Top 10 New Restaurants of 2006

Updated: November 23, 2004

What were the top new dining spots this year? Make reservations at the hottest restaurants that opened in 2006, read users' opinions and create your own list to share.

On this page:The Top 10, More of the Triangle's Top Restaurants.

The Top 10

  1. 1 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended 18 Seaboard
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    18 Seaboard Ave Ste 100, Raleigh, NC 27604 (map)

  2. 2 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Bonne Soiree
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    421 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516 (map)

    This European restaurant only has capacity for 32 people a night, so enjoy the seclusion if you can get a table.

  3. 3 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Panciuto
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    110 S Churton St, Hillsborough, NC 27278 (map)

  4. 4 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended The Old Granary Restaurant and Bar
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    2000 Fearrington Village Center, Pittsboro, NC 27312 (map)

    The essence of genteel Southern traditions, mixed with Carolina casual simplicity, are found at this hidden favorite.

  5. 5 4 Star Rating: Recommended Vivace
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    4209 Lassiter Mill Road Suite 115, Raleigh, NC 27609 (map)

  6. 6 4 Star Rating: Recommended Azitra Indian Fare
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    8411 Brier Creek Pkwy Ste 101, Raleigh, NC 27617 (map)

    Contemporary bistro specializes in traditional Indian cuisine, including tandoori and tikka masala, served in a romantic, blue-color-schemed setting.

  7. 7 4 Star Rating: Recommended Jibarra
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    327 W Davie St Ste 102, Raleigh, NC 27601 (map)

  8. 8 4 Star Rating: Recommended Bentley's At Crossroad's
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    2007 Walnut Street, Cary, NC 27518 (map)

    The name gives a casual impression, but this upscale restaurant actually is much more than just an ordinary place to dine.

  9. 9 3.5 Star Rating: Average Brasa Steakhouse
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    8551 Brier Creek Pwky, Raleigh, NC 27617 (map)

    Brazilian-style steakhouse in North Raleigh's Brier Creek serves up a bottomless protein feast.

More of the Triangle's Top Restaurants

  1. 10 4 Star Rating: Recommended Zely and Ritz
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    301 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27603 (map)

  2. 11 3 Star Rating: Average Grasshopper
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    2002 Hillsborough Rd, Durham, NC 27705 (map)

    Bold in flavor and striking in atmosphere, this Asian restaurant boasts one of the most unique dining experiences in town.