6 Best Southern Restaurants near Hillsborough

“I recommend everything. It was so busy the morning that my friend and I went there that I did not expect to get good service from only two servers. The place was packed inside and out, and it was the best experience I have had eating out in years. The food was delicious. The service was beyond excellent. I don’t know how they did it, but those two ladies never lost their composure.for a second they were at every table met everyone’s needs. It was amazing.“

“lovely local bar with top notch entertainment nightly.“

“Great food,Great service“

“Enjoyed dinner here during a quick stopover in Hillsborough. I think I love every single thing about this place. From “welcome in” with a heartfelt smile to walking out with full bellies, it was perfect. Hubs had the Canestri. I enjoyed the spaghetti with 8 oz meatball. The rich flavors with super fresh and deceptively simple descriptions remind me of living in Italy. I also love the vibe of seeing the staff say hello, shake hands with new guests, and dance to the great background music.

I really wanted to eat here after reading another review that complained about the 20% cost of living charge. The owner wrote an impactful and earnest response that just made us want to give our business to someone who clearly authentically cares about their team. This is a special place, an independent restaurant doing authentic and delicious cuisine. It feels good to spend our hard earned money and know it’s going to a place like this. And in my personal opinion, the only people who would complain about this are 1)people who have never worked in a service industry and 2) people who routinely stiff their waitstaff without regard for the impact that has on that person’s life. So, again in my humble opinion, which is in no way tied to the owners/staff here, people who feel that way can go right ahead and make a reservation at Olive Garden.“

“No atmosphere but a rocking good crew of servers. It's a take out place.
I get the all beef combo German style with sauerkraut mustard and relish. Worth the money for a quick decadent lunch. Fries are always crispy enough.
Thanks folks!“

“Sure! Here’s a glowing review for Tonya’s Cookies:

If you haven’t tried Tonya’s Cookies yet, you’re seriously missing out! These are hands down some of the best cookies I’ve ever had—perfectly balanced between crispy and chewy, with just the right amount of sweetness.
Not only are the cookies amazing, but the customer service is top-notch. Whether you’re grabbing a bag for yourself or sending a gift, you can tell that every batch is made with care. Highly recommend for anyone who loves high-quality, handcrafted treats!“