4th Street Filling Station

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Believe it or not, I've been at Wake three years and I had never been to Fourth Street Filling Station. Disgraceful, I know. I had heard rave reviews from numerous friends, so when I found out the dining staff needed someone to review it, I jumped on the opportunity. What better excuse to drag mys ... Read More!

A Fake Restaurant

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Arigato Japanese Steakhouse

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Arigato, a local Japanese steak and seafood house, keeps business coming with their chefs’ showmanship abilities. The restaurant’s traditionally inspired architecture creates a pleasing, low-lit ambiance for a comfortable, casual and culture-conscious experience. The chefs’ performances, fea ... Read More!

Athena Greek Taverna

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Greek food can be the most heavenly experience in the culinary world, but only if it is fantastic Greek food. And so I was very excited to try Winston's only sit-down Greek restaurant, Athena. Located right next to the old Hanes factory where you access Stratford from Silas Creek, the surroundings ... Read More!

B.L.L. Rotisserie Factory

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Whenever I experience serious cravings for authentic and delicious Italian food, my instincts now take me directly to B.L.L. Rotisserie Factory: Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant—a great Winston-Salem hotspot for good Italian cuisine. Located in the heart of the Stratford area, B.L.L. Rotisserie ... Read More!

Bagel Station

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Bagels in North Carolina are posers. They aren’t really bagels, but bread molded into a circular shape with a hole in the middle. A little harsh? Well, I may have a supercilious Northern attitude, but proof exists that most of these “bagels” of the South are faking it. This is because I h ... Read More!

Battle of the Quick Casuals

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It’s the last week of classes, and the idea of hitting up The Pit has become about as appetizing as finishing off those stale Peeps still sitting on your desk from Easter. But since your bank account likely reads in the double-digit range, there aren’t a whole lot of options that will fill you u ... Read More!

Billy Bob's Silver Diner

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Chrome gleaming and neon glowing, a truly magical place awaits you. Billy Bob’s Silver Diner, “A Tradition of Great Food and Memories,” is a glorious gateway back in time. This lovely malt shop provides everything that you would want in a diner. As you enter the swinging doors into a clean ... Read More!

Bistro 420

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As the sun went down over Forsyth County on a late summer evening, I was excited to be trying a new restaurant with an old friend. Bistro 420 is a unique downtown establishment on West 4th Street, the cultural avenue of the city. Caddy-cornered from the North Carolina School of the Arts’ Stevens C ... Read More!

Bleu Restaurant and Bar

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Fans of big-city dining will rejoice: Winston-Salem finally has its own restaurant hot spot, courtesy of newly-opened Bleu Restaurant & Bar, located behind the Village Tavern near Hanes Mall. Bleu, the second venture of Bernadin’s Fine Dining owners Freddy and Terry Lee, puts American cuisine ... Read More!

Blue Ridge Ice Cream

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One of the best independently owned businesses in Winston-Salem, Blue Ridge Ice Creams serves up a break-from-the-norm in a cup or cone, your choice. Located off of Stratford Road, the family-owned dessert parlor has been enticing more and more people over the past 15 years to try the tasty treats ... Read More!

Bon Appetit Cafe & Deli

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Searching for a nice place to take your parents, out with a date, or to impress your friends? Look . . . further. Bon Appetit Deli and Cafe leaves much to be desired both in cleanliness and good food. Parking is also an issue – the closest parking area of any magnitude is on Liberty Street, ... Read More!

Bonefish Grill

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Since I got to Wake Forest three years ago, there has always been a closed restaurant in the front of the Thruway Shopping center . Seeing that the Loop and Carving Board are always busy, I often wondered what was keeping the old Houlihan's location from being occupied. Needless to say, when I heard ... Read More!

Botta Bing

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When I think of pizza restaurants, I think of Pizza Hut, Dominoes and the other chains: cheap, fast, greasy and good. Although the term might seem oxymoronic, Botta Bing Pizza is an elegant pizza restaurant. Here, you’ll find the sort of pizza that would be found in quaint, tiny little resta ... Read More!

Botta Boom

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Botta Boom Pizza, a restaurant bursting with ambiance, is intimate enough for a special dinner for two and yet relaxed enough for a casual lunch or dinner with friends. Lively Italian music floats through the air and one feels as though in a romantic wine cellar with hundreds of bottles lining the ... Read More!

Bruegger's Bagel Bakery

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Bruegger’s Bagel Bakery bakes a better bagel. Say that five times fast… or maybe just go for lunch and form your own opinion. While I preface this with a sigh due to my forlorn feelings concerning the closing of Bear Rock, which occupied the space now taken by Bruegger’s, this new restaurant ... Read More!

Burke Street Pizza

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We’ve all heard our parents tell us that pizza is the main staple of the college student’s diet. Although that statement may now be outdated, has the novelty of a college friendly pizza parlor worn off? The answer is no. Burke Street Pizza, located in the West End, provides anything one coul ... Read More!

Cafe Gelato

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Café Gelato isn’t a place that you could walk to from campus in high heels, but you are a mere five minute drive away from unquestionable bliss. A friend and I decided to check it out on a warm weekday afternoon, ideal weather for a cool treat. From Reynolda Road, Café Gelato has a creamy ye ... Read More!

Camel City Cafe & Wine Bar

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Looking for a quiet evening with a glass of wine? The Camel City Cafe is a polished wine bar and restaurant that caters to the Winston-Salem Symphony crowd, the local professionals and any Wake Students seeking a fine red or white. The cafe is a hybrid between a bar and a restaurant – while it ... Read More!

Carrabbas Italian Grill

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Carrabba’s Italian Grill serves its customers appetizing Italian-American cuisine in an atmosphere full of Tuscan scenery. Tantalizing aromas float from a kitchen that opens onto the main dining area, which offers ample seating. Complementary fresh bread and dipping oil mixed with spices a ... Read More!

Cat's Corner Cafe

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Located in the Steven Center building on 4th Street in downtown Winston, Cat’s Corner Café is in the center of Winston-Salem’s cultural district. Oddly, yet effectively, placed in the lobby of this building, Cat’s has a great deal of pleasant atmosphere. The space is wide open with two story ... Read More!

Celtic Cafe

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About the time I was really getting tired of the usual restaurants I’ve been going to since freshmen year, I see a sign for the Celtic Café. Now, I don’t know about you, but I don’t have a clue what Celtic food is. So when I was feeling particularly adventurous, I decided to check it out. I� ... Read More!

Cha Da Thai

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Readers, let me warn you now. This is no average restaurant review, oh no. This is the culmination of a journey that has taken me all over the world—so bear with me as I wax poetic on the glory that is...chicken pad thai. Like many Wake Forest students, I spent a semester abroad. My time ... Read More!

China Chinese Restaurant

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A favorite of both Winston-Salem residents and Wake students alike, China Chinese Restaurant caters to anyone with a hearty appetite and a love for fried rice. Located less than two miles from campus, China Chinese offers casual tables inside as well as provides reliable delivery service. The i ... Read More!

Chipotle Mexican Grill

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Conveniently located by Hanes Mall, Chipotle might appear to serve a generic kind of southwest fast-food. However, its unique, simplistic atmosphere, its affordable menu, and its “naturally-raised” beef Barbacoa burritos make Chipotle muy caliente! Chipotle’s creative, utilitarian at ... Read More!

Christopher's New Global Cuisine

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Christopher’s New Global Cuisine made its premiere this January with some of the most exotic foods available in downtown Winston-Salem. Located just off Broad Street, Christopher’s is a promising fine dining restaurant that offers lunch and dinner, seasonal menus, live music, and weekly martini ... Read More!

Cities Grill & Bar

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“So Sarah, where the heck is this place?” “I don’t know, a ways down Stratford…” Cities is by no means "close to campus." But we think that it’s “worth the drive” if you know what we mean. And we don’t really know what we mean. The fountain and lighting at the front door gives ... Read More!

Corbin's Bar and Grill

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“…but I hear they have good wings!” These words were all it took to convince a hungry group of my friends to journey outside their culinary comfort zone for a night and accompany me to the uncharted territory of Corbin’s Bar and Grille. The location was familiar enough, nestled in the corn ... Read More!

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Diamondback Grill

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One of Winston’s best kept secrets, Diamondback Grill is quickly becoming a popular restaurant among Wake Forest students and staff. When I wrote my review of Village Tavern, I mentioned that there are other restaurants in town of equal or higher quality – take note – this is one of them. ... Read More!

Dill Pickle

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Two things that most college students seem to be short of are time and money. The Dill Pickle, a small sandwich shop in downtown Winston-Salem, is both inexpensive and fast, but the location and hours make it difficult for many Wake students to make it a regular stop. Located on Fourth Street, a ... Read More!

Dining Changes for 2007!

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Quicklinks, reviews, maps -- oh my! Find out how the Dining page will be changing for 2007. Get a clue to find exactly what you want faster before the changes take effect! The first change is the Dining team's creation of a "Quicklinks" section in an outlined box that appears at the top ... Read More!

Downtown Thai

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“Chang puak kird ni pa” This Thai proverb’s literal meaning, “white elephant born in the forest.”, can be interpreted as “the best thing is difficult to find”. I could not have found a more appropriate saying for Downtown Thai than the one above. Tucked away on the east en ... Read More!

El Sombrero Mexican Restaurant

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Though unbecomingly tucked away in a small strip plaza off University Parkway, El Sombrero is both an economic and delicious option for a Mexican meal. The restaurant, small and cozy, attracts both a college and a senior crowd, though admittedly with very little overlap. On evenings when Wake games ... Read More!

El Triunfo

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Located on North Point Blvd. in the shopping center across the street from Arby’s, El Triunfo (The Triumph) offers an out of the ordinary taste for those craving something new in the Winston-Salem area. El Triunfo offers the opportunity to practice your Spanish and enjoy an authentic Salvad ... Read More!

Finnegan's Wake

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Winston-Salem seems to be getting new restaurants every week, and the recent opening of Finnegan's Wake gives something entirely new to the area: an Irish Pub. Pubs have long been popular in England and Ireland as places to meet with friends, have a few drinks, and maybe eat some warm, filling food. ... Read More!

First Street Draught House

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It was six on a Saturday evening. In true North Carolina fashion, we’ve been granted a reprieve from winter weather and if you’re looking to go beyond the well beaten path of Whole Foods and Midtown for dinner, then the First Street Draught House could be exactly what you’re looking for. Locat ... Read More!

Flashback Smoothies

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Flashback Smoothies, located on Brookstown Ave. just behind the West End Cafe, offers up yummy subs, smoothies, ice cream, and hot dogs with a style and service lost many decades ago. While toasting subs and making fresh fruit smoothies to order, owner Michael Clinton carries on a constant, pleasan ... Read More!

Full Moon Oyster Bar

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Wake Forest may be some four hours from the coast, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get good seafood in the Winston-Salem area. Nearby in Clemmons, the Full Moon Oyster Bar provides a taste of the sea with affordable prices in a fun environment. I grew up in Florida, so a love for good seafoo ... Read More!

Golden India Restaurant

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Golden India isn’t just a restaurant; it’s a haven for Winston-Salem’s Indian enclave that offers groceries and DVDs from home. Fresh, exotic, unidentifiable produce crowd a table beside the checkout counter and a room off to the side is stocked floor-to-ceiling with Indian spices, cookies, d ... Read More!

Hero House

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Hero House has been a Winston-Salem and Wake Forest staple for many years. Its longevity may be attributed to its excellent sub sandwiches and friendly folks. Both locations (University Parkway & Stratford Road) are familiar with Wake Forest students and their constant quest for delicious food at no ... Read More!

I Bambini

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It’s dinnertime and you’re craving Italian. You make a suggestion, but your friends, recently-returned from Venice , can only scoff: too Americanized. The usual Italian favorites are likewise quickly shot down for their lack of authenticity and your close familiarity with them. Enter I Bambini! ... Read More!

Ichiban

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I had a craving for seaweed salad and a yearning for good sushi. Reading about Japan in my international politics class made me hungry, so we piled into the car and headed out to Stratford Road to give Ichiban a try. Ichiban is a little Japanese restaurant and sushi bar buried between Dewey's Ba ... Read More!

Ishi Japanese Restaurant and Sushi Bar

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Here at Wake Forest, there are few gems cherished more than our trust funds: Pledge night, Tribble 201A, and our sacred tunnels, just to name a few. Quite possibly transcending all these is the sublime grandeur of Ishi. If you have not yet been, please stop reading my review. Instead, ... Read More!

Jason's Deli

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Eating at Jason’s Deli is kind of like dining in the Pit…you probably won’t leave without a “free” cone of Soft-Serve fro-yo. The difference? There’s no need to ask for a second portion at this deli. Really… Where else can you order a quarter of a sandwich? You’re bound to go home st ... Read More!

Jimmy the Greek Kitchen

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A typical time for most Wake Forest students to visit Jimmy the Greek Kitchen is the late hours of the evening-or early hours of the morning if you prefer-after a long weekend night of partying. Though not as popular with students as IHOP, Jimmy the Greek offers an outstanding breakfast menu which o ... Read More!

K&W Cafeteria

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Located next to the Walmart off of Hanes Mill Blvd., the K&W Cafeteria promises southern cooking at an affordable price in a family setting. The cafeteria features a buffet of food from which to choose, and although all individually priced, the final bill for five different things will most likely ... Read More!

Kyoto Fantasy Express

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Located in the Thruway shopping center, Kyoto Express makes no pretenses about its extreme distance from Japan. Walking in the door, you are faced with a large train painted in bright primary colors with cars filled with vegetables— presumably, the Kyoto Express. This is the home of the prom ... Read More!

Las Estrellas

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One should never underestimate the meaning of a good first impression. You can always tell a good Mexican restaurant by the quality of the complimentary chips and salsa. Las Estrallas made a great first impression with the tastiness of its tortilla chips – my favorite in town because of their ... Read More!

Little Richard's BBQ

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Krispy Kreme Doughnuts. Moravian Sugar Cake. Lexington-style barbecue. Here we have North Carolina’s contribution to the national buffet. One of the best known spots for that famous barbecue is right here in Winston at Little Richard’s. Little Richard’s is a mom and pop place on Country Club R ... Read More!

Macaroni Grill, Romano's

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Romano’s Macaroni Grill serves tasty dishes derived from the traditional Italian-American cuisine. Although it is a chain restaurant, there is a surprisingly unique flavor. Romano’s is partnered nationally with Habitat for Humanity, and each franchise contributes to the organization’s goa ... Read More!

Mandarin Malay Chinese Restaurant

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For many Americans, there are two ways to order Chinese food: picking up a phone to call local take-out or heading to a dime-a-dozen buffet. When was the last time you sat down and ordered Chinese food from a server? Malay Chinese Restaurant is changing the conventions of the standard American Chine ... Read More!

Mary's Of Course

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You know how good it feels to go home and have Mom cook for you? No more handfuls of dry cereal while you are perched in front of your laptop in a snooze-bar stupor. No longer do you have to try to trick yourself into believing that a Subway sandwich counts as a real meal. Feels good right? Warm, fl ... Read More!

McAlister's Deli

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Dreading the quest to find an open table at the Pit? Are you sick of the same off-campus restaurants? Have the workers at Subway recognized you and even started preparing “the usual” before you even order? You’re not alone, and like many other Wake Forest students, you’re facing the dilemma ... Read More!

McAlister's Deli

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Dreading the quest to find an open table at the Pit? Are you sick of the same off-campus restaurants? Have the workers at Subway recognized you and even started preparing “the usual” before you even order? You’re not alone, and like many other Wake Forest students, you’re facing the dilemma ... Read More!

Mellow Mushroom

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After years of hearing rumors about a fabulous pizza chain run by ex-hippies and never actually finding one, I was ecstatic to hear that The Mellow Mushroom was finally coming to Winston-Salem. I first tried to go to the Mellow Mushroom the Sunday after its opening last week. Unfortunately, the ... Read More!

Mickey's Country Kitchen

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Gimmicks are garbage. Mickey’s Country Kitchen is the real deal. This breakfast and lunch place is a little slice of Hometown, USA. Winston is not suffering from a lack of places for chow, but it is flooded with chains and restaurants with trendy themes without a sense of character. Mickey’s ... Read More!

Microwave Magic!

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Popcorn, mac and cheese, ramen noodles – it sounds like the same old junk food popped into your microwave, but it doesn’t have to be! Avoid baking and broiling in the kitchen with these easy-to-make munchies and pick up some vital cooking tips, too.
Easy Bake Apples To get that ... Read More!

Midtown Cafe & Dessertery

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Forget IHOP. Forget Jimmy the Greek. Forget Waffle House. (I know it’s hard, but just let them go.) Those 24-hour breakfast spots are perfect for disorderly stops in the wee hours of the morning, but if you’re in search of truly delicious pancakes, or waffles, or soup, or salads, or sandwi ... Read More!

Milner’s American Southern

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The crown jewel of Winston-Salem’s menagerie of fine dinning is a restaurant that epitomizes the elegance and refinement of southern cuisine. It is befitting to place such a title upon Milner's American Southern. Hidden along the neon glamour of Stratford Road and enormity of Hanes Mall lies ... Read More!

Miss Annie's

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Need a little spice in your life? Has "Work Forest" stressed you out to a point when your dining experiences seem rather “blah”? Fortunately, there is a solution: go to the Caribbean… well, in theory. Located off Silas Creek, near Hanes Mall, Miss Annie’s restaurant comes in a close second t ... Read More!

Miyako

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With an abundance of sushi places scattered about Winston, it’s difficult to decide which one is right for you. I tried one out, Miyako Japanese Restaurant and Sushi Bar, and this one definitely tops my list of great sushi restaurants. The restaurant is a little bit of a drive from campus, abo ... Read More!

Moe's Southwest Grill

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Located off of Stratford Rd. in the Thruway Shopping Center, Moe’s Burritos serves southwest cuisine and invites with a loud “Welcome to Moe’s!” greeting from the staff. A family-friendly place, its booths, cheap prices, and upbeat jazz music give it the relaxed atmosphere essential to colle ... Read More!

Mountain Fried Chicken

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For better or worse, fried chicken is as basic an element of the average American’s diet as pizza, burgers and french fries. However, just like those beloved culinary standards, it can vary greatly between regions and restaurants. Southern soul food connoisseurs offer varying opinions on the ide ... Read More!

Nawab Indian Cuisine

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So you say you’re sick of Chinese, tired of Sushi and fed up with stir-fry from Benson? Well, if you’re looking for a different taste with a traditional ethnic atmosphere, then the Indian food at Nawab is for you. With dishes ranging from tasty appetizers to very tasty entrees, this restaurant o ... Read More!

New Town Bistro & Bar

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Who knew you could really “Behold, the power of cheese?” And at New Town Bistro, it’s not just your typical American or Cheddar: Mascarpone flavors the penne pasta and Brie almost overwhelms the scrumptious Steak and Brie Quesadillas. But this trendy spot also invites you to enjoy a whole lot ... Read More!

Ollie's Bakery

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Ollie’s Bakery is a straight shot down University Parkway ; just follow your nose to this hidden gem of baked delights. Located on the corner of Marshall Street and Brookstown Avenue , Ollie’s is a tiny shop the serves up some of the freshest breads, baked goods, and desserts in town. Beli ... Read More!

Oriental Cafe

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Holding true to its all-encompassing name, the Oriental Cafe offers a variety of Chinese, Japanese, and Thai dishes as well as a full sushi bar. Sandwiched between Chuck E. Cheese’s and Food Lion, the locale does not create a romantic ambience for the restaurant. Once the door opens, however, an ... Read More!

Pancho Villas

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Pancho Villas on South Stratford Road is the most recent opening of three Pancho Villas' locations already in the Triad area. Aesthetically, the restaurant is slightly more upscale than the other Mexican restaurants you'll generally find in Winston-Salem. The restaurant used to be I Bambini Italia ... Read More!

Paul's Fine Italian Dining

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Paul’s Fine Italian Dining proves that you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover. On Robinhood Road, the outside of the building didn’t look quite as “fine” as the name of the restaurant suggests, but the inside set my mind at ease. We were seated at a table with crisp white linen and ... Read More!

Places To Eat: Best Of Winston Salem

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It's your first week here and you are already craving home cooking or a late night snack run. The question is, where? We at The Student have made it our mission to divulge the secrets of Winston-Salem and present you with our first ever "bests" list. So pile into that SUV and break ou ... Read More!

Pure Chrome

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Amidst swirling rumors about the possible disappearance of Brewhahas and Freddie B’s, students are likely to seek refuge in another familiar and welcoming venue of the same ilk: Cobalt’s. Although this perennial favorite has also undergone changes and is now Pure Chrome, it is still a beacon on ... Read More!

Putter's Patio & Grill

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In a place that is not known as a typical college town, it is nice to know that those “College town” restaurant types do exist in Winston-Salem. Putter’s Patio and Grill, which is close to the Joel Coliseum and a mainstay student hangout, is a nice alternative to the monotonous aura of campus ... Read More!

River Birch Lodge

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Lovers of slow-smoked, fall-off-the-bone barbeque will be sure of what they are ordering even before they pull open the River Birch Lodge’s heavy wooden doors; the sweet, nutty, and unbelievably-yummy smell of chipotle apple barbeque sauce lures taste buds from outside the building like the prover ... Read More!

Rose's Deli

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Everyone on this campus knows about Rose’s Deli, at least they should. Located a short drive north on University Parkway, sandwich nirvana is closer that you think. Though it may look a little sketchy since it is attached to a gas station, do not judge a book by its cover. The inside looks like a ... Read More!

Ryan's Steaks, Chops & Seafood

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When asked what factors distinguish a fine dining establishment from other good restaurants, perhaps the best word that comes to mind is class. Ryan’s Restaurant, off of Coliseum Drive, embodies the very definition of the word. Its welcoming and homey décor bodes a warmness that complements its s ... Read More!

Sakura Japanese Restaurant (and Sushi Bar!)

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Sushi lovers, rejoice. Winston-Salem has officially fulfilled your dreams. Or, to be more accurate, Dori & Indra Mulyana, the owners of Sakura Japanese Restaurant and Sushi Bar, have made your sushi fantasies come true. It may be hard to believe that some of this landlocked city’s freshest sea ... Read More!

Skippy's

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We’ve all probably eaten about a million hot dogs during our lives. Most of them are the same, old microwaved dog, or if you’re lucky, it’s grilled and then put on a bun out of a bag, sometimes topped with ketchup and mustard. Skippy’s Hot Dogs, which opened several months ago in downtown ... Read More!

South By Southwest

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The dining question of the week: What would your ideal dinner-date location be like? She said: "It should have an intimate atmosphere, nice soft music in the background, classy décor, and thoughtful food presentation." He said: "I dunno. Good food? Not too expensive? Not too fancy." Well it ... Read More!

Steak 'n Shake

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For students who want a really late-night meal, there is Waffle House, IHOP and the always- reliable Cookout, but now there is something new in the area. Steak ‘n Shake opened its first Winston-Salem location this summer, bringing its unique “steakburgers” and milkshakes to patrons 24 hours a ... Read More!

Sweet Potatoes

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Sweet potatoes, the staple of American holiday fair and southern cuisine, are the one food I cannot stand. It wasn’t always that way. When I was little, I’d tolerate them. But as my taste buds matured, and my craving for all things sweet waned like my love for the Easter Bunny, I grew to despise ... Read More!

T.J.'s Deli

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As college students, we are always struggling to find a good meal for a good price. Sure, it is easy to go over to the renovated Fresh Food Company for an overpriced, over-hyped old Pit meal under a pretty new façade. Or, you could always go the Wendy’s route with a Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger and Big ... Read More!

Ted's Kickin' Chicken

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The décor at Ted’s Kickin’ Chicken is almost exclusively made up of NASCAR paraphernalia, biker bandanas tacked to the ceiling, dollar bills bearing graffiti, and license plates. Bright orange booths dot the walls. Worn floors bear testament to the shuffle of hundreds of boots and thousands o ... Read More!

Tequila Mexican Restaurant

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Tequila: it’s not just a stiff drink that seniors fear before the final football game of the year, or a drink that conquers its victims through an enticing worm at the bottom. Instead, Tequila has become a delicious shrine to Deacnation and Mexican food. Located in the shopping plaza that houses t ... Read More!

The Caribbean Restaurant

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Summer – in all of its glory – is officially over. Even though the summer’s SPF has been replaced by chemistry pH indicators, there is no reason to stop celebrating the laid-back attitude of a tropical vacation, even if only for an hour or two. The Caribbean Restaurant, located on Lockland ... Read More!

The Carving Board

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One of Winston-Salem’s best mom-and-pop sandwich shops is not actually a mom-and-pop place at all. A mother and her son-in-law run the Carving Board in Thruway Shopping Center. This little deli has been serving up delicious homemade sandwiches and salads for many years now. The establishment is al ... Read More!

The Loop Pizza Grill

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The Loop Pizza Grill on Stratford offers a wonderfully varied and reasonably priced alternative to the convenience (and monotony) of Benson’s Pizza Hut. After a surprisingly short wait in line, I placed my order at a counter and then left to fill up my drink and grab one of the booths. In almo ... Read More!

The Vineyards

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“How come I only got one crouton on this salad? That’s my suggestion, Charlie; they need to put more croutons on the salad – because they’re really good!” Luckily for Rebecca, in a display of great chivalry, her boyfriend was kind enough to give her his only crouton. This brief ane ... Read More!

Top Five Places on University Pkwy

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One writer's take on the best five places to eat on University Parkway for WFU students: 5) Jimmy the Greek I can’t decide which is better: the late hours or the low prices. Thursday through Saturday, Jimmy the Greek is open 24 hours, and Monday through Wednesday it is open 6am to 9pm ... Read More!

Twin City Chop House

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Gentlemen, drop your bouquets, your chocolate hearts, and your cliché hallmark cards. The quest for that “all-ellusive something” that does the romancing for you has ended. Located in the heart of Winston-Salem at 115 South Main Street , the Twin City Chop House is the ideal place to bring a da ... Read More!

Village Tavern

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The day: Wednesday The time: 6:30 PM The mission: Dinner at Village Tavern with three girlfriends, with an attempt to make it back to campus by 8 We knew we were going to be on a tight schedule, but Sarah was desperately craving steak, so we piled into the car and headed up the road to the Villa ... Read More!

Village Tavern

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Ah yes – ole reliable on the Wake Forest dining scene. If you’re tired of the Pit and don’t mind spending a little more on a good meal, Village Tavern is usually the first place to pop into your head. Many students consider it a parents-weekend, first date, birthday dinner staple. While I woul ... Read More!

Vincenzo's

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In an area full of diverse restaurants, it would be easy to overlook Vincenzo’s as simply another generic Italian restaurant. Vincenzo’s, however, is affordable for college students on a tight budget while still offering the ambiance of an upscale restaurant. I visited Vincenzo’s on a col ... Read More!

Waffle House

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It’s 2:00 am, you’ve been up studying for what seems like an eternity, you’re tired, you’re grumpy, and you only want one thing…waffles. Well my friend, we have the place for you. It’s a place where waffle batter flows like wine and the sound of a frying skillet fills the ears with such ... Read More!

West End Cafe

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Winston-Salem is a town clearly not lacking in little restaurants that serve sandwiches in the daytime with a dinner menu after 5 PM. The West End Café is no exception to this town’s dining tradition. On fourth street downtown near Burke Street (think Burke Street Pizza) and the Filling Stati ... Read More!

Wings To Go

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Don’t let the name fool you, Wings To Go is most definitely the kind of restaurant where you’ll want to dine-in. Located on University Parkway, not far from LJVM Coliseum, Wings To Go is a small, family eatery with an open atmosphere and friendly staff. Even though it’s a relatively new establ ... Read More!

WS Prime

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There are some warning signs to look out for when it comes to restaurants. For example, one does not often think to dine in a restaurant that is attached to a hotel – often thought to be located within the lobby and known as “The Continental Breakfast” spot. WS Prime, however, defies this st ... Read More!

Xia

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Looking for a new spot for Asian cuisine, a place where you don't have the menu memorized? A recently opened restaurant downtown, Xia, is it. Boasting “Asian Fusion Cuisine” – a mix of Chinese, Vietnamese, and Thai – Xia blends tried and true dishes with a flavor all its own. The name ... Read More!

Zachs Famous Frozen Yogurt

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It’s suddenly May – the month of sunny days, blooming flowers, post-exams, and most importantly, frozen yogurt. Don’t get me wrong, ice cream is delicious, but frozen yogurt possesses that refreshingly special something that lingers on your taste buds long after each fat-free bite. Frozen ... Read More!