First Timers. Hubs had the Crab Bisque complete with fresh crab pieces on top; I had the Cape Fear…read moreChowder. We couldn't decide which was better, they were both delicious, not at all the cafeteria restaurant soup we almost expected, but very homemade. $5 a cup, but $3.90 since we ordered lunch menu items. Well worth the money! Lunch was Fish 'n Chips for me; super good crispy fried white fish, not greasy at all, which is the sure fire way to ruin any fried meal. The fries are really good, too, almost McDonaldy. Comes with tartar, ketchup, malt vinegar (asked for), and a really good garlic aioli. Hubs had Shrimp Risotto, which was blackened shrimp over really creamy risotto with red peppers, scallion, and tomato. Delicious. Also couldn't decide who got the better lunch. Our lunch specials were less than $15 each, a bargain today, and we each took half home. Hubs also had a beer, and I had the house Cabernet, which was really smooth. Around $50 for everything; didn't mind spending that at all since everything was so good. Really glad we found this newer place; fingers crossed it doesn't go the way of so many downhill the longer they're here.

Nice dinner here, the service was slightly slow, but the restaurant was absolutely packed. It's not…read morea very large restaurant either so we gave our servers some grace for the delay on the drinks. The crab dip was very good, we ordered the chicken fettuccine, the blackened salmon and the shrimp and grits. Our entrées were very good. Parking was a bit crazy on a Saturday night., if you're local, you know why. Would definitely visit here again.

Ambiance just great comfortable sitting and drinks. Enjoyed just laid back couch. Want to go back…read moresoon and get the summertime feel.

The inside of this place is really cool and neat. We loved the live painting and music. Lots of fun…read moredecor-- skeleton keys, playbills, theater posters. They had a small section for books and things. It was neat. The tables are really small and the drinks were just okay. We had 6 with us and it wasn't great for a crowd. Maybe only 2-4 would be better.

We went to the Heritage Grille over Thanksgiving weekend. My wife had a chicken dish which was…read morevery, very good. I had fish which was very good. Our daughter had the bolognese which was very good and her boyfriend had the rib eye which was good. The service was very good also. Why not 5 stars? Only the chicken was a home run. Everything else was good, but not over the top good. We would definitely come back. While I would like to try some other things on the menu, I would not hesitate to order the same meal again. The restaurant was comfortable. We sat in the dining room which was nice. The wine room seemed a bit cozier.

Every bite of the March Wine Dinner was pure magic. Chef Paul truly outdid himself with the…read more4-course pairing. I was so obsessed with the food that I only walked away with two photos--I was too busy enjoying the moment! Can't wait to come back for another round. Such a gem in Wake Forest!

We loved our experience here. There's bigger tables in the back with a live band playing on the…read moreweekends. The vibes were top tier and drinks were good. Definitely a small little bar in town but worth it to go hang out and have a good time!

Had been wanting to try this place for awhile but left half full cocktails on the table. The…read morebartender looked at me crazy when I asked if they had any "Smokey bourbon drinks" (to the point a fellow customer looked at me and said "that wasn't a crazy question"). Appeared to have a couple beer specials on certain nights and you could likely grab a beer or glass of wine easy but maybe not a place for mixology. Location is at least quite convenient.

Really REALLY good Mexican food at this spot in Gateway Commons. It was packed on a Weds night,…read morealways a good sign! Menu is straighforward, all of the usual Mexican fare is listed. Tried the Fajita Quesadilla. A beautiful and well stuffed quesadilla is grilled then quartered for the plate. Served with rice and shredded lettuce, guac, pico and sour cream. The portion is big, it's served piping hot within minutes. Margaritas are cold and well mixed - not too strong, not too weak. Shout out to Luis, who took care of us. He is super-attentive, charming, funny and pleasant and does a great job. As an example - we split our entree... and without being asked he brought an extra plate. This might not seem like a big deal, but somehow this nearly never happens unless we ask. Great work, Luis - thank you! This may well turn out to be our go-to Mexican spot in town. GO!

All Mamacitas are not the same! A few weeks ago I reviewed…read morethe Mamacitas on Capital Blvd - good food and drink with underwhelming service and atmosphere. So we tried the one in Heritage Commons - COMPLETE GAME CHANGER! The food and drink was even better because the staff was friendly, engaging and efficient - and the decor and ambiance wa-a-aay more pleasing and comfortable. I got the exact same things - margarita, wings, and carne asada burrito - the tastiness and presentation of the margarita made my eyes roll back in ecstasy - and the food was delish. I've seen other Yelper's reviews, mostly positive, and gotta tell ya: GO EXPERIENCE IT FOR YOURSELF - you won't be disappointed. Very affordable, relaxing and unpretentious - the robot server was a nice surprise and perfect accent. GO. SOON.

First time visiting. Food is authentic. I had the Sopa de Mariscos; was very good. Definitely…read morewill return to try other items on the menu.

We live in North Raleigh, so it's about a 25-minute drive to Wake Forest. The upside is that once…read moreyou're there, shopping and dining are all close together--making it a convenient outing. After running errands, we drove just six minutes to El Chapin, a Guatemalan restaurant. Forget Tex-Mex--this is a completely different Latin cuisine experience. The two of us spent $76 (including tax and tip), but we intentionally ordered extra to take home leftovers. Parking was easy, right out front, and the restaurant itself is spacious. Since we arrived just a few minutes after opening, we had the place to ourselves at first and were seated immediately. Service was prompt and very helpful--the server even suggested we might have ordered too much food (he was right, but we didn't mind!). Here's what we tried: Plato Chorizo y Longaniza - a sausage platter with salad, rice, refried black beans, and two delicious housemade corn tortillas. Pollo Adobado - marinated chicken with rice, salad, refried black beans and two housemade corn tortillas . Ceviche de Camarón - fresh and tangy, though light on shrimp, which tasted a bit tough Fried Plantains - perfectly done, sweet, and satisfying. Plus, I had an unsweetened iced tea with lemon. The highlights for me were the flavorful rice (with vegetables mixed in, including carrots and squash), the marinated chicken, and the sausages. The plantains were also excellent. The ceviche had great flavor but could've used more shrimp. The only miss for me was the salad--generous in portion but iceberg-based, so a bit bland. Overall, the food was fresh, flavorful, not heavy or greasy, and we left with enough for another one or two meals. We'll definitely be back.

Service was excellent Food was amazing the fish fresh…read moretasted like out of the sea Wine list was extensive

Shrimp scampi is spot on. They are real big fresh shrimp, not frozen shrimps. The pasta tastes…read morelike home made. This is our favorite dish of all. The rolls are pretty good specially the balsamic reduction mixed in olive oil creates a sweet taste. The mussels are pretty good. They are not overcooked at all. And unlike those in Chinese buffet these mussels have no bad foul smell. The flounder is ok. The butter and white wine sauce does not mix well with the fish at all. It is pretty bland. We expect a stronger flavored sauce to go with the flounder. Rigatoni Bolognese is on the other hand abit salty. The meat however is fresh and tasty. They dont taste like ground beef like any other restaurants. The pasta should be cooked alittle more. Overall we enjoy our meals. The ingredients are like fresh-made not from groceries. The dishes seem to be cooked by real Italian chefs. The service is super.

New Mexican spot in Wake Forest. Still experiencing a few "opening jitters" but I'm sure those get…read moresmoothed out as time goes on. It's a typical Mexican restaurant menu, with all of the standards - tacos, burritos, etc. Warm chips and house-made salsa are served at seating. Drinks from the bar are huge. One of the specialty drinks needed re-made because it just wasn't right, but the margaritas are spot-on. Portions are big, food is fresh and served piping hot. Stuffed jalapeños were pretty good, but not sure they are house made. The shrimp burrito is STUFFED with plump, flavorful shrimp and vivid pico de gallo. Refried beans, rice all very good. Definitely will add to the rotation.

I've been hearing great things about Aye Toro in the local Wake Forest groups online. We decided to…read morecheck them out before trivia next door. Our waitress was awesome, she was friendly and quick with the service. We ordered a couple of drinks and they were delicious. Unfortunately, those were the only two things we enjoyed about Aye Toro. The food was extremely bland, almost flavorless. When my husband and I took our first bites, we both looked up at each other and both knew exactly what the other was thinking. There was no spice, nothing. Mexican food is supposed to be flavorful but this was like...boiled chicken without the spices. For $17 for a plate of bland food, I was super disappointed and felt like I wasted $80 for the night (two meals and two margaritas with a 20% tip). When we come back for trivia, we might stop by for margaritas beforehand but I can't imagine Aye Toro staying in business if they keep serving flavorless meals. I know this review is harsh but spending that kind of money on this lackluster dinner is even harsher.

I stopped by while in the area. I find interest in late-night dessert bars, especially since it's…read morean untapped market in the Triangle area. I could hear the live music playing from outside. Sounded nice. The decor and lighting were nice here. The staff who I spoke to upon entering seemed unenthused. There were no pleasantries. Nothing about the customer service upon entering felt warm and welcoming. Overall, very nice place, clean and spacious with plenty of seats. I ordered the carrots cake which was very good. I also had prosecco. I decided to eat half and take the remainder home. When I approached the counter for my to-go box I feel there was a smile and a more pleasant demeanor from the other staff. Had I received the enthused and consistently pleasant demeanor from ALL staff members that I witnessed other customers receiving - this would easily have been a 4*.

I first learned about Cravin' Confections at a Yelp Elite Event. It is located in the new…read moreWheatfield Shopping Center. It is one of the shops currently open in the shopping center. This shopping center has its own traffic light too so it is easy to get in and out of it. The staff is very friendly here. The space is open with many tables to sit and enjoy what you buy. They offer desserts; cocktails; savory food and even lunches to go although those must be pre-ordered. The focus is on high quality ingredients and from local vendors. After sampling six desserts I knew I needed to buy some to take home with me. I also knew the temperatures would be dropping and that I love hot cocoa when it is chilly out so was excited to see the hot cocoa bombs. Then there were macarons too. I would have preferred that the items to be labeled so I didn't have to ask the flavors. The bakery can be rented out for private parties.

Unwined has an inviting lounge space and wine cabinet worth stopping in to browse. I did that on my…read morefirst visit and took home a French red blend. This review marks my second visit. I'm here to buy a bottle to pair with my holiday meal plans. I want to thank Diana for taking time to chat with me and help me choose a bottle. She remembers me from my first visit. I didn't have a chance to check out the rooftop space, but that's for my third visit! I also bought a glass of white wine for a reasonable price and enjoyed it in the lounge space. You get a small discount on your purchase if you pay with cash. I recommend doing so when buying multiple bottles as the card fee does add up. Unwined has a special spot in my heart. I look forward to returning next time I'm in Wake Forest.

Absolutely gorgeous setting on White Street in downtown Wake Forest! Perfect spot for a birthday…read moremeet up with friends! Beautiful rooftop view! Plenty of drinks options to suit everyone and restaurants and food trucks nearby for dinner "carry in"! There was also a yoga class happening, which I need to check out!!