! We had wonderful service and the atmosphere was very quiet and romantic and the restaurant was close to full. We started with the fried bread. I got the japchae and my husband got the cioppino - both were absolutely amazing.”

4.6 Superb177 Reviews

Restaurants with Delivery

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Lantern

Lantern 423 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill Asian Fusion • $$$
423 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill

“Wonderful ambiance and very friendly/attentive staff. The food presentation was beautiful...the taste was equally amazing! Great dining experience, we will definitely be return customers.”

4 Good130 Reviews
Kipos Greek Taverna 1800 E Franklin St #16, Chapel Hill Greek • $$
1800 E Franklin St #16, Chapel Hill

“This is my favorite restaurant in Chapel Hill. Such a lovely authentic Greek restaurant. My fiancé and I go weekly for date night and we’re always warmly greeted by staff. The food is delicious, takes me back to Greece and the service is always great.”

4.2 Good380 Reviews
The Crunkleton 320 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill Cocktail Bar • $$
320 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill

“Stopped in for a quick drink and to catch up with some friends in the area. It was cozy and sexy with a casual flare. Clean bathroom, clean place, interesting music. A back in the day speak easy kinda place. A definite recommend.”

4.3 Superb59 Reviews

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Hawkers Asian Street Food 201 S Estes Dr #400A, Chapel Hill Asian • $$
201 S Estes Dr #400A, Chapel Hill

“One of my favourite places to come when visiting Charlotte! The food is always so good (big favourite has been the sticky bbq ribs and duck bao buns). Austin was a great server, very helpful and quick!”

4.4 Superb389 Reviews
Talullas 456 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill Turkish • $$
456 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill

“The Turkish bread and the dip they give with it is very nice. Didn’t like the hummus, probably thats how Turkish hummus is supposed to be. The turkish coffee was really nice. The dessert was a disappointment the cheese was bad, I have eaten far better Kanafa/Kunafa.”

4.5 Superb137 Reviews
IL PALIO RESTAURANT 1505 E Franklin St, Chapel Hill Italian • $$$
1505 E Franklin St, Chapel Hill

“We had the chefs tasting menu. It was phenomenal over all. However, there were two stand outs. They were the crispy sea scallop and the iberica pork. The scallop was very tender yet had deliciously crispy edges. The pork was incredible. I'm not sure if I would have identified as pork if I hadn't known what it was. Tender, yet meaty, it was truly a delight.”

4.4 Superb211 Reviews

24 Hour Restaurants

Top of the Hill Restaurant & Brewery - Chapel Hill 100 E Franklin St, Chapel Hill Brewpubs • $$
100 E Franklin St, Chapel Hill

“In town for college visit for my daughters and we ate here and loved it. Food was served fast and quality was awesome. I recommend the jambalaya. Great place. Can’t go wrong here!”

4.5 Superb96 Reviews

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Jujube

Jujube 1201 Raleigh Rd L, Chapel Hill Asian • $$
1201 Raleigh Rd L, Chapel Hill

“Jujube in Chapel Hill is our go-to restaurant for celebrations. The food is consistently interesting and good. The service is reliably attentive and friendly. Since the pandemic the prices seem to have gone up a great deal, which may impact the frequency that we can visit, however.”

4.4 Superb169 Reviews
Flair Fusion Restaurant 50100 Governors Dr, Chapel Hill American • $$
50100 Governors Dr, Chapel Hill

“My boyfriend and I have had 2 great experiences here. To me, Saturday mornings are perfect for their blueberry pancakes with a side of really high-quality bacon. It's so good and the only thing I've gotten. The first time we went, he got the shrimp and grits, which was really good. The grit cake is a nice touch and probably keeps them from having to make a pot of grits. Cheers for efficiency. The second time we went, he got the New Orleans egg souffle (I can't remember the exact name). He said it was bland but still pretty solid. One star off because our first visit was riddled with slow service and the bland dish on the second visit. The drinks were solid, the coffee was hot, and we hope to be back again and again.”

4.5 Superb71 Reviews

Takeout Restaurants

Andrea Reusing 423 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill Asian Fusion • $$
423 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill

“What a quaint local restaurant!! From the moment we entered the restaurant to the time we left, the staff were so attentive and polite. The food came out hot & tasty. Portions were perfectly sized...not too big not too small. Would definitely recommend.”

4.1 Good84 Reviews
Bin 54 Steak & Cellar 1201-M Raleigh Rd, Chapel Hill Steak House • $$$$
1201-M Raleigh Rd, Chapel Hill

“I truly enjoyed having dinner with my family at Bin 54. It's a beautiful restaurant with a comforting wood-smoke aroma. A bit on the dimly-lit side for me, but it was a happy and peaceful atmosphere. The salt & pepper calamari was better than I expected. Definitely looking forward to our next visit! Thank you Lily for your dining assistance...the chocolate mousse birthday cake and candles for my grandson was a big plus!”

4.3 Superb182 Reviews
Tarantini Italian Restaurant 50160 Governors Dr, Chapel Hill Italian • $$
50160 Governors Dr, Chapel Hill

“We've been to Tarantini 5-6 times. Best Italian restaurant in the Triable area....by far! Excellent veal, seafood. Good service, nice ambiance. We'll certainly continue to enjoy ”

4.4 Superb73 Reviews

Drive-Thru Restaurants

Rasa Malaysia 410 Market St, Chapel Hill Malaysian • $$
410 Market St, Chapel Hill

“You'd appreciate it more if you have a decent idea about Malaysia and the food there...a lot of south east Asian influences including India and Srilanka and that makes the food a dance festival for your taste buds.A cozy small business that values love and joy and it is reflected in their food, decor and service....”

4.5 Superb48 Reviews
Szechuan Village 川小馆 111 Knox Wy, Chapel Hill Szechuan • $$
111 Knox Wy, Chapel Hill

“This place is definitely an authentic Sichuan restaurant. Some of the appetizers were so spicy that we had to eat lots of rice. With the peppercorns, I was still feeling the numbing effects after the meal. The waitress who served us was awesome and accommodating. She even offered to remake one of the dishes to be less spicy for us! I would be wary of the spice levels, and ask them to reduce spice if you can't handle too much spice, but there was something exciting about trying the dishes as the chef had intended as well!”

4.4 Superb71 Reviews
Squid's Restaurant 1201 Fordham Blvd, Chapel Hill Seafood • $$
1201 Fordham Blvd, Chapel Hill

“Still a dependable seafood restaurant after many, many years. Food can be spotty on some occasions, but it's overall a good choice if you want to feel like you're at the coast.”

4.3 Superb74 Reviews

Cheap Eats

Saturni | Fusion Bistro & Coffee Lounge @ Chapel Hill 431 W Franklin St #120, Chapel Hill Cafe • $$
431 W Franklin St #120, Chapel Hill

“The food and service is great! They had several very delicious vegetarian options available. The owner was friendly and the food was ready quite fast.It was a nice place to set up and work on my laptop for awhile. There is free Wi-Fi available.”

4.4 Superb42 Reviews
411 West Italian Cafe 411 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill Italian • $$
411 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill

“I love this restaurant!! It’s awesome that they have such healthy options like whole wheat pasta (which you can sub for the regular white stuff) and the basil pasta dish that’s overflowing with veggies. The salads and gnocchi are also awesome. It’s also amazing you can get delivery, for a cozy night in. Thanks for your great food and service!”

4.3 Superb67 Reviews
Lucha Tigre 746 M.L.K. Jr Blvd, Chapel Hill Asian • $$
746 M.L.K. Jr Blvd, Chapel Hill

“We have been fans of Lucha since it opened over a decade ago! We lived nearby as recent graduates and still come back at least a few times a year now that we live in Durham. The menu is rock solid and the cocktails have always been fantastic. We recommend the nachos, the green beans and the dumplings—we’re fans of the small plates. Always friendly service. It’s one of our cozy go-to’s.”

4.3 Superb66 Reviews
Nantucket Grill 5925 Farrington Rd, Chapel Hill American • $$
5925 Farrington Rd, Chapel Hill

“My first visit here, recommend by a local who visits here often. Megan was prompt and provided some good suggestions. We both had a large cup of clam chowder - delicious! Crab cake sandwich was good but a small qty. Friend got her regular, fish sandwich. Both had a good bit of fries. Finished with a 1/2 slice of cake. Will definitely return for another cup of soup and try other options on the menu.”

4.2 Good124 Reviews
Boro Bodega 422 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill Brewery • $$
422 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill

“Love, love, LOVE having an alcohol free bottle shop nearby! Consistently stocked with great products and a welcoming owner & staff. You should stop by, explore the shelves and buy something new to try.”

5 Superb7 Reviews
Stoney River Steakhouse and Grill 201 S Estes Dr Space 100-A, Chapel Hill Steak House • $$$
201 S Estes Dr Space 100-A, Chapel Hill

“Matthew gave impeccable service, and the food was incredible and flavorful. Always a pleasure, this was my son's first time. He got the Double Burger and Parmesean Fries and I got the steak salad. So full! ?”

4.1 Good113 Reviews

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