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You Haven’t Tried True North Carolina Comfort Food Until You’ve Been Here

North Carolina comfort food can't get any better than it does at this restaurant with an unparalleled location.

by Molly Harris
on May 1
Barbecue plates at Chimney Rock Smokehouse, North Carolina
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All of the Charlotte-Area Restaurants You Can Visit From ‘Top Chef’

by Ashley Fallon
on Apr 21
Aerial view of southern food
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This Trendy Asheville Brewery Is Taking Sour Beer to the Next Level

by Sara Heddleston
on Mar 12
Wicked Weed Brewing
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Is the Hwy 55 Burger Challenge the Most Intimidating Food Challenge in North Carolina?

by Beth Copenhaver
on Feb 20
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This All-You-Can-Eat Restaurant in North Carolina Is Not for the Faint of Appetite

by Beth Copenhaver
on Jan 17
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We Asked 4 North Carolina Locals About Their Favorite Spots to Bring Out-of-Towners—Here’s What They Said

From authentic Cuban to elevated Southern fare, these four restaurants in North Carolina are locals' top picks for where to bring out-of-town guests.

by Jackie Sutherlin
on Jan 7
People enjoying a night at the bar at El Puro Cuban Restaurant in North Carolina.
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This Is the Best Buffet in North Carolina, Known for Its Award-Winning Indian Food

With nearly two decades of local awards, Mela Indian Restaurant remains the go-to spot for fresh, consistent, and affordable flavors in downtown Asheville.

by Jasmine Vieau
on Dec 27
Close-up of Saag Paneer and vegetable curry warming in a professional buffet line at Mela Indian Restaurant.
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The Thanksgiving Sandwich at This North Carolina Market Beats the Real Meal

Find out where locals go when they’re craving Thanksgiving flavors this time of year.

by Beth Copenhaver
on Nov 21
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This Buzzy North Carolina Restaurant Does One Dish Really, Really Well

This North Carolina restaurant make impeccable breakfast bowls with toppings and house-made sauces stacked high atop creamy grits.

by Molly Harris
on Oct 31
Blue and yellow Morning Social welcome sign.
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The Most Mouthwatering Burger in North Carolina Is Waiting For You at Al’s Burger Shack

Quality ingredients at a fair price is just the start of why Al's Burger Shack has North Carolina's best burgers.

by Jackie Sutherlin
on Oct 16
Two burgers on a checkered plate.
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I Never Visit Beaufort Without Stopping at Beaufort Grocery for Crab Dip

Beaufort, North Carolina, is known for its scenic harbor, wild horses, and spooky ghost stories, but it’s also known for this dish from Beaufort Grocery.

by Aimee Long
on Oct 1
Crab dip from Beaufort Grocery Co. in Beaufort, North Carolina
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Night Owls Only: There’s a Chicken and Biscuits Restaurant Open 24-7 in North Carolina

Craving comfort food in Chapel Hill, North Carolina? Time-Out has been dishing up 24/7 chicken, biscuits, and Southern classics since 1978.

by Molly O'Brien
on Sep 12
An outside look at the neon signs at Time Out
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This Bakery Has Arguably the Best Pastries in North Carolina

This bakery in the Outer Banks makes a one-of-a-kind pastry that you’ll have to see (and taste) to believe.

by Aimee Long
on Sep 2
The patio at the Orange Blossom Bakery
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The Biggest Slice of Pizza We’ve Ever Seen Is From Benny Capitale’s And It Will Keep You Full For Days

Order a giant pizza by the slice at this beloved Raleigh locale.

by Beth Copenhaver
on Aug 29
A person holds a giant red Benny's pizza box.
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For a Sugary Dose of Nostalgia, Swing By Rocky’s Grill and Soda Shop for One of the Best Ice Cream Sundaes in North Carolina

This sweet shop is a step back in time and a childhood dream.

by Molly Harris
on Aug 26
Hot fudge sundae in a fluted glass with a cherry.