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Top-Rated Restaurants in Apex, NC

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As of June 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 19 restaurants in Apex, NC by the RNM Score — a 0–100 rating built from Google ratings, review volume, sentiment, and profile completeness. The top-ranked is Lime & Lemon Indian Grill & Bar - Apex with a 4.9-star rating from 2,238 Google reviews and an RNM Score of 87/100. Also in the top tier: Doherty's Irish Pub & Restaurant and Mezcalito Apex. The average rating across all listed restaurants in Apex is 4.5 stars from 1,104 reviews per business on average.

Restaurants in Apex range from $ (budget, under $15/person) to $$$$ (fine dining, $60+/person).

Rankings updated June 13, 2026 · RNM Score = ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.

Best Overall

Rudy's Pub & Grill

Rudy's Pub & Grill stands out as the top-ranked restaurant due to its consistently excellent food, lively atmosphere, and reputation as a beloved local institution.

Most Reviewed

Rudy's Pub & Grill

Rudy's Pub & Grill's high review count reflects its long-standing popularity and reliability, making it a safe and trusted choice for both locals and visitors.

For a guaranteed table at peak times, consider making a reservation in advance, especially at Rudy's or Scratch Kitchen. Also, don't miss the weekend brunch at The Provincial for a unique dining experience.

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4.5★

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Jun 13, 2026

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Top Rated Restaurants

4.9(2,238 reviews)

4.9 stars from over 2,200 reviews make this Apex restaurant a local favorite.

2025 Creekside Landing Dr, Apex, NC 27502, USA
4.6(1,816 reviews)

Apex diners trust this spot, earning a strong 4.6★ rating from over 1,800 reviews.

5490 Apex Peakway, Apex, NC 27502, USA
4.6(1,542 reviews)

Apex favorite with 4.6 stars from over 1,500 Google reviews.

3675 Green Level W Rd #103, Apex, NC 27523, USA

Restaurants Rankings in Apex, NC

#BusinessRatingReviews
#1Lime & Lemon Indian Grill & Bar - Apex2025 Creekside Landing Dr, Apex, NC 27502, USA4.92,238
#2Doherty's Irish Pub & Restaurant5490 Apex Peakway, Apex, NC 27502, USA4.61,816
#3Mezcalito Apex3675 Green Level W Rd #103, Apex, NC 27523, USA4.61,542
#4Daniel's Restaurant & Catering1430 W Williams St, Apex, NC 27523, USA4.52,377
#5Sabatino's Italiano1001 Davis Dr, Apex, NC 27523, USA4.6236
#6Popovers Cafe219 N Salem St STE 103, Apex, NC 27502, USA5.030
#7Scratch Kitchen & Taproom225 N Salem St, Apex, NC 27502, USA4.51,967
#8LongHorn Steakhouse1411 Beaver Creek Commons Dr, Apex, NC 27502, USA4.51,962
#9TapStation320 S Salem St, Apex, NC 27502, USA4.31,568
#10JD's Tavern800 W Williams St Suite #100, Apex, NC 27502, USA4.51,399

Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated June 2026

All Restaurants in Apex

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4.5· 2,377 reviews

Apex, NC restaurant with 4.5 stars from over 2,300 Google reviews.

1430 W Williams St, Apex, NC 27523, USA

5
4.6· 236 reviews

Consistently rated 4.6 stars from over 230 Google reviews.

1001 Davis Dr, Apex, NC 27523, USA

6
5.0· 30 reviews

Apex diners rave about this spot, earning a perfect 5.0 stars from 30 reviews.

219 N Salem St STE 103, Apex, NC 27502, USA

7
4.5· 1,967 reviews

4.5 stars from nearly 2,000 reviews, reflecting consistently high customer satisfaction.

225 N Salem St, Apex, NC 27502, USA

8
4.5· 1,962 reviews

Known for consistent quality with a 4.5-star rating from nearly 2,000 reviews.

1411 Beaver Creek Commons Dr, Apex, NC 27502, USA

9
4.3· 1,568 reviews

Consistently rated 4.3 stars from over 1,500 Google reviews in Apex.

320 S Salem St, Apex, NC 27502, USA

10
4.5· 1,399 reviews

1399 Google reviews rate it 4.5 stars, showing strong customer approval.

800 W Williams St Suite #100, Apex, NC 27502, USA

11
4.5· 1,332 reviews

Apex locals love this restaurant, boasting a strong 4.5-star rating from over 1,300 reviews.

780 W Williams St, Apex, NC 27502, USA

12
4.6· 1,313 reviews

A trusted Apex restaurant with 4.6 stars from over 1,300 reviews.

113 N Salem St, Apex, NC 27502, USA

13
4.6· 681 reviews

Apex, NC favorite with 4.6 stars from nearly 700 glowing Google reviews.

1481 Richardson Rd #107, Apex, NC 27523, USA

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4.3· 613 reviews

A popular Apex restaurant, earning a solid 4.3 stars from over 600 reviews.

1286 W Williams St Building A, Apex, NC 27502, USA

15
4.2· 456 reviews

Consistently rated 4.2 stars from over 450 Google reviews.

2045 Creekside Landing Dr, Apex, NC 27502, USA

16
4.5· 291 reviews

Apex, NC restaurant with 4.5 stars from nearly 300 reviews.

76 Hunter St Suite 100, Apex, NC 27502, USA

17
4.5· 182 reviews

A local favorite with 4.5 stars from over 180 Google reviews.

1451 Richardson Rd #105, Apex, NC 27523, USA

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4.4· 174 reviews

Shoppers praise this Apex restaurant, earning a solid 4.4 stars from nearly 200 reviews.

126 N Salem St, Apex, NC 27502, USA

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4.6· 792 reviews

Highly rated Apex restaurant with 4.6 stars from nearly 800 reviews.

119 N Salem St, Apex, NC 27502, USA

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Restaurants in Apex, NC — Compared

#BusinessRNM ScoreRatingReviews
1Lime & Lemon Indian Grill & Bar - Apex87/1004.9 ★2,238
2Doherty's Irish Pub & Restaurant82/1004.6 ★1,816
3Mezcalito Apex82/1004.6 ★1,542
4Daniel's Restaurant & Catering80/1004.5 ★2,377
5Sabatino's Italiano81/1004.6 ★236
6Popovers Cafe77/1005.0 ★30
7Scratch Kitchen & Taproom80/1004.5 ★1,967
8LongHorn Steakhouse80/1004.5 ★1,962
9TapStation76/1004.3 ★1,568
10JD's Tavern80/1004.5 ★1,399

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This page lists and ranks 19 restaurants serving Apex, NC as of June 2026. The average verified rating across all listings is 4.5 stars, with an average of 1,104 customer reviews per business. The top-ranked restaurants in Apex by our algorithm is Lime & Lemon Indian Grill & Bar - Apex (4.9 stars, 2,238 reviews). Restaurants in Apex range from $ (budget, under $15/person) to $$$$ (fine dining, $60+/person).

RatingsNearMe uses a transparent, data-driven ranking algorithm that weighs star rating (35%), review volume (30%), customer sentiment analysis (20%), profile completeness (10%), and availability signals (5%). Rankings are not for sale — Featured Partner businesses pay for enhanced visibility but must earn their position through real customer reviews. Data sourced from Google Business listings and updated regularly.

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