Rustic charm with a wink -- that's their style. Step inside and you'll find polished wood and…read morecountry warmth, but with surprises tucked into every corner. The bar glows under lighting as unique as the stories told across it, while the keg urinals prove they don't take themselves too seriously. It's the kind of place where craft and character collide. The bar goes on longer than most stories told across it -- a gleaming stretch of wood lined with more chairs than you can count. Soft glowing lights keep things warm and easy on the eyes, while TVs hum with the game (or the drama). But the real stars here? The staff -- quick with a pour, quicker with a smile, and just the right amount of banter to make every seat the best one in the house, they serve an old fashioned so smooth, it feels like sipping timeless charm with a twist. Lo and Behold! A bottle of SKYY behind the bar? Guess heaven really is within reach. Step onto their small rooftop patio--two staircases up and suddenly you're in your own little hideaway. Don't let the height fool you: the amazing staff runs up and down like caffeinated superheroes, making sure your drink is as perfect as it would be at the bar. Cozy, breezy, and just far enough from the crowd to feel like your secret spot, but close enough to get the same top-notch service. At Norse Brewing Longhouse cheesy dreams come true: a pimento cheeseburger that winks at you, with beer cheese tots doing the perfect cheese dance on the side. Zebulon's favored restaurant. Cheers!

We were so excited to give this place a try, especially knowing how successful Norse is in Wake…read moreForest. Unfortunately, it was an out of disappointment. While the staff were very nice, there was only one person running around managing all the tables, and my salmon salad was terrible - I specifically asked how the jalapeños were cut, so I could take them out if they were too hot - and was reassured that they were cut in coins/slices and would be easy to remove. When the salad came, they were diced super tiny and super spicy - and really difficult to remove. Also, a good part of my salad was avocado, and it was so unripe that it was crunchy! When I mentioned these concerns to the staff, the lady apologized about the jalapeños and said her niece works in the kitchen and had told her that she's been throwing away the soft avocados because that means they're not good anymore. Who has kitchen staff (especially family members) that don't even know what a ripe avocado looks and feels like?!? She did acknowledge and apologize that my salad was nothing like I had expected (or they had advertised), but did not offer any sort of a discount - although we also did not ask. As the only place with actual food in that area, we had high hopes, but sadly we will definitely NOT be back. The only reason I did not leave one star is because my husband ordered the beet salad. It was tiny, but tasted good.

We were in town for a soccer tournament and our team decided to eat here. Located down town so…read morethere is plenty of free parking. It's a cute charming diner that has a lot of options on their menu. We had wings, burgers, grilled chicken and more! Everything was reasonable priced and the portions were great. The staff were all nice welcoming. I would definitely come check this place out again.

Turkey burger was very pricey! No sides no drink 12.00 and…read moresome change. The staff is hard working. Attentive and welcoming! But I did not understand the large amount charged for a basic frozen out of the box turkey burger. Very disappointing. Would you consider adding a small drink and a small bag of chips to that 12.00 order. Or if you made it from scratch and bigger would be wonderful. I like raw onions. Not grilled. ​

We decided to try Rustic Roots again on our anniversary even though the experience wasn't so good…read morelast year. Well I have to say they surely made up for the shortcomings of our last visit. The food this trip was fantastic along with the service. We started with the scallop appetizer and the fried mushrooms. The scallops were seared to perfection. The sweet potato puree they were served on, oh yeah! The fried mushrooms were really good to. My wife ordered the Blackened Mahi Mahi and I ordered the Hot Honey Pork Chop. BOTH were outstanding dishes. The pork chop was tender and juicy and full of flavor. The fish was was like the scollops, cooked perfectly. Thank you for a great meal!

In a country setting, the dining room is like an upscale Cracker Barrel--and you can choose between…read morebooth, low and high tables. Server was very attentive. Appetizers were the highlight, crab cake and beet salad were both outstanding. The crab cake was crunchy, well seasoned, and had very little filler. Mahi was a little disappointing, the taste of the fish was OK, but not great and the risotto underneath too cheesy. The meatball with pasta dish was very good, that was an order again item for sure. The brown butter cake was good, the highlight was the vanilla ice cream on top of the cake. Worth driving to Bunn for.

Great Food! Phenomenal service!…read more Wonderful Atmosphere. My wife and I visited Doc B's at Fenton In Cary, NC. On a Tuesday night in May. We were greeted by two young women with smiles on their faces. :) We were seated promptly in a booth, these booths are spacious with great views. Reid was our waiter, he was phenomenal. Reid answered all our questions and he was very knowledge about the menu. Reid gave us plenty of time to look over the menu, when we were ready to order he appeared took our food orders. My wife ordered the Grilled Chicken Sandwich with Fries. I ordered the Crispy Chicken Sandwich with Sweet Potato Fries. The food was delicious!!! For dessert we got Key Lime Pie. This may be the best Key Lime Pie we've ever had, So GOOD! We will definitely be visiting Doc B's again in the near future. I HIGHLY Recommend Doc B's!!! Thanks again Reid.

Smash burger is solid and very much like "The Menu" if you've ever seen that show…read more Bread and butter pickles, sesame seed bun, they can toast it more and their fries aren't amazing but they're RANCH is homemade so make sure to order that. Steak sandwich is good but burger is better. Try burger first then decide on other things imo. Shirley temples too! Great service and seated quickly. Casual luxury American restaurant!

We love to find these types of places. It is a gas station, convenience store and lunch counter. We…read morewalked in through the convenience store to the lunch counter. We ordered the double cheese burger (comes with meat chili, onions, cheese and mustard) and one double hamburger with lettuce tomato onion. The double burgers were 1/2 pound. We also ordered some house made coleslaw. We sat at the one booth and we served very quickly. Our burgers were really good, the burger itself tasted good. The coleslaw was also a big win. We had 2 double burgers, coleslaws and 2 fountain drinks for 22$, great value and great taste. It is a true locals place run by a family. The family pictures on the wall and everyone coming in seems to know the staff. They have a drive through which also keeps them busy. It is not a fancy place but has a family lunch counter vibe. Well worth our detour off the interstate.

Our usual biscuit place was closed and we stumbled upon Papa Jacks. We drove in to the parking lot…read moreand didn't realize it was connected to a gas station. And they even have a drive thru for the restaurant. We walked in and it's a small little spot but the ladies in there are all hustling in the kitchen. They have a variety of items on the menu and at 11am it switches to lunch. We had just made it to get a bacon,egg and cheese biscuit. The biscuit had so much flavor and just that classic North Carolina biscuit taste. We also loved the hoop cheese that is from NC. We definitely will be back. It was adorable and delicious. Thanks to the girls for making our breakfast!

Some of the best homemade Southern country cooking you will eat. They offer a variety of meats,…read moreincluding steaks and other beef dishes, poultry, pork, and seafood, all cooked any way you like. You get your choice of two sides with your meal, plus homemade biscuits and hushpuppies. McLean's offers 19 side dishes, 20 if you include the one-trip salad bar. As a side salad, there may be an additional charge or you may choose it as your main meal. Be sure to save room for their delicious homemade desserts, including cakes and pies, and cheesecake with various toppings. Don't miss the hot fudge cake, topped with vanilla ice cream, hot fudge sauce, whipped cream and a cherry. This is generous enough for two to share! The cuisine ranges from country meals to burgers, Italian, and Mexican dishes. The servers are attentive and ensure you have everything you need, making your dining experience is an A-plus. The atmosphere at McLean's gives you a feeling of home, from the front porch to the inside seating and decor. Plus, they can accommodate large groups. They are open 7 days a week, from 7 AM - 8 PM; however, you will need to check on their breakfast, brunch, and their lunch specials cut-off times. McLean's also provides catering and bakery services for your special events.

Get there early! This place gets a crowd quickly. Stopped in with family from NC and this place…read morewas great. Lots of choices on the menu. The food was good yet average. More like "semi-homemade" I wasn't overly impressed by our meals. Our waitress was helpful but a bit off the mark in remembering to bring things we asked for. It's comfortable inside with lots of seating. Interested in giving it another go next time we're in town. The locals seem to love it, perhaps you will too.

One of our favorite casual date night spots! There is a wide variety of different dishes on the…read moremenu, but we loved the bruschetta boards. We tried 8 different ones, and all were excellent! The pesto and salami one was my favorite. The inside of the restaurant is pretty dimly lit, but we didn't mind and it helped create a cozy atmosphere. The outdoor patio looked nice and could be a good option for daytime. Our waitress was very attentive and let us know about the seasonal specials. They have a board and wine deal on weekday nights that we're looking to try next. Would definitely recommend for a fun night out in the Village District with friends or a date!

Another Arizona staple that made its way to North Carolina! My husband and I stopped in here for a…read morequick bite on a Friday night before a concert. I have been to Postino many times before, but this was my first time at the Raleigh location. While it's been 4 years since I've had Postino and the menu has changed a little, the bruschetta board is still a permanent fixture. We ordered a bruschetta board for an appetizer and I ordered the half panini & half salad for my entree. The bruschetta board is a must order because you can get 4 different kinds. The top tier choice is the salami pesto one. It's my absolute favorite. For my panini, I got the caprese one on ciabatta bread and the half of the mixed greens salad. The salad was delicious. This was a ton of food and felt very satisfying. I always love the vibe of Postino's, but this location was way too dark with only a small candle at the table. Service started off good and we were able to order our food without a problem. However, our server was done with his shift right after we ordered so we got a new server. Our new server had no idea we already ordered and was a little behind coming to our table for water refills. Despite that, we were in and out of the restaurant within 45 minutes. Postino is surrounded by other shops and restaurants, so they had a ton of parking available outside the restaurant. Highly recommend this place if you want good food!

Great brewery. Service was excellent and the place had a great ambiance. We will definitely make…read morethe trip from Wake Forest again soon!

Enjoyed a gorgeous Saturday afternoon on the heart of Wendell, NC with a couple friends and drinks…read more The location is doggy and family friendly. As a non-beer drinker, there are drink options for everyone. Sit inside or sit outside--you can't go wrong!

DELICIOUS! From the food to the service, this restaurant is top notch…read more We came here on a Friday night to celebrate our anniversary and my birthday and we were seated right away. We started the night with drinks (Orange Creme and Spiced old fashioned) which were both so tasty. The deviled eggs were some of the best I have ever had. For our entrees we both got Filet Mignon, which were cooked to a perfect medium rare, with the side of brussel sprouts which were caramelized perfectly! I could not recommend this restaurant more!! They are also attached to Oxford Oak Distillery, which bottles their own spirits and have been a bit hit in our house!

Relaxed atmosphere at the bar. Oysters and seared Tuna appetizer were very good. Nice Spanish Red…read morewine.

I was pleasantly surprised by finding this place! Not high expectations but they definitely crushed…read moreit! The service was great the food perfect. Fresh cut fries that were Crispy!! My favorite! I also tried the orangeade, it was great also. Well Done guys! We sat outside but inside had plenty of seating and was clean.

My burger was very fresh and delicious! Who doesn't love fresh cut fries? The waiter/counterperson…read morewas very nice and helpful. My food came out quickly. A casual atmosphere with a little nostalgia thrown in. Their ice cream is Dip-n-Dots, and they even sell bags of popcorn. In the area, Check Them Out!