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    Ruby Deluxe

    4.0 (29 reviews)
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    Shar H.

    I had such an fabulous time!!!! Vyki was the BOMB. And Aris was sooooooo . Would love to come again!

    Lisa H.

    Went here for my birthday celebration and got a table of 6 for the Sunday Drag Brunch. The "brunch" part is the food truck that comes, but the one that was there the week we went was very bad - my friends all got food and only one of them actually finished their meal. The drag show itself was great and featured three drag queens - each of them went twice and it was a great assortment of songs and talents. There was only one bartender and it did take us a while to get drinks, and for a drag show the space is more intimate and smaller than others, like Legends. Overall, it was a good time because how can you not have fun at a drag show? The queens were amazing and super friendly - we were able to get photos with them after the show. I would definitely recommend booking tables and seats at least two weeks in advance, as they sell out pretty quickly - especially if you're having a bigger party come.

    Look for the Ruby off Salisbury or Fayetteville St.

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    6 years ago

    A unique and wonderful experience. Bring your friends and have a good time at Ruby Deluxe. Good show, good drinks, good times.

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    8 years ago

    Had an AWESOME night out here! The dis for "No dudes pwr hr" had, by far, the best set I've ever seen from a dj. Music was FANTASTIC!

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    10 years ago

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    10 years ago

    Cool eclectic vibes and LGBT friendly? Love it! The owners and staff are great people and this is a sweet new alternative to the usual scene

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    10 years ago

    Love it! A dive bar at it's best! The patio is lovely!! $10 membership fee keeps the Fayetteville Street Jersey-shore people out!

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    11 years ago

    Cool scene, good drinks, hilarious vending machine

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    10 years ago

    Was there this past weekend and the vibe is pretty awesome. Definitely a great place to chill with friends and have a few drinks.

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    10 years ago

    A cool, low-key, safe space for those not interested in the typical Fayeteville Street/Glenwood Ave bar scene. Awesome bartenders and staff.

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    9 years ago

    Great place but the bartenders are very rude. This place has no clue when it comes to customer service. I probably won't go back.

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    10 years ago

    I love this bar! Not a better place to gather with friends and just chill in all of Raleigh. Check it out, you will like it!

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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

    Whiskey Flights

    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)
    0.2 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

    Read a book and feast

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    Pork & Chive Shumai

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    Bittersweet - Bubbles and cupcake special

    Bittersweet

    4.4(478 reviews)
    0.1 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(70 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

    The Crunkleton - Espresso martini

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