36 Best Southern Restaurants in Raleigh

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  • Whiskey Kitchen 201 West Martin Street, Raleigh Southern · $$

    1 Whiskey Kitchen

    4.4 Superb 499 Reviews

    201 West Martin Street, Raleigh

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Bushmills Sherry Cask Reserve
    • Cheese and Prosciutto Board
    • Nash Square Breakfast Sammy
    • Fried Chicken Sandwich

    “Me and my coworkers went here for his birthday we all ate the Lamb Burgers the burger was different and very good also Caleb invited us there the the management and staff was amazing it was amazing experience would definitely go again thank you whiskey kitchen again. Sincerely, James”

  • Big Ed's City Market Restaurant 220 Wolfe Street, Raleigh Southern · $

    2 Big Ed's City Market Restaurant

    4.6 Superb 514 Reviews

    220 Wolfe Street, Raleigh

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Home or French Fries with Sausage Gravy
    • Two Eggs Scrambled with Fresh Sausage
    • French Toast with Powdered Sugar
    • French Toast and Grits

    “You know it’s going to be good when the table comes stocked with molasses which pairs so well with the buttermilk biscuits. The little girls’ favorite was the garden fresh corn on the cob. The only thing better than the food is the service! Thank y’all for making us feel at home.”

  • Pam's Farmhouse Restaurant 5111 Western Boulevard, Raleigh Southern · $

    3 Pam's Farmhouse Restaurant

    4.7 Superb 308 Reviews

    5111 Western Boulevard, Raleigh

    • Take-Out

    Customers’ favorites

    • What’S Left of Our Biscuits and Hush Puppies
    • Dutch Quality Jumbo Hot Wings with Fries Combo
    • Hamburger Steak Rice and Gravy Fried Oakra
    • Chicken Stew Rice Gravy and Fried Okra

    “Lunch food is great but the servings are meager.”

  • Glenwood Grill & GLENWOOD Grill Annex 2603 - 151 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh Seafood · $$

    4 Glenwood Grill & GLENWOOD Grill Annex

    4.6 Superb 411 Reviews

    2603 - 151 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Peach and Strawberry Cobbler
    • Lobster Macaroni and Cheese
    • Shrimp and Seafood Grits
    • Crispy Pan Seared Catfish

    “I am at Glenwood often and love the main dining area and the atmosphere. The food is great especially the salmon.”

  • State Farmers Market Restaurant 1240 Farmers Market Drive, Raleigh Southern · $

    5 State Farmers Market Restaurant

    4.5 Superb 630 Reviews

    1240 Farmers Market Drive, Raleigh

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Fried Chicken Fried Okra and Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
    • Chicken Fried Steak Home Fries Eggs Overeasy
    • ms Carol's Wolfpacker Grilled Chicken
    • NC Molasses Fresh-Made Sausage Gravy

    “Waiter was polite food was hot good. Waiter ask us wanted water with meal patient waiting to order.”

  • Relish Craft Kitchen & Bourbon Bar 5625 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh Southern · $$

    6 Relish Craft Kitchen & Bourbon Bar

    4.5 Superb 575 Reviews

    5625 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Pimento Cheese Fritters with Pepper Jelly
    • Henderson County Grilled Cheese
    • House Fried Potato Chips
    • Southern Mac and Cheese

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  • NOFO @ The Pig Cafe 2014 Fairview Road, Raleigh Southern · $

    7 NOFO @ The Pig Cafe

    4.6 Superb 229 Reviews

    2014 Fairview Road, Raleigh

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Shrimp and Grits with Sautéed Bacon Mushrooms Garlic Butter and Green Onions over Pepper Jack Grits
    • NC BBQ Pork Sliders with Creamy Coleslaw Hot Sauce and Pickled Okra
    • Chicken Salad Sandwich and Fried Okra
    • Nofo Bee Blessed Honey French Toast

    “Delicious chocolates and fun gift items! The food is great, too!”

  • Big Ed's North Restaurant Corners Shopping Center, 5009 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh Southern · $

    8 Big Ed's North Restaurant

    4.4 Superb 473 Reviews

    Corners Shopping Center, 5009 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • French Toast Sandwich with a Fried Egg Sandwich and Country Potatoes
    • Local Salty Country Ham with Red Eye Gravy
    • Home or French Fries with Sausage Gravy
    • Two Eggs Scrambled with Fresh Sausage

    “Very friendly and kind folks. Me and husband go here a lot love it. Food is so delicious 😋. Thank you all so much.”

  • The Flying Biscuit Cafe 2016 Clark Avenue, Raleigh Southern · $

    9 The Flying Biscuit Cafe

    4.3 Superb 660 Reviews

    2016 Clark Avenue, Raleigh

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • One Fluffy Flying Biscuit w Cranberry Apple Butter
    • Fluffy Flying Biscuit with Cranberry Apple Butter
    • Famous Flying Biscuit Breakfast
    • Award Winning Shrimp and Grits

    “The best tasting grit in town they were very good👅👅👅”

  • The Flying Biscuit Cafe 9400 Brier Creek Parkway Ste 101, Raleigh Southern · $

    10 The Flying Biscuit Cafe

    4.3 Superb 501 Reviews

    9400 Brier Creek Parkway Ste 101, Raleigh

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed French Toast
    • Strawberry Cheesecake French Toast
    • Shrimp & Creamy Dreamy Grits
    • Famous Flying Biscuit Breakfast

    “My sister and her family took me there for my birthday brinner and it was very tasty. Danielle the waitress was amazing. The mgr who shares my birth sign of virgo brought me a tasty dessert to celebrate and was very social and accepting even after a table of 7 walked in at 8:00pm. (Thank you) We had never been to any of the locations before and we decided to try this tonight. Everyone left extremely pleased with their selections all the way down to the ice tea and the virgin Bloody Mary. We all agreed we would be returning just not on weekend where it is 1 1/2 hr wait. 😳 Glad to have flying biscuit in the neighborhood. Thank you from all of us for a great experience and a new place to eat that we truly enjoyed. The Fields, Owens, Mclaughlin Families”

  • Iyla's Southern Kitchen 411 W Morgan St, Raleigh Southern · $

    11 Iyla's Southern Kitchen

    4.6 Superb 154 Reviews

    411 W Morgan St, Raleigh

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Sandwich with NC BBQ Sauce House Pickles
    • Nashville Hot Chicken Mac & Cheese
    • Bacon Pimento Cheese Hush Puppies
    • Nashville Hot Chicken & Mac Bowl

    “I love the owner and employees at Iyla’s (so friendly, always so down to earth)— their Mac’n’cheese is to die for. Their chicken tenders are huge!! And if you want a treat please try the barbecue sundae (collards, Mac, BBQ all stacked up!). I wake up in the middle of the night and crave their mac’n’cheese— you gotta try it!!”

  • Metro Diner 6325 Falls of Neuse Road Suite 73, Raleigh Diner · $

    12 Metro Diner

    4.5 Superb 637 Reviews

    6325 Falls of Neuse Road Suite 73, Raleigh

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Chicken and Waffles with Strawberry Butter
    • Meat Lovers Omelette Toast Hash Browns
    • Eggs Bacon Toast Belgian Waffle
    • Fried Chicken & Waffles for 4

    “I had the shrimp and grits. My wife had the roast turkey dinner. Both were delicious and freshly made. The chocolate bread pudding hit the "sweet" spot.Highly recommended. We will go back. They have friendly staff too.”

  • Lakeside 2450 Alumni Drive, Raleigh Southern · $$

    13 Lakeside

    4.6 Superb 53 Reviews

    2450 Alumni Drive, Raleigh

    • Take-Out

    “For NCSU graduate lunch- Bill and staff treated us as 🐺family from our first reservation request. Communication was clear and totally invested in making our day perfect. From the delicious food to the custom Wolf Tracks ice cream order and of course the epitome of NCSU landscaping- it was beyond expectations.”

  • Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar 425 Oberlin Road, Raleigh Southern · $

    14 Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar

    4.1 Good 1,108 Reviews

    425 Oberlin Road, Raleigh

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Mac-N-Cheese Waffles with Asheville Hot Fried Chicken
    • Sriracha Honey Fried Chicken & Waffles
    • Tupelo's Famous Bone-In Fried Chicken
    • Mountain Blueberry Buttermilk Waffle

    “This place has a nice atmosphere, great people and reasonably priced.”

  • The Big Easy NC 222 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh Southern · $$

    15 The Big Easy NC

    4.1 Good 465 Reviews

    222 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Chicken and Sausage Gumbo
    • Pimento Cheese Fritters
    • Bourbon Street Brownie
    • Fried Shrimp and Fries

    “We had our wedding at The Big Easy. From the moment we arrived, the team at The Big Easy made us feel welcome and cared for. Gilbert and Steve went above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly, and their attention to detail truly stood out. The entire staff worked together seamlessly, creating an atmosphere that was both inviting and professional. The service was not only efficient but also delivered with genuine warmth, which made our experience memorable. It’s rare to find a venue where every member of the team is so committed to excellence, but The Big Easy has achieved just that. Thank you, Gilbert, Steve, and the staff, for making our time at The Big Easy exceptional. We look forward to returning and highly recommend this venue to anyone seeking outstanding service paired with a welcoming environment.”

  • Cantina 18 433 Daniels Street, Raleigh Southern · $

    16 Cantina 18

    4.1 Good 353 Reviews

    433 Daniels Street, Raleigh

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Spicy Braised Short Rib Quesadilla
    • Spicy Braised Short Rib Burrito
    • Black Bean Quesadilla
    • Goat Cheese Guacamole

    “Food was delicious and staff was Awesome and kept checking in. Recommend the goat cheese Guacamole and catfish tacos. Both delicious!!”

  • 88 Oaks Carolina Kitchen and Bar 3415 Wake Forest Road Suite 7316, Raleigh Bar & Grill · $$

    17 88 Oaks Carolina Kitchen and Bar

    3.9 Good 103 Reviews

    3415 Wake Forest Road Suite 7316, Raleigh

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Caesar Salad

    “Nice selection of beers, both on tap and in bottles. Casual menu including pizza. Staff very friendly.”

  • Showmars Brier Creek 4203 Corners Parkway Suite 120, Durham Greek · $

    18 Showmars Brier Creek

    4.4 Superb 263 Reviews

    4203 Corners Parkway Suite 120, Durham

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • World Famous Fish Sandwich & Tots
    • World's Best Flounder Platter
    • Mediterranean Hummus Salad
    • Grilled Chicken Chef

    “Stopped by for a quick bite and got the fish sandwich. It came out piping hot and was delicious. Good fish, nice bun, not over-tartered. Employees were really nice and the place is somewhere i actually didn't mind eating in (most places we just grab takeout these days). I'll definitely be back.”

  • Tin Roof 300 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh Southern · $

    19 Tin Roof

    3.9 Good 231 Reviews

    300 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Cheeseburger and Fries
    • Burger and Tater Tots
    • Wings Chicken Wings
    • Tenders - 5 Piece

    “Great atmosphere to hear music. Service was super. Awesome Nashville Hits the Roof show by Seaforth!”

  • Bojangles 3301 South Wilmington Street, Raleigh Southern · $

    20 Bojangles

    3.9 Good 318 Reviews

    3301 South Wilmington Street, Raleigh

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Bojangles Cajun Pintos - 9 30am to Close
    • Chicken Supremes Kids' Meal
    • Cajun Fillet Biscuit Combo
    • Chicken Fingers and Fries

    “My order was wrong, supremes overcooked, tea tasting like water, and my fries weren’t fresh like I asked. I was so upset and ready to go. I said I wasn’t coming back to Bojangles. Nora fixed my order with no problem! Thank you so much!”

  • Longleaf Swine 300 East Edenton Street, Raleigh Food Trucks · $$

    21 Longleaf Swine

    4.3 Superb 339 Reviews

    300 East Edenton Street, Raleigh

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Pulled Pork Sandwich and Pimento Mac and Cheese
    • Pulled Pork Collard Greens Cornbread
    • Brisket Sandwich Fries Cornbread
    • Pit Boss Biscuit Sandwich

    “We had Longleaf Swine catered for Nurses week. The brisket was delicious, one of the best I've had. loved the mustard sauce and mac n cheese. Very good, 10/10 recommend”

  • Jack's Seafood & Soul Food 1516 New Bern Avenue, Raleigh Seafood · $

    22 Jack's Seafood & Soul Food

    4.0 Good 395 Reviews

    1516 New Bern Avenue, Raleigh

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Smothered Pork Chops Rice and Gravy String Beans and Macaroni and Cheese
    • 8 Piece Trout Pint of Slaw Large French Fry & Hushpuppies
    • Fried Flounder Cabbage with Candy Yams an Hush Puppies
    • Trout - Pint of Slaw French Fry Large & Hushpuppies

    “Really outstanding fried chicken and seafood! I thought Smithfield’s was the best place to go for fried chicken, but, I have to say Jacks is even better! We will be going there a lot more!”

  • Braise Contemporary Southern 4500 Marriott Drive, Raleigh Southern · $$

    23 Braise Contemporary Southern

    3.5 Good 121 Reviews

    4500 Marriott Drive, Raleigh

    • Take-Out

    Customers’ favorites

    • Shrimp and Grits
    • Stella Artois 7
    • Marriott Burger
    • House Salad

    “The food was great! I'm skeptical of trying new places but I enjoyed every bit of my plate.”

  • Bojangles 10610 Durant Road, Raleigh Southern · $

    24 Bojangles

    3.7 Good 256 Reviews

    10610 Durant Road, Raleigh

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery
    • Drive-Through

    Customers’ favorites

    • Bo's Chicken Sandwich with Pimento Cheese
    • Bojangles Dirty Rice - 9 30am to Close
    • Grilled Chicken Sandwich Combo
    • Suppose to Be a Ham Biscuit

    “I don't normally do very many reviews.But the woman that helped me decide what to eat was amazing.And I felt so welcomed. And then a young gentleman helped me. I didn't know what sauces I wanted.So he helped me get a sampling. I love this store.Food is good too.”

  • Bojangles 4405 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh Southern · $

    25 Bojangles

    3.7 Good 310 Reviews

    4405 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery
    • Drive-Through

    Customers’ favorites

    • Two Piece Dinner Dark with Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
    • Bojangles Cajun Pintos - 9 30am to Close
    • Homestyle Tenders Box with 4 Biscuits
    • Cajun Filet with Pimento Cheese

    “the Supremes with honey are my favs”

  • Rye Bar and Southern Kitchen 500 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh Southern · $$

    26 Rye Bar and Southern Kitchen

    3.6 Good 315 Reviews

    500 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Kentucky Bourbon Pecan Pie
    • Blackened Shrimp & Grits
    • Local Greens Salad
    • Shrimp and Grits

    “We had an excellent dinner for our group this evening. We had a large group, we were seated and served very quickly. I would absolutely recommend this for a great dinner and wonderful staff. Scott, Rick and Susan went above and beyond to make sure our experience was wonderful.”

  • Bojangles 8680 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh Southern · $

    27 Bojangles

    3.6 Good 336 Reviews

    8680 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery
    • Drive-Through

    Customers’ favorites

    • Bojangles Cajun Pintos - 9 30am to Close
    • 4 PC Supremes Combo with Biscuit
    • Cajun Chicken Sandwich
    • Bo's Chicken Sandwich

    “Always quick, they keep the place well staffed. Almost every time the food is fresh and hot (very few exceptions). The fries are salty as hell, but I'm fine with that. I've never waited in the drive thru more than 5-6 minutes, although I've never been during lunch on a weekday.”

  • Biscuitville 4305 Fayetteville Road, Raleigh Breakfast · $

    28 Biscuitville

    4.0 Good 282 Reviews

    4305 Fayetteville Road, Raleigh

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery
    • Drive-Through

    Customers’ favorites

    • Loaded Country Fries with Cheese
    • Sausage Egg and Cheese Biscuits
    • Ham and Cheese Biscuit
    • Fried Bologna Sandwich

    “Love this place Delicious fresh biscuits”

  • Golden Corral Buffet & Grill 3424 Capital Boulevard, Raleigh Buffet · $

    29 Golden Corral Buffet & Grill

    4.0 Good 510 Reviews

    3424 Capital Boulevard, Raleigh

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Sirloin Steak & Butterfly Shrimp Combo
    • Baked Potato and Baked Sweet Potato
    • Mashed Potatoes & Gravy
    • Mashed Potatoes & Gravy

    “This was my very first time and I love it”

  • Biscuitville 3928 Western Boulevard, Raleigh Breakfast · $

    30 Biscuitville

    3.9 Good 192 Reviews

    3928 Western Boulevard, Raleigh

    • Delivery
    • Drive-Through

    Customers’ favorites

    • Meatloaf Egg and Cheese Biscuit
    • Breakfast Platter with Bacon
    • Biscuits Fresh Out the Oven
    • Bacon Egg & Cheese

    “Great good and friendly staff!”

  • Biscuitville 2426 Wake Forest Road, Raleigh Breakfast · $

    31 Biscuitville

    3.9 Good 297 Reviews

    2426 Wake Forest Road, Raleigh

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery
    • Drive-Through

    Customers’ favorites

    • Breakfast Platter with Pancakes
    • Sausage Egg and Cheese Biscuit
    • Turkey Sausage Egg & Cheese
    • Chicken Biscuit and Wedges

    “I’ve eaten here for years but what I ordered the other day was not what I expected”

  • Shane's Rib Shack 5811 Poyner Village Parkway, Raleigh Barbecue · $

    32 Shane's Rib Shack

    3.8 Good 283 Reviews

    5811 Poyner Village Parkway, Raleigh

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Barbecue Pork on Texas Toast with Green Beans
    • Half Chicken Baked Beans and Mac and Cheese
    • Rib & Chicken Plate
    • Loaded BBQ Shack Fries

    “I Love Shane Rib Shack. The ribs chop pork burgers and all the side are delicious”

  • Bojangles 2620 Atlantic Avenue, Raleigh Southern · $

    33 Bojangles

    3.3 Good 276 Reviews

    2620 Atlantic Avenue, Raleigh

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Gravy Biscuit Baby with Bo Rounds to Dip In
    • Two Piece White Meat Combo with Beans
    • Cajun Chicken Filet Biscuit Combo
    • 3 Piece Chicken Supreme Combo

    “The food is great and the employees add to the experience. The employees working on Atlantic Ave in Raleigh were very helpful with our request to package our large order to distribute to the homeless in the greater Raleigh area.”

  • Golden Corral Buffet & Grill 3551 Grenelle Street, Raleigh Buffet · $

    34 Golden Corral Buffet & Grill

    3.8 Good 472 Reviews

    3551 Grenelle Street, Raleigh

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery
    • Drive-Through

    Customers’ favorites

    • Pancakes w Strawberry Syrup Sausage Ham Eggs
    • Pork Steak Cheese Grits and Eggs
    • Spinach Salad with Fried Fish
    • Bourbon Street Chicken

    “A great Golden Corral indeed. Great food snd great friendly staff”

  • Lee's Kitchen 1100 North Raleigh Boulevard, Raleigh Jamaican · $

    35 Lee's Kitchen

    3.0 Average 201 Reviews

    1100 North Raleigh Boulevard, Raleigh

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Brown Stew Chicken with Rice
    • Rice an Beans Mac and Cheese
    • Smothered Pork Chops
    • Side Jerk Chicken

    “Lee’s kitchen serves some of the most incredible Jamaican and southern cuisine. The staff are friendly, good people I have watched them endure hateful customers who are rude and disrespectful to the staff. I’m glad to have such a wonderful restaurant in my local area.”

  • Lee's Kitchen 4638 Capital Boulevard, Raleigh Jamaican · $$

    36 Lee's Kitchen

    3.2 Average 381 Reviews

    4638 Capital Boulevard, Raleigh

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Oxtail Rice & Peas w Macaroni and Cheese
    • Oxtails Curry Chicken Collards Cabbage
    • Curry Chicken with Macaroni and Cheese
    • Side Brownstew Chicken

    “Lee’s kitchen serves some of the most incredible Jamaican and southern cuisine. The staff are friendly, good people I have watched them endure hateful customers who are rude and disrespectful to the staff. I’m glad to have such a wonderful restaurant in my local area.”

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