How many restaurants are in North Carolina?

There are 30,769 restaurants in North Carolina in our data as of 10/26/2026.

Which North Carolina cities have the most restaurants?

Charlotte (3,304), Raleigh (1,795), Greensboro (1,149), Durham (1,075), Asheville (813).

Checked Oct 27, 2026

30,769 restaurants in 631 cities and 100 counties · Data as of 10/26/2026

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North Carolina has 30,769 restaurants, about 29 for every 10,000 residents.
That is about the same as the national rate (32 per 10,000).
It ranks 10th among the states by number of restaurants.
Charlotte (3,304), Raleigh (1,795) and Greensboro (1,149) have the most, 20% of the state total combined.

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How many restaurants are in North Carolina?: There are 30,769 restaurants in North Carolina in our data as of 10/26/2026.
Which North Carolina cities have the most restaurants?: Charlotte (3,304), Raleigh (1,795), Greensboro (1,149), Durham (1,075), Asheville (813).