Wow, if you are in Raleigh you definitely have to check out Crawford & Son. When you arrive parking…read moreis pretty difficult as the restaurant is located on person street. You'll want to park on a side street and walk up to the restaurant. When you walk into the restaurant you'll be transported to a dark, warm, intimate, and buzzy neighborhood vibe. I'd definitely recommend booking a reservation to ensure you are able to get a table. Once we were seated I started by ordering the Long Time Listener Cocktail (Bourbon, Blackberry, Mint, Fernet-Branca) which was excellent and probably my favorite drink of the evening. For my other drink I tried the Structured Settlement (coconut washed tequila, peach, popcorn orgeat, and lime). This drink was also good, but not as good as the long time listener. For food, we started with the Manchego-Herb Biscuits which were flaky, soft, and didn't need any butter. After that we tried the Heirloom Tomato Salad (provencal granola, mozzarella ice cream, and peaches) which was perfect. The large tomato with the crunchy granola, olive oil, and mozzarella and peaches were the perfect blend of flavors. I couldn't stop eating this dish. Next, we tried the Half Smoke Sausage (roasted peppers, garlic aioli, balsamic onion jus) which surprised me. The sausage had a bit of a spicy flavor, the roasted peppers were prepared perfectly, and overall the flavors paired perfectly together. We also ordered the Bucatini (sea urchin, gulf prawn, spicy tomato sauce) which was good with the pasta and all of the flavors mixed together. The last appetizer we ordered was the yellowfin tuna crudo (honeydew, Fresno chili, shiso, tom yum ice) which was perfect. The sliced honeydew with the raw yellowfin was so good!! For the entree we split the Grilled Bavette Steak (potato rosti, shishito pepper, and sauce choron). The steak cut like butter and was cooked perfectly. For dessert we ordered the blueberry upside down cake (popcorn streusel, sweet corn ice cream) which had fresh blueberries and I couldn't stop eating this dish. I'll have to add Crawford & Son to my regular Raleigh restaurant rotation as this meal was excellent. Looking forward to my next visit.

I have visited several times and have always loved my experience. The food is outstanding, the…read morehostess has always been warm and welcoming, and the servers are an absolute delight. However, during my visit for dinner yesterday, I witnessed something that was extremely disturbing and completely changed my impression of the restaurant. I observed what appeared to be the manager, Bailey, reprimanding the hostess and then reaching toward and touching/grabbing at her cleavage area while saying something to her. The hostess appeared to be very young, possibly around 19 or 20, and she looked visibly uncomfortable and frightened. I sincerely hope this young woman is okay and that this situation is taken seriously and thoroughly addressed by Crawford & Son. No employee should ever feel intimidated, uncomfortable, or subjected to inappropriate physical contact in the workplace. The only reason I am leaving a one-star review is because of what I witnessed and what I perceived as deeply inappropriate behavior toward this young hostess. I hope management investigates this matter immediately.

I can't say enough about Cuya! From the amazing food and secret hits (they have pastelón! Iykyk),…read moreto the excellent drinks, and gorgeous vibe - I can't say enough! But the hospitality took it over the top- our wonderful server was so friendly and kind and on her game. And the owner as well. He is so gracious and warm and just out there with his guests! It was a very relaxed chic vibe with music and low light and then he went around to every table to ask if they had interest in watching the World Cup game (England v Norway). Luckily everyone said yes and then the vibe was all heart and all love. We stayed for HOURS & didn't want to go. lol. This was our first time in RTP, and as New York foodie snobs, we were blown away by the food scene and overall vibe. LOVE Cuya & really dig RTP!

I really enjoyed my visit here for brunch. I didn't realize from the outside how much seating is…read moreinside this restaurant; they have a front area that has bright lighting, but they also have a back area that's a little bit more moody and sexy. Our server Maria was amazing, she gave us great recommendations and was very nice and accommodating. Actually, everyone was accommodating. I had a strawberry coconut Mojito to start, which was good, but maybe just a tad more bitter than I like. But I did love how creamy it was. For my meal I ordered the breakfast sandwich and added bacon. It was really really good. I also tasted the grits and wow, they may have been the best grits I've ever had. I believe the chef added garlic and it really kicked the flavor up a notch. All in all had an amazing experience here and I couldn't recommend it more.

We recently moved into the area so we are starting to check out places. We decided to come here…read moretonight for dinner. When we arrived, we asked for a table of two and instead of asking where we'd like to sit they immediately offered us a table outside and then the next table they tried to offer us was right in front next to the hostess desk so we had to ask for another table if not, we opted to go to the bar and they finally gave us a table. When we sat down, our server came up to us right away. They delivered chips and salsa, which were delicious. I do appreciate that they gave us our own salsa dish for the two people in our party for dinner. The cocktails are massive. They come in 20 ounce and 40 ounce sizes. I had the pineapple jalapeño margarita which was good although I did not taste a lot of tequila. We started with the three dip appetizer, which was guacamole, queso, and bean dip, all of which were so good. For dinner, I had the grilled steak tacos. My husband had the shrimp and chorizo tacos. Everything tasted delicious. They both came with a side of rice and beans, which were also very good. The flavors were there. I would recommend going here. Dinner was pretty affordable and it's a lot of food. I would definitely just space out the timing of your food cause once we put the order in for our entrées came out within five minutes that would be my only thing that I did not like about it was how quickly the food came out. We ordered dessert to go and both my husband and I were shocked at how big this Chocoflan was. It looks delicious. We can't wait to try it. I am sure we will be back.

We have dined here often and have enjoyed the food But this…read morepast week we were extremely disappointed at the atmosphere: the music is so loud in there. We were shouting our order to our server who could not hear us. A family dinner out with no conversation as we could not hear each other (we were a party of 4). I don't understand why the music has to be so loud. We will not be going back Also I ordered a mojito and it was not consumable. Way too sweet. I poured half into my husband's water cup and filled it up with water to dilute it and it will didn't help Overall a terrible dining experience.

We enjoyed brunch here with friends! The ambiance is really nice and they have outdoor seating…read moreoptions too. The food was tasty and the presentation was beautiful. The Chicken & Waffles was my favorite! The chicken was nice and crispy and the waffle was a sweet corn waffle. It came with these little morsels of grilled peaches and I wish there had been more of them because I could've eaten a whole bowl of them. The Peck and Plume Bowl was my least favorite dish but that's only because it was VERY tart and I wasn't expecting that. It has passion fruit, banana, blueberries, yogurt, granola, coconut flakes, and bee pollen. We also got the Eggs Benedict which came with country ham and wilted spinach on top. The ham was a bit salty but the breakfast potatoes on the side were great and the eggs were cooked perfectly jammy.

It was our first visit. I was pretty excited for the scallops. Unfortunately they are switching…read morechefs so they didn't have them on the menu. We ordered the Butrata instead....but it never came so I can't comment on it. They also didn't take it off the bill which I didn't notice until our drive home. The server was engaging and sweet. He was willing to answer questions but seemed a little weeded. Perhaps he's new. Still her was personable and kind. The drinks, a Dirty Martini and Hibiscus Tonic were fantastic. I'm on a quest to find the best Dirty Martini in the area and this is in contention. I ordered the burger and my husband got the shrimp and grits. We'd say they were "fine". Neither the meat nor shrimp were seasoned. That said they were cooked well. The grits were well done and the relish was on target. The fries were also fantastic. Overall, it was a good experience sitting on the beautiful patio with music coming into the space from the park. With a few tweaks this could get a better rating.

We arrived from a greenway bike ride just as they opened one Wednesday morning. They set up a table…read morefor the eight of us, and immediately brought water and took orders. The drinks are on the back of the food menu, but there's a separate sheet for beer and wine. The place is very open and airy, blond wood tables and chairs with darker wood ceiling and bar. The Painkiller(r) was amazing.

This restaurant is situated on the corner of a plaza. Has a really great outdoor seating area…read more That's pretty accommodating. Indoor seating is also pretty large. This is a cute little place that has vibes of a casual family hangout or could also be pulled off for a date night. The host was very welcoming and accommodating trying to find what works best for our family and took care of us well. The waiter was good a little forgetful, but nothing truly affect our experience too much. But he was helpful in navigating through our allergy orders The food The pizza: 3.8/5 pretty decent pizza, not the best I've had but pretty solid pizza with a good crust and chew and good flavors The hanger steak frites : 3/5 honestly a bit on the tough side, not so tough that it was annoying and not grizzly (which would bother me a lot), but enough that I had to work for the steak a bit more than I would like. The sauce wasn't too strong or too much flavor, but it was good compliment and of course the fries were great. The crabcakes 3.5/5 Over all these crabcakes are pretty good also not the best that I've had but good enough. I wish I was a little bit more crab than less filling, but an average decent crab cake. Overall, good experience, good food but the best but good. And wouldn't mind coming back to try more

We came on a Tuesday around 7pm and it was pretty busy but we didn't have to wait for a table…read more Their service was fantastic throughout our dining experience. The staff were very attentive and hospitable. On Tuesdays, they have a Mix & Match 3 tacos deal for $11.99. You can mix both flour or corn tortilla tacos, but it doesn't include the Birria tacos. I ended up trying the shrimp tacos on flour tortilla, ribeye taco on corn, and al pastor on corn. I also tried a bite of the carne asada on flour taco from my sister. I would highly recommend the al pastor taco. It's juicy (comes with pineapple sticks) and the flavor is fantastic. The shrimp was also good but it's on the heavier side bc they add cheese. The ribeye was my least favorite and although the flavor is good, it's pretty dry without much sauce. If you want steak, I would go for the carne asada instead (they add guac) Overall, fantastic restaurant and a great deal for tacos on Tuesdays. My favorite part is the complimentary chips and salsa. Life changing.

La Victoria is a solid Mexican restaurant to satisfy my Mexican food cravings. The interior is so…read morenicely done and adds to the experience as well. When I went, the mojitos were on special for $6, so I of course had to order it. It was good, just a tad on the sweet side. For the app, we got the queso with chorizo and it was delicious. We also ordered the fajitas for two. It was HUGE and had an array of different meats - chicken, steak, chorizo, shrimp, and carnitas. Sadly most of the meats were overcooked and not as enjoyable to eat. La Victoria is still one of the better Mexican food spots I've had in Raleigh so far (especially as a native Texan growing up around incredible Tex-Mex). Worth a visit!

The food is delicious here, five stars!! The server and host were very nice and greeted us with a…read moresmile. We had the crab cakes over fried tomato with the red pepper sauce and wasabi creme- you would think it had a lot going on but it all tasted SO good together! My husband got the burger with candied bacon, fried truffle mac and cheese on it like what!? Never had anything like that before and it was amazing. My kids got the house made chicken tenders and fries and you could tell everything is made in house and tasted so fresh! We ate everything! I had the salmon which was cooked very well! Only thing I would say about that is it was very heavy on the rice and a side of veg would have been nice. I will remember this place if I am ever in the area again and would definitely recommend!

One of my favorite restaurants in Apex. Went out with some girlfriends the other night and didn't…read morehave a single negative thing to say. Our server, Gamble, was a delight. The food came out super quick, and everything was delicious. Overall, I had a 10/10 experience. I will definitely be back soon.

I was in Cary for a medical appointment, and was surprised to find this little place right around…read morethe corner from my Doctor's office! Walked in and was seated and immediately was brought chips and a bowl of salsa. The place is nicely appointed (for being in a strip mall between a Walmart and a Harris-Teeter! They didn't have a lot of leeway!) The chairs (6 4-tops total inside. A banquette on the right holds two of them as well as a 2-top. Outside, there are three 2-tops under the covered walkway. The menu is nicely printed and organized. The pricing is a bit high for the location, but when the food came out, I had no issues! I ordered the ACC Hawaiano, which was rice, peppers, onions, pineapple, and about a dozen plump, nicely seasoned shrimp, covered in a queso sauce. The staff, despite being engrossed in their iPad, was attentive and courteous. They use Toast for their POS, which means they take credit cards at the table. I'm not here often, but will stop in again. Hopefully they will have their liquor license by then.

I came here for lunch today and was surprised at the menu, service and decor…read more This place is located in the Harris Teeter/ Walmart shopping center so there is plenty of parking. There is a nice size menu with some unique items along with the traditional ones. Chips and salsa came first. Salsa is slightly spicier than some places. The chips were warm. I got the birita rolls and really enjoyed them. They were stuffed full of delicious shredded beef and came with a consume for dipping. They came out fast and hot! The presentation was excellent. The atmosphere is beautiful with lots of greenery on the walls and even a plant on every table. The tables and chairs are clean and comfortable. The two young ladies that were working were professional and kind. They were very patient as I asked questions. I didn't feel rushed at all. Excellent customer service for sure. I hope people find this place!