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From biscuits to bulgogi, food trucks to fine dining; if you love food, you’ve gotta love Greensboro. Home to an inspired community of eateries that run the gamut of styles and influences, Greensboro’s award-winning food scene is set to savor.

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Food Stats

Number of Restaurants: 500+

International Food Restaurants: 150+

Community/Teaching Gardens: 4

Number of independent fine-dining restaurants: 25+

Number of independent bakeries: 20+

Greensboro Food Truck Festival's Facebook page check-ins: 10,187

Food Notables

Scrambled Southern Diner

In the heart of Greensboro’s historical neighborhood, Lindley Park, Scrambled has become a favorite eclectic southern diner with hearty American dishes, regional draft beers, and outdoor seating. Local area farmers and North Carolina products are found throughout the menu. Learn more

Dame’s Chicken & Waffles

Dame’s pairings are world-class, comfort food combinations meant to fulfill your appetite’s and heart’s desires. From “first-timers” to “barnyard veterans”, Dame’s “Almost” World Famous Chicken & Waffle inspirations are truly palette pleasing pairings that offer something special for all comers. Learn more

Print Works Bistro

Print Works Bistro and sister restaurant Green Valley Grill were both named to Open Table’s 2019 list of “The 100 Best Brunch Restaurants in America”. Learn more

Hops Burger Bar

Hops Burger Bar was ranked #1 on Trip Advisor’s “America’s Top 10 Burgers” list. Learn more

Blue Denim

Hip, intimate fixture, offering Cajun & Creole dishes along with weekly specials and local craft beers. Learn more

Undercurrent

Since May 1998, Undercurrent Restaurant has been at the top of the list in elegant dining in downtown Greensboro serving seasonal, small harvest-inspired cuisine that highlights local farmers and purveyors. When you decide on Undercurrent, your choice is more than just a place to eat, it is a place where you can count on being taken care of. Learn more

Machete

Not a restaurant, but a home where you’re the guest. Located in the historical Fisher Park neighborhood. Experience comfort food and cocktails that aim to satisfy and awaken your senses. Learn more

Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen

Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen is among Greensboro's many restaurants that take advantage of an abundant year-round selection of locally-grown and locally-sourced ingredients. Learn more

1618 Seafood Grille

1618 Seafood Grille was included among Culture Trip’s “12 Best Seafood Spots in NC”. Learn more

Pho Hien Vuong

Family-owned and operated since 1996 – Pho Hien Vuong brings Southeastern Vietnamese cuisine to The Gate City serving up authentic dishes made from fresh ingredients, with a focus on using minimal oil and reliance on fresh herbs and spices to bring you one of the healthiest cuisine selections of the Triad. Learn more

Rearn Thai

Opened in 1992, Rearn Thai is one of the very first Thai restaurants in Greensboro. For more than 29 years it has been serving traditional Thai dishes under the guidance of three simple rules: Make customers smile, do the right thing, and always be kind. Learn more

Sushi Republic

Voted the best sushi in Greensboro by readers for Triad's Best 2021 on Yes!Weekly. Offers both classic Japanese sushi and diverse fusion dishes inspired by different cultures around the world. Learn more

El Mercadito

Serving the Hispanic community for over 20 years, El Mercadito is a Mexican grocery store, bakery, butcher, and grill all in one place. With two locations in Greensboro, one on 103 Muirs Chapel and the second location on 3833 Gate City Blvd. Learn more

Boba House

Satisfying conscious patrons since 2003, Boba House is Greensboro's Vegetarian Restaurant of the Triad, serving delicious vegan and vegetarian food inspired by traditional Vietnamese and Thai cuisine. Prepared fresh and made-to-order and locally sourced when possible. Learn more

Farmers Markets

Greensboro is home to a variety of neighborhood and regional farmers markets who make it their mission to promote economic development, support community health and encourage social connections. Learn more

Cheesecakes by Alex

Come in for handmade cheesecakes or made-from-scratch layer cakes and assorted pastries. Oh, yeah! Bring your laptop and enjoy their offerings while accessing the internet with Free WiFi service. Learn more

Food Links

Fox 8 ★★★★★

You can eat at one of Yelp’s best restaurants in the nation when you visit Greensboro; find out what makes them special

The Piedmont Triad is home to two of the best restaurants in the country, according to the restaurant review site, Yelp. The website recently released its Top 100 Places to Eat in the US in 2022 and a Greensboro restaurant landed in the top 20. Yelp ranked MACHETE in Downtown Greensboro all the way near the top at number 18! The website points out that MACHETE has only been open for two years, but it’s quickly made an impact on the city’s fine dining scene.

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The News & Observer ★★★★★

These North Carolina brunch spots are among the best in the nation, new rankings show

Also making the rankings for another consecutive year were Green Valley Grill — a Greensboro restaurant focusing on “Old World European and Mediterranean flavors” and JOLO Winery & Vineyards — which serves wine and other selections roughly 25 miles northwest of Winston Salem.

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The News & Observer ★★★★★

These 4 NC restaurants rank among nation’s best places for outdoor dining. Here’s why

Of the 100 restaurants that earned spots on the list, Green Valley Grill is no stranger to recognition. The Greensboro eatery was recently named among the nation’s top places to grab brunch, McClatchy News reported in May... Another Greensboro location that’s part of the same restaurant group also earned a spot on the most recent OpenTable list. Photos on Print Works Bistro’s Facebook page show the French-inspired restaurant has tables nestled under trees and umbrellas, making for a “shady oasis.

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Eater Carolinas ★★★★★

18 Essential Restaurants in Greensboro, North Carolina

Greensboro is an international city, with more than 100 languages spoken by students in the local school system thanks in part to several local refugee resettlement agencies. The Gate City’s global nature is reflected in its dining scene, rich with immigrant-run and family-helmed businesses bringing forward recipes for salves like rare steak pho and fresh falafel sandwiches. Greensboro is also a burger- and biscuit-loving Southern city, and staples like pulled pork pop up in brunch hashes and mac-and-cheese tacos.

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Strange Carolinas ★★★★★

Best Cupcake: Maxie B's Bakery & Dessert Cafe | Strange Carolinas Best Of NC Awards 2019

After nearly five weeks of voting, the readers of Strange Carolinas have named Maxie B's Bakery & Dessert Cafe North Carolina's Best Cupcake.

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ABC News ★★★★★

TripAdvisor Members Name the Nation's Best Burgers

1. Hops Burger Bar -- Greensboro, North Carolina
"Serving premium Angus burgers on buttery brioche buns, this popular eatery pairs each patty with a side of crispy fries salted to perfection. Guests can choose from a variety of burger options including the Hops Classic, or the Hawaiian topped with sweet and spicy chili sauce, blue cheese and grilled pineapple," TripAdvisor said. One comment reads: "Best burgers in Greensboro and beyond! If you like a thick and juicy burger, then this is the place for you."

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Culture Trip ★★★★★

The 12 Best Spots For Seafood In North Carolina

For diners looking to try something new but still wanting to ensure they will have a quality meal, 1618 Seafood Grille is the perfect spot. The menu features seafood classics with flare, such as calamari with wasabi glaze and paprika flounder with avocado salsa. Patrons consistently rave about the amazing service and food presentation along with the exquisite taste of the food. The local craft beer selection is vast, and the servers are said to be helpful in making selections and suggesting pairings.

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Spoon University ★★★★★

The 15 Best Places to Eat in Greensboro

Greensboro is a North Carolinian city where its southern charm attracts families and its new, growing downtown area attracts young adults and college students. The restaurants are well-known and attract many visitors from other parts of North Carolina and beyond.

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