5 Best Restaurants in Winston-Salem, Central North Carolina

Krankies Coffee

$ | Downtown Fodor's choice
Winston's hippest coffee joint is known for its biscuits and burgers as much as its espresso. A warehouselike interior offers plenty of room to spread out, and ample outdoor tables fill with locals relaxing or working on sunny days.
Breakfast Lunch Quick Bite Southern $ Fodor's Choice
211 E. 3rd St., Winston-Salem, North Carolina, 27101, USA
336-722--3016
krankiescoffee.com
Known For
  • a chicken biscuit marinated in honey and Texas Pete
  • miel iced coffee lattes, flavored with spices and honey
  • full bar to get your midday drink on
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon.

Grecian Corner

$ | Downtown

In an austere building underneath the highway, this out-of-the-way eatery has dished up gyros and souvlaki since 1970. Patrons, including workers at the nearby hospital and local families, enjoy the friendly service and ample portions of moussaka, spanakopita, and salads, plus more familiar fare like hamburgers and pizza. The wine list includes Greek reds and whites.

Greek Lunch Dinner Quick Bite $
101 Eden Terr., Winston-Salem, North Carolina, 27103, USA
336-722–6937
www.greciancorner.com
Known For
  • classic Greek dishes and wines
  • family-friendly service
  • the best gyro in the city
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun., No credit cards

Mozelle's

$$$ | Downtown
Located in the historic West End neighborhood, this small, cheery café with shaded sidewalk seating offers Southern fare with a touch of elegance. The menu is based on seasonal local ingredients, with standouts that include the Southern spring rolls, bacon-wrapped meat loaf, and fried chicken with peach chutney. The bistro also regularly hosts curated wine dinners. On the weekends, brunch with sake Bloody Marys and tomato pie is a hit.
Lunch Dinner Brunch Southern $$$
878 W. 4th St., Winston-Salem, North Carolina, 27101, USA
336-703--5400
www.mozelles.com
Known For
  • inspired Southern fare based on the freshest ingredients
  • legendary tomato pie
  • weekend brunch with both light and hearty options
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon.

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Sweet Potatoes

$$ | Downtown
This restaurant's full name is Sweet Potatoes (Well Shut My Mouth!), and once you have a taste of these Southern classics, you'll know why. Expect friendly service and more food than you could possibly eat.
Lunch Dinner Southern $$ Brunch
607 Trade St., Winston-Salem, North Carolina, 27101, USA
336-727–4844
www.sweetpotatoes.ws
Known For
  • fried chicken, biscuits, and other Southern staples
  • namesake-worthy sweet potatoes (including in fry and pie form)
  • delicious Sunday brunch
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon.

Winkler Bakery

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No trip to the Old Salem Museum & Gardens is complete without a stop at the Winkler Bakery, where you can buy bread and their pillowy, best-selling sugar cakes, baked in traditional brick ovens. Moravian ginger cookies, paper-thin and dense with spice, are a classic treat. You can also try them dipped in chocolate.