Top rated Lunch restaurants in Raleigh

Experience the best that Raleigh has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 39 places from Lunch restaurant category.

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Bedford Food & Drink
Restaurant
👍👍 Fantastic place in the best community! So grateful for these guys - Chris and the rest of the squad are extremely nice and accommodating. The food and drink selection is awesome! We love the morning bagels and the German Pilsner is refreshing! The architectural design of the entire place is great, o...
4.90 (73 reviews)
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First Watch
Breakfast restaurant
Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.
$$ $$
4.80 (1.6K reviews)
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First Watch
Breakfast restaurant
Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.
$$ $$
4.80 (813 reviews)
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First Watch
Breakfast restaurant
Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.
$$ $$
4.70 (2.9K reviews)
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First Watch
Breakfast restaurant
Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.
$$ $$
4.70 (774 reviews)
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Carroll's Kitchen
Restaurant
Housemade breakfast-&-lunch bites in a charity-run counter-serve benefiting women in crisis.
$ $$$
4.70 (179 reviews)
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State Farmers Market Restaurant
Southern restaurant (US)
Southern country breakfasts & lunches in a bright space with indoor & outdoor seats by the Market.
$ $$$
4.60 (3.9K reviews)
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First Watch
Breakfast restaurant
Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.
$$ $$
4.60 (2.8K reviews)
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Irregardless
Restaurant
Long-running cafe offering a global menu of locally sourced fare, plus live music.
$$ $$
4.60 (2.5K reviews)
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The Flying Biscuit Cafe
Restaurant
Branch of a laid-back chain known for Southern food & all-day breakfast selections.
$$ $$
4.60 (941 reviews)
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Plates Neighborhood Kitchen
American restaurant
Modern eatery with a globally-inspired, farm-fresh menu, plus signature cocktails & weekend brunch.
$$ $$
4.60 (875 reviews)
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The Optimist Raleigh
Coffee shop
👍👍 First visit and I’m hooked! Gorgeous design and atmosphere made me want to just stay all day. The service was excellent: kind and caring people who make delicious coffee. I can’t wait to come back and try out the food menu. This place checks all the important boxes, it has clean restrooms and I love...
4.60 (336 reviews)
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Fun DipPot - Instant Hot Pot
Hot pot restaurant
👍👍 Super delicious, especially the curry base. It is especially fun to assemble your own bowl. A wonderful dinner, and very reasonably priced!
$ $$$
4.60 (69 reviews)
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Metro Diner
Diner
Local diner chain serving classic American breakfast & lunch fare in a warm atmosphere.
$$ $$
4.50 (2.8K reviews)
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Brigs Great Beginnings Restaurant
Breakfast restaurant
Branch of a casual NC chain serving all-day breakfasts, burgers & other comfort-food staples.
$$ $$
4.50 (1.1K reviews)
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Taste, Small Plates & Wine Bar
Restaurant
Bustling, art-filled locale with community tables for unique small plates, wines & craft cocktails.
$$ $$
4.50 (164 reviews)
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The Flying Biscuit Cafe
Restaurant
Branch of a laid-back chain known for Southern food & all-day breakfast selections.
$$ $$
4.40 (2.9K reviews)
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J. Alexander's Restaurant
American restaurant
Restaurant chain serving wood-fired American fare in a contemporary space with a bar.
$$$ $
4.40 (2.5K reviews)
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Jasmin & Olivz Mediterranean - NCSU
Mediterranean restaurant
Basic counter-serve joint supplying Greek & Lebanese wraps, sandwiches, salads & platters.
$ $$$
4.40 (628 reviews)
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Happy + Hale
Health food restaurant
👍👍 Just went to the raleigh location, first time trying happy + hale and had planned to use cash as my credit card was just stolen, I found out at the register that they are cashless (my fault) but the incredibly sweet staff let me have my order anyway!! I tried to tip but they dont accept them! I will...
$$ $$
4.40 (354 reviews)
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