American Restaurants in North Carolina
When Guy Fieri’s red Camaro rolls into North Carolina, the Tar Heel State delivers some serious flavor. Over the years, Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives has featured 14 American restaurants across the state, with an impressive 13 still serving up the goods today. From the bustling streets of Charlotte, which boasts six featured spots, to the coastal charm of Wilmington with four standout eateries, North Carolina has proven itself a worthy destination on the Triple D map.
The numbers speak for themselves: an average rating of 4.5 stars across all featured locations. Leading the pack is Huli Sue’s in Asheville, earning a stellar 4.8-star rating with their mouthwatering creations. Down at Atlantic Beach, Amos Mosquito’s keeps diners coming back with a 4.7-star reputation, while Ceviche’s in Wilmington matches that score with their own crowd-pleasing fare. Since 2007, Guy has been uncovering these hidden gems, proving that whether you’re in the mountains or by the shore, North Carolina knows how to bring the flavor to Flavortown.
Huli Sue’s
Still Open
Asheville, North Carolina
Amos Mosquito’s
Still Open
Atlantic Beach, North Carolina
Ceviche’s
Still Open
Wilmington, North Carolina
Copper Penny
Still Open
Wilmington, North Carolina
South 21 Drive In
Still Open
Charlotte, North Carolina
South 21 Drive-In
Still Open
Charlotte, North Carolina
Fork-n-Cork
Still Open
Wilmington, North Carolina
Pinky’s Westside Grill
Still Open
Charlotte, North Carolina
The Penguin
Still Open
Charlotte, North Carolina
Sweet n Savory Cafe
Permanently Closed
Wilmington, North Carolina
Dish
Still Open
Charlotte, North Carolina
Foothills Grange
Still Open
Black Mountain, North Carolina