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Real Estate in Winston-Salem, NC
A 330-acre Innovation Quarter built out of the old tobacco district, plus the 18th-century streets of Old Salem.
Living in Winston-Salem
Local to Coastal Realty works Winston-Salem alongside Burlington and Greensboro, the three Triad markets buyers most often cross-shop. Winston-Salem blends an old-industry past with a growing research district, and it has some of the strongest history and arts offerings in the Piedmont.
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The Innovation Quarter
The Innovation Quarter is a 330-acre district on the eastern edge of downtown, built from the former R.J. Reynolds tobacco facilities and described by Visit Winston-Salem as one of America's fastest-growing urban research parks. Bailey Park, a 1.6-acre green space with a natural amphitheater and covered stage, is its social hub. Krankies has roasted its own coffee there since 2003, and the district also holds Six Hundred Degrees, Barcelona Burger, Cugino Forno, DeBeen Espresso, and Sushi Rose.
Old Salem, Reynolda, and Salem Lake
Old Salem Museums and Gardens preserves the Moravian town of Salem, founded in 1766 as the central town of Wachovia, the 100,000-acre Wachovia Tract the Moravians began settling in the 1750s. Reynolda is a 170-acre historic estate that includes Reynolda House Museum of American Art, built in 1917 by Katharine Smith Reynolds and R.J. Reynolds, and 134 acres of public gardens. The North Carolina Museum of Art, Winston-Salem, formerly SECCA, pairs contemporary exhibits with a mansion on a 32-acre lakefront estate.
Salem Lake covers 365 acres and has a seven-mile trail around it, with connections to the Salem Creek Greenway.
Where to Eat and Drink
Here are places worth knowing in Winston-Salem, organized by type and drawn from the area's official local guides. Menus, hours, and ownership change, so check before you go.
Restaurants and Brunch
- Young Cardinal Café (Winston-Salem). Named one of America's Top 100 Brunch Spots for 2024 by Yelp (No. 64).
- Bernardin's Restaurant at the Zevely House (901 W. Fourth St.). Seafood, lamb, veal, and beef in a historic Moravian home.
- Di Lisio's Italian Restaurant (301 Brookstown Ave.). Italian-American comfort food; known for its lobster ravioli.
- Forsyth Seafood Market & Café (108 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr.). Multigenerational family-owned seafood spot; known for the popcorn shrimp plate.
- Milner's American Southern (630 S. Stratford Rd.). Family-owned Southern classics; known for pecan-encrusted salmon.
- Mozelle's Fresh Southern Bistro (878 W. Fourth St.). Scratch-made, locally sourced Southern fare; known for tomato pie.
- Heff's Burger Club (285 W. Fourth St.). No-frills smashburger spot with a loyal following.
- East of Texas (907 S. Broad St.). Smoked meats, fresh sides, and a full bar; known for slow-smoked brisket.
- Thai Harmony (102 W. Third St.). Thai cooking; known for Thai roasted chicken.
- 1703 (Buena Vista). Classic French and new-Southern cooking; family-owned for over 20 years.
- Meridian Restaurant (Brookstown area). Casual-elegant with a shareable tapas menu.
- Ryan's Restaurant (Winston-Salem). Operating nearly a half-century; steaks, chops, seafood, and one of the Triad's largest wine lists.
- Fratellis Italian Steakhouse (Reynolda Mile). Certified Angus beef steaks and Italian dishes.
- Mission Pizza Napoletana (Downtown Arts District). Neapolitan-style pizza; ranked No. 21 on a list of America's Top 50 Pizzerias.
- Village Tavern (Reynolda Village). Opened in 1984; known for its tree-shaded patio.
- Finnigan's Wake (Downtown). Irish pub with a shaded backyard-style patio.
- The Old Fourth Street Filling Station (West End). A former gas station turned restaurant, with an oak-tree patio.
- Cagney's Kitchen (Multiple locations). All-day breakfast plus daily specials.
- Grecian Corner (Near Baptist Medical Center). A Winston-Salem landmark since 1970; gyros, souvlaki, and falafel.
- TJ's Deli (Robinhood and Country Club). No-frills sandwiches and soups, with homemade ice cream.
Barbecue
- Camel City BBQ Factory (Liberty St., Downtown Arts District). Lexington-style barbecue and brisket in a multi-level space with a game room.
- Honky Tonk Smokehouse (Winston-Salem). Texas- and Memphis-style barbecue, made to order.
Coffee and Bakeries
- ByGood Coffee (Near Old Salem). Small-batch roastery within walking distance of Old Salem.
- Bobby Boy Bakeshop (Robinhood and Reynolda Rds.). Artisan breads and pastries; a James Beard semifinalist in 2024.
- Camino Bakery (Downtown). Breads, quiches, and pastries made from scratch daily.
Breweries and Distilleries
- Foothills Brewing (Downtown and Kimwell Dr.). North Carolina craft pioneer pouring since 2005.
- Fiddlin' Fish Brewing Company (Downtown, near the ballpark). Brewery a few steps from downtown hotels.
- Joymongers Barrel Hall (Historic West End). Barrel-aged and flavor-infused beers.
- Sutler's Spirit Co. (West End). Known for floral-forward gin; tours by appointment.
For more places to eat and drink, browse Visit Winston-Salem's restaurant guide.
Buying or Selling in Winston-Salem
Whether you are buying a home in Winston-Salem or selling one, I compare it with Greensboro and Burlington using real sales, so you see each one on the same terms. Get in touch and we will walk you through the specific neighborhood, or see how I sell a home.
Sources
The local facts above come from these sources, checked in October 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Innovation Quarter?
It is a 330-acre district on the eastern edge of downtown Winston-Salem, built on the former R.J. Reynolds tobacco facilities, with research facilities, startups, restaurants, and Bailey Park.
How big is Salem Lake?
Salem Lake covers 365 acres, and its trail runs seven miles around the lake.
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