Savor These 8 Great Places to Eat in Winston-Salem, NC

Scott Muthersbaugh

The well-established eateries of Winston-Salem continue to be a sure thing when it comes to sitting down for a delicious meal. However, a group of emerging fan favorites has found themselves on the foodie radar. The chefs and owners at these great places to eat in Winston-Salem bring their best, each in their own way, to liven up the city’s dining scene and satisfy the discerning tastes of local gourmands. 

Check Out These Great Places to Eat in Winston-Salem

O’BRIEN’S DELI 

Using “good bread, high-quality meat and large portions,” Joshua and Sarah Liebman throw a Southern curveball at Long Island deli food culture. The all-scratch kitchen at O’Brien’s Deli turns out a number of custom creations – like the pickle sandwich – anything on the menu, piled high on a huge, hollowed out New York pickle. 

WESTTOWN RESTAURANT 

Westtown has been around since the 1990s and features unique around-the-world options, like souvlaki sandwiches, gyros and Greek burgers. With plenty of special options for meal combos, family packs, juniors and seniors, everyone leaves happy. 

HEFF’S BURGER CLUB 

Ladykiller. Huckleberry Garcia. Heffy deluxe. The smash burgers come with quirky names, but Heff’s motto is “fine food, no fuss.” On top of leaving with a full belly, customers can pay it forward with a good deed and buy a meal to be sent to a local homeless shelter. 

SAGE & SALT BISTRO 

Sage & Salt elevates American bistro with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Start with the charcuterie board and work up to the yellowfin tuna tower. Sip on a decadent dessert cocktail or select a disco lemonade from the dry bar. 

INDEMAND ASIAN STREET FOOD & BURGER BAR 

At InDemand, it’s all about Asian street food and shareable bites. From fully loaded burgers to noodles to communal fries, it’s casual fare at a reasonable price. Enjoy an order of drunken noodles outside on the patio or split a plate of sweet thai fries among friends. 

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NATABELLES DESSERTS 

Home of the world-famous sweet potato brownie, NataBelles is the domain of baker Shanata Shepard. Her “love inspired” desserts include pound cakes, cookies and cinnamon buns – all of which come drizzled and dripping with sugary goodness. Follow NataBelle’s socials for news on daily specials. 

LOT 63 

Located in historic Old Salem, this coffeehouse and taproom is a celebration of Moravian culture and gathering space for the community. It serves delicious baked goods and one of its most well-known coffee drinks is the Lot 63 latte made with Moravian spice cookie syrup.

DIVE BAR 

Winston-Salem is the fifth North Carolina location for this 21+ arcade bar. Head to the Dive Bar for fun events (they call it elevated debauchery), daily drink specials and too many games to count. The bar is fully stocked, and pub fare, like pizza, tacos and pretzel bites, is served on weekends.