My sister and I went to Vinos Finos recently on a Friday around 4:30 and had a stellar experience…read more Somehow I had lived in North Raleigh for MANY years and never tried this place, and I'm so glad we did! The space is cozy, not too big, and lovely. Everyone we interacted with was incredibly friendly & attentive. We even got to meet the Chef and let him know how amazing his curated and creative dishes were! We sat at the bar and were able to be seated right away. We each opted for a glass of Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Sauvignon (or two). On to the food! The menu is extensive but not overwhelming. Plenty of delicious and appealing options of small plates to share, but also a few larger ones. We started with the Goat Cheese Stuffed Piquillo Peppers & Truffled Deviled Eggs. Both of these were amazing. The Peppers melt in your mouth and had so much flavor. The Deviled Eggs had the perfect amount of truffle flavor and were perfectly cooked. Next we opted for the Baguette of the day - this one was served with Salami, Burrata, and Arugula. The bread was perfectly crispy and all of the toppings fresh and delicious; this was a perfect combination! Lastly, it was between the Lamb Sliders Trio and the Paella! I really wanted to try the Paella, but my sister and I decided that we would try something a bit lighter and the Sliders looked so elevated, unique, and delicious. They sure did deliver! Served with fresh Goat Cheese, Guacamole, Fresh Jalapeño, Caramelized Onions, and Sriracha, which we got on the side. This dish was absolutely amazing! So different. You wouldn't think to put those flavors together, but it was so great and we would hands-down get it again! All of the food at Vinos Finos was delicious, fun, and fresh. I love how the Chef puts together various flavors that you wouldn't expect. We cannot wait to go back!

I stumbled upon this cute, quaint wine bar when searching for a bite to eat on a Sunday evening. I…read moreloved the coziness of it and it was just what I needed to "wine" down before the begins. My servers were really nice and attentive to me, with a good balance of providing my space to enjoy some "me" time I came for. The wine flights are what caught my eye so I tried the one with white wines. I love that they have so many options for them. Plenty of tapas to choose from too, and the sliders and olives paired perfectly with my wine selection. It's cool that you can tell it's a neighborhood gem, because it sees like they had some Sunday regulars which is nice in a city that's growing so quickly and can easily to lose that neighborly feeling.

Love Blackbird Brewery! So friendly and great atmosphere. Just had a surprise party for my mom and…read morethey were awesome!! Thanks again to Harmony and the team!

Service is always great, and the music is always a great mix. Drinks are always great and strong.read more

I loved the drinks and vibes at Gatsby's! I had the seasonal Pumpkin Martini and Apple Cider Mule…read more The Pumpkin Martini was my favorite, it was sweet and tasted like cinnamon and pumpkin. The drinks were strong and well worth the price. Our bar tender was nice and easy to talk to. They have a popcorn machine that you can help yourself to for a snack. I hope to come back and try out the dart boards I saw!

This was a cool pit stop for some friends and I. We stopped in for a drink before going to a show…read more The place had a welcoming atmosphere and the bar tender was super friendly and personable. The bar had various brews on tap but the real charm of Gatsby's is their unique signature cocktails.

Local 919 is open in the space previously occupied by Triangle Wine. There is not much that has…read morechanged, they still have a good selection of beer and wine. If you re in the area, check this spot out. Cheers!

Excellent taproom and bottle shop with a wide selection of beers and wines. Would love to see a…read morecouple cheaper options but love the selection

Interesting. Was looking for a new spot to celebrate with some friends. Yelped around and found…read morethis place. But still had to look for it. LOL. It's where Sur La Table is...near The Captain and Cookie joint. Went in for early dinner. Empty. But if you do the same. Don't be alarmed. The folks were dining on European time...bumpin at 7pm. So cool! We got a flight of light wines and all were different and pretty decent. I got a pasta dish and really liked the blackened chicken. I'd just be happy to have it on its own. I think the decor could have some softer furnishings to break up the hard angles and lean into the cozy vibe a bit more. Lots of angles and metal. I'd pop in some soft ivory stools at the bar end for a really lux vibe. Hostess and server were nice. Efficient. Definitely a place to keep on rotation.

Foxcroft is located in the North Hills area. Once we arrived we were seated right away. I loved the…read moredecor in the restaurant with multiple wine bottles on display. The business was clean and there is also a bar inside. The restaurant has a large selection of wines and offers flights for purchase. The restaurant had some people dining in but they were not overly packed. Initially our server was pleasant and attentive. I got a blood orange sparkling water. It was ok. I ordered the whipped ricotta for an appetizer to share and a burger with fries for my entree. The whipped ricotta was ok. It would taste better with some sort of seasoning in it. My fries were served hot but needed some salt. I asked for my burger to be cooked well done but I was brought a burnt burger. I took one bite but it was too overcooked. I then requested that my server have my burger be cooked medium well so I didn't get another burnt burger. When my burger was brought back out, our server had me cut into my burger to make sure it was to my liking. The preparation was better but it was bland and tasted like there wasn't any seasoning on it. After this our server wasn't as attentive anymore. For dessert we got the donuts. They were served warm and I enjoyed them with the cherry sauce. I did not like the chocolate sauce that was served with the donuts.

Unwined has an inviting lounge space and wine cabinet worth stopping in to browse. I did that on my…read morefirst visit and took home a French red blend. This review marks my second visit. I'm here to buy a bottle to pair with my holiday meal plans. I want to thank Diana for taking time to chat with me and help me choose a bottle. She remembers me from my first visit. I didn't have a chance to check out the rooftop space, but that's for my third visit! I also bought a glass of white wine for a reasonable price and enjoyed it in the lounge space. You get a small discount on your purchase if you pay with cash. I recommend doing so when buying multiple bottles as the card fee does add up. Unwined has a special spot in my heart. I look forward to returning next time I'm in Wake Forest.

Absolutely gorgeous setting on White Street in downtown Wake Forest! Perfect spot for a birthday…read moremeet up with friends! Beautiful rooftop view! Plenty of drinks options to suit everyone and restaurants and food trucks nearby for dinner "carry in"! There was also a yoga class happening, which I need to check out!!

This place is perfectly located in the center of Midtown with a nice view of the park. They have…read moreboth indoor and outdoor seating upstairs and downstairs. There's tables, couches and the cutest seating throughout the entire building. The build your own charcuterie is what I went in for. For $15 you can pick three meats or cheeses and they have add-ons like pickles, jams and olives for an extra $1-$2. You absolutely should try the prosciutto and goat Brie, as well as the sweet pickles and fig jam, delicious! I paired this with two classic of their Pinot Gris. Although, I went alone this is a perfect group setting and/or date night spot! Service was quick and the bartender was extremely knowledgeable. Pick your seating and they will bring everything to you.

It's odd that I'm reviewing a bar and the first thing I mention is the art on the wall. But it…read morereally stuck out to me in a positive manner. Especially the block party painting by the fireplace. Also the gold painting towards the back was really well done. Drinks are reasonably priced and the staff was more than happy to give me a sample of wine before I purchased the glass. They do keep a variety of beers on draft as well. For food, it's just light snacks like olives and cheese and crackers. If you're coming with a group, they have several communal tables available. Parking is available in the deck around the corner.

The inside of this place is really cool and neat. We loved the live painting and music. Lots of fun…read moredecor-- skeleton keys, playbills, theater posters. They had a small section for books and things. It was neat. The tables are really small and the drinks were just okay. We had 6 with us and it wasn't great for a crowd. Maybe only 2-4 would be better.

Cute drink spot in downtown Wake Forest. Lowkey but a fun stop for a quick drink. Service is good…read moreand drinks are well priced.

I really enjoyed this restaurant. The food lived up to my expectations. The fried duck ravioli was…read morepretty good. It had a solid crunch out the outside and it was still flavorful and rich on the inside. The steak was exceptional. Perfectly booked medium rare throughout with a perfect sear. The cheesecake was the only thing I was a little disappointed by. It was good, but it wasn't cheesecake. It was pretty much just cake with a tiny bit of cheese filling. The service was good. Our server and the manager were pretty attentive and made sure we had everything we needed. The ambiance was nice, your typical upscale steakhouse. I didn't get a chance to go into the speak easy but from what I saw it seemed like it'd be a really fun place to grab a drink

Ate dinner on Sunday evening at the Heritage Grill in the Wine Bar area. The food and service was…read moretop notch. The beef short ribs was perfectly composed with a savory sauce and truffle mash. My wife had a wedge salad and the sautéed shrimp. She is gluten free and the server verified with the chef to make sure he was right on what had gluten and what was gluten free. For semester we had a flourless tort. I would suggest this place for a nicer meal with gluten free options. The Wine Barrel side is more casual, which was nice for us because we wanted a good meal but also wanted to watch the NFL playoff game.

Great place to watch a game! Ice cold beer and friendly people make this small town tavern a good…read moretime!

The lowdown: This is a small bar for a small town but offers a lot. This small bar offers 6…read moretelevisions, lots of bourbon choices, a handful of beers on tap. Fun fact: pinball machine for fifty cents, dart boards and a pool table along w some video gambling machines. Trivia on Wednesday nights. Decided to check out Main Street Tavern since it's in walking distance to my house. Walking in I immediately felt a friendly "home" vibe. I felt like these strangers were already my friends even though we didn't say a word to each other. There were a variety of ages ( seems like late 20 and up) primarily middle age looking patrons. There was 1 bartender but she seemed more than able to handle herself behind the bar. If you want food, you'll have to bring it in from elsewhere, but it was a good experience, and I want to check it out for trivia night one Wednesday.