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    Junction West

    3.8 (30 reviews)
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    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Orvina W.

    This is such a cute place to hang out with friends and meet new people. Everyone who was there were laid back and social. You can bring your dog and sit out on the turf. I had a couple of glasses of wine and my dog was able to play with her new friends. The hostess did tell us to put our dogs on a leash which I can understand why if they were running around the whole area but our tables were near each other, kinda in the corner and the dogs were behaving very well. So that rubbed me the wrong way a little. Also when we ordered our drinks at the bar my friend removed his mask to take a sip of his drink and the hostess came back to quickly tell him to put his mask back on even though he was drinking. It was a weird vibe from the hostess but the bartender was great and the atmosphere was really chill. I would give it one more shot.

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    Mikayla R.

    Super airy and open. Great bar space and location in DT Raleigh. Nice menu with lots of fruity, summery cocktails!

    Stephanie J.

    This place is beautiful, I can see this bar being very popular on nice days. The bartenders were not very welcoming or friendly when we stopped in. We ordered a beer, a Trophy IPA, and cocktail, the Surprise Valley. The cocktail was just okay, it was a little on the sweeter side. We chose to only do one round here so we will have to check out a few of the other cocktails next time.

    Beautiful sunset!
    James S.

    Went out with some friends to celebrate and it's my first time at this spot. Honestly. Cool vibe. Chill. Great music. Tasty drinks. Unfortunately, Cushionless wood chairs. My party and I asked numerous times for cushions for the wood furniture outside and got rejected each time. It was a little disappointing because who lets it rain ruin things. Stinks that rain was the excuse each time and I checked my weather app and no rain, I was quite confused. Again the vibe at this place is great and a great spot to chill with friends, but I just wish if customers would like to be comfortable the request would be acknowledged.

    Neelam C.

    Stopped in to check out the new spot and fell in love immediately. They have a variety of beers, cocktails and just had a very cool vibe. Good music selection. The outdoor patio was super nice, can't wait to enjoy on a sunny day. Excited to also check out the event venue next door!

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    Elizabeth H.

    A beautiful space with fun cocktails and a great outside area!! They are doing a wonderful job of being safe with Covid and still maintaining a welcoming environment!

    Outside area. Perfect for dogs, corn hole and relaxing with a cocktail or beer!
    Sara J.

    I visited Junction West for a cocktail this past Friday in the early evening. I think this spot is a great new addition to the Warehouse district! The bar itself is super pretty and clean feeling. My friend and I just had standard cocktails (vodka soda and gin and tonic) which were good but next time ill be sure to try a drink from their menu. Service was fast and friendly as well. The best part is the outside sitting area. There is turf grass, benches and string lights. That coupled with the views and sunset make it a great choice for hanging out! I especially am excited to have another dog friendly(outside) spot downtown! I will be back for sure and I am also excited to check out the event space!

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    Pricey drinks but nice staff and good service. They have CBD infused drinks and a really nice area to sit outside and relax on a nice day.

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    Terrible service. A bartender handled a situation terribly, kicked us out after we purchased beers and did not let us finished them.

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    Whiskey Kitchen - Cracklin' Biscuits

    Whiskey Kitchen

    4.0(788 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    Wow! I said I'd come back but I didn't realize it had been 8 years!…read more My husband Dan H and I had a great lunch with some friends today. We all shared an order of fries for the table, which were amazing. Then I got the grain bowl with shrimp, and everything was perfectly prepared and delicious. My husband enjoyed his biscuits and gravy with fried chicken- so tender and decedent. Our friends enjoyed their meal, too, and enjoyed the apple custard for dessert. The mocktails were also delicious- I loved one with hibiscus and ginger. So nice to have a bunch of mocktail options! The ambiance was just as great as it was 8 years ago- spacious and light. The server was great, and let us linger for a few hours without hovering. Hope to be back sooner than another 8 years from now!

    If bourbon and whiskey choices were a personality trait, The Whiskey Kitchen would definitely have…read morecommitment issues...because the selection is massive. Seriously, if you can't find a pour you like here, you may just need water instead. Started with the biscuits topped with crackling and house-made preserves, and honestly, that combo alone made me question why I don't eat more biscuits in life. Sweet, salty, buttery chaos in the best way. For the main, I went with the pork chop and greens. The chop leaned a little overcooked for me personally, but the sauce helped bring things back together and added good flavor. The greens had a nice little kick of heat, but I kept waiting for that deep smoky ham hock flavor to show up like an old Southern grandma entering the kitchen... and it never quite arrived. Overall though? Still a solid meal, strong whiskey program, cool atmosphere, and definitely worth checking out if you're in Raleigh looking for a bourbon-forward dinner spot. Travelin_Broke approved with a slight side-eye from the greens.

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    Whiskey Kitchen - Whiskey Flights

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    Whiskey Kitchen - Smoked mozzarella salad with fried chicken

    Smoked mozzarella salad with fried chicken

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    Brewery Bhavana - Chicken Curry Bao

    Brewery Bhavana

    4.4(1.6k reviews)
    0.5 mi
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    This restaurant pleasantly surprised me. I'm honestly not a huge Chinese food person, and when…read morepicking restaurants, it's usually not something I naturally gravitate toward. I was actually a little nervous going in because certain Chinese dishes tend to upset my stomach, so I tried to avoid some of the heavier noodle and chicken dishes that normally do that to me. Honestly, I think that was the best decision because I thoroughly enjoyed my meal and felt completely fine afterwards. I started with the crab rangoons, which were perfectly creamy on the inside and crispy on the outside -- absolutely delicious. Then I tried the pork-filled bao buns, which was my first time ever having them, and I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed them too. Everyone else at our table seemed to really enjoy their food as well. I genuinely didn't hear a single complaint. We also ordered some drinks that were delicious, and both our server and the rest of the staff were absolutely fantastic and very welcoming throughout the night. The atmosphere and vibes inside are honestly one of the coolest parts of the experience. It somehow feels like a mix between a brewery, a florist, a bookstore, and a Chinese restaurant all at once. It's such an interesting and unique space that doesn't really feel like anywhere else. Overall, this was a great experience, and I would absolutely come back to try more items on the menu.

    This is a one stop shop, brewery, flower shop, library/book store and dim sum restaurant!…read more The food. Really really good dim sum. I stopped in just a they were opening on a Friday and thank goodness I showed up when I did, this place gets packed quick and you should book a reservation to be on the safe side. I was most excited about the duck egg rolls but ended up being my least favorite not because they were slightly on the dry side. Flavor was good, and the hoisin honey sauce really helped! The seafood dumplings were second best, stuffed full. The soup based was amazing and it also came with some bread for dipping in the leftover sauce. The pork and chive shumai were my favorite! A little bit bigger than bit sized but worth the mouth full! Absolutely would recommend. I'll 100% be back for more food. The bar side looked to be more casual, the dinning room was full of high tea attire so I did feel a little under dressed, thought it would be slightly more casual. They have the cutest library with free books to read but only while you dine in. The flower and book shop are in the middle of the space. Super cute, limited options but great for a last minute bouquet!

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    Brewery Bhavana - Read a book and feast

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    Bittersweet - Bubbles and cupcake special

    Bittersweet

    4.4(478 reviews)
    0.4 mi
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    A fun concept bar of cocktails + desserts! We sat at the bar and received great service. Make sure…read moreto take the time to read the whole menu because there are some very unique offerings! We also learned the menu is updated seasonally, so it was a perfect pairing to the beautiful spring weather

    We headed here because we had eaten dinner downtown and wanted to take advantage of all the great…read moreplaces we could. Although the space is tiny, the desserts and cocktails more than make up for the line out front, and the noisy nature of downtown locations! There were 4 of us and we enjoyed the strawberry pretzel pie, derby pie, ice cream, coffee, and old fashioned. First of all, AMAZING cocktails- and an epic list of whiskeys, bourbons, and scotches. They've also got some custom beverages that you cannot find else. Super thumbs up for originality of cocktails, creative menu presentation, and speed of service! The derby pie was good- but I like mine with a denser filling. My friend enjoyed her strawberry pretzel pie, and the fact that not many places offer this on their menu. But, she said it was not as good as homemade. The gents in our party RAVED about how great Bittersweet's old fashioned drinks were! They said that these were definitely in the top three beverages they had ever had! This hole in the wall had a bridal party, some goth appearing folks, and suits too. In short, no matter what you like to drink, what you enjoy eating for dessert, you will find it here!

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    Bittersweet - Derby Pie and Gin n Tonic

    Derby Pie and Gin n Tonic

    Bittersweet - Chai espresso martini

    Chai espresso martini

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    The Crunkleton - Parmesan fries, dry rubbed wings, pimento and country ham biscuits

    The Crunkleton

    4.3(71 reviews)
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    Beignets, beignets, beignets!…read more This place is perfect for a girls night, date night, friends night, solo night... honestly any night! I came here for drinks and dessert with friends, and the star of the show was definitely the beignets. As someone who has visited New Orleans and tried the real deal, I thought I knew what good beignets tasted like. Turns out, I did not have to travel that far after all! The beignets here are like a cross between a classic beignet and a croissant. Light, fluffy, and just the right amount of indulgent. I will definitely be back to check out more of the menu, but no matter what, I am saving room for the... say it with me... beignets!!

    Wanted to try something new, and, since I liked the reviews for this place, I figured I'll give it…read morea shot. The ambiance is classy but laid back. The Service was outstanding thanks to Hayley. Her recommendations for pairing the drinks with the food were flawless, and each drink was prepared like a work of art. I started with the raw oysters, paired with a glass of Rose, which I loved. They switched from the Halibut with Fennel to Mahi with Forbidden Rice. The rice is black and inky and potent and extraordinary, but it overwhelmed the fish completely. Still greatful I got to experience it, but I would pair it with something more gamy like lamb or goat. The Pecan pie with warm salted caramel ice cream was nothing short of a spiritual experience, and Hayley's recommendation to pair it with Rum Flip was perfect. Yes, I Ubered. Overall, this one is going to be a frequent hangout.

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    The Crunkleton - Dry Rub Chicken Wings

    Dry Rub Chicken Wings

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