Lucy's Restaurant 114 Henderson Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27515, 919-933-2260, A wide ranging menu that has everything from steak and chicken to vegetarian and seafood dishes is featured at this restaurant that also has an open kitchen to watch your meals being prepared. They are open daily for lunch, dinner, and late night dining plus serve brunch on Saturdays and Sundays. 

Spanky's Restaurant 101 East Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, 919-967-2678, Spanky's is an American bar and grill located on the busiest corner of downtown Chapel Hill. A Chapel Hill institution since 1977. more... 

Weathervane Cafe 1800 East Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, Inside "A Southern Season" at Eastgate Shopping, 919-929-9466, Enjoy a fabulous American lunch or late afternoon snack out on Weathervane's garden patio after a day of shopping at the Eastgate Shopping Center, or sip a glass of wine with friends inside as you admire the fabulous local art--- all of which is available for purchase. more... 

Lantern Restaurant, The 423 West Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, 919-969-8846, Enjoy modern Asian cuisine including Vietnamese, Japanese, and Chinese dishes served in a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere at this restaurant that also features a romantic bar that serves fabulous cocktails and offers an extensive wine list. Private parties and catering are also available. They are open Monday through Saturday for dinner only; closed on Sundays. The bar is open until 2 a.m. Monday through Saturday. more... 

Henry's Bistro 403 West Rosemary Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, 919-967-4720, Open nightly for late night dining, this eclectic bistro serves an award-winning late night menu of delicious French cuisine and unique local dishes. Live entertainment is provided on the weekends and a Jazz Jam is featured on Tuesday evenings. 

Carolina Brewery 460 West Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27515, 919-942-1800, The first microbrewery in Chapel Hill, this award-winning brewery serves an array of contemporary American cuisine, as well as a large selection of handcrafted ales and lagers. Many of the dishes on the menu, including desserts, are made with beer. They are open daily for lunch, dinner, and late night dining. more... 

Top of the Hill Restaurant & Brewery 100 East Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, 919-929-8676, Upscale, yet casual restaurant that overlooks downtown Chapel Hill from their large, third floor outdoor patio and serves an array of delicious American cuisine and microbrews. They are open daily for lunch, dinner, and late night dining and live music is provided on Thursday evenings. 

Bear Rock Cafe 201 South Estes Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, University Mall, 919-859-9200, Mountain lodge style cafe that specializes in fresh, "mountain-stuffed" sandwiches plus serves an array of fresh soups, salads, and desserts daily for lunch and dinner. Boxed lunches, party trays, and catering services are also available.  more... 

City Ways Cafe 405 Rosemary Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27515, 919-942-9929, Modern cafe and gift store that serves a wide variety of made-from-scratch soups, salads, and sandwiches on home-baked breads. They also serve an array of tantalizing pastries and plated desserts. They are open Monday through Saturday for lunch and early dinner.

35 Chinese 143 West Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, University Square, 919-968-3488, Authentic Chinese restaurant that offers the best variety of Chinese food in the area plus features a Super Buffet of over 50 delicious Chinese dishes. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. 

Caffe Driade Espresso Bar, Teahouse, & Winebar 1215-A East Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27515, 919-942-2333, This national award winning Espresso bar, Teahouse & Wine bar, which has been featured on the Food Network show "$40 a Day", serves a thoughtful selection of wine & beer, handcrafted espresso & coffee drinks, as well as delicious baked goods and premium whole leaf tea. The sculpted gardens and patios are tucked in amongst the surrounding woods to offer a truly unique spot to escape & relax. You can enjoy live music in the evenings during the summer and fine cigars are stocked in the areas only humidor. more... 

Coffee Mill Roastery 161 East Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27515, 919-929-1727, All of the coffee beans available at this roastery are roasted and blended on site and range from Colombian to exotic blends. Specialty coffee drinks, a great selection of teas, healthy gourmet sandwiches, homemade desserts, and much more are on the menu and live acoustic entertainment is provided on Friday evenings. They are open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. 

Open Eye Cafe 101 South Greensboro Street, Carrboro, NC 27510, 919-968-9410, Carrboro's national award winning coffee house has a comfortable, yet metro atmosphere that invites you to savor each award winning handcrafted drink, and exerience how coffee should taste. The coffee is roasted fresh on site by the area's only coffee roaster, Carrboro Coffee Company. Also featured are fresh baked pastries & special food creations, premium whole leaf tea, espresso shakes and a carefully selected beer & wine menu. Live music weekly, and art showings monthly, as well as special events, such as coffee education classes are featured. Hours are Monday-Thursday 7am to 11pm, Friday-Saturday 7am to midnight and Sunday 8am to 11pm. more... 

Foster's Market & Deli 750 Airport Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, 919-967-3663, Gourmet cafe and deli that specializes in fresh, homemade baked goods, sandwiches, fresh baked pastries, soups, and salads. A coffee bar is also on site and patio dining is available. They are open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. more... 

Lu-E-G's Sandwich Shop 111 North Churton Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27278, Hillsborough, 919-732-5453, Quaint country style cafe and sandwich shop that features an old-fashioned ice cream parlor and serves an eclectic menu of Greek pockets, hummus, homemade spreads, and a wide assortment of soda fountain specialties. Live folk and bluegrass music is performed every Friday evening. They are open Monday through Saturday for breakfast and lunch plus serve dinner on Fridays. 

McAlister's Deli 205 East Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27515, 919-960-7905, An upscale Southern style deli that offers a large variety of huge sandwiches, Texas size stuffed potatoes, subs, soups, and salads. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more... 

Elmo's Diner 200 North Greensboro Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27510, Carrboro, 919-929-2909, Family style diner that serves a large variety of hearty, comfort style dishes in a unique, comfortable atmosphere. Breakfast is served all day and all of the meals and desserts are made-from-scratch. They are open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. more... 

Elaine's on Franklin 463 West Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27515, 919-960-2770, A hip, New York style restaurant that features a daily changing menu of tantalizing new American cuisine, international dishes, and eclectic creations. An extensive wine list with numerous selections offered by the glass is available to complement your meal. They are open Tuesday through Saturday for dinner only; closed on Sundays. Reservations are recommended. 

La Residence 292 West Rosemary Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, 919-967-2506, Located in a historic residence, this upscale French-American restaurant offers the best in ambiance and fine dining and specializes in regional and seasonal dishes combined with a classical French flare. The menu changes monthly and an extensive wine list is available. Romantic patio dining in a Southern cottage garden is also available. La Residence also offers a cafe experience with bistro type food and lighter dining, in addition to fine dining. A bar with live music and light menu is available nightly, except on Mondays. They are open nightly for dinner. more... 

Spartacus Grille 104-A New Waverly Place, Chapel Hill, NC 27511, Cary, 919-852-5050, Open daily for lunch and dinner, this award-winning restaurant serves an excellent selection of Greek dishes with a Mediterranean flair such as pastas, lamb, steak, chicken, and vegetarian dishes in a relaxing and comfortable atmosphere. more... 

Tandoor Indian 1301 East Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27515, 919-967-6622, Authentic Indian cuisine is the specialty of this restaurant that serves an array of specialty dishes, vegetarian dishes, and popular Tandoor clay-oven dishes. Daily lunch buffets are available, as well as Friday and Saturday dinner buffets. They are open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner and open on Sunday for dinner only. more... 

411 West 411 West Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27515, 919-967-2782, The flavors of Italy and the Mediterranean come alive in the contemporary dishes at this unique restaurant that has house favorites such as Chicken Marsala, Lemon Linguini, and a variety of pizzas cooked on a wood-burning oven. A cappuccino bar is also on site. They are open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner and open on Sunday for dinner only. more... 

Aurora 1350 Raleigh Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, 919-942-2400, All of the delicious contemporary Italian dishes and Italian breadsticks are hand prepared fresh daily at this upscale restaurant that features an ever-changing menu and an extensive wine list that includes the widest selection of Italian wines in the Triangle. A large and stylish lounge is also on site that serves innovative martinis, ports, cigars, and a wide selection of single-malt scotches. They are open nightly for dinner.  more... 

Panzanella Restaurant & Bakery 200 North Greensboro Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27510, Carr Mill Mall, Carrboro, 919-929-6626, This wonderful restaurant serves a menu full of Italian and Mediterranean specialties and appetizers complemented by an excellent selection of wines and microbrews. Romantic patio dining is available. They are open Tuesday through Saturday for lunch and dinner and open on Sundays for dinner only; closed on Mondays. more... 

Sal's Ristorante 1800 East Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, Easgate Shopping Center, 919-968-4642, Family owned Italian restaurant that serves an array of authentic, homemade Italian specialties such as pizzas, pastas, sauces, calzones, and sandwiches. A buffet is served every Thursday evening. They are open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner and open on Sundays for dinner only. more... 

Valentino's Restaurant 100 West Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, 919-960-4224, Open daily for lunch and dinner, this upscale Italian restaurant offers wonderful entrees such as fusilli with crabmeat, salmon with champagne sauce, and a clams casino appetizer on their menu. Reservations are recommended. 

Akai Hana Restaurant 206 West Main Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27510, Carrboro, 919-942-6848, Specializing in traditional Japanese cuisine, this restaurant serves a full menu of delicious entrees plus features a sushi bar that includes a variety of tempura, sushi, and teriyaki. Live jazz is performed two to three nights a week. They are open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner and open on Saturdays for dinner only; closed on Sundays. more... 

Kurama Sushi & Noodle Express 105 North Columbia Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, 919-968-4747, The menu at this casual Japanese restaurant includes hearty noodle and rice bowls, delicious desserts, and fresh salads. The first Kaiten sushi bar in North Carolina is also featured at this restaurant. They serve lunch and dinner daily. 

Grill at Glen Lennox, The 1201 Raleigh Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, Glen Lennox Shopping Center, 919-942-1963, Fine dining restaurant that serves an array of Mediterranean and Californian cuisine including fresh seafood, pastas, and wood-fired specialties such as brick-oven pizzas. A large wine selection complements your meal. They are open Monday through Saturday for dinner only; closed on Sundays. more... 

El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant 1404 East Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, 919-929-6566, Featuring a fun and casual atmosphere, this Mexican restaurant offers a full, authentic menu of traditional Mexican cuisine including tacos, burritos, quesadillas, enchiladas, and vegetarian selections, as well as a full service bar. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. 

Flying Burrito 746 Airport Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27514-5700, Midtown Market, 919-967-7744, This Southwestern-American restaurant is famous for its "Flounder Juice," voted one of the best hot sauces in the United States. An array of Southwestern dishes with a Carolina accent are featured on the menu and cozy patio dining is available. They are open nightly for dinner plus serve lunch Monday through Friday. 

La Hacienda 1813 Chapel Hill Boulevard, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, 919-967-0207, Family owned and operated restaurant that features authentic Mexican cuisine meticulously prepared with their own special sauces and fresh ingredients. Daily dinner and drink specials are available and they are open daily for lunch and dinner. 

Amante Gourmet Pizza 300 East Main Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27510, Carrboro, 919-929-3330, Voted the best pizza in Carrboro, this pizzeria serves an array of pizzas, including Italian, Greek, Mexican, and vegetarian, as well as salads, subs, and desserts. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more... 

Ciao Bella Pizzeria 11500 North Cole Park Plaza Highway 15-501 North, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, Located next to Chatham Crossings, 919-932-4440, Open daily for lunch and dinner, this Italian restaurant and pizzeria specializes in New York style pizzas and homemade Italian dinners. Catering services are available. more... 

Loop Pizza Grill 1800 East Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, Eastgate Shopping Center, 919-969-7112, If you have a craving for deep dish pizzas, milk shakes, and homemade onion rings, then this unique restaurant is the place for you. A variety of American and Italian favorites are on the menu including Chicago style deep-dish pizzas, grilled sandwiches and burgers, and steak fries. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. 

Ham's Restaurant 310 West Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, 919-933-3767, This deli and sports bar features a full bar with two big screens TVs and nine additional TVs broadcasting all of your favorite sports plus serves a wide array of delicious sandwiches, salads, and homemade potato chips. They are open daily for lunch, dinner, and late night dining. more... 

W.B. Yeats Irish Pub 306-G West Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27515, 919-960-8335, "Chapel Hill's original Irish pub" that features an authentic Irish and American lunch buffet and a full menu of delicious entrees. Live entertainment that includes Celtic, jazz, and folk music is performed Thursday through Saturday evenings and a Talent Night is held on Wednesdays. They are open nightly for dinner and late night dining plus serve lunch Thursday through Saturday. 

East End Oyster & Martini Bar 201 East Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27515, 919-929-0024, Unique restaurant that serves an assortment of fresh seafood entrees plus features a raw bar and serves every kind of fabulous martini that you can imagine. Live music is performed Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. 

Squid's Restaurant & Oyster Bar 1201 North Fordham Boulevard, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, 919- 942-8757, Enjoy lobster, shrimp, oysters, and the freshest fish around at this relaxed seafood eatery that also features an onsite fresh seafood market. An oyster bar is also on site that includes clams and shrimp. They are open nightly for dinner. more... 

Crook's Corner 610 West Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, 919-929-7643, Known as the home of shrimp and grits and vegetarian jambalaya, this unique restaurant specializes in Southern delicacies and seafood specialties served in a casual, lively atmosphere. The menu changes daily and patio dining is available. They are open nightly for dinner plus serve a wonderful brunch on Sunday. more... 

Mama Dip's Kitchen 408 West Rosemary Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, 919-942-5837, If down-home Southern cooking is what you crave, then you'll enjoy dining at this unique restaurant that offers an abundance of traditional American and Southern dishes, especially fresh, home-style vegetables. Mama Dip's Kitchen is open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. more... 

Prime Only 1742 North Fordham Boulevard, Chapel Hill, NC 27515, 919-929-1518, Upscale steakhouse that serves specializes in fine, Midwestern grain-fed beef plus serves an array of chicken, seafood, and pasta entrees, complemented by an excellent wine list and truly sinful desserts. They are open Monday through Saturday for dinner only; closed on Sundays. Reservations are recommended.