"Il Palio, located in the Siena Hotel, is Chapel Hill’s go-to for high-end Italian cuisine. There’s linguine alla vongole with North Carolina clams, a wagyu beef carpaccio, and wood-grilled octopus with nduja. A $95 family-style chef’s tasting menu ($140 with wine) is always available, with the staff creating a menu based on your preferences. Speaking of wine, Il Palio has one of the most extensive collections of Italian wines in the Triangle." - Matt Lardie