“Absolutely outstanding food. The ribs fell off the bone and were incredibly flavorful even without the sauce. but the pernil and black beans... I could probably eat those everyday for the next year and not get tired of those. Everything was incredibly flavorful, and incredibly well cooked. Cannot recommend highly enough!“
“Worth the drive from Greensboro. Ordered the Texas trinity. Best brisket I’ve ever had. Ribs were tender and amazing. The sausages had a great spice to them. Ordered some turkey as well and it was tender and juicy. Sides were all great as well particularly the brussel sprouts with bacon. Saw these guys on YouTube and had to try them. Will definitely be back. Best bbq in NC !“
“the food was awesome, we had ribs, brisket, pulled pork, nachos, wrapped jalapeños, and the best wings ever. the Habenero sauce was not hot, it had just the right heat to it and the Buffalo sauce was amazing. Great service, we never had to flag down our waitress. Great job“
“This is the best place in Raleigh for a healthy snack, treat, or meal. The owners are so personable and the staff is amazing. Much healthier choice and the cost is more comparable than you’ll believe. I think I’m addicted.Kid-friendliness: I watch the staff engage with families.“
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“Had a delicious sweet cream cold brew. When I said I was interested in taking some beans home I was given a thorough description of each of the available beans so I could make a perfectly informed choice. Knowledgeable staff, with perfectly pleasant salesmanship!!“
“Great place for nachos ?. We finally took the time to stop in and give Gym Tacos ? a try. We were very glad we did. The food was wonderful. We ordered our jalapeno's on the side because you never know how spicy they are. We were glad we did even though they weren't very spicy. Awesome place for street tacos or a boat load of nachos.“
“My wife and I celebrated her birthday with dinner at Cortez last night. Overall it was a great experience! The only nit would be we waited 10-15 mins after being seated for our waitress to stop by. The rest of the night more than made up for it.We ordered oysters, several small plates and shared the taco plate. The food was delicious and delivered at a good cadence, so we were not inundated with plates all at once. The food was prepared perfectly, tasty and fresh.As I put a note in our reservation that it was my wife's birthday, they kindly provided a free champagne toast and a churro with ice cream dessert with a candle. My wife was thrilled!!This was our second time dinning at Cortez, and both times the meals were excellent. We are looking forward to our next visit!“
“Me and my fiancé are in Raleigh visiting ! Decided to google best tacos in Raleigh and we chose this place . I want to start out by saying the food is top notch and service !!!! If anyone is in Raleigh definitely stop there to eat !!!!!Kid-friendliness: Not only Mexican but kid friendly !!! Chicken tenders and burgers !!!!“
“Absolutely phenomenal! Tonight was our first time trying Torchy's and it will definitely not be the last. Awesome vegetarian options that packed a ton of flavor. Mike and the entire team were so patient with us as we asked questions and had a sincere interest in ensuring that we were happy with everything. thank you all for an outstanding experience.“
“Came out to a local brewery today, but what drew me here was the food truck. I get to enjoy the beautiful weather outside sitting on picnic benches. The food is always fresh and delicious. We had the pork quesadilla and the BBQ nachos with brisket. The nachos were great. Really flavorful with plenty of meat and cheese. The quesadilla was huge and well worth the money. The service is always great. They are friendly and help you with making choices if you are unsure of what to get. My recommendation: get the brisket on anything. And get the churros and cheesecake flautas.“
“This place is so incredible, I don't know where to begin. I went in for lunch today and sat at a table in Mia's section. I was having some trouble deciding on what I wanted to do food wise, but I never felt rushed or in the way. My table was under a skylight and when Mia saw me squinting, she, completely unprompted, moved me over a table so I could get out of the sun. I started with the roasted cauliflower, which was awesome--I really loved the spicy aioli. I'm not usually a whiskey person, but when I saw the rack of assorted bitters, I decided to get an old fashioned and it did not disappoint. The beer I had was excellent as well. For my entree, I finally decided on the chicken sandwich with fries. Since it was not quite time for the fryer (they were at the tail end of brunch), Mia gave me the option of waiting so I could get fries. I was in no hurry and needed some time to digest my cauliflower, so I did. They were definitely worth the wait!! I like to have aioli with fries, so I ordered a side of herb aioli. Noticing this, Mia brought me some of their beet ranch for my fries as well, which was also quite flavorful. (I ended up rotating between the herb aioli and the ranch.) Since I was full of cauliflower, the super tasty chicken sandwich, and the incredible fries, I had to take my pot de creme dessert to-go, which Mia comped for me because of my fortitude for waiting for the crispy hot fries. I mean, who does that? I don't come to Raleigh often, but I've definitely found my new favorite place and my new favorite server. Hands down, the best service I've ever had in a restaurant.“
“Really awesome stop when visiting the area! We went with friends and it worked well for everyone to order what they wanted from different places and/or share. Every food option you could want! There's a bar with great options, they had a $15 mimosa special. Clean outdoor eating area with lots of seats.“
“Great location and fun place to have a beer. Lots of board games.Indoor and outdoor seating and there’s a little outdoor alley way.Relaxed vibes. Massive fire pit and neat bicycle and motor decor throughout.Has been around for years and remains a great brewery in town.“
“First time visiting here even though I walk past it all the time. Came here for some brunch and got seated right away outdoors. I got the French toast with a side of fruit and a mimosa as well. The French toast was pretty feeling and I enjoyed it.Our server was nice and attentive as well.“
“The coladacado smoothie was excellent, bets smoothie I've ever had. The kava was also good and relaxing - the guy made sure we understood what it was beforehand. He also made me a cortado, and it wasn't half bad. Very vibey, we will be back.“
“Large downtown Raleigh restaurant. Great food, excellent service. We had Chile relleno and shrimp tacos. Excellent. Salsa and chips good too! I lived in Texas for over a decade--so I'm pretty opinionated about Mexican food. Good food and reasonable prices.“
“This is my favorite stop when I’m in town. The owners and staff are amazing, the service is great, and the food even better! Having a one of a kind vegetarian menu this big is amazing. I just wish I was in town more often to try all the things! I was in for lunch a few days ago during a rush when they were short-staffed, and the owners stepped in to handle the surge. We had amazing service. Seriously the best all around.“
“Cute and convenient location with good drinks and friendly people. Tried a variety of pastries (cinn roll, pecan sticky bun, cranberry scone, pound cake & baguette). The flavors were nice but everything was on the dry side for my taste. Maybe the oven temps are a bit too low and the pastries get dried out? The baguette flavor was great, but still just a tad too hard and dried out. I'm sure everything would be great dunked in a beverage though.“
“I do not like Indian food. Having said this, the food here is amazing! Of particular note are the cocktails with the bubbles on top. I went with an Indian friend who ordered everything. The naan was incredible and so many different ones to try. The scallops, salmon, and lamb were also wonderful. Everything looked so beautiful that I actually took photos. I have no idea why people didn't love this restaurant.“
“Nice, little place this one! Outside seating is very convenient if you have kids. They have a solid beer menu and they also have beer flights. They sell some snacks (e.g. chips, pretzels) and the pizza place nearby (Peri Brothers) can deliver your orders right there if you tell them you're at the Sneaky Penguin. We'll definitely go back again soon.“
“Great location (parking may be hectic but it's available). We recommend the roll called Mrs. Woodbury's Fresh Find. Each fusion sushi is enough for one person (though you may want to add a nigiri or classic roll if you are extra hungry).Dietary restrictions: This is a great place for those with gluten allergy or intolerance. They ask about cross contamination of gluten.“
“Just a great place to get a brew. They fill growlers for a great price, too.Enjoyed our time here. Everyone was relaxed and nice. Probably one of the better beer selections I've seen in RDU. This almost changed my perspective of Raleigh it was so nice.“
“Amazing environment for a brewery! Very unique with great prices on drinks!! There's different games in every room that you can play while you drink, as well as a free use pool table. I've always wanted to go into the exclusive offices inside the bank, & now you can! Bartender was extremely nice & attentive as well, overall 10/10 experience for sure. Will definitely be back!“
“OK Corner Boys we Gonna have to meet on the Block about these Smoked Ribs & Collard Greens.I had Today 4/16/24 @1235pm My recipe of Smoked Ribs and Collard Greens fell out my back-pocket I turn around and there was a line for Ribs and collards EXPLAIN YOURSELF !! Enjoyed them GOOD JOB ?? see photo OTHER WORDS SEE FOR YOURSELF MY ARE GONE“
“Franklin was the best server I’ve had since the early 2000’s. Franklin had great dish recommendations, which led me to eating the best plate I’ve ever had. The green chilaquiles were better than my motha’s cooking. Don’t even get me started on the world class margs they had. Needless to say…. I’ll be heading over for brunch most weekends. Thank you Franklin for making our experience better than the Red Sox winning the 2004 World Series.“
“We hired El Rey del Taco for our wedding rehearsal dinner and they were amazing!! The tacos were delicious and all our guests loved them! We had them come to our venue and it made the rehearsal dinner run smoothly so we could all stay in one place. Jorge and Maria were easy to work with and the staff was all very friendly! We highly recommend them!!“
“We love Salt and Lime! Great costumer service and fun atmosphere. And the food is amazing!!! We probably get takeout there a few times a month. It's one of the few places my family agrees on. And they even catered for a Teacher luncheon at my child's school. So easy to work with and the food was delicious. And all the teachers who had food allergies or different food preferences could eat Salt and Limes food. We had some very happy teachers that asked for Salt and Lime to come back again. Highly recommend for going here for dinner or having events catered.“
“Slowly becoming a "not so hidden" gem in North Raleigh. Exquisite wine and beer selection. The welcoming atmosphere is the complete package: knowledgeable and attentive bartenders, oodles of TV's... just a generally sociable place. Love the new outdoor seating as well!“
“We hired El Rey del Taco for our wedding rehearsal dinner and they were amazing!! The tacos were delicious and all our guests loved them! We had them come to our venue and it made the rehearsal dinner run smoothly so we could all stay in one place. Jorge and Maria were easy to work with and the staff was all very friendly! We highly recommend them!!“
“This place is IT! The drinks were some of the most well-balanced cocktails we've ever had. But the absolutely best was the service from Serena. She is the best bartender in the triangle and makes the visit to Dram worth it! Ensure to try one of her mystery “
“It was alright. It is hard to score without comparing to other Irish pubs. As it's own restaurant, it is pretty good. But it is lacking a bit compared to other places like it. The location is clean, but almost too new looking. It does not look authentic. The waitress seemed annoyed. Still tipped her well.“
“I wouldve shared a picture of what i ordered but it didnt make it ?. The smoothies are great, I LOVE how they have combos and a very well organized store , menu and online view and presentation of their shop! Everything is categorized in case you are looking to try a certain thing. Customer service overall was great! As a first time customer I felt very comfortable. I love their positive attitude. Positive vibess . I love it . They help with any questions & have various options ! This is the best nutrition i’ve been in all North Carolina ! Literally .“
“I am a bit bias but house of hops is amazing. My neighbor owns it and as a result we're always heading over when we need to stock up on beer. Doesn't matter if it's just a six pack for ourselves or more for a party Keith always has what we're in the mood for. I love this og location and there are a rotating selection f food trucks weekly as well. Highly recommend if you haven't already checked out house of hops!“
“THE best stouts around!!!! Amazing Imperial stouts with so many flavors, but beware!!! They are dangerous with ABV’s near 15% for most of them. Stop by the food hall next door for dinner and drop in for a night cap after. If you’re a beer aficionado, then this is a must stop.“
“I absolutely love their pretzels, but this is also a great place for someone looking to hang out with friends and trying something new to drink, something familiar, or looking for a challenge over time to get your plate on the wall. Good food selection.“
“Gonza continues to be the best Mexican restaurant in Raleigh. The owner, Gonza Salamanca, visits every table to make sure you are satisfied with your total dining experience. This restaurant is consistent in every aspect...servers, food quality, presentation, beverages and deserts. It is family-friendly and a neighborhood treasure.“
“Must try the smoothie beers here! Their IPAs are decent too if you prefer hoppy brews. I've tried a large range of their beers and not one of them has disappointed! The only downfall to this brewery is the location, which deserves to be more scenic.“
“I stopped in while passing through on my way back to Alaska. Had a fantastic experience, made all the better by the friendly and knowledgeable staff. I received helpful recommendations, was able to go on a quick tour, and thoroughly enjoyed my visit in its entirety. As someone who didn't know the local scene and semi-randomly selected Trophy based on google stars and the name, I had absolutely no regrets and would return in a heartbeat.“
“The staff is always super friendly, the food is excellent, the beer specials are some of the cheapest in the area, the restaurant itself looks cool and the outside seating area is really nice. I really, really like this place.Vegetarian options: Solid vegetarian selection but most sandwiches can be ordered with vegetarian protein instead of meat.“
“Great vinyl shop with an amazing beer selection, especially IPAs. Michael is a true, genuine good guy that takes the time to talk to customers and has a HUGE heart! Your amazingly kind gesture today means more than you know to me and my family! Thank you!“
“Wow the food was amazing! I love Nigerian food although I haven't had it in years. I found this spot on Google and skeptically tried it out. The guy promised me I would be back and I definitely will be. The food was tasty and the portion size was worth the money. I had Jolif rice w/ bang bang shrimp, collards, Mac n cheese. Also had some spinach stew everything was AMAZING! I'm stuffed right now.. Definitely worth the try.“
“I love the ice cream here, I only docked one star because I wish they had more non dairy flavors (it has been vanilla only the past two months) other than their sorbet. The staff is normally very friendly, but they seem to be on their phones a lot and aren't washing their hands before serving customers after touching their phones. Overall, I recommend, I just suggest less phone use and more non dairy flavors.“
“My husband stumbled on Iris one day and we have been absolutely dedicated to this shop ever since. It is clear from the moment you walk in, that coffee is king and creativity key. The time and consideration they spend curating unique, high quality, experimental flavors is obvious from the moment you order to the last sip you take. They focus on quality over quantity, and execute that mission perfectly. We love sending people here who are dabbling in 3rd or 4th wave coffee or who are just curious about what that even means. Bryan has always been so good at explaining their process and his enthusiasm is contagious. Highly recommend trying their sandwiches as well! Love this place ❤️“
“I got donuts delivered for Valentine’s Day and they were absolutely perfect. My favorite was the pecan chocolate turtle and my fiancé’s was the lemon poppyseed, but they were all super good. We love these sourdough brioche style donuts because they’re moist, light and fluffy, and not overly sweet. We had bought some of their donuts previously at Idle Hour, but you get the best selection if you pre-order the day before. It’s awesome that they also offer delivery in addition to pick up at Idle Hour. I’m excited to hear that they’re going to be opening their own shop, I highly recommend!“
“Not only is the food incredible, but great vibes as well! OBSESSED with their QR code on the table ordering system. It's what makes Standard our first choice for a dinner out with a big group (so easy to have seperate tabs) and our first choice to pop in for a quick snack and a drink (no waiting for someone to bring us our check)! Even though no one comes to the table to take your order, the staff is on point and always there to help if you need it!“
“My husband and I come here weekly, sometimes more than once a week!The food is a great price and tastes authentic & organic... Definitely fresher than most food you can find eating out. The tahini sauce is so so good. I had the fried cauliflower roll (vegan!) and it's one of our favorites. Only $7.5!The dessert is also very homemade-authentic tasting. The best tiramisu I've had. Sweet, but not too sweet, and not "wet" or dripping like the defrosted stuff from olive garden that comes in a box.The people are also very sweet and smile when they see a regular like us!! You'll love it, it feels like family there!Dietary restrictions: Vegans and anything else can eat here. Truly one of the best vegan food places around, and yes, I love Pure Soul too.Kid-friendliness: Kids meals for only $5!“
“My friend and I were wrapping up the Raleigh Beer Trail, and ended in the coolest place. It's a drive past many warehouses and a lil intimidating at night, but a really cool vibe inside. Their home brews had interesting names like "not" baja blast and 2024, and tasted as it's named. I had the "not" baja blast and loved that it tasted like one with the buzz of alcohol and friend had a coffee based brew that was also great. Def worth checking out especially in the summertime with the outdoor seating area.“
“Went for brunch and was so inspired by the banana bread french toast, I went home and made my own. It was a bit dry for my taste, would've preferred they soaked the bread longer to make it a softer more pleasant chew. Also had the steak and eggs. Steak was too chewey. A thin ribeye works better for steak and eggs. Overall satisfied and would like to try more of the money, but I wasn't blown away by anything. The vibe is great, and I enjoyed the different moods different seating areas offered.“
“This is a nice brewery in an unexpected place. We turned down a few roads and arrived at a strip mall where this brewery is located.It is very spacious both indoors and outdoors. They are also kid and dog-friendly. (There were families and dogs spread out in the expansive outdoor area). There was also a food truck parked on the corner.They have a variety of beer to choose from and they are located on the wall. I like how they display the beer. The only downfall was the plastic cups we received. There were half and half of plastic versus glass cups. People would go and get a new beer and come out with a plastic cup and then the next time would be glass. I would prefer glass over plastic. Not sure the reasoning behind not using only glass or only plastic. I'm not sure if we will be back but it would be nice when the weather is nice and you can enjoy the outdoor area.“
“Wow! I was encouraged by the reviews; however Michael made our experience one to remember! He was attentive and genuine. We were celebrating my bday so we started with dessert!! The best benets ever!!! The oysters are fresh and perfectly charred. Gumbo was one for the books. Do not hesitate to eat here!“