'Classic' North Carolina Eatery Named 'Oldest Restaurant' In The State

Have you ever dined at the oldest restaurant in North Carolina?

Restaurants open and close all the time but there are some that have lingered for decades, the establishments that have created a lasting legacy in some fashion, whether through charming decor, laid-back atmosphere or simply good food and service.

Using reviews, awards and accolades as well as first-hand experience, LoveFood compiled a list of the "oldest restaurant" in each state that is "worth seeking out and still serves great food." These are the establishments that have stood the test of time and have continued to draw in diners who return again and again to explore what the eatery has to offer.

So which North Carolina restaurant was named the oldest in the state?

Carolina Coffee Shop

This Chapel Hill eatery has been around for a century, bridging the gap between its long history and the modern cuisine it dishes out to customers. Carolina Coffee Shop, which has a 4.2 star rating on Google and more than 800 reviews, is located at 138 E. Franklin Street.

Here's what LoveFood had to say about this "classic" eatery:

"Chapel Hill is home to North Carolina's oldest restaurant, a friendly stop that's been running since 1922. The name is deceiving, because this is a full-service restaurant that focuses on modern Southern food. If you're here for dinner, sample the brisket mac 'n' cheese or the chicken and waffles. Otherwise, come by for the popular weekend brunch to try corned beef hash and the joint's signature cornflake French toast."

See the full list at lovefood.com to read more about the most historic restaurants around the country. You can also see our previous coverage of the eatery named the "best cult-favorite restaurant" in North Carolina.