Best Italian Restaurants in Chapel Hill

We enjoyed a wonderful evening last night with exceptional food and OUTSTANDING service. And even our friend who has very specific dietary needs was accommodated in every way and loved her meal. Thank you for such a great night. We can't wait to come back.

-Delightful birthday dinner for my wife, her best friend and me. An annual tradition since we discovered you maybe six years ago. All staff, waiters, servers, other attendants and hostess served the front of the house superbly. We’d met waiter Massimo years ago and make our reservations when we know it’s gonna be his night, and his booth or table. Always cordial and correct, his confidence leads us to perfect choices from the evening’s menu. I’m fond of their duck, but some years they give it a rest and Massimo may propose entrees that now compete for my new fave. My wife enjoys their pork, and her friend usually follows suit. -The kitchen doesn’t rush or delay. They time things and present our meals just right. Seems last night they were especially generous in portion sizes. We split a pasta by three of us, and it was plenty. My half duck had two legs and the polenta was a wedge of baked wonder. -We personally know the pastry chef and never know which treat to select. This visit we all tried the cannoli and the silky sweet fillings were so satisfying. -For last night we took a later reservation and closed the place down. Not a problem with them. -Happy birthday to my wife, Merry Christmas to all, and ditto new year. Thank you. Or, -Buon compleanno a mia moglie, buon Natale a tutti e idem il nuovo anno. Grazie!

The food was very good, and the service was solid, but very expensive.

Great food and service. The pizza is authentic tasting and fresh. We will be back!

My wife and I had been wanting to try dinner at Coco Bistro & Bar for over six months, and we finally had the chance to do so. The food was absolutely delicious, and neither of us are vegan. We are looking forward to going back again!