Neeta Chitre-King: Cute place. A gift shop & cafe. Nice to spen an afternoon with a girlfriend, shop a little, & linger over lunch or coffee. They have a few healthy vegan options too.
Jacqueline Wachholz: Their brie and strawberries sandwich is excellent! Read more.
The News & Observer: Part restaurant, part gourmet gift and home furnishings boutique, Zest Café & Home Art has earned a loyal following in North Raleigh. Try the Cabbage Gratin by executive chef James Castellow. Read more.
3. Vivace
9.2
4209 Lassiter Mill Rd Ste 115 (at Six Forks Rd), Raleigh, NC
Italian Restaurant · 47 tips and reviews
jon accarrino: Great restaurant in downtown Raleigh with multiple dining areas. Perfect for special occasions or a nice night out. Ask to sit upstairs for a quieter experience and better view of the glass art wall..
Rachel Berg: Joey, the bartender, is awesome.
Caitlin Waters: Everything is good. Appetizers, good, dessert, and wine :)
4. Capri Restaurant
7.9
6325-17 Falls of Neuse Rd, Raleigh, NC
Italian Restaurant · 5 tips and reviews
Heidi: The cappuccino is just simply delicious and the music, Italian opera, is just relaxing. The service is just amazing too along with the food.
Paul McRae: I had the tortellini Capri and it was delicious. My wife had the seafood ravioli and loved it.
Joshua Zupan: If you haven't tried it you really should. Buried in a strip mall doesn't mean it's not a wonderful little date night spot.
7. J. Betski's
8.4
10 W Franklin St (at Seaboard Station), Raleigh, NC
German Restaurant · 29 tips and reviews
Da Vid: Best german food of my life. Its better than what you probably know german food to be. Throw a dart at the menu, sit back and enjoy.
Martin Newton: Go to J Betski's and experience the Chocolate-Hazelnut Torte with Sea Salt, Caramel and Crispy Bacon. Ugh...you have no idea!
Matt Coleman: Try anything that they cure in house.
Julie Smith: Lunch buffet includes pizza, pasta, salad and dessert. Great deal.
Mark Snead: The best pizza, pasta and salad bar in North Raleigh.........HANDS DOWN!
Matthew T: Salad bar is great and the meals are amazing. Leave room for dessert. My favorite is the cappuccino pie, it's a slice of heaven you won't regret.
11. Irregardless Cafe
8.4
901 W Morgan St (at Tryon Hill Dr), Raleigh, NC
American Restaurant · 53 tips and reviews
The News & Observer: Recommended: spicy jerk shrimp, plump sauteed mussels, grilled triggerfish with roasted pepper salsa, and pan-seared chili parmesan chicken. Read more.
Susannah Brinkley: For brunch, try the huevos rancheros for a colorful and flavorful meal.
Beegee Brown: Try the shrimp & grits!