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Hawthorne & Wood serves dinner nightly, starting at five o’clock. The contemporary American cuisine by Chef Brandon Sharp is bright, fresh, and flavorful, with daily menu changes. Our dining room, patio, lounge, and bar are staffed with cocktail experts and wine enthusiasts to help you find new favorites or experience the classics anew. Our indoor-outdoor bar and lounge areas, spacious patio, and private dining/event space allow for a full range of experiences. The emphasis of the beverage program will be sourcing wines that punch above their weight for less that $75. We have ample parking in the lot surrounding the restaurant, as well as the lower deck of the adjacent parking garage.
Sophisticated eatery offering local & global provisions, plus unique cocktails & a robust wine list.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 3140 Environ Way, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Phone: (919) 240-4337
Website: http://hawthorneandwood.com/
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Reviews
Maria Moncayo
Had the best time at Hawthorne and Wood on NYE!! TLDR: We feel like we discovered our new favorite restaurant on Wednesday.
To start off, our server (I cannot remember his name for the life of me but he had cool tattoos on his arms) was friendly, knowledgeable and just made sure drinks were always full and that the food was great. Never once felt forgotten about and he was great with recommendations/suggestions. For our first courses we ordered the Caviar which was one of the stars of the whole meal, it came with these seasoned crumpets and a hollandaise that meshed so well together we would’ve licked the bowl if we could’ve. We also got the focaccia bread which was PERFECT my only complaint for the full meal was that I didn’t love the orange in the orange rosemary butter but we opted out of adding butter to the bread and instead dipping it in the preserved lemon sauce from the New Orleans Barbecue Shrimp and let me tell you that was something from another world-addicting and delicious. Per the website, the chef has experience cooking in New Orleans and you can really tell with the insane flavors coming through in each bite. We followed this with the hamachi tiradito that was spectacular (almost like a ceviche, but the fish cooks in the aguachile) you have to make sure you get a bite of everything to see how those flavors come together. But one of the best parts of the meal was the pork shoulder appetizer that came with the polenta- this truly was to die for, we spoke about it so much the people next to us ordered the same and loved it. For the entree we chose to split the scallops and we almost wished we had ordered a full entree of it for ourselves instead because of how perfect the bacon jam and collards worked with the yam puree and allowed the scallops to shine (plus they were perfectly cooked). At this point of the meal we were stuffed and amazed but we knew we had to finish with a dessert and the sticky toffee pudding did not let us down one bit. One of the best desserts I have had in around here. It’s rare to have a restaurant blow your mind with every aspect of a meal and they really hit it out of the ballpark. This was a better meal than we have had at BIN54, ACME, Crawford Brothers, etc.. Just incredible food and we will definitely be back. 11/10. Serious compliments to the chef for the food and to all of the wait staff and front of house who made sure the holiday and quick pace of NYE didn’t affect their hospitality and kindness.
… moreTo start off, our server (I cannot remember his name for the life of me but he had cool tattoos on his arms) was friendly, knowledgeable and just made sure drinks were always full and that the food was great. Never once felt forgotten about and he was great with recommendations/suggestions. For our first courses we ordered the Caviar which was one of the stars of the whole meal, it came with these seasoned crumpets and a hollandaise that meshed so well together we would’ve licked the bowl if we could’ve. We also got the focaccia bread which was PERFECT my only complaint for the full meal was that I didn’t love the orange in the orange rosemary butter but we opted out of adding butter to the bread and instead dipping it in the preserved lemon sauce from the New Orleans Barbecue Shrimp and let me tell you that was something from another world-addicting and delicious. Per the website, the chef has experience cooking in New Orleans and you can really tell with the insane flavors coming through in each bite. We followed this with the hamachi tiradito that was spectacular (almost like a ceviche, but the fish cooks in the aguachile) you have to make sure you get a bite of everything to see how those flavors come together. But one of the best parts of the meal was the pork shoulder appetizer that came with the polenta- this truly was to die for, we spoke about it so much the people next to us ordered the same and loved it. For the entree we chose to split the scallops and we almost wished we had ordered a full entree of it for ourselves instead because of how perfect the bacon jam and collards worked with the yam puree and allowed the scallops to shine (plus they were perfectly cooked). At this point of the meal we were stuffed and amazed but we knew we had to finish with a dessert and the sticky toffee pudding did not let us down one bit. One of the best desserts I have had in around here. It’s rare to have a restaurant blow your mind with every aspect of a meal and they really hit it out of the ballpark. This was a better meal than we have had at BIN54, ACME, Crawford Brothers, etc.. Just incredible food and we will definitely be back. 11/10. Serious compliments to the chef for the food and to all of the wait staff and front of house who made sure the holiday and quick pace of NYE didn’t affect their hospitality and kindness.
Katrice Perry
Everytime I come to Hawthorne & Wood the experience is great. Cozy ambiance. The food 10/10, well seasoned and cooked. I’ve sat at the bar multiple times, at a table and been served in the private room with a group. Great service everytime! This time I sat at the bar and ordered from the winter tasting menu with the wine paring. I highly recommend. Each dish was served as described and tasted great. Nice parings too! My only issue was the steak been served a bit too rare for my liking. But I told my server and the cooked it a bit more and it was perfect.
… moreTroy W.
Went to Hawthorne & Wood for my anniversary. The restaurant itself is very clean and beautiful. It definitely fits the casual fine dining vibe. Our server was very enthusiastic and provided good service.
The food was slightly disappointing for the price that we paid. Although it was good, the portions were very small and it’s not like I was blown away by the taste. We got the Lamb Belly, Scallops, and Foie Gras.
… moreThe food was slightly disappointing for the price that we paid. Although it was good, the portions were very small and it’s not like I was blown away by the taste. We got the Lamb Belly, Scallops, and Foie Gras.
Annise Ginyard
My son brought me to Hawthorne & Wood for dinner, and it definitely lived up to everything I’ve heard. I’ve been wanting to try this spot for a long time, and I finally had my chance this week. I ordered the seared New Bedford scallops and my son had the sautéed flounder. We shared the gem salad and the roasted honeynut squash—every dish was outstanding.
The ambience is warm and inviting, the service was attentive, and the wine selection was excellent. A beautiful dining experience from start to finish. Highly recommend.
… moreThe ambience is warm and inviting, the service was attentive, and the wine selection was excellent. A beautiful dining experience from start to finish. Highly recommend.
Vanessa Crowley
Hawthorne & wood was such a fun and fascinating experience. I hope to experience the quality and service here that I do at all the restaurants I visit. Truly an unforgettable experience. My boyfriend and I made the trip for my Mom’s 55th birthday and were delighted with the atmosphere. While we had no reservations and they were a little bit too busy for a table, we were invited to sit at the bar (which was quite a treat for us chatty folk!). My boyfriend and mom had the burger, which from their words was incredible. I, however, was curious about their tasting menu. For $70, I received a five course meal consisting of numerous seasonal and fascinating dishes. I would like to add that the lamb tartare blew me away! I was so fascinated with the spices and combinations of the ingredients that I would have never expected to work so excellently together! I have never had a restaurant nor a dish pick my brain in such a manner. The bartender who mainly worked in front of where we sat provided interesting input and answered all of our questions. We were also provided with a fascinating explanation on their cereal for dinner cocktail and how it is made! (High recommend asking, so interesting!) I had additionally mentioned to the bartender that it was my mom’s birthday, and we were so graciously gifted an additional chocolate truffle dessert, which, while small, was incredibly rich and delicious. Such a beautiful visit with incredible food, new flavors, and kind staff! Thank you Hawthorne & wood!
… moreChih-kuan Tung
The food was good. The menu is not the longest, and if you’re picky, there may not be many items to choose from. Otherwise I enjoyed the place very much. It was by reservation only on Valentines Day.
… moreZoe de la varre
We had a wonderful dining experience here for our anniversary. The atmosphere was cozy and upscale, with a nice bar and comfortable booth and table seating areas. Food and drinks were delicious. No Surprises was a refreshing cocktail. We ordered the scallops and zucchini sticky cakes which were flavorful and cooked perfectly. We had a complimentary dessert for our anniversary which was a sweet touch. Can’t wait to come back!
… moreMario Alex Gonzalez
Classy, upscale and cozy dining experience with delicious and innovative dishes. Not a single sauce in any of the entrees we got disappointed in the slightest and everything was cooked to perfection. Great spot spot for a group dinner or celebration
… moreZachary Morseth
From start to finish, my experience at Hawthorne & Wood was phenomenal. We chose the chef’s tasting menu with wine pairings, and every course was a masterclass in flavor and presentation.
The evening began with a chilled pea soup accented with pistachio. This was vibrant, fresh, and the perfect opener. Next came perfectly seared scallops, delicate yet deeply flavorful. The third course, a tender pork shoulder with jalapeño and peaches, struck a flawless balance between savory heat and sweetness. The fourth course was a melt-in-your-mouth Angus beef filet, cooked to perfection and complemented by a robust red. To finish, the banana dessert was both comforting and inventive, a sweet finale that tied the meal together.
The wine pairings elevated each dish, highlighting the chef’s thoughtful menu progression. Service was attentive without being intrusive, and the atmosphere felt refined yet welcoming. Five stars without hesitation.
… moreThe evening began with a chilled pea soup accented with pistachio. This was vibrant, fresh, and the perfect opener. Next came perfectly seared scallops, delicate yet deeply flavorful. The third course, a tender pork shoulder with jalapeño and peaches, struck a flawless balance between savory heat and sweetness. The fourth course was a melt-in-your-mouth Angus beef filet, cooked to perfection and complemented by a robust red. To finish, the banana dessert was both comforting and inventive, a sweet finale that tied the meal together.
The wine pairings elevated each dish, highlighting the chef’s thoughtful menu progression. Service was attentive without being intrusive, and the atmosphere felt refined yet welcoming. Five stars without hesitation.
Stephen Vogel
30 minute wait for our reserved table wasn’t met with the level of care you’d expect from a $100+ per head dining experience in Chapel Hill on a Thursday. But maybe that’s just what run of the mill service costs these days.
Staff seemed very rushed and overall on the back foot about communication and creating an ambience worthy of the food they were trying to put out.
A few complimentary bar snacks were appreciated once we finally got to our table (but please don’t call the bread you’re making focaccia), however the vibe remained off. I guess to make up for their botched turn time, we were now the ones pushed to rush. As an example generally about how our time felt, I had a large last drink of my cocktail swiftly taken off the table unprompted. I wasn’t really in the mood or ever expecting myself to call the waiter out to hand it back.
The dishes were hit or miss. The beets were placed on a bed of an aioli akin to coleslaw dressing, the flounder dry instead of delicate, atop a “jasmine” rice (no fragrance or taste whatsoever) in a coconut milk base that lacked depth. It was really a dish held together by green onions and some decent quality garnishes.
The strip was very well prepared and plated, and I will give them that the quality of ingredients is a notch higher than other new American spots in the area, even in the dishes that just didn’t hit home. It just wasn’t particularly inspired and did not make up for the overall experience.
… moreStaff seemed very rushed and overall on the back foot about communication and creating an ambience worthy of the food they were trying to put out.
A few complimentary bar snacks were appreciated once we finally got to our table (but please don’t call the bread you’re making focaccia), however the vibe remained off. I guess to make up for their botched turn time, we were now the ones pushed to rush. As an example generally about how our time felt, I had a large last drink of my cocktail swiftly taken off the table unprompted. I wasn’t really in the mood or ever expecting myself to call the waiter out to hand it back.
The dishes were hit or miss. The beets were placed on a bed of an aioli akin to coleslaw dressing, the flounder dry instead of delicate, atop a “jasmine” rice (no fragrance or taste whatsoever) in a coconut milk base that lacked depth. It was really a dish held together by green onions and some decent quality garnishes.
The strip was very well prepared and plated, and I will give them that the quality of ingredients is a notch higher than other new American spots in the area, even in the dishes that just didn’t hit home. It just wasn’t particularly inspired and did not make up for the overall experience.