22 Best Southern Restaurants in Raleigh

Whiskey Kitchen Southern • $$
201 W Martin St, Raleigh

Customers` Favorites

Bushmills Sherry Cask Reserve
Cheese and Prosciutto Board
Nash Square Breakfast Sammy
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Lamb Burger and Fries
Chopped BBQ Platter
Biscuits and Gravy
Charcuterie Board
Brussels Sprouts
Biscuits & Gravy

“Despite coming in on a whim on a Saturday at 430, I was able to get seated quickly and the waiter appeared soon after.

The food was served quickly and while I had the chefs board, so nothing was cooked, the crostini was crisp and the baguette nicely warmed. I was getting a bourbon flight so I appreciated that there were 2 types of cheese, breads and meats along with spicy pickled vegetables, a kicking Dijon mustard and a sweet preserve. So all in all nice variety.

My waiter was attentive without being annoying, and despite sitting indoors it wasn't as loud as I thought it would be. The patio looked nice too I just wanted a chair not a bench.

The whiskey/bourbon menu was extensive featuring American, Scottish, Irish and Japanese options. They also have a section, flight and Wednesday discount for NC distillers.

I definitely go back to try something else, both alcohol and food.“

4.3 Superb226 Reviews
Beasley's Chicken + Honey Chicken • $
237 S Wilmington St, Raleigh

Customers` Favorites

Fried Chicken and Waffles with Creamed Collard Greens
Chicken Biscuit w Pickled Green Tomato Dijon Honey
Ashe Co Pimento Mac N Cheese Custard
Carolina Reaper Hot Chicken Sandwich
Cirmiamon Biscuit Bread Pudding
Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich
Cinnamon Biscuit Bread Pudding
Reaper Hot Chicken Benedict
Reaper Chicken Sandwich
Classic Chicken Sandwich

“This place is top notch and I’d recommend it to anyone. The Carolina Reaper chicken sandwich is full of flavor - just to state the obvious, though - it’s HOT! Everything went very smooth and we had a great waiter, even with a completely slammed restaurant.“

4.5 Superb352 Reviews
Flavor Hills Southern • $$
319 Fayetteville St Suite 105, Raleigh

Customers` Favorites

Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich
Honey Jerk Chicken Caesar
Sweet Potato Tater Tots
The Hills French Toast
Biscuit Chicken Bites
Cheesesteak Scramble
Cajun Shrimp & Grits
Fried Green Tomatoes
Fried Chicken Wings
Macaroni and Cheese

“Food and atmosphere was excellent !“

4.5 Superb663 Reviews
Glenwood Grill Seafood • $$
2927 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh

Customers` Favorites

Peach and Strawberry Cobbler
Lobster Macaroni and Cheese
Shrimp and Seafood Grits
Crispy Pan Seared Catfish
Bailey's Chocolate Pie
Parmesan Fried Oysters
Fried Green Tomatoes
Pan Seared Scallops
Grilled Mahi Mahi
Mussels and Wine

“I am at Glenwood often and love the main dining area and the atmosphere. The food is great especially the salmon.“

4.7 Superb183 Reviews
Big Ed's City Market Restaurant Southern • $
220 Wolfe St, Raleigh

Customers` Favorites

Home or French Fries with Sausage Gravy
Two Eggs Scrambled with Fresh Sausage
French Toast with Powdered Sugar
French Toast and Grits
Grilled Biscuits 2
Corned Beef Hash
Steak and Eggs
Banana Pudding
Smoked Sausage
Turkey Sausage

“Great food! Great service! Great prices!“

4.6 Superb223 Reviews
Relish Craft Kitchen & Bourbon Bar Southern • $
5625 Creedmoor Rd, Raleigh

Customers` Favorites

Pimento Cheese Fritters with Pepper Jelly
Henderson County Grilled Cheese
House Fried Potato Chips
Southern Mac and Cheese
Fried Green Tomatoes
Cajun Shrimp & Grits
Country Fried Steak
Fried Cod Platter
Shrimp and Grits
Bacon Jam Burger

“Great food and great staff!“

4.5 Superb246 Reviews
Pam's Farmhouse Restaurant Southern • $
5111 Western Blvd, Raleigh

Customers` Favorites

Dutch Quality Jumbo Hot Wings with Fries Combo
What’S Left of Our Biscuits and Hush Puppies
Hamburger Steak Rice and Gravy Fried Oakra
Chicken Stew Rice Gravy and Fried Okra
One Egg Bologna Biscuits and Grits
Ham and Cheese Omelet with Grits
Fresh Fried Chicken Steak Grouy
Vegetable Omelette with Cheese
Eggs Turkey Sausage and Grits
Bacon and Cheese Omelette

“Lunch food is great but the servings are meager.“

4.7 Superb116 Reviews
State Farmers Market Restaurant Southern • $
1240 Farmers Market Dr, Raleigh

Customers` Favorites

Fried Chicken Fried Okra and Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
Chicken Fried Steak Home Fries Eggs Overeasy
ms Carol's Wolfpacker Grilled Chicken
NC Molasses Fresh-Made Sausage Gravy
One Hot Cake with NC Country Ham
Barbecue Chicken Fried Chicken
BBQ Chicken with String Beans
Biscuit and Sausage Gravy
Fried Chicken and Waffles
Grits or Home Fries Small

“Waiter was polite food was hot good. Waiter ask us wanted water with meal patient waiting to order.“

4.4 Superb279 Reviews
Iyla's Southern Kitchen Southern • $
411 W Morgan St, Raleigh

Customers` Favorites

Sandwich with NC BBQ Sauce House Pickles
Nashville Hot Chicken Mac & Cheese
Bacon Pimento Cheese Hush Puppies
Nashville Hot Chicken & Mac Bowl
Fried Chicken & Waffle Sandwich
Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich
Hot Chicken Mac & Cheese Bowl
Iyla’S NC Shrimp Burger
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Braised Collard Greens

“I love the owner and employees at Iyla’s (so friendly, always so down to earth)— their Mac’n’cheese is to die for. Their chicken tenders are huge!! And if you want a treat please try the barbecue sundae (collards, Mac, BBQ all stacked up!). I wake up in the middle of the night and crave their mac’n’cheese— you gotta try it!!“

4.7 Superb81 Reviews
The Flying Biscuit Cafe Southern • $
9400 Brier Creek Pkwy Suite 101, Raleigh

Customers` Favorites

Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed French Toast
Strawberry Cheesecake French Toast
Stuffed French Toast Breakfast
Biscuits with Apple Butter
Mexican Breakfast Burrito
Biscuit and Apple Butter
Flying Biscuit Breakfast
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Fluffy Flying Biscuit
The Breakfast Burger

“My sister and her family took me there for my birthday brinner and it was very tasty. Danielle the waitress was amazing. The mgr who shares my birth sign of virgo brought me a tasty dessert to celebrate and was very social and accepting even after a table of 7 walked in at 8:00pm. (Thank you) We had never been to any of the locations before and we decided to try this tonight. Everyone left extremely pleased with their selections all the way down to the ice tea and the virgin Bloody Mary. We all agreed we would be returning just not on weekend where it is 1 1/2 hr wait. 😳 Glad to have flying biscuit in the neighborhood. Thank you from all of us for a great experience and a new place to eat that we truly enjoyed. The Fields, Owens, Mclaughlin Families“

4.3 Superb391 Reviews
NOFO @ the Pig Southern • $$
2014 Fairview Rd, Raleigh

Customers` Favorites

Shrimp and Grits with Sautéed Bacon Mushrooms Garlic Butter and Green Onions over Pepper Jack Grits
NC BBQ Pork Sliders with Creamy Coleslaw Hot Sauce and Pickled Okra
Buttermilk Fried Chicken Salad
Breakfast Burrito Special
Hot Pimento Cheese Dip
Fried Green Tomatoes
Sweet Potato Fries
Chicken Salad Plate
Pulled Pork Hash
Shrimp & Grits

“Delicious chocolates and fun gift items! The food is great, too!“

4.5 Superb83 Reviews
Tobacco Road Sports Cafe & Brewery Southern • $
505 W Jones St, Raleigh

Customers` Favorites

House-Made Pimento Cheese & Pork Rinds
Texas Pete-Dusted Tater Tots
Low Country Shrimp & Grits
Buffalo Chicken Egg Rolls
Down East Nachos
Pork Belly Tacos
Ultimate Nachos
Grilled Salmon
Mac N Cheese
Sandwich

“We had our class reunion here last night and everything from the planning to the staff to the food was amazing! We had a great time and will definitely recommend this venue to others!“

4.3 Superb104 Reviews
Big Ed's North Restaurant Southern • $
Corners Shopping Center, 5009 Falls of Neuse Rd, Raleigh

Customers` Favorites

French Toast Sandwich with a Fried Egg Sandwich and Country Potatoes
Local Salty Country Ham with Red Eye Gravy
Home or French Fries with Sausage Gravy
Two Eggs Scrambled with Fresh Sausage
Eggs over Easy Cheesy Grits and Bacon
French Toast with Powdered Sugar
Giant Pancakes Sausagr and Egg
Chicken and Dumplings
Western Omelet With
Breakfast Platter

“My husband dropped off my mother and I at the front door. I entered the restaurant and asked for a table for three. The extremely rude hostess/ast. manager told we would have to wait for my husband to arrive before seating us. There I stand with my mother who has Parkinson and dementia having to wait before getting seated. I kid you not when we finally got seated it was literally 7 steps to our table that was vacant the entire wait. Big Ed's isn't ADA friendly. Avoid this restaurant!!“

4.2 Good219 Reviews
Lakeside Southern •
2450 Alumni Dr, Raleigh

“This is a beautiful hidden gem for lunch in Raleigh. A most beautiful setting with an outstanding chef and impeccable service. Truly remarkable and unforgettable amazing food. I look forward forward to returning often when business takes me to Raleigh. “

4.7 Superb20 Reviews
The Flying Biscuit Cafe Southern • $
2016 Clark Ave, Raleigh

Customers` Favorites

Fluffy Flying Biscuit with Cranberry Apple Butter
Famous Flying Biscuit Breakfast
Award Winning Shrimp and Grits
White Cheddar Cheese Grits
Biscuits with Apple Butter
Hot-Lanta Chicken Sandwich
Turkey Meatloaf & Pudge
Deep South Chorizo Hash
Heavenly French Toast
Chicken Sausage Gravy

“Magic favorite place to go. Great service great food great location.“

4.1 Good320 Reviews
Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar Southern • $$
425 Oberlin Rd, Raleigh

Customers` Favorites

Mac-N-Cheese Waffles with Asheville Hot Fried Chicken
Sriracha Honey Fried Chicken & Waffles
Tupelo's Famous Bone-In Fried Chicken
Mountain Blueberry Buttermilk Waffle
Buttermilk Fried Chicken Benedict
Whiskey & Onion Smash Burger
Biscuits with Blueberry Jam
Tupelo's Shrimp & Grits GF
'Old Skool' Breakfast Bowl
Tupelo Shrimp & Grits GF

“This place has a nice atmosphere, great people and reasonably priced.“

4 Good425 Reviews
Cantina 18 Southern • $
433 Daniels St, Raleigh

Customers` Favorites

Spicy Braised Short Rib Quesadilla
Spicy Braised Short Rib Burrito
Black Bean Quesadilla
Goat Cheese Guacamole
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Cantina 18 Guacamole
Three Tacos Platter
Adobo Glazed Salmon
Peppers Goat Cheese
Vegetarian Burrito

“Food was delicious and staff was Awesome and kept checking in. Recommend the goat cheese Guacamole and catfish tacos. Both delicious!!“

4 Good69 Reviews
Mandolin Southern • $$$
2519 Fairview Rd, Raleigh

Customers` Favorites

Country Ham with Poached Eggs and Hollandaise
Cornbread Skillet with Sorghum Butter
Oysters on the Half Shell
Videri Chocolate Souffle
Seared Duck Breast
Chicken and Waffles
Chicken & Waffles
Charcuterie Plate
Country Breakfast
Charcuterie Board

“It was our second time going here. It’s one of our favorite places that we will stop by everyone in a while. Sadly, the duck was no longer on the menu, which was a disappointment, but most definitely the lamb and ketchup. The day were amazing. Will be coming back next year for sure can’t wait to see what’s on the menu then.. server seem to be training somebody else but was able to refill our water and was very nice.“

3.9 Good260 Reviews
Bojangles Southern • $
8680 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh

Customers` Favorites

4 PC Supremes Combo with Biscuit
Bojangles Dirty Rice
Macaroni and Cheese
Cajun Filet Biscuit
Cheddar Bo Biscuit
Pork Chop Biscuit
Bo-Berry Biscuit
Boberry Biscuits
Sausage Biscuit
Cheese Biscuit

“I am shocked that I am giving a five star review to Bojangles. I placed an order in advance for 20 breakfast/chicken biscuits. I was so surprised when they were ready when I got there. I don’t know why I just didn’t expect it. I can’t really speak to the food because I did not eat it was delivering it to the staff of a senior care community and they seemed quite happy with it. They were professional when I placed the order and they took all the relevant information. I was very impressed overall.“

3.8 Good117 Reviews
Tin Roof Southern • $
300 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh

Customers` Favorites

Cheeseburger and Fries
Burger and Tater Tots
Wings Chicken Wings
Tenders - 5 Piece
Fried Pickles
Avocado Taco
Fish Tacos

“Great atmosphere to hear music. Service was super. Awesome Nashville Hits the Roof show by Seaforth!“

3.7 Good81 Reviews
The Big Easy NC Southern • $$
222 Fayetteville St, Raleigh

Customers` Favorites

Chicken and Sausage Gumbo
Pimento Cheese Fritters
Fried Shrimp and Fries
Bourbon Street Brownie
South of Buffalo Wings
Red Beans and Rice
Sweet Potato Fries
Shrimp and Grits
Jambalaya Pasta
Seafood Platter

“The wife took me here for my birthday and it was a wonderful vibe. Food was awesome and the staff was very friendly. Also didn't have to wait on the food very long. Definitely would recommend this place“

3.8 Good214 Reviews
Rye Bar and Southern Kitchen Southern • $$
500 Fayetteville St, Raleigh

Customers` Favorites

Kentucky Bourbon Pecan Pie
Blackened Shrimp & Grits
Local Greens Salad
Shrimp and Grits
Chicken Pot Pie
Mac & Cheese
Fried Chicken
Rye Wings
Baked Brie
Hamburger

“We had an excellent dinner for our group this evening. We had a large group, we were seated and served very quickly. I would absolutely recommend this for a great dinner and wonderful staff. Scott, Rick and Susan went above and beyond to make sure our experience was wonderful.“

3.6 Good72 Reviews