Monterrey Mexican Restaurant
0.4 miles listed by Marriott
Mexican favorites and margaritas. A convenient option close to the hotel.
Check current hours before heading over.
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Stay right here
A meal or a drink without leaving the hotel.
Blue Corners Bistro & Bar
Southern-inspired American dishes, breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks. The easiest place to gather with fellow attendees without arranging transportation.
Published dining hours
Breakfast: daily 6:30–11 AM
Lunch: daily 11 AM–2 PM
Dinner: Sun–Thu 5–10 PM; Fri–Sat 5–11 PM
Breakfast: daily 6:30–11 AM
Lunch: daily 11 AM–2 PM
Dinner: Sun–Thu 5–10 PM; Fri–Sat 5–11 PM
Breakfast is available for a fee. Room service is also listed. Ask the front desk about bar service hours and conference-week changes.
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Close by for a meal
Most convenient when you have a break between sessions.
Kipos Greek Tavern
About 5–10 minutes by car
Greek cooking with wood-fired dishes and a lively tavern atmosphere at Eastgate.
A good choice for a shared dinner; reserve for a group.
bartaco
About 5–10 minutes by car
Tacos, rice bowls and cocktails at University Place. A relaxed option for lunch or dinner.
Cashless. Check the restaurant’s waitlist before you go.
The Flying Biscuit Café
About 5–10 minutes by car
All-day breakfast and lunch at University Place, with biscuits, grits and a patio.
Mon–Fri 7 AM–3 PM; weekends 7 AM–4 PM.
Stoney River
1.7 miles listed by Marriott
A lodge-style steakhouse for a more substantial dinner and a glass of wine.
Smart casual; check reservations and hours.
Hawthorne & Wood
3.5 miles listed by Marriott
A polished dinner option featuring local and global flavors, cocktails and wine.
Plan ahead and reserve, particularly for a group.
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Downtown dining & drinks
Head to Franklin Street for a meal and a change of scenery.
Top of the Hill Restaurant & Brewery
About 10–15 minutes by car
A Chapel Hill staple overlooking Franklin Street. Pair dinner with house-brewed beer and downtown views.
100 E. Franklin Street, 3rd floor. Check dining and late-night hours.
The Crunkleton
About 10–15 minutes by car
Classic cocktails and an extensive spirits selection. An easy stop after dinner on Franklin Street.
320 W. Franklin Street. Listed hours: daily 4 PM–2 AM.
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Fun things to do
A little art, fresh air or entertainment before or after the conference.
Silverspot Cinema
About 5–10 minutes by car
Catch a movie at University Place. Pair it with nearby bartaco for a simple dinner-and-movie evening.
Select Chapel Hill on the cinema website for showtimes and tickets.
Franklin Street & UNC campus
About 10–15 minutes by car
Browse downtown shops, then walk onto the UNC campus for a look at the Old Well.
Allow about 60–90 minutes. Use designated public parking and check posted rules.
Ackland Art Museum
About 10–15 minutes by car
Explore art from different periods and cultures just off Franklin Street. A good indoor stop before dinner downtown.
101 S. Columbia Street. Wed–Sat 10 AM–5 PM; Sun 1–5 PM; closed Mon–Tue.
North Carolina Botanical Garden
About 10–15 minutes by car
Stroll the display gardens or explore the Piedmont Nature Trails for a peaceful outdoor break.
100 Old Mason Farm Road. Display gardens: Tue–Sun 9 AM–5 PM. Enter via the main entrance; some other access points remain closed.
Coker Arboretum
About 10–15 minutes by car
A five-acre garden on the UNC campus with trees, lawns and benches. Combine it with Franklin Street or the Old Well.
Best enjoyed during daylight. Check the garden website for access updates.
Morehead Planetarium & Science Center
About 10–15 minutes by car
Planetarium shows and science exhibits on the UNC campus. Especially useful if you stay into the weekend.
Closed Mon–Thu. Friday 2:30–6 PM; Saturday 10 AM–6 PM; Sunday 1–6 PM. Check showtimes before going.
Cat’s Cradle
About 15–20 minutes by car
Catch a concert in neighboring Carrboro. The main room and Back Room host separate shows.
300 E. Main Street. Oct. 14: Brigitte Calls Me Baby; Oct. 16: Cosmic Charlie does JGB. Listed shows start at 8 PM. Check tickets and the exact venue—some promoted shows are elsewhere.
Before you head out
Drive times are rough planning estimates from the Sheraton, not live routing. Mileage labels are from Marriott’s nearby dining list. Use Directions for the actual route and travel time.
The hotel is outside downtown. Driving or rideshare is the simplest choice for these outings; proximity alone does not indicate a convenient walking route. For downtown parking options, visit Park on the Hill.
Check menus, hours, reservations and ticket availability on the linked official websites. For larger dinner groups, call ahead. Local outings are optional; leave time for your conference sessions and scheduled meals.