Chapel Hill/Orange County, North Carolina
ACCESSIBILITY GUIDE
The Official Accessibility Guide to Disability-Friendly Restaurants & Hotels in Chapel Hill/Orange County, North Carolina
1
2023
Welcome to Orange County, North Carolina
Planning a trip is always exciting, and traveling can bring wonderful experiences, but when traveling with physical limitations or even small children, the unknown can easily become frustrating. This guide aims to provide as much information as possible about what any body dining or staying in a hotel in Hillsborough, Chapel Hill or Carrboro might encounter.
Between May and December of 2022, visits were made to each hotel, restaurant, cafe, coffee shop, and brewery in operation at the time, and data pertinent to visitors with physical limits were collected, such as where the nearest handicap parking is, how heavy entry doors are, what the seating is like, the type of service, specifics of the restroom accommodations, and if there’s a diaper changing table.
Visits to every listing were conducted between May 2022 and January 2023, so phone numbers and website addresses have been included to make it easy for you to check hours of operation and make reservations or ask questions.
Detailed Explanation of Restaurant Guide (includes cafes, coffee shops, and breweries)
Wondering why the names are in different colors? They correspond to a color-coded map. Find the area on the map where you are staying or planning to spend time sightseeing, then look for listings of that color to locate choices that fit your needs and tastes.
Parking: This will tell you if the restaurant has a private parking lot, is in a shopping center, or, if in a downtown area, where to find the nearest handicap parking (HP). The downtowns of Hillsborough and Chapel Hill have both street parking and municipal parking lots. Downtown Carrboro only has a few street spaces, and 12 municipal parking lots (See https://visitcarrboro.com/maps-and-parking/). Only downtown Chapel Hill requires payment for parking, but if you have a handicap parking plaque or license plate, you can park in any marked town space for free without fear of being ticketed or towed — including in the Welcome Center parking lot. If it’s open, please come in and see us, but when we are closed, feel free to park there if it’s convenient to where you are going. A valuable parking guide for downtown Chapel Hill is the website, Park on the Hill (https://parkonthehill.com), updated by the Town of Chapel Hill, with a map of HP spaces.
Seating: Booths, tables and chairs (T/C), bar seating, high top tables with tall chairs, step-up booths; inside dining, outside dining — all these specifics are listed here, as well as a description of the space around the seating. In many places, tables were removed to allow social distancing during the pandemic, so if you are using this guide after risks have lifted, space may be more limited than listed. Entrance doors will be noted here if it is either exceptionally easy to open or heavy; or if it is difficult in some other way to enter. Also, exceptional ambience (quiet, loud music, elegant, etc.) is mentioned here.
Service: This category lets you know before you arrive if you will be ordering at a counter (and possibly lining up), and if so, if they will bring the food to you or require you to go back for it. If needed, ask to have your order delivered!
Restrooms (RR): Gender neutral (G/N) restrooms in Orange County are all large rooms and wonderfully convenient for wheelchair users who need assistance from an opposite sex partner. Single room and stall restrooms are both noted with anomalies listed — if a stall is too narrow or not deep enough for larger chairs, a measurement is included; if there’s a cabinet under the sink, or if paper towels or a light switch are high, it is noted. The door “weight” is provided with ratings of: easy, medium, medium heavy, and heavy.
Lastly, a Diaper Changing Table is noted with DCT.
KEY:
Chapel Hill/Orange County, North Carolina
RESTAURANTS (A-Z)
INFORMATION: NAME, ADDRESS & PHONE
PARKING: HANDICAP (HP)
SEATING: TABLES/CHAIRS (T/C)
SERVICE: FULL, COUNTER, OR SELF
RESTROOMS (RR)
GENDER NEUTRAL (G/N)
DIAPER CHANGING TABLE (DCT)
WEBSITE LINK
Parking Note: A vehicle displaying a valid handicap parking tag or license plate can park in any marked public space for free without being ticketed or towed.
Restaurant Name Colors: Denote their geographical area; refer to color-coded map below.
3
401 Main
401 E. Main St., Carrboro 919-390-3598
Street parking or public lot at 602 W. Rosemary St.,corner of Sunset Dr.
Various outdoor seating areas with ramps, boardwalk and brick walkways; few T/C inside
Full service
Stall requires side transfer; easy door
https://401main.com
411 West
411 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-967-2782
HP in lot next door at 415 W. Franklin Street
T/C in three vibrant dining rooms that can be quite loud when busy
Full service
Large stall; easy door
https://www.411west.com
1922 Cafe
138 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-942-6875
HP across the street at 149 E. Franklin, 111 Henderson St.; or Rosemary/Columbia lot
T/C, couch; spacious, quiet
Counter orders
G/N; easy door
https://www.carolinacoffeeshop.com
Acme
110 E. Main St., Carrboro 919-929-2263
Reservable HP in back with easy patio entry. NOTE: Front door/sidewalk entrance has inside step
T/C; cozy, mellow, dim lights, low pile carpet
Full service
Tight women’s stall (44” to close door); medium heavy door
https://acmecarrboro.com
Akai Hana
206 W. Main St., Carrboro 919-942-6848
HP in front with short ramp in
Standard chairs at sushi bar; T/C in two bright, open dining rooms; patio T/C, some umbrellas
Full service
G/N; first room is most spacious; second room has DCT; heavy doors
https://www.akaihana.com
Alfredo’s Pizza Villa
201 S. Estes Dr., Chapel Hill 919-726-3296
HP in shopping center
Booths, T/C; large patio dining with T/C
4
Order at high counter; pick up or ask for food delivery
Large stall; medium door
https://www.alfredospizzavilla.com
Alpaca Peruvian Charcoal Chicken
237 S. Elliott St., Chapel Hill 919-338-2962
HP, shopping center
Booths, T/C; outdoor, T/C
Counter order; meal delivered
Single room; medium heavy door; DCT
https://www.alpacachicken.com
Al’s Burger Shack
516 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-904-7659
HP on street at 415 W. Franklin St.; lot on S. Graham St. or HP at 115 S. Roberson St. lot
All seating outside; high tables with benches under year-round covering; or at standard picnic tables under umbrellas on patio
Counter order; pick up at window; wheelchair entry through side door
NOTE: when busy, order line goes out front door, down steps
G/N; easy door
https://www.alsburgershack.com
Al’s Burger Shack
708 Market St., Chapel Hill 919-914-6694
HP in front
Outdoor T/C; picnic tables; inside mostly high tops
Order at counter, food brought to table
G/N, heavy door; DCT
https://www.alsburgershack.com
Amante Gourmet Pizza
300 E. Main St., Carrboro 919-929-3330
HP, parking lot
Narrow dining room with T/C, tight for wheelchair; seating outside under umbrellas
Counter order; delivered to table
Behind counter with 28” clearance; large single; easy door
https://amantepizza.com
American Hero
640 N. Churton St., Hillsborough 919-732-1900
H/P in front; ramp to door
Spacious, T/C
Order at counter, delivered to table
Large single; easy door
https://americanherorestaurant.com
5
Anna Maria’s Pizzeria
104 W. Hwy. 54, Carrboro 919-929-1877
HP in front with curb cut; shopping center
Dining room with booths on one side, T/C on other; wide areas
Order; food delivered
Single room, easy door; men’s room around a corner with 27” clearance
http://www.annamariasnc.com
Anna Maria’s Pizzeria
670 N. Churton St., Hillsborough 919-245-1900
2 H/P spaces in front with curb cut; shopping center
Spacious; T/C
Order; food delivered
Large single; easy door
http://www.annamariasnc.com
Full service
Ramps to access two G/N rooms; the one on the left has space for wheelchair; easy door
http://www.antoniashillsborough.com
Armadillo Grill
120 E. Main St., Carrboro 919-929-4669
Private gravel lot on Roberson St. near side entry; or municipal lot across street
Heavy wooden T/C inside, tight; spacious patio with T/C
Line up in wide area for counter order; pick up from high counter when called
Large stall; heavy door
https://armadillogrill.com
Bartaco
201 S. Estes Dr., Chapel Hill 910-807-8226
HP, shopping center
Antonia’s 101 N. Churton St., Hillsborough 919-643-7722
HP in lot behind, off King Street; one step up to enter dining room in historic building; call about side entrance (or eat outside)
T/C; inside might be tight for large wheelchair; T/C on front sidewalk
Booths, T/C inside; T/C on partially covered patio; high energy, loud music
Full service; order by scanning QR code on table for menu; or ask server
Large stall; very heavy door
https://bartaco.com
6
Ben & Jerry’s
102 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-967-9068
Rosemary/Columbia lot; HP at 306 W. Franklin St. or 149 E. Franklin St.
Several T/C inside and on sidewalk
Counter order
G/N; medium door
https://www.benjerry.com/chapelhill
Bin 54 Steak and Cellar
1201-M Raleigh Road, Chapel Hill 919-969-1155
HP in front; heavy, thick, wooden front door
Romantic dining room with booths, banquettes; dim lighting
Full service
G/N; full length mirror; medium door
https://www.bin54chapelhill.com
Blue Dogwood Public Market
306 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-717-0404
HP at 306 W. Franklin St.; or at Welcome Center, 308 W. Franklin St.
Inside T/C; couches; outside T/C, picnic tables
At back of strip of shops off Franklin Street, a collection of vendors; ethnic cuisines at kiosks inside; order/pick up
G/N; heavy door; DCT
https://www.bluedogwood.com
Blue’s on Franklin
110 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-240-5060
HP in front
Entrance ramp; T/C; most accessible dining outside (split levels inside)
Counter order; ask for delivery to table
Large stall; easy door; DCT
https://bluesonfranklin.com
Bluebird
601 Meadowmont Village Cir., Chapel Hill 919-213-9882
HP, retail center
Fine French dining at bistro T/C wellspaced from other diners; tile flooring
Full service
Large stall; slightly heavy door
https://www.bluebirdnc.com
Bombolo
764 MLK Jr. Blvd., Chapel Hill 919-914-6374
Four HP spaces in private lot; access sidewalk by Root Cellar, around corner
T/C and banquettes in intimate, dimly lit dining room
Full service
Down long hallway; G/N, high mirror; easy door
https://bambolochapelhill.com
7
Bonchon
205 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 984-234-0788
HP at 111 Henderson St., 149 E. Franklin; or Rosemary/Columbia Streets lot
T/C with wide areas
Full service
16” between toilet and toilet paper for transferring; hard to close stall door with chair inside; medium door; DCT
https://locations.bonchon.com
Botanist and Barrel
105 Persimmon Hill Lane, Cedar Grove 919-644-7777
Large HP pad north of main driveway (watch GPS closely); speed limit 45 on two-lane road
If in wheelchair, use main entrance (at HP) for escort through winery to graveled back gathering area with T/C
Call for schedule of live music and pizza; very accommodating
Large single; easy door
https://www.botanistandbarrel.com
Brandwein’s Bagels
505 W. Rosemary St., Chapel Hill 919-240-7071
HP in lot on east side
Easy entrance; spacious areas inside and out with T/C; also easy curbside pickup on Graham Street
Counter order; will deliver to table on request
G/N; easy door; DCT
https://www.brandweinsbagels.com
Breakaway
410 N. Greensboro St., Carrboro 984-234-3296
Four HP spaces in front at curb cut; private lot
T/C in dining room and on patio, spacious
Order, sit, delivered
G/N down several wide hallways; medium heavy door
http://breakawaync.co/carrboro-menu
Brenz Pizza Co. 3120 Environ Way, Chapel Hill 919-636-4636
HP in front; or free garage with easy HP parking
Most seating is high-tops with fastened stools; three banquettes with T/C
Wide entrance and ordering area with low counter
Single; easy door
https://brenzpizzaco.com
8
Brixx Wood-Fired Pizza
501 Meadowmont Village Cir., Chapel Hill 919-929-1942
HP near door in small retail center
Booths, T/C in tight dining room; large patio with 12 T/C with umbrellas
Full service
Large stall; heavy door; with DCT
https://brixxpizza.com
Bruegger’s Bagels
1800 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-929-5524
Two HP spaces in front, shopping center
Outside at T/C until indoor seating returns
Order online or at counter for takeout or outside
Single; easy door
https://www.brueggers.com
Buns Burgers & Fries
107 N. Columbia St., Chapel Hill 919-240-4746
HP at pay lot across Columbia St. at corner of Rosemary St.
Entrance ramp from sidewalk, tight turn; T/C, spacious
Counter order; request table delivery
Large stall; high mirror; easy door; DCT
https://bunsofchapelhill.com
Carolina Brewery 460 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-942-1800
Metered street; HP across street at 415 W. Franklin or 115 S. Roberson St. lots
Dining room has step up booths, high top tables and 2 T/C in front window; sidewalk dining with T/C
Full service
Single; heavy door; DCT
https://www.carolinabrewery.com
Carolina Coffee Shop
138 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-942-6875
HP across the street at 149 E. Franklin, 111 Henderson St.; or Rosemary/Columbia lot
Inside booths, T/C, spacious; outdoor T/C
Full service
Large stall; easy door; DCT
https://www.carolinacoffeeshop.com
Carrburritos
711 W. Rosemary St., Carrboro 919-933-8226
HP in small private parking lot in front (quite tight)
Wooden T/C in small dining room; more room at T/C on canopied patio
Order from wide line area, delivered to table
G/N; heavy door
https://carrburritos.com/carrboro
9
(The) Casual Pint
201 S. Elliott St, Chapel Hill 919-967-2626
HP, shopping center
Spacious areas with T/C inside or on large patio
Full service
G/N with automatic lights; heavy door
https://chapelhill.thecasualpint.com
Cat Tales Cat Cafe
431 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 843-345-5289
HP behind courtyard at 115 S. Roberson St.
Play with the cats in an accessible downstairs space with two chairs and floor cushions; reservations strongly recommended
Self-serve snacks, beverages
G/N; easy door
https://cattalescatcafe.com
CAVA
79 S. Elliott Rd., Chapel Hill 919-636-5800
HP, shopping center
T/C inside and outside
Made as you order
G/N; heavy door
https://cava.com
Chimney Indian Kitchen & Bar
306 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 984-234-3671
HP in parking lot next to entrance; at 308 W. Franklin St. (Welcome Center); or lot on Mallette St. behind Chipotle
Wide doors and spaces, booths, T/C; quiet, elegant
Full Service
G/N; heavy door
https://www.chimneyindiankitchen.com
China Wok
104 NC Hwy. 54 W., Carrboro 919-929-9988
HP in shopping center
T/C with space in small dining area
Order, pick-up
Stall; sink a little high; easy door
http://chinawokcarrboro.com
Chipotle Mexican Grill
301 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-942-2091
HP in front or public lot behind off Mallette St.
Heavy entry door; wide areas for waiting in line; booths; T/C inside and on sheltered patio
Made as you order; assistance if needed
Large stall; heavy door
https://www.chipotle.com
10
Chipotle Mexican Grill
1490 Fordham Blvd., Chapel Hill
919-929-9324
HP, shopping center
Small, crowded area for lining up; some standard T/C, most fixed high top T/C inside; T/C outside with umbrellas
Made as you order; assistance if needed
RR: Single; easy door.
https://www.chipotle.com
Cholanad
310 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 800-246-5262
Park at 308 W. Franklin St. (Welcome Center); or at 422 W. Franklin St.
Large dining room with three T/C along front window; rest of seating is step-up booths and high tops; outdoor T/C accessible through bar
Full service
Large stall; heavy door; DCT
https://cholanad.com
Chopt
1800 E. Franklin St, Chapel Hill 919-240-7660
HP, shopping center
T/C; banquettes inside; T/C with umbrellas on wide patio
Made as you order; assistance if needed
G/N; medium heavy door
https://www.choptsalad.com
Clean Juice
1800 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-590-5133
HP, shopping center
Low bar with chairs on windowed wall; high bar with stools other side; T/C outside
Counter order
G/N; heavy door
https://www.cleanjuice.com
Coco Expresso, Bistro & Bar
101 Glen Lennox Dr., Chapel Hill 919-883-9003
HP in front, or free garage parking with flat surfaces
T/C inside and out; wide spaces; quiet music
Counter order; delivered G/N; easy door
https://cocochapelhill.com
Colonial Inn
153 W. King St., Hillsborough 984-789-4455
H/P in front, unloading onto sidewalk; ramp onto porch nearby; curb cut is at other end of porch if needed
T/C, snug dining room
11
Full-service
Spacious stall; easy door
http://colonialinn-nc.com
(The) Colorado Burrito
122 S. Churton St., Hillsborough 919-245-3335
One HP space in front on Churton St.
Wooden tables and chairs; ample room
Full service
Men’s room is only ADA restroom; single room; easy door
https://bit.ly/3YDAYIT
Coronato Pizza
101 Two Hills Dr. #140, Carrboro 919-240-4804
Two HP spaces in front
T/C in several small groupings with wide space; outdoor T/C with covering
Full service
G/N with automatic lights; easy door
https://www.coronatopizza.com
Cosmic Cantina
128 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-960-3955
HP across the street at 149 E. Franklin or 111 Henderson St.; Rosemary/ Columbia lot
T/C; very tight space
Order; pick up
Down the hall, key required; stall door won’t close with most wheelchairs inside; heavy door
http://www.cosmiccantina.com
Craftboro Brewing Depot
101 Two Hills Dr. #180, Carrboro 919-240-4400
Two HP spaces in private lot with sidewalk to door
T/C inside, generous space; picnic tables outside
Order at bar; will bring to table on request
G/N with automatic lights; medium heavy door; DCT
https://craftborobrewing.com
Crossroads Chapel Hill
211 Pittsboro St., Chapel Hill 919-918-2777
Valet parking at Carolina Inn
Main room mostly high tops; T/C in second dining room
Full service
Large private stall at back of other stalls; medium heavy door; DCT
https://www.destinationhotels.com/ carolina-inn/crossroads-chapel-hill
12
Dame’s Chicken & Waffles
147 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-240-4228
HP at 149 E. Franklin, 111 Henderson St.; or Rosemary/Columbia lot
T/C, banquette; well spaced
Counter order; delivered
G/N, cabinet under sink; DCT
https://dameschickenwaffles.com
Deli Edison
630 Weaver Dairy Rd., Chapel Hill 919-929-7700
HP in front
T/C in bright, spacious dining room or picnic tables outside
Counter order; delivered
G/N; easy door
https://deliedison.com
Dingo Dog Brewing Co.
410 N. Greensboro St., Carrboro [no phone]
Four HP spaces; small retail strip
T/C on patio and inside
Counter order; will deliver to table if needed
G/N; easy door
https://www.dingodogbrewing.com
Dunkin’ Donuts
1509 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-530-0053
HP with curb cut, private lot; easy front door
T/C; booths; quiet, bright,
Counter service
Large single; heavy door
https://lwww.dunkindonuts.com
El Restaurante Ixtapa
162 Exchange Park Ln., Hillsborough 919-644-6944
Private gravel parking lot, no HP
Indoor T/C, enclosed patio T/C, outdoor T/C and picnic tables/benches
Full service
Passageway to RRs only 22” wide with turn into short 22” wide hallway and turn into 22” wide doorway; easy door.
https://ixtapa.homestead.com
Elements
2110 Environ Way, Chapel Hill 919-537-8780
HP in front; or free garage with easy HP parking
Tranquil dining rooms; T/C; covered patio dining
Full service; reservations suggested
Large stall; full length mirror; medium door
https://www.elementsofchapelhill.com
13
Epilogue Books Chocolate Brews
109 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-913-5045
HP at 149 E. Franklin, 111 Henderson St.; or Rosemary/Columbia lot
Quiet bookshop with coffee bar; various seating areas with room for wheelchair
Counter order
G/N, easy door; DCT
https://epiloguebookcafe.com
Fiesta Grill
3307 Hwy 54 W, Carrboro 919-928-9002
HP pad on side with paved entry, private lot
A few T/C with ample space in two small dining rooms; could be wait for table
Full service
Single room; odd angle to enter women’s room; paper towels high; easy door
http://www.fiestagrill.us
Firehouse Subs
1726 Fordham Blvd., Chapel Hill
984-999-4793
HP at front door
T/C inside and on patio
Order at low counter; ask for delivery to table, pickup counter very high
Single room; easy door
https://www.firehousesubs.com
First Watch
1101 Environ Way, Chapel Hill 919-537-8488
HP, in front; or free garage with easy HP parking
Booths, banquettes/chairs; spacious area up front with T/C; outside, seven T/C with umbrellas
Full service
Large stall; slightly heavy door
https://www.firstwatch.com
Flying Biscuit Cafe
201 S. Estes Dr., Chapel Hill 919-537-8974
HP, shopping center
T/C, booths inside; T/C patio
Full service, spacious
Large single; heavy door
https://flyingbiscuit.com
Four Corners 175 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-537-8230
HP at 149 E. Franklin, 111 Henderson St.; or Rosemary/Columbia lot
Not accessible by wheelchair; seating on main floor; all high top
Full service
Large single; medium door
https://fourcornersgrille.com
14
Franklin Motors Beer Garden
601 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-869-7090
Street parking or in lot next door
Well packed gravel grounds with mostly picnic tables; some T/C; and upstairs seating, all outdoors
Order at the bar and/or food truck; no cash transactions
G/N; medium door
https://www.franklinmotors.net
Glasshalfull
106 S. Greensboro St., Carrboro 919-967-9784
HP in private parking lot, sidewalk to front door
Roomy dining room with booths, banquette and chairs; or outdoors garden area with T/C on compacted gravel
Full service Large stall; medium door
https://glasshalfull.net
Gourmet Kingdom
301 E. Main St., Carrboro 919-932-7222
Call for parking suggestion if using wheelchair; small private lot
Wide open space since removing buffet bar; booths, some T/C
Full service
Handicap stall in women’s room used for storage, other stalls don’t have space to close door with wheelchair; easy door
http://www.thegourmetkingdom.com
Grata Diner
200 N. Greensboro St., Carrboro 919-240-7000
HP on north side of Carr Mill Mall near CVS, off N. Greensboro St.
Mostly booths, space for wheelchair; some T/C; T/C on covered patio
Pick up menus; seat yourself; order at counter; drinks and food served
Wheelchair users use mall RR immediately outside Grata’s entrance; medium heavy door
https://gratadiner.com
Gray Squirrel Coffee Co.
360 E. Main St., Carrboro [no phone]
HP in lot, retail center
T/C inside and on patio in large, open areas
Order at counter
G/N; medium heavy door
https://www.graysquirrelcoffee.com
15
Grk Yeero
169 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-240-7622
HP at 149 E. Franklin, 111 Henderson St.; or Rosemary/Columbia lot
T/C, spacious
Counter order; delivered
Large single; medium door
https://www.grkyeero.com
Guglhupf Bakery
1800 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-914-6511
HP, shopping center
Small patio T/C, umbrella
Order from the case; wide area; Counter order, delivery on request
No RR
https://guglhupf.com
Hawkers Asian Street Food
201 S. Estes Dr. #400A, Chapel Hill 919-415-1799
HP, shopping center
T/C inside and covered patio; loud music
Full service
Large stall; medium door; DCT
https://eathawkers.com
Hawthorne and Wood
3140 Environ Way, Chapel Hill 919-240-4337
HP, in front; or free garage with easy HP parking
Multiple elegant rooms with banquette or booth seating; patio dining
Full service; reservations suggested
Large stall; full length mirror; heavy door
https://hawthorneandwood.com
Heavenly Buffaloes
407 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-914-6717
HP at 409 W. Franklin St. (McDonald’s) or lot next to 411 West
T/C, spacious inside; 4 small T/C outdoors and long wooden tables/benches
Order; delivered to table
G/N; medium heavy door
https://www.heavenlybuffaloes.com
Hibachi & Company
153 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-903-8428
HP at 149 E. Franklin, 111 Henderson St.; or Rosemary/Columbia lot
T/C in crowded space
Counter order; pick up
Large single; medium heavy door
https://www.hibachicompany.com
16
Hibachi Poke
1808 MLK Jr. Blvd., Chapel Hill 919-914-6210
HP, shopping center
Spacious with T/C
Counter order; delivered Single; medium heavy door
https://www.hibachipokech.com
Hickory Tavern
370-110 E. Main St., Carrboro 919-942-7417
Two HP in garage near entrance
Mostly booths; few T/C inside; five T/C on year-round spacious covered patio
Full service
RR: Spacious handicap stall; paper towel holder is 4’10” high; heavy door
https://thehickorytavern.com
Hillsborough Bakeshop & Pasta Co.
110 S. Churton St., Hillsborough 919-732-6261
HP at 124 S. Churton St. or lot off King St.
T/C with banquette/pew seating along walls; outdoor T/C
Order at counter; food and drinks delivered
Large single; medium door
https://www.hillsboroughbakeshop.com
Hillsborough BBQ Company 236 S. Nash St., Hillsborough 919-732-4647
HP parking pad in gravel lot across street at crosswalk
Easy access, roomy, T/C; patio T/C and picnic tables
Full service inside and out
G/N; full length mirror; easy door
https://hillsboroughbbq.com
Honeysuckle Tea House
8871 Pickards Meadow Rd., Chapel Hill (west of Carrboro) 919-903-9131
Ride out of town; gravel parking lot, take wooden ramp inside
T/C inside and out; hard-packed ground around playground areas and gardens
Counter order G/N; heavy door
https://www.thehoneysuckleteahouse.com
Hong Kong Chinese 602-R Jones Ferry Road, Carrboro 919-942-0850
HP, shopping center
No available seating
Take out only No available RR
https://bit.ly/3lmZGPh
17
Hunam Chinese
790 MLK, Jr. Blvd., Chapel Hill 919-967-6133
HP, small shopping center
Booths in spacious, quiet dining room
Full service
Single room; cabinet under sink, space to turn; medium heavy door
https://www.hunamrestaurant.net
HWY 55 Burgers, Shakes & Fries
601 Hampton Point, Hillsborough 919-732-3734
H/P in front with curb cut; shopping center
Booths, T/C in spacious dining room
Full service
Large stall; heavy door
https://hwy55.com
I Love New York Pizza
106 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-769-3733
HP in lot on corner of Rosemary and Columbia streets
Benches along wall with T/C; wide aisle; other side of room, high bar with chairs; loud music
Counter service
Single; heavy door
https://i-love-new-york-pizza.business.site
Il Palio
1505 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-918-2545
HP in front or back with automatic doors
T/C ; ample space in elegant dining room
Full service
Take elevator to second floor, turn right; single room; medium heavy door
https://ilpalio.com
Imbibe
108 Henderson St., Chapel Hill 919-636-6469
HP at 111 Henderson St.; Wallace Deck at 150 E. Rosemary St.; or street parking
Easy entry; T/C, tight but manageable space dimly lit; vibrant
Full service
30” between toilet and stall door; RR entry door sticks, medium heavy
https://108henderson.com
Italian Pizzeria III
508 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-968-4671
HP on street at 415 W. Franklin; lot on S. Graham St. or HP at 115 S. Roberson St. lot
Booths with wide areas for chair on end Counter order; pick up
Single; easy door
https://italianpizzeria3.com
18
Iza Whiskey and Eats
370 E. Main St., Carrboro 919-537-8645
HP in several locations in lot on premises
T/C inside in close dining room and outside on large patio with umbrellas and heaters; tight when busy
Full service
G/N; medium heavy door
http://www.izaeats.com
J & F Kitchen
155 Mayo St., Hillsborough 919-245-8463
HP in shopping center
Small dining room with several booths and T/C
Full service
Single; light switch behind door; easy door
https://jandfkitchen.weebly.com
Jack’s Country Restaurant
121 Rebecca Dr., Hillsborough 919-732-7022
HP in front
T/C, roomy
Full service
Single; paper towels high; easy door
https://bit.ly/3RIYOAt
Joe Van Gogh
1129 AD Weaver Dairy Rd, Chapel Hill 919-967-2002
HP, shopping center
T/C inside and outside
Counter order/pick up G/N; easy door
https://www.joevangogh.com
Jujube
1201-L Raleigh Road, Chapel Hill 919-960-0555
HP in front
T/C; wide aisle; or large screened patio; dim lighting; cozy
Full service G/N; medium heavy door
https://www.jujuberestaurant.com
Kahlovera Street Tacos
504 Meadowmont Village Cir., Chapel Hill 984-999-4537
HP, retail center
T/C; wide area
Full service
Large stall; slightly heavy door; DCT
https://www.kahloveratacos.com
19
Kim’s Bake Shop
111 N. Churton St., Hillsborough 919-932-0134
Street, or HP in lot behind shops (enter off King Street), access through pedestrian alley from parking lot
T/C inside and out
Counter order (to see what’s there!)
Single; medium door
https://www.downtownpies.com
Kipos
1800 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-425-0760
HP, shopping center
Two enticing dining rooms with T/C inside; large covered patio with wellspaced T/C
Full service
Large stall; heavy door.
https://www.kiposchapelhill.com
Kurama Sushi & Noodle Express
105 N. Columbia St., Chapel Hill 919-968-4747
HP in lot across street at corner of Rosemary and Columbia streets
Low circular sushi bar with chairs; ample space; T/C around perimeter of dining room
Full service; plated sushi selections conveyed around sushi bar; you choose; plate colors determine bill
G/N, easy door
https://www.kuramasushinoodle.com
La Hacienda
1813 Fordham Blvd., Chapel Hill 919-967-0207
HP in front in private parking lot
Two roomy dining rooms with booths, some T/C; large patio
Full service
ADA stall tight if assistance required with transfer; high sink with cabinet; medium heavy door
https://facebook.com/lahaciendachapelhill
La Macaron French Pastries
140 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 984-234-3023
Parking garage behind restaurant off Rosemary St.; or HP at 306 W. Franklin St.
Large interior vertical handlebar on heavy door; open space with T/C inside and out
Counter service
No RR
https://lemacaron-us.com
20
Lantern
423 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-969-8846
HP in lot next door at 427 W. Franklin St. or lot at 415 W. Franklin St.
Make reservations to learn of three accessible dining areas, all with T/C
Full service
Single; heavy door
https://www.lanternrestaurant.com
Lanza’s Cafe
601 W. Main St., Carrboro 919-967-9398
HP on west side, off Main Street, only approach accessible by wheelchair
Various T/C in tight space highly populated with young people on laptops; outdoor seating, some accessible by wheelchair
Order at counter; pick-up
Short ramp with lip at bottom, into hallway leading to RR with large stall; medium heavy door
https://lanzascafe.com
La Residence
202 W. Rosemary St., Chapel Hill 919-967-2506
Call for parking info or park at 140 W. Franklin St. garage, entrance across the street on Rosemary
Enter historic house under yellow awning; T/C indoors and on romantic patio
Full service
Large stall; easy door
http://www.laresidencedining.com
La Vita Dolce & Gelato Bar
610 Market St., Chapel Hill 919-968-1635
HP in front
T/C inside and out
Counter order
G/N, easy door
https://www.lavitadolcecafe.com
Lime & Lemon Indian Grill & Bar
100 Meadowmont Village Cir., Chapel Hill 984-234-3409
HP, retail center
Booths and banquettes inside in spacious, elegant dining room; outside dining with nine T/C
Full service
Large private stall; sink with cabinet, space to turn chair; heavy door into RR hallway, and into RR
https://www.lnlrestaurant.com
21
Linda’s Bar & Grill
203 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-933-6663
HP at 111 Henderson St., 149 E. Franklin St.; Wallace Deck, 150 E. Rosemary St.; or Rosemary/Columbia lot
Wooden booths and seats; two T/C inside; outside T/C
Full service
G/N; large stall; cabinet under sink; medium door
https://www.lindas-bar.com
Los Altos
126 W. King St., Hillsborough 919-241-4177
Inside old building, narrow doors; accessible through Thomas Stevens Gallery hallway, next door
Heavy wooden T/C in small dining room; small patio dining
Full service
Down next-door hallway; men’s room not accessible by wheelchair; women’s room tight (39” clearance); easy door
https://losaltosmexicanrestaurant.com
Lucha Tigre
746 MLK, Jr. Blvd., Chapel Hill 919-904-7326
Four HP spaces in private lot; access sidewalk by Root Cellar, around corner
Booths, banquettes, T/C; mellow ethnic music, dim lighting
Full service
Large stall; full length mirror; heavy door; DCT
https://luchatigre.com
Luna Rotisserie Empanadas
307 E. Main St., Carrboro 919-537-8958
HP in lot across the street; or public parking lot at 602 W. Rosemary St., corner of Sunset Street
Spacious with T/C inside or on large covered/heated patio
Full service
Stall; medium heavy door with doorstop
https://www.lunarotisserie.com
Magone Italian Grill & Pizza
1129 Weaver Dairy Rd., Chapel Hill 919-904-7393
HP, shopping center
T/C; booths; wide area
Counter order; delivered
G/N; medium heavy door
https://www.magoneitaliangrillpizza.com
22
Mama Dip’s Kitchen
408 W. Rosemary St., Chapel Hill 919-942-5837
HP in private parking lot; enter from front sidewalk onto ramped porch to main entrance
Large dining room; wooden booths around perimeter; T/C in middle; spacious
Full service
Women’s room door opens to a wall and may require help to make turn into RR; large stall; easy door; DCT in both
https://mamadips.com
Market & Moss
700 Market St., Chapel Hill 919-929-8226
HP in front
Wide entry, heavy door; Spacious dining room, T/C
Full service
Large stall; heavy door; DCT
https://marketandmoss.com
Mediterranean Deli
410 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-967-2666
HP at 422 W. Franklin St., 308 W. Franklin St. (Welcome Center); or across the street at 415 W. Franklin St.
T/C in large dining room (boisterous when busy); or sidewalk dining
Order at counter (options displayed in cases); food delivered
Large stall; soap dispenser and towels a bit high; easy door
https://mediterraneandeli.com
Meet Fresh
407 Meadowmont Village Cir., Chapel Hill 984-234-3330
HP, retail center
Counter order
Very open space with low tables and chairs
G/N; heavy door
https://meetfresh.us
Merritt’s Grill
1009 S. Columbia St., Chapel Hill 919-942-4897
No HP, park in gravel along the circle around historic gas station
A few T/C inside; most outside on patio or in back with frequent live music
Counter order and pickup
G/N; easy door
https://merrittsblt.com
23
Might As Well Bar & Grill
206 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 984-234-3333
HP at 306 W. Franklin St.
Banquettes/chairs; high tops and bar; outdoor T/C with ramp
Full service
Large stall; cabinet under sinks; medium heavy door
https://chapelhill.mightaswellbarandgrill.com
MinGa Korean Restaurant
1404 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-933-1773
Three HP spots in front
Long tables with chairs
Full service
Single; heavy door; doorstop
https://www.min-ga.com
Moge Tee
151 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 984-234-3278
HP at 149 E. Franklin, 111 Henderson St.; or Rosemary/Columbia lot
T/C, banquettes with pillows; bright, quiet; spacious
Order at counter
Single room; medium door
https://www.mogeteechapelhill.com
Momo’s Master Himalayan Bistro
110 N. Columbia St., Chapel Hill 919-903-9051
On street metered; Rosemary/Columbia lot; Wallace Deck, 150 E. Rosemary St.
T/C on two levels
Order with QR code or at counter; food delivered
G/N; medium door
https://www.momosmaster.com
Monterrey Mexican Restaurant
104 NC 54 W, Carrboro 919-903-9919
HP in front with ramp in; shopping center
Mostly booths in three large dining rooms, room for wheelchair; some T/C for large groups
Full service
Large stall; easy door
https://www.letsgotomonterrey.com
Monterrey Mexican Restaurant 1722 Fordham Blvd., Chapel Hill 919-969-8750
HP, shopping center
Several large dining areas; mainly booths, room for wheelchair; covered sidewalk dining with T/C
Full service; very loud when busy
Large stall; medium door; DCT
https://www.letsgotomonterrey.com
24
Mr. Tokyo Japanese
1722 Fordham Blvd., Chapel Hill 919-240-4552
HP, shopping center
Intimate dining room with padded chairs at tables; popular, expect wait for table unless early
Full service
Single room; easy door; DCT
https://mrtokyojapanese.com/chapel-hill
Napoli Pizzeria
105 E. Main St., Carrboro 919-667-8288
HP at bank across the street if after banking hours; or public parking on east side of bank down driveway
Small dining room with T/C inside; outdoor dining not wheelchair accessible
Full service G/N; easy door; DCT
https://www.napolicarrboro.com
Neal’s Deli
100 E. Main St., Carrboro 919-967-2185
HP in municipal lot at S. Greensboro and Weaver Streets
Picnic tables, T/C in front; good spot to watch Carrboro travel by
Take-out only; call, order online or up concrete ramp onto porch at window; curbside pickup on S. Greensboro St.
No public RR
https://nealsdeli.com
New Hope Market
6117 NC Hwy 86 S, Chapel Hill 919-240-7851
HP pad outside door; short ramp in T/C inside and out
Order at counter from wall menu or paper menu; request delivery to table
G/N; easy door
https://facebook.com/moonpi451
NoDa Brewing & Tapas
1118 Environ Way, Chapel Hill 919-903-8699
HP in front in small retail center; or free garage with easy HP parking
Booths; T/C inside; patio with T/C
Full service
Large stall; medium door; DCT
https://facebook.com/NoDaBrewingTapas
25
Nomad
122 W. King St., Hillsborough 984-217-0179
HP in lot off King Street behind restaurant
Easy double front doors; wide dining room; banquette, T/C; quiet, dimly lit ambience
Full service; go early or make reservation if wheelchair user
G/N; high mirror; easy door
https://www.thenomadnc.com
Oakleaf
310 E. Main St., Carrboro 984-234-0054
HP in front, easy access
Intimate banquettes/chairs; lowered lighting; large patio with T/C under umbrellas
Full service, elegant; reservation suggested
Down hallway; large stall; full-length mirror; slightly heavy door
https://oakleafnc.com
Oishii Sushi Bar & Restaurant
1129 Weaver Dairy Rd., Chapel Hill 919-932-7002
HP shopping center; two consecutive entry doors; heavy, tight space between doors
T/C, wide areas; sushi bar not accessible by wheelchair
Full service
Stall a bit tight; high paper towels; medium heavy door
http://oishiiroll.com
Open Eye Cafe
101 S. Greensboro St., Carrboro 919-968-9410
HP on Roberson Street, enter through side door
T/C inside and out
Counter service
G/N; easy door
https://openeyecafe.com
Osteria Georgi
201 S. Elliott St, Chapel Hill 919-375-0600
HP, shopping center; wheelchairs use side entrance through patio
Spacious, elegant dining areas with T/C; patio with T/C under giant umbrellas
Full service
G/N; medium heavy door
https://www.osteriageorgi.com
26
Perennial Cafe
401 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-537-8784
HP at 415 W. Franklin St.; or public lot at 106 Mallette St.
Wide, quiet space with T/C inside, on sidewalk and patio
Counter order; will deliver to table
G/N; easy door
https://www.perennial.cafe
Pho Happiness
508 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-942-8201
HP on street at 415 W. Franklin; lot on S. Graham St. or HP at 115 S. Roberson St. lot
Dining room with booths, T/C; picnic tables on sidewalk
Full service
Large single; sink with cabinet; high mirror; medium door; DCT
https://www.phohappinessnc.com
Piero’s Pasta & Wine
1502 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 984-999-4826
HP space in front; easy double front entry doors
Spacious dining room with booths, T/C; outdoor dining
Full service
Very large stall; heavy door
https://www.pierospasta.com
Pirate Captain 163 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-968-2098
HP at 149 E. Franklin,111 Henderson St.; or Rosemary/Columbia lot
Slight upward ramp; T/C in wide areas
Full service
Large stall; heavy door
https://www.piratecaptainch.com
Pita Grill
1129 Weaver Dairy Rd., Chapel Hill 919-929-6800
HP, shopping center T/C; wide areas
Counter order, pick up G/N; easy door
http://www.pitagrillch.com
Pizza Cornicione
230 S. Nash St., Hillsborough 919-245-8566
HP pad across street at crosswalk; ramp inside T/C, roomy
27
Full service
Large stall; medium heavy door; DCT
https://pizzacornicione.com
Pizzeria Mercato
408 W. Weaver St.,Carrboro 919-967-2277
HP parking on Elm Street (left of entry door) with easy access
Ample room around T/C
Full service
G/N; medium door
https://pizzeriamercatonc.com
(The) Poplar Cafe
1114 Environ Way, Chapel Hill 919-904-7044
HP, in front; or free garage with easy HP parking
Quiet coffee shop; comfy chairs, couch, T/C; small glass-enclosed conference room; outdoor seating courtyard and street side
Counter order
G/N, slightly heavy door; door stop
https://facebook.com/thepoplarcafenc
Pop’s Pizzeria & Ristorante
1822 MLK, Jr. Blvd., Chapel Hill 919-932-1040
HP, shopping center
Inside, booths; outside T/C
Counter order, delivered to table
Single; medium heavy door
http://www.pops-pizzeria.com
Pueblo Viejo Mexican Restaurant
370 S. Churton St., Hillsborough 919-732-3480
HP private lot w/ramp
Booths; T/C
Full service
Single room; cabinet under sink but room to turn; medium door; DCT
https://bit.ly/3HKNyiC
(The) Purple Bowl
306 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-903-8511
HP in parking lot on Mallette Street or 308 W. Franklin St. (Welcome Center)
Wide passage; two T/C, mostly high top tables inside; T/C outside
Order at counter
G/N; high mirrors; heavy door
https://www.purplebowlch.com
28
Que Chula Craft Tacos & Tequila Bar
140 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-903-8000
Parking garage behind restaurant off Rosemary St.; or HP at 306 W. Franklin St.
Large interior vertical handlebar on heavy entrance door; wide aisle inside, T/C; loud music; patio T/C
Full service
Single; medium heavy door; DCT
https://quechulatacos.com
Radius Pizzeria & Pub
112 N. Churton St., Hillsborough 919-245-0601
H/P off street near back entrance on patio; easy access
T/C inside and out; lively dining room
Full service
Large stall; slightly heavy door; DCT
https://www.radiuspizzeria.net
RASA Restaurant
1826 MLK, Jr. Blvd., Chapel Hill 919-929-2199
HP, shopping center
Banquettes and booths with space for wheelchair; low lighting
Full service
Large stall; heavy door
http://www.rasachapelhill.com
Rasa Malaysia
410 Market St., Chapel Hill 984-234-0256
HP at curb cut in front
Spacious, T/C inside and patio
Full service
Down a hallway in attached building; large stall; heavy door
https://www.rasamalaysiach.com
Red Lotus Asian Kitchen
239 S. Elliott Rd., Chapel Hill 919-968-7778
HP, shopping center
Roomy dining room, booths,T/C; some outdoor T/C
Full service
Large stall; easy door
https://www.redlotusch.com
Rise Southern Biscuits
310 E. Main St., Carrboro 919-929-5115
HP in private lot
High tops inside; T/C outside
Order on store computer screen; pick up
Narrow aisle between chairs to G/N; medium door
https://risebiscuitschicken.com
29
Rise Biscuits
1800 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-338-2105
HP, shopping center
No chairs
Small take-out site with wide entry; order on screen, wait for food in wide area
G/N; medium heavy door
https://risebiscuitschicken.com
Root Cellar Cafe & Catering
750 MLK, Jr Blvd., Chapel Hill 919-967-3663
HP in front; small shopping center
T/C inside with wide areas; and on covered patio
Order at counter; food delivered
Stall; sink with cabinet, 42” high; medium heavy door
https://rootcellarchapelhill.com
Roots Natural Kitchen
133 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 984-322-5600
Parking garage behind restaurant; or HP at 306 W. Franklin St.
Banquettes and chairs; wide areas; high ceilings; calm music creating private conversation areas
Food made as you order
G/N; slightly heavy door; DCT
https://www.rootsnaturalkitchen.com
Sage Vegetarian Cafe 1129 Weaver Dairy Rd., Chapel Hill 919-968-9266
HP shopping center
Banquettes/T/C; T/C on small patio
Full service
G/N; cabinet under sink; easy door
https://www.sagevegetariancafe.com
Sal’s Pizza & Ristorante 2805 Homestead Rd., Chapel Hill 919-932-5125
HP in private lot; heavy entry door with doorstop
T/C
Full service
G/N; easy door
https://www.salspizzaofchapelhill.com
Saturni Cafe and Coffee 431 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 984-234-3497
HP behind courtyard (where it is located), at 115 S. Robertson St.
Low tables with stools inside; courtyard T/C outside
Order at counter; delivered if requested
G/N; medium heavy door
https://www.saturni-nc.com
30
Shanghai Dumplings
143 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-914-6737
HP at 149 E. Franklin, 111 Henderson St.; or Rosemary/Columbia lot
T/C; small dining room
Full service
Large single; easy door
https://shanghaidumplingch.com
Spicy 9
140 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-903-9335
Parking garage behind restaurant off Rosemary St.; or HP at 306 W. Franklin St.
Large interior vertical handlebar on heavy entrance door; T/C in large, tight dining room; loud music, conversation difficult
Full service
Handicap stall tight; medium heavy door
https://www.spicy9chapelhill.com
Spotted Dog Restaurant & Bar
111 E. Main St., Carrboro 919-933-1117
HP across Main Street down driveway next to 108 E. Main; or street parking on Weaver Street
T/C with room for wheelchair on right side of “V” shaped dining room; outdoors on brick patio
Full service
Maneuver through tight bar area to reach single restroom on the right for most space; heavy door
https://thespotteddogrestaurant.com
Squid’s Restaurant & Oyster Bar 1201 Fordham Blvd., Chapel Hill 919-942-8757
Two HP, private parking lot
Large dining room with banquettes around sides; T/C; large fish tanks separating dining areas; T/C in bar and front patio; popular (go early)
Full service
Large stall; medium door; DCT
https://www.squidsrestaurant.com
Steel String Brewery 106A S. Greensboro St., Carrboro 919-240-7215
HP in parking lot next to Glasshalfull
T/C inside with ample space; and outside on deck and patio
Order at bar
G/N; medium door
https://steelstringbrewery.com
31
Steve’s Garden Market & Butchery
601 N. Churton St., Hillsborough 919-732-4712
HP in store lot on Corbin St.; ramp into store
Take out; or a few T/C on narrow sidewalk
Store with wide aisles; counter order
Single RR in front of store; sink has cabinet, little room to turn chair; easy door (other RR not accessible by wheelchair)
https://www.stevesgardenmarket.com
Sup Dogs
107 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-903-9566
HP at 149 E. Franklin St.; or Rosemary/ Columbia lot.
Heavy, wooden T/C outside make wheelchair access difficult; wide area inside, T/C; loud music
Full service
Tight stall, heavy door; DCT
https://supdogs.com
Sushi Nikko
104 NC Hwy 54 W., Carrboro 919-240-5046
HP in front, shopping center
T/C; booths; accessible sushi bar
Full service
Single room; easy door
https://www.sushinikkonc.com
Sutton’s Drug Store
159 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-942-5161
HP at 149 E. Franklin St., 111Henderson St.; or Rosemary/Columbia lot
Nostalgia reigns in this former drug store; mostly booths, high tops and counter; two T/C
Full service
Not accessible by wheelchair
https://www.suttonsdrugstore.com
Talullas
456 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-933-1177
HP at 422 W. Franklin St; or lot across the street at 427 W. Franklin St.
T/C in well lit, colorful dining room with soft ethnic music
Full service
Single; heavy door
http://talullas.com
32
Tandem
200 N. Greensboro St., Carrboro 919-240-7937
HP at mall entrance nearest Greensboro Street; wheelchair accessible entrance inside mall; hostess area on other side of restaurant
Wide aisles between T/C and banquettes; loud when busy; ramp to outside dining on canopied patio
Full service
Ramp to RR; tight stall (24” clearance); sink 35” high; medium heavy door
http://www.tandemcarrboro.com
Tea Hill
318 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 984-999-4580
HP at 422 W. Franklin St. or 308 W. Franklin St. (Welcome Center)
Entry door heavy; wide, open area; T/C
Counter order
Single; easy door; DCT
https://www.teahillusa.com
Tesoro
100 E. Weaver St., Carrboro 919-537-8494
Ask for suggestions; or park in public lot at Weaver Street and S. Greensboro Street
Reservations required; cozy, bistro T/C, banquettes, or seating in high chairs at bar
Full service
Single; slightly heavy door
https://tesorocarrboro.com
Thai Palace
1206-L Raleigh Rd., Chapel Hill 919-967-5805
HP in parking lot in front
T/C in three dining rooms; quiet
Full service
Single room; heavy door
https://www.thaipalacechapelhill.com
Thaiphoon Bistro
1704A E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-869-7191
HP in front
T/C; booths small dining room; patio
Full service
Single; medium heavy door
https://thaiphoonbistro.com
Thai Station
201 E. Main St., Carrboro 984-234-3230
HP in small parking lot in front; long ramp to door
Most seating in refurbished train car with booths on one side; room for wheelchair table-side
33
Full service
Access up a ramp, down a narrow hallway; G/N; easy door
https://www.thaistationnc.com
The Loop
1800 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill
919-969-7112
HP, shopping center
Large dining room with booths, high tops, T/C; noisy; some T/C outside with umbrellas
Counter order (wide waiting line area against wall); paging device for meal pick-up (or request delivery)
Stall; easy door
https://www.thelooprestaurant.com
The Pig
630 Weaver Dairy Rd., Chapel Hill
919-942-1133
HP in front with incline up to door
T/C; patio high bars and stools
Order; delivered
G/N; easy door
https://thepigrestaurant.com
Time-Out
201 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill
919-929-2425
HP across the street at 111 Henderson St. or 149 E. Franklin St.
One step in; or use ramp to back entrance; wooden booths with room for wheelchair
High counter to order; very accommodating to needs
Stall; easy door
http://timeout247.com
Tin Cup Joe
104 N. Graham St., Chapel Hill [no phone]
HP on street at 415 W. Franklin; lot on S. Graham St. or HP at 115 S. Roberson St. lot
Camper coffee; ramp to deck with tables
Counter order
No RR; go to Al’s; G/N; easy door
https://tincupjoe.weebly.com
Tokyo Express
145 Mayo St., Hillsborough 919-245-0809
HP in shopping center
Booths, T/C
Counter order
Single; easy door
https://bit.ly/3DU03ax
34
Top of the Hill Restaurant & Brewery
100 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-929-8676
On street or Rosemary/Columbia lot; Wallace Deck, 150 E. Rosemary St.
Elevator to top (3rd) floor; bar area all high tops; inside and outside dining, wooden T/C, ample space
Full service
Large stall; wide areas; heavy door; DCT
https://www.thetopofthehill.com
Town Hall Grill
410 Market St., Chapel Hill
919-960-8696
HP in front
Dining room with T/C, booths; roomy bar with high tops, booths; T/C on covered patio
Full service
Up a slight ramp; large stall; easy door; DCT
https://www.facebook.com/TownHallGrill
Trilogy
201 S. Estes Dr., Chapel Hill
919-357-9887
HP, shopping center
In the lobby of the Silverspot movie complex, banquettes with T/C
Full service; or order for theater delivery
Large single; heavy door; DCT
https://silverspot.net/food-and-drinks
Trolly Stop Hot Dogs
104 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-240-4206
Rosemary/Columbia parking lot; 133 W. Franklin St. garage
Roomy; high top tables; three T/C inside, more on sidewalk; sports bar in back
Low order station; pick up order or ask for table delivery
G/N; medium door
https://www.trollystophotdogs.com
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
400 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-240-4452
HP at 422 W. Franklin St. or 308 W. Franklin St. (Welcome Center)
T/C; wide space
Order at counter
G/N; heavy door; DCT
https://tropicalsmoothiecafe.com
35
TRU
114 Henderson St., Chapel Hill 919-240-7755
HP across the street at 111 Henderson St. or Wallace Deck, 150 E. Rosemary St.
Inside long T/C, high tops, couches; outside wooden deck with various seating options
Counter order; pick up
Large stall; heavy door
https://www.trudeli.com
Twisted Noodles
1800 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-933-9933
HP, shopping center
T/C in quiet, dark-walled tranquil dining room
Full service
Single, full-length mirror; easy door
https://www.twistednoodlesch.com
Vecino Brewing Co.
300 E. Main St., Carrboro 919-537-9591
HP in lot
T/C; some high tops; deck in front with picnic tables, tight space
Full service
G/N; easy door
https://www.vecinobrewing.com
Venable Bistro
200 N. Greensboro St., Carrboro 919-904-7160
HP in Carr Mill Mall parking lot on Weaver Street; ramp to entrance
Inside: mostly booths plus three windowed alcoves with T/C for cozy dining; or T/C in large year-round tent out front
Full service
G/N; easy door
https://venablebistro.com
Village Diner
600 W. King St., Hillsborough 919-245-8915
Large private parking lot with 2 HP
Spacious dining room; booths, T/C; outdoor T/C
Full service
Large single; heavy door; men’s wash basin outside of RR
https://www.villagedinernc.com
Vimala’s Curryblossom Cafe
431 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-929-3833
HP behind restaurant at 115 S. Roberson St.
Inside dining, enter via ramp from Roberson St.; or sit in courtyard, via parking lot or Franklin St.
36
Order at counter, food delivered
G/N; medium heavy door
https://curryblossom.com
Vinny’s Italian Grill and Pizzeria
133 N. Scotswood Blvd., Hillsborough 919-732-9219
HP in front, shopping center
Two sets of easily opened entry doors; large, spacious dining room with T/C
Full service
Two large stalls; high paper towels; medium heavy door into hallway; DCT.
https://www.vinnysitaliangrill.com
Weaver Street Market
101 E. Weaver St., Carrboro 919-929-0010
HP in shopping center
T/C out front on accessible grounds; or inside (when COVID safety precautions allow)
Grab a tray for hot bar, salad bar, bakery, sushi and other pre-made items
Large stall; heavy door
https://www.weaverstreetmarket.coop
Weaver Street Market (Southern Village)
716 Market St., Chapel Hill 919-929-2009
HP in front
T/C on uncovered patio; or inside (when COVID safety precautions allow)
Small grocery store with hot bar, salad bar; prepared sushi, sandwiches, salads; can get crowded
Heavy door into hallway; large stall; heavy door
https://www.weaverstreetmarket.coop
Weaver Street Market
228 S. Churton St., Hillsborough 919-245-5050
HP in private lot
Some indoor dining with T/C; more T/C outside, most under covered patio
Hot bar, salad bar, bakery, sushi and other pre-made items
Large stall; heavy door with door stop
https://www.weaverstreetmarket.coop
Wegman’s
1810 Fordham Blvd., Chapel Hill 919-864-7400
HP, grocery store lot; park on end closest to bypass or use main entrance and turn left to eat
Large dining area, T/C inside and out
37
Counter order for freshly made or large selection of pre-made items (salads, sushi, sandwiches, poke bowls)
Large stall; heavy door; DCT
https://www.wegmans.com
Whit’s Frozen Custard
240 S. Nash St., Hillsborough 919-245-8123
Park on HP pad across street at crosswalk
High top tables, no chairs inside; T/C outside
Line up and order No RR
https://whitscustard.com
Wingman
104 NC Hwy 54 W., Carrboro 919-928-9200
HP, shopping center
T/C inside and side patio
Counter order; pick-up
Single room; easy door.
https://www.wingmancarrboro.com
Yaya Tea
157 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-914-6302
HP at 149 E. Franklin St., 111 Henderson St.; or Rosemary/Columbia lot
T/C, roomy
Counter order
Large single; door has key pad requiring code; medium heavy door
https://yayatea.com
Yopop Frozen Yogurt
1129 Weaver Dairy Rd., Chapel Hill 919-537-8229
HP, shopping center T/C wide space
Order while made G/N; easy door
https://www.facebook.com/yopopchapelhill
38
KEY:
Chapel Hill/Orange County, North Carolina
HOTELS (A-Z)
INFORMATION: NAME, ADDRESS & PHONE
PARKING: HANDICAP (HP)
LOBBY/COMMON AREAS/AMMENITIES
BEDROOMS
BATHROOM
WEBSITE LINK
Parking Note: A vehicle displaying a valid handicap parking tag or license plate can park in any marked public space for free without being ticketed or towed.
Hotel Name Colors: Denote their geographical area; refer to color-coded map below.
39
AC Hotel Downtown Chapel Hill
214 W. Rosemary St., Chapel Hill
919-969-2800
Five handicap spaces in underground parking garage nearest elevator to lobby.
Hardwood flooring and contemporary furnishings throughout beginning with the large lobby, which includes the AC Lounge where breakfast is available mornings; small plates with cocktails served evenings. Multiple seating areas provide gazing upon Rosemary Street out a wall of windows on one side; while enclosed patio seating with fire pit is accessible on other side of the lobby. Lobby doors open automatically onto streets of downtown Chapel Hill a few blocks away from the UNC campus. A 24-hour fitness room includes Matrix equipment and free weights.
ADA rooms have lowered peephole; beds, fridge, ironing board, safe and a clothes hanging system, all lowered to accommodate wheelchair users.
ADA rooms have a rubber lip on the shower floor for entry, multiple grab bars, seats, handheld shower option and full length mirror.
https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/rduah-ac-hotel-chapel-hill-downtown
Aloft
1001 S. Hamilton Rd., Chapel Hill
919-932-7772
Three handicap spaces in front with easy access into self-opening double doors, where just inside are luggage carts for transporting belongings to your room. Additional handicap spaces in garage with elevator to East 54 mixed-use center above.
Spacious and modern, people using wheelchairs were built into the design, from the bar, with two spaces on the end for bellying up (the rest of the bar seating is on a lower level; two spacious stalls with safety bars in lobby restrooms; and a swimming pool with a remote controlled lift for easy entry and exit.
The 12 ADA rooms (choose two queens or a king bed), have low beds and lots of space,and adjoining room if desired. Between the bathroom and sink/dressing area is an unobtrusive sliding mirrored door. From the T-bar closet system to the standard and USB plugs by the beds, these rooms ease the struggle of travel. Oh, and your pup is welcome.
The bathrooms have non-skid ceramic tile with roll-in showers that include a seat, hand-held and wall-mounted shower heads and ample safety bars.
https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/rducl-aloft-chapel-hill/overview
40
Carolina Inn
211 Pittsboro St., Chapel Hill
919-933-2001
This first hotel in Chapel Hill, across the street from the first buildings on the UNC campus, honors the history of the state and university in details both large and small. Valet parking takes the worry out of unloading the car.
Easy entry into the expansive, elegant lobby where classical music mutes conversations in multiple seating areas on rugs over hardwood floors.
In ADA rooms, the lowered peephole and thermostat blend into the meticulous details in rooms where the hardwood entry moves onto a low pile carpet around two queen four-poster beds with ample electric outlets around each. A long desk creates some separation from an alcove with upholstered seating and a dropdown desk. Hidden inside a huge armoire is a television, closet, fridge, safe, coffeemaker, bottled water and ice bucket.
Intricate tiling in the bathroom flows into the roll-in shower with seat and handheld or fixed shower. A wood encased vanity is set below a lowered mirror; towel racks and all amenities are within easy reach.
https://www.destinationhotels.com/carolina-inn
Colonial Inn
153 W. King St., Hillsborough
984-789-4455
In a historic district with a speed limit of 20 mph, parallel park in a handicap space on King Street in front of the hotel, with ramp onto porch nearby.
Front desk is inside of porch entrance in a restored 18th century building (with a history worthy of learning), accessible by most wheelchairs (33.5” door opening).
Two ADA rooms are in a 21st century wing, with lowered bed and wide, open spaces within a large room with hardwood flooring. Four electric plugs are on each side of bed and a large screen TV is mounted to wall. Upon reserving a room, you will be asked what temperature you would like the room upon arrival.
A sliding barn door opens into the bathroom and a roll-in shower with no-slip treads, seat, dazzling lighting, grab bars, towel hooks and plenty of room. Opening under sink provides for wheelchair.
https://colonialinn-nc.com
41
Courtyard by Marriott
100 Marriott Way, Chapel Hill
919-883-0700
Six handicap spaces in front and entry with automatic sliding doors.
Lobby with many seating areas including breakfast dining with tables and chairs; and a business center. Indoor pool and hot tub with a lift for each; and a gym with free weights and other equipment, with ample room for wheelchair.
All rooms and hallways have low nap carpeting. ADA rooms have lowered peephole and looped drape batons, a large desk with room for a wheelchair next to the desk chair, and a fridge; plus adjoining room option.
Four rooms have roll-in showers with fold-up seats and phone by toilet; 10 rooms have ADA tubs with grab bars.
https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/rduch-courtyard-chapel-hill
Graduate Hotel
311 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill
919-442-9000
The only hotel on downtown Franklin Street has a wide revolving door in the lobby that might make you think you’re in a big city, but you’ll find navigating your stay less complicated, starting with the parking garage you’ll enter before checking in, if driving. Graduate has handicap spaces on the first two floors, next to entrance doors that open automatically.
Upon entering the lobby, you will know you’ve arrived in Tar Heel country, where Carolina blue is the dominate color and basketball is the theme — and that front revolving door has wide entry doors on either side, which wheelchair users appreciate. A banquette and curved couch rest in the lobby, where the front desk is lit with the winning final score of the 1982 championship game, next to the Trophy Room Restaurant and Bar, with plenty of space to roll around tables and chairs. The hotel has a full-size indoor basketball court (of course), and 24-hour gym.
ADA rooms have either a kingsize bed with loveseat in a seating area that includes a table; or two queen beds. As with all rooms in the hotel, the flooring is repurposed wood from basketball courts. The lowered beds have multiple electric outlets nearby; the desk holds a tray with an electric kettle, bottled water, and materials to make pour-over coffee. Besides a place to unpack, or hold your suitcase, a cabinet under the wall-hung TV also contains a mini fridge. Open and close the curtains using a lowered looped baton.
The bathroom has a roll-in shower with fold-up seat, lowered cubby for bathing items; and lowered towel racks and towel hooks.
https://www.graduatehotels.com/chapel-hill
42
Hampton Inn & Suites Chapel Hill-Carrboro/Downtown
370 E. Main St., Carrboro 919-969-6988
In downtown Carrboro, find free handicap parking in the garage near the entrance, or drive up and leave your vehicle in the circle while checking in and unloading.
Lobby with self-opening doors has non-slip tiled flooring with various seating areas, business center, and coolers with beverages and snacks. Fitness facilities and luxurious outdoor pool with lift, large deck and outdoor shower.
Hallways with low pile carpet lead to 16 ADA rooms with key card entry, choice of king or two queens; plus adjoining room option. For hearing impaired, rooms with doorbell that emits high pitch and flashing lights. All ADA rooms have multiple electric outlets, closet with lowered rod, coffee maker and hair dryer.
Bathrooms have grab bars, opening under sink; handheld shower option, and shower seat available on request; only one room with roll-in shower.
https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/rducohx-hampton-suites-chapel-hill-carrboro-downtown
Holiday Inn Express
202 Cardinal Dr., Hillsborough 919-644-7997
Handicap parking in private lot.
Enter through self-opening doors to tables and chairs in lobby area for breakfast; small business area; cooler with snacks and beverages. 24-hour gym. Carpeted hallways with coin laundry machines at end of first floor next to indoor pool.
Key card entry to five comfortable ADA rooms. Alarm or lights available for sight or hearing impaired. Either roll-in shower or tub with seat.
https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/hillsborough/hllnc/hoteldetail
Hyatt Place Chapel Hill
3690 S. Columbia St. , Chapel Hill 919-929-9511
Two handicap spaces in front in private parking lot.
Self-opening doors into large lobby with various seating areas; breakfast area with tables and chairs, and semi-private media areas. Elevators transport guests to hallways and rooms with low pile carpet. Outdoor pool with lift on the second floor next to a 24-hour gym and bar area with outdoor tables and chairs.
43
All rooms have a couch with pull out queen bed in the corner by the door; the bathroom is on the far side of the bed(s), near window. Double outlets on both sides of beds and a low cabinet with a refrigerator. King rooms have a lowered peephole.
The seven ADA rooms have grab bars in bathrooms; two rooms with roll-in showers; three with tubs, rubber mats and shower seats. A shower seat can be requested for any room. Hair dryer and towels on shelf below the sink. In king rooms, the hand sink is separate from the shower/toilet area.
https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/north-carolina/hyatt-place-chapel-hill-southern-village/rduzc
Microtel Inn & Suites
120 Old Dogwood St., Hillsborough 919-245-3102
Near downtown Hillsborough, there are two handicap spaces in front.
A small lobby has tables and chairs for breakfast. Braille room numbers, and laundry facilities.
There are two ADA rooms and one mini-suite (with mini-fridge and microwave).
Bathrooms have showers with adjustable seat; mirror over sink is tilted down for wheelchairs.
https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/microtel/hillsborough-north-carolina/microtel-inn-andsuites-hillsborough/overview
Residence Inn by Marriott
101 Erwin Road, Chapel Hill
919-933-4848
Handicap parking near seven ADA suites.
Padded carpeting in hallways and suites, with a doorbell (with high pitch and flashing lights if needed) and lowered peephole. The kitchenette includes stove, full-size fridge, sink, dishwasher, coffeemaker and small table with two chairs off the living room, with a pullout couch and TV. Game room, fitness center, outdoor pool and putting green.
The bedroom has tight space for a wheelchair around two queen beds; extra outlets, TV and drapery batons. For hearing impaired, TTY is available that shakes the bed in case of emergency.
The bathrooms have energy efficient (slow start) lights, handheld shower heads in roll-in shower or tub with grab bars; raised toilet seat on request. In addition to queen rooms, there are three two-bedroom suites with tub plus roll-in shower; and one studio with roll-in shower.
https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/rduhl-residence-inn-chapel-hill/overview
44
Rizzo Center
150 DuBose Home Lane, Chapel Hill
919-913-2098
Pull into large circular parking area while checking in to learn which of three lots with handicap spaces will be most convenient to your room.
Entry doors automatically open to a lush lobby with hardwood floors and many seating areas on rugs. Low pile carpeting in hallways lead to 14 ADA rooms with roll-in showers. The outdoor Olympic sized pool has a zero entry side with handrails. The flourishing grounds have numerous seating areas and wheelchair accessible garden paths.
Rooms employ a green initiative that simplifies entering and leaving your room: place your key card in a card holder inside next to the door and lights will come on; when you leave, no looking for your card — it’s next to the door, and when you remove it the lights will go off. Beds are lowered with abundant space and electric outlets around them. The closet has a lowered hanging rack, safe, and large compact fridge; next to desk with coffee maker and ice bucket; and full length mirror on the wall.
Spacious bathrooms have handheld and fixed shower heads, a fixed bench and lowered towel racks.
https://www.destinationhotels.com/rizzo-conference-center
The Siena Hotel
1505 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill
919-929-4000
Park in the front handicap space and wheelchair users can roll across faux cobblestones to the two sets of double front doors, first of which opens automatically, and second assisted by staff if needed; or park in one of two handicap spaces at the backdoor (automatic door opener) and roll through the palatial lobby to the front desk.
If you are a wheelchair user and need to use the restroom before checking in, you’ll need to take the elevator to the second floor and turn right for the ADA restroom.
The luxurious rooms have hardwood flooring, ornate furnishings with open cabinets for unpacking; and a low fridge. TTY system can be installed in any room upon making reservation; and suction cup grab bars are available for any room upon request. Four ADA rooms have lowered peephole and larger door frame.
Bathrooms have lowered bathroom counters, shower seats, grab bars and hand-held shower option. Only one room has a roll-in shower (others have low lip). All bathrooms have a phone by the toilet.
https://www.sienahotel.com
45
Sheraton Chapel Hill
One Europa Dr., Chapel Hill
919-968-4900
Four handicap spaces nearest self-opening entry. With probably the largest lobby in the county, find multiple seating areas including tables and chairs to accommodate the Blue Corners Bistro & Bar, which provides breakfast in the morning, and a tapas and cocktail bar from 5 until 10 p.m. An outdoor pool with lift, and various outdoor seating options is accessible from the lobby. The fitness center is near the elevators.
The hardwood and low pile flooring of the lobby leads to padded carpeting in the hallways and rooms. Two king rooms and two double queen rooms have lowered peep holes. The lowered beds have ample room with USB ports and extra electric outlets around them. The closet is lowered and a table can be lowered with a button; windows have a looped drapery baton.
Bathrooms have roll-in showers with seats, and fixed and handheld shower heads.
https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/rdusc-sheraton-chapel-hill-hotel/overview
TRU by Hilton
1742 Fordham Blvd., Chapel Hill
984-291-7200
Four handicap spaces nearest self-opening entry.
Opened in Spring 2022, the modern lobby has low pile carpeting and many gathering spaces with various seating options (and two foosball tables). Various tables and chairs provide for breakfast or meetings with easy access to 24-hour hot water and coffee bar. There’s a hydration station outside of the gym for filling bottles before working out or leaving the hotel to explore.
Digital keys open guest room doors onto hardwood flooring and plenty of space around beds with multiple electric outlets on both sides; lowered luggage shelf with fridge underneath. King rooms have adjoining room option and lowered peep holes; one wall has a section of knobs for hanging clothing. All rooms have privacy shades that let the light in, plus blackout shades.
Rooms with roll-in showers have an additional drain in bathroom floor.
https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/rduceru-tru-chapel-hill
46
Dedicated to Cresha & George Cianciolo
Orange County is prosperous in countless ways, but people like George and Cresha Cianciolo provide us our greatest resource. Both of them have served selflessly and often in various capacities with a variety of non-profits, town projects and boards.
When a health condition created mobility issues for Cresha, she and George soon learned the trials of getting out and about while using a wheelchair. Even in this, while considering others, they contacted the Visitors Bureau and encouraged a guide for visitors and residents that would help all those with disabilities better understand the access granted at area restaurants and hotels for those using a wheelchair.
The Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau thanks Cresha and George Cianciolo who have worked hard to ensure that their actions are instilled with positive purpose, great love and desire for betterment of their community.
Thanks to the Cianciolo’s for their inspiration and help in compiling this 2023 directory for Chapel Hill, Carrboro and Hillsborough guests. We’ve done our best and here is a guide that we hope you will find helpful.
In gratitude, The staff of the Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau www.visitchapelhill.org
Valarie Schwartz Publications Researcher/Managing EditorValarie Schwartz is a retired journalist who enjoys freelance writing, including this second Accessible Orange County Guide that she has helped create. The first guide won the “Most Replicable” award, presented by the Destination Marketing Association International at the 2015 Annual Visitor Services conference.
Visitors interested in the history of Chapel Hill can pick up a copy of Valarie’s Remembering Chapel Hill: The 20th Century As We Lived It, at the Welcome Center (mention that you read about it here and your copy is free). Valarie is in her 30th year of life in Chapel Hill, where she lives with her husband and two dogs, after spending her first 40 years in Dallas, New York and Los Angeles, while longing to live in such a “southern slice of heaven.”
47
Chapel Hill & Orange County Welcome Center 308 West Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27516 (919) 245-4320 Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Saturdays, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM info@visitchapelhill.org www.visitchapelhill.org
