Winston-Salem’s Best Neighborhood Restaurants

From hidden gems to beloved diners, this guide highlights 30+ neighborhood restaurants in Winston-Salem where locals eat—and where you should, too.

Winston-Salem’s neighborhoods are seasoned with signature local flavor. While downtown and the Thruway/Stratford corridors offer plenty of buzz-worthy bites, they’re just part of the story.

Venture farther, and you’ll discover dozens of fantastic neighborhood restaurants—some beloved for generations, others hiding in plain sight. From soul food staples and family-run taquerias to award-winning bakeries, this guide features nearly 30 places locals swear by. Organized by direction and divided by neighborhoods, it’s your go-to list for eating like a local—whether you’re new in town or just hungry for something real.

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NORTH: Buena Vista, Coliseum Area
SOUTH: Washington Park, West Salem
EAST: East Winston, Ogburn Station
WEST: West End, West Highlands
FURTHER OUT: Ardmore, Sherwood Forest, Waughtown Southside, Clemmons/Lewisville