Food

When seeking Winston-Salem restaurants, you can find examples of almost all the large chains, from steakhouses to international fare to fast-food burger and fries. But if you are willing to get away from the city’s main retail areas, you can find a good range of food choices at moderate prices. There is plenty of traditional American fare from dirt-cheap to surprisingly expensive; southern and comfort food restaurants from cafeteria style to white-table cloth establishments; and a heavy dose of diners. Farm-to-table restaurants that buy local fresh produce from area farms (many organic) are on the rise.

Quite frankly, Lexington is the self-professed “barbecue capital of the world,” so most places in Winston-Salem are trying to keep up. A few are worth a special mention but if you want a slew of choices, head south down U.S. 52 for all that Lexington offers. Check out this list of local NC Barbecue restaurants…

Winston-Salem is the home of Krispy Kreme, so we take our sweets and coffee very seriously. But there are plenty of options for people who prefer baked treats that are less sugary. Here are some recommendations to help fill your cravings…

A beer culture is on the rise in Winston-Salem. Find out how Small Batch Beer Co. and other beer shops, bars and breweries are driving this trend…

A new tavern called The Quiet Pint is set to open on October 25. It will serve beer, wine, cocktails, & food. The idea for the Quiet Pint was developed by the owner of Burke Street Pizza, who imagined West End & Ardmore residents would flock to a small unique bar within walking distance.

Finally a Veggie Restaurant in Winston! Oh Wait, Never Mind The Grilled Asparagus, which opened a few weeks ago to the delight of Winston-Salem vegetarians and good food lovers alike, has just announced that it will be closing its doors. Facebook Rumors are True The rumors started on Sunday on Facebook as one of the owner’s posted “sorry …

New Farm-to-Table Dining Downtown The long-awaited Spring House Restaurant opened Thursday, April 12, 2012 to a sold out opening weekend, just in time for the RiverRun International Film Festival. Previously the estate home of wealthy industrialist, Agnew Hunter Bahnson in the 1920’s, on what was then known as “Millionaire’s Row”, this historic restaurant is located …

Two longtime Winston-Salem favorite brands have united in the “sweet” marriage of Dewey’s Bakery and Blue Ridge Ice Creams. Dewey’s Bakery, Inc. announced today during a “ribbon tying” that the company has acquired Blue Ridge Ice Creams, uniting two of Winston-Salem’s most beloved brands. Mayor Allen Joines was on hand to perform the ceremony of …

Chad’s Carolina Corn is a locally owned and operated gourmet popcorn company. His popcorn is of such good taste and quality, that owner, Chad Huskey, is not afraid to put his name or his face on it. A popcorn addict himself, Chad began making batches of his popular popcorn by hand. Quickly the demand grew …