Tokyo House is one of The 13 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Raleigh.

1. Tokyo House

7439 Six Forks Rd, Raleigh, NC
Sushi Restaurant · 25 tips and reviews

TamaraTamara: What a hidden jewel! Lots of unique rolls. My fav was the Sweet & Spicy! It is the PERFECT blend of sweet and spicy. Golden Crunchy & Ninja is delish as well! Can't wait to go back! No BOGO, but good!

H C.H C: MinWoo & Scary Jerry rolls!! This place is a hidden gem, tucked in a strip mall. Fresh, delicious, very reasonable prices, and a kind staff-definitely on my list of best sushi restaurants in Raleigh.

Jeff B.Jeff B.: The green mussels are awesome. And don't miss the cucumber and crab salad!

Manchester's Grill is one of The 13 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Raleigh.

2. Manchester's Grill

7.6
9101 Leesville Rd Ste 153 (at Fairbanks Dr), Raleigh, NC
Pizzeria · 14 tips and reviews

Toni A.Toni Adkins: This Boston inspired restaurant had one yummy truffle burger 🍔 with friendly staff!! Great menu offerings, hidden gem

Maria B.Maria Bowers: We are new to the area so it was our first visit. Our waitress was awesome! Loaded fries and black n bleu burger were great! Will definitely be back!

ZZ: Waste of time and money... Way over-rated place!

Bella Monica is one of The 13 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Raleigh.

3. Bella Monica

8.4
3121 Edwards Mill Rd (at Duraleigh Rd), Raleigh, NC
Italian Restaurant · 58 tips and reviews

Nathan R.Nathan Reich: Best Italian restaurant in Raleigh. Hidden gem!

Grayson H.Grayson Hodge: I've been eating here for years...best flat breads in the city, the Trevino is the very best!! Their special, only on the weekends, lobster ravioli is another OUTSTANDING entree.

Jen R.Jen Really: This place is awesome! Everything is good but be sure to have some of their mozzarella appetizer!

Cup A Joe is one of The 13 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Raleigh.

4. Cup A Joe

8.3
3100 Hillsborough St (at Daisy St), Raleigh, NC
Coffee Shop · 70 tips and reviews

Quinten F.Quinten Farmer: Chai shake is a hidden gem of a treat for a warm day

William V.William Vaughan: Drip coffee is what any coffee shop is judged by, and this place has the best coffee in Raleigh period. Consistency is key, and although other places have awesome coffee, this place is consistent.

Anna P.Anna Potter: No smoking inside anymore means AMAZIIIIIING

Neomonde is one of The 13 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Raleigh.

5. Neomonde

9.2
3817 Beryl Rd (at Hillsborough St), Raleigh, NC
Mediterranean Restaurant · 84 tips and reviews

J M.J McGee: Great, hidden place. Stupid busy.

Shari D.Shari Davis: Love their chicken &a tuna salad, tatziki, lamb kabobs, cabbage delight...... everything is made with LOVE.

Serious EatsSerious Eats: Classic Mediterranean fare at super-affordable rates.

Oak City Meatball Shoppe is one of The 13 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Raleigh.

6. Oak City Meatball Shoppe

8.3
180 E Davie St, Raleigh, NC
Italian Restaurant · 52 tips and reviews

James W.James Wong: This is one of my favorite "hidden gems" in downtown. The food is absolutely delicious, and the service is genuinely awesome. With their cool ambiance, it's a recipe for a perfect night out! :)

Katie J.Katie Jaspers: Get the sliders so you can get try multiple meatball combinations! Also the polenta was just delightful.

Sonia H.Sonia Hamczyk: Spicy Pork and Parm Cream sauce 😁 Happy Friday, y'all!

Iris is one of The 13 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Raleigh.

7. Iris

8.0
2110 Blue Ridge Rd (in the North Carolina Museum of Art), Raleigh, NC
American Restaurant · 9 tips and reviews

KaitlinKaitlin: A bit of a hidden gem, but I love coming here. The space is always beautiful and calm, and I'm never disappointed with my coffee!

Chris B.Chris Blasting: Pulled pork sandwich with brussels sprout and walnut slaw was delicious! And the homemade ice cream, yum! Friendly staff too!

Kate O.Kate Owens: The best mocha I've EVER had. Totally unexpected! Who knew the NCMA had good art AND good coffee too!

Side Street Cafe is one of The 13 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Raleigh.

8. Side Street Cafe

8.1
225 N Bloodworth St (at Lane St), Raleigh, NC
Café · 9 tips and reviews

J M.J McGee: Neat, one-of-a-kind and hidden place. Sit down and take out. Nice staff.

NickNick: split personality sandwich is a great choice! bread pudding yum too!

Chuck M.Chuck McCloskey: The camel rider pita sandwich. Menu has fun names for entrees. Good lighting at lunchtime.

Groovy Duck Bakery is one of The 13 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Raleigh.

9. Groovy Duck Bakery

7.0
3434 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC
Bakery · 12 tips and reviews

Kimberly C.Kimberly C.: Very small, hidden location. Pumpkin muffins are great. :)

KaitlinKaitlin: Tucked out of the way, but once you find it, you'll want to come back. Delicious baked goods. I got a mini chocolate chip cheesecake that was perfectly creamy.

Susan M.Susan Marsh: Delicious coffee, muffins, cakes & pastries! And supporting local business Can't beat that!

Thaiphoon Bistro is one of The 13 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Raleigh.

10. Thaiphoon Bistro

7.4
301 Glenwood Ave (at W North St), Raleigh, NC
Thai Restaurant · 22 tips and reviews

Kendall T.Kendall T: The eggplant with basil and ginger is awesome! This is by far the freshest and most authentic Thai place I've ever been to. Staff is very friendly and it's quiet and not too crowded. Hidden gem!!

Tim L.Tim Lavallee: Great lunch menu with different protein choices. Fast, attentive service. Try the jasmine tea.

Crash GreggCrash Gregg: Crispy cups are one of the best appetizers in town

David's Dumpling and Noodle Bar is one of The 13 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Raleigh.

11. David's Dumpling and Noodle Bar

8.6
1900 Hillsborough St (at Oberlin Rd), Raleigh, NC
Dumpling Restaurant · 85 tips and reviews

Tim L.Tim Lavallee: I left this place thinking I had found a hidden gem. Apparently everybody knew about it but me. I could eat here every day.

AlyssaAlyssa: The mushroom edamame dumplings are life changing. The carrot ginger soup is fabulous and I love that they give you soup as an amuse-bouche.

Crash GreggCrash Gregg: Holy moly. The dumplings, the grilled lemongrass filet mignon, Malaysian curried chicken, homestyle tofu. Delicious and reasonably priced. Man o man, David is the bomb

Sosta Café is one of The 13 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Raleigh.

12. Sosta Café

7.5
130 E Davie St (at S Wilmington St), Raleigh, NC
Coffee Shop · 24 tips and reviews

Tess D.Tess Davis: Awesome! Such a lovely cafe. Hidden gem.

Ashton S.Ashton Smith: I'm all for local coffee, but when you want Illy and want it done right, this is the only place to go.

Mark W.Mark Weldon: Best Lemon Bars on the East Coast.

Carrabba's Italian Grill is one of The 13 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Raleigh.

13. Carrabba's Italian Grill

7.7
4821 Capital Blvd, Raleigh, NC
Italian Restaurant · 26 tips and reviews

Tiffany M.Tiffany Massengill: Best sangria I have ever had and I always get pasta carrabba which is always delish. Bread is awesome too!

Big Tony D.Big Tony D.: Nothing beats the Chicken Bryan and Calamari appetizer!

Elyse S.Elyse Sparandera: Bruce and Tyrone are awesome servers. Love this place!