Tapas Restaurants in Raleigh, NC

“This was our first time at Madras. Great food…loved the roasted cauliflower with green goddess dipping sauce. My husband loved the octopus. The outside Wednesday night band was an excellent bonus!!“

“Thoroughly enjoyed the dining experience! Exceptional wait staff, amazing craft cocktails and the cuisine was phenomenal! Loved the chic ambience! Will definitely return!“

“Well executed. I like how unique everything feels (ambience and the food). Really enjoyed my corzetti. Maybe the best pasta dish I've had in Raleigh. Excited to come back.Pros (in order of impressiveness):- Service was awesome. Feels very intentional and professional.- Ambience - community table seating was fun. Wish there were more of these in Raleigh.- Food - the pasta dishes were great. Nice selection to choose from and really fresh taste. I liked that they weren't excessively buttery/cheesy as many pasta dishes are at a typical nice Italian restaurant. Good wine selection as well.- Portion sizes were perfect thanks to the service team. For 2 people: 2 starters, 2 pastas, and a dessert was the perfect amount to be full but not stuffedCons:- The starters were fine, but didn't stick out to me as much as the pasta did- Limited dessert menu, but we liked what we got“

“Really really enjoyed the visit! Old World decor and charm, great service, Thanks Kayla, wonderful selection of authentic Tapas, I need to go back, there's so much more unexplored to try! Maybe just seafood this time. There are so many combinations. Keep up the great work!“

“Great place to enjoy small plates and good wine with good friends.“

“A hidden gem located within the Bedford community. Friendly, helpful staff. A casual menu for breakfast and lunch. Evenings offer a limited small bites menu. A great selection of wine, craft beer and cocktails! Live music most Thursdays! I highly recommend!!“

“We went for Mother's Day brunch, and appreciated that they offered a special menu but also allowed us to order from their standard menu. My daughter and I choose options from the special menu and were pleased with our chooses. The crab Benedict I had was one of the best I've had. Perfect poached egg coupled with the crab and Hollandaise sauce was an ideal combination.“

“I recently visited MOFU Dumpling Shoppe located in downtown Raleigh and had a largely enjoyable experience. The dumplings here are a true delight, each bite filled with amazing flavors. The service matched the quality of the food—efficient and friendly, making the dining experience smooth and pleasant. However, it's worth noting that the pricing at MOFU Dumpling Shoppe feels a bit steep. While the food is good, the value proposition might not sit well with everyone. Specially in Raleigh. Additionally, the location of the restaurant might be a concern for some. The surrounding of this specific area of downtown Raleigh has seen better days and currently feels a bit less welcoming due to the presence of a somewhat sketchy vibe. This aspect might affect the overall appeal of the restaurant to potential visitors looking for a comfortable and relaxed dining environment. Overall, if you're in for the food and service and don't mind spending a bit more, MOFU Dumpling Shoppe offers some delicious options. However, do consider the surrounding area when planning your visit.“

“Vinos Finos has a very decent wine selection and the service was great! We started at the bar and had wine flights (super fun way to sample multiple wines). The crostini of the day was burrata with pesto and tomato’s with arugula and balsamic glaze. Yummy! Perfection with a bartender selected red wine flight! We then moved outside and had a lovely bottle of Merlot with sandwiches from the Italian deli next door. I highly recommend Vinos Finos for a complete dining experience at Lafayette Village.“

“Have been there twice, I got the hanger steak the first time and the fire ramen the next time both dishes were prepared to perfection! My compliments to the cooks! Zoe and Sam were an amazing tag team for service with everyone in the place. Let me tell you that cheesecake is to die for! This is one of my new fave spots In the Raleigh area!“

“This place was great! We came on a Sunday night and the bartender was friendly and nice. He was attentive, and made recommendations. As for the location, it’s well kept with plenty of space.The drinks themselves were amazing, with a wide selection to choose from. Fairly priced as well though it can be tricky not to get carried away so be cautious.A nice touch I noticed was that the bathrooms contained mints and mouthwash for one to freshen up. All in all, it was a nice experience and I’ll def be back again.“

“Great atmosphere, great food, great staff, and even great prices!! Check them out for your next date night!“

“I Love It Great Service! Great People“

“Awesome place! Great staff! Great food! Amazing beer!“

“From beginning to end— exceptional service! The food was flavorful and very good! I was so impressed! Met up with a old friend and our food was delicious and hot! Next time I will try the jerk chicken— looked over my shoulder at other plates! Loved it! I“

“We had an awesome time and enjoyed the food, service and killer view!“