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Top-Rated Restaurants in Cary, NC
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As of June 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 19 restaurants in Cary, NC by the RNM Score — a 0–100 rating built from Google ratings, review volume, sentiment, and profile completeness. The top-ranked is Doc B's Restaurant with a 4.9-star rating from 1,540 Google reviews and an RNM Score of 87/100. Also in the top tier: Mezcalito Cary and La Buena Vida - Cary. The average rating across all listed restaurants in Cary is 4.5 stars from 1,651 reviews per business on average.
Restaurants in Cary 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
La Buena Vida - Cary
La Buena Vida stands out for its authentic Mexican cuisine and vibrant atmosphere, consistently earning top ratings from locals and visitors alike.
Most Reviewed
Tribeca Tavern
A high review count reflects strong community trust and a broad base of customer experiences, making it a reliable choice for first-time visitors.
Check recent reviews for each restaurant to match your preferences, and consider making reservations on weekends as these top spots can fill up quickly.
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19
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4.5★
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1,651
Avg reviews
Jun 13, 2026
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Top Rated Restaurants
Rated 4.9 stars from over 1,500 Google reviews, this Cary restaurant is a local favorite.
25 Fenton Main St Suite 150, Cary, NC 27511, USAExceptional 4.9-star rating from over 2,600 Google reviews in Cary, NC.
1102 Walnut St, Cary, NC 27511, USAKnown for 4.6 stars from over 1,300 Google reviews, this Cary restaurant is a trusted local favorite.
1388 Kildaire Farm Rd, Cary, NC 27511, USARestaurants Rankings in Cary, NC
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Doc B's Restaurant25 Fenton Main St Suite 150, Cary, NC 27511, USA | 4.9★ | 1,540 |
| #2 | Mezcalito Cary1102 Walnut St, Cary, NC 27511, USA | 4.9★ | 2,624 |
| #3 | La Buena Vida - Cary1388 Kildaire Farm Rd, Cary, NC 27511, USA | 4.6★ | 1,331 |
| #4 | Farmside Kitchen - Cary Waverly Place316 Colonades Way Suite 212, Cary, NC 27518, USA | 4.7★ | 207 |
| #5 | Chef's Palette3460 Ten-Ten Rd Suite #118, Cary, NC 27518, USA | 4.6★ | 1,299 |
| #6 | Scratch Kitchen & Taproom160 E Cedar St, Cary, NC 27511, USA | 4.4★ | 1,250 |
| #7 | Tazza Kitchen Stone Creek Village600 Ledgestone Way, Cary, NC 27519, USA | 4.6★ | 1,208 |
| #8 | Peck & Plume301 S Academy St, Cary, NC 27511, USA | 4.3★ | 1,071 |
| #9 | Hank's Downtown Dive111 E Chatham St Suite A, Cary, NC 27511, USA | 4.5★ | 297 |
| #10 | Craft Public House1040 Tryon Village Dr #601, Cary, NC 27518, USA | 4.5★ | 1,909 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated June 2026
All Restaurants in Cary
Consistently rated 4.7 stars from over 200 Google reviews.
316 Colonades Way Suite 212, Cary, NC 27518, USA
Earned a 4.6-star average from over 1,200 reviews, reflecting strong local approval.
3460 Ten-Ten Rd Suite #118, Cary, NC 27518, USA
4.4 stars from over 1,200 Google reviews, a trusted Cary dining choice.
160 E Cedar St, Cary, NC 27511, USA
A popular Cary restaurant with a 4.6-star rating from over 1,200 reviews.
600 Ledgestone Way, Cary, NC 27519, USA
Solid 4.3-star rating from over 1,000 Google reviews in Cary, NC.
301 S Academy St, Cary, NC 27511, USA
Rated 4.5 stars from nearly 300 Google reviews, this Cary restaurant is highly recommended.
111 E Chatham St Suite A, Cary, NC 27511, USA
Known for 4.5 stars across nearly 2,000 Google reviews in Cary, NC.
1040 Tryon Village Dr #601, Cary, NC 27518, USA
Known for consistent quality with a 4.5-star rating across thousands of reviews.
1060 Darrington Dr, Cary, NC 27513, USA
A well-loved local spot, rated 4.3 stars from over 2,200 customer reviews.
500 Ledgestone Way, Cary, NC 27519, USA
4.3 stars from over 1,100 Google reviews make this a trusted Cary dining choice.
1 Fenton Main St Suite 170, Cary, NC 27511, USA
Boasts a stellar 4.5-star rating from nearly 900 Google reviews in Cary.
200 S Academy St, Cary, NC 27511, USA
Boasting 4.5 stars from over 440 reviews, this popular Cary restaurant is a customer favorite.
175 E Chatham St, Cary, NC 27511, USA
Cary restaurant with 4.5 stars from thousands of reviews.
7307 Tryon Rd, Cary, NC 27518, USA
Rated 4.5 stars from nearly 3,000 Google reviews in Cary.
329 N Harrison Ave Suite A, Cary, NC 27513, USA
Consistently rated 4.5 stars from over 400 Google reviews for quality dining.
370 S Walker St #100, Cary, NC 27511, USA
Boasting a 4.4-star rating from over 4,100 reviews, this restaurant offers consistent quality.
2240 Walnut St, Cary, NC 27518, USA
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Restaurants in Cary, NC — Compared
| # | Business | RNM Score | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Doc B's Restaurant | 87/100 | 4.9 ★ | 1,540 |
| 2 | Mezcalito Cary | 87/100 | 4.9 ★ | 2,624 |
| 3 | La Buena Vida - Cary | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 1,331 |
| 4 | Farmside Kitchen - Cary Waverly Place | 82/100 | 4.7 ★ | 207 |
| 5 | Chef's Palette | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 1,299 |
| 6 | Scratch Kitchen & Taproom | 78/100 | 4.4 ★ | 1,250 |
| 7 | Tazza Kitchen Stone Creek Village | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 1,208 |
| 8 | Peck & Plume | 76/100 | 4.3 ★ | 1,071 |
| 9 | Hank's Downtown Dive | 80/100 | 4.5 ★ | 297 |
| 10 | Craft Public House | 80/100 | 4.5 ★ | 1,909 |
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