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Lantern

4.3 (467) $$$$ $$$$ Modern, Fusion, Pan-Asian

Description

Summary: The menu changes with the seasons highlighting dumplings and seafood with cocktails and wine.

Lantern stands out with a simple storefront ambiance that lets the food take center stage. Lantern crafts a seasonally shifting menu that elevates fresh, local ingredients into pan-Asian dishes. The dumplings, seafood plates, and small-plate options earn consistent praise, while the main courses showcase thoughtful contrasts and textures. A concise yet rich wine list and craft cocktails complement the tasting journey, grounded in sustainable farming.

Awards

OAD
Ranked # 732 in Casual of North America 2024
Ranked # 410 in Casual of North America 2022
Ranked # 658 in Casual of North America 2023
Ranked # 494 in Casual of North America 2021
AAA
3 Diamonds
Gayot
1 Toque
1 Toque

Location

423 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516

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