Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Winston Salem

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Lasso Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse - Winston Salem

4.9

4.9 (1532)

$50 and over

Brazilian Steakhouse

Winston-Salem

About the restaurant

Welcome to Lasso Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse, your ultimate Brazilian steakhouse experience! Indulge in our extensive salad bar featuring over 30 fresh items, from vibrant salads and seasonal vegetables to a delightful selection of cold cuts and cheeses.
For the main event, choose from 17 expertly grilled options, including succulent beef, tender lamb, juicy pork, and flavorful chicken, all prepared to perfection. Pair your meal with our full bar, showcasing an impressive selection of wines to complement every bite.
At Lasso Gaucho, we invite you to savor the rich flavors of Brazil in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Come and enjoy a feast for the senses!

Top review

Audrey

Dined 3 days ago

Food was great and service was excellent. Great environment.

Mozelle's

4.8

4.8 (2898)

$30 and under

Regional American (Southern)

Winston-Salem

About the restaurant

Welcome to Mozelle’s Fresh Southern Bistro, a downtown Winston-Salem restaurant. The cuisine at Mozelle's is southern-inspired and comprised of the finest and freshest ingredients. In addition to great food, patrons enjoy our cozy and lively atmosphere. Come for lunch or dinner with friends and family, or reserve our open-air covered patio and allow Mozelle's to host your events. For parties larger than 4 and special occasions please call the restaurant.

Top review

mark

Dined 1 day ago

Mozelles never disappoints. Get the peach dessert!!!!!

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4.8

4.8 (306)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Winston-Salem

About the restaurant

The Downtown Grille offers a sophisticated dining experience with delicious food and excellent service. We serve only the finest regional meats and seafood alongside a carefully curated wine list, ensuring a perfect dinner for any palate. With beautiful architecture, warm and knowledgeable staff, and extensive menu offerings, The Downtown Grille is the destination for your next client dinner, anniversary celebration, or special occasion.

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Marla

Dined 5 days ago

Julie was an attentive and personable server. Overall, really good food, service and setting. It will be in my regular rotation.

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Popular dish

Filet Mignon

Hakka Chow

4.7

4.7 (1047)

$30 and under

Asian

Winston-Salem

About the restaurant

Enjoy more than 110 various kinds of house-made Asian Eats prepared from scratch in our open kitchen. All our dishes are influenced by various Asian cuisines such as Chinese, Indian, and Thai – using only the freshest and highest quality ingredients to create an authentic and yet unique taste that you can only find in HakkaChow.

Coming to us, you will get a full experience with your family, friends and co-workers not only with our food that you can enjoy in a modern contemporary setting but also with great local and international wines and cocktails provided by our full bar.

Our menu also features vegetarian and gluten-free dishes. In this regard, we will happily welcome any requests and try our best to customize your order to suit your taste, health or dietary requirements.

Come and visit us. We will be glad to deliver you an unforgettable dine-experience.

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KennetteVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Always a great experience! Love the beef bulgogi!

Six Hundred°

4.7

4.7 (642)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Winston-Salem

About the restaurant

Front and Center, between the iconic RJR smokestacks, in the historic Bailey Powerplant, you will find a welcoming atmosphere and staff while providing an upscale dining experience.
What to expect.
~ chef driven menu that changes every season.
~ amazing service from amazing people.
~ award winning wine list (2 consecutive Wine Spectator awards).
~ craft cocktail menu that changes every season.
~ sit at culinary bar and watch the chefs cook.
~ sit at cocktail bar and watch the bartenders shake.
~ sit in dining room and enjoy... dining
~ sit on patio and enjoy the FREAKING AWESOME PATIO.
Frankly Frank... Come see for yourselves. We love what we do and we are happy to share it with you.

Top review

Julie

Dined on Dec 14, 2024

This was a top notch spot for a romantic date night! The food was absolutely fantastic, the atmosphere was warm and cozy and let’s not forget the personal touch on the handcrafted drink’s! Thank you chef and staff for a great dining experience. We will definitely be back.

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Popular dish

Salmon & Risotto

Cibo Trattoria

4.6

4.6 (1023)

$31 to $50

Italian

Winston-Salem

About the restaurant

We have moved from Trade street to our new location at 601 N Liberty street! We now over two private dinning room options. Cibo Trattoria offers delicious Italian food and wine in an upscale casual atmosphere. We look forward to hosting you soon!

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Brenda

Dined 5 days ago

We had a lovely dinner. Our server Joanne was wonderful. The decor and atmosphere was perfect. We will definitely come back.

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Popular dish

Wagyu Meatball

Sage & Salt Bistro

4.6

4.6 (394)

$31 to $50

American

Winston-Salem

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

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Teresa

Dined 1 day ago

We took our in-laws who were visiting from out of town. Dinner was delicious and our server Camile was amazing!! It was a great dining experience!!

Three Bulls American Steakhouse

4.6

4.6 (16)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Clemmons

About the restaurant

Discover all our signature & award winning dishes!

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Sherrie

Dined 2 days ago

One of our favorite stops for dinner. Everything is consistently great and we love Three Bulls. We only wish they were open for lunch as well.

Spotted Cow Steakhouse

4.6

4.6 (226)

$30 and under

American

Winston-Salem

About the restaurant

Welcome to Spotted Cow Steakhouse, nestled in the heart of downtown Winston-Salem. Our boutique steakhouse offers a delightful blend of quality and affordability, served in a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Whether you're craving a tender filet mignon or a juicy ribeye, our menu has something to satisfy every steak lover's palate. With a commitment to excellence and a warm, family-friendly ambiance, Spotted Cow Steakhouse invites you to indulge in a memorable dining experience that celebrates the art of great food and genuine hospitality.

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Charlie

Dined 1 day ago

Fantastic experience and Mary was a phenomenal server! Will definitely be going back again. Too many good food options to not go back

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Experience

Cozy Outdoor Dining at Spotted Cow Steakhouse

Fratelli's Italian Steakhouse

4.5

4.5 (16)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Winston-Salem

About the restaurant

Nestled in the leafy Buena Vista neighborhood, Fratellis is a locally owned Italian steakhouse known for its inviting atmosphere and mouthwatering cuisine.

Featuring a wide assortment of Italian favorites, exceptional steaks, and signature dishes, Fratellis is sure to have something to satisfy even the most discerning palette. Guests can add to their experience with a choice from our cocktail menu or from the outstanding wine list. With nightly seafood specials and specialty cut steaks, our professional staff works to ensure your satisfaction when you dine with us.

Fratellis is open for dinner every Tuesday through Sunday.

Top review

KristleVIP

Dined 4 days ago

This was my second time at Fratellis and it was excellent! Steaks cooked to perfection, amazing appetizers and great service. We’ll definitely be back.

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