From American to French to modern cuisine, Winston-Salem features 5 award-winning restaurants that make it a hidden culinary gem. The city boasts James Beard Awards across its restaurant scene. Winston-Salem is a quietly impressive food destination.
The Best Restaurants in Winston-Salem
5 expert-reviewed restaurants, with what makes each one stand out. Track 40+ global award systems in one place, updated continuously.
1.Heff's Burger Club
Heff's Burger Club uses locally and ethically sourced ingredients, such as grass-fed Angus beef from Joyce Farms in Clemmons, artisanal brioche buns from Annie's Bakery in Asheville, and super sour dill pickles from Niki's pickles in pilot mountain. Heff's Burger Club is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
285 W 4th St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
2.Mission Pizza Napoletana
Mission Pizza Napoletana is North Carolina's first Napoletana pizzeria, also featuring pasta, fresh salads, and dope music. Mission Pizza Napoletana is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Italian, Pizza · 707 Trade St NW #1430, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
3.Sage & Salt
Sage & Salt is an American bistro crafting Modern American cuisine with a twist. Unapologetically delicious. Sage & Salt is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American, Modern Cuisine · 300 S Liberty St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA
4.Sweet Potatoes
Sweet Potatoes is a Southern restaurant specializing in fried chicken and other soul-food staples and serving beer, wine, and cocktails. Sweet Potatoes is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American · 607 Trade St NW, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
5.The Katharine Brasserie & Bar
The Katharine Brasserie + Bar in downtown Winston Salem blends traditional brasserie fare with southern cooking along with a noteworthy daily happy hour. The bar features local beer selections, an extensive wine list, and charismatic craft cocktails you're sure to love. The Katharine Brasserie & Bar is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American, French · 401 N Main St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA
