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The Iron Oaks

4.1 (35 reviews)
Open • 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM
Updated 2 months ago

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Outdoor seating

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Thai chill ranch wings
Ashleigh F.

This restaurant is kind of hidden from the road unless you know it's there. There is a parking structure near the business. Seating is available inside and outside. We sat at a table with high top chairs and was approached by our server right away. He was very helpful and nice. I got an order of Thai chili ranch wings and an apple Gorgonzola salad. The salad was recommended by our server. The salad had a lot of greens on it. Both were good.

Burger with Brussels sprouts
Jim M.

Tasty food and quiet atmosphere. Staff members were fast, kind, and attentive. We enjoyed having dinner here. I went with my son. He loved his burger. This is in a new part of town in Raleigh. I would definitely come back.

Playing a board game while grabbing a drink.
Jessica F.

This place is definitely tucked away and hidden. We hadn't ever heard about it yet stumbled upon it. Many times we drive down Glenwood past Crabtree Valley Mall and see this area off Women's Circle Drive. The area has been around forever but was always businesses in the past. We had heard that it was turning into a destination for new apartments & restaurants. We decided to drive in & explore. There were a couple of restaurants & shops. It was an early Saturday evening and we had already eaten dinner but decided to pop in and see what was offered. It is pretty inside with dark chairs/tables and a couch area. There also is a beautiful waterfall fountain on the outside but still too hot for us to sit outside. Not very many people there but again it was on the earlier side for dinner. The bartender was super friendly & helpful. We were shocked when he said they had been opened for 4 years. The menu is bar food but not your regular bar food. They put their own spin on the food to elevate your typical bar food. We tried the nachos and the chips were covered with some special spice. They had a big craft beer selection that included several sour & cider beers for those of us who don't like regular beer. Similar to some breweries, they provided a small selection of board games & books to enjoy. It was kinda quiet w/several millennials there but then a couple families with young children showed up. The special secret of this place is that hidden behind a wall were Golf Bays. The GolfZon simulators let you play a full 18 using the driving range and Swing Analysis. Now I don't play golf but these golf simulators can be fun for the whole family. This place was such a nice surprise. Raleigh is so unique and has so many different parts of town. Goes to show that you never know what you will find unless you explore.

Cocktail menu. They were out of some of the Seasonal cocktails.
Daniel B.

We got drinks at The Iron Oaks while waiting for our table at nearby Sushi Mon. Sushi Mon has some of the best sushi in the Triangle, by the way: https://www.yelp.com/biz/sushi-mon-raleigh The drinks and service at The Iron Oaks were good. This is a relatively-new bar and lounge located on the ground floor of one of the office buildings at Glenwood Place. The Iron Oaks serves food too -- small, shareable plates + burgers and sandwiches. At the bar, the big-screen menus had dozens of beers on tap. The wine list was sizable. Our group got cocktails. There were about 10 cocktails available. My wife had The Iron Margarita ($13) and I had the Mulligan Mule ($13). Both were well made, balanced, and tasty. Simple presentation. The Iron Margarita came with Lunazul Reposado Tequila, Cointreau orange liqueur, and housemade sour mix. The Mulligan Mule is The Iron Oaks' version of the Moscow Mule. It was made with Tito's Handmade Vodka, fresh lime juice, simple syrup, and Goslings Stormy Ginger Beer. There were TVs playing sports around the bar. Homey furniture was used for the lounge spaces (e.g., tufted couches and chairs, coffee tables). It was a mix of both traditional and contemporary furniture. The indoor and outdoor dining spaces consisted of modern high-tops with Tolix (or Tolix-style) stools. Inside, a glass fireplace separated the bar and lounge areas. Outside, they have a fairly-spacious patio that's mostly covered. Hidden off to the side are two golf simulators. You can bring your own clubs if you want. I saw some guy walk in with his bag. While we were here, on a Saturday after 6pm, there was some sort of event (shower) going on. This does look like an ideal event space for smaller gatherings. Plenty of free parking is available in the adjacent deck at 3705 National Drive. Service was friendly and efficient. The men's room was out of soap and paper towels. The Iron Oaks opened on January 15, 2022: https://www.instagram.com/p/CYwhijnLeOS/

Buffalo chicken sandwich
Katie T.

This is in an interesting spot in the middle of a business park, retail, and apartments. I easily found parking on the street right outside, but there is also a parking deck right by it as well. Quite a bit of seating outside (covered) with portable heaters. We sat at a high top for 4 people. There are also couches you can sit at. Decent craft beer selection and you can get flights. They also have a cocktail menu, but I didn't look at it. The food was good. The fries that came with my Buffalo chicken sandwich were average and nothing special. The nachos my friend ordered as an appetizer were, unfortunately, a bit cold. They have a golf simulator thing in the back for those interested in it.

Delish Iron Oaks burger
Jeff F.

I have been to iron oaks a handful of times and every time the food has been delicious! I honestly think they have the best fries in all of Raleigh! And the beer selection is always excellent, I never have a problem finding something that I like to drink. And they let you try samples to see beer you like, which is very appreciated! The food menu is limited but everything on it is really good. I highly recommend this place!

Caesar salad
Sydney H.

We came here on a Sunday night and it was packed at all. We ordered at the counter and ordered a pineapple seltzer they had on tap and it was absolutely delicious!! We ordered a caesar salad to share and it was phenomenal. The portion probably wouldn't have been enough for one person. Loved the cheese crisp on top! We ordered a chicken & pulled pork nacho to share as well. It was topped with bbq sauce, beans, jalapeños, and queso. Only thing i wished was that were more veggies on it (tomato and lettuce really). The portion was a great size and perfect for sharing. My husband and i left full and satisfied. There is a parking garage right next to the building. The restaurant is located in a corporate building. Service was great. Highly recommend!

Blanton's always makes for a good evening.
Ken S.

Fun well stocked bar with reasonable prices. Nice selection of draft beers. Comfy couches and chairs for a relaxed atmosphere.

Burger
Nicolas G.

I really enjoyed my meal here. Burger, Brussel Sprouts, and Southwestern Egg Rolls. Atmosphere was great. Service was easy, speedy, and cheerful.

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Great burger and fries. Good beer menu. Great atmosphere. Was chill and not too crowded on a Saturday afternoon.

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We had a great time. Good food, good drinks, good friends. We will go back. It was a fun atmosphere.

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Good, drinks, and service are top notch! I have never had a bad experience at The Iron Oakes.

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1 year ago

Was in town for work. Decided on this place from past reviews. The burger was really good and the beer was cold.

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Food is always great! Convenient location. Casual and clean. A good go to for a yummy and relaxing meal.

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Place is pretty cool. Prices are solid and golf set up is pretty good. They could use a couple more drink deals unless we missed something.

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