Not my first time at Irregardless but my first time for brunch there. Food is always top notch and this was no disappointment. With a gluten free diet it is rare that I can get a waffle at a restaurant, but Irregardless had a crispy, light, gluten free waffle that was delicious. My only complaint is that I wanted more! Beautiful spring day. We ate inside but all the doors and windows were open letting in fresh air. A musician was playing -- so excited for live music again! Good, quick service. Update: was there for dinner last night and as usual it did not disappoint. Had the falafel appetizer and the goat cheese salad. Both were amazing. Good service, too. read more

Irregardless Cafe - Gluten Free Waffle - New American Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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We did a friend's going away dinner here on Sunday. Our server's name was Jess. She was super sweet and well versed in the menu (which helped because we had a lot of dietary restrictions). I had the mahi mahi with a side salad and the garlic mashed potatoes. It was so good until I realized my mahi mahi needed to be cooked longer. I asked them to cook it more but they just gave me a whole new filet. It has the perfect smoky taste. So why am I giving it 3 stars? Out of the 6 of us that ate there 3 ended up having stomach issues. It was my second time here and I do love the atmosphere and vibe, so I would return but I would be careful. read more

Came to this place for brunch on sunday and it was packed. Luckily I had a reservation so the wait was minimal. I chose this place because of the many vegan options as my party had many dietary restrictions. I got the brisket sandwich which was overall okay. There was a little too much dressing on mine which made the sandwich kinda soggy. The orange juice was the best I've ever had in my life, no question. The scones were good and my girlfriend enjoyed her vegan pastry. The service was good our waiter was friendly and attentive despite how many customers were being served. Seriously get the orange juice. read more

Irregardless Cafe - Pumpkin scones (free) - New American Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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I don't normally try vegan/vegetarian places when I travel, but I'm always down to try new things. Keeping your options open is important as a foodie and I was not disappointed. The service was good, as our waitress gave solid recommendations. The atmosphere was quite nice on Easter Sunday. The inside was very comforting especially for brunch. For food, I ordered the Vegan Burrito while my friends had the Brisket Sandwich, Avocado Toast, and Strawberry Salad. My burrito was spicy, filling, and flavor, as it was loaded while having a sauce on the side. Everything tasted fresh and was flavorful. Overall, vegan/vegetarian place was the bomb.com and I recommend it to anyone who's visiting Raleigh. read more

Irregardless Cafe - Vegan Burrito - New American Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

First time visit with my family. It was amazing. Outdoor seating, great people watching and even better food. We shared the goat cheese salad, fried okra and esquites to start. All yummy. My husband had the pesto pasta, my son the chicken and I have the spanakopita. Mine was the best and everyone loved their food. I could have had another plate because it was so good. No wonder it is an original recipe. The inside is beautifully decorated. Already can't wait to return. read more

The Thanksgiving meal for two cost over $150 for two entrees and two glasses of wine plus a couple of small sides and three yeast rolls. The sliced turkey entree was essentially sliced deli-meat turkey in a ho-hum gravy. The sides were very small and blech at best. The string bean casserole was really limp green beans in a tiny flan with some ho-hum gravy and prefabricated onion rings from a can sprinkled over it. The garlic mashed potatoes was two small sorbet sized scoops of mashed potatoes with some garlic powder thrown on it. The three yeast rolls were small cupcake tin sized like one buys at Food Lion. The two glasses of wine were OK but nothing special. This cost over $150. Irregardless used to be a really special place with food worth the somewhat extra price. Not anymore. read more

One of the better brunches we've shared in a while!! This place was serene, with live music and a very friendly staff. The food was delicious and prepared with the utmost detail! DONT LEAVE RALEIGH WITHOUT SITTING DOWN HERE FOR A MEAL. read more

Irregardless Cafe - Garden Frittata - New American Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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We used to eat at Irregardless frequently but stopped after a bad experience in 2021 where the Thanksgiving dinner we preordered was terrible! We had not eaten there since then until yesterday. We decided to try them again during restaurant week and they won us back! The food was perfect! Every dish from the restaurant week menu had the perfect amount of salt/ sweet and so well seasoned. Great options for vegans, gluten-free, and carnivores. Looking fwd to visiting again soon! read more

A good place to enjoy excellent food and drinks. A place to lose track of time. A place for experience. Got the beet tartare as a starter. It was a plentiful helping of an arrangement of textures and flavors. I went with the cauliflower steak as a main course. The sweet potato pairing was a wonderful wintry feeling. The atmosphere was warm with a pianist playing lively hits. Overall, it was a great experience. The staff were very friendly and helpful. read more

Irregardless Cafe - Cauliflower Steak - New American Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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This place was so cute! We came on a Saturday morning and there was wonderful live music and the most lively ambiance. I ordered a delicious brunch cocktail made with pecan and honey rum and cacao and plant cream and it was soooooo delightful! I got the root hash with lots of veggies and poached eggs and it was so fresh and tasty, though could use a bit more salt/spices/seasoning!!! My partner got a burger which he seemed to really enjoy as well. The scones took forever to come out but were delicious when they did!! Definitely would recommend for a yummy weekend brunch!! read more

Irregardless Cafe - root veggie hash :) - New American Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

The food was very good and the staff was friendly and accommodating. The menu however was limited and the portion sizes could have been larger. read more

We were in town for the first round NCAA tournament. I did some research and found this gem of a brunch place. My buddies made fun of me since I'm into brunch lol however when they went it made them a believer!! Service was excellent despite it being very busy. Food was delicious. If I was local I would frequent the restaurant. read more

I loved this place! We went for a date night last week and we were seated in their outdoor patio area. Really quaint. I didn't see anything on the menu that I wouldn't be open to trying, which makes for a great restaurant, in my opinion. I had the shrimp and grits and they were phenomenal--also cheaper than most I've had in the past. My date had the noodle bowl, which was interesting and different with a hint of spice. Also...half price wine bottles. Yes, I said it. And multiple desserts. You have to come here. Hoping they'll bring back the live jazz after covid. read more

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Found this treasure on Yelp.In town for 1 night & picked the perfect spot for a vegetarian. Awesome in all ways. The food & service were great. The atmosphere was fun. When in town will definitely return! read more

Irregardless Cafe - New American Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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In Raleigh for a quick meeting but stopped by Irregardless for dinner and so, so good. I shoulda snapped a pic of our food but honestly their insta is better so go there. But food, drinks great. Cool vibe with live music and in a great neighborhood. Check with Luke. He was our waiter and everything he suggested was perfect. The crab dip is freaky good. Cheers y'all. read more

We had a reservation for Sunday brunch for a party of 6, and the wait to get seated wasn't long, but the place was packed. Our server was friendly and very attentive during our meal. I had a Bloody Mary and shared the shrimp & grits and smoked salmon benny with salad instead of potatoes! The Bloody Mary was definitely among one of the *worst* I've ever had and lacked garnishes like lemon, lime, celery, pickled green beans, and the seasoned rim, but the shrimp and grits were AMAZING and so full of flavor. I normally never order anything with shrimp, but it was happiness in every bite! The smoked salmon benny was *just okay* as it lacked that color pop from a simple garnish like chopped parsley and the hollandaise was lacking and too runny, which will absolutely make or break a benedict for me. When it's a small $16 benny, I'd like to know it's worth it. read more

The place is currently offering dine-in, as well as having a small space on the hilly side-street set aside for those waiting for pickup. Ordering online was a hassle (I was originally directed to Toasttab, but they had disappeared from the app so I ended up on Chownow). They have an eclectic menu with vegetarian/vegan options, and I ended up with a black bean and quinoa burger with avocado in a spinach wrap and a "saag paneer" with coconut curry and tofu instead of cheese. The burger gave the flavor I'd hoped for and was filling; the home fries that it came with had skin on but were pretty basic. The curry had a nice mango chutney on the side which made the flavors much richer. Altogether, it wasn't quite the portion size I'd hoped, nor quite as complex as I'd hoped, but I could see why the place would be a great meetup spot for a diverse group given the variety they offer. read more

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Service was excellent. I didn't like how smoky the tea was (it was smoked on purpose) and they quickly pivoted to replace. The halibut was incredible. read more

My favorite restaurant in Raleigh! Every time I come here the food is amazing. The menu is always rotating due to seasonal produce but there are some classics that are mostly always on the menu. There is always multiple vegan, vegetarian, meat-eater, and gluten free options on the menu at all times so it is the perfect restaurant for groups of people with different diets. The vegan burrito is my all time favorite dish from here & every single person I show it to loves it. They have great service & the staff is always very nice. Inside is super cool, they have cool art up & a lot of the time there is live music (like on the weekend during brunch). They also have a few outdoor tables which are great to sit at when the weather is nice. If you're going for brunch make a reservation because it gets busy! They also have a waitlist for the walk-up people. read more

Wonderful food! The service was great! We also enjoyed the musician. Great ambiance. It has been open since 1975. They offer wonderful vegetarian dishes. read more

The cafe has significantly reduced the tables and spread things out to ensure distance from other diners The menu featured many gf options as well as a number of vegan options We enjoyed the pumpkin waffle for the table to share, and it was incredible Looking forward to being back soon read more

Irregardless Cafe - Pumpkin waffle - New American Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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Thankfully their cooking is far better than their English grammar....in fact I wish I wasn't from out of town! Three of us went, all non-vegetarian, and had delightful vegan meals by any standard. Chorizo puff, mushroom stroganoff and Maitake Mac and Cheese. ALL superb. Followed by a peppermint brownie ice cream sandwich (both gluten free and vegan)...that was as good as anything. Great service, great musicians and lovely atmosphere. Hope I get to go back some day! read more

Irregardless Cafe - a neon sign on the side of a building - New American Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Nice atmosphere and the service was pretty good. Out of three meals ordered, only one was enjoyed: the black eyed pea falafel pita. The pimento cheese sandwich had too much going on and my friend tried a bite and chose not to eat anything else. I got the grilled chicken sandwich, and thought the fried onions piled on it made it hard to taste anything else. read more

Visited on a Saturday for brunch with my sister before going to the Dreamville festival. We were late for our 11:45am reservation, but were still able to be seated. They were busy from the outside to the inside, there were a lot of people. After being seated we reviewed the menu while waiting for our server. They offered quite a few vegan options and gluten free options. When our server came over we asked a few questions and ordered water and mimosas while making our final decision. My sister ordered the vegan burrito with grits and vegan cheese. I ordered the T.B.L.T. but substituted the turkey bacon for the maitake mushroom and a side salad. My sister had read some reviews and saw that they had complimentary birthday scones. After asking our server about this we were then brought some, meanwhile the table next to us was given em without asking. The scones were good. Our meals came out and looked delicious. I've heard many things about the maitake mushroom, but had never had em, but it was really good on the sandwich. They fried it right so it had a nice crunch to it. My sister's burrito was pretty large and she said it was good. She also enjoyed her grits. We ate, talked, and ordered another mimosa. It was a good experience overall despite having to ask about a complimentary item. Definitely give em a try if you're in the area. read more

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Lovely dinner this evening at Irregardless. It's friendly, laid back and still fancy with some interesting options on the menu. Several vegan, several not. It was the North Carolina Trout that caught my eye and that's what I ordered. Dinner didn't take long to arrive and in the meanwhile, I did nibble at one piece of bread as the herbed olive oil looked appealing. A nicely plated and large piece of stuffed trout arrived. Stuffed with other cab and shrimp and on top of asparagus, it was delicious. Filling, tasty and completely on my keto diet. The side dish that looks like potatoes (which are bad on keto) was actually pureed cauliflower (which is great on keto). Excellent. Great service. My waitress did try to get me to have a dessert but all were carbs. A cheese plate, I would have done. But not the pecan pie even if it sounded delicious. Great for a date or a business meal or even a friendly meet up of friends. Good stuff! [Review 12309 overall, 2093 of 2019.] read more

Irregardless Cafe - North Carolina trout at Irregardless Cafe, Raleigh - New American Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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When I lived in Raleigh this was our go to Sunday Brunch place at least 3 times a month. Arthur Gordon owned and operated it for many years but sold it after a personal heath scare just before covid shut everything down. I now live in St Pete Beach FL, but we have a daughter and many friends in Raleigh. My daughter and son in law suggested Irregardless this past Sunday for brunch. We are so glad they did. It was just as good as ever. Great service, food and ambience. Our only disappointment was NO MORGAN STREET CHICKEN on the menu. Hey if that's the worst criticism I can offer then it rates my five stars. If you want a lovely Sunday brunch this is the place! I do suggest you make reservations as they fill up quickly for brunch. Go & enjoy. read more

From the outside, it looks like a small cafe. The inside is much bigger. Although the interior seems a bit dated, it is well maintained. There is live music which is an absolute plus. We met up with friends for dinner, including a vegan, myself a vegetarian, and two others. They have great vegan selections which seem to outnumber the other dishes. Such a pleasure to order. They have meat and seafood as well so no one should go hungry. The appetizers were great - especially the hummus and the fried okra. The bread service was delicious as well. My wife enjoyed her salad. My wife's drink was strong and delicious. My main and our vegan friend's main was the fried Chicken of the Woods mushroom sandwich. On the whole a great texture and prep but it lacked any strong flavor push. I had to ask for their homemade hot sauce and that definitely helped. My wife had a seasonal dish, a stuffed pumpkin which also was good but lacked a strong, cohesive flavor. The side of quinoa was better than the sandwich. Since some dishes were 3 and some were 5, I think it's a very strong four. I would come back again but definitely add the hot sauce and might consider some different mains. The service is fantastic and the music is great. Reservations accepted and recommended. read more

One of my favorite avocado roasts of all time. Quick service and wonderful local art displayed on the walls make this a wonderfully charming place for brunch! read more

Irregardless Cafe - Open Face Sandwich Irregardless Garden Salad - New American Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

This place wasn't a favorite. The waitress was friendly and helpful but the ambiance was underwhelming and it was pretty dark in there. The food was good though. read more

Had a wonderful dinner tonight. It's my birthday weekend and restaurant week. Irregardless didn't disappoint. I meant to take more pictures, but once the food started coming, I was engrossed in great food, music and Conversation. We had one of the prefix meals and added a bottle of the house white wine and crab dip. The house white is a Chardonnay and it was quite good. I am not normally a fan of Chardonnay. The crab dip was so good and reminded me of my time in New Orleans. Irregardless is one of mmh favorite places and it is classic Raleigh. I hope that the new owners don't change a thing. They showcase local talent from the artwork on the walls to the music. The food is local when available and always amazing. I always have a great time. The wait staff are genuinely great. They offer honest opinions and make spot on recommendations. If you get to try the sweet potato slider go for it. read more

Irregardless Cafe - Apps have arrived - New American Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Came here for brunch on a Saturday. We did not have to wait to be seated. Many tables are strewn in the building and have a very "homey" feel. A nice feature is the live music and all included bread assortment and coffee while you wait to order and get your food. It is a nice variety in breads and pastries. The service was very good and coffee was usually refilled. Our food came out in a reasonable amount of time and came out very warm. The only reason why I gave this place a 3/5 stars was because my eggs were overcooked and our waitress never came back to check on how our food was after she set our tables down. I was very hungry and didn't want to sit there waiting, so I just ate my dish. I would consider coming back during the evening for drinks but I really hope their eggs aren't overcooked anymore... read more

Irregardless Cafe - Crab Crab Cake Eggs Benedict before biting in - New American Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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I'm definitely not a vegetarian but wanted to try something different tonight. My dish was incredible. Service was not overbearing but just right. My wife had their chicken dish and she said hers was fantastic too. Thanks for making our 22nd wedding anniversary dinner memorable. read more

Irregardless Cafe - Definitely not my "go to meal" but amazing none the less. - New American Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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Went there for our 33rd wedding anniversary. We hadn't been to irregardless for quite a while. My husband got chicken tandoori, which was dry and 100% bland. It was presented on the plate by itself with a little bit of juice underneath and a Tiny bit of potato underneath it. I had the chickpea dish there was no bigger than a side. It also was bland, oily and not appetizing. Tomato sauce with three small chickpea patties that were greasy and bland, topped with carrots that were undercooked, tough, and bland. We had two nonalcoholic beverages, the falafel appetizer, which was good, and the whole thing including tip was $100. I could've made a better meal at home in 30 minutes for $15. I did notice that the server never asked us how the food was. read more

Had a lovely brunch with family on Sunday. The food is delicious and refreshing. I enjoyed the goat cheese omelette with the house potatoes and would happily order this again and again. The sauces were lovely as well, we tried the house made ranch and hot sauce, both pleasant surprises. Definitely recommend making a reservation in advance as the tables fill up pretty quickly. read more

Irregardless Cafe - Wild Mushroom and Goat Cheese Omelet - New American Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

The food was fresh and delicious. There were plenty of vegetarian options as well, which can be difficult to find for a brunch spot at times. The wait staff was very attentive and they ensured everyone at the table always had coffee and a filled beverage. read more

Irregardless Cafe - Omelette & home fries - New American Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Delicious attention to detail! Generous portions even for the kids menu. We enjoyed a danish to get out pallets ready and it did not disappoint. The shrimp and grids go great with a side of potatoes and the Chilaquiles are not overly spicy. Parking is a little unique but there's a lot down the street that makes it easy on weekends. Bathrooms clean and staff is ver attentive. Definitely enjoyed the smooth live music. read more

Irregardless Cafe - Fish tank - New American Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

I came here with a group of friends for my birthday during brunch. When I checked in on Yelp it says you get a free bottle of wine. Turns out it's of no use of you don't come for dinner and you do t live here. Disappointed on that. They had a bite little plate of assorted muffins and scone on the table. Brunch comes with orange juice, coffee or tea, and water. I ordered their Bloody Mary. Much smaller than most, and very strong! For food they had a butternut squash open faced omelet with goat cheese. That was amazing. I substituted the home fries for the cheese grits. Great choice, but both looked good. My hands down favorite fish here is the Morgan Street Chicken. It's a must try!!! read more

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I'm not a easy person to please, but this place was incredible! I'm one of the bigger carnivores around, but the chorizo burrito with guac and black beans was well seasoned and delicious. I was also dining with someone who had a meat allergy and the restaurant had not only vegan cuisine options but also gluten free. The best thing about those options is that the food usually has an after taste of artificial ingredients. Could not detect the difference between the vegan version and the actual meat. My cohort got the waffles and by some culinary wizardry, the restaurant has created a waffle that did not get soggy after being drenched in syrup. Was attended to by a server named Wes, and his service was excellent. read more

Irregardless Cafe - Rosemary potatoes and a chorizo burrito with guac - New American Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Reservations are a must. Service is great. The grits are artfully prepared. Yummy bloodies.

I hadn't been to Irregardless in quite some time. Went with a friend for Brunch last Sunday....shrimp n grits was good...had to wait some 15 min even with a reservation. I would probably go again. PS Parking was a bit challenging as their was an Oak City run that morning and lots of street re-routing, etc. but nothing they had any control over. read more