8 Great Restaurants to Try in Cumberland County

🌶️ 2 Rim Khong

Take your taste buds on a trip to Thailand and Laos at 2 Rim Khong. This casual local restaurant is known for flavorful dishes that go beyond the usual Thai takeout favorites. Try the larb, papaya salad, noodle soups or one of the restaurant's curries. If you're visiting at lunchtime, check out the popular weekday buffet. And don't skip the mango sticky rice for dessert!

🍜 Grilled Ginger

If you're craving Vietnamese food, make a stop at Grilled Ginger. The menu includes classic pho, fresh spring rolls, vermicelli bowls, rice dishes and other Vietnamese specialties. It's a great choice when you're looking for something fresh and flavorful, with plenty of options for both adventurous diners and those trying Vietnamese cuisine for the first time.

🌍 Taste of West Africa

Add something completely different to your Fayetteville food adventure at Taste of West Africa. Located downtown on Person Street, this Ghana-focused restaurant serves traditional West African dishes including flavorful stews, soups, rice dishes and fufu. Tropical drinks and a welcoming atmosphere make this a fun stop for visitors who want to experience some of the international flavors that make Cumberland County's dining scene so diverse.

🍺 Napkins at Dirtbag Ales

Make an afternoon of it at Dirtbag Ales in Hope Mills. Napkins, the on-site restaurant, serves up burgers, sandwiches and other casual favorites in a laid-back setting. After lunch, grab a local beer, relax outside or check out whatever is happening at the brewery. With plenty of outdoor space and a lively community atmosphere, it's more than just a meal.

🍛 Taste Trelawny Jamaican Cuisine

Bring your appetite for bold Caribbean flavors at Taste Trelawny. This Hope Mills restaurant serves Jamaican favorites such as jerk chicken, curry dishes, stews, rice and peas, plantains and patties. It's a fun way to experience the international flavors that are part of Cumberland County's diverse culinary scene.

🥘 Fuller’s Old Fashion BBQ

Sometimes you just want a plate of good old-fashioned Southern food. Fuller’s has been serving pit-cooked barbecue since 1986, along with a daily lunch buffet featuring barbecue, vegetables, seafood, sandwiches and homemade desserts. Its Eastern Boulevard location is also convenient for visitors traveling along I-95.

🍝 Antonella’s Italian Ristorante

For an evening in downtown Fayetteville, settle in for dinner at Antonella's. Located on Hay Street, this intimate Italian restaurant serves traditional Italian favorites along with seafood, pasta, wine and cocktails. Its downtown location also makes it easy to pair dinner with an evening of exploring shops, galleries and other downtown attractions.

🥩 Luigi’s Italian Chophouse & Bar

For a special dinner, head to Luigi's. This long-running Fayetteville favorite combines Italian cooking with a full chophouse menu featuring steaks, chops and seafood. Add a glass of wine or a cocktail and you've got a meal that feels like an occasion, whether you're celebrating or simply treating yourself after a day of exploring.

Come Hungry. Stay a Little Longer.

One meal is hardly enough to experience Cumberland County's food scene. Turn your dining adventure into a weekend getaway with time to explore local attractions, outdoor adventures, museums, shopping, and more.

Book a night at one of our local hotels, make your dining plans, and give yourself another day to discover what's cooking in Cumberland County.

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