Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar

4.6

3020 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

29 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 40 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Romantic

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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Private dining

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian, Pizzeria
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(919) 838-8595
Website
http://www.mulinoraleigh.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Samad Hachby
Catering
We offer on-premise catering to wedding facilities, conference centers, clubs, and other venues.
Private party facilities
Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar is perfect for your next private event. With four different private dining areas, there is a room to capture a memorable private dining experience.
Private party contact
Samad Hachby: (877) 213-1087

Location
309 N Dawson St, Raleigh, NC 27603
Area
Raleigh
Cross Street
Lane Street
Parking details
74 complimentary parking spots available on site.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Popular dishes

TagliereUS$28.00
Prosciutto, salame, coppa, taleggio, caciocavallo, pecorino, cured olives, pickled vegetables
Fritto MistoUS$16.00
Fresh calamari, fresh shrimp, fried pickles, cherry pepper sauce
Arancini SicilianiUS$13.00
Deep fried rice balls, taleggio, bolognese, house salsa
PolpoUS$17.00
Mediterranean octopus, fresh chickpeas tomatoes insalata
Seared Scallop FondutaUS$18.00
Scallops, parmiggiano crema with umbrian black truffle

Pinsa Dough / Pizza alla Romana

The chef requests that there be no substitution

PepperoniUS$24.00
San Marzano sauce caramelized onions, pepperoni and mozzarella
Mulino*US$24.00
San Marzano sauce, arugula, mozzarella, prosciutto, organic baked egg
Pesto ChickenUS$24.00
San Marzano sauce, grilled pesto chicken, mozzarella, spinach, and olives
PrincipessaUS$24.00
Bechamel sauce, gorgonzola, pears, walnuts, prosciutto, honey
BoscaiolaUS$24.00
Cremini mushroom, house made beef and pork sausage, mozzarella
MargheritaUS$22.00
Fresh cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, fresh basil
Quattro FromaggiUS$24.00
Tomato sauce, taleggio, gorgonzola agrodolce, mozzarella, sotto cenere

Pasta & Risotto

all fresh pasta is made in house with local and organic lindley mill flour and organic eggs

PicciUS$24.00
Amatriciana: san marzano tomato, onion, italian guanciale, chili, aged parmigiano reggiano
TonarelloUS$23.00
Carbonara: organic eggs, italian guanciale, black peppercorn, pecorino
TagliatelleUS$24.00
Bolognese: fresh pasta, beef and pork ragu, reggiano, San Marzano
GnocchiUS$24.00
Tartufo: handmade potato dumpling, Umbrian black truffle, parmigiano crema
LasagnaUS$24.00
Fresh pasta, beef and pork ragu, bechamel & reggiano, mozzarella
Eggplant RavioliUS$24.00
Smoked eggplant, sun dried tomatoes, ricotta, san marzano reggiano sauce
Risotto del GiornoUS$24.00
Risotto of the day

Carne & Pesce

Agnello*US$34.00
Red wine braised lamb shank with saffron risotto
Pollo*US$25.00
Organic chicken, mushrooms, Dijon sauce, rosemary potatoes
Carne*
Chef's cut, mushrooms, wine sauce, rosemary potatoes
- MP
Pesce del Giorno*
Fish of the day (Market Availability)
- MP

Contorni

$10

Roasted Potatoes
rosemary oil
Mushrooms
with butter and pesto
Zucchini
with italian herbs

Dolci

TiramisuUS$10.00
Sabayon, coffee, and lady fingers, made in house (includes raw eggs)
AffogatoUS$8.00
Vanilla gelato, topped with hot espresso.
Chocolate TartufoUS$12.00
Hazelnut semifredo
CannoliUS$8.00
Fresh ricotta, and chocolate chips, made in house
Lemon TartufoUS$12.00
Lemon semifredo, lemon sabayon.
Vanilla Crème BruleeUS$10.00
Made in House

White by the Glass

Gorghi Tondi Sicilia (Grillo)US$12.00
Fresh and light Mediterranean herbs, tangerine, white peach and citrus
84 Prosecco, VenetoUS$13.00
Light and refreshing, aromatic, crisp, flavor of pear, white peach, and apricot
Gorghi Tondi Rose, Terre Siciliane (Nerello Mascalese)US$12.00
Fragrant, fresh notes, pomegranate finish
Edorado Chardonnay, PiemonteUS$12.00
Golden color, flavor of lemon, vanilla, and light oak
Fontanavecchia, Campania (Falanghina)US$12.00
Citrus bouquet, grapefruit, and peach
Karagnaj, Sardegna (Vermintino)US$14.00
Melon, green apple, peach, citrus and grapefruit
Riesling, Roemo, (Verona-Trento)US$12.00
Perfect balance of acidity and mineral flavors combined with the softness of sugar

Red by the Glass

Gorghi Tondi, Nero d'Avola, SiciliaUS$13.00
Biodynamic; sweet tannins, aroma of plum and pepper
Chianti, Toscana (Sangiovese)US$12.00
Medium body, vanilla, cherry notes, and a dryer finish with notes of dried herbs
San Lorenzo, Abruzzo (Montepulciano d'Abruzzuo)US$12.00
Dark cherry notes, light leather, and smooth finish
Rubido '13, Toscana (Merlot)US$13.00
Bold body, medium fruit, smooth finish, notes of cigar and leather
Poderi dal Nespoli, Romagna (Sangiovese)US$12.00
Medium body, oak, tobacco, cherry, raspberry, and plum

Cocktails

$16

Casta Diva
Belvedere vodka, butterfly pea flower tea, lavender, crème de peche and lemon
Fibonacci
Old Forester bourbon, yuzu sherbet, salted honey and lemon
Amalfi Holiday
Altos tequila, Cointreau, cold pressed melon, smoke and salt bitters, agave and lime
Tropico Royale
Pineapple infused rum, roasted banana liqueur, tiki bitters, agave and lime
Ford Vs Ferrari
Rittenhouse bonded rye, Del Maguey vida mezcal, Amaro Montenegro and angostura bitters
After Midnight
Titos vodka, espresso, tonka (contains nuts) and spiced Mexican liqueur

Birra Drafts

$8. Ask Server About Seasonal Draft Selections

Red Oak Amber Lager ABV 5.0%

Birra Bottles

Bold Rock Cider ABV 4.7%
Stella Artois ABV 5.0%
White Street Hoptimist ABV 7.5%
White Street Kolsch ABV 5.2%

What 3,020 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill
Great for outdoor dining
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill
Romantic
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill
Great for scenic views
Raleigh
Great for outdoor dining
Raleigh
Romantic
Raleigh
Great for scenic views
Raleigh
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar in Raleigh blends rustic charm with modern elegance, offering "delicious Italian dishes," standout handmade pastas, and a curated wine selection. Guests rave about the "beautiful atmosphere" and attentive service. It's perfect for both casual dinners and special occasions, providing "delightful flavors and impeccable hospitality."

3,020 Reviews

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michelle
Charleston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was fantastic, Will be back , Thsnk you again for a great night
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Shila
Raleigh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 21 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our first time at Mulino Italian Kitchen and Bar, food and service was excellent. It is hard to find authentic Italian in Raleigh, and their pasta was amazing. Grant, our server, went above and beyond to help us celebrate our daughter’s birthday. They even sent us an email thanking us for choosing them for our night out. I highly recommend Mulino’s for a nice dinner.
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Byron
Raleigh
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 19 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Mulino is a wonderful place for a meal! My son and I took my wife here to celebrate her birthday and we were not disappointed. The decor and ambiance in an old mill provided a great atmosphere. Our server JoElla was friendly and very knowledgeable of all the selections on the menu. My wife and son had the gnocci and I ate the Picci with scallops added. Everything was perfect! I would highly recommend Mulino to anyone.
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Derya
Raleigh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was perfect, loved it and definitely we will go again!!
Mulino Italian Kitchen & BarResponded on 17 December 2024
Thank you for your glowing review, Derya! We're thrilled to hear that everything was perfect during your visit to Mulino. We strive to provide our guests with the best cuisine and service, and your kind words are a testament to our efforts. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Cheers!
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Veronica
Raleigh
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
I felt like they squished us in a corner. There were plenty of other tables that set for 4 people and they had us by the hostess stand. We could’ve sat out by the fountain . I just felt like our service was OK. I felt like we were being rushed out, our server was actually the bartender. Just overall wasn’t a good customer service experience. The food and drinks were excellent, but service sucked
Mulino Italian Kitchen & BarResponded on 17 December 2024
Thank you for your review, Veronica! We're happy you enjoyed our cuisine and drinks during your visit. We're sorry to hear about your experience with the service and the seating arrangement. We aim to provide a comfortable and enjoyable experience for all our guests, and we regret that we fell short this time. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and provide a better experience!
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Dana
Raleigh
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Great ambience and beautiful interior restaurant, staff was super friendly
Mulino Italian Kitchen & BarResponded on 17 December 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, Dana. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the ambiance and found our staff to be friendly. We strive to provide a comfortable and enjoyable dining experience for all our guests. We hope to see you again soon!
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Michael
Raleigh
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Stellar service. Spinach ravioli was awesome; salmon was great, but a bit salty and dry. Highly recommend!
Mulino Italian Kitchen & BarResponded on 10 December 2024
Thank you so much for your four-star review, Michael! We're thrilled you enjoyed our spinach ravioli and service during your dining experience. Your recommendation means the world to us, and we look forward to serving you again soon!
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Victoria
Charlotte
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 6 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Brandon, the bartender and waiter, was amazing! His recommendations were wonderful and his service was even better. I will definitely be returning to try the Tiramisu!
Mulino Italian Kitchen & BarResponded on 10 December 2024
Thank you for the five-star review, Victoria! We're thrilled you had a fantastic experience at Mulino. We strive to provide our guests with the best service and cuisine, and it's always rewarding to hear when we've succeeded. We can't wait to welcome you back for more delicious meals!
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Rachel
VIP
Wilmington
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 4 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a 12 person company Christmas party here! Was perfect in every way, our wait staff was excellent, as well,
Mulino Italian Kitchen & BarResponded on 10 December 2024
Thank you for the five-star love, Rachel! We're thrilled to hear that you and your company had a wonderful Christmas party at Mulino. We always strive to provide excellent service, and it's great to hear that we hit the mark during your visit. We can't wait to welcome you back for another memorable evening. Cheers!
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Marshall
Raleigh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 2 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Ambiance was great! Food was alright for the price. Service was good and knowledgeable about food allergies
Mulino Italian Kitchen & BarResponded on 3 December 2024
Thank you for the five-star love, Marshall! We're thrilled you enjoyed the ambiance, cuisine, and service during your evening at Mulino. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again soon!
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FAQs

Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (919) 838-8595.

Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 3020 OpenTable diners.

Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

29 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 40 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar

309 N Dawson St, Raleigh, NC 27603

Additional information

Cross Street
Lane Street
Area
Raleigh
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian, Pizzeria
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
74 complimentary parking spots available on site.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Samad Hachby
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.mulinoraleigh.com/
Phone number
(919) 838-8595
Catering
We offer on-premise catering to wedding facilities, conference centers, clubs, and other venues.
Private party facilities
Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar is perfect for your next private event. With four different private dining areas, there is a room to capture a memorable private dining experience.
Private party contact
Samad Hachby: (877) 213-1087

Featured in

50 Raleigh Restaurants to Connect In For Mother's Day

Gift card

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Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

50 Raleigh Restaurants to Connect In For Mother's Day

Gift card

Lasagna

Gnocchi

Tagliatelle

Insalate

SfizziosaUS$13.00

BurrataUS$14.00

Pane

Bread BasketUS$6.00

Antipasti

TagliereUS$28.00

Fritto MistoUS$16.00

Arancini SicilianiUS$13.00

PolpoUS$17.00

Seared Scallop FondutaUS$18.00

Pinsa Dough / Pizza alla Romana

PepperoniUS$24.00

Mulino*US$24.00

Pesto ChickenUS$24.00

PrincipessaUS$24.00

BoscaiolaUS$24.00

MargheritaUS$22.00

Quattro FromaggiUS$24.00

Pasta & Risotto

PicciUS$24.00

TonarelloUS$23.00

TagliatelleUS$24.00

GnocchiUS$24.00

LasagnaUS$24.00

Eggplant RavioliUS$24.00

Risotto del GiornoUS$24.00

Carne & Pesce

Agnello*US$34.00

Pollo*US$25.00

Carne*

Pesce del Giorno*

Contorni

Roasted Potatoes

Mushrooms

Zucchini

Dolci

TiramisuUS$10.00

AffogatoUS$8.00

Chocolate TartufoUS$12.00

CannoliUS$8.00

Lemon TartufoUS$12.00

Vanilla Crème BruleeUS$10.00

White by the Glass

Gorghi Tondi Sicilia (Grillo)US$12.00

84 Prosecco, VenetoUS$13.00

Gorghi Tondi Rose, Terre Siciliane (Nerello Mascalese)US$12.00

Edorado Chardonnay, PiemonteUS$12.00

Fontanavecchia, Campania (Falanghina)US$12.00

Karagnaj, Sardegna (Vermintino)US$14.00

Riesling, Roemo, (Verona-Trento)US$12.00

Red by the Glass

Gorghi Tondi, Nero d'Avola, SiciliaUS$13.00

Chianti, Toscana (Sangiovese)US$12.00

San Lorenzo, Abruzzo (Montepulciano d'Abruzzuo)US$12.00

Rubido '13, Toscana (Merlot)US$13.00

Poderi dal Nespoli, Romagna (Sangiovese)US$12.00

Cocktails

Casta Diva

Fibonacci

Amalfi Holiday

Tropico Royale

Ford Vs Ferrari

After Midnight

Birra Drafts

Red Oak Amber Lager ABV 5.0%

Birra Bottles

Bold Rock Cider ABV 4.7%

Stella Artois ABV 5.0%

White Street Hoptimist ABV 7.5%