Best Lunch Restaurants in Morrisville

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodIndianMexican

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DurhamRaleigh

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ApexCaryDurhamMorrisvilleRaleigh

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

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1. Herons

4.8

Exceptional(3163)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Cary

Booked 23 times today

Herons, the signature restaurant at The Umstead Hotel and Spa in Cary, North Carolina, offers an exceptional fine dining experience for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. Located close to Raleigh, North Carolina, Herons is known for its locally inspired, seasonal menus and stunning garden views, Herons showcases a full-view kitchen and an elegant, art-filled dining room with floor-to-ceiling windows. Every detail—from the fresh, regionally sourced ingredients to the curated wine list—reflects a commitment to artistry and culinary excellence.

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2. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Morrisville

4.4

Awesome(1882)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Morrisville

Booked 25 times today

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is an American Restaurant and Steakhouse serving authentic wood-fired steaks, seafood, specialty cocktails and select wines. Join us for Happy Hour at the FIREBAR® or on the patio for drink specials and bar bites. We offer top-notch service and upscale dining at a modest price. Reserve Your Table with us today.

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3. Colletta - Cary, NC

4.7

Exceptional(1702)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Cary

Booked 33 times today

Seasonal changes, outstanding ingredients and a made-from-scratch philosophy guide Chef 's menu of house-made focaccia and pasta, antipastis, made-to-order wood-fired pizzas, and piatti. The chef curated dinner and dessert menus, pair with the well balanced wine and beverage program. Located at Fenton in Cary, NC, this casual yet polished family-style Italian restaurant features 120 indoor dining seats, 60 seats outdoors on the semi-covered patio, and a 12-seat bar.

4. Leo's Italian Social - Park West Village

4.4

Awesome(474)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Morrisville

Booked 15 times today

Leo's Italian Social in Morrisville, NC located at Park West Village is a vibrant dining spot known for its lively atmosphere and diverse menu. Highlights include: Happy Hour: Enjoy $3 off appetizers and pizzas, Monday to Friday from 3pm to 6pm. Brunch: Delight in a weekend brunch available until 3pm on Saturdays and Sundays. Ambiance: Features a welcoming outside patio and private dining options, perfect for gatherings. Entertainment: Live music adds to the energetic vibe. Cuisine: Offers a rich selection of fresh pasta, seafood, and steak, paired with an extensive wine and cocktail list. A perfect destination for food lovers and social gatherings!

5. Cary - M Sushi

4.8

Exceptional(826)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Cary

Booked 49 times today

M Sushi Cary is Michael Lee's second location dedicated to high-quality seafood. Our menu is small, purposeful, and uses only very special seasonal seafood received directly from Japan, Korea, and the US. The quality of our dishes is a direct result of our dedication to fresh ingredients, and our emphasis placed on maintaining traditional Japanese and Korean Cuisine. We specialize in traditional nigiri and sashimi courses in addition to a once in a lifetime Grand Omakase. M Sushi was ranked in 2022 in OpenTable's top 100 restaurants in American. Also, the only restaurant to make the list from North Carolina.Please note that we do not offer highchairs or boosters.

6. Tribeca Tavern

4.5

Awesome(1567)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Cary

Booked 8 times today

Welcome to Tribeca Tavern. Proud to be a North Carolina company, we celebrate the vibrant communities we serve and are committed to upholding the highest standards in the quality of our products and the local causes we support. We pledge to offer you a delightful experience complete with our signature Tribeca hospitality.Whether you're drinking the crafty brews created by our sister establishment, The Mash House Brewery, or you're enjoying entrees prepared in our from-scratch kitchens, you can count on handcrafted flavors with a dash of homegrown flair.We look forward to serving you many times over, be it for family nights out, dinners for two, game-watching afternoons, or private parties and corporate events. Enjoy!

7. Superica - Fenton

4.4

Awesome(121)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Tex-Mex • Cary

Booked 45 times today

Superica – “where sunshine spends the winter” – also known as Tex-Mex cuisine served in an Old-West-inspired atmosphere alongside music inspired by Austin.The cuisine is a combination of 1950s Tex-Mex and the wood grill that has taken the food to another level by way of fajitas and more. An “evolved Tex-Mex menu,” includes the classics: tacos, nachos, tamales and enchiladas plus more intricate dishes such as wood-grilled fajitas and shrimp tacos always served with just-made flour tortillas, all while paying homage to the traditions and recipes that have been a part of the Texas culture for decades.

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8. Capital City Chop House

4.4

Awesome(1044)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steak • Morrisville

Booked 11 times today

Welcome to Capital City Chop House! For decades, the Chop House has obsessed over one thing: quality. We start with the best steaks, seafood and chops we can find, cook them exactly to your liking, then inspect every plate twice before serving you. At every turn, we pay special attention to the details. It’s these little details that all melt together to make a truly extraordinary meal. We believe premium ingredients are only as good as the chefs who prepare and cook them. We also believe a legendary menu falls flat without legendary service to serve it up. So whether it’s a business lunch, happy hour or date night, join us for a bona fide meal made the right way — all in an atmosphere where you can relax and be yourself.Capital City Chop House sits right outside of Raleigh, making it easily accessible from most places in the Triangle. It’s within striking distance of Research Triangle Park, and is just a stone’s throw from RDU Airport.

9. Sports and Social Cary

3.9

Excellent(62)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Sports Bar • Cary

Booked 1 time today

Sports and Social Cary is your ultimate fan experience this season. Don't miss a moment of the action with a huge 42-foot HD big screen and more than 65 HDTVs. Sports and Social Cary takes sports viewing to the next level with big eats, outdoor patio and crush bar, extensive beer selection, and social games like skeeball, foosball, hoops and more! Come see how we're raising the sports bar at Sports & Social Cary. Located in Fenton, exit 291 off I-40.

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10. Tony Roma's - Durham

3.9

Excellent(126)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Durham

Tony Roma's, Legendary for Ribs. Famous for So Much More. Tony Roma's offers a wide variety of culinary deliciousness in a casual dining atmosphere. Join us for our World Famous Baby Back Ribs, steaks and more. Let’s get saucy!

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Lizette
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Such a lovely experience!! The service, drinks, and food were outstanding. They asked prior to our reservation about any celebrations and even gave us a small tailored gift along with a complimentary dessert.
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Colletta - Cary, NCPrice: Moderate• Italian• Cary
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4.7
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Sarah
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Perfect as always. The food and service does not disappoint. Worth every penny.
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HeronsPrice: Very Expensive• American• Cary
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4.8
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Jenny
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food and service were both excellent! The miso marinated sea bass and the crispy rice were both standout favorites!
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Cary - M SushiPrice: Very Expensive• Sushi• Cary
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4.8
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GeneVIP
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •89 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Dinner and service was excellent. Great selection of wine and cocktails.
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Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - MorrisvillePrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Morrisville
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4.4
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Laurence
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Food was excellent, service great, Tiramisu dessert outstanding, recommend this place and we will be back
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Leo's Italian Social - Park West VillagePrice: Moderate• Italian• Morrisville
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4.4

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