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    Winston's Grille

    4.0 (515 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:30 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids

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    Meatball  pasta
    Allan A.

    This is the fifth time here and the first time I ordered something that was tasty. The meatball pasta was excellent. The tomatoes in the sauce were tasty, the mozzarella balls a welcome addition. Did not feel rushed. Got seated at 5 and left at 7. Service was extra slow. May be because of all the prom dates at large tables.

    Caesar Salad
    Lindsey L.

    Ordered the special of the night, which was a lemon shrimp, chicken and pasta dish. Unfortunately, I didn't get a photo of this but it was very disappointing. Pasta was EXTREMELY overcooked to a point where it was mushy, and the sauce was sickeningly sweet, not lemony or savory at all, tasted like it had straight sugar in it. I also ordered the Caesar salad with blackened chicken, which was nothing to write home about. The service was also absolutely awful - the woman serving us was slow, there were multiple occasions in which my water was empty for 5-10 minutes at a time. She also left all of our dirty dishes on a tray within 3 feet of the table we were eating at through dessert and when the check was being prepared. The smell of all the food and the mess next to the table while we are dessert was off putting for sure. Overall, considering this is regarded as a "Raleigh Classic" it was extremely disappointing, and unfortunately this is the third or fourth time I have had this negative experience at this restaurant. I do not recommend here, as there are significantly better places in Raleigh to get a good meal.

    Filet mignon, baked potato and broccoli
    Rebecca M.

    Winston's Grille is still the place to go if you want amazing food and excellent service. The locally owned restaurant has been in business for almost 40 years, so they must be doing something right. The restaurant is located in Sutton Square in North Raleigh and has a good-sized parking lot. If you can't find a spot, there are plenty in the shopping center. There are even dedicated parking spots for to-go orders. On my most recent visit, we were seated in the private room with the round table. It is my favorite spot in the restaurant but there are no bad rooms or tables here as the restaurant was designed to keep each dining area small with it broken up into rooms and areas. The menu is large and has a variety of items depending on what you are looking for you can get salads; sandwiches: steaks; burgers; chicken; ribs; pastas. They even have some gluten-free items. I typically go with the chicken salad with fruit or the filet mignon as they do these dishes better than anywhere else. The Sunday brunch was a favorite but the restaurant is now closed on Sundays. I am still hopeful they will open that again as I miss the blueberry muffins.

    Veiw from upper seating area.,
    David B.

    We made a Open Table reservation for 4 pm on a Friday to give us enough time to eat and enjoy before going to a 6:30 event at The Historic Wakefield Barn. Very well received by the hostess. We were seated in a raised table section. Very nice atmosphere. Our waitress was very friendly, polite and attentive. I had the pork chop. It might be the best one I've ever had. The BBQ glaze was outstanding. It came with mashed potatoes and green beans, very nice compliments. Also had a side house salad with raspberry vinaigrette dressing--delicious! My daughter had the Filet Mignon with mashed potatoes and broccoli. She had nothing but praise. Great restaurant!

    3 meatball pasta - absolutely delicious.

    Truly the place to go for the best food (always delicious and never skimpy portions). The service is top tier and second to none. Always welcoming and warm. A wonder place to go to relax at the bar, have a company event or a special night out. Top ten and two thumbs all the way.

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    We had a Christmas dinner there last night. Areli was our server and was amazing!!!!!! So much fun and so accommodating.

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    Friendly service and great food. Good variety. Nice Brunch...arrive early! Good for all ages.

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