More of North Carolina's Standout Tables
A broader cut of the restaurants defining how diners move through North Carolina, with Beam Score signals and editorial context side by side.
First Watch
Wilmington, North Carolina
Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.
Shuckin' Shack Oyster Bar
Salisbury, North Carolina
Family-friendly hub for steamed & raw shellfish, wings & beers served in a no-frills setting.
The Local Table
Hendersonville, North Carolina
Identifies as Indigenous-owned, Identifies as women-owned. Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service.
Nick's Old Fashioned Hamburger
Lexington, North Carolina
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Page Road Grill
Durham, North Carolina
Sleek interior with patio seating, a full bar & a menu of Southern dishes with international twists.
Shuckin' Shack Oyster Bar
Surf City, North Carolina
Family-friendly hub for steamed & raw shellfish, wings & beers served in a no-frills setting.
Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings
Wilson, North Carolina
Chain eatery serving up fried chicken fingers, wings, sandwiches & other American comfort food.
DT's Blue Ridge Java
Spruce Pine, North Carolina
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Jon G's Barbecue
Monroe, North Carolina
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Smashburger
Charlotte, North Carolina
Counter-serve chain featuring signature smashed burgers, plus sides & shakes.
First Watch
Raleigh, North Carolina
Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.
Michael's Seafood Restaurant
Wilmington, North Carolina
Known for its chowder, this casual seafood spot also serves steaks as well as beer & cocktails.
Blue Moon Beach Grill
Nags Head, North Carolina
Seafood & updated Southern comfort food in a cozy space with original artwork & a nautical theme.
The Med
Asheville, North Carolina
Long-running diner with booths & counter stools dishing up familiar Greek & American plates.
Di Lisio's Italian Restaurant
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Traditional Italian restaurant offering a broad menu of red-sauce pastas, plus mix-&-match entrees.
City Market Sushi
Raleigh, North Carolina
Lively destination for creative sushi rolls, bento boxes & other Japanese eats in modern surrounds.
Saffron Indian Cuisine
Greensboro, North Carolina
Clay-oven dishes & other classic Indian eats plus a lunch buffet in a casual but stylish space.
Katana Kitchen
Statesville, North Carolina
Service options: Outdoor seating, Drive-through, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch.
Kolapasi Indian Canteen - Chapel Hill NC
Durham, North Carolina
Identifies as women-owned. Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Tom's Place
High Point, North Carolina
American comfort fare & an all-day breakfast share the menu at this bright local diner.
Stacks Kitchen
Charlotte, North Carolina
Bright, contemporary kitchen whipping up familiar diner fare, including breakfast served all day.
Cabo Fish Taco
Charlotte, North Carolina
Baja-style Mexican bites & cocktails from a chill hangout with a saloonlike interior.
Joe Fish Casual Seafood
Statesville, North Carolina
Down-to-earth restaurant offering a New England–inspired menu, full bar & patio seating.
First Watch
Raleigh, North Carolina
Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.
Bear's Smokehouse Barbecue
Asheville, North Carolina
Local BBQ outpost serving smoked meats & sandwiches, plus comfort sides, in a low-key setting.