My company ordered Tobacco Road's boxed meals for lunch and dinner last week while we were working…read morefor the day from Raleigh. For my boxes, I selected the Tobacco Road Club and the turkey sandwich. Neither sandwich arrived dressed (pesto mayo, honey mustard), nor did they put dressings on the side. To be clear, absolutely no one in my group received dressed sandwiches. Fortunately, we found some ranch in the office fridge to share, but even still, the club had no cheese so it was essentially just floppy, sad meats with white bread, and the turkey could not have been more bland if they tried. The side salads that came with them were mediocre at best, and the dressing was not great, either. Literally the only good thing I can say is that the chocolate chip cookies were tasty. I have to wonder if they even make those in house. I was not the one to place the order and I'm glad there was no money out of my pocket, but geesh, if they're going to offer boxed lunches, they could try to be a touch more inventive. Perhaps their other food or their ambiance is good, but I'll never know because you couldn't pay me to try them again after that sad food day.

Came for Sunday Football and was met with lovely service and an amazing game day atmosphere…read more As a browns fan, finding bars in the area that play the game audio can be difficult. At Tobacco Road, browns fans meet in the dedicated Game room, a wonderful atmosphere and set up for football. Menu is expansive, although the wide variety of dishes may cause some selections to not be prepared with as much thought to the dish. I personally had the Durham Bulls burger, which was amazing and met my standards (you can't go wrong with freshly ground meat in house)! The highlight of my experience was our tender by a long mile. He alone tended to the entire room and was a very personable and detail oriented server. I would I would definitely recommend requesting to be in Evan's section if possible -- or come by for a browns game so you can watch with fellow fans!

It took two years of living in Raleigh, but I finally experienced the PR. Well, once I finally…read morefound a parking spot up the street. I'm just thankful I did not have to parallel park! So I took one of the few seats left at the bar on a Tuesday night, and this really feels like the local neighborhood hang where people know each other. People of all kinds can feel welcome in there. They have drink specials every night, and I took advantage of several High Lifes. It was almost like I was living in the midwest again. I started with garlic parmesan wings. The menu said 6, but I got 8, all drums, which I had no problem with at all! Bleu cheese or ranch are added for free. One of the bigger wings had a little bit of pink though, that's not great. Then I had a Usinger's brat with peppers, onions on a toasted roll with a side of spicy mustard. Just 9 bucks. For my side, I got super thick onion rings with some horseradish sauce. Well worth the extra $2.75! The bartenders kept my water glass full. Even though the bar was quite packed, they seemed to do a very good job of keeping everything organized. It's a fun vibe for sure!

Great place to catch a game & have a solid meal! All of their apps are delicious, esp the fried…read morepickles & wings. I got their new smashburger and it's now one of my favorites in the area. Very cool dive bar feel in there, but great service and quality food.

We tried My Way Tavern for lunch on a spring-like Saturday. Being relatively close to NCSU and a…read moreblock over from Glenwood South, it definitely has a college sports bar vibe. There were lots of dogs present in the covered outdoor seating, including one sitting at the table with its humans. I tried the Freedom Dip, which was really just a French Dip served with French Onion Soup instead of au jus. It came with a very generous serving of roast beef and was served warm with melted cheese. The sandwich was good, although I think the French Onion Soup really didn't go very well; serving it with au jus would have been a better fit. My dining companion tried the The Bogart, basically a marinated chicken breast sandwich. Like my sandwich, the serving size was very generous. She rated it as good but not exceptional. Both of us thought the house-made potato chips were good, but felt that some of the chips weren't thoroughly cooked. Our server was having a bad day and complained about the workload. She explained that if they had enough people working, she would have done a better job taking care of us. For what it is, My Way Tavern is good. If the service had been a bit better, it would have earned a 4-star review.

I went for lunch with a friend on a very cold Tuesday in January. I looked through the flip card…read moretable tent and noticed that the January special is Shrimp and Grits. It sounded hearty and perfect for a cold January day, so I ordered it. The Shrimp and Grits dish consists of shrimp and andouille sausage in a low country gravy over creamy grits. The dish was perfectly spiced--not too hot, just the right balance of heat and flavor. The shrimp were tender, and the smoky andouille sausage added just the right kick. Coupled with the Lowcountry gravy, the shrimp, andouille, and creamy grits came together beautifully, making this a deeply satisfying dish, full of Southern soul. I paired this with a cranberry and club--perfectly made, with the tart juice blending seamlessly with the soda. My friend had the Carolina Dog, at my recommendation (I've had this all-beef Old North State masterpiece here before) and thought it was delicious. My receipt said that Party was my server--maybe Patty, maybe Party--but all I know is that she was great. She was nice, friendly, a great conversationalist, attentive, and a pleasure. It was very cold outside, but our booth was very warm and comfortable. Every time I come, I notice something new--today it was the Chelsea banner on the ceiling. This is a great bar and grill with a warm, fitting atmosphere. Another very fine experience and yet another reason to return.

The food here never disappoints and the portions are huge, great atmosphere great friendsread more

Stopped here because I called ahead and asked if they had Red Oak on tap…read more Lucky me. It turned out to be a Steelers bar. The owner was very friendly. The ribeye burger was excellent. Fried mushrooms and loaded potato skins were done to perfection. The place was clean and lots of TV screens all around. I will definitely come back!!

Super fun spot with a piano (bonus points)! Came here last month after a concert at the…read moreamphitheater. Got my standard glass of bubbles and enjoyed the atmosphere, karaoke, and tinkering on the piano. This is next to the now closed Runologie. It's a lot bigger inside with an entire second room in the back, and the front room has some couches and a lot Of fun eclectic decor. Bartenders were very fun and friendly. I'd definitely return!

We had a BLAST celebrating St. Patrick's weekend at Tap Yard! I really loved the layout, the…read moredifferent bars, the options to experience different atmospheres, and the drink specials. The 7 piece Irish band was great! We sang! We danced! The staff members were all super nice. I see they have live bands all the time, they host trivia nights and karaoke nights, and they always have something going on. We will definitely be back!!

We had a great experience at Yard House! The food was really good, everything was clean, and our…read moreserver James was awesome. He was super attentive, friendly, and just had a great personality. I mentioned it was my birthday and he took care of my complimentary dessert, which was exactly what I was hoping for. I also want to give a shoutout to his manager. He was just as kind, professional, and personable, with a great sense of humor. You can definitely tell that both of them are in the right line of business. They genuinely seem to enjoy what they do and it shows. My husband even made sure to speak with the manager before we left to let him know how great James was. We really enjoyed ourselves and will definitely be back! Just a little note about the photos: We came in around happy hour, so we enjoyed some drinks and appetizers at the restaurant, along with my birthday dessert. We also ordered entrees, but by that point we were already full, so we decided to take them home. The photos include what we enjoyed at the restaurant and the entrees we ordered to go.

Stopped by Yard House for after dinner drinks and an appetizer. When you arrive you can either park…read moreoutside or in a nearby garage. After parking you'll walk inside the restaurant, check in with the host and be seated. The vibe inside the restaurant after entering is upscale, classic rock music playing, and high energy/loud. For drinks I ordered a bull city cider which was excellent along with a plate of chicken nachos. The chicken nachos are definitely big enough to share. Would definitely recommend yard house if you are looking for a place with good bar food/beer and has tvs.

I have been feeling very homesick. I could not seem to find ANY ONE to watch the world cup with…read moreus....i wish i was back in Miami. So my husband found this place. The minute i entered i felt like i found my tribe!! No joke, this is where the latinos are gathered! Great music, great venue. They have a DELICIOUS taco truck outside. It felt like home :)

The newest sports bar for the Oak City, Ole Sports Bar and Lounge has some ambitious plans for the…read morefuture. In this rapidly growing neighborhood in S. Raleigh, they've transformed a cavernous garage into a casual bar offering 85" widescreens showing the latest games whether it's football or futbol! Beers on tap, cocktails, food truck outside, the whole scene is pretty casual. But in back there's another larger space where they plan on bringing live music and other activities. Curious to see where this place goes, they just opened this weekend so be patient.

Tucked into Raleigh's cobblestoned memory lane, this bar feels like the kind of place you stumble…read moreupon after wandering past brick streets, vintage shop windows, and the faint echo of history. Inside, it's a whole different story. It's the Platonic ideal of a sports bar: walls plastered with TVs all screaming different games, tables that seem to have been ordered straight from the 'Standard Pub Starter Kit,' and a menu where the wings and fries are always reliable but the cocktail list is more suggestion than promise. Still, what they lack in vermouth or fresh herbs, they are fortunate the bartenders make up for in charm, speed, and the kind of easy banter that keeps you ordering another round. Come for the wall-to-wall TVs and wings that don't miss, stay because the bartenders somehow make you forget they're out of half the cocktail ingredients. It's the kind of sports bar where the atmosphere scores even when your team doesn't. Cheers!

Woody's on Sunday when the Eagles are on is one of my favorite places to be!…read more When we moved to Raleigh a couple of years ago we were looking for a place to watch the birds and this was the first place that popped up in our search. Full disclosure, that's the only time I've ever been here, so this review will be about that experience only. You will want to get here at least 30 mins before kickoff to get a table. Also in my experience the 1PM games are much easier to find a spot for than anything else. We've definitely walked in, walked around, and walked right back out on game day before since if you don't have a table, there is not a lot of room to stand. The service is great! The servers are very attentive! The food is also fantastic! Their Philly cheese nachos are my favorites and my husband loves their wings (buffalo hot especially). They also have a pretty eclectic and long list of shooters if you are into that. It's wonderful to hear our fight song and there is always one guy who walks around giving high-fives to people in Eagles gear. I love it! This is a great spot. Go birds.

I've visited Lynnwood twice and it's a great option for great beer and good food in the heart of…read moreRaleigh. The atmosphere is chill, there's plenty of seating, and the service has always been super friendly! I also enjoy their pub-style menu, with faves like burgers and a divine chicken sandwich I enjoyed on my most recent trip. Bonus points that they're open late a night (which isn't always common with breweries)!

Decent food, nice atmosphere, good service. Free 3 hour parking when you scan the QR code inside…read more I've only been here twice but I had a good impression. This is a nice spot to get together with friends or any group. In fact, both times that I've been here was with a group. The dry rub wings were pretty good, huge portion. Pretty light on the ranch so I'd ask for double the ranch if I ordered it again. Coleslaw was good! Trivia night on Wednesdays is fun if you're into that kinda thing! If you're not, avoid Wednesday nights haha or sit at the bar.

Stopped by Whiskey Kitchen for drinks after eating nearby. When you arrive parking can be a little…read moredifficult in this area as you'll either need to parallel park or find parking in a nearby lot. Walking in to Whiskey Kitchen it feels easy going, stylish, and lively. The bartender was super knowledgeable about the different drinks and made the experience even more memorable, For drinks I ordered the Old Fashioned (Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon, Sugar, Bitters, Orange), Twist of Fate (Old Forester Bourbon, Campari, Averna Amaro, Jamaican Rum, Bitters), and the Blush & Brimstone (Cook's Mill Bourbon, Pink Peppercorn Grapefruit Syrup, Lemon-Ginger Juice, Rosemary Peppercorn Bitters). By far the Blush & Brimstone was my favorite as it had the right level of spice and it was just a good drink. Definitely check out Whiskey Kitchen if you are in the Downtown Raleigh area. Btw, if you go here for dinner I hear that the Lamb Burger is excellent.

We have been to Whiskey Kitchen before and normally have a good experience, but today was…read moredisappointing. We ordered the Lamb Burger and the WK Burger with bacon. The Lamb Burger was incredible the last time we had it, but today it came out closer to medium-well and was overcooked and very dry. The WK Burger was much better. It was juicy, flavorful, and the bacon was a good addition. The collard greens were also delightful, with just the right amount of spicy kick. Unfortunately, the entire experience was overshadowed by the flies. There had to be at least 20 houseflies constantly buzzing around and pestering us throughout the meal. It was difficult to relax and enjoy the food. Whiskey Kitchen is normally a solid experience, but the excessive number of flies completely killed the mood today. Three stars because parts of the meal were good, but the dining environment needs to be addressed.