First time here. Been wanting to come for a while and so glad I did. I arrived and it was already…read morepacked at 530 on Saturday. Outdoor seating looked really nice. Wish it wasn't 100 out. Good reason to come back. Started with prickly pear margarita with mescal. Yum! Had a white wine after. It was ok. My friend and I shared 4 bruschetta's- smoked salmon and pesto, artichoke, caprese, and apple, Brie and fig. Favs were smoked salmon and apple and Brie. The fries were amazing. Salmon board was good too. The bread on the board was much better than the bruschetta. Ambiance is great. Service as well. Will be back!

Absolutely love Postino! This is my go to lunch spot with coworkers. We've been numerous times…read moreand are never disappointed. My go to meal is the half panini and tomato soup. Their roast beef panini is on par with Portillo's a long standing Chicago beef restaurant (IYKYK). I've NEVER had a beef sandwich that was better than Portillo's but Postino you managed to take a hometown classic and elevate it to a point beyond my expectations - if you get this sandwich I recommend getting it on the ciabatta bread versus focaccia. Let's not overlook the tomato soup - it's so rich and flavorful. For a lighter lunch my go to is the tuna panini with broccoli salad. They are known for their boards, I've not had the bruschetta yet but it looks delicious. My favorite board is the hummus. One thing I hate is when a restaurant gives you a big bowl of hummus and not enough pita. That is not the case here, you'll get pita, toasted bread, and a variety of vegetables to scoop up the velvety humus covered in cherry tomatoes, red onion and feta. For date night enjoy a Violet Femme a gin cocktail that tastes as lovely as it looks. The service here is top notch! Everyone is fantastic. I'll have to come back to this review to note the serves names we've had because they have all been exceptional. Now let's talk about the vibe! Postino's nailed the indoor/outdoor feel. Plenty of windows that are open on nice days, plants galore and the decor gives you a cool like rockstar but classy feel. 5 stars doesn't feel like enough.

This was my first visit. A friend suggested it for lunch and I'm so glad she did. The atmosphere…read morewas very relaxing, with plenty of wooden tables allowing for different size groups. We both got the Baja bowl that had a wonderful blending of flavors. But there were quite a few options to suit different tastes. We split a divine key lime pie as the finale to a very pleasant lunch. I would suggest reservations since the place rapidly filled up.

The service was outstanding! Both the host who sat us and the server were friendly and kind and…read moreattentive. Absolutely doing a wonderful job with that! The less then stellar: the place smelled like it had been washed with a dirty mop. Having worked in food service before, I know this smell and it was incredibly off putting. My friend and I shared the nachos with short rib and I think they forgot to put on the short rib because it didn't seem to be there. The nachos themselves felt cold and congealed and seemed like they'd been sitting around for a long time (and they came out super quick). We also each got a side of watermelon, which was tasty but felt a little small for the price, and stingy with the fresh mint. The ambiance was beautiful but I probably wouldn't rush back to this location based on the smell and the food.

Love the Texas omelette with grits! The coffee is wonderful too. Definitely coming back!read more

Nothing I like better than eggs Benedict on a Sunday. So I headed over to the Eggs Up Grill in…read moreGarner. My Holly Springs experience wasn't the best but I wanted to give them another chance. Sadly I was disappointed. The servers were amazing. Those men and women were friendly even while working hard to feed a packed house at 9:30 am. I was immediately seated at the bar ( solo dining has its perks). Coffee right away. A little light for my taste but oh well. The eggs came out on a biscuit with a very thin slice of Canadian bacon. Looked great. But the eggs weren't fully poached. Runny whites I ate what I could and let my server know. Her response was I should have sent them back. Not what I was hoping to hear. Especially when food safety is at an all time low. No need to return.

We were on a road trip and had our granddaughter w us.... All of our food was really good... she…read moreeven ate some of mine too there and leftovers!!!!

Was referred here by a Buffalo native. Came in very late and cooks made wings prior to closing…read more They were absolutely outstanding and the two bartenders tonight were excellent and friendly. They even had a killer rock band playing cover songs. Fun place and highly recommend

seated very quickly, a cute rustic interior. my table enjoyed their food. we had multiple drinks…read more($3-$11.50) and they were all good. our waitress Aurora was great! would most definitely come back again!

Tupelo Honey -- A Different Experience This Time…read more We decided to revisit Tupelo Honey during our trip through North Carolina because we had such a great experience the first time we visited. Our first visit was for breakfast/brunch, and we really enjoyed it, so this time we decided to stop in for a late lunch. We originally came looking for chicken wings, but we were told they had recently changed the menu and no longer offered them. So, we decided to try some other things. We started with the fried green tomatoes, which were served over polenta with a reddish sauce drizzled around them. The tomatoes were fried nice and firm--they didn't fall apart and held their texture well. I enjoyed the appetizer. For our entrees, we tried several things: bourbon meatloaf, breakfast potatoes, fried chicken, fried okra, roasted Brussels sprouts, and grilled harvest chicken. The food portions were generous, and everything was well seasoned. However, this meal was more of a "just okay" experience for us. The bourbon meatloaf was okay, although you definitely have to be in the mood for meatloaf. The breakfast potatoes, fried okra, Brussels sprouts, mac and cheese, green beans, and grilled harvest chicken were all decent but didn't really stand out. The fried chicken was very well seasoned--perhaps a little too well seasoned for my taste, as it leaned toward salty. Our drinks were good, and I still enjoyed the atmosphere. Our waitress was also friendly and attentive, which helped make the experience pleasant. Overall, this visit didn't quite live up to our first experience. My husband was especially disappointed. That said, I wouldn't completely rule Tupelo Honey out. Sometimes a restaurant has an off day, and I'd be willing to give it another try--especially since we enjoyed our first visit so much.

This was our first visit, and it definitely won't be our last! My husband and I were searching for…read morebreakfast on our way home from Wilmington after our honeymoon. The food photos and reviews brought us here, but when we first arrived in the neighborhood, I honestly thought we had gone the wrong way. Then we spotted the patio and realized that a house had been transformed into this cozy little restaurant--which made the experience even cooler. Inside feels warm and welcoming, almost like visiting Grandma's house if she turned her living room into a charming neighborhood café. We learned that the menu changes frequently, so several dishes we originally planned to order weren't available. That initially made us nervous, but we had absolutely no regrets about what we chose! We shared the Smokehouse Hash, loaded with potatoes, pulled pork, and sausage, along with cheesy scrambled eggs and some of the most delicious grits. We also ordered chicken wings on the side, although we honestly didn't need them--the hash was more than enough for the two of us and everything was full of flavor. Our server was sweet, attentive, and efficient. We even ordered some Korean sweet buns to take home because we wanted to try a little more before leaving. Everything about our visit was great: delicious food, generous portions, welcoming service, and a unique, cozy atmosphere. We're already looking forward to returning and seeing what's on the menu next time. This is definitely a hidden gem worth finding!

SmokeStack Cafe (Historic Oakwood - Raleigh) My wife and I…read morechose SmokeStack Cafe for our anniversary lunch, and it turned out to be an excellent choice. After 40 years of marriage, we've learned that a memorable lunch is often better than an expensive dinner. We enjoyed it so much that we decided to write our reviews the same day. Lunch for two came to about $45 plus tax and tip, and included: * Bánh Mì * Shrimp Tacos * House Lemonade * Key Lime Pie Location & Atmosphere SmokeStack Cafe is located in Raleigh's historic Oakwood neighborhood in a beautifully restored former grocery store. The setting is full of charm, both inside and out. There is outdoor seating available, but we chose to sit indoors where the space is open, comfortable, and inviting. Parking is street parking only. On our Juneteenth lunch visit, finding a space was easy, though I suspect many neighborhood residents simply walk over. The Food The Bánh Mì was outstanding. The bread was a true French baguette, fresh, crisp, and clearly high quality. The sandwich was generously filled with flavorful pork, more than we have received at most places serving bánh mì. It came with a large portion of well-seasoned French fries. The Shrimp Tacos featured three tacos on corn tortillas. The shrimp portion was generous, and the accompanying sauce added plenty of flavor without overwhelming the seafood. The House Lemonade was tart, refreshing, and exactly what I wanted on a warm afternoon. For dessert, we shared a slice of house-made Key Lime Pie. It was a generous serving with a bright, tangy lime flavor and a graham cracker crust that had a subtle hint of cinnamon. A wonderful finish to the meal. Service Service was warm, knowledgeable, and attentive throughout our visit. In a fun personal touch, our server told us he had made the key lime pie himself Overall What impressed me most was how diverse and eclectic the menu is. The food felt thoughtful and well executed, the setting was charming, and the service was first-rate. SmokeStack Cafe delivered exactly the kind of memorable lunch we hoped for on our anniversary, and we're already looking forward to coming back and exploring more of the menu.

Wow, if you are in Raleigh you definitely have to check out Crawford & Son. When you arrive parking…read moreis pretty difficult as the restaurant is located on person street. You'll want to park on a side street and walk up to the restaurant. When you walk into the restaurant you'll be transported to a dark, warm, intimate, and buzzy neighborhood vibe. I'd definitely recommend booking a reservation to ensure you are able to get a table. Once we were seated I started by ordering the Long Time Listener Cocktail (Bourbon, Blackberry, Mint, Fernet-Branca) which was excellent and probably my favorite drink of the evening. For my other drink I tried the Structured Settlement (coconut washed tequila, peach, popcorn orgeat, and lime). This drink was also good, but not as good as the long time listener. For food, we started with the Manchego-Herb Biscuits which were flaky, soft, and didn't need any butter. After that we tried the Heirloom Tomato Salad (provencal granola, mozzarella ice cream, and peaches) which was perfect. The large tomato with the crunchy granola, olive oil, and mozzarella and peaches were the perfect blend of flavors. I couldn't stop eating this dish. Next, we tried the Half Smoke Sausage (roasted peppers, garlic aioli, balsamic onion jus) which surprised me. The sausage had a bit of a spicy flavor, the roasted peppers were prepared perfectly, and overall the flavors paired perfectly together. We also ordered the Bucatini (sea urchin, gulf prawn, spicy tomato sauce) which was good with the pasta and all of the flavors mixed together. The last appetizer we ordered was the yellowfin tuna crudo (honeydew, Fresno chili, shiso, tom yum ice) which was perfect. The sliced honeydew with the raw yellowfin was so good!! For the entree we split the Grilled Bavette Steak (potato rosti, shishito pepper, and sauce choron). The steak cut like butter and was cooked perfectly. For dessert we ordered the blueberry upside down cake (popcorn streusel, sweet corn ice cream) which had fresh blueberries and I couldn't stop eating this dish. I'll have to add Crawford & Son to my regular Raleigh restaurant rotation as this meal was excellent. Looking forward to my next visit.

Elevated dining that reflects the local Raleigh culinary scene in the best light. Beautiful…read morerestaurant with attentive service. We shared several apps, crudos, and sides but had our own entrees. Note: not a lot of dairy free options if that's important for someone in your dining party.

Wyatt, our waiter was fantastic. Laid back, friendly, and very knowledgeable…read more We started out by sharing the Georgia Quail and the salad, both of which were prepared perfectly. For the entree I had the Australian lamb rack which was positively perfect. She had the Trout special which was also wonderful. For desert we shared the Goat cheese cake, which was very unique: had the texture of a Ricotta cheese cake, with a more distinct flavor that was wonderful. Experience was flawless so thanks to all

This is a beautiful, historic building in downtown Raleigh and is my husband's favorite…read morespecial-occasion restaurant. The food is incredibly creative and delicious, and every visit feels like an experience. Their foie gras is outstanding, they make a fabulous Old Fashioned, and their nightly specials are super creative. They will also pre- split appetizers for you if you are sharing. When celebrating an anniversary the chef signs a decorative menu to take home, which is such a lovely keepsake. (Yes, I saved ours) The service is polished and attentive without feeling overdone--exactly what you want for a fancy night out. A few practical notes: the parking lot behind the restaurant is often full, but there is street parking and several paid lots nearby. Definitely make a reservation, especially for Valentine's Day--as it books up months in advance.

Good Ambience and South Indian street food. We are very close to the area and enjoy the food once…read morein a while.

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LaGana is the best burger place in Raleigh in my opinion, they have a great environment and as soon…read moreas you walk in the door you know your getting an awesome experience, the people are super nice and they cook a FIRE burger! I eat here every week! Come here!!!

Excellent. The type of place where you take the first bite and already start getting sad for when…read morethe burger is gone. Everything was expertly seasoned and cooked. The menu is short but innovative. The buns came out warm, which I appreciate. Staff was friendly. Food came out within 15 mins on a busy Saturday night. We sat at the bar which was spacious with comfortable stools & footrests. Great playlist (Kaytranada). Open concept kitchen. The only drawback was it was pricy ($70 after tip for 2 burgers with sides, 1 soft drink, and 1 dessert). But I'm not mad about it because everything was quality and tasty. We will be back.