Highest-rated restaurants in Raleigh, according to Tripadvisor

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April 12, 2021
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Highest-rated restaurants in Raleigh, according to Tripadvisor

With the advent of Big Data, it's now easier than ever to quantify what people like around the globe. And when it comes to food, Americans seem to have specific opinions. American dining brands have a long and storied history, and whether they're fast food, fast-casual, high-end, or super cheap, U.S. restaurants offer something for almost everyone.

What's clear about U.S. dining habits is that people love options. Restaurants across America are chock-full of variety, mixing ethnicities, food regions, and cultures into steaming melting pots of (often) fried deliciousness.

Stacker compiled a list of the highest rated restaurants in Raleigh using rankings from Tripadvisor. Restaurants on the list may be closed due to COVID-19.

Locals reading the list will surely see some favorite eateries and classic go-to restaurants. Keep reading to see if your favorite restaurant made the list—and to see which spots you haven’t been to yet.

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#30. Rey's Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (254 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Category: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 1130 Buck Jones Rd, Raleigh, NC 27606-3325
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#29. Coquette Brasserie

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (429 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Category: French, European
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4351 The Circle At North Hills St North Mills Mall, Raleigh, NC 27609-5751
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#28. Vivace

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (310 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Category: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4209 Lassiter Mill Rd Ste 115 Suite 115, Raleigh, NC 27609-5882
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#27. Mellow Mushroom Raleigh

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (302 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Category: Bar, Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 601 W Peace St, Raleigh, NC 27605
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#26. David's Dumpling & Noodle Bar

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (236 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Category: Chinese, Asian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1900 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC 27607-7349
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#25. State Farmers Market Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (368 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Category: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1240 Farmers Market Dr, Raleigh, NC 27603-2361
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#24. Beasley's Chicken & Honey

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (743 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Category: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27601-1434
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#23. Poole's Diner

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (604 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Category: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 426 S McDowell St, Raleigh, NC 27601-1727
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#22. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (400 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Category: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4350 Lassiter At North Hills Ave Ste 118, Raleigh, NC 27609-5743
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#21. Flying Biscuit Cafe

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (369 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Category: American, Cafe
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2016 Clark Ave Woodburn Ave, Raleigh, NC 27605-1604
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#20. 42nd St Oyster Bar & Seafood Grill

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,046 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Category: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 508 W Jones St, Raleigh, NC 27603-1429
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#19. Relish Craft Kitchen & Bourbon Bar

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (373 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Category: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 5625 Creedmoor Rd, Raleigh, NC 27612-6316
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#18. Fiction Kitchen

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (208 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Category: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 428 S Dawson St, Raleigh, NC 27601-1723
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#17. Irregardless Cafe

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (567 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Category: American, International
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 901 W. Morgan St., Raleigh, NC 27603
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#16. Seasons 52

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (182 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Category: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4325 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27612-4532
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#15. Salt & Lime Cabo Grill

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (236 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Category: Mexican, Southwestern
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 6006 Falls of Neuse Rd, Raleigh, NC 27609-3526
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#14. Taverna Agora

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (409 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Category: Mediterranean, Greek
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 326 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC 27603-1726
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#13. The Cowfish Sushi Burger Bar

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (830 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Category: Japanese, American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4208 Six Forks Rd Suite 100, Raleigh, NC 27609-5733
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#12. The Angus Barn

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (2,594 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Category: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 9401 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27617-7514
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#11. Bad Daddy's Burger Bar

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (655 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Category: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 111 Seaboard Ave, Raleigh, NC 27604-1151
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#10. Gonza Tacos y Tequila

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (638 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Category: Mexican, Latin
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 7713 Lead Mine Rd Ste 39, Raleigh, NC 27615-4805
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#9. Winston's Grille

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (476 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Category: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 6401 Falls of Neuse Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615-6812
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#8. Sitti

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (982 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Category: Lebanese, Mediterranean
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 137 S Wilmington St Downtown Raleigh, Raleigh, NC 27601-1431
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#7. Glenwood Grill

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (322 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Category: American, International
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2603-151 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27608-1044
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#6. Brewery Bhavana

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (274 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Category: Asian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 218 S Blount St, Raleigh, NC 27601-1408
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#5. Big Ed's City Market Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (725 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: not available
- Category: American
- Price: $
- Address: 220 Wolfe St, Raleigh, NC 27601-1824
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#4. Neomonde Mediterranean Raleigh

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,118 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Category: Lebanese, Mediterranean
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3817 Beryl Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607-5244
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#3. Bida Manda

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,005 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Category: International, Asian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 222 S Blount St, Raleigh, NC 27601-1408
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#2. Saint Jacques French Cuisine

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (421 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: not available
- Category: French, European
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 6112 Falls of Neuse Rd, Raleigh, NC 27609-3528
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#1. Second Empire Restaurant & Tavern

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (789 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Category: American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 330 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC 27603-1726
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