Even though the food is good, but not great bar food, the fried pickles are the best I've had. Good…read moreselections of beer, ales, and ciders. The service is great--lots of hustle. Nice staff. The atmosphere is a big open room with lots of TVs for watching sporting events. There are game areas and a stage for live music. They had karaoke on the Friday night that we went. A very fun place with a nice staff that I definitely recommend.

cheap drinks, but the dj that was there put his hands on a guy for trying to grab pool sticks to…read morereplace his broken one.

My company ordered Tobacco Road's boxed meals for lunch and dinner last week while we were working…read morefor the day from Raleigh. For my boxes, I selected the Tobacco Road Club and the turkey sandwich. Neither sandwich arrived dressed (pesto mayo, honey mustard), nor did they put dressings on the side. To be clear, absolutely no one in my group received dressed sandwiches. Fortunately, we found some ranch in the office fridge to share, but even still, the club had no cheese so it was essentially just floppy, sad meats with white bread, and the turkey could not have been more bland if they tried. The side salads that came with them were mediocre at best, and the dressing was not great, either. Literally the only good thing I can say is that the chocolate chip cookies were tasty. I have to wonder if they even make those in house. I was not the one to place the order and I'm glad there was no money out of my pocket, but geesh, if they're going to offer boxed lunches, they could try to be a touch more inventive. Perhaps their other food or their ambiance is good, but I'll never know because you couldn't pay me to try them again after that sad food day.

Came for Sunday Football and was met with lovely service and an amazing game day atmosphere…read more As a browns fan, finding bars in the area that play the game audio can be difficult. At Tobacco Road, browns fans meet in the dedicated Game room, a wonderful atmosphere and set up for football. Menu is expansive, although the wide variety of dishes may cause some selections to not be prepared with as much thought to the dish. I personally had the Durham Bulls burger, which was amazing and met my standards (you can't go wrong with freshly ground meat in house)! The highlight of my experience was our tender by a long mile. He alone tended to the entire room and was a very personable and detail oriented server. I would I would definitely recommend requesting to be in Evan's section if possible -- or come by for a browns game so you can watch with fellow fans!

Bar with loads of character. Friendly bartenders, cold beer, sports on the TVs, pool tables, and…read moreprices that won't make you question ordering another round. Located across from NC State's campus, it's the kind of spot where locals, students, alumni, and first-time visitors all seem to blend together naturally. It's appearance in the baseball classic Bull Durham was my main draw to this place. And it adds another layer to its charm and history. What makes this place special isn't any one thing, it's everything. You can easily lose an entire afternoon here watching a game, having a few drinks, and talking with whoever happens to be sitting nearby. In a world full of polished sports bars and corporate concepts, Mitch's feels authentic, lived-in, and uniquely Raleigh. Exactly the kind of tavern every town wishes it had.

This classic college pub across from the NC State campus on Hillsborough St. is one of North…read moreCarolina's most celebrated watering holes, and a great spot to meet friends for grub and a few drinks. With its aged-brick facade and wonderful old-world decor, Mitch's could easily be mistaken for a historic tavern in Boston or Greenwich Village, but the institution has only been in business since 1974. Movie nerds will recognize Mitch's as the spot where Kevin Costner, Susan Sarandon and Tim Robbins meet for beers in the baseball comedy 'Bull Durham,' while Wolfpack alum will likely remember it as the spot where they celebrated dozens of basketball wins, birthday bashes and end-of-semester parties during their time at NC State. The beer list is strong, the service terrific and the food delicious -- especially the famous Reuben sandwich. So drop by, grab a table, and enjoy one of the best pub experiences North Carolina has to offer.

Nice stop for a beer! They had several styles, and had the choice of a full pour or a half pour…read more Huge indoor space with plenty of seating. Service was friendly. No food.

Came here recently for some beer and karaoke, and we had a good time!…read more I was happy to see that there was a pretty large, dedicated lot for the brewery, so it was easy to find parking. We started the night off by grabbing a couple of drinks, and they actually just recently starting serving cocktails, which was a big plus for my wife. Of course, they also had a bunch of different beers on draft, which was more my speed. After getting our drinks, we wandered into the next room and were delighted to see a ping pong table waiting for us :) They also had cornhole and a big TV showing the Hurricanes game. There wasn't a huge crowd for the karaoke, but the host was cool and the song selection was pretty large. I was also happy that the karaoke started at an earlier hour (7 PM) than most places. Starting karaoke at 10 PM is kind of brutal when you have kids :) One random aside is that the water fountain near the bathrooms was extremely powerful, so it was honestly a little hard to use. That sounds kind of ridiculous, but it was seriously firing halfway across the room. Overall, we'd definitely come back!

In town for a short visit seeing family, when we all decided on Bru's Public House. Not only for…read moreits swanky atmosphere but its variety of menu items. Unfortunately, so many options sounded so good it took longer than expected to choose an entrée. ‍ My niece got the steak sandwich, my brother got the burger, my sister-in-law and I both got a different salad-we were all elated. Great portions. Great flavors. Great wait staff. All n all, an excellent dining experience. Leaving a lasting impression that we will share positively with others Thank you all!

Came here for a late Sunday dinner. They had good reviews, so decided to give them a try. I enjoyed…read morethe buffalo shrimp as an appetizer and then had the burger with a side salad. The burger was good. I enjoyed the pretzel bun and the sauce on the burger. I didn't enjoy the salad as they use arugula which is an odd choice for a Caesar salad. It didn't pair well. I tried a wing and did not enjoy the sauce. I had a whiskey sour as my drink and enjoyed it. First time having one of those in a plastic cup, but it did taste good. It is a true sports bar with lots of TVs around. It wasn't loud as their wasn't any games on but lots of hockey fans around. The service was fine. Not a long wait and attentive enough. I would return.

Absolutely loved this late-night pizza spot! It's exactly what you want when you're craving…read moresomething delicious after hours. The pizza was fresh, flavorful, and hit the spot. The service was not so friendly, the atmosphere was welcoming though, and it was the perfect place to end the night. Service was the only issue, not great so 4 stars but easily a 5 star pick. It's great to have a reliable late-night option with good food and a relaxed "more chill" vibe. Definitely a place I'd come back to again!

Stopped by Ruckus Pizza & Bar after arriving late into Raleigh and not having many late night…read moreoptions for food. When we arrived I was a little unsure how the food would be but I was pleasantly surprised. Additionally, since most businesses were closed in the shopping plaza parking was very easy. When we walked in you'll place pizza for order at the window at the front of the bar. After ordering we decided to stay and have a beer and just eat our pizza at the restaurant. I ordered a slice of pepperoni and a bull city Ciderworks Bludacris (Blueberry Lemonade) cider. Both were excellent with the cider not being too sweet and the pizza surprisingly being very good (NY thin crust style). This restaurant may look like a dive on the outside/inside but this is definitely worth the stop.

Shaded patio seating, quick service, and the sweet tea isn't overwhelmingly sweet. This was the…read moreright choice for us today, just before everything got a little crowded from lunch rush. Hot honey chicken sandwich is a generous portion but boy is it a sticky-delicious mess! Cucumber/tomato/feta side was refreshing, too. Grilled chicken bacon ranch with okra to my left received a tasty report, thought it actually looked a bit messier due to all the ranch! We enjoyed ourselves for sure! Minus one star for the annoying flies and little bugs that bite! To eat outside or not to eat outside - that is the question!

The quality of food has gone down significantly. I've given them multiple chances before updating…read moremy review. I'm not sure if they have an incompetent kitchen staff or new management. I don't think they clean their grill regularly , there have been multiple instances where the burger came out burnt with grill residue on it. Most recent visit, ordered a chipotle chicken stack sandwich with no butter on bread and crispy fries. The order came out with bread soaked in oil, soggy fries and chicken tenders, and no chipotle sauce. They took at back to fix it. Came back out with again no chipotle sauce, soggy fries and tenders. I'm highly disappointed in deteriorating quality of food and service. I used to go there atleast once a week. I don't think i will ever go back!!

We tried My Way Tavern for lunch on a spring-like Saturday. Being relatively close to NCSU and a…read moreblock over from Glenwood South, it definitely has a college sports bar vibe. There were lots of dogs present in the covered outdoor seating, including one sitting at the table with its humans. I tried the Freedom Dip, which was really just a French Dip served with French Onion Soup instead of au jus. It came with a very generous serving of roast beef and was served warm with melted cheese. The sandwich was good, although I think the French Onion Soup really didn't go very well; serving it with au jus would have been a better fit. My dining companion tried the The Bogart, basically a marinated chicken breast sandwich. Like my sandwich, the serving size was very generous. She rated it as good but not exceptional. Both of us thought the house-made potato chips were good, but felt that some of the chips weren't thoroughly cooked. Our server was having a bad day and complained about the workload. She explained that if they had enough people working, she would have done a better job taking care of us. For what it is, My Way Tavern is good. If the service had been a bit better, it would have earned a 4-star review.

I went for lunch with a friend on a very cold Tuesday in January. I looked through the flip card…read moretable tent and noticed that the January special is Shrimp and Grits. It sounded hearty and perfect for a cold January day, so I ordered it. The Shrimp and Grits dish consists of shrimp and andouille sausage in a low country gravy over creamy grits. The dish was perfectly spiced--not too hot, just the right balance of heat and flavor. The shrimp were tender, and the smoky andouille sausage added just the right kick. Coupled with the Lowcountry gravy, the shrimp, andouille, and creamy grits came together beautifully, making this a deeply satisfying dish, full of Southern soul. I paired this with a cranberry and club--perfectly made, with the tart juice blending seamlessly with the soda. My friend had the Carolina Dog, at my recommendation (I've had this all-beef Old North State masterpiece here before) and thought it was delicious. My receipt said that Party was my server--maybe Patty, maybe Party--but all I know is that she was great. She was nice, friendly, a great conversationalist, attentive, and a pleasure. It was very cold outside, but our booth was very warm and comfortable. Every time I come, I notice something new--today it was the Chelsea banner on the ceiling. This is a great bar and grill with a warm, fitting atmosphere. Another very fine experience and yet another reason to return.