Stopped by for a quick app & drink after a work trip. Good food and service. Restaurant was really unique. I'd go back!

Came here for dinner recently and enjoyed myself. Service was solid throughout my meal. The beer selection was pretty darn good, with a lot of Belgian options (yay). I grabbed the Big Dipper roast beef sandwich for my entree and it was prepared quickly and was very tasty! Everything was priced reasonably well. Not sure what else to add, but if you're into drinking beer and eating decent bar food, I think Flying Saucer will hit the mark. read more

Been here twice now and I really like this spot. Located in downtown Raleigh, very cool place with lots going on. They has art all over the inside, its seat yourself: indoor, out door and a bar, they have a really big place with comedy in the back and a bunch of board games to choose from while you wait and eat with friends. The servers are all super chill, I played chess with my dad and even the dishwasher stopped by to talk to us. The food is pretty good and a variety on the menu; my only complaint is their menu is a little small but once you find something you like you can count on it to be good. I got the grilled cheese and tomato bisque and my dad got the buffalo chicken wrap which I had last time and really liked. 10/10 read more

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Stopped in on a Wednesday night as a 6 about 6 pm without a reservation. The bar, most table and booths were filled with patrons so we found an empty one and sat ourselves. Plates adorn the ceiling and walls with past customers drinking achievements. Our server came by right away to drop menus and start a drink order. The beer menu is vast so that took a minute to make a choice. Drinks all around then onto entrees of Hot Mama Pizzas, Carne Asada Fries, Saucer Burgers and a Big Dipper. Everything was delicious and plentiful. Full bar, casual atmosphere and tons of specials on their calendar. Enjoy! read more

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Went closer to the end of the night. Bartender seemed VERY annoyed. Food was excellent. Atmosphere is unique. Unsure if I'll return. Service made my date & I VERY uncomfortable. read more

We loved the amazing and GIANT beer and tap list at this location. They have hundreds of beers from around North Carolina as well as other parts of the United States. I loved the Trophy Play Ball Pilsner, which was a limited release in the "Bring MLB to Raleigh" movement. They run great beer deals all the time and if we lived in town we would for sure be part of their UFO Club to track what beers we have tried!! If you are looking for a fun spot to stop and have a beer this is the place for you! I also loved the fun decor of all of the saucers all of the walls. Such a fun and unique spot. read more

Flying Saucer Draught Emporium - Cheers from a Trophy Play Ball Pilsner! - Pubs Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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They have duvel on tap (along with many many other beers)! The service was great and I enjoyed sitting outdoors in the patio area. One thing to note is that they have adult trivia on Tuesday nights - so maybe don't go with coworkers or family on those days if that's not the vibe you're looking for. read more

Flying Saucer Draught Emporium - Duvel - Pubs Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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I got the bacon cheeseburger pizza with no bacon. The pizza was a solid choice, but I think some sort of drizzle maybe ranch or spicy mayo would really tie the pizza together. Nonetheless, I would recommend and believe this is a solid choice read more

Flying Saucer Draught Emporium - Bacon Cheeseburger Pizza - Pubs Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

This is the perfect place to watch the game or do trivia night. Both the food and service was good. I order the turkey meltdown. They added a nice twist to a traditional turkey sandwich. read more

Flying Saucer Draught Emporium - Turkey Meltdown - Pubs Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

I had an okay experience. The service was nice. This spot is truly for a beer and cider connoisseur. I'm not a beer drinker so this isn't my spot. The food was just okay. I ordered the German plate and it was like it lacked flavor and seasoning. Personally I would stick to the appetizers like the pretzel and the nachos. Ambiance is typical of a bar. It happened to be very loud on the patio the day that we went. read more

Flying Saucer Draught Emporium - German plate - Pubs Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

An upscale brew house at medium scale prices. A nice open room to try their dozens of beers (hopefully not all at once). And even with food! My friend got the Loaded Rocket-Tots. Jalapeños in the potato, fried with cheddar Jack and topped with goat cheese, some bacon and onions. He assigned 5 stars to the food (and got a second one, it was so good), I assign 5 stars to the beer selection. Only minus: A little foamy on our pours. But I'll accept that trade-off for the good beer price points. If I lived in Raleigh, I'd be telling my friends to meet here just like the Revolution back in my home state. read more

Flying Saucer Draught Emporium - Tributes all the places. - Pubs Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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The flying saucer is one of the most unique venues I have come across in Raleigh yet. Much like the "Lone Gunmen", their vibe isn't flashy or mainstream but rather a speak easy style environment. One that is altogether unique, softly lit and equipped with cozy spaces to sit and have an intimate conversation. No need to belly up to the bar, this is a full service establishment that serves a great drink. Apparently they are well known for their pursuit of the great craft beer, fortunately for me they also produce a wonderful Old Fashioned. The staff are great, the drinks are too and there is plenty of reading when you look up. Cheers! read more

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Sysco food with consistently unpleasant service. Prefer local spot like players retreat or gussies over this mediocre chain.

Had a server named "Matt" the bill came back as "Matthew C." He is probably the most unbearable person I've ever met. He is beyond condescending in the most obvious way. Never been to a place where a server thinks good service is being a snobby hipster that tries to make you feel dumb. Atmosphere was really cool and there was a bartender who let me try a sour and he was a super cool and helpful guy. After leaving here I had bumped into a couple other locals who knew exactly who I was talking about. Someone needs to intervene, I would bet my money when you do he will scoff and attempt to make some type of smart comment. read more

Wow! Who knew this was such a hidden gem in Raleigh?? The interior is decorated really cool, but the outside patio was also a great vibe to be on. Our server was kind and quick, and the food itself was really tasty. We tried the pretzels, chicken fingers (named differently) a dessert, and beers. The soft pretzels and honey mustard were definitely our favorites, but like I said we liked it all. The beer selection was really great, we specifically enjoyed our two sours. We even got a soft pretzel again to-go on NYE heading back to our hotel because we thought it was so good we wanted one more before we left the city :) read more

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I have been here so many times (usually for drinks) but this time it was just for food. You seat yourself when you arrive and our waiter arrived quickly and brought us waters. The menu is fairly small but there was a little extra secret menu that isn't online. I ended up ordering the rice bowl off the secret menu. Husband ordered the chicken parm sandwich with fries. The place was over the top noisy with all the Christmas parties. Glad it wasn't a first date because we could hardly hear each other. My food was good if a little bland. Husband liked his. Basic bar food. Most importantly our server was attentive and efficient and we were in a hurry to make a seven o'clock show so we really appreciated that. This place is great for beer. They have tons of options and almost always have some special going on. I'll definitely be back for the beer if not the food. read more

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Tuesday night at the Flying Saucer is trivia night and they get a good crowd. They have indoor and outdoor seating. Our server greeted us quickly and gave us the menus for both food and beer. They have over 100 different kinds. The saucers all over the walls and ceiling tell you that many many beers have been sampled. I got the chicken philly which came with fries (they were cold when they arrived). My wife got the Reuben and a side salad. The Reuben was loaded with lean corn beef, sauerkraut and served warm. Other than the cold fries, everything was good. read more

Flying Saucer Draught Emporium - The flying saucer - Pubs Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

This restaurant is located downtown Raleigh so parking can be tough depending on the time that you visit. There is street parking and paid lots nearby. We found street parking but had to walk a few blocks. We came on a Saturday evening and were able to be seated right away. There is indoor and outdoor patio seating available. The restaurant is uniquely decorated with saucers on the walls. If you try a certain numbers of their drinks you can get your name on a saucer after paying an $18 fee. Our server was very helpful in helping us choose ciders and beers. They had a special for certain ciders for $4 so I got a tropical punch cider. It was really tasty. We got a large pretzel for our appetizer with sides of nacho cheese and chive cream cheese. The nacho cheese was really good. The cream cheese was different but didn't have a distinct taste that I expected. The pretzel was served hot and was buttery. It was really good. I definitely would get it again. The pizza was also good. We got an order of Isa wings from the special menu. The wings were served with carrots, celery, and salad dressing. The wings were a little too salty but weren't lacking other seasoning. I would return to sample more of the menu items. read more

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What a funky little dive. We loved it! The beer selection is vast. Tap, Can, Bottle, you pick. The food was rather tasty too. We had the Chicken and Brats. Super good. Plenty of outdoor and indoor seating for whatever the season. The decor and ambiance is just wickedly cool. Service was Top Shelf. Superb attention to guest satisfaction, orders were on point, and everyone was helping one another (no table border wars). Our server was Shanny (sp, sorry). Exceptional! We loved Flying Saucer. We'll be back for sure. May even join the UFO Club. read more

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So... I thought this was just a Memphis pub but as it turns out they have several locations. I was here during St. Patrick's day and I wasn't disappointed. First of all, they know how to serve a good pint. +1 for the great Guinness pour. The pretzels are outstanding and worth a try. The service was excellent too! Also, the signature saucers are spread across the ceiling --just like I'm used to. Parking is not great on the street, but the pay lot right next door is fine. Overall a solid place! read more

Flying Saucer Draught Emporium - Guinness - Pubs Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

What an awesome experience I had my first time at Flying Saucer! I was visiting my sister in Raleigh and she insisted we go here. We were not disappointed!! Our server, Cat, was beyond phenomenal. She was sweet, charming, attentive, and wonderful with the kids! We ordered wings, pizza, salads, and a German platter and everyone thoroughly enjoyed their meals (kids included! Wahoo!). They have a super cool program where you sign up and when you get to 200 beers, you get your name on a saucer and get to put it on their wall or ceiling. This place is decked out and has such a fun atmosphere. I noticed a bunch of weekly and monthly events they have and can't wait to hit some up on my next trip to Raleigh! read more

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Went out for St Patty's Day and had a blast! The drinks were good and my pizza was amazing! I have the taco pizza that's was a little spicy and my friends out loaded fries which were top notch! Service was decent, checked on us a couple times but wasn't overbearing. Ambiance was a little loud but to be expected because of the holiday. Was a little confused coming in because there wasn't a host stand or a stand that we noticed so we sat ourselves outside. read more

Flying Saucer Draught Emporium - Kombucha, Green Tea Shot, Loverboy - Pubs Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

These guys have Duvel, on draft, in the proper glass. Five stars. They also have Left Hand Peanut Butter Stout, which my wife loves and is hard to find. Location and outdoor seating and service were all fine. read more

I hadn't been here in years. I recall enjoying the food previously. I dropped in for a bite before heading home. The pub was clean and spacious with many places to sit. There is a lounge area with a couch and outdoor patio area. This is a unique place and ideal for beer lovers as they offer over 300 beers. I could see this being a beer lovers dream. Gabs was our server. Gabs was nice, professional and helpful. I ordered the Kick Ass Chicken sandwich with a salad as my side. The food was delicious. Everything was flavorful. These were one of the best side salads which had olives and mushrooms in it as well as the usual greens, cheese, and tomatoes. I loved this combination. read more

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Despite this last experience being two stars, I will be back. This place is a fun hit or miss. I was there this past Wednesday on the patio with a friend. It was raining but comfortable and peaceful. We decided not to drink and ordered the buffalo pizza and I got the garden salad. The pizza was so salty it kind of burned your mouth. I kept taking bites wanting to believe it was the buffalo sauce, but a creamy salad dressing will neutralize that kind of spice and that didn't work. I really loved the garden salad. It was topped with a thick layer of pretty tasteless white cheese but once you got past that, delicious. The biggest issues are the sodium content of the pizza and the service. I got the distinct impression our server did not like us. I fought my way through the salty pizza with one glass of water that didn't get refilled. The indifference I felt from the server was uncomfortable. Maybe they were also taking care of the entire dining room, but I would be surprised judging by the speed they moved. I would never sit in that person's section again or order the buffalo chicken pizza but like I said, it's just hit or miss. read more

This place was super cool. They easily accommodated a big group. Our waitress was very attentive and knowledgeable about the beers!

The flying saucer is a must go in downtown Raleigh. Whether it's to start the night, a pit stop, or to end the night, you cannot go wrong with going here. The ambiance is amazing and friendly. The food here is delicious and hearty. The wings, the German plate, fries and really anything on the menu is worth it. They have trivia night on Thursdays, too! read more

I was there with my GF in August, so to get out of the heat for a bit and enjoy a cold one or two was great. Wow, not only do they have an amazing selection of beer, but they have the most knowledgable bartenders and servers who it comes to beer. Honestly, I've not four too many places with the knowledge these folks had. I was blown away! The atmosphere is laid back with some disc golf stuff, which I thought was super cool. The only downside was the giant BIDEN banner with their BIDEN coozie promotion ... and this was after Harris took over, so they had a picture of her mug on there with Harris cookies coming soon. I get it, you love your liberals ... not everyone does. Hav this stuff up for a specific event, don't leave it up for ages. that is why it wasn't;t 5 stars. Smart business folks should know better. read more

0h yes, You must try the Warsteiner Dunkel German Lager. This brown lager is crisp and clean with a touch of roasted malt in the nose. It has great balance with a slight hop bitterness, but the malty sweetness rounds out the flavor nicely. This beer has a clean finish. Ask for Ian for excellent service. Das ist ein Gericht aus Brat- oder anderer Brühwurst, die ganz oder geschnitten! Try the German meal with two German "Berliner" style bratwurst sausages one white and one brown, German sauerkraut, German warm potato salad, a German style pickle spear, delicious German crusty bread, German mustard, German horseradish, and of course, a delicious Warsteiner Dunkel German Beer. Wow! Great atmosphere with 200 beers available at the bar, and you can join the Flying Saucer Club. You get an official UFO NERD Club t-shirt and you can be enshrined on the wall just for sampling the beer. Sounds epic! High technology QR code menus are way cool and so better than the old fashioned paper menu. I highly recommend this great bar. Get your hookup by contacting Ian for excellent service, great beers, delicious food, great prices, great atmosphere in an established bar and restaurant. Oh yes, there are lots of saucers on the walls. Great experience for you, friends, family. Just go to Flying Saucer Draught Emporium and see for yourself when you are bar crawling in downtown Raleigh, N.C. Inside bar, inside tables, and outside tables are both excellent. Uber eats also delivers. Das ist sehr gut! See Octavio, the manager, too if you need anything special such as parties. Maybe you can ask for some weeping radish, called "Radi", a spiral-cut radish that is sprinkled with salt and maybe chives, and eaten with the fingers as the beer is quaffed. I can't tell you how great this snack tastes with German beer! Flying Saucer band formats are different in each Saucer. Some like that the Saucers host only acoustic acts, singles, duos and trios. Some Saucers host some electric bands (rock and roll, folk, bluegrass, reggae, blues - BUT NOTHING HARD). A Great location for fun. read more

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When walking in on a Monday 10/27/25 it was obvious the place has fallen apart. The bartender looked annoyed. Our waiter was completely disengaged and the system was down for my "BeerKnurd" card. The manager walked by looking very angry. We just got an app, had 1 beer and bolted. It was far better previous years won't be returning. read more

Came here for some welcome drinks for a wedding. The room in the back is quite small so it got pretty loud back there. I hear they have over 110 beers though and if you try them all you get your name on a saucer. read more

Hubs finally got his plate! Great ambiance. Good bar food. Queso!! Dogs welcome! Great for kids, as well

We were in the area looking for a unique place to eat and we found it at the flying saucer. The ambiance and the service was great! The food was really good, although not much to choose from and was mostly bar food. Trivia started as we were getting ready to leave and that seemed to have brought a lot of people out. If we didn't have to get going, it would've been fun to stick around to play. read more

Oooh you definitely want to get this if you like hearty. I split this with my hubs and it was perfect for me. I love the heat and flavor of the jalapeño and smoothness of the potato and cheese One of my favorite Sunday brunch spots. Not to mention Sundays the Nc beers are $4 and UFO members get $3 off brunch. read more

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I used to think Heaven was a set of pearly gates, reserved for an absolute few; tonight I learned that Heaven's here on Earth amongst the people we meet and the times we have with them; friend or stranger alike. 10PM on Labor Day and Bro and I wanted grub and some beer. Times are changing and things cost more so any outing runs the risk of being both a casualty on the wallet and spirit. We passed the roach and headed out: Flying Saucer was the destination. Was the ambiance alone unforgettable? No. Was the food--An Arugula and Prosciutto Pie--the best bite I ever had? Sweetheart... this is a bar, first and foremost. Was it an experience I'll remember for years to come? Yeah--It's called a 'heighten standard' for the dining and drink experience. Well... what happened if it wasn't the decorum nor menu that made tonight such a ball? Walker happened. Walker wasn't anything out the ordinary, which is why him being such a passionate guy about your meal and overall experience was so special: Walker is your community. He ain't no enemy, bub--just someone who doesn't mind lookin' out for his fellow folk. Demonstrating how a good time can't be bought but only earned, he set out to ensure that our entire experience--beer, bites, and gabs--was Class A. The two of us--24 and 21 year olds--are still figuring this 'beer' thing out. Without hesitation, Walker not only asked us any previous drink preferences, but accounted for them as he guided each of us through the draft list. Samples were brought out and we decided... until we told him about that A&P pie. What happened then? Well, Walker, bro and I did it all over again: this time accounting for the food and how it might pair with who we are and what he personally thought was best. That first sip? I heard God. That first bite? I saw God. The two together? I realized God is in everything we do and cherish in this finite amount of time (If you want to feel what I'm feeling now, get the Sweetwater 420). I had a great conversation at a great place with a great friend being cared for by great people. You want to feel taken care of? Ask* for Walker. You want your belly to click with your mind? Ask* for Walker. You want to remember why you love being alive? Ask for Walker at the Flying Saucer--he just started there last week and has been a great human being for an entire lifetime. How do I know? Ask him what you should have for dinner; you'll see why. *=if you can't plan to tip something phat for Walker--like Missus A. Texas walkin' round phat (20% or more)--wait until that next paycheck hits, pal: Walker's gotta eat, too. read more

Loads of beer & food options. Reasonable prices. Service is warmth & genuine. Great atmosphere for groups of all sizes. Loved the deco. read more

Flying Saucer Draught Emporium - Pubs Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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After a terrible experience with a waiter at Raleigh Times (and us leaving) we wandered down to the always faithful Saucer. It was a Saturday evening but it wasn't busy and we grabbed a patio table. Our waitress (whose name I wish I remembered because she was great) showed up quickly, went over the specials and took drink orders. She was attentive and friendly while we were there and this goes a long way. I didn't love 2 of the 4 beers in my flight and let my friends drink those. My sandwich and salad were great though! read more

Flying Saucer Draught Emporium - Octoberfest flight - Pubs Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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Dark. Dingy. Disrespectful. If I could give zero stars I would...on June 19, 2024, I walked into the Flying Saucer with a friend. It was about 6pm and the bar was relatively empty. We sat at the bar directly across from a bartender who was studying the taps across from us. He didn't great us or acknowledge us in anyway. After about 2 minutes, he turned and walked to the opposite end of the bar and started a conversation with another employee. We left. We will never return. Yes, he saw us. Yes, it was intentional.... read more

The food was great -- and delivered rather quickly for a lunchtime outing. Only complaint was the service was a bit slow for our group of 7 as it appeared our waitress was the only staff working the dining area (for all tables). Additionally because the restaurant is located in DT Raleigh, the parking situation is far from ideal as it's necessary to pay in a garage or private lot in order to dine at their establishment! read more

I haven't been to the Flying Saucer since, well, pre-pandemic. Two weeks ago we stopped in after attending two college open houses. Yes two, Wake Tech & NC State! So, a late lunch and some refreshments were in order. This place is really cool and eclectic. It's an establishment you would normally see in a places like New York, Philly and Boston. The saucers on the walls and ceiling give the interior a nice character. The bar is also long and "old school" and gives you that old bar feel. Which is something you normally don't see here. Now on to the food and beer. The beer list is extensive with many craft selections from in state and out. They offer wine with a nice selection on the menu. I went with the Bob's Octoberfest. Kiddo went with the root beer. Side note, if I do a follow up review a couple of years from now and he's with me, I'm sure his beverage selection may be something else. But I digress. The food here is of the comfort / tavern variety. But, it's very very good. We had the chips with queso and salsa. Kiddo went with the Chicken Caesar Wrap. I had the French Dip (roast beef & Gouda). I haven't had a "dip" in awhile and I enjoyed it. Flying Saucer is definitely a bookmarked spot for me in downtown Raleigh. Just be aware that parking can be tough at times particularly on weekends. When we went, Galaxy Con was going on at the convention center a few blocks away so the area was busy as well as the other establishments. The people watching was epic to say the least. read more

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