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    Wakefield Tavern

    4.1 (278 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    10" Chicken Spiedie Pizza
    Hannah L.

    3.5-4 stars! We were able to easily make a reservation for four people when we wanted to watch a sporting event together. They had some surrounding TVs. Their menu and drink selection was plentiful - the Bull City Apple Cider was amazing! We ordered the soft pretzels and chicken pizza. Everything we ordered was pretty average and yummy but nothing to write home about. Very lovely and timely staff, clean environment, easy parking - but I wouldn't rush to return, nothing special.

    Blackened Burger
    Catherine J.

    This was our first trip here. Atmosphere was that of a typical tavern. Hostess was friendly and we were able to be seated promptly on a Saturday night (party of 2). Appeared clean and our waiter was attentive and helpful. Drinks were really good, probably the star of our experience. We ordered the hot Carmel Apple and a blackberry bourbon drink. Both were delicious. I loved the option of getting my caramel apple hot because it was super cold outside. Food was okay for bar food. We started with the Philly cheesesteak egg rolls. They had a nice crunch and were very tasteful. Unsure if they are made in house or from frozen so I guess that's good! I ordered the blackened burger as it comes, well done. It came out a little more pink than I like but I ate it as is. I enjoyed the flavor of the pico and queso on the burger. My husband ordered the chicken pot pie. He was not impressed, he said it was very salty and he did not care for the topping.

    Fish and chips
    Virginia B.

    A group of us came here for dinner before going to see the Charlie Brown musical. Despite being early, it was still very crowded and difficult to get in and out of one small door with people trying to come in while others are trying to exit. There's plenty of parking because it's in a large strip mall. We had a reservation so we were seated quickly. The huge menu was already on the table which was helpful. They have appetizers, salads, sandwiches, soup, tacos, wings,burgers and some entree dishes. A lot to choose from. The noise level is very loud so it was hard to have a conversation with anyone except those who were seated right next to me. I had the fish and chips with fries and a tiny cup of coleslaw. The fish was a good size and a decent portion ( there's an option of 2 or 3 pieces). It was cooked nicely but really lacked flavor. I tried by adding a ton of malt vinegar but still was just missing some flavor in the breading . Good fries and lots of them. Tiny coleslaw was ok. Tea was good and not overly sweet. My friends had the shrimp dinner, the Monte Cristo sandwich and a chicken wrap. The shrimp were " good but very salty". The Monte cristo was good and the best thing about the chicken wrap was the chicken. They have a special marinade for the chicken that's different. Prices were reasonable except for the tea. I would only return if in a group and would request outdoor seating in hopes it would be quieter.

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    Jeannette A.

    Wow... the service as soon as we walked in has been great. Place is packed yet we were greeted right away and a booth opened up for us. Our server Jessie is cute and bubbly and very helpful with accommodating my special requests too. We enjoyed a couple specialty cocktails and I had the chicken Greek salad and my husband had the Southwest chicken wrap with chips. Everything was delicious and even though it was busy, the atmosphere was pleasant. Seems like many were enjoying the Sunday games on all the TV's while others were just here to enjoy family time.

    Allison P.

    Great spot! We had lunch there last weekend and sat at the bar. The bartender was super friendly and we enjoyed the chatter of the bar. I ordered the buffalo chicken wrap and homemade chips. It was delicious! Solid staple when in Raleigh.

    Special - Croissant turkey with bacon and avocado
    Jeannette A.

    Monte Crisco is worth the visit here. The special was also yummy. Croissant with turkey bacon and avocado.

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    14 days ago

    Food was on point Aaron was a great server as well! The place was a vibe. We will definitely be back

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    23 days ago

    The best fish and chips! Never had anything but excellent food and service from here! Love love love it

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    8 months ago

    Good food, friendly staff, cozy restaurant. Ground beef from Angus Barn. I've eaten there a couple of times and not been disappointed yet.

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    Not only is the food amazing, the owners and staff are just lovely. Great place to enjoy an evening!

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    Excellent place for food and a cold beer. Friendly staff and a great place to watch sports. I will come back for sure.

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    1 year ago

    Great food and great service. The club sandwich was great as was this Mac and cheese. Good beer selection

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    Good food, good staff. Prices are a little on the high side. Atmosphere is a bit loud.

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    Food was very good - great fish and chips. Service was wonderful! We will definitely return

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    The Pickled Onion Restaurant & Bar - Fish and Chips

    The Pickled Onion Restaurant & Bar

    3.8(259 reviews)
    1.1 mi
    $$

    We have to give credit where credit is due- Pickled Onion is open on Christmas Day and delivered an…read moreamazing meal. The fish tacos were fantastic, the bourbon chicken was delicious, the wedge salad was simple but so good. Baked potato hit the spot and the lobster queso - wow. It's not a looker but it's a taster! Thank you to the Pickled Onion staff who selflessly worked on arguably the biggest holiday of the year and didn't let quality suffer. Really, really delicious meal!

    While I'd like to give the Pickled Onion a great review as a neighborhood sports bar, I can't…read more Here are the reasons: - I ordered the Chicago Beef, advertised as being served medium rare. It was served well done. When asked "how is everything" by the bartender/server as he rushed by I replied "it's okay" and he didn't break stride before moving on to the next table. - a different server came by after awhile and asked if we needed to go boxes. I declined and said the beef was overcooked. The server walked away. - a third person came over and said "I heard you were not satisfied with your meal". I explained that it was not served as advertised. He then asked "what would you like me to do about this"? I find this an odd question - no apology for the beef being over cooked, no offer to comp the item, he never introduced himself. - I chose not to answer the question. He then came back with the bill and let us know that he comped the over cooked sandwich (which included one side on the menu) but "only charged you for the side" Yes, my review is overly detailed and may come across as whiny. However, our party of four honestly felt like the staff didn't care if we were there or not. They also forgot my dining companion's grilled chicken on her grilled chicken Caesar. I honestly hope they improve and become part of the neighborhood but our family will not return. Ps - I really like pickled onions and didn't see anything on the menu served with pickled onions.

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    Pat Murnane's Irish Pub - Instant Mashed Potatoes From A Box.

    Pat Murnane's Irish Pub

    3.8(115 reviews)
    1.6 mi
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    We tried Pat Murnane's last night and we were all pleasantly surprised. It was a Saturday night…read morearound 6:45 PM and we expected the place to be packed, but it wasn't. The bar area (with plenty of tables for dining) was packed and looked cozy, but the main dining area is huge and had only a few tables in use. We questioned our restaurant choice, but decided to keep an open mind and give it a try. We are so glad we did! The food was really good. Nice presentation and clearly, whoever prepared it is truly passionate about their job. The portions are large, so expect leftovers. We ordered a fried shrimp appetizer (similar to bang bang shrimp) and a chicken quesadilla as starters. Each could have been a meal on its own and both were delicious. (It's typical bar food - but done well.) For our main dishes we ordered Shepherds Pie (server's recommendation and favorite menu item ), Northern Fish Fry (cod); and a simple cheeseburger with bacon.. everything was tasty, nicely prepared, and again...large portions. The Shepherds Pie came with fresh steamed veggies that were wonderful and a nice surprise. *Note that cod is the Northern Fish Fry- but they also offer a catfish version. The wine was 50% off both by the glass and bottle, I believe that is their typical Saturday drink special. They have a prime rib special on Saturdays as well that is supposedly delicious, and served only until they run out. There is an 8oz or 12oz option. The server was fantastic as well. She was very attentive, knew the menu, and clearly enjoys her job. What more can you ask for? Prices: Our total bill (before tip) was $127 which included a couple drinks from the bar for each of us. The dinners we ate ranged from $16-$20. The starters were a bit pricey (~$18 for the quesadillas) but again, it was meal size and truly delicious. If you are hungry for a burger or typical Irish bar food, then give this place a try. Hopefully you'll have an experience similar to ours! (Our server was home from college for the holidays, so hopefully the rest of the staff is equally attentive.)

    The food was great. I was a bit disappointed with the service. We came in on a Friday night about…read more6:45. It wasn't very busy only a few tables occupied. It took almost an hour to get our entrees. I will still give it another try because the food was good.

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    Over the Falls - Beef on Weck

    Over the Falls

    4.2(749 reviews)
    3.7 mi
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    We live in North Raleigh but regularly do our shopping in Wake Forest because it's so convenient,…read moreand once we're there, everything is close by, including lunch. The two of us eat at Over the Falls regularly and always enjoy it. I'm honestly surprised I hadn't written a review before. Lunch for two came to $65.80 + tax and tip, and there was more than enough food. I ordered one of my two favorites: the Ahi Tuna Pita (the other favorite is the blue cheese burger). I paired it with a side salad and blue cheese dressing, plus an unsweetened iced tea with lemon. My wife ordered The Barrel, their Philly cheesesteak, with a side of sweet potato fries. We also shared an order of house-made potato skins. It was far too much food, in a good way, and we took plenty home. Service was outstanding and truly a team effort. One moment stood out: when my wife hesitated to ask for sour cream for the potato skins, our server immediately said, "It's just 15 steps, let me get it for you." That small gesture made a big difference. The rest of the team was equally warm, friendly, and attentive. The ambiance works perfectly for us, lively, busy, and welcoming without feeling chaotic. I would be confident ordering virtually anything from the menu. We'll keep coming back.

    We went to Over The Falls for my birthday dinner on a Tuesday evening. It was a very good…read moreexperience. Great atmosphere. Our server and other restaurant staff made sure the experience was a great one. Food was delicious. We most definitely will go back and try something different from their menu.

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