'Bold' North Carolina Eatery Named 'Best Restaurant' In The State

By Sarah Tate

June 18, 2025

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Is your favorite restaurant also one of the best in North Carolina?

Some of the best food can be found at local hotspots, mom-and-pop shops and holes in the wall, not just in popular chains and big-name restaurants. Eateries that serve incredible meals and provide fantastic service in a unique environment that highlight what makes the establishment stand out from the rest.

Foodie Haven compiled a list of the "best restaurant" in every state, the popular spots that "locals can't stop talking about and visitors can't wait to try" that offer memorable meals away from "cookie-cutter chains."

The top choice for North Carolina is Neng Jr.'s, a first of its kind eatery in Asheville that has become a standout for its delicious food and warm hospitality. Neng Jr.'s, which has a Google rating of 4.7 stars and more than 200 reviews, is located at 701 Haywood Road, Ste. 102.

Here's what the site had to say about this popular restaurant:

"Blending Southern soul with Filipino creativity, Neng Jr.'s in Asheville is redefining fusion cuisine in the most delicious way. From crispy lumpia and tangy duck adobo to refreshing kinilaw, every dish is a flavor-packed surprise. With its intimate setting and bold menu, this spot is a must-visit."

See the full list at Foodie Haven to read up on more of the best restaurants in the country.

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