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    Madre

    4.3 (170 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Mina L.

    This place has potential, but we had a really bad experience! It started by us standing at the entrance for 10 minutes as a waitress after another passes by as and telling us the host will be right with you! 10 minutes later she comes and asks how can I help you! No apologies or anything! We obviously would like to be seated! Our waitress (Asmaa) was great, kind and attentive, so we're like okay things are turning around, then I open my utensils and the fork was not clean with food stuck to it .. The food was good but our steak which we ordered first, came last and it was cold! So clearly someone forgot it in the kitchen! Overall bad experience

    Darbie V.

    WOW WOW WOW! THIS PLACE IS FANTASTIC! I was here on a business trip and came here with the team and it was fantastic. I have never been to a tappas restaurant before and honestly it wasn't my first pick but the team was excited and I was so glad that I was wrong! We had a group of six so we ordered a variety of plates to try! The staff here is incredible! We had several people in our group that had dietary needs and they carefully marked each item that we could/couldn't have and what modifications were available. There were some really stand out dishes and some that I wouldn't order again but everything was delicious! If you're looking for a special meal out I highly suggest this! Here are a few of the best dishes in my opinion that I hope you will try! - Trout - this was my favorite dish! Really great flavor balance and the sauce was delicious - Roasted cauliflour was fantastic - Pork Belly was so well cooked and the flavor was incredible - Grilled shimp was delicious Really I can't rave about this place enough! If I'm back in Raleigh I will be here agian!

    Bambi S.

    I took my friend to Madres to celebrate his birthday, and from start to finish, the experience was top tier. We were seated promptly upon arrival, and the service was immaculate. The waiter was very attentive without being overbearing, which is always appreciated. The food? Absolutely delicious. Madres offers small plates, which made the experience even better because we were able to share dishes and sample a variety of flavors. Every plate was well-prepared and full of flavor. The atmosphere is versatile in the best way. It can easily be romantic, celebratory, or just a laid-back night out depending on the vibe you're going for. We noticed other guests celebrating birthdays as well, which added to the lively but still intimate energy of the space. Whether you're planning a date night, a birthday dinner, or just want great food and service, Madres delivers across the board. The atmosphere, service, and food all get high marks from me. Highly recommend. Would absolutely return.

    Shrimp
    Alexus H.

    Madre is such a vibe with the mood lightening and the music. It is a tapas style restaurant and the portion sizes are pretty good. The food was also tasty.

    Gin sour
    Emebet E.

    Went for dinner on friday night (close to opening). Seated quickly at the bar & immediately hit it off with the bar staff. Everyone was kind, attentive, and had great recommendations. I ordered three plates (dining solo) and it was MORE than enough food. I left quite full, and incredibly satisfied. I should mention I tried two of their craft cocktails (gin item on the menu, similar to a gin sour) and then had two regular gin sours. After dinner I made my way to Moon room & kept the vibes going. Great place, trippy bathrooms, but overall great vibes. Gracias, Madre!

    Samantha R.

    Back for more! This time I tried the calamari and bread and butter. The calamari has a thick crunchy batter that works, topped with a tangy tartar sauce that brings that brings it together nicely. I walked in around 9:45, just before closing and they still let me order food and drinks at the bar. Stayed for an hour and never felt rushed even though we were the last to leave. As always, a cool dim ambiance!

    Carrots, Ribeye, Bread, Cauliflower
    Mira J.

    I've been wanting to visit Madre for some time now. The service was fast and our server never too far. He gave us some great suggestions. The food was flavorful and drinks were great. Next time we won't split a main as it was not big enough for both of us. Enjoyed the ambiance with the music and the decor! Great spot for a girls night.

    Carrots
    Theresa P.

    This place is really cool. Many patrons were dressed up, giving the restaurant an even more upscale feel. Delicious braised cabbage and the STRACCIATELLA Staff (Brie) is super friendly and informative.

    Amy P.

    Brandon was spectacular!! They took the menu and marked up items that I could safely eat as a celiac - so many delicious things to choose from Not to be weird - but check out their bathrooms! You will thank me The food was good, the assortment was amazing - the butter was out of this world. Our server made sure that everything came out correctly, quickly, and kept our drinks full! It was quite enough that you could have a full-blown conversation :-) they also have a bar area and generous seating

    Hanger Steak
    Sahib G.

    Madre has a great selection of tapas that are great to share. I always order a bunch of tapas to share so we can try different items. Out of the items we got, the hanger steak was my favorite. It was seasoned well and cooked to a perfect medium rare. I was not a big fan of the olives. They were bland and the fact that they were hot didn't help. The cocktails are pretty good. I got the old fashioned and it was made perfectly!

    Relaxing night at Madre!
    Brian V.

    After I found the entrance I wandered in and was greeted by the hostess that showed me to the bar. Madre is tapas and I love eating small portions of great food. I ordered the salchipirata and chicken legs in aioli and hot honey. This meal was outstanding! The bar area was on the dark side which was great to chill out and relax and less so for social interaction with random strangers! I will add Madre on my Raleigh collection for future visits. Cheers!

    Birthday Dinner. Excellent service and Tapas
    Marissa M.

    Madre captivated me with their chic, romantic, and enchanting restaurant design by Costello and I just knew this was where I wanted to gather for a delicious 40th birthday dinner. The Mediterranean and Latin inspired Tapas menu offers a variety of options. My friend and I decided on the Albondigas (lamb meatballs), PIQUILLO PEPPERS, Pork Belly, and CROQUETAS. We also had the la farm bakery loaf of bread with tapenade butter. Everything paired well together. I'm proud of my friend and I with our collaboration. The la farm bread was so soft, warm and delicious with the tapenade butter ! I just wished they promised an appropriate bread knife. We were sharing this loaf and we had to really tear into the pre sliced bread. The Albondigas were dry. I would pass on that for tapas. The highlights for me, are the La farm bakery bread and tapenade, the croquetas and pork belly. Delicious. I'm still dreaming about the croquetas. The warm codfish, crispy breadcrumbs and oozy cheddar filling was orgasmic. I paired my meal with a glass of Tempranillo, Rioja Alta. Real smooth. Complimented my meal well. Great recommendation from our waitress Bri. Dessert was disappointing. I made the mistake of ordering the fudge. Not very tasty. The staff were very welcoming and engaging. This restaurant is classy. They gave me a birthday card and a young lady with a Polaroid camera took our photo and printed the photo to attach to my card as a keepsake gift. Classy and memorable. I enjoyed the beautiful artwork in the restaurant and my favorite being the focal point of the room, the overflowing candles with melted wax dripping and poured onto the floor. So creatively genius! The bathrooms were sick ! The doors appear see through and once you enter and lock the door, the glass fogs the door for privacy. I can't say I enjoyed the unisex aspect. For this reason the bathrooms could have been cleaner. I adored Madre and appreciated my friend for celebrating me with dinner. I plan to return for brunch and cocktails.

    Cool bathrooms
    Kelsey R.

    This is a cool vibey restaurant that serves small plates and neat drinks! I went in, from the recommendation from my hotel bartender, and I sure am glad I did. I didn't have a reservation so I sat at the bar and received speedy service. My drink was the Sage Advice and it was delicious and very refreshing. I ordered two small plates, Salchipapas and Calabrian Chicken. I loved the Salchipapas but felt I needed more sauce. I wasn't super crazy about the Calabrian chicken as it was served in a bowl so I wasn't quite sure how to go about eating them since they were bone in chicken servings. Plus, they were just too greasy for me. Service at the bar was good! The hostess that night was so kind and actually checked on me more than the bartender, who was quite busy! I would like to come again and try different food, as I feel there may be some better options. One of my favorite things was the cool bathrooms!! They have frosted doors that frost over when you locked them. I'm easily amused but this was crazy!

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    This is a whiskey lover's dream and one of Raleigh's most unique drinking destinations. It's quite…read moreliterally underground as it's in a basement. With little signage the space feels like a natural speakeasy. It's unpolished enough to feel a little sleazy, yet polished enough to never feel dirty. In other words, it has character, and plenty of it. The bartenders were fantastic: knowledgeable, talented, and happy to chat about the spirits behind the bar. Whether you're a serious whiskey enthusiast or just looking for a well-made cocktail, you're in good hands. Being open later than most Raleigh bars makes Foundation one of the city's go-to late-night options, but that shouldn't overshadow what it really is........a great bar at any hour. The atmosphere, the drinks, and the people behind the bar make this a place worth seeking out whether it's your first stop of the evening or your last.

    Updating my review: Initially I really liked this bar however I went again on a Friday night and…read morehad a different experience to where I may not return. It was me and one other person and it took about 15 minutes for our waiter to come to our table to take our order or even speak to us (shockingly this same waiter took a couples order sitting at the table next to us even though they arrived way later). We understood that it was slightly busy since it's a Friday night however it would've been better to at least take our order or bring us water in the meantime while also letting us know we had to wait that long. I grew very impatient and ultimately wanted to leave the establishment altogether at this point. Once we got our drinks (I ordered The Middle Child) they were both way too strong to even take a sip. As a cocktail bar, the drinks shouldn't taste like straight rubbing alcohol. I couldn't even finish my drink because it tasted so bad.

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    What a fabulous dessert shop! Perfect place to grab an after dinner cocktail and dessert and…read moreconveniently located near St Roch Oyster Bar which is where we had dinner. Service was top notch with friendly folks greeting you the moment you enter the doors. Our bartender was so sweet and so welcoming. Had me a $10 Paloma cocktail that was just right and went to town on dessert. Everything was just delicious. Fresh made whip cream, perfectly balanced sweetness with the desserts and cute atmosphere. Loved my first time here and it won't be my last!

    Bittersweet has amazing desserts and drinks. I've been several times and each time I enjoy what…read moreI've had. A solid go-to is their s'mores sundae which is sooo good! The chocolate brownie is thick and rich, but not too sweet, and the marshmallow cream is divine, especially with the ice cream. A lot of their drinks and gin based, which I'm not the biggest fan of, but I always find something I can enjoy. The service is great and relatively quick, and everyone I've met there is kind and willing to help. The inside is a bit small, so smaller crowds are better and it does tend to get crowded later in the evening and on weekends. The outside street sitting area is nice too and hopefully will be fully fixed soon. Overall a great places to stop for drinks and desserts after a nice meal! And the menu rotates seasonally so you'll always have the chance to try something new!

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    0.0 mi
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    The food and drinks were sub par. No flavor at all! The Charlotte location is amazing but this…read morelocation was a waste of my hard earned money. Very disappointed.

    We were only in Raleigh for a short family trip and wanted one memorable dinner. After reading the…read morereviews, we decided on The Crunkleton--and it exceeded our expectations. We arrived on a busy Sunday evening without a reservation and were told the wait would be about 40 minutes. Instead of simply putting us on a list, Alfredia, the host, immediately made us feel welcome. She even offered me a cup of ice water after noticing we'd walked over in the summer heat. A few minutes later, she found a way to get our family seated much sooner than expected. That small act of kindness set the tone for the entire evening. Our server, Toni, was exceptional. Friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely enthusiastic, he guided us through the menu with thoughtful recommendations. Every suggestion was spot-on, and it was obvious he knew the menu well. The food was outstanding. The Duck Flautas were a great start. The She-Crab Soup was rich and flavorful. The Wagyu Burger with caramelized onions, truffle aioli on brioche was excellent--my son says it's the best burger he's ever had. The Mediterranean Chicken Piccata was beautifully prepared with confit fingerling potatoes, charred asparagus, goat cheese, sun-dried tomato tapenade, and piccata sauce. We were so busy enjoying dinner that we completely forgot to take photos until dessert--which probably says everything. The Beignets with cold brew icing were excellent, and the warm Brownie with salted caramel ice cream was the perfect ending to the meal. What also impressed us was that Chef Jonathan stopped by our table to check on our meal, and Ravin, the General Manager, took time to welcome us personally and make sure everything about our visit was going well. We never felt rushed. Great food may bring people through the door. Great hospitality is what brings them back. The Crunkleton gave our family one of those dinners we'll remember long after the trip is over. The atmosphere is stylish without feeling pretentious, the service is genuinely warm, and it's clear that everyone there takes pride in what they do. If you're visiting Raleigh--or if you're fortunate enough to live there--I would absolutely recommend giving The Crunkleton a try. We left talking not only about how much we enjoyed the meal, but also about the people who made the evening special. Thank you to Alfredia, Toni, Chef Jonathan, Ravin, and everyone behind the scenes for making a simple family dinner into such a memorable experience. We absolutely will be back.

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