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.

I stopped in after a trip to the farmers market and sat at the "bar" area for the first time…read more The service was super good as always, despite them preparing to close. I enjoy the country theme here and the beautiful murals on the walls. My food came out fast and was hot. I had the country fried steak, limas and corn and mashed potatoes. The meat was great, the mashed potatoes were delicious and the limas were just average. Tea was super good. They were out of banana pudding but my kind server found a blueberry cake that was good. I love country cooking and it's hard to find in this area so I will return here as often as I can.

As we're becoming regulars, I wanted to give a quick acknowledgment to Tina and Beth. It was a busy…read moreFather's Day, and those two managed to stay friendly, attentive, and professional throughout the entire visit. Tina was amazing, constantly checking on my dad, who uses a walker, and making sure he was comfortable. Beth kept a beautiful smile on her face while graciously handling all of our extra requests. Once again, the food was outstanding. This was my first time trying one of the daily specials, and it definitely didn't disappoint. Five stars, especially because of Tina and Beth. Their exceptional service made an already great dining experience even better.

The dining program at the State view Hotel is well developed and trendy. The restaurant has an…read moreItalian eatery feel to it, Modern, and you can see where the cooks are working in the kitchen. I think it's a nice touch. The menu has some cute ideas about saying things are experiments and molecular and all that it plays into the whole beaker and flask theme. It's a little distracting. The first night I had the nachos with the short rib meat on them, they were good. They had a nice flavor everything that you would expect from nachos, except they didn't have any Mexican spices, which I welcome to because it was after all a tasty short rib that the meat came off of. They pickled some really good onions and put those in there and a few other things she wouldn't expect. Just a good dish. I also had the hamburger. The hamburger with the bacon jam, and the sweet pickles on it was exceptional, as was the brioche bun that it came on. Night too I had the short rib plate, with garlic mashed potatoes. It was very good I also had the flowerless cake. It was also quite tasty, I will say this about the entire experience. The food was outstanding. The ambience was great. The service wasn't worth a flying fart. They're very slow maybe they're understaffed. The kitchen was keeping up fine, but they did not have enough servers And both nights my drink glass and my water glass went dry. I usually hold the water in reserve in case I run out of soda. Both nights I ran out of soda. The same restaurant has breakfast in the morning. In the morning it is a full service buffet, if you eat there, you should try the waffle. It is outstanding however the buffet is great too. They have a nice high-quality breakfast. Something like you would get at the four seasons or a full service Marriott. The service in the morning is great. They have plenty of servers, the coffee is excellent as is everything else, especially the waffle.

I returned for brunch at Flask & Beaker, but the experience was more similar to my breakfast…read moreexperience than my excellent dinner experience. The restaurant still hasn't figured itself out yet. They had one menu available until noon, while the other half of the menu started at 11:00 AM, creating a confusing overlap. The buffet was also running until noon. Because I loved my mocktail at dinner, I wanted to try the other option this time, but I was informed they didn't have mocktails available at all--even though they are currently advertised on their website. I just stuck with water instead. Remembering how great the short rib was from a previous dinner, I ordered the short rib benedict. The menu listed a choice of potatoes, salad, or fruit, but when I asked for the potatoes, the server simply told me they already came with it, leaving me unsure of what I would actually receive. It ultimately arrived with the potatoes, a pile of plain lettuce, and two orange slices. None of us touched the lettuce as we didn't know where it was sourced, especially given the current active parasite outbreak across North Carolina. I also missed the fact that lettuce came directly on the benedict itself, so I had to pick it off. It was soggy, which left the English muffin completely mushy. The service and kitchen timing were also off. One person at my table didn't get her food until long after everyone else was served, and another person's burger was undercooked, and the replacement arrived when the rest of the table had finished eating. I don't think any of us were happy with our food. Flask & Beaker does things wonderfully at dinner, but their breakfast and brunch services remain highly disappointing.

Doc B's is the spot if you are looking for delicious food with great service and ambiance in Cary,…read moreNC! We dined as a family while visiting and I am so ready to go back . I cannot get over how every single thing we ordered was a 10/10! Service was wonderful and I loved how they catered to the little ones . Absolutely fantastic !

Wow is all I can say!!! The place is absolutely amazing and the staff is even better. Started…read moreoff at the bar while waiting for our table and had the best experience with Jay and Tiffany (BEST bartenders in NC). Then I met the manager Ryan and can see why the staff is so amazing with such great leadership. Once seated we had more great service from Ish! I had the ribs and they were fantastic!!! Fall off the bone ribs and the rack was huge! My wife had the chicken parm and that was also very good. We will absolutely go back for great food,service, and atmosphere!!!

I visited this location for a local event that was being hosted here. Our group filled the inside…read morefor the networking time. I ordered the Bottle Rocket seltzer which was great and so amazing that it was only $5! They also have a nice outdoor space that I hung out at for a bit after the event. Parking was easy - I had no trouble finding a parking spot in the lot.

They have really good beer, sometimes. The is chill…read moreexceptional service. They have coasters but you have to ask for them. There's a convenient bus stop near.

I want to start with dessert which was unfortunately not pictured. The espresso brownie, Im not a…read morefan of chocolate nor coffee but this was the most decadent, gently rich brownie I've ever had, it warm and the espresso glaze on top was just perfect! Started with the peel & eat shrimp, they were deveined, jumbo shrimp lightly seasoned with Old Bay and served with melted butter, not overcooked at all. The lobster and shrimp risotto was creamy, lobster was soft not chewy. And the shrimp and grits was also delicious I can see why it's a favorite. They also had margaritas specials on Thursday their house and hibiscus for only $6. Service was attentive and very knowledgeable on the daily specials, I will be back!

Honestly not a bad seafood spot! Have a good variety of options and the service was great…read more The hush puppies are amazing! They are the perfect texture and the butter with it is delicious. The "Cedric" honestly wasn't the best. Just bland the one thing it had going for it was that it was hot and fresh. Other than that it didn't do it for me. I would definitely go back and try other things on the menu!

This place appears to be a local favorite and fills up quick with reservations on the weekend…read more Packing is in a lot throughout the shopping center. The staff who greeted us was extremely friendly and accommodating. We were sat with the stipulation that there was a reservation behind us in an hour and a half which was very doable for us. I do not partake in alcohol so I was appreciative of the zero proof menu options. I ordered the Jesse and it was sweet but sour, it balanced itself very well. My fiance loved his old fashioned with an orange and fig bourbon. Our waiter was direct and down to business, likely because they were busy, but a great waiter none the less. The food was excellent! Elevated American bar food that was cooked to perfection and had some nice fusion flavors: sesame tuna with edamame, goat cheese, walnuts and a special kind of beet that made my salad fresh and earthy. Truffle and onions with smashed burger dipped in bubbly cheese is a comfort food dream. Same with the Mac n cheese with bacon, really tickles the indulgence fancy! I do recommend this place, especially if you have friends who love bourbon or other kinds of whiskey!

We came right after opening at 4, and nobody was really inside. We were sat in Tracy's area. She…read morewas knowledgeable and friendly. I ordered the Pirates Garden. It was very tart like cranberry and not very strong. I also ordered the grilled chicken sliders no mayo or tomato. It came with two. They were tasty. Slightly overcooked, but the cheese helped enough. I also had to order fries on the slide, which was slightly disappointing because the two sliders are already $15 and fries $8.50, even though I didn't order the side sauces that come with it. It felt $2 overpriced in both instances. I don't know if I'd get again, but the fries were seasoned well. My fiancé ordered the braised pork shoulder. The meat was tender and had a decent flavor. The mac and cheese was okay, nothing special. Overall, the dish was drowned in too much barbecue sauce to the point he felt he was eating more sauce than the entree. He subbed sprouts with fries, which were tasty. He wouldn't order again. It was a big portion though. Service was good. Music was okay, a bit random, but still fun.

My husband and I came here for brunch when we were first visiting Raleigh house-hunting. We decided…read moreto revisit for Mother's Day brunch this year. We showed up early with our 1.5 year old daughter and they were able to seat us immediately. The area felt spacious, although that could be due to the fact that it wasn't super packed inside. I ordered the short rib benedict, my husband got the chicken & waffle sandwich, and we ordered my daughter a side of the mac & cheese. What a delicious meal! The short rib was tender and flavorful, and sat on top of a biscuit (what's not to love here?!) - horseradish hollandaise was the perfect touch as the horseradish pairs nicely with the beef. The chicken & waffle sandwich was the best guilty pleasure! Waffle crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside, chicken breaded and fried with a nice crunch, and a nice hot honey syrup to go alongside -- wish this had a little more heat. To our surprise, the mac & cheese side was a highlight too! It's hard to get a good mac n cheese, but this had such a rich, white cheese, slight funk flavor - delicious. Brunch at Parkside is delicious. Looking forward to trying dinner here soon.

Finally stopped by Parkside Restaurant in downtown Raleigh after passing by this place several…read moretimes. When you arrive there is parking available on the street or in a nearby lot. Walking in the restaurant feels inviting, cozy, and distinctly neighborhood oriented. This is actually the longest running neon restaurant sign in North Carolina. To be seated you'll check in with the host and then be shown to your table. For drinks I ordered the Pineapple Press (citrus vodka infused with fresh pineapple, shaken hard and served up) and the Cuba Cola (black cherry rum, vanilla simple syrup, branded cherry & cola) cocktails. I really enjoyed the Cuba Cola which was very good and a tasted just like a coke. My partner ordered a mango cart on tap and the Blackberry Gin Fizz (Bombay Sapphire, lime juice, blackberries, aquafaba). She enjoyed both drinks which the gin fizz being more on the sour side. For entrees I ordered the Prime Rib Burger (prime rib patty, arugula, caramelized onion, brie cheese, bacon jam, brioche bun) with tater tots on the side and my partner ordered the Short Rib Melt (braised short rib, cheddar cheese, provolone cheese, caramelized onion, sourdough). Overall both dishes were a bit disappointing. The tater tots were cold and the burger was well done even though I requested medium for the temp. My partners short rib melt was okay but on the dry side and really needed some type of au jus to dit it in. The Mac & cheese she had on the side was also gritty and wasn't very tasty. Overall the drinks were great but the food was a miss. Not sure I'll return but overall the experience was okay.

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.

Whiskey Kitchen is a solid spot for great food and cocktails…read more If you are a whiskey drinker then you definitely want to check this place out. They have a huge selection of whiskey! Not a whiskey drinker, they have other cocktails and beer as well. For food, my to-go is the Lamb Burger or the Fried Chicken Sandwich. Both are a hit! Not a lot of places serve Lamb Burger in the area and this is one of my favorites! Whiskey Kitchen doesn't disappoint! Highly recommend!

My boyfriend and I dined here for a date night and I had really hoped for better. The first thing I…read morenoticed upon arriving was how dead it was, especially considering we went on a Friday night at 6:30PM. My boyfriend is a huge whiskey drinker and had been wanting to visit here for a while. He had heard that the best Old Fashioned were here (he said that it was not that great), and while they did have bougie cocktails, I settled for a margarita. Our server was very attentive and friendly. The atmosphere and decor were great! I am a plant person, so I loved seeing all of the plants. I love the open concept and exposed ceiling. But the food......was displeasing and unappetizing. I ordered the lamp burger, and while I ordered it as well done, I did not know that it would be presented overcooked with a charred outside. If you know lamb, this caused the meat to be extremely dry. The burger itself was very bland and lacked much flavor. My boyfriend ordered the Fireman's Chicken and by the looks of it when it came out, someone should have called the fire department while it was cooking! It was so burnt it was black. The only flavor present was charred meat and it was the most dried out chicken we have ever had (unfortunately I tried it). The collard greens were bitter with little flavor and the black-eyed peas still had crunch to where they weren't cooked all the way. To say all this, to have a $100 bill was HIGHLY unappreciated as it was one of the worst meals we have had in a LONG time. I definitely could see why they were not busy. The food was cooked terrible. And I will note that it isn't that I am picky, the couple next to us barely ate their meal and looked just as dissatisfied as we were. We would NOT recommend!