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!

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.

I have visited several times and have always loved my experience. The food is outstanding, the…read morehostess has always been warm and welcoming, and the servers are an absolute delight. However, during my visit for dinner yesterday, I witnessed something that was extremely disturbing and completely changed my impression of the restaurant. I observed what appeared to be the manager, Bailey, reprimanding the hostess and then reaching toward and touching/grabbing at her cleavage area while saying something to her. The hostess appeared to be very young, possibly around 19 or 20, and she looked visibly uncomfortable and frightened. I sincerely hope this young woman is okay and that this situation is taken seriously and thoroughly addressed by Crawford & Son. No employee should ever feel intimidated, uncomfortable, or subjected to inappropriate physical contact in the workplace. The only reason I am leaving a one-star review is because of what I witnessed and what I perceived as deeply inappropriate behavior toward this young hostess. I hope management investigates this matter immediately.

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

I know I've written a review for this restaurant at least one other time but they've somehow…read moredisappeared. Probably because it has been a long time since we have been. Armed with a gift certificate I'd been gifted, and with the current menu looking good, we made a reservation for an early Friday night dinner the 4th of July weekend, which was also a First Friday, so we were a little concerned about parking, but we got there a little early and got one of the two remaining spots in their small lot out back. We chose to eat downstairs, which also meant we could get in a little earlier. Upstairs doesn't open until 5:30. We had 5:15 reservations in the Tavern. Dinner was very pleasant. Our Server (Justin I believe) was fantastic. Incredibly knowledgeable about the menu and specials, down to the smallest detail and even shared special prices without having to be asked. Love that! We started with an Italian Chardonnay for me and a dirty martini for Him. They brought us a very plain looking bread that was full of subtle flavors that blended beautifully. For apps I had to try the Quail which was so wonderful and way heartier than I expected. I ate every bit of it and could have left happy but we had already ordered mains. He started with the Calamari which was not top of Justin's list, but it was decent. And so much that he couldn't finish it all. For entrees, I had the Swordfish, which honestly I wouldn't do again. The veggies on it were pretty much raw, and while I don't care for mushy veggies, I don't want them raw either. And overall, the flavors in this dish weren't a big hit with me, even leftover when I was hungrier, just not my thing despite the great sounding description. He enjoyed the heck out of his paella, with only one critique, and that was that he would have preferred a crispy bottom to the rice. We were too full for dessert. Of course this is fine dining, so prices are up there, but not outrageously so. I did think it was silly that they charged an extra dollar for the blue cheese stuffed olives for His martini though.

Brought my coworker team here for dinner and the experience was absolutely amazing. We tried almost…read moreeverything on the menu and enjoyed the tasting journey we went on. Some favorites were the play on patatas bravas, mushroom melody, elote gnocchi, and the cheesecake absolutely stole the show! We enjoyed wine to pair with our meal and enjoyed the variety they had across Europe and Latin American regions, the cocktail menu also looked solid! I'd absolutely recommend this spot for a group dinner or intimate dinner date night. The service was also attentive and supportive as we decided what to order and as we took our time enjoying our meal.

Excellent service. Beautiful indoor and outdoor seating. Mediocre food. Our gem salad was…read moreoverdressed and yellow. The Calabrian chicken seemed reheated. The charcuterie was okay but overpriced for what it was. Only the salchipapas were good without a caveat. I would limit Madre visits to coworker happy photos or a quick drink on the go.

I went here with my boyfriend and his family as they were visiting town and thought to try it out…read moredue to the reviews and have to say I am slightly disappointed. Small portions for ridiculous pricing, we ordered the charcuterie board which was said to come with cornichons and grilled peaches, both of which were missing (the peaches we had were not grilled) on our board. We mentioned it to our waitress and she said they might have been out and she was going to go check, nope not out just forgotten. She came back with a small bowl of the cornichons and grilled peaches, if you're selling something make sure everything you talk about is going to be served the way it's described. Okay that aside, the smash burger my boyfriend had was great but the salmon... genuinely terrible. I love salmon and all fish honestly but it was just not cooked well, it tasted like it had been boiled or something it was soggy and had such a spoiled smell I was having trouble eating it because of how it smelled. I didn't feel like saying yet another thing about the meal to the waitress so I just left it at that but it was not a pleasant experience to say the least. The kitchen needs to do better!!!!!

Great cocktails, amazing apps and food, beauitufl view of the city, staff we're SO friendly!! We…read morewent here for my cousins 21st on a rainy Thursday and it was still a great experience. Not pictured-- The sorbet was so good! And the chicken app, amazing! I'd come back just for the chicken!

I always enjoy coming here. It's easy to just order at the bar and sit wherever you want. You can…read morefind college students with laptops or people enjoying cocktails. It's not very large, but also not small and they have outdoor seating. The prices are fair. I ordered a cocktail, appetizer, smash burger and dessert well for under $50. The food drink and food came out fast and was delicious! It was hot and fresh. The drink was perfect. Well balanced and well portioned. The Brussels sprouts were so good! Flavorful and nice texture and the burger was delicious. Great size and served with a side of pork cracklings. You would need to upgrade for a bit extra to get a more traditional side. I will definitely be back here over and over.

Disclaimer: I came here only for the smashburger, so this review is limited to that…read more If you look at reviews for this place, a lot of people compare their burger to In-N-Out. Well, the burger is not as good, and the fries are better than In-N-Out. I went for lunch, and sat at the bar. You order ahead of time, and they bring you your food. Service is pretty quick. They also have a number of house made soft drinks, which is a bonus. They have some good beers on tap, but I didn't try any. The burger was a good burger, but it didn't particularly stand out. They use potato buns, which are really nice. The patties are not especially thin, and the pickles are not the tangy type. An In-N-Out Burger is mustard fried, and they put a special sauce on, but this place doesn't do that. They do have caramelized onions like the animal style burgers. Anyhow, come here for the cocktails, sit on some nice mid-century furniture, enjoy some solid food along with your drinks, but don't come here hoping that you're going to get a burger like In-N-Out.

Great ambience, prices and food. For a Saturday night it was great. Definitely we will come backread more

Vibes are so important with bars. Some are elegant, some are dives, but not too many feel truly…read moreunique and one of a kind. Raleigh Times has that vibe you can't find easily, considering it is in an 100-year old building that used to print newspapers. Three unique bars, a rooftop, framed B&W photographs that take you to another era. Honestly, I almost feel wrong bringing my cell phone into the building! The bar staff is super helpful. The beer selection is a little random, it's not filled with the easiest to find brands, so they can assist you find a drink you're happy with. I love their wings, especially with that Peruvian sauce. It's so good, I need to ask for an extra ramekin of that sauce. And thumbs up for the fried pickles too.

Food and service were great. Reasonably priced. Great location…read more Dhdhjdjdbeheudjndndbhdjdjdjnd

This is a very elegant and tasteful Italian option in downtown Raleigh. I recently visited this…read morerestaurant on my trip while home shopping in NC. The atmosphere is modern and floor plan is very open, it's beautiful for sure. We enjoyed all of their delicious appetizers and entrees on our date night ! Their cocktail selection was appealing while their beer and wine menu had nice options and we definitely enjoyed every sip. This is going to be my favorite restaurant when I relocate to Raleigh for sure ! 10/10