This fine-dining restaurant and tavern serves new American cuisine in a restored 19th Century Second Empire Victorian. The restaurant is more than worth a visit for its refined atmosphere and gourmet food. Casual dishes are served in the cellar tavern, while a creative seasonal menu is offered in the formal dining room. Visitors can enjoy a beer in the tavern or a pre-dinner cocktail while seated in the covered front-porch. Second Empire is a first-rate destination for an elegant dinner.
Established in 1997, Gypsy's Shiny Diner is a locally owned and operated restaurant. It offers a variety of sandwiches, salads and burgers for lunch and dinner. The restaurant provides onion rings, chicken fingers, hot dogs, cheeseburgers and french fries. Gypsy's Shiny Diner also serves grilled cheese, fried chicken sandwich and garden salad. It offers a selection of desserts, such as cheesecake and banana split. The restaurant provides space to host various special events, such as weddings, birthday parties and anniversary celebrations. In addition, Gypsy's Shiny Diner participates in several community events and programs. Its sister property includes Oak City Diner.
Barry's Cafe specializes in providing home cooked food in a family restaurant environment that is like no other! We serve our home cooked breakfast all day as well as a full lunch menu.
Stanbury
Stanbury is a fun and inviting bar located in Capital Park, Raleigh, where delectable and exciting New-American cuisine dishes are prepared to perfection along with a wide range of cocktails expertly concocted by the mixologist. Enjoy fine-dining items like the Grilled Romaine, Seared Scallops, Grilled Quail, Crispy Pig Head and Roasted Marrow. The extensive variety of white and red wines compliments the delicious food at this restaurant perfectly, however if wine is not for you, you can always ask the bartender to prepare a drink especially for you.
Discover The Oak-Raleigh, a scratch kitchen and bourbon bar in West Raleigh that elevates American fare with fresh, local ingredients. Our menu offers made-from-scratch dishes paired with in-season fruits and veggies. With over 100 remarkable bourbons, including our unique house blend, plus an enticing selection of craft cocktails, wines, and beers, we have something for every palate. Our staff shares are passionate about good food and spirits, ensuring a memorable dining experience. We also offer lunch catering, bourbon dinners, and tastings. Join us for dinner Monday to Friday, Saturday from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM, and Sunday Brunch. Whether you prefer the bar, the heated patio, or the dining room, please make your reservations on our RESY page and enjoy an unforgettable experience at The Oak!
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NC State's own restaurant with the best view of downtown Raleigh! Choose from salads, sandwiches, entrees and desserts, plus a full-service bar. Venue is also perfect for business meetings, seminars, receptions and galas. Located just off I-40 off the Lake Wheeler exit.
With a giant neon sign over the entrance, Parkside looks like a classic American diner from outside, that is until you step inside. With faded concrete floors and metal chairs, this eatery looks spacious and welcoming. Their menu is American classics with a twist. Do try their delicious bacon-wrapped dates and chicken waffle sandwiches. Their service is par excellence and will woo your heart, just like their flavorsome food and draft beer.
Poole's
Poole's began in 1945 as a humble pie shop which soon grew to be a veritable legend and popular hangout for many. Today, Poole's is owned by the famed chef Ashley Christiansen who has given this Downtown landmark a bright and shiny new image. While original features like the double horseshoe bar and red banquettes have been retained, the decor incorporates some modern touches along with its retro roots to create an upscale diner. Walk on over to the chalkboard to check out what on offer today. The menu changes regularly, taking advantage of seasonal produce to create dishes that are fresh and flavorful. While every dish is reminiscent of classic diner favorites, each has been elevated through the use of contemporary techniques and a beautifully balanced flavor profile. Poole's tends to get crowded around dinner time so be sure to arrive early.
