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1. Aaktun Clayton
4.5
Awesome(114)
$$$$
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Clayton
Booked 26 times today
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2. RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Raleigh
4.6
Exceptional(925)
$$$$
• American • Raleigh
Booked 149 times today
The RH Rooftop Restaurant is located on the third floor of RH Raleigh, The Gallery at North Hills. Enjoy a menu of enduring classics and signature dishes, along with a curated selection of Champagnes and wines. Dine in a year-round skylit garden escape with heritage olive trees, sparkling chandeliers and a cascading, cast-stone center fountain.
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3. Sullivan's Steakhouse - Raleigh
4.3
Awesome(5338)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Raleigh
Booked 60 times today
Where the historic Pine State Creamery once stood, you’ll find our Raleigh location, nestled amidst the youthful Glenwood South neighborhood. Packed with the best Raleigh has to offer in shopping, art galleries, and nightlife, this hip thoroughfare is a vein through the heart of downtown. Enjoy Sullivan’s Raleigh’s unique take on upscale steakhouse fare across our expansive menu. Seafood starters abound, from tempura lobster tails to charbroiled oysters. Enjoy a classic iceberg wedge or Caesar salad before moving on to the main event: our cut-above steaks. Served with your choice of sauces, sides, and signature butters, there’s a filet or strip to suit every taste. A night at Sullivan’s Raleigh is about more than just the food—it’s our lively atmosphere that sets us apart. At the intersection of luxury and comfort, Sullivan’s is a bar-centric neighborhood hub. Familiar servers greet you, prepared to recommend dishes and drinks that align with your taste.
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4. STIR - Raleigh
4.4
Awesome(2600)
$$$$
• American • Raleigh
Booked 83 times today
STIR is the perfect restaurant to enjoy a night out, host clients, or sip a craft cocktail over a dozen oysters. Located in North Hills, the restaurant is an open-air concept with a large, heated outdoor patio. We are open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.Our cold bar and kitchen offers fresh oysters from North Carolina and beyond and classic entrees and specials, all prepared from scratch.STIR is famous for craft cocktails. We freeze and carve 300-pound blocks of artisanal ice in-house, age certain cocktails in oak barrels for richer flavors, and place others on draft for crispness and carbonation. The result is a categorically elevated cocktail. Our passion for fine spirits also compels us to find and share rare bottles, many of which are extremely difficult to procure.We welcome Raleigh to enjoy our unmatched cocktails, fresh seafood from the cold bar, and classic dishes in an atmosphere of genuine hospitality.
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5. Irregardless
4.7
Exceptional(6115)
$$$$
• Farm-to-table • Raleigh
Booked 85 times today
Get ready for a delightful culinary journey at Irregardless! A beloved gem in downtown Raleigh serving fresh, seasonal vegetarian delights + carnivore options. Locally owned and bursting with flavor, our menu promises an unforgettable experience. Join us for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch! Our menu offers something for everyone.
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6. The Pit Authentic BBQ
4.4
Awesome(5477)
$$$$
• Southern • Raleigh
Booked 42 times today
Servin’ everything but the squeal! The Pit Authentic Barbecue is home to world-famous tangy Eastern NC whole-hog, pit-cooked barbecue. Located in the Warehouse District, we source premium AWA-certified hogs to cook low and slow for twelve hours. All of our spirits have been handpicked to enhance the smoked and sometimes spicy fare cooked off the pit, from beer to bourbon.Last but not least, we serve up a good time at unique private dining events. Our contemporary setting in a restored 1930s meatpacking warehouse is the perfect spot for rehearsal dinners, birthdays, and more. Check out the link below for details!
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7. Bida Manda Restaurant and Bar
4.8
Exceptional(3930)
$$$$
• Laotian • Raleigh
Booked 34 times today
Bida Manda is a set of Sanskrit ceremonial terms for father and mother. We named our restaurant to honor our parents in Laos, who passed down their love of food and the belief in its power to bring people together.Lao cuisine, shaped by the lush landscape, a spirit of generosity, and a French colonial past, is deeply connected to nature and memory. Our menu is inspired by our family’s recipes—an extension of home and a love letter to our parents.A few notes for your visit: Reservations are highly recommended, but our bar is first come, first served. We offer a 15-minute grace period—please call if you're running late, and we'll do our best to accommodate you.Thank you for being here. We can’t wait to welcome you.
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8. Durham - M Sushi
4.9
Exceptional(3303)
$$$$
• Sushi • Durham
Booked 42 times today
M Sushi, the flagship of the acclaimed M Restaurants group by Chef Michael Lee, is the Triangle’s first dedicated sushi and seafood restaurant. Located in the heart of Downtown Durham, M Sushi sets the standard for exceptional sushi, Omakase, and seafood-driven cuisine. With a focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients and masterful execution, the menu showcases traditional Japanese techniques with innovative twists. Open for lunch and dinner, M Sushi delivers an unparalleled dining experience that continues to set the bar for sushi excellence. Experience the origins of M Restaurants at M Sushi.
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9. Parkside Restaurant
4.4
Awesome(920)
$$$$
• American • Raleigh
Booked 22 times today
Parkside is a locally owned and operated Downtown Raleigh Restaurant located at the entrance of the Warehouse District. Parkside is situated on the corner of West Martin and South Dawson streets across from historic Nash Square. It was this urban park, one of the four original parks in downtown that inspired the name Parkside.Housed at street level and under the longest running neon restaurant sign in North Carolina you will find our doors, which have been the threshold to hospitality for this neighborhood for over one hundred years. Parkside believes in continuing this tradition in every way. From the warm red brick and reclaimed barn wood clad bar to the NC solid poplar tabletops, we want our guests to feel welcome. Whether you are sampling one of our 25+ beers on tap or enjoying our chef inspired locally sourced fare, your experience is our priority.
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10. True Food Kitchen - Raleigh
4.4
Awesome(390)
$$$$
• American • Raleigh
Booked 37 times today
True Food Kitchen believes that the food you crave can also make you feel great. Our scratch-made, chef-crafted menu celebrates seasonal ingredients, bold flavors, and proudly sourced produce and proteins, creating dishes that are as nourishing as they are crave-worthy.From 100% Grass-Fed Burgers, Pizzas made on an in-house fermented Sourdough Crust, perfectly curated Bowls & Salads, to vibrant cocktails and indulgent shareables, every dish is designed to spark togetherness, joy, and bold satisfaction. Whether you’re joining us for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch, True Food Kitchen is the perfect place to connect, celebrate, and discover just how good real food can be.

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