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    4.4 (138 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 2:00 pm, 4:30 PM - 9:30 PM
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    Khapoon Soup
    Drew S.

    One of, if not, the best meals I've had in the area. Everything was delicious. The Khapoon Soup was a 10/10. Absolute must visit.

    Nina S.

    5 stars, easily one of the most memorable meals I've had in the area. The menu is full of unique combinations that you don't come across often, but everything feels intentional and incredibly well executed. It's the kind of place where you can tell a lot of thought goes into how each dish is built. Every bite had so much flavor and nothing felt repetitive or expected. What stood out just as much as the food was the service. Our server was extremely knowledgeable and took the time to walk us through the menu, explain different dishes, and help us decide what to try. The ambiance ties it all together. It strikes that perfect balance of being elevated but still relaxed. It feels like a place you can come to wind down at the end of the day, but also somewhere you'd confidently bring friends who are visiting and want to show them a great spot. This is definitely a place I'll be coming back to. There are so many other dishes I already want to try, which is always the best sign.

    Thai iced tea
    Hayley P.

    My partner surprised me with a birthday dinner at Saap. I had been wanting to try here because I had been hearing so many good things so I was really excited. This restaurant is located in downtown Cary close to the downtown park. We did not have any issues with parking when we visited at 7pm on Saturday. There is a parking deck and lot close to the restaurant. It is a small, intimate restaurant. I would definitely recommend grabbing a reservation. They were very busy when we went in. Our server was amazing. She was so kind and helpful. We started off with drinks. I got their version of an old fashioned. It was good but I realize now how odd of a pairing that is with Laotian cuisine. We also ordered for appetizers the cucumber and vermicelli rice salad and spring rolls. While we waited for our food and drinks, they brought us fish chips. These were so light and had the best texture. So good! The cucumber salad has such a beautiful presentation in addition to being a refreshing combination with the more savory entrees at Saap. For my meal, I ordered the Pad Lao and my partner had the Pepper Beef. We were both blown away by how good our food was. And so much of it! These type of noodles are, in my mind, the best type of noodles. Then for dessert we tried the Winter Trio. Honestly, these were some of the most unique desserts I have ever had. They're so cool. All very good too! I can't recommend enough how you should stop in and give Saap a try.

    Crackers (so addictive)
    Sneha P.

    It's been a while since we went to Sao but it's high time I complete the review. We tried Saap because we love Bida manda and heard the chef opened his own place. We did get a bunch of apps, mains, drinks and dessert. Their noodle with tofu was the best dish we had, the braised pork was very mediocre and the beef was a bit chewy and under seasoned. Their drinks were very potent especially the Ube cocktail. Our server was lovely, very efficient and friendly. The ambience was nice but a little loud but that just means everyone's having a good time. Overall the food didn't slap or maybe it was an off night for them, but it hasn't motivated us to try it again.

    Mee Ka Tee, Shrimp Chips, and Ube Colada
    Tim C.

    I came on a Sunday evening and made a reservation for 5:30 pm online and we were seated promptly. Since it was such a nice day outside, we opted to sit outside, which they graciously accommodated. Our waiter immediately brought out some water and shrimp chips to munch on while looking through the menu, which was much appreciated. I started with an Ube Colada, which was basically an ube-flavored (think taro with some coconut) pina colada. It looked kind of gimmicky, but it actually tasted pretty good. I'm a big fan of Ube, so I enjoyed the drink. For my entree, I ended up ordering the Mee Ka Tee, which was a coconut curry flavored noodle soup with pork belly, soft-boiled egg, bean sprouts, and red cabbage. The spice level was moderate, and they brought me some extra chili powder to increase the spice level as I needed. The flavors in the broth were tasty, the pork belly was crispy and delicious, but the texture of the noodles were a bit on the mushy side. Overall, it was a satisfying dish. My wife ordered the Fried Flounder, which had a dill marinade flavor to it, and came with papaya salad and sticky rice. Her fish was fried well, and maintained a moist interior, but it didn't seem all that special - the dill was a unique flavor to pair with the fried fish, but nothing extraordinary. The papaya salad was tasty - not overbearingly acidic or salty with the right amount of crunch. The service was very friendly in answering all of our questions. The food came out really quickly - almost too quickly. I guess the noodle soup is pretty easy to prepare and assemble, but I would have expected more time would be needed for the fried fish if it were being freshly fried. The outdoor seating option was nice, especially getting to people-watch by Downtown Cary Park. Parking is convenient in the parking deck, and we were able to go for a nice stroll around Downtown Cary Park afterwards, so it's a very nice and accessible location. It's hard not to compare this place to Bida Manda, but I think the accessibility of convenient parking, the fact that reservations were easy (I made them the day before) and we didn't have to wait to be seated and the service was quick and attentive, and the proximity to a clean and walk-able Downtown Cary Park all make Saap a better alternative to Bida Manda. (Take that for what it's worth coming from a true middle-aged suburban Cary-ite)

    Thom khem
    Julia W.

    We came to SAAP for a nice holiday family get together, there were 4 of us at a table. Initial service was great, but we were soon forgotten about by our server midway through our meal. We had to wait about 20 minutes after finishing our food to ask our server for the check - and that was only because we saw her and asked her to come to our table. I mention this solely because of the price of the food - you pay for the food and the experience. The food was good, but I feel like I should've ordered something else. I ordered the Thom Khem-- the fatty pork belly parts were great, but the ribs were very tough and hard to bite through. I don't think I would come back again unfortunately.

    Lettuce wraps
    Katie S.

    Saap is such a great restaurant. Cary is lucky to have it! The servers are always attentive and kind, the food is consistently good and the restaurant is bright and beautiful. I am usually here for lunch, and have tried to eat everything on the menu at least once. I think my favorite items are the Lao Salad, the Bahn Mi, and the Pad Lao. It is tough to pick though as everything is super fresh and flavorful. They also have lots of options for gluten and dairy allergies and take such allergies very seriously, which I appreciate! No cross contamination here. Lastly, parking is easy to find as there is a deck on the same block. Highly recommend.

    Lao Beef Jerky
    Annie W.

    A Laotian restaurant located in Cary! There is a parking deck conveniently next door. The restaurant had an intimate yet open atmosphere with its large windows and stylish interior. We had a reservation for dinner on a weekday evening, and were greeted and seated right away. Our server was attentive, friendly and helpful in providing food recommendations. They provide shrimp chips for the table which were puffy and tasty. We started off with ordering the Lao Beef Jerky to share which was sprinkled with sesame and came with Jeow Mak Len (a tomato-based dipping sauce) and sticky rice to eat together. The beef jerky was incredibly savory and delicious, but a much tougher texture than I was expecting. I also tried the Khao Poon Gai, which was a noodle dish with grilled chicken and vegetables in a red curry/coconut broth. The noodles were well-cooked and a good portion (I had leftovers) and the flavor of the curry broth was fragrant and rich. The chicken was tender but wish there was more flavor. Overall, Saap presents itself as a more upscale spot that would be nice for a date night, and prices on the menu reflect this. They had some interesting desserts on the menu which I hope to try next time.

    Alana H.

    This is a great place to dine.. we made reservations and was seated quickly.. there is inside and limited outside seating.. it gets pretty busy and at this time a year outside seating is prime.. our waitress Kenna was very, helpful, knowledgable about questions we had about certain dishes and drinks we had and she was very attentive.. The food was delicious and the portions was just right.. I would be a repeat customer for sure.

    Kabocha Squash & Root Vegetable Curry (GF, V)
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    We had a wonderful dinner at SAAP on a recent Tuesday night. The area was quite busy with people enjoying the adjacent Downtown Cary Park. We enjoyed people (and pup) watching from the outdoor patio. Our server, Lexi, could not have been more pleasant, professional, and knowledgeable regarding the menu. (All the servers working around us appeared very professional and polished). We started with the Seafood Salad, which struck me as almost like a Ceviche. Very vibrant fresh flavors with just the right amount of heat. We then split two entrees, the Kabocha Squash and Root Vegetable Curry along with the Khao Poon Gai. Both were very good, although the curry dish, while recognizing that it is vegetarian, was a bit heavy on starchy veggies for our liking, both had great flavor. We finished the meal with a delicious "deconstructed" carrot cake with a cream cheese ice cream that was fabulous. This is a great addition to the Cary dining scene. Beautifully plated and presented items at a fair price with first class service.

    Shrimp chips
    Jessica C.

    Saap was pretty delicious. The shrimp chips were surprisingly tasty; I wasn't sure what to expect, but yum! I opted for the Khao Poon Gai. It very rich and flavorful with juicy chicken. I think the coconut broth may have been a little too heavy for me, but it tasted so good. My husband got the Saap fried rice with the sausage in the side. The sausage was too heavy for both of us, but it was nice to have a little taste. My husband also enjoyed a refreshing Laotian beer. Overall, such a nice addition to downtown Cary.

    Lettuce wrap
    Saloni V.

    Amazing! This place is perfect for a date night! Our server was very knowledgeable and helped answer all of our questions. Food was amazing!! It had tons of vegetarian options. Parking garage is right behind this place. We will definitely be coming back to checkout other options from their menu.

    Danielle O.

    The last time we were here was a little disappointing. We had made a reservation several weeks, if not at least a month in advanced for a party of 8 for a birthday and previously, with a large table we were at a nice large comfortable table but this time, we were squished at two tables pushed together with capped ends. It definitely should have at least been 3 tables to fit us comfortably with all our dishes. The service was a little lacking too, as we were all ready to order our drinks and appetizers, and even entrees but the girl told us only drinks first, then only appetizers then entrees, so we were forced to keep our menus on our table while already feeling squished and dishes coming to the table. The food quality wasn't as good as the last time either and I got the same dishes I've had before. It is nice that they are willing to split your dishes up for you though, like the seafood curry. Nice touch and beautifully presented still. Also cute and nice little birthday dessert at the end. The part that was the most upsetting and must be new, was apparently we were charged 3% fee for using credit card and weren't told that before paying?? I'm confused as to why a brick and mortar restaurant wouldn't be covering that charge themselves and putting it on the guests. I get it for food trucks or pop up events but a restaurant? A little tacky and cheap, in my opinion. At the very least, the server should be making you aware of that before you pay.

    Crispy Coconut Rice Lettuce Wrap / Nam Khao (GF, V)

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    Great atmosphere, delicious food! I enjoyed the recommended dishes and had birthday celebration for my friends.

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    Everything was tasty, nice ambiance, friendly service, it was just a great location, easy parking

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    Been here before and still 5 stars in my opinion! I need to go more! Food felt healthy and fresh!

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    The food was excellent! The service was happy and knowledgeable about the food. The restaurant was clean and the seats were comfortable.

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    Zest Sushi And Small Plates

    Zest Sushi And Small Plates

    4.4
    (129 reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    i loved the meal i had here a couple of weeks ago!…read more my mom and i came in on a sunday night and were seated right away. the service was great from start to finish and the place is really cute. we started with the "like a vegan" sushi roll and the spinach gyoza. i really loved the sushi, but the gyoza was UNREAL. the filling was soft but the outside was chewy and lightly crunchy from its pan-fry; one of my favorite dumpling dishes i think ive ever had. for entrees, i ordered the geisha rice bowl and my mom had the green curry, both with tofu. these are slightly pricey dishes but the portions are enormous; we barely got through 1/4 and saved the rest for leftovers the next day, where they held up just as well. we ended with the yuzu cheesecake with mango coulis - a stunning dessert! lightly tart and fruity, and smooth and creamy as well. i also got a lychee limeade mocktail and that was super nice too. literally every aspect of this experience was excellent and i would do it all over again! if they add more vegan options to the menu that would be a bonus but the existing ones are so good that i don't even care that much. so glad i tried this place out!!

    Bottom line: Zest was a pleasant lunch experience overall. With a large menu selection, there's…read moresomething for most everyone. I liked my gyoza dumplings and spicy tuna sushi roll for starters (but the sushi was a bit too spicy just for me). My favorite was the Katsu Chicken entree that turned out very well and I enjoyed it. Besides having to exchange out our beginning set of dishes when seated which was gladly done, service went well here during the meal. The Deets: I met up with some friends here at Zest for lunch before heading over to check out "The American Revolution Experience" over at Downtown Cary Park. The restaurant space and setup is very nice and can be for both a casual meal or one a bit more special, with outside and inside seating as well as a dedicated sushi bar area. We were seated promptly for our lunch reservation and our server introduced himself while taking drink orders (of which I got the Strawberry Basil Fizz mocktail, it was very nice) as we perused our menus. Zest has quite the menu selection with a bit of everything to please any taste including a wide selection of small plates/starters as well as sushi and entrees size dishes also. I went with starting out with their gyoza dumplings and a spicy tuna sushi roll. The gyoza were nicely done and out pretty quickly, I liked them. The spicy tuna sushi roll came next and I usually find that at places "spicy tuna" can mean either a hint of spice for flavor or a full-on very spicy experience depending on the establishment. With Zest, it was the latter and in retrospect I think I should have gone with the regular tuna roll instead here but it was a good sushi roll with a bit of cucumber for a crunch. I decided on getting the Katsu Chicken for my main entree. The chicken was done nice and golden brown, tasted excellent with the accompanying sauce. The veggies stayed crisp/crunchy even though cooked and I liked that a lot. One of my friends got the Thai Shrimp Tacos and I noted these were very large shrimp with plenty of sauce on them. However another friend got the Lobster Tacos and remarked that hers lacked sufficient sauce for her tastes. I have to note the one main hiccup encountered here was at the beginning where one of my friends remarked on noticing that the sauce dishes and plates placed on our table before we sat down did not appear clean. We stacked them all up and asked the server to exchange them all out, which he happily did to our satisfaction. Other than that, I had a pretty good experience here for lunch at Zest and would gladly stop by again to dine.

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    Flour & Barrel

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    3.9
    (116 reviews)
    7.5 mi

    Stopped by Flour & Barrel for a quick dinner. When you arrive parking can be difficult in this…read morearea. It may be worth just walking a few blocks to avoid circling for a parking spot. Walking in you'll feel like you've been transported to a rustic, lively, and romantic vibe. The menu consists of small plates which I enjoy as you can try several different dishes. To start I ordered the love of the stranger (west coast ipa) and the raspberry sour. Fun fact flour & barrel also brews their own beer. By far my favorite was the raspberry sour. For entrees we ordered the Mafaldine pasta (creamy pesto / lemon / panko breadcrumbs / dill) which was excellent. The pasta was fresh and piping hot and delicious. We also wanted a protein source so we also ordered the Chicken Parm (crispy crunchy panko / marinara / mozzarella) which was cooked perfectly, and wasn't dry. Definitely check flour & barrel out if you are in the Glenwood south area looking for good Italian food.

    Came here on a Monday night to check out the specials, which included half‑off house wine and beer…read moreplus a five‑dollar small‑plate pasta. The atmosphere was cute and cozy, but the air conditioning wasn't working, so it was noticeably warm inside. Our waitress was incredibly friendly. She was the only server that night and was handling several tables, but she still did a great job checking in, refilling drinks, and offering thoughtful recommendations. She was personable, down‑to‑earth, and truly made the experience better. For food, I ordered the bread plate and the Radiatore. Both were delicious. The pasta tasted fresh and the sauce was excellent. Just keep in mind that Flour and Barrel focuses on small plates, so the portion is exactly that: small. Next time I might add a protein for an extra cost to make it more filling. Overall, we had a good experience.

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    Madre

    Madre

    4.2
    (171 reviews)
    7.5 mi

    One of our most exciting and flavorful dining experience in months. Our downtown Raleigh dining…read morescene has amazing options, and Madre has stayed under our radar for no particular reason. We dined at their lovely bar back in the first months of their opening, and it was good. We had met the general manager, Red, and were impressed with the flavors of our one appetizer, Calabrian Chicken, yet we never rushed back. Now, we feel compelled to return ASAP to enjoy these exceptional flavors, fabulous teamwork system of service, and a comfortable chic atmosphere. The place was happening at 5:45 pm on our recent dining night out with friends. Grateful to have a reservation we were seated at a very comfortable banquette type of seating. It felt like dining in a friend's home. Our server, William, is excellent at his job. Very efficient, great input on food choices, and quite personable. The meal started off with a burst of flavor as we enjoyed their fairly new offering of a ceviche called Eye of the Tiger that featured a sauce you can never get enough of. Wish their bread service was a bit more inspired, but the Le Farm bread did soak up some of the various sauces sent out from a very inspired kitchen team. Food runners help make certain the tapas come out fresh and hot when needed. They are a friendly group of hospitality workers who seem to genuinely enjoy their work and treat their guests with sincere appreciation. It all starts at the top, and GM Red is a personable and sound leader. We loved the Chef's pasta, our octopus dish was stellar, the Calabrian Chicken almost stole the show, but the unctuous flavors on the plate of the Seared Halloumi was hands down my favorite. I love how this culinary team can crank out such outstanding flavors table to table and patron to patron without missing a beat. The energy in the room must feed their souls & for that we are grateful. Lastly I wish to mention the thoughtfully curated wine list where my husband discovered a treasure of a wine from the Familia Torres brand. It was exquisite and paired perfectly with Madre's flavors. Our friend who frequent their bar often rave about their Mezcal margarita! Another visit. See you soon Madre familia!

    This was my second disappointing visit to this restaurant, and this one really got to me…read more We walked in as a group and were quoted an hour wait. While trying to find a seat at the bar in the meantime, we noticed several open tables around the restaurant. While on the waitlist, I checked the website and found an open reservation slot, so I booked it. When we arrived a few minutes before our reservation time, the table wasn't ready. After waiting again, I asked the hostess (a man with brown hair) how much longer it would be, but instead of answering, he argued with me about the fact that only a few minutes had passed since our reservation time; which wasn't what I'd asked. When I tried to explain that we'd booked the reservation because we'd already seen open tables while waiting, he just kept repeating the same point instead of listening. I walked away rather than continue going back and forth or be spoken to condescendingly, especially after already waiting since we'd arrived and simply wanting an honest estimate. My first visit here, I was served undercooked chicken. This time it wasn't a food safety issue, but the hostess's condescension was just as off-putting. Between that and the mismanaged seating, I won't be returning and wouldn't recommend visiting.

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    Proximo

    Proximo

    4.6
    (52 reviews)
    17.8 mi
    Locally owned & operated
    Romantic vibe

    I am a tapas hater... I reluctantly came to this restaurant because it seemed like the only true…read morenon-chain restaurant on Franklin, and we wanted to be within walking distance of our hotel. Omg, am I a reformed tapas lover? Or perhaps just a Proximo lover? I think... yes. We weren't super hungry, so we only ordered 5 plates total for the two of us, and we still left delicious food on the table. We sat at the bar, which overlooked the immaculately clean kitchen, and got to chat with the expo chef, Ben, who was conversational and personal but also left plenty of room for my date and me to feel private. Ryan, our waiter, recommended a fabulous albariño, which more than made up for not having cocktails on the menu. The biggest takeaway: the chef in charge was kind and communicative with all staff. It was truly a pleasure to watch this kitchen operate. If you leave the restaurant without trying the tuna ceviche, consider yourself unlucky. Holy smokes -- I would order 5 helpings of that every single time. We're out-of-towners but will be back, and we'll be telling our friends all about this lovely establishment. Congrats to all on an amazing new restaurant, and best of luck. Anyone looking for something better than bar food on Franklin -- GO HERE!

    We are from California, so we are trying the top rated restaurants on Franklin while in town. This…read moreplace is solid for tapas--not amazing, but very good. The service was excellent, with energetic young students from UNC who know the menu well and team up to cover each other. Our server was engaging and knowledgeable about the food and the wine choices. The atmosphere is warm and cozy. I will say that the booths are close together, so we could hear the conversations at tables behind and in front of us. It kept us entertained. We had: - the dates stuffed with pistachios and wrapped in bacon - the flounder - the steak with chimichuri - the olives - pan con tomate - potatoes bravas - tuna ceviche - crumble - cinnamon cake It was all very good. The best dishes were the potatoes bravas and the steak. Th rest was pretty mediocre. We had a broke of white Rioja--it went well with the food and was a good deal at $56.

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    Sage Restaurant

    Sage Restaurant

    4.8
    (17 reviews)
    18.1 mi

    Had a wonderful date night with my husband here. Such a cool vibe. Loved the artwork and background…read moremusic. The servers were so welcoming and quick to get us anything we needed. The food took a little while but it was well worth it! Everything was absolutely delicious. I am not vegetarian but would 100% eat here every week if we lived closer. The vegetarian lasagna was magnificent, and the brunch and gnocchi arabiatta was also delicious. The samosa we had as an appetizer was good, and the dark chocolate walnut cake was yummy too. We'll definitely be back next time we're in the area!

    This is the second vegetarian Persian restaurant I've been to. It gave off no overt sign of the…read moredifficult times currently facing that part of the world. The menu includes a few options with tempeh but is mostly vegetable based, and is not full of artificial fake meats or weird fusion stuff. Ordering a sprout salad was a good decision. I was worried the nuts would be excessive but it was a reasonable amount, and the dressing and finely shaved vegetables made for a light experience. My vegetable stew came with some aromatic rice, and a satisfying flavor mix. Ordering tea was a good idea as well; almost everything in this cuisine seems to be lime-flavored. The overall portion size for price was not overly favorable. The location is near the hospital system and in an area with dicey parking, it does have its own parking spots outside and in an adjoining garage.

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    TrySeafood

    TrySeafood

    4.5
    (163 reviews)
    3.3 mi
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    I've been here many times, and the food is always consistently good! The staff is friendly and…read moreprovides great service. It does tend to get busy, so you may have a little wait for your food, but it's definitely worth it. The shrimp Rasta pasta was creamy, flavorful, and had the perfect amount of spice, plus they give a generous portion of shrimp. The fried fish was cooked well and tasted great, and the steamed vegetables with the garlic butter seasoning were also really good. Definitely recommend checking this place out!

    After a long and exhausting week, coupled with a craving for fried fish we elected to go here…read more While nicely decorated, the interior is small and can seat about 20 ppl or so. We sat outside this day, as the weather was mild and there wasn't any available seats inside. We ordered a fried combo and a grilled combo. TrySeafood does a lot of things right. Portion size was fairly generous. We especially love the fact they serve cleaned jumbo shrimp. Food was cooked well, shrimp was tender as was scallops. The broccoli was not tender crisp nor mushy. The potatoes and corn were delicious. While service was friendly, it was a bit slow. Also, I'm not an Old Bay fan. The grilled shrimp were seasoned with Old Bay. While the fish was crispy, I prefer a cornmeal dredge to a flour dredge. Finally, (and this could have been a me thing) the tip percentage on the screen doesn't align with the math. I intended to tip 15% - which is standard especially considering slow service. That should have been approx $8 and when I got home I realized it was approximately $16. You're not given a printed receipt and if you're in a rush and going through the process quickly it's easy to miss. Again I may have missed something, but I'm pretty sure I selected the %15 option. Additionally, I've seen other restaurants that have intentionally include this practice. Would I go again, sure. I'd request a different seasoning blend or a light seasoning and check that math! Seafood: 4

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    Saap - laotian - Updated August 2026

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