I’m in Chapel Hill quite a bit, and so I’ve had my fair share of meals here. I hop between burgers, pasta, sandwiches, and everything in between! Here are some of the places that I personally enjoy and recommend!
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This is a solid place for Italian! I love their pasta and they have some delicious cocktails. The ambiance is super cool too!
Osteria Georgi - Chapel Hill, NC
This is a classic in downtown Chapel Hill. Here you can have some great food while enjoying the views!
Top of the Hill Restaurant & Brewery - Chapel Hill, NC
If you’re in the mood for a good steak, this is your place!
Bin 54 Steak & Cellar - Chapel Hill, NC
Their food is so fresh and delicious every time. Plus I beg you to try their creme brûlée
Squid's Restaurant - Chapel Hill, NC
One of the best BLT’s you’ll ever have!
Merritt’s Grill - Chapel Hill, NC
Such a good place to stop in and get a burger at!
Al's Burger Shack - Chapel Hill, NC
Another excellent place for Italian food! This one is on the fancier side and we love it!
Tarantini Italian Restaurant - Chapel Hill, NC
If you’re feeling like sushi in CH, this is your place! Service is fast and food is always delish
Spicy 9 Sushi Bar & Asian Restaurant
Obviously their hot dogs are amazing but don’t sleep on their hand smashed burgers!
Sup Dogs - Chapel Hill, NC
One of my favorite places to get a cocktail at! The environment is so cozy and classy
The Crunkleton - Chapel Hill, NC
I LOVE a good tendie. Plus the texas toast is to die for
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - Chapel Hill, NC
The best. Open 24 hours and everything is DIVINE. Pecan pie, mac and cheese, fried chicken, mashed potatoes, etc
Time-Out Restaurant - Chapel Hill, NC
Another Italian staple on the fancier side! Located in the Siena hotel, and the food is amazing. Highly recommend!
IL PALIO RESTAURANT - Chapel Hill, NC
I LOVE their pitas. One of my favorite lunch spots
Cava - Chapel Hill, NC
If you love chicken, you HAVE to try this place. I crave their chicken all the time. It’s dreamy