Raleigh, North Carolina Restaurants
Raleigh, North Carolina is a “foodie” town extraordinaire. Recognized by Food & Wine magazine, 4 diamond awards by AAA, Southern Living magazine, and even an Iron Chef America ( Food Network) winner, Raleigh, North Carolina creates such unique dishes providing quite a fine dining experience, that all you may want to do here is eat! So come to Raleigh an enjoy the ultimate “foodie” weekend.
Begin at the top of the food chain and work your way down. The Angus Barn, which was opened in 1960 by two restaurant novices, has become one of the nations most successful steakhouses. With annual sales of 10 million, the Angus Barn is consistently ranked in the top 100 restaurants in America. Most nights, the Angus Barn serves 600 to 700 aged western steaks to happy customers who flock here from all over the Triad. In 1991 the owners opened a 30,000 bottle wine cellar, and now, proudly hold 1,200 different types of wine from all around the world. Executive Chef Walter Royal is an Iron Chef America winner from 2006. Together these features make the Angus Barn a unique and unforgettable experience that is well worth the money. Their website is: www.angusbarn.com.
Looking for an exquisite fine dining experience in the Triad? Second Empire is a 4 diamond winner from AAA. This restaurant combines an atmosphere of classical history with distinctive cuisine that sets the stage for a one of kind experience. Second Empire was created in the beautifully restored Dodd - Hinsdale House in downtown Raleigh. The cuisine is a delicate mixture of expected and unexpected fresh ingredients. With dishes like, Braised “Free Range” Veal Cheek and Potato Hash, Crispy Buttermilk Fried Georgia Quail, Five Spice Roasted Duck Breast, or Sautéed North Carolina Redfish, this menu will give you an amazing dining experience you’ll rave about for months. For a truly extraordinary experience book a dinner at their Chefs Table. A total dining experience for 2 to 8 guests at a special table in the kitchen. While interacting directly with the chef, you will enjoy a exceptional menu created by Chef Daniel Schurr, and paired with distinctive wines. Second Empire is well worth the cost if you are a true “foodie” seeking an adventure. For more information try:
www.second-empire.com.
Vivace in Italian means lively, and this restaurant is the epitome of that! Vivace, is owned by Urban Food Group. This group is one of Raleigh, North Carolina’s most successful creators of delectable cuisine. They opened this Italian restaurant in March 2006 with high hopes of offering clean fresh flavors. With Chef Jeremy Sabo, Vivace quickly began the most sought after Italian meal in the Triad. Vivace specializes in house- cured meats, hand cut cheeses, and a wonderful classic antipasti that you can pair with a fantastic wine from their famed global list. Make it a point to pay special attention to the large selection of Italian wines. If you want a fun experience try the homemade Limoncello: a wonderful Italian liqueur that will refresh while knocking you off your feet. This is a “do not miss” place for dinner if you love Italian. When calling for reservations ask about the “Chef Tasting”. This is a cooking class, dinner, and wine tasting all in one. A fun way to experience this great restaurant. Check out their website at:
www.vivaceraleigh.com.
Char Grill may not be a 4 diamond winner but it is the best burger you can find in Raleigh. This drive - in, dive- in, burger joint is one of Raleigh’s original burger institutions. Char Grill creates half pound made to order burgers you can only dream about. So walk up to the window, grab a ticket , create the burger of your dreams, and hand it through the glass slot to the Char Grills short order cook. Be as patient as you can be while waiting for your delectable creation to be prepared. When they call your name be sure to grab plenty of napkins, and savor the taste of one of the finest burgers you’ll ever have! Try their original location at 618 Hillsborough St. Raleigh, NC.
These fine restaurants should be a great start for your food adventure through Raleigh, North Carolina. Be sure to pack loose pants and leave your diet guilt at home! This is a weekend of food, fun and wine.
Robin Gardner, Editor At Large
Raleigh, North Carolina Restaurants
Begin at the top of the food chain and work your way down. The Angus Barn, which was opened in 1960 by two restaurant novices, has become one of the nations most successful steakhouses. With annual sales of 10 million, the Angus Barn is consistently ranked in the top 100 restaurants in America. Most nights, the Angus Barn serves 600 to 700 aged western steaks to happy customers who flock here from all over the Triad. In 1991 the owners opened a 30,000 bottle wine cellar, and now, proudly hold 1,200 different types of wine from all around the world. Executive Chef Walter Royal is an Iron Chef America winner from 2006. Together these features make the Angus Barn a unique and unforgettable experience that is well worth the money. Their website is: www.angusbarn.com.
Looking for an exquisite fine dining experience in the Triad? Second Empire is a 4 diamond winner from AAA. This restaurant combines an atmosphere of classical history with distinctive cuisine that sets the stage for a one of kind experience. Second Empire was created in the beautifully restored Dodd - Hinsdale House in downtown Raleigh. The cuisine is a delicate mixture of expected and unexpected fresh ingredients. With dishes like, Braised “Free Range” Veal Cheek and Potato Hash, Crispy Buttermilk Fried Georgia Quail, Five Spice Roasted Duck Breast, or Sautéed North Carolina Redfish, this menu will give you an amazing dining experience you’ll rave about for months. For a truly extraordinary experience book a dinner at their Chefs Table. A total dining experience for 2 to 8 guests at a special table in the kitchen. While interacting directly with the chef, you will enjoy a exceptional menu created by Chef Daniel Schurr, and paired with distinctive wines. Second Empire is well worth the cost if you are a true “foodie” seeking an adventure. For more information try:
www.second-empire.com.
Vivace in Italian means lively, and this restaurant is the epitome of that! Vivace, is owned by Urban Food Group. This group is one of Raleigh, North Carolina’s most successful creators of delectable cuisine. They opened this Italian restaurant in March 2006 with high hopes of offering clean fresh flavors. With Chef Jeremy Sabo, Vivace quickly began the most sought after Italian meal in the Triad. Vivace specializes in house- cured meats, hand cut cheeses, and a wonderful classic antipasti that you can pair with a fantastic wine from their famed global list. Make it a point to pay special attention to the large selection of Italian wines. If you want a fun experience try the homemade Limoncello: a wonderful Italian liqueur that will refresh while knocking you off your feet. This is a “do not miss” place for dinner if you love Italian. When calling for reservations ask about the “Chef Tasting”. This is a cooking class, dinner, and wine tasting all in one. A fun way to experience this great restaurant. Check out their website at:
www.vivaceraleigh.com.
Char Grill may not be a 4 diamond winner but it is the best burger you can find in Raleigh. This drive - in, dive- in, burger joint is one of Raleigh’s original burger institutions. Char Grill creates half pound made to order burgers you can only dream about. So walk up to the window, grab a ticket , create the burger of your dreams, and hand it through the glass slot to the Char Grills short order cook. Be as patient as you can be while waiting for your delectable creation to be prepared. When they call your name be sure to grab plenty of napkins, and savor the taste of one of the finest burgers you’ll ever have! Try their original location at 618 Hillsborough St. Raleigh, NC.
These fine restaurants should be a great start for your food adventure through Raleigh, North Carolina. Be sure to pack loose pants and leave your diet guilt at home! This is a weekend of food, fun and wine.
Robin Gardner, Editor At Large
Raleigh, North Carolina Restaurants
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