It's been well over 9 months since I last raved about Barcelona Wine Bar, located in the heart of…read moredowntown Raleigh. I am compelled to remind every resident and every visitor to make this a "must go to and enjoy" place for either brunch on Saturday or Sunday, or for dinner any night of the week. Go for the amazing cuisine, vast wine list, and stay for the outstanding service! Recently, we have found ourselves trying not to enjoy just our go-to favorites that are mainstays on the ever-evolving menu. We have been blown away by the flavors of the large plate option called Chicken Pimientos. Don't let the name throw you, because it's not super spicy, it just has a nice kick to it with delicious potatoes accompanying the very moist and flavorful chicken. The way the kitchen team at Barcelona handles the preparation of the eggplant caponata is impressive and very unique. Other favorites on the tapas section of the menu recently are stuffed piquillos, corn zucchini bunuelos (think fair food turned healthy!), Wagyu carpaccio, lamb kofta, and pulpo gallego. Remember that their tapas offerings rotate in and out, oftentimes based on the season and availability of fresh products. The wine offerings are unparalleled in the city of Raleigh, and when you visit for dinner on a Monday evening, every bottle is half-priced. Can't beat that for a way to jump-start your work week! We tend to sit at the bar on most visits as bartenders Kira and Cameron truly handle their bar with a welcoming vibe and impressive ease. General manager Jed is a visible leader of this great team and makes every guest feel appreciated. Awesome job all the way around!

We dined at Barcelona Wine Bar for Mother's Day. The restaurant decor is modern and beautiful. I…read moremust also not that our service was truly exceptional. We shared a glass of cava, which was crisp and delicious. I chose the aperitivo board and my husband ordered the paella mariscos. My husband lived in Spain for a while so he had high hopes for the paella; alas, it was very salty and the calamari was missing. It was so salty that we only had one or two bites. I keep telling my husband that he just shouldn't order paella in the US anymore. The manager was extremely accommodating and offered many options to help! The aperitivo board was divine. The items were bursting with flavors. My favorites were the marcona almonds, the aged manchego, and the potatas bravas. The table bread and oil were also fresh and delicious. There was another dish that I'm not sure if we ordered or if it was included, but the fish flavor was too strong for me so I passed on that. My husband enjoyed it though. I'd love to try some different menu options for our next visit.

Thoroughly enjoyed our late dinner at Stellar. The decor/design was so enchanting and comfy. We…read morewere able to snag discounted glasses of wine and ordered pommes dauphine for a starter. They were delicious, and the manchego sauce that came with them was lovely. For entrees we got the tuna and risotto. The tuna was melt in your mouth deliciousness. The risotto was packed with veg and the rice was cooked perfectly. Our service was great as well. Highly recommend checking this place out!

Enjoyed a nice dinner there. First time visiting under the new ownership. The owners were there…read moremeeting guests. Very personable and engaging. There were several people in there for dinner service which was nice to see. The place is good for intimate dinners or a group of 6 could enjoy a meal too as we saw two such groups that night. They have a decent wine selection and a few cocktails. Prices for a glass are good with some as low as around $11/12. The quality of the food is good and portions are nice. I removed one star because them main dish portion of the menu is small/limited. I would like to see a few more options here to choose from. I started with the cheese plate. It was delish and the warm bread with it made it perfect. I then had the sliders which is an entree as my meal. The beef tasted good and fresh. The fries were a bit cold upon arrival but still decent. The person with me had the skirt steak and enjoyed it. We will certainly be back again.

We were back at Foxcroft Food & Wine this weekend. A second, third, or fourth trip is usually a…read moregood sign. The North Hills spot ( 4421 Six Forks Road in Raleigh, beside Total Wine) feels settled in the best way. Comfortable, Welcoming, Cozy. We started slowly. A wine flight. Truffle fries with truffle aioli, parmesan, oregano. Marinated olives layered with citrus and herbs. Nothing too over the top, but generous and satisfying. The kinds of plates you keep reaching for without realizing it. For dinner, we had the the NY Strip (North Carolina pasture-raised Angus with Diane sauce and a French onion potato gratin). And the roasted whole fish (with hazelnut gremolata, citrus beurre blanc, and confit sunchoke). Both cooked to perfection, nothing missing, and absolutely delicious. What stuck with us the most htough, the service. Ben and Oscar were sharp, attentive, and present without being overbearing. They made the evening feel even more incredible. Some places try hard to impress - Foxcroft Food & Wine just delivers (time and time again).

Foxcroft is located in the North Hills area. Once we arrived we were seated right away. I loved the…read moredecor in the restaurant with multiple wine bottles on display. The business was clean and there is also a bar inside. The restaurant has a large selection of wines and offers flights for purchase. The restaurant had some people dining in but they were not overly packed. Initially our server was pleasant and attentive. I got a blood orange sparkling water. It was ok. I ordered the whipped ricotta for an appetizer to share and a burger with fries for my entree. The whipped ricotta was ok. It would taste better with some sort of seasoning in it. My fries were served hot but needed some salt. I asked for my burger to be cooked well done but I was brought a burnt burger. I took one bite but it was too overcooked. I then requested that my server have my burger be cooked medium well so I didn't get another burnt burger. When my burger was brought back out, our server had me cut into my burger to make sure it was to my liking. The preparation was better but it was bland and tasted like there wasn't any seasoning on it. After this our server wasn't as attentive anymore. For dessert we got the donuts. They were served warm and I enjoyed them with the cherry sauce. I did not like the chocolate sauce that was served with the donuts.

Draft & Vine is a great place to grab a beer (or wine) and meet with friends. My wife and I visit…read morethe Raleigh area once or twice each year and always make sure we stop at Draft and Vine. The staff is great. They have great food trucks. I usually get a flight and I'm never disappointed. Just a great selection! Try it out!

My friend brought me here for a quick bite to eat (they host food trucks on a rotating basis) and a…read morebeverage. The staff is amazing and very personable. Every time I go in, I am greeted with a smile. I love that you get to sample what you want before committing to a beverage. It's a great place to come with a few friends or even after dinner. I like it and the drinks are amazing.

The event food was excellent The service was wonderful…read more The Ambiance was quaint and they have outdoor seating when the weather in NC AGREES I really enjoyed going and experiencing something new. I don't drink but I am always looking for great gift ideas for the people that do. This is a great place to go to fall in love with new and unique wines.

Cute little wine shop with a little area where you can get a glass of wine and/or a tasting. The…read moreservice was really great and they were knowledgeable about the wine. We got a free wine tasting on a Saturday and they gave 3 pours of different wines. The first one a Rose was really great. If I lived here I would frequent this place!

A hidden gem coffee shop! It's in an unassuming location (attached to the lobby of a Residence…read moreInn), but has great service and fun, unique coffees! I got a blueberry pie latte that well exceeded expectations! It had a homemade blueberry syrup that had a hit of cinnamon and spices, that was surprisingly not overly sweet. One of my new favorites in Raleigh!

Great lattes Friendly Staff…read moreComfortable Coffee shop feels! Don't let the Residence Inn Location throw you off Not sure about their food, didn't try it but they do have decent to go grabs and can warm up some breakfast sandwiches or pastries

Look forward to returning to Lucci's…read more Food was great, nice selection of wines Friendly staff Thank You for a nice Experience !!!

Great place if your local and want to sit and sip wine. Stopped in while traveling through for a…read morequick lunch. Waited 25 minutes for a Chicken Caesar Salad and the chicken was dried out and cold. Cute place but not good for a quick lunch spot.

What a fun Yelp event at the most adorable place. Kuddos to Hailey for setting up wine tasting and…read moretrivia night. It was great to meet other Yelp Elites. The place was awesome. Who would ever think that a Yoga Studio and wine bar would be such a great combination. The decor is eclectic and unique. It has outdoor & inside seating. The owner is such an incredible woman. Truly shows how much she loves what she does. I can't believe they have been open for so many years. Not sure when I wound have the chance to do yoga but I definitely want to come back for the special events. There's gonna be a country concert in Oct that sounds like a blast. Such a wonderful opportunity to be apart of the Yelp Elite crowd. I never would have found this place if it wasn't for the Yelp event. Highly recommend anything Zin Yoga Studio & Wine bar has to offer.

Zin Yoga Studio is such a welcoming and beautiful space. I attended a 7am class on Thursday, and it…read morewas the perfect way to start my day--you can bring your own gear, or borrow all the things, such as mats, blocks, and blankets. Kara, the instructor, is incredibly knowledgeable and created a class that was both gentle and challenging. She guided us with encouragement toward mindfulness, which felt like such a refreshing reminder in a world constantly buzzing with electronics. Her words helped me pause and reflect on how fortunate I am to have a body that allows me to wake up and enjoy yoga. I left feeling grounded, grateful, and ready for the day.