The Angus Barn is a MUST if you are around the Raleigh area. We can't get enough of it!…read more From prime rib that melts in your mouth to kabobs, this place has it all. Christmas time is beautiful, as they decorate the ceiling with garments and ornaments and other decorations around the massive restaurant, but reservations are needed no later than 6 months in advance. If you're fine waiting 3 hours for a table max, then you will be fine. Every single time we come to Angus Barn, something is different. Now they give you a soup or salad with your meal, along with bread! The cheese and crackers are famous among the people and are a great way to start your meal. The bread is so fresh also! All components in their house salad is great. Everything is awesome! The prime rib is tender and has such good flavor. Their mac n' cheese is the way to go. Their recipe is constantly changing. Like what I previously said, something is different every time you come to Angus Barn. The chocolate chess pie is the best I've had. This is a MUST when dining at Angus Barn. You HAVE to get the chocolate chess pie. The service is some of the best in the restaurant business and all do a great job at explaining things. So kind and professional! Once again, if you're around Raleigh and don't come to Angus Barn, you are missing out. I highly recommend you come. So good!

Stopped by Angus Barn for a quick dinner and it did not disappoint. This restaurant is near the…read moreairport if you are looking for a good place to eat before a flight out. When you arrive you'll enter the parking lot and have the option to either self park or valet. I went ahead and self parked as the parking lot wasn't too full. When you walk in you'll be transported back in time to a rustic feeling, fine dining, and country feeling (since the restaurant is in a barn) type atmosphere. We started at the bar on the second floor to have a drink and then grabbed a table. At the upstairs bar I ordered the Angus Barn Smoked Old Fashioned (Crafted with Angus Barn 65 Maker's Mark Private Selection and a special proprietary syrup, served tableside in a custom smoke box) which was very strong and a fun drink to order as it is served in a large smoke box. To grab our table we checked in with the host downstairs and were seated. Once seated the table had a complimentary dish of cheese and crackers which were surprisingly very good. For an appetizer we ordered the Wagyu Philly Cheesesteak Eggroll (Wagyu beef egg roll filled with mushrooms, onions & smoked cheddar served with a truffle garlic aioli) which were high quality and pretty heavy. The order comes with two egg rolls cut in half just as an fyi. For my entree I ordered the 22 oz bone in Royal Ribeye and upgraded the side to Mac & Cheese. Each steak is served with either soup or salad and a side. I went with the French onion soup instead of the salad. The French onion soup was very tasty and had a good amount on Gruyère cheese and bread. Additionally the ribeye was excellent and the garlic butter on the side was a nice touch. For dessert I ordered a crème brûlée which was a perfect way to end the meal. I'm looking forward to checking out the Angus Barn during the Christmas holiday season as I hear it is beautiful. Looking forward to stop in later this year for another great meal.

I hadn't been to Firebirds in years and had never been for lunch. What a wonderful meal and…read moreexperience. I had the you pick two for $14,95. A great deal. The chicken tortilla soup was delicious. It was creamy and flavorful and had nice pieces of chicken in it. I really enjoyed it. The smash-burger was also delicious. It had great taste, was cooked nicely through, the ratio of meat to cheese to lettuce to sauce was just right. I really enjoyed this. We had a nice booth and our waitress was helpful and around for tea refills. Great lunch in a welcoming and delicious restaurant.

Went here for Isabella's date night birthday. I ordered the…read moreGRILLED SALMON & SHRIMP with Aji Amarillo sauce / seasonal ancient grains / seasonal vegetables. The salmon was decent, but I didn't eat any of the seasonal ancient grains, as they were mushy, and not good. The two (2) shrimp were excellent. The WOOD GRILLED CHICKEN, Portabella mushrooms / blistered tomatoes / spinach / chimichurri / Parmesan mashed potatoes had to be sent back. The chicken was visually dry and overcooked. The mashed potatoes looked days old when they were served. The only thing that was good was the BABY BACK RIBS, Slow-roasted and grilled / java BBQ sauce / fresh fruit / side. But when I asked for to swap out the poor food for more ribs they stated that they were out. How can you be out before 5 pm, I mean, it wasn't even the dinner rush. Service was a little slow too. 2026-07 #583

Elegant, Ambient and too sweet (3.5 star)…read more I came here for work meeting and had prefix menus so my experience may be different from others. Venue: it is good sized venue, ambient and has upscale elegant - classic theater type of look. Went to the small room area in the back to the left past the kitchen. Food: I have tried crab shrimp bisque, cheese steak roll, calamari, NY steak and cheese cake. The shrimp bisque was good but I've had better- for example near by Capital grill and definitely not closed to any of the bisque at fisherman's wharf. But you know what, when I got chunk of crab and shrimp I started to change my mind that it was getting pretty good. Cheese steak roll was pretty good but real rich. Calamari had good flavor but extremely sweet. The whole table agreed that there was unnecessary amount of sugar in there. Steak was nice and thick- however it would've been better if it had more salt and seasoning. The steak was cooked perfect medium rare. Texture was soft but I was slightly suspicious of meat tenderizer in there. Just a thought. Cheese cake was good but again, I've had better. Service: service was good. Although since it was table size to acclimate a party - everyone was attentive. Price: in my opinion it is overpriced. I.usually put price insight in the beginning but I am giving my insight on this last because- overall the experience and food was good. However, for the price to the whole experience ratio is not worth it for me to come back.

Mediocre experience overall, though the ambience is definitely nice…read more We visited as a party of four with a 4:00 PM Sunday reservation. Surprisingly, despite the restaurant being empty, we had to wait about 30-40 minutes. The staff kept telling us our table was "getting ready," which was confusing given how quiet it was. Service throughout the meal was quite slow. We started with the shrimp appetizer, which was good. We initially ordered oysters, but were informed 10-15 minutes later that they were unavailable, so we switched to calamari, which was just okay. For entrées, we ordered steak, crab cake and crab stuffed shrimp . Steak was served on a large plate with a very small portion and no sides included. At that price point, you would expect a more substantial serving or at least accompaniments. Dessert was the highlight -- we tried the crème brûlée, chocolate cake, and carrot cake, and all were enjoyable. One odd detail: the check was split into two without the server asking how we wanted it handled. Overall, for a higher-end steakhouse, we expected better service, smoother communication, and more attention to detail. The ambience is nice, but the experience didn't quite match the price or expectations.

One of my favorite things to do is introduce friends to some of my favorite local spots, and this…read moretime we took them to Neuse River Brewing & Brasserie near downtown Raleigh. The service is always fun and i enjoy the open atmosphere. This Belgian-inspired brasserie continues to be one of my go-to destinations for great food, craft beer, and one of the best Painkillers in town. My must-order dish is always the crispy beer-battered pollock paired with their perfectly seasoned truffle fries. The fish is light, flaky, and fried to golden perfection, but the real star might be their housemade tartar sauce--it's absolutely addictive. A few other standouts from our table included: Savory risotto topped with seared shrimp and blistered tomatoes The NRBC Juicy Burger loaded with onion straws and beer cheese Every dish was packed with flavor, and it's easy to see why this spot remains a local favorite. Whether you're stopping in for a craft beer, cocktails, or a hearty meal, this is a place that's always worth the visit.

Food was OK and they have a very good selection of beers and ciders…read more Burger was served on a lovely fresh bun and the toppings and cheese were flavorful. The patty itself lacked flavor and was a bit on the dry side. Fish and chips were OK. Service was excellent -- Attentive, warm, knowledgeable. We tried 4 different offerings from the brewery and nothing really hit home with us. Pilsner and Belgian brown were our top 2. Cute courtyard and simple interior. Prices are in line with Raleigh market.

Still loving this spot! I haven't been back in a while but Doug was a wonderful server and the food…read morewas fantastic. I highly recommend the filet/ fried oyster combo and the street corn dip appetizer.

3.5 rounded up to 4. Southern cuisine. Service was good. Chicken salad was good. Next time I will…read moretry the Southern Caesar salad instead though. Love the idea of the fried grit croutons. Nice business lunch spot if you work nearby and you'd like to sit and chat in a business casual setting away from the parking chaos of downtown Raleigh. But I will say getting to and out of this shopping center was a bit confusing due to the service road. Parking was limited.

Soooooooooooo goooooooddddd! Everything about this place lived up to my expectations. The valet,…read morethe atmosphere, the lighting, the open glass window walls, the food, the service....yesssss, yesss, yeasssssss! I got the martini flight which had a sample taste of bourbon cocktail, a margarita, and a mule. I started with the steak tots which was filet mignon on a potato hash with garlic aoili. MMmmm Mmm Mmm! Then came the wedge...Aaauuhhh-maa- ziinggg! It was a nice potion with a strip of bacon, cherry tomatoes and home made dressing. My main was chicken Oscar and it didn't let me down. It was 2 chicken filets topped with lump crab and a cream sauce. This entree was placed Ontop of asparagus spears. Perfect pairing. After all that, I was full, so I got the lemon bar to go. It looked so good so when I got home you know I to try it!! The merengue and lemon zesty flavor made it hard not to have just one bite. The gentlemen next to me were very nice and Christie the bartender gave impeccable conversation and service!! One of my new faves for sure!!

Nice modern texan steakhouse atmosphere. Very friendly and attentive service but not so much that…read moreit disrupts your meal. Couldn't have had a better waitress. Went for their Friday lunch because the prices are more reasonable than on their dinner menu. The bread and whipped butter that came out before ordering was tasty. Ordered the the Pork Chop Friday lunch special for $22. The pork chop is a smaller portion of their enormous regular portion thankfully, because although it was delicious, anything bigger would have been too much. It has a sauce and a slice of lime on top. It comes with whipped potatoes and apple sauce. Probably the best pork chop I've ever had. I also ordered an individual side of Sweet Sriracha Brussel Sprouts. While the sprouts were tasty, they were more sweet than spicy, at least heat wise, which was a little bit disappointing. It's definitely worth a visit especially for lunch on Friday which is the only day they serve lunch.

Fantastic spot to grab a nice meal. It's on the more intimate side, so definitely make a…read morereservation during peak times. Was really impressed by the hospitality of the bartender Toulson (spelling?). He was super friendly, knowledgeable, and gave me detailed recommendations. -- The Hamachi Crudo was so bright and light. I really enjoyed the puffed rice on top and the basil ice complemented the dish well. The grapefruit added some nice acidity and the little crunchy bites were the perfect texture contrast. The pieces of fish were large and thick. -- The Manchego-herb Biscuits were awesome. One order comes with four small biscuits. Crust was flaky, the inside was soft and moist, and the flaky salt was the cherry on top. -- The Seared Duck Breast was phenomenal. The duck was juicy and tender and salted well. The skin was thick, sooo flavorful, and melted in your mouth but I would've liked a little more crispiness on the outside. I enjoyed the mix of fresh vegetables and warm cooked vegetables served with the dish. -- The Lemon Yuzu Tart was a nice bright and rich dessert. The tartness comes from the jam on top of the tart but it doesn't overwhelm the dish. The creme brulee style top was a nice touch. The buttermilk ice cream was more on the icier side than creamy. I really enjoyed all the dishes I tried here and am looking forward to my next visit.

Food and drinks were great. The bone marrow was my favorite thing we ordered. The service was quick…read moreand polite. No complaints

J. Alexander's bar dream team: Chris, Gabby & Shaq!…read more We always enjoy dining at J. Alexander's, and this visit was no exception. The Cajun trout was absolutely delicious. I substituted the coleslaw for broccoli, and it was the perfect choice. The trout was flavorful, perfectly cooked, and one of my favorite dishes on the menu. We also had the dream team behind the bar: Chris, Shaq, and Gabby! They made the entire experience even better with their friendly personalities, outstanding service, and attention to detail. They were engaging, fun, and made us feel like valued guests from the moment we sat down. They truly elevated our evening. The only disappointment was the change in the Malbec selection. We were longtime fans of The Seeker, and the new Alta Vista simply doesn't compare. In our opinion, it lacks the smooth, rich flavor that made The Seeker such a great pairing with the meal. We definitely don't think it's an improvement and would love to see J. Alexander's bring The Seeker back. Great food, outstanding bartenders, and another wonderful dining experience. We're just hoping our favorite Seeker Malbec makes a return!

I had a very nice lunch here recently while visiting the area. The portions were generous, and the…read moreservice was friendly. Our server noticed right away if anyone needed more iced tea and offered before we asked. Both my friend and I enjoyed our meals. They had a lively lunch crowd on a weekday but were organized and well-staffed.