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As of July 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 restaurants in Chapel Hill, NC by the RNM Score — a 0–100 rating built from Google ratings, review volume, sentiment, and profile completeness. The top-ranked is Merritt's Grill with a 4.7-star rating from 2,717 Google reviews and an RNM Score of 83/100. Also in the top tier: bartaco and Kipos Greek Taverna. The average rating across all listed restaurants in Chapel Hill is 4.6 stars from 854 reviews per business on average.
Restaurants in Chapel Hill range from $ (budget, under $15/person) to $$$$ (fine dining, $60+/person).
Rankings updated July 4, 2026 · RNM Score = ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
Best Overall
Kipos Greek Taverna
Kipos Greek Taverna stands out for its authentic Greek cuisine, warm ambiance, and consistently high ratings from locals and visitors alike.
Most Reviewed
Top of the Hill Restaurant & Brewery
A high review count indicates broad popularity and a reliable, well-established dining experience that many have enjoyed.
For a special night out, try Kipos Greek Taverna for its unique flavors; if you want a lively, casual spot with great beer, Top of the Hill is a solid choice.
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Top Rated Restaurants
Rated 4.7 stars from over 2,700 Google reviews.
1009 S Columbia St, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USARated 4.6 stars from over 1,600 Google reviews, this Chapel Hill restaurant is a local favorite.
201 S Estes Dr Suite E3, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USAOver 1,300 reviews give this Chapel Hill restaurant a strong 4.5-star rating.
1800 E Franklin St #16, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USARestaurants Rankings in Chapel Hill, NC
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Merritt's Grill1009 S Columbia St, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA | 4.7★ | 2,717 |
| #2 | bartaco201 S Estes Dr Suite E3, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA | 4.6★ | 1,658 |
| #3 | Kipos Greek Taverna1800 E Franklin St #16, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA | 4.5★ | 1,365 |
| #4 | Stoney River Steakhouse and Grill201 S Estes Dr Space 100-A, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA | 4.5★ | 1,469 |
| #5 | Bluebird601 Meadowmont Village Cir, Chapel Hill, NC 27517, USA | 4.7★ | 435 |
| #6 | Top of the Hill Restaurant & Brewery100 E Franklin St 3rd floor, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA | 4.4★ | 946 |
| #7 | HAWTHORNE & WOOD3140 Environ Way, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA | 4.7★ | 528 |
| #8 | Osteria Georgi201 S Elliott Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA | 4.5★ | 414 |
| #9 | One40 Social140 W Franklin St #190, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, USA | 4.9★ | 392 |
| #10 | The Heel & Horn1502 E Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA | 4.5★ | 349 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated July 2026
All Restaurants in Chapel Hill
4.5 stars from nearly 1,500 reviews make this a popular Chapel Hill restaurant.
201 S Estes Dr Space 100-A, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA
Rated 4.7 stars from over 430 reviews, this Chapel Hill restaurant is a local favorite.
601 Meadowmont Village Cir, Chapel Hill, NC 27517, USA
Consistently rated 4.4 stars from nearly 950 reviews, this restaurant is a reliable local choice.
100 E Franklin St 3rd floor, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA
4.7 stars from over 500 reviews, a top-rated Chapel Hill dining choice.
3140 Environ Way, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA
4.5 stars from over 400 reviews, a trusted choice for dining in Chapel Hill.
201 S Elliott Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA
Exceptional 4.9-star rating from nearly 400 Google reviews.
140 W Franklin St #190, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, USA
Popular Chapel Hill restaurant with 4.5 stars from 349 Google reviews.
1502 E Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA
4.4 stars from over 2,100 Google reviews, reflecting consistent quality.
5925 Farrington Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27517, USA
Rated 4.4 stars from over 1,200 Google reviews in Chapel Hill.
460 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, USA
4.3 stars from 909 Google reviews, reflecting consistent quality and service.
200 N Greensboro St #1a, Carrboro, NC 27510, USA
A local favorite with 732 reviews maintaining a strong 4.6-star rating.
456 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, USA
A reliable local spot with a solid 4.4-star rating from nearly 500 reviews.
114 Henderson St, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA
Earned a 4.8-star rating from over 230 Google reviews in Chapel Hill.
104 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, USA
Rated 4.7 stars from over 200 Google reviews, this Chapel Hill restaurant is highly praised.
403 W Rosemary St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, USA
Popular Chapel Hill restaurant with a solid 4.4-star rating from over 150 reviews.
764 M.L.K. Jr Blvd, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA
Boasting a stellar 4.8-star rating from nearly 150 Google reviews, this spot is a local favorite.
173 E Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA
A solid 4.3-star rating from nearly 500 Google reviews confirms consistent quality.
423 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, USA
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Restaurants in Chapel Hill, NC — Compared
| # | Business | RNM Score | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Merritt's Grill | 83/100 | 4.7 ★ | 2,717 |
| 2 | bartaco | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 1,658 |
| 3 | Kipos Greek Taverna | 80/100 | 4.5 ★ | 1,365 |
| 4 | Stoney River Steakhouse and Grill | 80/100 | 4.5 ★ | 1,469 |
| 5 | Bluebird | 83/100 | 4.7 ★ | 435 |
| 6 | Top of the Hill Restaurant & Brewery | 78/100 | 4.4 ★ | 946 |
| 7 | HAWTHORNE & WOOD | 83/100 | 4.7 ★ | 528 |
| 8 | Osteria Georgi | 80/100 | 4.5 ★ | 414 |
| 9 | One40 Social | 87/100 | 4.9 ★ | 392 |
| 10 | The Heel & Horn | 80/100 | 4.5 ★ | 349 |
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