Top rated Southern us 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 32 places from Southern us restaurant category.

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Flavor Hills
Southern restaurant (US)
$$ $$
4.70 (1K reviews)
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Glenwood Grill
Southern restaurant (US)
Veteran destination for Southern coastal cooking presented against a sleek backdrop.
$$ $$
4.70 (826 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.
$ $$$
4.60 (3.9K reviews)
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Big Ed's City Market Restaurant
Southern restaurant (US)
Southern breakfast & lunch plates in a laid-back cafe with funky antiques hanging from the ceiling.
$ $$$
4.60 (2.7K 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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the Oak, Kitchen | Bourbon Bar
Restaurant
New American plates, bourbon & cocktails served in airy, industrial-chic digs with outdoor seating.
$$ $$
4.60 (926 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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NOFO @ the Pig
Gift shop
Quirky combined Southern cafe, gourmet market & gift shop set in a former Piggly Wiggly supermarket.
$$ $$
4.60 (577 reviews)
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Midwood Smokehouse
Barbecue restaurant
Regional BBQ specialties served up on plates & in sandwiches in a roadhouselike setting.
$$ $$
4.60 (390 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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Big Ed's North Restaurant
Southern restaurant (US)
Hearty Southern eats, including country ham biscuits, hot cakes & grits, served in a comfy setting.
$ $$$
4.50 (2K reviews)
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Iyla's Southern Kitchen
Southern restaurant (US)
👍👍 Forget everything you know about chicken sandwiches. Right now. Now go to Iylas. You're welcome. Bacon pimento hushpuppies. The Audaciousness! GOD IS GOOD! If I wasn't a good southern raised gal I'd slap the $#*@ outta Ms.Iyla for that Mac and cheese! Damn. I taste it in my dreams! The loaded tat...
$ $$$
4.50 (241 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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Biscuitville
Breakfast restaurant
Family-friendly daytime diner with biscuit sandwiches, breakfast platters & hearty sides.
$ $$$
4.40 (1.7K reviews)
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Biscuitville
Breakfast restaurant
Family-friendly daytime diner with biscuit sandwiches, breakfast platters & hearty sides.
$ $$$
4.40 (431 reviews)
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Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar
Southern restaurant (US)
An all-day menu of Southern comfort food with a creative twist, plus craft beers & cocktails.
$$ $$
4.30 (3.4K reviews)
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Tobacco Road Sports Cafe & Brewery
Southern restaurant (US)
👍👍 This place was F#!@*&g great! Was in town for a concert and stopped by. Couldn't have been happier. Huge place, great in-house beers, fantastic food. There's a game room in the back, with done really cool stuff, and all of the TVs are yup by the ceiling so you can watch everything easily. Prices ar...
$$ $$
4.30 (1.3K reviews)
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Mecca Restaurant
Traditional restaurant
Old-timey, family-owned mainstay serving Southern comfort food & drinks since the 1930s.
$ $$$
4.30 (836 reviews)
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Cantina 18
Southwestern restaurant (US)
Festive setup featuring Mexican fusion dishes made with local meats & fish, plus craft margaritas.
$$ $$
4.30 (767 reviews)
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Braise Contemporary Southern
Southern restaurant (US)
Contemporary eatery inside the Marriott offering American & Southern fare plus wine & cocktails.
4.30 (66 reviews)
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