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    ORO Restaurant & Lounge

    3.8 (452 reviews)
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    Truffle Mac & Cheese 9/10 Brussel sprouts 9.5/10 Lemon drop 5/10 Other drinks 10/10
    Shanel B.

    Located in downtown Raleigh, Oro is a beautiful 2 story restaurant with floor to ceiling windows. It definitely gives date night, girls night out vibes. Our waiter was funny, nice and informative; however the menu offered very limited flexibility. For an example, I wanted to order a drink "neat" with absolutely no ice contact and was told that it was possible due to presentation. Oddly enough my cousin who was dining with me ordered the drink and the ice was nothing impressive and could've been left off in my opinion. Another example is when ordering the lamb chops, he wanted them prepare at medium well, but were told it could only come medium rare. However after much much negotiation the waiter agreed to have it prepared medium well. It did not come to the table medium well. I will rate the dishes we tried through the pictures. Overall experience was a

    Lamb Chops
    Shakira W.

    Five Stars isn't enough! From the second I walked in, I felt welcomed--the customer service here is top-tier. Friendly, attentive, and genuinely warm, the staff made the whole experience feel personal and inviting. Now let's talk about the food--because WOW. I started with the calamari and brussels sprouts, and both were absolutely delicious. The calamari was light, crispy, and not the least bit greasy. The brussels sprouts were roasted to perfection--caramelized and bursting with flavor. For my main course, I had the whole white fish and the lamb chops. The fish was flaky, fresh, and seasoned beautifully. The lamb chops? So tender they barely needed a knife, and packed with rich, savory flavor. I washed it all down with a sweet Moscato that paired like a dream with every bite. Every dish I've tried so far has been a hit, and I'm already planning my return. I won't stop until I've tasted everything on the menu--because nothing has disappointed. Support Black-owned, support excellence--this spot is a must-visit!

    Inside of the restaurant.
    Antwain B.

    Food was really good will definitely go back. Service was exceptional and ambiance was very nice. It's a small plate restaurant which a thoroughly enjoyed.

    This picture is the s'mores dessert.
    Rita R.

    ORO is the best restaurant in Raleigh. I love the sticky ribs and the Mac and cheese. Love this place! The atmosphere is really beautiful and relaxing. Corey is the best waiter ever! He is so nice and very helpful!

    Potatoes
    Catie F.

    We absolutely adored our time at ORO on NYE for dinner this year. We wanted somewhere to share plates that was also elevated vibes and near the action of the night. ORO checked all our boxes. The menu is really unique and fun so we were excited to try. We made reservations because of the holiday, but there was definitely a medium amount of seating downstairs and upstairs so a regular night you probably don't need them? It is decorated really classy and you can see the kitchen from downstairs seating. Our server was really attentive and friendly. She walked us through how they recommend sharing everything and everyone ordering 2-3 things each. We took the advice and along with two white wines we ordered the NY Strip, Truffle Mac and Cheese, Fingerling Potatoes, and a Charcuterie board. We asked for the steak medium rare, and it definitely came on the rare side. This was our only real slight disappointment of the night, and it was quickly made up for with how amazing the dishes tasted. My boyfriend and I agreed the truffle mac and cheese was our absolute favorite. It was delicious and the breading was perfect. Also just an us preference, but we are sick of cavatappi pasta for mac and cheese at every restaurant, so we loved that here it was made with elbows :). (We didn't mind the european kitchen where it all comes whenever it's ready, but it's nice to note before coming!)

    Octopus
    Cam A.

    Came here for a birthday dinner and every bite was absolutely amazing. The portions are not big, but the plates are meant to be shared. If you order about 2 to 3 of the shared size plates per person will be satisfied and everyone will have a taste. The scallops and the cauliflower are a must order. Honestly, we had very few complaints about any of the dishes. The only thing we could've done without was the bone marrow. Our server was Corey. He gave us amazing recommendations and just contributed to our overall great night.

    whole prawns
    Jessica B.

    Our tasty outing to Oro completely exceeded my expectations. We enjoyed amazing service and incredible food featured on the family style tasting menu. A few of my personal favorites included : - The grilled jerk chicken was super tender and full of flavor; my mouth 's still watering from thinking about it. The presentation was on another level and that Caribbean heat was on point. - The wild mushroom carbonara was a very savory dish which featured truffles, wild mushrooms, and duck pastrami. - The sesame cauliflower was tempura style and lightly coated with a sweet yet tangy chili sauce. If there is one thing I'm a fiend for, it's crispy cauliflower - The half-shell Peruvian scallops were unlike anything I've ever had. The scallops alone buttery and mildly sweet but, the combination of the citrus and tangy toppings put these morsels on another level. - the delectable whole prawns were a must have for any garlic lovers like myself . - The banana bread pudding was amazing but, the creme brûlée was literally the best I've ever had.... PERIODT!!! This place is perfect for a night out with friends or a romantic evening. Check them out

    Maripily P.

    Please, please stay away from this restaurant. We ordered 7 dishes and NOTHING was even average. I'm not one to leave bad reviews but this is the WORST restaurant I have been to.

    Tempura Calamari
    Ray L.

    Great experience during restaurant week. Call atmosphere and nice large windows and a second floor. Service was amazing. They serve Tapas style dishes. I came here a few years ago and the quality and service was just as great. They easily accommodated aloud party of 9. We started with the bathtub hooch, passionista, few margaritas, and a sweet tea. They alcohol drinks were great! The sweet tea was just ok tho. It looked like ginger ale it was so light. For We started with the Brussels, calamari, and cauliflower. The cauliflower was one of the best ive ever had, so much flavor! The Brussels were great too. The cauliflower was a little underwhelming, could barely taste the meat and sauce was like a thick hot sauce. The seabass and brisket was good. The brisket came with like a potatoes au gratin type of side, pretty good. The salmon tempura was just ok, the sauce it came with was spicy. The lamb chops were good. The jerk chicken was SUPER SPICY! Beware! The oysters were good couldn't really taste the pork belly. For dessert, the churros were bomb!!! Creme was great as expected. The banana bread pudding was good, but not great. And the chocolate dessert was tasty and nice presentation! Overall great experience and definitely recommend! A few of the pics are from when I went before but they no longer serve it.

    Bread pudding

    We THOROUGHLY enjoyed our dinner at ORO. It is a large tapas plate type restaurant. Many years have passed since my wife and enjoyed such a palate pleasing experience. The escargot, octopus, mushrooms, and veal cheeks were absolutely divine. My wife enjoyed her perfectly seared and buttery Chilean Sea bass on a bed of short ribs (yes, short ribs). My libation of choice was the 007 martini - perfectly made and generously proportioned. When Cody found out it was our 20th wedding anniversary he brought out two glasses of champagne! As for dessert my wife chose the creme brûlée. I asked Cody to choose for me. The creme brûlée was excellent - creamy deliciousness . The mystery dessert was bread pudding. I was shocked but I quickly realized why - it was UNBELIEVABLY delicious! We now have a new favorite restaurant and look forward to our next meal at ORO. I honestly feel like we stumbled upon the Shangri-La of cuisine in Raleigh.

    Arvian D.

    My son and I decided to visit Oro restaurant during Raleigh Restaurant Week in November 2021. We read good reviews and liked the menu that was being offered. We made reservations and were seated quickly upon arrival. We were greeted with a smile and professionalism. Our server was friendly and fully engaged with our experience at the restaurant. Our dishes were served in a timely manner. We enjoyed our food and dessert. Everything was very tasty and moist. The portions were a little on the smaller side but other than that we had a wonderful visit.

    Mushroom pasta
    Alexandra M.

    Very fun restaurant! The best part is the cocktails, they are exciting and all presented in a fun unique way. Food is pretty good, some dishes were really good and some were just good, certainly nothing bad! The waitstaff was very nice, she just seemed super busy. Definitely a hip cute spot to try if you are in the mood for some fun drinks and upscale apps. Dessert was outstanding!

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