DINING
American
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. mapSpanky'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... mapWeathervane 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... map
Asian
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... map
Bistro
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. map
Brew Pubs
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... mapTop 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. map
Cafes
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... mapCity 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.
Chinese
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. map
Coffee Shops
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... mapCoffee 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. mapOpen 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... map
Delis & Sandwich Shops
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... mapLu-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. mapMcAlister'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... map
Diners
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... map
Eclectic
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. map
French
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... map
Greek
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... map
Indian
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... map
Italian
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... mapAurora
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... mapPanzanella 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... mapSal'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... mapValentino'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. map
Japanese
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... mapKurama 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. map
Mediterranean
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... map
Mexican & Southwestern
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. mapFlying 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. mapLa 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. map
Pizza
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... mapCiao 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... mapLoop 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. map
Sports Bars & Pubs
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... mapW.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. map
Seafood
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. mapSquid'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... map
Southern
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... mapMama 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... map
Steaks & Chops
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. map
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