Farm House Restaurant

Shh! This place is pretty good
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Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Farm House Pie

We recently celebrated my wife's birthday at the Farm House in Chapel Hill with two friends, our first experience at Farm House. The atmosphere was warm and fairly nice, creating a pleasant setting for our evening. Unfortunately, the meal was hit or miss. The shrimp was noticeably overcooked, and my wife's steak, ordered medium, arrived well done. To their credit, the staff offered to replace the steak, which we appreciated. One standout, however, was the sweet potato – it was absolutely delicious and the highlight of our meal. While some of the food didn’t meet expectations, the restaurant's ambiance and their willingness to correct mistakes leave us open to potentially giving it another try.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 4

The food was nothing special.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: 8 Oz Ribeye

We have been to The Farmhouse on many special occasions, birthdays and such and have always been very pleased with the quality of the food and the service. On our last visit we noticed that the crudités plate was much more sparse, one pickle, two carrot sticks, and two celery sticks for three people? The salad was okay again on the skimpy side when compared to what we’ve had in the past. When our waitress, who seemed to be bothered by our presence, brought the butter and sour cream for our baked potatoes, there was just a small dollop of sour cream in the bowl, maybe enough for one person. We ordered two of our steaks medium rare and they were overdone but edible, the other steak was as ordered.
I hope this was just an ‘off night’ and they are not following the restaurant current trend of cutting corners on quality and quantity for the same price. People who are willing to pay for a pleasant dining experience should receive what they pay for and this time, I feel we did not.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 2

This was such an unexpected treat. We really weren’t sure what to expect as we drove up a dirt road in the woods and see this barn. It wasn’t clear how to get in and we wondered if were underdressed. But everyone was dressed very casual and welcomed us into the darkest restaurant I have ever been. The menu is very small and we still were a little confused when the unusual appetizer was delivered. But one taste of the pate and I was hooked. The salad was simple but just right. The steak was super tender and the baked potato was great. I highly recommend this restaurant and look forward to returning.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: 8 Oz Ribeye, Baked Potato Sweet Potato, Pepper Steak Beef Tips, Comp Relish Tray

I was looking for a new steak restaurant on Google and came upon Farm House Restaurant. I was amazed by the unique look on the inside. It was cozy. Very rustic. The staff was amazing. The owners are phenomenal and will have a conversation with you even if you don't know them. The Steaks were so tender and easy to cut. The Farm House Pie was delicious. It's homemade. The only criticisms I do have is that it's a little dark inside. They are lit by small lamps and also Kerosene Lamps on the table. The other critism is that there is cooked vegetables. I like salad but I love hot vegetables. For a business that has been opened since 1969 I am glad to see a business staying opened that long. Now if you come here you will see road closure. Don't worry, the restaurant is up a very long stone driveway. I can't wait to come back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Farm House Pie, Baked Potato, Baked Potato Sweet Potato

Unique rustic atmosphere with old-timey vibe. Service ok; food subpar. Ribeye: thin select cut, not bone-in, unseasoned, lack of sear, gristly. Salad primarily bagged lettuce, croutons. Butter and bacon bits not "real". Highlight was baked potato; cooked perfectly but some of the aluminum foil wrapping had gotten into the potato itself.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 2

Great steak and salad at a reasonable price. Always consistent

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Baked Potato, House Salad

Out of town and came here from a suggestion from where we were staying. Atmosphere was great…we love quaint “vintage” rustic charm. The waitress was sweet but busy as expected for a Sat night. Menu was minimal but it was a “steak place” so we were figuring the steaks would be amazing as that was their specialty. We were surprised with the vegetable/cracker appetizer…we were unsure what it was until we asked (chicken liver pate). We got our salad which was “out of the bag” lettuce, boxed croutons, and imitation bacon bits on the side. We got our steaks which were underwhelming to say the least…absolutely no flavor and both of the cuts were full of fat and hard gristle. I got a filet and my son got the ribeye. Both were horrible cuts that for the price was appalling…no matter how it was cooked. The baked potatoes were good…but were just baked potatoes with butter and sour cream on the side. There was a piece of dry toast on the plate we didn’t try. Neither of us could eat the steaks. After informing the waitress of the abysmal tasting food, and the manager came and apologized, and did comp our meals including a piece of pie stating that “this was definitely not how they are” but reading the negative reviews it seems that the steaks we got are routine for here.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 1

Service: 5

Outstanding meal! Traveling through on business and making my way from Raleigh to Winston-Salem, I came across this restaurant on Google maps. Phenomenal reviews brought me in and man was I pleased! I got a strip steak, and believe me by the time I was done, I was completely full considering, the sweet potato, my salad, the veggies to start with the cheddar cheese, dip, and plenty of desserts offered. The location is super cool, and I love the gravel driveway going back to the tiny little farmhouse. My only piece of feedback: it was very hot in the restaurant, potentially due to the flame broiler. I survived! And, I would recommend it and will be back if ever in the area.

Parking: Outdoor parking under the trees and on the Pineneedles. Easy to park.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Baked Potato Sweet Potato

We loved the old school style of Farm House, service was great and food was very good! simple menu, good value.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Chapel Hills best little secret!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Nothing about this place is fancy, but the food is good. The service is good. Basic meat and potatoes kinda place. We both enjoyed our steaks.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 5

Was excited about the great reviews. The whole experience was mediocre. Expected much more. Guess it was good value for the price, but likely won’t return.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 3

Great steaks and service. You'll need your flashlight to see the menu. It's dark. ?

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5