Nice easy spot that serves its purpose for travelers. Made the mistake of seating myself and not…read moreknowing it was a "wait to be seated" type of place. If you're in the Raleigh airport, this is a good drink spot but overpriced food option. Seating also isn't comfy here, and I'm guessing it's for a set reason to move people along. My meal consisted of a sammie (some sort of fish) and coleslaw. The bun it came on was appetizing but otherwise pretty small portion. The coleslaw portion was laughable. Seriously, check out the picture. It was good but wow, I barely got a taste. The draft beer I had, a German Pilsner, was not a great option. The main low spot was waiting for my bill. I don't think he checked back on me after my meal was dropped off. It was a good 45 minutes after meal drop-off when I opted to get up and go to the bar so I could pay. Did it satisfy my hunger? Yes. Will I eat here again? Possibly not, due to costs.

I was pleasantly surprised by the food here. When it comes to airport cuisine, this is probably one…read moreof my top 10. They were a little slammed so the service was slower than expected. On my next trip out I'll be coming here again.

Pulled up for some craft brews and left impressed. Solid lineup of beers--something for everyone…read morewhether you're into light, crisp pours or something with a little more backbone. No gimmicks, just good beer done right. Food held its own too. The wings came out crispy (as they should be--no soggy situations here), and the fries were hot, fresh, and exactly what you want on the side of a cold pint. What really makes the place though is the vibe--friendly, easygoing service that feels like they actually want you there. The kind of spot you could casually become a regular without even trying. Nothing over the top, just consistently good across the board.

Overall it was a really great experience. They had music bingo going on when we walked in. The…read morebartender was knowledgeable on the menu and attentive. The Brisket Burnt Ends were good for North Carolina. They were tasty but they weren't super tender which I'm used to with burnt ends. The classic burger looked good. The classic burger also tasted good and I didn't have to add any additional condiments. However, the classic burger is a smash burger, so why is there so much bread! The bun is ridiculously thick and hard to smash. That's my one complaint about the burger. Please change the bun to something softer.

Consistently excellent dining experience. We started with our usual honey garlic sambal and scotch…read moreale BBQ wings (both great flavors although honey sambal might be my slight favorite), deviled eggs, and the brussels sprouts - all well-executed classics on the menu and reliably strong across visits. For the main, I ordered the standard burger despite several limited-edition options being available (ask about the Hamilton theme!). It was cooked precisely to my specified medium, with a flavorful patty and nice structural integrity throughout. The tater tots were basically as good as they come. We paired the meal with IPAs - Dancing with the Bulls and Bull in a Bottle Shop - both of which held up well against the richness of the food and worked particularly well with the burger. I finished the meal off with the amaretto which provided a balanced finish and was reminiscent of my usual espresso martini without being overly boozy or heavy. Service was friendly and professional as always, and the atmosphere remains a strong point: upscale casual without feeling forced. One of my favorite spots in downtown Durham for so many reasons, and one I'll definitely continue to return to.

My boyfriend and I came here for a pre-Valentine's Day date on the 13th. We enjoyed the deviled…read moreeggs and the burger. The pimento cheese chicken sandwich was good but didn't have nearly enough pimento cheese. After that experience, we decided to come back tonight. Sadly, the menu we enjoyed was completely gone and replaced. The server assured us the new menu was much better. We ordered the Airline Chicken and the Steak Frites. The chicken was good, along with the spicy sauce but the plate felt empty. The steak was barely edible and mostly fat. The arugula salad it came with wasn't good either. Luckily the rosemary fries were very tasty. Overall, we will not be back for the "new and improved" menu. The service didn't help, as they were understaffed.

Wow! Such a great place. Our waitress Alyssa was awesome. She provided excellent customer service,…read morecommunicated well, and was very cordial. I absolutely love the decor of the restaurant, the bathrooms, and the outside area. The service was fast, the food was hot, and delicious. We had a two hour lunch break from a meeting we attended in the building across the street. We received everything ordered in a timely fashion. One of the managers, Brittany stopped by our table to welcome us. She was also genuinely friendly and knowledgeable. Overall a great place with awesome Vibes!

My wife and I decided to give Crooked Hammock another try since our first visit when they first…read moreopened. We had wings, street corn fries, and key lime pie. Everything was delicious. We sat at the bar where the service as top notch. The person there (I forgot her name) was very personable and gave great recommendations. She recommended the chili Alabama white sauce for the wings, which turned out to be delicious. There were two things I was disappointed with during my visit. The first was that the beer selection was lacking comparing to when the Crooked Hammock first opened. I'm not looking for a huge selection, but a varied one is appreciated. All that is offered are light beers and a sour. The second thing that was disappointing and irritating was the 3% fee charged for using a credit card to pay. This is the first chain restaurant that has charged such a fee. The worst part is, it's not properly disclosed. When I was presented the handheld for payment, the fee was not included. It wasn't until I typed in a tip and tapped my card to pay that the 3% was added. I didn't see a mention of a fee on the menu and the person working the bar didn't tell me. I suspect that few people pay cash at this sort of establishment, so charging a 3% fee on top of the already high prices is a bit of a slap in the face.

I love this spot! TBH my review is all for the food and service (the only drink I've had here was…read moretheir special 4th of July "rocket pop" lol). Anyway - Pizzas are consistently good, come out quick, and new pizza toppings/flavors pop up every once in a while. I especially love their Wednesday night dinner specials - sometimes I'm not as much in the mood for pizza but they do things like chicken parm and pasta just as good. Service is like a mix of waitstaff and self serve but whenever we interact with anyone working there they're always super friendly and helpful. Like I said, just love this spot! Parking at Raleigh Iron Works is never an issue - I just park in the back gravel lot

If you're heading to Raleigh Iron Works and think Ponysaurus is just another brewery, think again…read more The Chicken Schnitzel completely exceeded my expectations. The chicken was perfectly crispy, thin, and juicy, while the fresh arugula salad added just the right peppery bite. The roasted fingerling potatoes were seasoned perfectly and rounded out a simple dish executed exceptionally well. Ponysaurus Brewing Co. serves the schnitzel with arugula, fried red potatoes, celery, red onion, parsley, and a whole-grain dressing, and it all comes together beautifully. Of course, the craft beer selection is what gets you in the door, but don't overlook the kitchen. The atmosphere is relaxed, the service was friendly, and the food easily holds its own against many restaurants in Raleigh.

It's always good, and has been for the 10+ years we have been coming in. Brunch is great, their…read morefish tacos are perfect, and the service is fast and friendly. They have some of the best fries around, and the area obviously agrees because it's always packed! We highly recommend it!

Carolina Brewery Wednesday night is fried chicken night. I had the half chicken with mash potatoes…read more I did this plan for leftovers tomorrow. The half chicken, is wing, leg, thigh, and breast very tasty. I always order the half so I have leftovers. It is just as good warmed up the second day. My wife had the ale meat pie, it had a thin layered crust top with a meaty vegetable mixture beneath. My wife enjoyed and I sampled the pie. It was a meaty tasty mixture, it was on the seasonal menu. So, it will be around for the month. But, on Wednesday I never pass up the fried chicken. We also shared the loaded French fries. They are so good and so large they would make a meal by themselves. So, that is how I made room for leftovers.

The Halal at Ya is by far the best sandwich I've ever had! My husband got the Billy Club and felt…read morethe same. The service was wonderful, and the wait time for our meal flew by. There's a cool bar downstairs and the bartender was extremely helpful. Can't wait to come back!

Met my bestie here for lunch on a Wednesday afternoon. Parked on the street because I didn't…read morerealize that they have a dedicated parking lot but it was free so I was unbothered by it. As you enter there is a sign that tells you to go look at the menu board, pick out your drink, and go back to the counter to order. I grabbed a diet coke, and ordered a Common Cobb. I was a bit surprise when my total came to $18, as my salad was only $14 but I guess I should have paid attention that my bottle of soda was over $3. How much are the fountain drinks, I wonder? I found us a table inside since it was a bit hot that day (there is also plenty of seating outside AND inside if you go downstairs). The table and floor were messy but someone quickly came to clean it for me. They called our names over the loudspeaker and my best friend went to go get our food. She got the MotherClucker. Our food was REALLY good. If you like Cobb salad, you will definitely like this one. The chicken was pan seared perfectly, the vinaigrette was perfectly tangy and the bleu cheese was especially excellent. My friend's chicken sandwich has SO MUCH chicken salad on it. Impressive. There was so many neat items to see in the place. The murals were great, there were some cute retail spaces, a coffee bar up front, a bar downstairs, and ice cream outside! Unfortunately my bestie and I had too much to talk about so we didn't check it out as much as I otherwise wood. I would definitely try this place again!

Came in for Monday Trivia night and it was a blast! Trivia is conducted using your smartphones with…read more7 rounds of trivia in 2 hours. Mostly outdoor seating on their 2-story patio, but there are wind shields and heat lamps to keep things comfy. I opted for a beer flight to sample 4 of their brews, and I thought the Mango Guava and NC Cider were pretty good! They sell High Horse seltzers which are infused with THC and we tried those too, also tasty. Food can be ordered via mobile ordering and picked up inside: margherita pizza was decent and garlic knots were good! Overall a wonderful brewery with great vibes and seating area!

The brewery staff was great, the pizza staff was rude.. I have been here many times because I love…read morethe pizza and sour offerings. We have many breweries closer to home but we drive 30 minutes out of our way for the pizza. I always tip them well even though they don't serve you. Today when I went to pick up our pizza, one of the staff members was rude and snarky towards me. I don't driver 30 minutes out of my way for that. I will patronize a local business that's closer to me next time.