Naōs was recommended by a friend and since I'd never tried Greek food before, we decided to give it…read morea try. I was surprised how much I liked it! We ordered a bunch of plates for the table and tried the meze platter, tiropeta, grilled octopus, spanakopita and grilled shrimp. For dessert we had the dark chocolate mousse (has cherries). Everything was sooo good and it was fun getting to try a little bit of everything. The restaurant is beautiful and I loved the atmosphere and all the paintings on the walls. Definitely a fun first try at Greek food!

I decided to try out Naos with my husband and daughter while my mom was in town. We pulled up and…read morewe thought maybe it used to be an old bank, but the hostess confirmed that was not the case, lol. The inside decor was beautiful, upscale, white tablecloths. With that being said, the waitstaff was incredibly sweet regarding my cranky 2 year old. They gave us a crayon and paper, and suggested great dishes for her. We started out with a very friendly server, although after a while, he maybe got a little too attentive. It seemed he liked to recommend the most expensive items on the menu. When my mom tried to order the lamb clay pot, he pushed pretty adamantly to order the lamb chops instead, which she regretted afterwards. We also didn't love how we got a ticket for our to-go food to pick up at the front - it seemed odd and unnecessary. Onto the food... which was delicious. We started with the greek village salad and peach salad special. The greek salad was delicious - huge piece of feta on top with fresh vegetables, good olive oil and herbs. The peach salad was also delicious - goat cheese and balsamic glaze always gets me. For entrees, I got the shrimp saganaki - shrimp were large and nicely cooked, and the tomato sauce was fresh and flavorful. Must have been same tomato sauce as the kids tomato pasta, which was also delicious. My husband got the wagyu beef cheeks, which were so tender. My mom got the lamb chops, which were very overcooked, but still tasty. Overall, the food was good and the service was nice, but maybe a little excessive. *Greek Village salad: heirloom tomatoes, peppers, red onion, cucumber, olives, feta, maldon, olive oil, oregano *Peach salad (special): NC peaches, heirloom tomatoes, spring mix, goat cheese, roasted walnuts, balsamic glaze *Shrimp Saganaki: tomato sugo, feta *Lamp Chops: rosemary rubbed, lemony potatoes, charred lemon *Wagyu Beef Cheeks *Kids Tomato Pasta

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 need more stars to highlight the service, cozy space yet classy and of course the tasty…read morechampagne! I sat outside and unlike some patio places, their furniture is comfortable and spaced appropriately. With a nut allergy and so many options, the waitress was helpful in suggesting an à la carte. The champagnes was delicious and I wished I lived close to taste all of them but I will be back!

I don't know how but I had never been to RBF before this past Friday. I popped in with some friends…read morearound 5pm and it was already busy. In fact, we had to sit at the bar because a few tables were reserved - I didn't know you could do this but good to know now for the future. I would recommend getting a reservation if you can for a Friday evening. We sat at the bar and had a wonderful time. The space is so gorgeous and leans into women's empowerment. We had a bottle of cava between us as well as the extra kneady board, which had bread plus 3 spreads. For our spreads we got goat cheese, garlic butter, and hummus. Um WOW, the goat cheese was SO GOOD. Like so good. You should visit simply to have warm bread and goat cheese for girl dinner. This is a great space to spend an afternoon or evening. We ended up leaving to explore other places in downtown Cary and wish we had just stayed at the bar. What a wonderful experience!

My husband and I were walking around Downtown Cary and decided to check this spot out. We both…read moregrabbed a glass of wine and sat inside then a few bottles to take home. There is a small amount of seating inside and outside (in the front and back). Chatham Street Wine Market is a really cute spot with friendly service and reasonably priced bottles of wine.

Ok, I so I decided to give Chatham street wine market a second chance because hay everyone has a…read morebad day! Even me! We are all human! I stopped in and picked up four bottles of wine and I absolutely love the red blend the young man recommended. See the pictures I added. It's a small sales floor but plenty of places to sit in the back once they things go to normal. They also have an outdoor patio in the back. Definitely will come back again! Thanks for the great service!

Great experience. My bartender was Donovan and he was focused on serving us top notch spirits. I…read morewanted an espresso martini and he made it clear that he did not have all of the ingredients to make the drink but he could get a nice mix and get really close. I really appreciated the transparency and let him create a coffee shot instead for me. Fantastic taste and better than what I was served downstairs at S&S. Highly recommend.

Oh em geee Donavan was the best bartender ever ! He was respectful and kind and conversationalread more

Nice wine bar in the North Hills area. Parking was a bit tricky until we realized a parking deck…read morewas nearby. This place certainly is trying to be fancy, especially with their prices. However, the atmosphere is fairly low key, although there were a lot of people here dressed up (business parties?). The tapas were not my thing. I actually hate tapas and sharing small plates. It's never enough food. We had calamari/goat cheese/margherita flat bread. The calamari was sub par and the goat cheese was too small a portion. The flatbread was good. My meal, pan seared scallops, was a really good. The scallops were huge! Loved the garlic mashed potatoes! Would highly recommend! Service was quick. The only downside I had was the massive gout in my toe the following day from eating all those large scallops. If you are prone to gout, be weary of the scallops!

The vibe of this wine bar is 10/10--beautiful, cozy, and exactly the kind of atmosphere you want…read morefor a night out. Unfortunately, the service left a lot to be desired. We sat in the bar area and had the bartender as our server, and from the moment we were seated, it felt like we were an inconvenience. It took multiple check-ins from three different servers just to get the few things we requested, which made the experience feel unnecessarily difficult. The food was okay overall, but the whipped goat cheese was absolutely a 10/10 and definitely the highlight of the meal. One thing that was disappointing was being charged an additional $3 for more bread because the initial serving simply wasn't enough for the dish. I hope for a much more welcoming and attentive experience next time.

We stumbled in on a Friday afternoon when downtown Cary was popping. It's a cute spot, which as the…read morename suggests, requires you to walk up a set of stairs to get to the bar. They do not have a bottle of champagne on the menu that you can order so the bartender just charged us 3 glasses of champagne so roughly $33, which is about what I would expect for a bottle of champagne. The champagne was okay. I think this space focuses more on liquor drinks. The inside of the bar is nice and moody, and we went downstairs to the outdoor seating area, which had a lot of space. Overall, a nice spot to spend a summer evening.

There's something ridiculously satisfying about finding a spot that feels hidden in plain sight,…read moreand The Walk Up absolutely nails that energy. Tucked above downtown Cary, this cocktail club delivers specialty drinks that are both creative and dangerously easy to keep ordering. The vibe is relaxed without trying too hard, making it equally perfect for catching up with friends. The real standout for me though? The massive outdoor patio. Spacious, laid-back, and ideal for lingering over cocktails way longer than originally planned. Cary keeps getting cooler, and this place is a big reason why.

Cru Food & Wine Bar is a wine lover's playground, with an incredible selection of wines that makes…read morechoosing just one feel like an impossible task (the best kind of problem!). We started with a build-your-own charcuterie board featuring soppressata, prosciutto, Manchego, Pecorino, Cheddar, and Camembert. The meats and cheeses were all excellent, and the variety made it a perfect pairing for exploring Cru's extensive wine list. For my entrée, I had the Wagyu Picanha steak with papas bravas and the "jumbo" asparagus. The steak was cooked to a perfect medium rare and was wonderfully flavorful. The papas bravas were equally delicious. The asparagus, however, gave us a good laugh--it must have been on a diet because there was absolutely nothing "jumbo" about it! We also ordered the Barolo-braised short rib, which was incredibly tender, rich, and packed with flavor. It practically melted in your mouth. Dessert was the Tiramisu Cake, and it was outstanding. Rich, creamy, and perfectly balanced, it was the ideal ending to a great meal. Between the fantastic food, relaxed atmosphere, and seemingly endless wine selection, Cru is a place we'll gladly return to. Just don't judge the asparagus by its menu description!

THOROUGHLY DISAPPOINTED…read more I had high hopes and those were quickly dashed when we entered. The music while not blaring, was definitely too loud for the type of establishment CRU is meant to be. The layout was not at all cozy, the chairs were hard and uncomfortable, the bathrooms were not tidy. We ordered a flight of white and a flight of red white. All were OK, nothing memorable. The food was a huge letdown. We ordered the fritto misto, everything save the 3 large shrimp was way, WAY overcooked. Whoever fried the food had to have seen it was over because all the breading had fallen off. They obviously didn't care as they tossed it in the bowl anyway. The charcuterie board was Food Lion quality, the cheese in particular (goat and Manchego) were bland and devoid of character. Our server was obviously in the wrong line of work. She never checked how our food was but instead spent her time chatting with another young (very disheveled) lady. When we asked the country of origin of the ONE prosecco that CRU offers, our server replied, "Dunno, it's European."

So...what's the actual name of this place? Bottles & Cans Beer and Wine Shop or Taps and Social?…read moreJudging by the signage and the receipt, it seems to answer to both. Either way, it delivers exactly what you'd hope for--a great selection of drinks in a relaxed, social setting. After finishing dinner at Shijiri, we had a little over an hour to kill before heading home, so we wandered over here. We decided to grab seats inside rather than on the front patio. The interior is surprisingly spacious, with plenty of seating whether you prefer pulling up to the bar or sinking into one of the comfortable sofas. Our tasting lineup included the refreshing Sangria Slushy, Anderson Valley's Wild Turkey Bourbon Barrel Stout, and Komana's Hefe the Hefeweizen. While enjoying our drinks, we spent some time hanging out with Aria, the Bouvier des Flandres, who was incredibly friendly and happily accepted all the attention. She definitely added to the welcoming atmosphere. Before leaving, we couldn't resist browsing the shelves and ended up taking home a build-your-own six-pack featuring beers from 3 Floyds, Edit, Middle James, Two Tides, Grimm, and Anytime Beer Co. The selection is excellent for anyone who enjoys discovering craft beers beyond the usual grocery store offerings. Whether you're looking to enjoy a drink on-site, build a mixed six-pack to take home, or simply relax with friends (or make a new four-legged one), this place checks all the boxes. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in the area.

Dropped by Bottles & Cans recently and had a good experience…read more Parking was very convenient because Bottles & Cans is part of a strip mall, so no problems there. They had a pretty decent selection of beers available, and I was impressed that you could get pretty much any type of beer as a singleton (versus having to buy a 4 pack or whatever). I did feel like the refrigerated section could have been a bit larger, but they did have a few good choices in there. They had a big selection of beers available on tap, and while I didn't partake this time, I was kind of tempted by the quadrupel :) The bartender was nice and helpful throughout my visit. Overall, if you're in the area, this seems like a nice place to stop and grab a beer. I've seen slightly better selection of beers elsewhere, but I do think you could find something you like here :)

I came with my parents and husband for Easter and we had a great meal! The restaurant was well…read morestaffed and service was quick, especially for a holiday. My Bloody Mary was good, it was strong but not too spicy. Philly Cheesesteak Flatbread: we had this as our appetizer and it was great, the cheese sauce was tasty and the meat was savory. Wood-Grilled Kona-Crusted Lamb Loin: The lamb and asparagus were perfectly cooked and delicious. The potatoes were perfectly seasoned and very tasty. I've been here a few times before this trip and the food is always good. My husband and I sometimes like to make fun of Seasons 52 for being too healthy and low in calories, but it's not a bad thing (it's just not our usual style).

My friend and I stopped in for appetizers and drinks at the bar and had an enjoyable experience. We…read moreshared the lump crab cake, ahi tuna tartare, summer corn soup, and the pesto chicken and fresh mozzarella flatbread. Everything tasted really good, but if we had to choose a favorite, it would be the ahi tuna tartare. For drinks, my friend ordered a wine flight and a glass of wine, while I had a beer and a glass of wine. The wine flight was not worth the price for the pours. Overall, the food and service made for a great visit. We'd definitely come back to try more of the menu.