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Overall Total Score
4.2 out of 5
Impressive | 1135 reviews

What Darian DuBuque doesn't like about Crook's Corner:
Food average with a long hair found in brunch dish that was shown to wait staff. Still charged full bill . Had heard the restaurant was really special but not the case today . View all feedback.

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4.8 ★ from 31 reviews
Summer
27.11.2020 - 00:58

I love the relaxed feel of this place –felt like a very comfortable dining room

Théophile
27.11.2020 - 00:58

Great southern food. Chapel Hill’s most famous restaurant

Alex
27.11.2020 - 00:58

Have eaten here times over the years and have never had a bad meal or experience. Even with Bill Smith moving on, Crook's is still the star of upscale southern...

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27.11.2020 - 00:58

Disappointing. Got the shrimp and grits. Completely overpowered by almost a quarter cup of raw green onions and almost as much bacon. There are two recipes for...

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Mireia
27.11.2020 - 00:58

Food as great as it was years ago when I lived in Chapel Hill. I had the shrimp and grits. Great service; can’t wait to get back there

Crooks Corner, a legendary restaurant in Chapel Hill, seems to have lost its former glory according to some recent reviews. Diners complained of average food quality, with one even finding a long hair in their dish and being charged full price. Others lamented that the restaurant did not live up to expectations set by its historic reputation. However, despite these negative experiences, there were still positive reviews praising the unique atmosphere, excellent service, and standout dishes like the shrimp and grits. Overall, Crooks Corner seems to have mixed reviews lately, with some diners enjoying memorable meals while others feeling let down by their experiences.

Int Restaurants
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Ortensia
06.09.2023 - 16:22

Last night was my first visit to Crooks Corner, but certainly won't be my last. Food was delicious and our waitress, Gayle Murrell, was awesome. Love the unique...

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Janiya
06.09.2023 - 16:22

Probably the best fine dining Southern restaurant ever. I could live off their banana pudding. And the collard greens with pot likker and black pepper cornbread...

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Laura
06.09.2023 - 16:22

Our favorite place to eat in Chapel Hill. Local, seasonal treats make this place special. Honeysuckle sorbet anyone? Dining on the enclosed patio is delightful....

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Philip
06.09.2023 - 16:22

No other place like this! Some of the finest food with the best service in The South!

Brion
06.09.2023 - 16:22

Great southern cooking! Can't go wrong with the shrimp and grits. One of the best restaurants in Chapel Hill!

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