Best Authentic Restaurants in Cary

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1. The Pit Authentic BBQ

4.3

Price: Moderate

• Southern • Raleigh

Booked 25 times today

Servin’ everything but the squeal! The Pit Authentic Barbecue is home to world-famous tangy Eastern NC whole-hog, pit-cooked barbecue. Located in the Warehouse District, we source premium AWA-certified hogs to cook low and slow for twelve hours. All of our spirits have been handpicked to enhance the smoked and sometimes spicy fare cooked off the pit, from beer to bourbon.Last but not least, we serve up a good time at unique private dining events. Our contemporary setting in a restored 1930s meatpacking warehouse is the perfect spot for rehearsal dinners, birthdays, and more. Check out the link below for details!

2. Gravy

4.1

Excellent(3618)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Raleigh

Booked 24 times today

When we say ‘gravy’, we mean tomato sauce. Experience classic Italian-American fare with a contemporary flair in the heart of downtown Raleigh when you dine in our cozy space or our vibrant courtyard. Our culinary artisans craft dishes with the freshest seasonal ingredients so that you can enjoy a rich and authentic taste of Italy, right here in North Carolina. Looking to host an event? Select the link below to learn more about our Wine Cellar, The Upstairs, and Jiddi Space & Courtyard for your next celebration. For parties of six or more, please call the restaurant: 919-896-8513

3. Sitti

4.6

Exceptional(3304)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Raleigh

Booked 20 times today

Honoring Lebanese tradition through authentic cuisine. Sitti is a heartfelt tribute to the grandmothers, or sittis, the revered guardians of Lebanese culture, faith, and culinary heritage. Nestled in the heart of downtown Raleigh, Sitti breathes life into the rich traditions of Lebanon, honoring our ancestors by offering guests an unforgettable experience filled with mouthwatering dishes and exceptional hospitality.If you seek an outdoor escape, we offer seating in our courtyard. This space is also available for Private Dining experiences.

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4. Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen - Cary

4.7

Exceptional(5950)

Price: Moderate

• American • Cary

Booked 116 times today

Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen in Cary features exceptional renderings of classic Southern dishes made with plenty of local ingredients. We will open back up soon for dining in our restaurant in our dining room that's been prepared for safe distancing and Veranda garden. View photos of our new seasonal features available for takeout on our website at lucky32.com.

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5. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Morrisville

4.2

Awesome(1836)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Morrisville

Booked 36 times today

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill in Morrisville is a genuine American Restaurant and Steakhouse, serving up delicious wood-fired steaks and seafood. Reviewers often highlight the excellent service, atmosphere, and food quality, with phrases like 'food is always well prepared', 'great service, ambience, and food', and 'awesome service, food, and atmosphere' frequently appearing. The restaurant's commitment to quality is reflected in its upscale dining at a modest price, making it a local favorite.

6. Peak on Salem

4.5

Awesome(623)

Price: Moderate

• American • Apex

Booked 35 times today

Drinking great wine with great food in good company is one of life’s most civilized pleasures.

7. Nazara

4.7

Exceptional(118)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Cary

Booked 4 times today

Managed by passionate and a seasoned team of operators, Nazara awakens the inner soul through colorful ambiance, rich Indian palate, and complex tastes with a seductive dining room, a fashionable bar, intimate private lounge, and outdoor seating. We strive to create memorable dining experiences day after day. Guests can sample the vibrant flavors of India through Nazara’s various dining options. Our menu features classic Indian cuisine reinvented for today’s more discerning palate. We invite you to indulge in India’s culinary treasures, time after time.The team shares a vision of the future for Indian cuisine, an endeavor to improve the purest traditional and regional cuisines, while simultaneously creating innovative, modern dishes and interpretation while maintaining traditional integrity. The bar and wine cellar carry a depth of offerings that exceed the expectations of our guests on a regular basis.

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8. Sophie's Grill & Bar

4.5

Awesome(123)

Price: Moderate

• European • Cary

Booked 3 times today

Bringing Old World Favorites to the Heart of North Carolina!

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9. Waraji Japanese Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(342)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Raleigh

Booked 31 times today

Established in 1997 Waraji has been offering an extensive selection of sushi, sashimi & authentic Japanese cuisine. We also feature a unique selection of Japanese microbrewery rice-based beers. Our sushi menu includes the highest quality sushi and sashimi including omakase, japanese uni, hirame, spanish bluefin, madai, king salmon, hamachi and a wide variety of specialty house rolls (Scary Jerry, Hinata, and The Sweet Dragon just to name a few) Our authentic kitchen offers a full menu of tempura, teriyaki grilled items, nabeyaki udon, katsudon, sukiyaki, shabu shabu hotpot, A5 wagyu, ishiyaki, chawanmushi, age nasu, gyudon. Chef Masa, with over 30 years of sushi experience, invites you to join him and his staff for a true taste of Japan.Waraji added an Izakaya Lounge which has the largest Sake and Japanese Whiskey selection in the Carolinas. Also, we carry Japanese Beers such as Matcha IPA, Orion, Sapporo, Kirin, Asahi, and Echigo Koshihikari as well as a fine selection of wine.

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10. Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(3022)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Raleigh

Booked 17 times today

Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar is described as a place that 'takes the curious on a richly rewarding gastronomic journey across the Italian culinary landscape'. The reviews consistently praise the authentic Italian food and the ambiance that makes customers feel as though they've been transported to Italy. The restaurant also provides a culinary education on Italian cuisine, further solidifying its authenticity.

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Chris
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The Pit never disappoints. Our meals are always very good. And the staff is very friendly and helpful. Always a good experience.
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The Pit Authentic BBQPrice: Moderate• Southern• Raleigh
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4.3
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Terry
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Wonderful, as always. Only food critique would be the undercooked eggs, which I realize is a very common occurrence for poached eggs (ordered medium) and very runny and whites not cooked. The potatoes were a absolutely 💯% delicious. Service was excellent; entire staff was very friendly and welcoming.
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Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen - CaryPrice: Moderate• American• Cary
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4.7
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Rick
South Carolina •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
If you are concerned about Mediterranean food, get over it - this place is awesome and has become a staple in Raleigh because of the great food and great service. I highly recommend cruising the cocktail menu - very unique!
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SittiPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Raleigh
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4.6
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janet
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
My Husbands ribeye steak was perfect, baked loaded potatoe delicious, my salmon on spinach salad was excellent - glad I asked for medium rare for salmon! Don't like dry salmon. ( Waiter said they usually prepare medium well!) My Mom's burger was over done- bun wasn't warm- wouldn't get again. But steak and salmon were wonderful!
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Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - MorrisvillePrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Morrisville
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4.2
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Jennifer
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Ashley was our server and bartender and was phenomenal!!
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GravyPrice: Moderate• Italian• Raleigh
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4.1

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1. The Pit Authentic BBQ

2. Gravy

3. Sitti

4. Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen - Cary

5. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Morrisville

6. Peak on Salem

7. Nazara

8. Sophie's Grill & Bar

9. Waraji Japanese Restaurant

10. Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar

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