Ten great places to eat in Raleigh

Mura Japanese Restaurant at North Hills - A Japanese Fusion Restaurant with a fantastic atmosphere serving world renowned Kobe beef, a variety of steaks, seafood, mixed cuisine and the finest grade sushi with one of a kind rolls. Voted “Best Sushi and Best Japanese” in Raleigh in 2009. 

Vivace - also located at North Hills, Vivace is a contemporary Italian trattoria with a huge menu including great wood fired pizza. With an incredible bar and great outdoor seating area, this is one of Raleigh’s true hot spots!

Cameron Grill - located in the heart of Cameron Village, Cameron Bar and Grill has that great neighborhood bar feeling. With arguably the best mac and cheese in town, this one is not to be missed. Don’t miss their sister restaurants North Ridge Pub and Cafe Tiramisu - great choices for a casual bar and grill atmosphere too!

Margaux’s Restaurant - This ecclectic restaurant combines an ever-changing menu, impeccable service and an energetic ambience with unique, progressive decor. Everything on the menu is phenomenal from their sushi menu to the not-to-be missed steakhouse salad to the unbelievable entrees and irresistable desserts. A private banquet room, great outdoor patio and live music on the weekends make this a gem.

Vinnie’s Steakhouse and Tavern - A Raleigh tradition since its opening in 1987, it is the premiere destination for fine dining in the Triangle. Vinnie’s offers the best Certified Angus Beef in a variety of cuts and the freshest seafood available including Jumbo South African Lobster tails.

Capri - Offerring authentic Italian cuisine, this little italian restaurant is a well kept North Raleigh secret. Tucked away in the corner of the Sutton Square shopping center, Capri offers classic Italian dishes for both lunch and dinner, a diverse wine menu as well as delicious desserts.

Bella Monica - Another fantastic Italian Restaurant offerring a more casual atmosphere and menu located off Edwards Mill not far from the RBC Center, Rex Hospital and Crabtree Mall. Famous for their flatbread pizzas, Bella Monica also has fantastic traditional Italian dishes, a salad to please anyone and a great kids menu. Bella Monica also offers a new Gluten Free menu - a rare find!

The Angus Barn - Wow - what can you say in a few short words about one of Raleigh’s premiere dining experiences? Whether dining in the main restaurant with its gingham table cloths, relaxing with freinds in the Wild Turkey Lounge enjoying a complimentary cheese and relish tray or attending a private affair in the Wine Cellar or out at the new Pavillion, the Angus Barn is a place not to be missed. With practically every award afforded to the industry on its walls, words cannot describe the dining experience to be had at the Barn.

Poole’s Diner - Chef and owner Ashley Christensen has truly succeeded in revamping a legendary Raleigh luncheonette into a fantastic restaurant that serves fresh, locally-grown food in an old style diner. With menus on blackboards that change daily based on the season and availability. 

Sitti - A wonderful new restaurant in the heart of downtown Raleigh, Sitti is a Lebanese restaurant offerring mediterranean and middle eastern cuisine. Although each dish is traditional, the chef has added small twists to each one to add a local touch of North Carolina. An electric atmosphere as well as a private dining room make this a perfect choice! 

Posted by:  Sue Greer