A Tier. A "sleeper" fine dining pick in the heart of the triangle. Peddler was a very surprising experience. The atmosphere was excellent, the dining room was pleasant and quiet. The bar is located in a room attached to the dining room with fantastic ambiance and service. Peddler has a fully stacked salad bar that is one of the many highlights of this restaurant. This was a great appetizer to my steak that I requested be cut in front of me which they happily catered to. The steak and food was excellent. The ONLY two things that count against Peddler is the lack of reservations, its first come first serve and there's always a line at opening. I'm not fond of waiting in a condensed line for a fine dining experience. The dining room was also very tightly packed. I would recommend peddler to anyone looking for an affordable fine dining experience. read more

I decided to try a new place for steak for my birthday dinner. They don't take reservations, but our party of 4 didn't have to wait very long before being seated on a Wednesday night. The restaurant is very dark. My eyes had to adjust. They also did not give us drink menus when we sat down, so I'm unsure what they offer. I ordered the petite filet mignon with onion rings. It comes with the salad bar, which is pretty extensive. However, I think I would prefer a salad already made and brought to me. Then I don't have to worry about mixing everything together on a small plate. I ordered my steak rare and it was very rare. I have never seen a steak so dark before. It was good but could use some more flavor. The onion rings were very tasty. The bread was brought out with entrees and was just ok. All in all, I probably won't return due to the lackluster atmosphere and aspects of the meal that didn't stand out. read more

The Peddler Steak House - Petite filet mignon and onion rings - Steakhouses Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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Peddler Steakhouse is an older establishment and it feels that way the moment you walk in. The dining room leans traditional and the crowd skews older. The bar area is extremely dark. To the point where I could barely see the floor in front of me and reading the menu was borderline impossible. Lighting is a basic hospitality feature and they need to improve that immediately. On the food side, I was impressed. The prime rib was cooked beautifully and the rib eye was cooked to perfection. Both meats were flavorful and tender. The salad bar was enjoyable and felt like a strong part of the experience. I did not appreciate that bread was served with the meal rather than with the salad. At that point my focus was on the prime rib and baked potato so the bread became an afterthought. Service was average at best. My waitress was not attentive. I had to ask for my club soda three times. It was not enough to ruin the meal, but it is a detail that should not happen in a steakhouse setting where the foundation is simple hospitality and consistency. In terms of value, I believe the price matched the quality. There is no overpromise happening here. It is not Angus Barn and you are not paying Angus Barn prices. Overall it is a decent spot. I am glad I went, I enjoyed the meat, and I have no real complaints beyond lighting and service. Will I return? Probably not, simply because there are better options in the market and I prefer a more modern steakhouse experience. read more

The Peddler Steak House - Prime Rib of Beef Au Jus - Steakhouses Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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Good service but long wait of over an hour. No reservations unless large parties. Had the porterhouse & filet & asparagus. Sweet potato left something to be desired read more

I'd been wanting to try the Peddler for a good year. And since my mom loves a charcoal cooked steak, it looked like the place to go. I mean how many places cook steaks over charcoal anymore? It's a step back in time. The restaurant is definitely not bright or large. And since they don't take reservations for 7 people or less, you'd better show up early. The salad bar was really good, I like any salad bar with pickle spears AND pickle chips. The Peddler came by with a huge NY strip and ribeye, which he carves tableside. I asked how large a steak he could make and he said he's done 50+ ounce steaks before. I went for an 18 ounce strip. I mean at $2.50 for each extra ounce over 10, the price adds up quickly. Nevertheless, the steak was one of the best I've had in a long time. I did add a little butter, because with that thick steak it can be a bit dry. But it was cooked to a perfect medium, I could taste that charred flavor. Just fantastic. The baked potato could've been better, but it needed salt and pepper on the outside. It just didn't have flavor until I added S&P, butter, cheese, bacon, and chives. Asparagus tasted fine too, but again, it need more salt and pepper. The grilled bread was great also. And props for engaging servers. Our server, who was really funny and sweet, wanted me to come back and keep getting a bigger steak, and I was asking her, what do I get if I finish it? Sorry, but I'll need more than pride. But I'll definitely be back. read more

The Peddler Steak House - 18 ounce strip, half a baked potato, asparagus - Steakhouses Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Complete disaster +2 hr wait for an undercooked steak and screaming babies! NEVER AGAIN. WASTE OF A WHOLE EVENING read more

Amazing filets with great sides. Excellent service time and time again. The Peddler never disappoints. Very welcoming for any occasion.

We have been going there for 15 years. We went a few weeks ago, I was having surgery in a few days and wanted to have a nice dinner. It was a Thursday night and we wated 1 hour and 45 minutes for a table. The waitress took our orders, I ordered a steak medium rare, my husband had the prime rib. When I received mine, it was almost well done. I showed the waitress and her attitude was less then welcoming. Instead of taking care of it, she asked if i want anything else and walked away. I waited for my hubby to finish his meal since they took mine away, and we left. This is the 3rd time this has happened, I don't know if it is the young cooks that are always talking to the waitresses or the management does not care. I have ended my relationship with The Peddler Steakhouse and waiting for over an hour each time to find a new well deserved place that really listens to their customers which is Epic Steakhouse. read more

Loved the vibe of this old school steak house in the middle of Raleigh-Durham. Dimly lit interior with heavy leather chairs. An old school salad bar can be found which was rather good. The peddler comes to your table with different cuts of meat for you to choose from. The steak was cooked perfectly and seasoned well. Pretty standard selection of sides but leave room for the bourbon bread pudding. Absolutely delectable. read more

The Peddler Steak House - Steakhouses Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

5-2-25. Went with a large group after a family member graduated from a local university. Everyone ordered a steak. I chose the ribeye which a "peddler" came over to the table and cut my personal hunk of meat to my specifications. If you decide on either the ribeye or the N.Y. Strip, you can have the "peddler" show up to your table as well. I thought the experience was a pretty cool. At steakhouses I've been to in the past, I don't usually get to customize my steak in that way. All entrees come with a salad bar and side. I picked a baked sweet potato which was delicious. The steak was cooked to a nice "medium" and it was also very good. It had the vibe of steakhouses from yesteryear. The salad bar was definitely a nice touch. I did however miss. The side options of creamed spinach, hash browns, etc. The only potato choices were fries, mashed or baked. The wait staff was very friendly and accommodating. The entire restaurant was dimly lit........not so much creating a "romantic" vibe, but almost to the point where you had to use the flashlight on your phone to view the menu and eat. Was it the absolute best steak joint I've ever been to......no. But it certainly was a really good meal and the prices were more than fair. If I'm ever in the area again, I certainly wouldn't mind returning. read more

The Peddler Steak House - 5-2-25 10 oz. Ribeye with baked sweet potato and a slice of toast & butter. - Steakhouses Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

I observed the store manager, who has a brown bob, exhibiting disrespectful & handsy behavior towards a waitress who was obviously distressed. Her actions were inappropriate & concerning. Do not waste your money at this establishment. The food is unflavored & mediocre. read more

From service, to ambiance, to the quality of the food they nailed it! Food tasted fantastic, loved the salad bar, and the team went out of their way to explain all my options and about the history of the restaurant since it was my first time there! read more

My mother expressed that she wanted a juicy steak for her 77th birthday, so I read the reviews for the steak houses in the area and was impressed by those for The Peddler Steak House. I made reservations at The Peddler Steakhouse for 15 people (14 family members and me) to celebrate my mother's birthday. I received great customer service on the phone call. I was even more excited when I asked if I could bring in a cake and was told that I could. Everything was set for our special celebration. We were greeted with professionalism and pleasantries upon arrival at the restaurant. We really loved the ambience. The entire restaurant was fairly dim with somewhat of a nostalgic decor. We were escorted to an area in the back with other large groups. This was an ideal setting for us. It created an atmosphere that was comfortable and made us feel at home. We were seated quickly and our hostess, Haley, took our initial drink orders while we waited on everyone to arrive. Haley was very personable and took care of all of our needs with a smile. The children adored her as she made sure to acknowledge their presence there as well. The salad bar was a hit. There were a variety of options available, and everything was fresh and crisp as applicable. The grilled bread was also really good. One suggestion for Haley is that the next time she is serving a table with 15 people that she puts a separate basket of bread on both ends of the table so that people aren't having to move the bread along from one end of the table to the next to ensure everyone can get one. We ordered a variety of dishes. We had ribeye, prime rib , and porterhouse steaks. We also had the salmon dish, tuna dish, and various appetizers and sides. Everyone that had the steak dishes truly enjoyed it. The crab dip and chips were also good; a couple people felt it could've used some more herbal seasoning but otherwise everyone enjoyed it. The salmon was seasoned perfectly, and cooked just right. Having brought in our own cake created an awesome experience for us to sing happy birthday to my mother and have an enjoyable and celebratory gathering. Being able to do this truly made our day and most importantly made my mom very happy. This was our very first time at this restaurant. Everyone had an enjoyable time during our visit. We will be back. read more

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Best steak I've ever had. Amazing service. Would definitely come back here again. The salad bar, bread and butter, and ribeye steak were absolutely delicious! read more

The best part of our meal was the server; she was friendly and attentive. The wait was 25 minutes for a table on a Saturday night. The steaks, however, were thin, grisly and overcooked for our party of four (2 had NY strip, 2 had Prime rib). I've had better cuts of meat from the grocery store. I did observe the Peddler bringing the rib-eye slab to be custom cut. The young man did not wear gloves while he ran his hands all over the two slabs, handled a clip board & pen then cut the meat. I do not recommend and will not return- there are much better steak options in Raleigh. read more

Isn't fine dining supposed to make a nice presentation? My steak -cut from the cart had so much fat-it shrunk up to half the size- ordered cooked rare. My plate had the steak and a dry baked potato on it!- no butter sour cream or chives etc. My guest had the Ahi Tuna with asparagus-count 'em 5 stalks of asparagus-nothing else on the plate. We helped ourselves to generic iceberg lettuce salad. Possibly if they use 8" dinner plates it might look like you are getting more for your hundred dollars+ tip. Again, I say, Isn't fine dining supposed to make a nice presentation? read more

If you want a great steak in an old-fashioned steakhouse vibe, this is the place. I felt like I stepped back in time with the paneled walls, the simply lit dining room & the fresh salad bar. Cocktails were standard old style steakhouse drinks. Steaks were done to perfection, flavorful and tender. The grilled bread served with the pimento cheese appetizer was the perfect accompaniment and was deliciously addictive. Service was quick attentive and no- nonsense. I honestly had a better experience & a better steak here than at the much hyped steakhouse in town. read more

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Our go-to steakhouse in Raleigh. The steaks are excellent, the service impeccable and the salad bar is amazingly good! I'm a fan of their filets, having had virtually every other cut on the menu, they're one of the few upper-end steakhouses that does filet mignon right. Perfectly grilled and seasoned, every bite is perfect. The restaurant is of the old school dark steakhouse which gives it an intimate atmosphere, which I like. Not cheap, but as a special night out dinner it's wonderful. They don't take reservations, and arriving between 5 and 7 pm usually means a wait for seating. But it's worth the wait. read more

This was a nice experience dining at The Peddler. I came here for my birthday, and I will tell you, that it is not easy to get into. They wait can be a while, like 90+ minutes at times. They don't take reservations, or have a waitlist. But if you have a large party, around 10 or more people, then they are more willing to accommodate you in advance. The food was really good, and worth enjoying on multiple occasions. I really liked the server, and made good food recommendations. #515 read more

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The Peddler Steak House is located in the Oak Park Shopping Center off Glenwood Ave. It is tucked away to the left side of the shopping plaza so you might not know that it is there. It felt like the restaurant was there before the rest of the shopping center. The shopping center has plenty of parking. Reservations are taken for groups of 8 or more so if your group is smaller you might have to wait for a table. We were a group of 11 and none of us had been to the Peddler Steak House before. The restaurant is on the dark side so the dining experience would have been better with more lighting so you don't need your phone flashlight to read the menu. The tables are closer together than I would have liked too. When you walk in there is a small dining room with the kitchen to your right and the bar to your left. Then there are smaller rooms and that is where my group was seated. Service was good here but slow so give yourself plenty of time here. I went with the Filet Mignon and sweet potato. The salad bar is also included with the meal. I don't like salad bars so would have preferred a side salad. The Filet Mignon was outstanding and one of the best I've had. The sweet potato was also good and came with a cup of cinnamon. I'd eat here again as the filet was delicious. read more

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The service was good. Food was really well made and the servers were happy to tailor the dishes to our wants. The pimento cheese appetizer complimented the filet mignon entrè. We had crème brûlée for dessert, it was good and sweet. The atmosphere and vibe was very romantic. read more

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We first ate at the peddler steakhouse in Gatlinburg, Tennessee so we were excited when we found out there was one near my hometown. Quiet and nicely decorated restaurant. A bit dark for my taste, but it works. Waitress staff was friendly and accommodating. Quick to offer suggestions and opinions on the menu when prompted. Steaks were cooked to perfection. It's rare to get a steak and not need any sauce, but in this case no A1 sauce was needed. Baked sweet potato was excellent. You come in here you got a Spring for dessert. Let me be the first to recommend the bourbon bread pudding. For days it had me wanting another piece. read more

The Peddler Steak House - Bourbon bread, pudding. Hands down one of the best desserts I've had in a long time. - Steakhouses Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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Had dinner there on 8/16/25 We had not been there in about 4 years.... ordered one filet mignon and one rib eye steak... when the steaks arrived at our table I did not think it was what we ordered....I have never seen a filet Mignon that looked like that..it looked like a flat piece of leather on a plate....the rib eye was dry and had no taste...a rib eye is usually flavorful.....we were very disappointed and will not return...we sure expected better read more

I ordered the steak and shrimp combo, and it was a great balance of surf and turf. The steak was cooked perfectly medium rare and paired well with the grilled shrimp. The lemon garlic butter sauce added a bright and fresh touch. It is a great option if you want something a little different. read more

The Peddler Steak House - Steakhouses Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Their dr aged steak has an incredible depth of flavor that you do not get from regular cuts. The aging process gives it a rich and slightly nutty taste. The roasted Brussels sprouts on the side were crispy and delicious. This is a steak I would definitely order again. read more

The Peddler Steak House - Steakhouses Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

I've lived in Raleigh almost 40 years. I have no idea why I haven't tried The Peddler until now. They do not take reservations for small parties. So we arrived 30 min before opening and were the 3rd table in line. By the time they opened there were easily 15ish tables to be sat, which happened quickly. Salad bar is included in every meal, and it's nice. Lots of options. Steaks were well seasoned, juicy, and tender. Friendly staff and they keep the place moving at a good pace, but you don't feel rushed. Only downside is it's a little too dark inside, but that's a nit pick. read more

I'd give the table server and bar 5 stars - because they did their job. Other than that - save yourself some time and drive up the road the Angus Barn or Flemings in the opposite direction or to any other steakhouse within a ten minute drive. Walked in - they said thirty minutes for a table - it was an hour and 10 minutes. Another 25 minutes after I ordered to get a filet that was supposed to be medium rare - cooked rare; for all the fanfare - this place peeked in 1991. Basically without the servers - this is a fancy Golden Corral. read more

Love this place! Great food. Great service . Salad bar rocks. Nd steaks are great!!!

I heard about this Raleigh steakhouse awhile ago but we never visited. A friend suggested we go last week to check it out and after reading the reviews, we decided to try it out. It's a charming old school restaurant that is nestled in a shopping center off Glenwood Avenue. The exterior looks like the frame of a house which adds to the charm. I'm not sure though if they built the shopping center around the house or, it was modeled that way when it was opened. Inside it's dark and charming with the wood paneling on the walls. There is a really nice bar area separate from the dining room which is small but not cramped. The kitchen is off the dining room and it's open. Again, the ambiance adds to to feeling that you stepped back in time a bit to the 1970s when most of the restaurants were like this. The food here is really good. I like the old school salad bar. Again, it brings you back a bit. Self serve salad bars were standard fare in many restaurants decades ago. I know with Covid and peoples changing dining tastes, they have become a bit obsolete. But it's presented here nicely. The offerings were fresh and the other diners were not leaving big messes after they went. The steak peddler came around with the steak offerings for the night. My wife and I both got Rib Eyes. The peddler cuts the steak in front of you at the table. Nice touch. The other couple ordered a strip and a chicken dish. Unlike some other steak houses you get a side of your own and not ones for the table. I got a baked potato and my wife went with the asparagus. The steaks were cooked perfectly. They were seasoned with simple salt and pepper. We enjoyed them very much. We did get the sampler appetizer which consisted of fried mushrooms, mozzarella sticks and onion rings. Again, simple. We had a great meal and great time at this place. It's not fancy but the service and food were top notch. We will definitely be back! read more

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The best prime rib and steak meals! The chefs are sheer perfection with top quality meat. Our first visit w friends that raved about you! Sarah, you were an awesome kind patient server! A+ for Sarah and Peddler's!!!! read more

The experience was fantastic Went their when my wife and I were dating Now 38 years of marriage to that same woman We celebrated our anniversary there It was just as good then as it was now Everything was perfect read more

There was a short wait for table and we were told we could wait in the bar if we wanted a beverage. The bar occupies a small corner of the restaurant with nostalgic but annoying salon doors that make it difficult to carry your unfinished drink to the dining room. We ordered two Manhattans and instantly knew it was not going to be an upscale experience. ATTENTION BARTENDERS: maraschino cherries have NO place in a cocktail, they are barely acceptable on top of an ice cream sundae. Everyone do yourselves a favor, if you want an inexpensive elevated tasting experience for your clients that drink cocktails with a cherry in it, get some frozen black cherries (Costco has an excellent option) and soak them in some amaretto liquor. The place is dark and gives the impression of being intimate. All entrees come with a side, bread, and salad bar. The salad bar is well stocked with fresh veggies. We each ordered steak which was cooked to the right temperature. Our meals tasted good but not at the level of a high end steak restaurant. Staff were courteous and efficient. read more

Great little steakhouse in Raleigh! Recently came here for a date night with my husband after searching Yelp for a new restaurant to try. This place is small and dimly lit place that adds to the atmosphere. Be prepared to wait as they do not take reservations and the wait was over an hour. Service was great. Our server was attentive, funny and offered recommendations when asked. We started with shrimp cocktail that was pretty good, and the mozzarella cheese sticks. The cocktail sauce has a bit of a bite to it so be prepared for that. We ordered two ribeyes with baked potatoes and the salad bar. The salad bar was surprisingly good with numerous options. The ribeyes were cooked appropriately to medium and the quality of meat seemed good. The only complaint we had is that both steaks were lukewarm at best. Not sure if they just weren't brought out promptly or what. Had they been hot, we feel it would have made the meal perfect. Altogether, not a bad spot and we will likely try it again in hopes of trying the ribeye hot! read more

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The steaks and salad bar are excellent, the baked potato was cold, the waitress got upset that my fiancée asked for ice for his warm Pepsi, also the bread is a joke! One last thing if you go make sure you get there at 4:30 no later or you will wait over an hour! Also the place is freezing and I mean freezing cold, I had to wear a coat in order to eat my dinner, I do not think they have heat! My fiancé said it was 65 degrees in there! Too cold to be enjoyable! They were also short wait staff so everything took along time! Also you have to unwrap butter to put on your potato! read more

Food is good. I wouldn't call a place with a stand up salad bar fine dining. It was fine for a country style steakhouse. If you're bougie like me, I'd pass but if you like a good classic place, with an Angus Barn vibe but better food go here. read more

Went as a party of 1. Great service, well marbled ribeye for 36, 2 belvedere for 23. These, a sprite, some nice steamed veg, AND a vintage salad bar for not much cash? Sold and coming back for more. read more

The steak was very good, as was the service. The place has been around for a long time, and to me it seemed dated which took away from the whole experience. Hence the 4 stars read more

Thursday June 26: We were in the early group first ones in the back room. We have been coming here for fifty years. This eating and service experience was the worst we have ever experienced. The steaks were very thin and tough I asked for med and got well done. we had guests with us so we didn't said anything. Outside we all discovered they felt the same way. We spend 200.00 and what we carried home we throw away. Joe read more

I came to the Peddler Steak House on a Friday evening to join a large group and the place was pretty much packed, so they are doing good business. The vibe is definitely "old school" as other reviews have mentioned. Dim lighting, no windows, tables close together. It's the kind of joint your grandparents went to 50 years ago and still go to today. The menu is simple, and I knew they were known for their prime rib cooked medium-rare with a sweet potato. The meat was cooked to perfection, well seasoned, and flat-out delicious! I ate every bite. I ordered some horseradish sauce on the side but I really didn't need it since the meat was so flavorful. The sweet potato was good too and came with cinnamon sugar and butter. I didn't order dessert, but the desserts I saw looked really good. This was a splurge meal for me since it is a bit more pricey than what I normally like to pay, but the service was very good, the food was great and you do get meat, a side, bread, and a salad bar so overall I think the price equaled what the experience was. The Peddler has apparently been around forever and there is a reason for that. Old School steak house that keeps it simple. This place deserves some love Raleigh! read more

The Peddler Steak House - Perfectly cooked Prime Rib swimming in a puddle of glistening Au Jus. - Steakhouses Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

This was my first time eating at The Peddler. A coworker suggested it for a team dinner. I only eat steaks once in a while so I was pretty excited about it. The cool thing about this restaurant is if you order a new york strip or ribeye, "the peddler" bring out a huge piece of meat and cuts it at the table for you and shows it to you. If you don't like it, you can ask for a different piece. They have a salad bar with lots of toppings and house made dressings. The ribeye was delicious, perfectly seasoned and cooked to the correct temperature/doneness of medium. The baked potato was plain but they had butter and sour cream at the table. You could also get more toppings from the salad bar to make it a loaded baked potato. The restaurant is located in a shopping center so parking is easy. I would come here again and try the filet mignon next time! read more

The Peddler Steak House - Ribeye and baked potato - Steakhouses Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina