I have been very well pleased with the food and the service…read more Company is clean and presentable to the public as well as accommodating.

We arrived just before the lunch rush - and wow this place got very busy on a Friday!…read more I had The Rancher with spicy jalapeño dressing. Loved it! They have a lot of different refreshing drink options. I tried the pineapple mint - yum!

It was honestly so refreshing to find this healthy fast casual option on a day I needed a cleaner…read moremeal. Overall I was impressed with the variety and quality of fresh ingredients! They were in the process of training a new hire at the time, so the line took some time to move through, but I still got my food pretty quickly. I ordered the harvest crunch vegetable which had all of my favorites - the mushrooms were so flavorful and my favorite part. The only two critiques I had was that 1) I asked for half/half rice and romaine and my bowl had way too much romaine, it really overpowered all of the other ingredients that came in the bowl and 2) the tofu was not my favorite - it wasn't crispy or as flavorful as I would like it, so that's something for the plant-based community to keep in mind. That said, I imagine all of the other animal-based proteins taste better! If their tofu was improved, I would absolutely return to try some of their other unique bowl combos.

Grabbed lunch from here recently and really enjoyed it! We ordered takeout using the website and…read morethe food was prepared on time. Everything tasted very fresh! I got a wheat wrap with some steak, spinach, and mushrooms, while my wife got a mixed grain bowl with chicken and bacon. We were both very happy with our meals, and while the food wasn't cheap (about $15 a person), I didn't feel ripped off either. The website mentioned that the ingredients were high quality and that the dressings were made in house, and it definitely tasted like it! Overall, I'd definitely come back here to get a healthy meal.

First time and the mother's day brunch was fantastic. The service was great and the food was…read moreawesome.

Denzel was the absolute best! He was knowledgeable of the menu and cocktails. His food…read morerecommendations were top notch and made our dining experience very enjoyable. We definitely plan on coming back and hope to have Denzel every time! *The menu is seasonal so there will be new options every few months. The crab dip was delicious!

Trendy, exciting, yet cozy ambiance. Our server was super nice and very knowledgeable of the menu…read more The KPG roll was good, but the wasabi citrus sauce underneath was sublime; I wanted to lick my plate, but kept it classy. Highly recommend the Evil Noodles; zippy, spicy sauce, grill charred mushrooms and veggies and the super wide, pillowy rice noodles. I'm not a noodle expert, but they tasted/felt hand pulled; forgot to ask! I'd like to go back at least 20 times to try everything on the menu. They also have a group menu for private events and plenty of space to host a large group. We saw some of the family style dishes and sushi going by and it was first class.

The food was delicious! We had the Fried Vegetable Spring Rolls, the Mango Tuna Crisp roll and the…read moreFilipino Lechon. For cocktails, we had the Silk Road and the Nightshade's Revival Barrel Aged cocktail. All the food felt fresh and was very flavorful. I used to dislike mango when I was young - I've since grown to be ok with it in my adulthood - but the Mango Tuna Crisp roll exceeded my expectations. The passion fruit definitely provided a nice contrast to the sweet mango that made it really delicious. Also, the spicy duck sauce with the spring rolls was a 10/10! That's the way I always want my duck sauce from now on. Unfortunately, I can't give it 5 stars because the wait time for service and the check during our meal was very long. We came in when it wasn't busy and it became moderately busy while we were there, but it still was a long time between the times they checked in on our table.

Small and very clean, almost hole in the wall kind of place in an old shopping center in a…read moreresidential neighborhood. Arabic music playing. Service is very friendly, and as quick as possible, considering that stuff seems to be made to order. I ordered a chicken kebab platter which comes over a bed of basmati rice, possibly with saffron. Whatever the rice tasted great and it wasn't dry like at a lot of places. The chicken was marinated in a tangy yogurt-spice mix, grilled and topped with a tahini sauce. Delicious! As sides I got mujadara and roasted vegetables which were also tasty. I'll be back for takeout for sure in the future.

"Bodega-like Mediterranean Grill & Grocery in Parkwood area of Durham"…read more This place is WAY off the beaten path for most, but I'm so happy to have gotten to try it out. Nestled in a little strip between a Muslim school and a mosque is this grill and grocery. We came on a Wednesday evening, and almost every table was already taken by diners. You order your food at a counter, and it has the Middle Eastern foods you'd expect-- kofta, shawarma, gyros, falafel, baba ghanouj, hummus, baklava, etc. I opted for the lamb gyro sandwich with a side of baba ghanouj, and my dining partner had the falafel sandwich. They call your number when it's ready. Food took maybe 10 minutes to receive, so we browsed the market area. It's not a huge selection, but very traditional-- nice seeing so many labels in Arabic, and along with standards (e.g., canned fava beans for Ful Medames), they also had things like frozen chopped mulukhiyah leaves-- that's definitely a rarer sight. Lots of good spices too. The food was EXCELLENT. The lamb was juicy and perfect (unlike what another Yelp review said), the tzatziki sauce was delicious, and the baba ghanouj was perfectly cooked and textured. I had a small bite of the falafel, and it was indeed one of the best I've had in the US. Price was fair, too-- the sandwiches are all under $10 before tax and tip, and making it a combo with side and drink cost just something like $2.50. And service was friendly-- although they called out numbers, they did walk out with the food to try to find and bring you your dishes. And while it was an older space, it was overall still generally clean. Overall, I'd VERY happily come back.

Healthy, delicious, fresh…read more This is the first Farmside Kitchen i've been to and i've been coming back ever since. Perfect for a quick meal to go or dine-in. I've been making my own bowls every time i come here and it has yet to disappoint. The staff is patient and friendly, the food is delicious and there are many many options to curate your own salad or bowl and theres lots of tables to sit and eat, inside and out. They also have some cookies and handcrafted beverages and soda. You have yet to let me down farmside kitchen! See you again soon

I love this place! Their Chicken Caesar is unique and delicious (quite creative to include…read moretomatoes, Parmesan crisps, and quinoa on a Caesar, but I LOVED it!!!). Next time I will have to try the hibiscus lemonade! Thanks for making healthy food more exciting and bringing Farmside Kitchen to Cary!!!

I did not know this place was here. Just started a new job off of TW Alexander, and looked on yelp…read morefor nearby restaurants for lunch. It's a southern thing popped up. I almost didn't go, because I thought this was the downtown Durham restaurant, which is nice, but parking nightmare. Glad I went, though. The food was solid. I had the fired chicken sandwhich and fries the first day, a buffalo chicken wrap the second day, and the smoked chicken wings the third day, yes, 3 in a row. That has to say something, especially for me. All lunch items were pretty spot on, although I like a little more vinegar in my slaw than most. That was remedied by the texas pete on the bar. The service staff were all hands on. If the bartender was not there, the manager or a back of the house person was always checking on me. Very nice staff. As far as the ambiance itself, nice setup. Good sized bar, nice big patio, clean indoor and restrooms... all in all, I could not ding them for anything. I need to go to check out the weekend brunch or dinner menu. I am sure that I will not be disappointed, however, I have been told to get to brunch before noon, as it gets very busy, also a good thing. Cheers. :)

We went to It's a Southern Thing on a Sunday morning around 9:30 and walked right in--no wait,…read morewhich honestly felt like a small miracle for brunch. Even better surprise: the patio was wide open and dog-friendly. Immediate bonus points. Service was great. She was friendly, attentive, and helpful with recommendations without being overbearing. I had the Shrimp & Grits, which came with plenty of large shrimp and really rich, flavorful grits. Definitely a solid choice. My date ordered the Blackstone Benedict -a sort of ham, poached eggs, and hollandaise, with breakfast potatoes and gluten-free bread. She was genuinely thrilled with it, which is saying something as she is a hollondaise stickler. By the time we were leaving, a line had started to build, so if you're planning a weekend brunch here, I'd recommend getting there on the earlier side. Parking is easy (big lot), and there's a grocery store right next door, which is surprisingly convenient. Overall, just a really easy, enjoyable brunch spot with good food, great service, and a relaxed vibe. We'll be back.

Absolutely fantastic coffee shop. Clean, modern, and fun interior with plenty of seating options…read morefor all sorts of groups. There are tables inside and out (when the weather is good they even open the garage door so that it morphs into one large space), comfortable and ample seating, and even some fun multilevel bench style seats inside allowing for you to work, hang out with a small group, or even just quickly grab some coffee. The staff was friendly and service was prompt. The coffee options were plentiful, with options for whatever your preferences may be whether you're more of a coffee enthusiast looking for lighter roast to taste all the notes, or enjoy more flavored and decadent drinks. One thing that was an incredibly exciting surprise the last time I went were the whole beans they had for sale from Fritz Coffee (imported from Korea im pretty sure). I had to grab a bag despite them being a bit pricey as they were freshly roasted too (price was expected for something like that). A slight down point for me though was the food, got a couple chocolate chip cookies and they were very much not worth it. Overall though would highly recommend and will likely return, though do need to be careful of timings as there can be quite the rush due to high demand.

Went to the Fount for breakfast because it was close my hotel. This must be one of the most popular…read morecoffee shops in the area because the line to the door or beyond the entire time I was there. I had the yogurt bowl and my customary black coffee. The yogurt was a large portion and was very good. Coffee was a little strong and bitter, probably designed to have additives rather than being drank black. Pairing with the yogurt made it taste a lot better though. Service was friendly and the prices were reasonable. It was a bit noisy inside, just because there were a lot of customers and everyone was talking. The store is clean and bright with a neat little riser on one side. My only complaint was that there were no refills. That's unusual for black, drip coffee.

Roots is a great spot on Franklin if you're looking for something quick, healthy, and not too…read moreheavy. It's super close to UNC's campus, with street parking out front and a garage around back, which makes it pretty convenient, and there's plenty of indoor seating too. They serve grain and salad bowls--you can build your own or pick one of their signature bowls. I tried the new Garu bowl which features Korean BBQ chicken, honey sesame sticks, kimchi, and sesame caesar dressing. Service was quick, and the portion was solid (definitely enough for two meals). Everything tasted fresh, but the chicken was a little dry and didn't really have much Korean BBQ flavor, which was kind of disappointing. Still, it was a refreshing meal overall, especially for a hot day. I'll definitely be back to try other combos--just probably going to choose a different protein next time.

Had this for lunch the other day. Very tasty! Efficient snd friendly service--in and out quickly…read more Food options for all including just veges. Inside was clean and welcoming. Love that we have this option in Chapel Hill.

This place is fresh and delicious! We walked in and found the menu charming and straightforward-…read moreyou can see pictures on the screen menu. We opted for the shrimp spring rolls (fresh) which were delicious, and the peanut dipping sauce was also great. I opted to make my own rice bowl with lemongrass beef and lots of veggies, which I loved. My husband loved his pho, as well. The staff were friendly and helpful, and the ambiance was clean and fun (I liked the art on the walls). We bought bottles of water before realizing they had cups and a cooler in the corner, so that's the only thing I'd do differently in the future. Very good!

We stopped in here for a quick dinner and they didnt dissapoint, the food was solid and we got pho…read moreand a vermicelli rice bowl with shrimp. The counter service ordering had our food out rather fast and everything on the menu looked solid as we want to come back for sure. I wish the portions were a bit bigger but they food quality was great. Its a bit hard to find as its a small spot in a strip mall but for sure worth checking out!