Best places in Wake Forest

Discover the best places in Wake Forest, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 220 places in the city.

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E. Carroll Joyner Park
Park
A 117-acre expanse featuring paved trails, an amphitheater, a pecan grove & some old farm buildings.
4.80 (1.6K reviews)
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Paul and Jack
Bakery
πŸ‘πŸ‘ So excited to have a place like this in Wake Forest! The pastry for the chocolate cornetti was so flaky and buttery, and the chocolate filling was perfect: super creamy and rich without feeling overly heavy. Strawberry bomboloni was gorgeous and delicious. Delicious cappuccino as well. Looking forwa...
$ $$$
4.90 (402 reviews)
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Dirty Dogs Spa
Pet groomer
πŸ‘πŸ‘ First time bringing Minnie! Looked like she enjoyed it! Minnie looked and smelled beautiful after her bath and beauty treatment with Christina! Her coat felt so soft. Thank you, Christina, for taking such good care of her! Just brought Cal and Minnie and they look and smell so good! Loving th...
4.80 (755 reviews)
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First Watch
Breakfast restaurant
Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.
$$ $$
4.70 (2K reviews)
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Lazeez Indian
Indian restaurant
Biryanis, Tandoori grills & other North Indian specialties in a relaxed restaurant.
$$ $$
4.70 (1K reviews)
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Wake Forest Coffee Company
Coffee shop
Low-key, basic cafe offering light bites, organic coffee & local art on the walls.
$ $$$
4.70 (949 reviews)
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Charlie's Kabob Grill
Mediterranean restaurant
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Really don't know why this was my first visit to Charlie's. Definitely a Wake Forest gem. Friendly service, clean, and best of all the food was really scrumptious. Fresh and tasty! Yum!
$ $$$
4.70 (824 reviews)
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Over the Falls
American restaurant
Pubby bar & grill with a something-for-everyone menu & a drinks list including creative cocktails.
$$ $$
4.60 (2.2K reviews)
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Curry House
Indian restaurant
πŸ‘πŸ‘ It’s so wonderful to have such a great Indian restaurant in Wake Forest. The food was absolutely delicious. The presentation is great as well. And the staff are all friendly, kind, gracious, helpful and attentive. We ordered both veggie and meat samosas, garlic naan, mango lassi, palaak paneer and...
$$ $$
4.70 (557 reviews)
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Brigs at the Forest Restaurant
Breakfast restaurant
Branch of a casual NC chain serving all-day breakfasts, burgers & other comfort-food staples.
$$ $$
4.60 (1.7K reviews)
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Black & White Coffee Wake Forest
Coffee shop
πŸ‘πŸ‘ I had the pleasure of meeting Tia, the talented barista, on Labor Day, and she crafted an exceptional cappuccino that left me thoroughly impressed. Her attention to detail, from the perfect espresso shot to the velvety microfoam, resulted in a rich and aromatic cup of cappuccino that set the tone fo...
$$ $$
4.70 (540 reviews)
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Battle House Laser Tag - Wake Forest
Laser tag center
5.00 (174 reviews)
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Publix Super Market at The Shoppes at Heritage Village
Supermarket
Supermarket chain with a wide selection of groceries, plus deli & bakery departments.
$$ $$
4.60 (1.4K reviews)
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Asuka Asian Bistro and Sushi Bar
Japanese restaurant
Relaxed, contemporary eatery offering creative sushi rolls & Japanese kitchen entrees, such as soba.
$$ $$
4.60 (1K reviews)
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Farm Table
Restaurant
Restaurant & bar serving New American fare & cocktails in a wood-accented, farmhouse-chic setting.
$$ $$
4.70 (427 reviews)
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Showmars Wake Forest
Greek restaurant
Local chain serving gyros, souvlaki & Greek-American fare in a bright, casual setting.
$ $$$
4.60 (788 reviews)
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Goodberry's Frozen Custard
Dessert shop
Frozen custard specialist offering a rotating flavor of the day, plus lots of toppings for mix-ins.
$$ $$
4.60 (746 reviews)
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Dairy Depot
Ice cream shop
Seasonal ice cream parlor for creative cones, sundaes & blended desserts, plus custom cakes.
$ $$$
4.60 (716 reviews)
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Plant Cakes Bake Shop
Bakery
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Jess and Mark were so kind to work with to create the ideal wedding cake for us. I’m GF and they easily accommodated my needs- my GF guests were thrilled! Chocolate 3-tier with fresh raspberry frosting and abundant cupcakes, plus easy communication and delivery- we had a great experience.
$$ $$
4.80 (239 reviews)
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Amalia's Authentic Italian Restaurant
Restaurant
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Since moving from Minnesota to North Carolina, I have been looking for that one, intimate Italian restaurant that stands out from the rest and that I could rely on for an intimate evening out. This establishment literally hit home, its is intimate, it is welcoming, accommodating and more than capab...
4.70 (347 reviews)
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