Absolutely delicious! Everything was amazing, as always. Their fries are fantastic. Wonderful mussles and fried oysters and everything was seasoned so beautifully.

Great little French bistro hiding in a strip mall.We shared seared octopus, and I got the strip steak with fries 🤤. The food was so good that it made up for the lack luster service. Waiter seemed out of it, but everyone has off days. Again the food was so good it didnt really matter. Well be back again.

Excellent French fusion restaurant. We go there frequently and enjoy the new items on the menu each time we go. We are glad they dont have a big menu, but that it has great variety.

Called and Spoke to the manager, I had a reservation for September 20th, the manager informed me that they were closed. I specifically remember talking to 2 different people confirming my reservation in the screen shots below. When I called back, he hung up in my face. POOR customer services.

Great food, ambience , friendly quality staff. Recommend it highly!

We were in Chapel Hill for a night, returning from our vacation in Hilton Head back to DC. Kitchen was the best dining experience weve had on our trip. Absolutely all dishes we shared were amazing: charcuterie platter, fried oysters, steak frites, mussels, and desserts. Service was fast and gracious. While they dont have kids menu, they were able to accommodate our daughter with simple pasta and parmesan, a dish no kid refuses. We definitely planning to be back when in the area.

Always delicious continental-inspired cuisine with locally sourced ingredients. Eclectic wine list with a frequently changing menu.

Excellent service. Their seafood was really awesome!!

French food at this place - super good. it was so savory. definitely worth a return trip. the place has an awesome feel to it. not close to my job, i wish it was.

Excellent food and service.

Our first time @ kitchen for New Year’s Eve and we had a wonderful evening with great food. Service was attentive and the owner went out of her way to ensure we had a great night!! We had the French soup, salad (special) gnocchi, and the scallops. All were delicious. We’ll be back!!!

Love this place. My wife and I have a house down the road from here. We come every time we are in town. Great place, friendly service

Not much emphasis on interior decor with drop ceiling and orange walls but this gets muted with nice low lighting/music. Quasi strip mall setting. Food overall very good (see mussels) but a couple dishes could be improved (see steak). Service straightforward and attentive. Wine good. Beer hit or miss. Place has an awesome low key locals vibe. Nice price for their offering. I like that they don’t take res. Wouldn’t be surprised if some locals opting for this instead of lantern.

Enjoyed the recent curbside service for the last 2 weeks. Very efficient, although it would be nice if they provided it more than one day/week. Support our local family-owned businesses.

It starts when you enter and the ambiance is quaint and quiet with very soothing music. It builds as the fragrances of the spices and sauces come wafting from the kitchen. The wait staff dont disappoint with their attentiveness and knowledge of the menu. Then the food....DELICIOUS. The wine and beer selection is very good and there is something for everyone. The owners take the time to visit every table and check in. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and will return as often as possible.

The wait was really long (much longer than what they told us itd be). The food was good, especially the desserts (chocolate pot de creme and creme brulee).

If reviewing just the cuisine, hands down, Kitchen is a delightfully delicious winner, warranting ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.Taking into consideration its tucked away in a very unassuming strip mall location, without a lot of ambiance, it manages to keep its patrons salivating for a taste of Kitchen’s culinary prowess. I will note a minor inconvenience, they do not take reservations, and are usually quite full early on. Not a biggie. Food wise, worth a little waitSadly, I will no longer frequent Kitchen. This decision is based upon the continual rude attitude of the same bearded male server. One time he was coughing in our faces without covering his mouth. Each time acting as if he’s doing us a favor by affording us a seat to sit in while hurriedly throwing down plates of food before us. Consistently without so much as common courtesy.The final straw came while trying to book a reservation for Valentines Day, (they made an exception and decided to take reservations this year). However, when I called to reserve, he advised they only had 9:30 available. I said that would be too late for our evening plans. His initial response, well either come in at 9:30 or stay home!He obviously doesnt seem to care if we continue to be steady patrons based on Kitchen’s huge foodie popularity. It would be even sadder if he was the owner, spoiled by this popularity. . Eventually, word will spread. There are a plethora of very good french restaurants in the area who value and respect their clientele. All with well trained professional and personable waitstaff for which we tip well.

Super impressed with this place! I have been to France and dined in many little cafes and these guys nailed it!!! The focus is on the flavors. Everything had a fresh and healthy flavor. The accompanying side dishes complimented the entree which is something most restaurants dont put much effort into (or truly understand). If I lived in Chapel Hill I would be a regular customer. Despite the many local options, I will be a happy returning customer next time Im in the area!!!

Had a good experience in this place with my daughter. The food was served quickly and the service is just good. Prices are affordable.

My dad has lived in the area for years and my only disappointment is not finding this gem sooner. From service, to presentation to the food itself, Kitchen hits all the right notes - beautifully and with a casual attitude that is the hallmark of a passionate attention to detail combined with a desire to make every dish special.Leif was an attentive but not obtrusive server and his recommendations left nothing to be desired.A delight for the palate and the senses.

This place... Wow. What can I say? Not only was the staff friendly, the food was fantastic. The Thai mussels had this broth that was spicy, subtly sweet, flavorful, rich and delicate all at the same time. The herbs and fresh mussels together were such an epic combo. The fries were also awesome. They werent oily at all. I would go back here any day of the week. I also had the pleasure to make a second visit here and had the fantastic flat iron steak. If you want great food at a decent price, this is the place.

Great service! The food was very good and reasonably priced. The restaurant is small and the noise level is surprisingly low. It is easy to maintain a conversation. We had a leisurely dinner with another couple on a Saturday night and never rushed by the staff. I will definitely go back.

Love this little hidden gem of a restaurant! Go early and sit at the bar and dont forget to try their French onion soup...fabulous

Easy pick up and great food.

Love it. Been here for both lunch and dinner and always find too many things I want to order. This place is a great example of excellence in a random little strip mall area. My favorite things so far have been the Thai mussels and the duck leg confit. Their draft beer selection is surprisingly good. Kitchen makes excellent quality food at reasonable prices. I’d highly recommend this place.

Wow! What can I say? A true gem at reasonable prices. Excellent service. Hearty food made almost entirely in house. The chocolate pot de creme reminded me a lot of the food I had while studying in Europe. Great place for a date or celebration. The cheese and pate plate was very filling and tasty. 10/10,

Everything was DELICIOUS. I had the special, spaghetti with escargot in herb butter, and it was a very appropriate amount! It was also delicious!! My date had the duck confit, and it was melt-in-your-mouth delicious. We ended the night with the special Jewish apple cake, and it was so worth getting the dessert. 10/10 would come back again!!

Amazing food and great service. The reviews suggest it is less expensive than it is. A real meal will easily run over $20... And is worth it!

Enjoyed our dinner here, just a few small issues. Goat cheese tart starter was very nice. Butternut squash gnocchi was ok - the sauce was on the thin side, and the gnocchi fairly firm. Mussels were tasty - on the small side, but there were a good number.

The Kitchen is always a safe place to go when you want good quality and well prepared food. The owner Sue is always quite hospitable. You cant go wrong trying from the daily specials on the board.

Every meal including the wonderful Wine Dinners have been fantastic. Our Go-To when we want to feel pampered with the best cuisine in Chapel Hill. So cozy an unobtrusive...we feel like it is our secret. Wonderful asset to our town.

Exquisite cuisine uniquely prepared with French herbs, delicate butter, heavenly cream, and then presented with artistic, mouth-watering appeal. Service is extremely attentive and personal, often direcrly overseen by owners who obviously have a passion for perfection. We have eaten here each time we visited the area. Its a favorite.

Always count on Kitchen for great food and service. The wild mushrooms over polenta were stunning. Every bite a delight.

Although the place is small, the good and service are excellent.

I went for the first time last night... The food was fantastic (we had mussels, smoked duck breast, and seared salmon), I liked their bread too. Atmosphere nice and cozy!

Excellent evening, amazing food and wine, and stellar service! Sue and Dick Barrows have created a jewel in Chapel Hill!

Im french, and this places makes me REALLY happy. If you want tasty authentic French food, dont hesitate : its the best one Ive had in the triangle.

Extremely pricey, very high quality food on small dishes. Would go when youre meeting someone from a long time ago whom you respect or admire very much and want to impress. Expect to drop a couple twenties between two.

Third time Ive been here. The food continues to be good. Down rated 1star this time: no butter or olive oil with the bread, very little jus with my beef, service was sloppy compared to previously.

Weve eaten at Kitchen many times, and its always a treat. The food is consistently excellent, the service just right, and the ambience is so intimate. There is a price to pay, of course, but its worth it!

Overall a nice French bistro but done inconsistent food preparation prevents its from getting 5 stars. Our first visit was terrific with a nice arugula salad with goat cheese and roasted beets which were tasteless on a subsequent visit. The duck confirm was rich and unctuous and delicious. However the shrimp pasta dish on the second visit had overcooked pasta and had congealed as it seems it was not served right away. The shrimp were otherwise very nice. They serve beer and wine but not liquor. A good place for a meal but surprised that it was inconsistent. The rating is an average of a 5 for the first visit and a 3 for the follow up visit.

Wish i could give it a try, but they only take reservations for 6 or more people. dont want to keep my 85 year old mom standing in line for hours (or really, me either) so had to find another spot. why so unfriendly to smaller groups?

This is a nice little restaurant with genuine Belgian fare. We have eaten here many times and have had a wide variety of its offerings. Steak-frites is a must-have as well as the NC trout special that appears frequently on the menu. Arrive early: there are no reservations and it quickly fills up. The owners keep close tabs on things. This is a great place for a reasonably-priced and very tasty meal. Wine prices are very reasonable.

This is the most wonderful restaurant I have ever been to!!! Kitchen never disappoints!! Love the mushroom polenta!! Best item on the menu. Love it!

Food was very, very delicious as was the Otter Creek coffee stout. By 6 there were no tables so advise making a res at least on the weekend. Moule frites is a biggie and 3 at our table had them. Plentiful portion and choice of 3 sauces. Wiine by the bottle is more in line with fine dining. Wait staff efficient and friendly.

Had a fantastic meal here. Very intimate setting and friendly service. Highly recommended!

Amazing lunch here today! Quality of food and service was exemplary! Cant wait to get back!

A true gem. Great bistro. Like living in Europe. Great food, ambience, service and friendly neighborhood feeling. Whats not to like ?

A great restaurant. Good food. May need to wait to be seated as reservations are not taken for small groups.

I think I went into this place with too high expectations. The food was inconsistently good. Some was VERY average or just ok. Some was great.THE SERVICE: Really goTHE FOOD: The stewed calamari was salty and weird the entrees were mixed, mine was the duck and I loved it. My wife got trout potatoes and it was bland. The flourless chocolate cake was a 5 out of 10. The cream brulee was TOP NOTCH (I would only go back just to get the creme brulee). The food was priced a little high for the ambiance and quality. The desert was normal priced.THE AMBIANCE: They could do a lot more with it.I had wanted to try this local joint for a while and am glad I did, but I will probably never go back.

Dined at Kitchen this evening. Ive been there before and typically enjoyed my food and the dining experience. Tonight was not too good. Greeting by hostess (perhaps owner) was ok. Bartender/server was attentive, friendly and knowledgeable about food and beverage.I ordered a dish that was one of the specials for the evening -- Basque-style NC clams with saffron-infused risotto. Well thought out dish but execution left something to be desired. The chef got totally carried away with the salt. It was just on the edge of too salty to eat. Normally I like salty food and highly seasoned food so I am not overly sensitive to heavy seasoning. In addition the risotto was not sufficiently cooked. There should not be a noticeable hard kernel left in the grain. It should be sufficiently cooked that it has a creaminess. In addition, the cannellini beans that formed a shallow bed for the risotto and clams also were under cooked.Lastly, it was so warm inside the restaurant that it was unpleasant to eat a hot dish. It was only about 83 degrees outside and it was nearly the same temperature inside.Ive had better food and dining experience at Kitchen before so I will probably go back, but it will probably at least wait until cold weather.

Love the small bistro atmosphere, friendly hosts, good wait staff, varied menu.

Delicious fresh French cuisine. They dont take reservations and dont have many tables, so I always try to get there as soon as they open. But if you have to wait for a table it is worth it

Good menu. Not too pretentious. Food is very well prepared.

Great service. A little pricey for a neighborhood place. Upscale for a neighborhood place. Good specials with innovative dishes.

They do not take reservations. Had to wait 25 minutes for a table. Ordered hanger steak. Asked for medium and they gave it to me medium rare. It was average quality, somewhat tough. The food took a long time to be served. The water served was warm. The waiter service was slow.

Cozy bistro! Fantastic food, and great service.

The Trout Almondine entree and the Tuna entree were superb! Great service and reasonable prices.

Ordered a 3 course meal, food was just ok. Everything was pretty bland. Best thing was the fries.

Cozy place, check the specials for some spectacular daily treats. You may find a bit of a wait during peak times.

My favorite bistro in chapel hill. small but mighty. wonderful food, great staff and always a great time.

Always consistent, always wonderful. The bread, mussels and mountain trout are to die for.

Great French based cuisine. Made reservations for a group of four to celebrate three birthdays. Glad we did.

Fabulous food. I am picky about seafood; I want it very fresh and well prepared, and Kitchen never fails me in this regard.

GREAT food service and atmosphere

Problem w fan on grill. Very ...not smokie, but smelly air about the small cozy area.

Great food. Cozy atmosphere. Attentive staff.

Thai mussels and fries superb!

Ive never had a bad meal there.

Love this place. Delicious food. Great atomsphere. I wouldnt recommend kids here but when my wife and I get a baby sitter this is one if our go to spots. If there is a wait you can usually grab a drink at Lucha Tigre until they call you. You cant go wrong with any if their dishes, from burgers to steaks.

Wonderful spot, but book early because its very popular.

Super dinner. Great service. We will be back for sure.

Definitely the best French cuisine in Chapel Hill.

Food was good. A bit over priced imho. Service was meh.

Waiter put minimal effort in his service, food was ok, overpriced for what you get. Go somewhere else where staff is friendlier and food is better

Quaint, cozy & the best mussels (Thai version for me, they have 4 or 5 takes on mussels) going!

Warm atmosphere and amazing food.

Good. Not exceptional. Overpriced and very inconsistent.

Great local bistro, perfect place to feel connected on a cold night.

Excellent food, wine and service Neat French restaurant Go early as small ea th ingredients area but very popular

Outstanding food and great service. Place a little small, so you might have to wait.

Consitently delicious food..good wine...exceptional service...intimate setting...staff always makes you feel like family

Someone should hide their salt shaker. Loved it first couple of times, but have been disappointed twice now. Hostess is amazing.

Food is always good and wait staff are great.

Excellent!! Food, wine and waiter all excellent

Always quality and wholesome

Do NOT eat here. It all seems great on the surface but beware.They openly say we cater to our regulars and only take reservations for parties of 6 or more unless you are a regular.No big deal we sit at the bar tonight and order nice 70 dollar bottle of Bordeaux and awesome appetizers.Now this place has maybe 10 tables/ 9 bar spots. We are at the part of the bar that sees into the kitchen.As Im talking with my wife I see the chef take a spoon and taste the polenta, then use the same spoon to plate the polenta and that plate comes straight to me!I said in a quite polite voice I saw your chef taste the polenta then plate this, no way Im eating it please take it away.The staff was speechless. They walked it back and told him. He rolled his eyes and started talking smack.The other kitchen guy said I saw you do it. He said yea but .... We were close but close enough to hear it all.Then he looked at me and spent 10 minutes to move the station where it can no longer be seen by the bar!Neither an owner or manager came up and said anything.Nobody said Thank You for your discretion. I could have been loud about it but I wasnt knowing that any chef, owner or manger worth their salt as a human would come and say something. Nothing. Any man who does something that insulting to another person by risking their health is not a man but a coward and jerk.The bartender said Ive been asked what you would like instead?Nothing, I said just my check.He and only he apologized again. It was awkward to say the least.Just wait till I write my yelp and Google review!

We went to Kitchen for dinner tonight for the first time, and it was AMAZING!! Being Saturday, there was about a half hour or so wait, which we happily spent in Flyleaf Books. They took our cell number and called to let us know our table was ready. The atmosphere was warm and cozy, and the service prompt and friendly. For starters, in addition to the lovely crusty bread and butter, I had the arugula and roasted beet salad and my husband had the cream of mushroom soup, and both were fantastic. Then I had the hangar steak and fries, while he had the pork chop special. We were very impressed with the quality of the food and the portions were quite generous. Id overheard a woman at the table next saying her steak was tough, but Id had my heart set on it and ordered it as planned. I was not disappointed. It was delicious! And not tough at all. I think some people just enjoy complaining. The fries were possibly the most perfect fries Ive ever had, and the first time fries have ever appeared elegant. My husband got not one but two pork chops, which was a pleasant surprise, with lovely mashed potatoes and a mustard sauce, and roasted asparagus. I usually dont order dessert but I couldnt resist the creme brulee, which was as delicious as the rest of the meal, while he got the pot de creme-- thick, rich, creamy dark chocolate paradise. I cannot rave enough! We are very picky when it comes to restaurants, as we have a few dietary limitations and prefer to give our business to family owned restaurants who try to use local ingredients. We will definitely be back. Ignore the less than 5 star reviews here and try this place. You will not be disappointed!

Mussels are amazing. Love this place.

Great food and great service. We enjoyed it!

Kitchen is always a classy, fun experience.

Great food in a small, cool setting

Always something good in the menu.

Cozy, classic and affordable.

Great fine dining tucked away in an unassuming location

This is the best restaurant Ive ever been to. The trout is to die for.

Great food, great service!

Wonderful dining experience. Just happened on the restaurant. The food was excellent as were the wines and service. It is intimate but does not feel cramped.

Nice ambience and food was pretty good.

A surprisingly roomie and cozy environment for dining. Try their salads and mussels.