New American Restaurants in Raleigh, NC

“Great food and overall dining experience. The Mac & cheese to share is out of this world.“

“The best chicken and waffles I've ever had.“

“Fabulous service at the bartop. Roy's recommendations were impeccable and considerate of dietary restrictions. The food was outstanding and wine pairings complemented well. Highly recommend sourcing from the starters and sides to get the most variety, unless you wish to commit to the steak or full entree. Oysters and acorn squash were a great combo. I appreciated the ability to do a GF dessert (elevated ice cream sundae!) to top off the night. Thank you!!“

“It has to be one of my favorite restaurants for brunch in Raleigh.“

“I love the first thing you see is black lives matter and the rainbow flag their support of equality means the world! 🌎
Limited menu but everything was really good our waiter was awesome very friendly very sweet. Prices were reasonable. We would definitely come back“

“The atmosphere is great, and the food is both delicious and reasonably priced. One thing that really stood out was the attentive service. it's rare to find a restaurant in Raleigh with so many waitstaff. I also appreciated their sleek black uniforms, which added a nice touch to the overall vibe. The manager was incredibly friendly and made a point to walk to each table to check in with customers, ensuring everyone was satisfied.“

“Fabulous food, cocktails and atmosphere!“

“HIGH PRAISE for the entire staff at Seasons 52! From the moment we walked through the door, we were greeted by an exceptionally friendly gentlemen behind the HOST desk. Andy. This set the tone for a stellar dining experience from our servers Nikki and a new server trainee...Ian. Our table of 4 was celebrating a 90th birthday and 2 of the 4 guests had never been to Seasons 52 and are sure to return. The kitchen delivered promptly and to our highest food satisfaction. Everything was DELIcious, beautifully presented and the temps of all of our meals as spot on. Our entire DINING experience was something so rarerly seen in even very high restaurants. THANK YOY SEASONS 52 for always remaining true to who you started out to be many years ago.“

“Late lunch on a Sunday. Service was slow but the food was delish! I ordered the whiskey glazed salmon. The yellow carrots was something i never had before, they were a lil too firm but other than that the entire dish was good! I would definitely come back again next time I'm in town. I saw several other options on the menu that I wanted to try.“

“Service was excellent and very good food!“

“Had dinner on Wednesday evening. The food was fantastic and the service (thanks to Franklin) was professional, timely and courteous. I would recommend this restaurant to everyone.“

“I recently had the pleasure to dine at Second Empire. The food was so delicious. I had the swordfish which was cooked to perfection and was enhanced by the sauces and sides. At the waiter’s suggestion, I ordered wine that was complimentary and wonderful. The waitstaff was professional, knowledgeable and fun. The setting was beautiful. I look forward to dining there again and highly recommend it!“

“A year later and the question remains on where the server disappears to. Burger was good. Fries were over cooked. Happy they have zero proof cocktails but why do they cost more than real cocktails.

Burgers were good and the kids enjoyed the shakes. My cocktail was also good. The fried deviled eggs were different and delicious. The only thing bothersome were the flies. I counted at least 6 hovering. Our server also disappeared for a bit. Do they go on break when they have tables?“

“We hadn't been to irregardless in years and now I wonder what took us so long. The food was wonderful, although the menu is small. the wait staff  was so solicitous and polite. We were very impressed. The food came out hot and on time ..well prepared. They had a jazz duo with a saxophone player. Just nice background music rather than being too loud. We will be back soon.“

“Accueil chaleureux, service exceptionnel de David, les plats étaient tous meilleurs les uns que les autres, nous avons adoré notre souper! Oeufs farcis, huîtres et Sancerre ont été des coups de coeur pour moi.“

“Excellent service and food quality! We had cocktails and a light appetizer while waiting for a table. Then once seated, the two of us ordered: three small plates, one large plate, and a dessert all to share. The timing was perfect. Each item came out separately, with an appropriate pause in between. We were not rushed or overwhelmed. Staff was very attentive without ever being anywhere close to overbearing.“

“Sunday brunch is amazing.“

“Nothing beats a passionate chef. Tonight was my first experience, and it's only the beginning! The staff was amazing and did not make me feel rushed. 5-star plus. I've never been to a restaurant where all the mussels were open and full of flavor until Northside Bistro. It was impressive and absolutely delicious, and they also serve some of the best cocktails I've ever had!“

“Grows excellent with all 4 of us . He was so pleasant and helpful.“

“I am at Glenwood often and love the main dining area and the atmosphere. The food is great especially the salmon.“

“Sydney was our server. She did an amazing job. She is a bright star shining in personality and service. We started with the peach & raspberry salad. The goat cheese complimented it well. I was surprised by the prosciutto in the middle, but my friend loved it. We then moved onto the Tuna Crudo and Longganisa Sausage. Both stood on their own with wonderful flavors. We finished with the Trout and Steak. Both prepared properly. Correct temperature and seasoning. We love us Jolie, but we will be back. Probably have to flip a coin each time.“

“Great vibe, friendly staff, nice game selection! Had an awesome time!!“

“Excellent beer choices and service!“

“The food & service were excellent.“

“This is time 3rd time visiting. Each visit was just as good as the first. The food was impeccable, the wait staff was friendly and attentive, and the drinks were great!! I just had the best grilled chicken sliders. The chicken breast was juicy, and the bread was very soft. I love the atmosphere too.“

“Michelle was a pleasure! This place has only had a couple owners since opening in 1984. Kid friendly lunch spot, they also serve brunch! Patty Melt was delicious and so was the Cowboy Burger. Ordered a single pancake and it was almost as big as the plate! We will definitely be coming back, good value for the prices.“

“Fast service very friendly“

“Good selection of beers on tap or in can, including a house IPA. The inside dining room is small and outdated, but the balcony overlooking the lake is where it's at. Additionally, I have tried several dishes (pizza, Philly cheese steak, Rachel) and all of them are top notch.“

“Delicious chocolates and fun gift items! The food is great, too!“

“We’ve eaten here for years and I guess I never wrote up a review. Food and service has consistently been great. This times was no exception. It’s a great restaurant to share a meal at especially before or after walking around the museum. Sometimes it gets especially crowded so I’d suggest reservations for peak times/days. I think we tried to get a reservation for this lunch and they weren’t taking reservations- we didn’t have a problem snagging a table.“

“Great food, great vibe. We sat inside on the 2nd floor. Bartender was awesome! Foods and drinks we delish. Definitely going to be a new spot for us!“

“Great place to eat; they definitely took care of us! Plenty of portions and friendly staff. Great atmosphere!“

“Very good food and service!“

“These guys were great stop by get a wrap and pick up a few of the Grab N Go meals from the freezer. Or order the weekly meal plan.“

“Todo esta muy bueno desde quesabirrias,tacobirria, empanadas de carne y queso,everything is very good.“

“OMG. Laura is the best bartender I have ever had we drove 45 minutes just to see her and she make the best drinks. It’s a little pricier than we’re used to but she’s worth the drive. We have followed her for over four years. We shall return.“

“Was shopping close to renaissance hotel and found this bar/ restaurant.. stopped in for a quick sip and snack ..

the bartender Lois was just amazing ! Very helpful and her service was exceptional .. smiling all the way and suggesting good stuff.

They just had few beers on tap . I liked the home brewed wheat beer. Light and tasted good . Wish they had few other brands on tap. IPA on tap was also average. They did have bottles and other options .. lots of tables to sit and drink. Parking is a problem here z tough to get one closer to the hotel . Overall a good experience , just because of Lois .. ?????“

“We got the pretzel burger and Mediterranean wrap with a couple beers. We were there for lunch and ate outside on their beautiful patio. Overall a great experience! The service was really good, everyone was so nice, and the food exceeded expectations. I would definitely recommend what we ate and appreciated that so many of the beers were local.

Parking: It’s in a shopping plaza. We went when it wasn’t busy (11am) so we were able to easily find parking right out front“

“Great Mac and cheese AND offer gluten free! best of all! usually when a place offers gluten free, you have to settle for only one item. but here there were lots of choices. very pleased. could not tell the difference in this gluten free dish and non gluten free. fantastic taste! great job!“

“Great place, friendly staff good portions for the price. Very clean. I highly recommend their chicken salad.“

“Jamie and Marie are awesome. Drinks were amazing!! Desserts were also amazing!! Espresso martini was the best I’ve ever had.“

“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“

“Decided to dine with Bad Daddy for lunch. Overall the burger was delicious, however I found “Daddy’s Rules” a little discouraging. Very 2007 of them… sorry Bad Daddy, but I am your daddy and I don’t think I’ll come back. Or at least not make a special trip.“

“Our family shared some appetizers before enjoying a concert at Meymandi’s Concert Hall which is just across the street. As the name implies, the rooftop lounge is on the 10th floor so has some great views from the outside terrace. It’s a convenient location for arriving early for a show to get good parking and then relaxing for some appetizers before going to an evening show.“

“The best tasting grit in town they were very good👅👅👅“

“Good food. Great service! Kelcey was very helpful and very attentive to our needs. She handled multiple tables all the while answering questions about the area. She is a great asset to the restaurant!“

“We decided to pop in Good Day Good Night for an after dinner drink. There were 5 of us. We each ordered 1 drink and one person ordered dessert. Her coffee finally arrived, after she finished her dessert. The rest of us had to wait over 30min for our drink. I ordered a White Russian. It was so iced down, the ice had melted and the drink just watery whatever. Our server just acted like we were bothering him, each time we asked about the status of our drink order. My drink was the only mixed drink. The others were a shot of bourbon, and 3 decafs (the coffee was already made) Next time we want to stop somewhere for an after dinner drink, it won't be here.“

“We had an excellent dinner for our group this evening. We had a large group, we were seated and served very quickly. I would absolutely recommend this for a great dinner and wonderful staff. Scott, Rick and Susan went above and beyond to make sure our experience was wonderful.“

“The wife took me here for my birthday and it was a wonderful vibe. Food was awesome and the staff was very friendly. Also didn't have to wait on the food very long. Definitely would recommend this place“

“Late Saturday dinner that turned into a special dining experience. The cocktails were fabulous - try the Apothecary- refreshing! Watermelon salad spectacular presentation - we split it - the taste was superb and so fresh. Dinner did not disappoint - potato gnocchi with super tender eggplant and two fresh sauces tomato and eggplant. I did not leave a crumb on my plate. My partner was equally impressed with his pork potato, kale and chicheron dish. We finished with homemade sorbet trio. Yum! Drinks are pricey and pours looked small - so we ordered a bottle of Vino Verde which was perfect.“