New American Restaurants near Holly Springs, NC

“Although I have enjoyed all that I tried at this establishment the scones and tea are what love most. They are often extremely busy on the weekends and evenings so the volume can climb however it a historical landmark so that is understandable. This is a tea room although not a traditional tea room so go try it out and enjoy the experience .“

“Greek Basma’s chicken and cheese pita sandwhich SOOTHES MY SOUL! it’s comfort food, even on your worst day. The chicken is always so tender and soft. Delicious!“

“Great Food. Excellent Host.“

“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!“

“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!!!!“

“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!“

“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!“

“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!“

“I was pleasantly surprised. I dined at the more "private" section, and the food was excellent. The service was just as good.“

“The food and service were excellent. We had a 6:30 reservation and the server was kind enough to tell they were running out of Oyster and a main course dish which I thought was strange since the restaurant was just starting to get busy. We had four people, and all had appetizers and a main course. Three of us ordered their Lamb Chops that were severed almost the way we order them in terms of temperature. Three of us switches a vegetable that went with the Lamb main course. There was a $3.50 substitution charge for each. I ordered the Raw Oysters, which was $18, there were very fresh but only came with a small paper thimble of ketchup not a homemade sauce or fresh horseradish, and no oyster crackers. I asked for horseradish and some crackers, and they charged us $1.50 for extra crackers. Our bill before server tip was $300. You would think they would not nickel and dime us for changing a vegetable or crackers. Not a good policy. By the way this is a very small restaurant that is very noisy.“

“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!“

“Solid Chinese joint. You're going to want to take this home. It's not really all that appealing for eat-in.

All four dishes that we got here were great. I wish the egg rolls were a bit bigger but they were tasty as well

Pricing was normal. And the guy at the counter was nice enough but don't be looking to start up too many conversations with him.

I thought the sesame chicken and the garlic chicken were both really good. The pork lo mein was a really healthy amount of shredded pork in it. Can't remember the last time I was impressed with pork lo mein.“

“First visit to Hangout, came there to hear local band Alibi, for some stripped down powerhouse rock and roll. The lead singer has the perfect voice for their music, and the several medleys they include in their performance are really fun.
Full bar, you may have to compete for attention if they are a bit busy. Variety and pricing are both good. The stage is generously sized, large dance floor and plenty of seating. Still in transition from previous ownership, decor-wise.
Hangout is not visible from the main parking area, trust your directions and walk back just a little ways. All in all, a fun evening of music.“

“Delicious food and great service!“

“Chases provided exceptional service by making himself available for us.“

“Great hamburgers and fries“

“Cru Food & Wine Bar is a wine lover's playground, with an impressive selection of wines that makes choosing just one feel like an impossible task (a very good problem to have!). We kicked things off with a build-your-own cheese platter paired with soppressata and prosciutto. The cheese selection was excellent—Manchego, Pecorino, Cheddar, and Camembert—all fresh, flavorful, and a perfect match for the wine. For my entrée, I had the Wagyu Picanha steak with papas bravas and the "jumbo" asparagus. The steak was cooked to a perfect medium rare and was absolutely delicious. The papas bravas were fantastic as well. The only thing that gave us a laugh was the asparagus—while tasty, it appeared to have skipped a few meals, because there was nothing "jumbo" about it! We also tried the Barolo-braised short rib, which was incredibly tender and packed with flavor. It practically melted with every bite. To finish, we shared the Tiramisu Cake, and wow—what a way to end the meal. Rich, decadent, and easily one of the highlights of the evening. Great food, an outstanding wine selection, and a relaxed atmosphere make Cru a place we'll happily return to. Just don't set your expectations too high for the asparagus's waistline! 🍷🧀🥩😄“