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1. Mandolin
4.6
Exceptional(2823)
Price: Moderate
• Southern • Raleigh
Booked 25 times today
Mandolin is a breath of fresh air to the Raleigh dining scene, combining a casual atmosphere with fresh, contemporary, Southern fare. Mandolin uses the highest quality local ingredients to create seasonal menus that resonate with foodies and casual diners, alike. We share our food in a relaxed, cozy atmosphere that replaces the stuffiness of fine-dining with Southern charm. The menu and ambiance reflect the character of Raleigh itself- a blend of rustic and refined, contemporary and traditional, rural and metropolitan. Mandolin, like the City of Oaks, is Southern at its roots, but draws influences from around the world. We love our new home in Hayes Barton, just a stone's throw from Five Points, on the corner of Oberlin and Fairview.
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2. Brewery Bhavana
4.8
Exceptional(4225)
Price: Moderate
• Brewery • Raleigh
Booked 133 times today
To make a reservation, if joining us for dinner, please use OpenTable to book your reservation of parties of 6 guests and less. Though reservations are highly encouraged, walk-in guests are also welcome.For gatherings of 7-16 guests, please send us an email at info@brewerybhavana.com, and we will get back to you within 24-48 hours. For events and parties of 17+ guests, please visit our Events tab at brewerybhavana.com.Thank you for your continued support. We can’t wait to see you again very soon!
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3. Oak Steakhouse - Raleigh
4.8
Exceptional(2339)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Raleigh
Booked 45 times today
Oak Steakhouse Raleigh continues the legacy of the original Oak Steakhouse in Charleston, SC, with a modern take on the classic steakhouse. Located in the Warehouse District of downtown Raleigh, Oak Steakhouse offers an innovative approach to steakhouse dining, serving farm-fresh dishes alongside steakhouse classics. Under the direction of executive chef Todd Woods, Oak's menu highlights the restaurant's relationship with local farmers and purveyors. To complement the menu, Oak's expansive wine list features California Cabernet and Old World reds, including a selection of Italian and Spanish wines, as well as an array of artisan domestic wines. In celebration of Raleigh's local brewery scene, Oak Steakhouse showcases local brews alongside domestic and international beers. Classic and creative, seasonal cocktails are also on the menu.
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4. Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar
4.6
Exceptional(3033)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Raleigh
Booked 53 times today
Mulino Italian Kitchen and Bar, a locally owned Italian restaurant that has been named one of Raleigh's best by Raleigh Magazine. Located in the heart of downtown Raleigh, minutes from the Raleigh Convention Center, Mulino offers an authentic dining experience that showcases the rich flavors and traditions of Italy. Guests can enjoy classic Italian dishes made with fresh ingredients, perfectly paired with wines from Italy & beyond.Mulino’s inviting atmosphere includes cozy indoor seating & a beautiful outdoor patio, available on a first-come basis. Mulino can accommodate parties from 2 to 250 guests. For groups of 12 or more, a special large-party menu is available to enhance your dining experience.Parking is available at 209 N. Dawson Street, 329 N McDowell Street, and streetwise along Lane Street.We look forward to welcoming you to Mulino Italian Kitchen and Bar, where every meal is crafted with passion and every guest is treated like family.
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5. Cucciolo Terrazza Raleigh
4.7
Exceptional(746)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Raleigh
Booked 40 times today
Cucciolo Terrazza, named Best New Restaurant 2022 by Raleigh Magazine, serves simple and delicious Italian food using the highest quality ingredients in an upscale, yet friendly and casual environment. We will always strive to provide the best service possible through genuine care for our Guests.
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6. Ruth's Chris Steak House - North Raleigh
4.5
Awesome(1861)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Raleigh
Booked 54 times today
Ruth's Chris Steak House in Raleigh is located in the vibrant midtown community of North Hills. Whether it's a romantic steak dinner for two, an important business meeting, or a private party, Ruth's Chris Steak House can accommodate your needs and our Raleigh steakhouse provides guests with a warm, comfortable atmosphere of casual elegance.
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7. J. Betski's
4.7
Exceptional(82)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary European • Raleigh
Booked 8 times today
Relaxed, casual, lively location serving East & Central influenced European Cuisine with a modern, local flair that will pleasantly surprise your palate; features the option of using a hybrid service system or traditional print menu service. Located on the edge of the Five Points neighborhood in Raleigh, NC. We use the highest quality seafood, meats, poultry and local produce for our menu of small and mid size plates, providing you a unique and memorable flavor experience. Enjoy one of our expertly created craft cocktails, or order from our list of wines or extensive selection of high quality European and local Beers.
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8. Cortez Seafood + Cocktail
4.7
Exceptional(861)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Raleigh
Booked 19 times today
If you can't find the date you are looking for here, please call or text the restaurant directly at 919.342.8227 as it may still be available through our central booking.Reservation Cancellation Policy: As we are a small restaurant with limited seating, No Shows and Reservations cancelled with less than 12 hour notice may be subject to a charge of $20 per person.Our Patio counts on a heated and covered tent that will run through December, January and February for additional seating.The Cortez is a fresh seafood and small plates experience with a freshly kept selection of tropical cocktails that draw on our food memories, travels through the years, and Mexican-American heritage.
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9. MOFU Shoppe
4.7
Exceptional(693)
Price: Moderate
• Asian • Raleigh
Booked 28 times today
Nestled in the historic City Market neighborhood of downtown Raleigh, MOFU Shoppe brings you the flavors of Asia with the comfort of southern hospitality. Our dishes are inspired by our identity as Taiwanese Americans who grew up in the South around a multitude of diverse food cultures. Born out of the Food Network award winning Pho Nomenal Dumpling Truck, we have come a long way and can't wait to see you in soon.
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10. ORO
4.7
Exceptional(2179)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Raleigh
Booked 20 times today
ORO Restaurant & Lounge located in the heart of Downtown Raleigh, is a fun, chic, and casual restaurant in the PNC Building at the corner of Martin and Wilmington Streets. Rather than offering individual starters and main courses, ORO serves dishes that are designed for sharing among friends and are brought to the table steadily and continuously throughout the meal. Offering an extensive wine list, cocktail selection, and a variety of local beer that will be sure to please all palates.

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  • Haley
    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    I had a wonderful birthday dinner here with incredible food and service! Claire, our server, was kind and attentive to detail. Thank you for a lovely experience!
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    Brewery BhavanaPrice: Moderate• Brewery• Raleigh
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    4.8
  • Kathryn
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Our waiter Cameron was the absolute best. He was incredibly attentive and personable. The food and atmosphere were amazing as well but the service really took the cake. I can’t speak highly enough of Cameron, he is truly amazing at his job.
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    Oak Steakhouse - RaleighPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Raleigh
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    4.8
  • KathyVIP
    New York City •17 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Excellent lunch menu, great atmosphere and awesome wait staff providing excellent service with attitude to please. Food presentation was beautiful and delicious. Thank you! Always enjoy the dining experience.
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    MandolinPrice: Moderate• Southern• Raleigh
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    4.6
  • George
    Columbus •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 4 Jan 2025
    This was my first time at Mulino my wife wanted to come here for her Birthday we were a little upset at first because we made reservation for 5:30 a week in advance but I guess they had a wedding party already booked and they called us the day before our reservation to push our time back an hour needless to say I was not happy but I must say the food and the service was outstanding enough that the time no longer matter to me we are making a family reservation as we speak for my oldest sons birthday on February the 15th this is an outstanding restaurant with outstanding service
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    Mulino Italian Kitchen & BarPrice: Moderate• Italian• Raleigh
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    4.6
  • RobertVIP
    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 25 Dec 2024
    Our family enjoyed a fantastic and delightful dining experience on Christmas Eve. Our server, Taylor, could not have been more friendly, cheerful, or helpful. The sommelier offered tastings of her recommendations so that we could make the most appropriate selection. The food was outstanding from the first course to dessert. If all this wasn’t enough, our cocktails were exquisite. The bartender is an absolute artist. We can’t wait to return.
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    Cucciolo Terrazza RaleighPrice: Expensive• Italian• Raleigh
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    4.7

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