The pasta is so fresh and the dishes are so creative. Pasta is so good we keep forgetting to take pictures before finishing it! We have gone twice now and both times we were blown away and did not have a bad dish! We sat at the bar and the bartender is so knowledgeable and friendly we loved him! It's a cute little cozy place for dinner! read more

Figulina - Beet starter - Italian Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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My wife and I recently stopped by for their special Campania Night. Great food, great drinks, great service and ambiance. We spent almost $300 before tip, but the reason for the 3-star review is this: we felt highly insulted when we got the bill back after we gave our server our credit card, and the bill now had an added $7.xx charge on it because we dared use a credit card. How else were we gonna pay? Who carries cash? Should we have written a check? Really, if you're gonna play in the high-end restaurant game, build these fees into your meal prices, don't slap the customer in the face with a 3% fee for using the most common method of payment there is. We've been treating a night out to Figulina as a special treat since it's not a low-medium price establishment. Our bills there are usually in the $200 range for just my wife and I, but after the insult we were just dealt, not sure we'll make it back anytime soon. Lots of great other options out there. read more

This was an incredible dinner, and I think what was really the icing on the cake was our server, Melody. I was asked if there were any allergies at the table and I said I was very allergic the grapefruit. She right away asked the kitchen if they had any grapefruit and let me know that there wasn't any, which I really appreciated. I was just extremely grateful at how attentive and thoughtful that was and wanted to mention it. She was very attentive the entire meal and knowledgeable about the menu. It was three of us at the table and we were very much looking forward to this dinner, so we ordered two appetizers, four pastas, and one dessert to share. It was definitely more than enough to go around. We also ordered the bread to sop up the sauces, and I swear I could have ordered three more pieces just for the sauce alone. My favorite was the duck confit and chanterelle raviolo with sherry. That was INCREDIBLE. Can I buy a pint glass of the sauce please? We also ordered the tartare, the Market Lettuces, Orecchiette, Scarpinocc, and Rigatoni. All were beautifully made and presented. For dessert we had the sweet potato creme brulee with a ginger snap cookie and maple marshmallow on top. I had the Amaro Falso for a mocktail! All in all, what a wonderful dinner and experience. We will definitely be back! read more

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I am gluten free & dairy free (can do some butter / no cheese) and Figulina was amazing at accommodating for me! Normally when I go to an Italian restaurant I do not expect to have many options, but I was pleasantly surprised! Our waitress was great at telling me what they could make work for me. Overall great experience! read more

With a vibrant atmosphere, stylish branding, and fresh pasta, Figulina in downtown Raleigh is a fantastic spot for both indoor and outdoor dining. Friendly server had excellent recommendations. read more

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We ordered three pastas, and each one was in my top ten of all time. All three were singular and distinct, but not just a one-note bite. It was hard to choose a favorite, but I think the scarpinocc was my favorite. Mafaldine at a close second, and the agnolotti at a close third. I loved that you could see the fresh pasta being made in the kitchen, and I also love a cold High Life bottle with dinner. Cucumber gazpacho was fresh and different, and the bread was great too. Compared to some other high-end pastas in the area, this clearly won out for me. Great quality, portions, and craveability. Color me impressed. Will definitely be back soon! read more

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We booked this last minute for our anniversary.... It was perfect! We got the ricotta appetizer which was a perfect start. The waitress was so knowledgeable and suggested a wine that was great! The pasta window was fun while we sat at the community table ! Every dish we had was great and I would definitely go back ! read more

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Very trendy and aesthetic inside and patio! I ordered the carbonara and wasn't in love, but everyone else loved their meal! Would definitely return to try something else. read more

In a convenient location in the warehouse district of Raleigh is this great little pasta place. The ambiance was relaxed and service attentive. We split the shaved Brussels salad which was fantastic and we each enjoyed an entree. I looked around and noticed every other table had focaccia. Since I wanted to soak up all the delicious pasta sauce, I asked our server for some. She quietly said it was $3.00 a piece. I was like, um okay. Did everyone pay $3.00? Did it depend on what you ordered? I don't know and hated to ask. Overall, the food was great though my husband felt his portion was a little skimpy. I think this might be a good girls night spot - not too big portions and quiet enough to carry on a conversation! read more

Some of the most unique and delicious Italian I've ever had. The bread (costs $5 but is 100% worth it), the heirloom tomato, the risotto, the octopus, the drinks... all delicious! The food can definitely push you out of your comfort zone as far as what you think of when you think Italian in America, but it's all amazing. The service was perfect. Incredibly friendly staff who helped guide you through all the menus and food came out in appropriate times (I.e. not too fast where you're rushing through your dinner but no long waits at all). Ambiance is nice with the pasta window, indoor and outdoor seating, and bar seating if needed. Replacing the beloved Humble Pie meant there were big shoes to fill and I think Figulina stepped up and knocked it out of the park read more

Had an amazing visit for Valentine's Day! Service, food and ambiance were all perfect from start to finish. We will definitely be back!

Figulina is located in the space previously occupied by Humble Pie. My friend and I met up for dinner here and sat at the bar. We started off with drinks, it was a beer for me and one of the cocktails for her. After that we both had two pours of their still rose. For food we split the pistachio butter for an appetizer and the panna cotta for dessert. For our meals it was the Mafaldine for me and the Rigatoni for her. The drinks and all of the food were so good, I can't wait to return to try more soon. read more

Went for dinner and the handmade pastas did not disappoint! We shared the whipped ricotta and greens salad which were both phenomenal. The salad is surprisingly full of flavor. As a vegetarian there were three pasta choices which we had the gemelli and rotolo which had unique flavors and were cooked beautifully. My least favorite part of the meal (shockingly) was dessert. There was a bit of a wait for our table but we perused in the small shop in the restaurant. Otherwise the service was exceptional. read more

Figulina has done an excellent job transforming the Humble Pie space into a pasta-making Mecca. You can watch the chefs hard at work making wells in dough and forming the sheets for ravioli and agnolotti. Our service was a bit spotty but the food was wonderful. We tried the Doppio Ravioli, which was delectable with roasted carrots in half and rabbit confit in the other. The Pappardelle Bolognese was also hearty and flavorful. We also tried the Brussels which are served in a cold salad and the beets with whipped ricotta. My dinner companions did not love the soda bread that came with the lamb rillette but the dish itself was tasty. We will definitely be back for more of the fresh Italian pasta with an English twist! read more

Figulina - Pappardelle - Italian Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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It was disappointing. I don't like publishing bad reviews, but it is also important for customers to say what is wrong. Our reservation was for my wife's birthday. I told RESY and the waiter about it. Nobody offered us a cup of prosecco or a small pastry with a candle. The waiter moved us to another table because of a mistake in service. Surprising! We asked for bread and paid $10 for 2 small pieces of bread. My main course was suppose to be with rabbit and I only get few pieces inside my plate. It's something to reconsider. Also, it was very loud. Food was ok but nothing more. read more

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Loved this place! And service was great and the food was fantastic. We enjoyed everything we ordered. A must try in Raleigh! read more

Figulina - Italian Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

We were so sad to see Humble Pie close, yet excited to try its replacement. They kept the bare bones inside the building and kept decor very minimalistic. We really enjoyed the brussel sprout salad and lamb small plates to start. The pastas were very delicious; the gnocchi was very bright and the other short rib pasta was one of the most unique pastas I've ever tasted (very savory). We can almost never skip dessert and the chocolate mousse tart did not disappoint! The service was wonderful and still had that homey, Humble Pie feel. It was a little expensive but appropriate for handmade pasta. We look forward to coming back! read more

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We were here last week and continue to be disappointed. Mediocre pasta, high prices, mid ambiance. Horrible options for vegans and vegetarians. Even for the simple dishes, the Chef refuses to modify any dishes to be suitable for vegan/veg. Shame on the chef for the stubbornness and menu. It's 2025. Get with the times and your audience. None of our party of 6 will not be coming back. Other better suggestions -- Stanbury, Cucciolo, Mother and Sons, Farina read more

The food was terrific, and the service has some hiccups to get worked out -- but the staff was empowered to make all errors right with the customer, which is something I value tremendously. Staff was knowledgeable about ingredients and the wine list, and, eager to respond to your questions. Nothing surly or snotty in the staff here! Our pasta dishes were great, but I highly recommend the one with preserved lemon -- the other dishes were "this is very good, but something I have had before." The one with preserved lemon stood out. And the basic greens salad was fantastic (loved the seared garlic). I might hold off on ordering the salad with Pink Lady apples until they're back in season - it was a little bland in color, and thus less fun to eat. I was served a dish I hadn't ordered -- just a mistake. (And the dish I brought was fantastic.) No questions asked, no argument, the kitchen sent out the dish I had ordered. Also, we had been served a glass of wine with significant sediment in the bottom. Again - no questions asked, no argument - they whisked it away and poured something new. read more

Tried this hot new fresh made pasta place in downtown Raleigh on March 28. Coming from North Raleigh was slightly tricky as was not familiar with this part of downtown. The google map took us up Commerce street and said "arrived". Well, sort of. At that spot you are directly behind the restaurant. if there is a spot to park there grab it and you can cut thru the parking lot there. But I had no such luck and so went around the block to Harrington street which is the proper front. There is street parking there but it was already taken. We arrived at 5:15pm as we usually get dinner on the early side. But a business right next door at 313 Harrington made their parkting lot available for a fee so I just grabbed that. More expensive than street but right there and easy with a parking app as i recall. We were greeted right away and seated right away. The ambiance is comfortable, practiced casual if you will. Staff very professional, knowledgable and capable. Service was Excellent. We ordered, as pictured, a Lamb Rillette to start followed by a Cappelletti, Ravioli, and Campanelle. We finished with two Chocolate Tarts and a Panna Cotta for $129+tax and tip. Oh yeah I had a glass of Chianti. What to say. First, the ingredients are absolutely first rate. Everything was super fresh. Pasta was of course superb. Room for improvement? First, the menu in the end felt vegetarian with a nod to meat. Second, it tasted like the meat was cooked separately in a crock pot and then added in. Third, the seasoning and flavors were simple I guess. This led to an overall impression that the food was excellent but simple and needing more flavor, if you will. Hope that helps. Also bear in mind we were there not long after opening. Will definitely try again in future to see the evolution. read more

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A much needed Pasta joint in a great location. Parking was easy. We had a resy at the bar. We ordered the lamb which is cold fyi- i usually don't like Cold meat dishes but this was exceptional. We also had the charred cabbage and it was warm and comforting. The Rotolo is pictured and was something I had never had ( I'm uncultured) and it won't be my last time ordering it. My lady ordered the Nori Bucatini and it was super good as well. Would smash again. (The Bucatini) We ended with the chocolate tart. It was . read more

Figulina - Rotolo - Italian Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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You are going to leave hungry unless you order two dishes per person. The pasta is good, but nothing better than you can get at many other restaurants. If your gauge of quality food is mainly based on Raleigh, it's good. If you travel and have lived other places, it's average - with the portion sizes tipping the scale toward not returning. I give it two years before it closes, if it maintains its current format. People will try it because it's new. Most will not become regulars. read more

We were very excited to try this new pasta restaurant opened by Poole's Diner's former chef de cuisine David Ellis! We sat at the bar area, which was ironic since we weren't drinking. The ambiance and vibes of this place were amazing! One of the bartenders was very knowledgeable in the details of how the food is made, including how they use every bit of food that other restaurants may just throw off as scraps, which I absolutely love and appreciate. We started out with the pink lady apples chopped salad, which was incredibly delicious. The funk from the gorgonzola combined with the sweetness from the apples and roastiness from the hazelnuts made for a delicious, crunchy salad. The whipped ricotta appetizer was also recommended as the ricotta is made in house - the beets and olives were nice but we felt like this dish was missing something, perhaps some acidity and/or herbs, and the carrots were unnecessary here, although I suspect they may be scraps from other carrot dishes which I can appreciate the use of if this is the case. For entrees, I got the nori bucatini which was my favorite dish of the night - the pasta texture and shape was on point, the lump crab was cooked perfectly, and the black garlic butter sauce brought all the incredible richness and flavor. My husband got the ravioli with confit rabbit and this pasta was also incredibly well-made and perfectly thin - the puree on the bottom was made with leftover whey from the housemade ricotta as well as roasted carrots. We finished with the Videri chocolate tart which was rich and smooth, and the macerated strawberries were deliciously sweet (love in season strawberries!) read more

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Wonderful food, onpoint presentation, great outdoor atmosphere - home run! Add in a killer wine list, and you've got yourself a winner! Kudos! read more

Meh. Had this on my list for months now and was ultimately disappointed. While the whipped ricotta was light and summery, it had more huge tomato chunks than cheese. I was unimpressed. The carbonara was okay, more salty than flavorful. The wine was good, I guess. Service was nice and the bartenders were attentive. Ambiance was 0 stars...seemed they had no AC? I left with sweat dripping down my forehead and a soaked shirt. Really really wanted to like this place, but will not be back. read more

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I've had brunch and diner at Figulina. Both meals were tasty, but the general experience lacked specialness for the price point. The best aspect of both was the libation offerings. Last night I ordered Spizzulus pasta, and specifically asked the server about the amount of octopus so I could get some protein. He implied it was several ounces: it was in face tiny pieces which were totally overwhelmed by the sofrito sauce. You could easily enjoy the dish if you hated octopus . I suggest this restaurant for drinking and carb loading read more

Wonderful space filled with working chefs in a dedicated Pasta room. From starting plates to all the pastas, just order the whole menu, you can't go wrong!! read more

Figulina - Italian Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Brilliant chef working with his lovely wife to create a space filled with fine and very interesting dishes. The in house pasta creations offer a new taste sensation. The entrees may appear rather small at first blush, but the flavors really break through to offer exciting new tastes defining the chef's impressive taste and creativity. Formerly the chef at Poole's. He demonstrates his bona fides. The menu is small enough to try it all in two visits. Pasta with sardines, the absolutely freshest tuna I have ever enjoyed, a salad of great finesse and a lovely pumpkin creme brulee served a new temperature that was revealing. Think carefully about each dish and discover the revelations. read more

Second night open and I'm truly blown away!!! Everything was incredibly fresh tasting (we even saw the pasta being made!) and wonderfully thought out. Everyone in my party was raving about the food. We experienced incredible service and atmosphere. I'm not Italian, but this meal makes me wish I was. Make a reservation and give yourself plenty of time to park - it's worth it. read more

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Had to give this place a try since it's a brand new restaurant in Raleigh with homemade pasta in house. Made reservations and they require you to put a card down, I do not normally continue to place a reservation when places ask for this. We were seated right away as our reservation was for when it opened. Our waiter was super attentive and descriptive of the food, we barely had a chance to greet one another at the table. Each had a glass of wine to start and placed our food order. My friend ordered the Carbonara and I ordered the Duck Ravioli and focaccia bread. Our meal arrived in 5 minutes, way too quickly. Some people might enjoy a quick turn around but it seemed like they were trying to get us in and out as quick as possible. The carbonara was great, a standard dish with noodles that were very delicate and wavy. The ravioli was good, it is one big ravioli in gravy with mushrooms on top. It was a very savory meal, but for the price I would have preferred another as well. It was a unique twist on a classic dish and tasted a bit like a barbecue ravioli. Overall glad I tried the new restaurant, but do not believe I will need to stop again. Very expensive for a glass of wine and ravioli. The staff were great and outside patio is a great option. read more

Dinner tonight was great. Compliments to the chef and kitchen team. Can't wait to come back and try more.

The first time we went here was for brunch. I wanted to try the pasta so I ordered the carbonara. The noodles were just ok. The sauce was a heavy mix of cream and cheese. Not on the lighter side. And extremely salty. Last night four of us tried it for dinner. The market lettuces were very fresh. There was not as much roasted garlic as there was when I had it for brunch. I tried the bolognese tagliatelle. The pasta again was heavy. Not like a traditional light homemade pasta. The sauce wasn't prepared like a typical bolognese that one would be used to. It had a light touch of broth with pieces of meat. We asked for bread and beware the bread is five dollars a piece! Although very delicious For some reason the pastas here just don't taste homemade. My grandmother used to make homemade pasta and it was very light and airy. This tasted like the prepackaged type you can buy in a supermarket. When the glass of Chardonnay came it was all bubbly. My partner who is a chef asked why it was so bubbly and Chardonnay isn't supposed to pour with bubbles our server said , "Believe me. I'm well aware that Chardonnay isn't suppose to pour with bubbles. We aren't a James Beard award winner for nothing " He had a very bad attitude towards our table after that. He also misinformed us and told us that the pasta portions were the size of the bread dishes. When we turned around we saw other pasta people were eating and it was in a bigger bowl. I think he was aiming at us ordering a lot. The lemon drop martini I had was 1/4 full and tasted like it had hardly any liquor in it. A few friends of ours that were there who aren't foodies were asking the server basic questions he acted like he couldn't be bothered. He has no business shunning customers who ask questions. The menu changes I believe This menu wasn't really aimed to please It's not diverse enough for all If I go back it will be for brunch and I'll try an egg dish But they definitely won't see us for dinner again James Beard restaurants also come with excellent service. Not this one. read more

Waited 30 mins for food to come out though the restaurant was not busy during lunchtime. When the food came out, all the dishes were extremely salty to the point where we did not want to eat them. Price is expensive for the small portion size and food was not hot. We ran out of water due to the salty food, and no one came by to refill us. Hostess barely acknowledged us and was not friendly. Would not recommend coming here for the price point or the food. read more

Figulina - Carbonara-- tiny portion size and extremely salty food - Italian Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Overall, we had a solid dinner. Great service from our server Emily, who was very knowledgeable about the menu. I like the ambiance of the space and the half booths were fun. The fresh pasta itself was great, plates were a little smaller than we were thinking. Similar to other reviews the bolognese was more of a stroganoff vibe vs what most people think of when it comes to traditional bolognese. The eggs of the carbonara were a little scrambled. We also got the brussel salad (forgot to photograph). Desserts were fantastic- recommend both of them! I would return to try something a little more out there ( whipped ricotta, stuffed farfalle, and orecchiette all sounded fantastic) read more

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A fresh take on traditional Italian pasta meals! The pasta is homemade and there is a viewing room glass pane where you can watch the chef! Outdoor patio is lovely. Delicious! read more

Figulina - Italian Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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Great service and amazing food. Great refined perfect pasta at a higher level than other places. Rigatoni was our favorite. Pricing seems very reasonable for the quality of the food. We will be back soon with our friends! read more

Fresh house-made pasta was delicious. The tomatoes in the whipped ricotta appetizer were perfectly ripe - sadly more restaurants don't source truly vine ripened tomatoes in the throes of summer. They were superb! Watching the pasta maker at work is a great touch. Very enjoyable dinner. read more

Had really high expectations for this place. Pasta was good, but not sure it was worth the price. Started with tuna crudo - very good! Cannelloni was delicious, very unique flavor combination, husband had the carbonara, which was good, but nothing special. Cute restaurant and wonderful service! Worth a try, but won't be returning anytime soon. read more

Figulina - Malfedine - carbonara - Italian Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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Drinks were great. Food and service were awesome. I'll be back soon. Got the avocado toast

Figulina in the warehouse district has quickly become my favorite restaurant in Raleigh. Everything, from the salad and bread to the cocktails and pasta, is absolutely phenomenal. Highly recommended. read more

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