Vinnie's Steakhouse is one of The 15 Best Places for Merlot in Raleigh.

1. Vinnie's Steakhouse

9.2
7440 Six Forks Rd, Raleigh, NC
Steakhouse · 14 tips and reviews

Pam T.Pam Tarangelo: Great Filet and Tirimisu cheesecake!

Michael H.Michael Huber: Cowboy steak is a great deal at a 32+ ounce bone in meal. Pricey but when made well this is a great piece of meat.

Winston K.Winston Kirby: How does this place not have a better rating!? Best steak in Raleigh hands down. Much better than Sullivan's or AB. Get the fries or the gouda potato with your fries.

Frank's Pizza & Italian Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Merlot in Raleigh.

2. Frank's Pizza & Italian Restaurant

8.1
2030 New Bern Ave (Triangle Town Boulevard), Raleigh, NC
Pizzeria · 17 tips and reviews

Brandon F.Brandon Fuchs: Get a pizza with meatballs and bacon. Sooo good!

Orion P.Orion Pozo: Best pizza in Raleigh for 33 Years

Natural B.Natural Beginning: They have the best pizza in Raleigh, I've been coming here since I was a teenager.

Capri Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Merlot in Raleigh.

3. Capri Restaurant

7.9
6325-17 Falls of Neuse Rd, Raleigh, NC
Italian Restaurant · 5 tips and reviews

Jonathan H.Jonathan Hayes: Capri is a relaxed Italian restaurant. It is not AmItalian, they do not have a deep fryer or an endless bowl of pasta. Check out their Facebook page or web site so you know what to expect.good eats

Paul M.Paul McRae: I had the tortellini Capri and it was delicious. My wife had the seafood ravioli and loved it.

Joshua Z.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.

Vinos Finos is one of The 15 Best Places for Merlot in Raleigh.

4. Vinos Finos

8.5
8450 Honeycutt Rd Ste 110 (in Lafayette Village), Raleigh, NC
Wine Bar · 21 tips and reviews

Mike B.Mike Brown: Great date night spot. Food is & wine that is affordable yet interesting and tasteful. Go for wine flights to try wines outside your comfort range. Find a few you like then buy a mixed case for home.

Cindy J.Cindy Jones: Have to try small bites Spanish curried chicken wings and under Mas....roasted lamb chops or Valencia style paella

Kim M.Kim McKeeman: Nice seating, atmosphere and combination of enjoying here and taking home. Napa Cameron Hughes by glass excellent.

Bruno's is one of The 15 Best Places for Merlot in Raleigh.

5. Bruno's

8.1
11211 Galleria Ave (btwn Tidewater Ln. & John Rex Blvd.), Raleigh, NC
Italian Restaurant · 9 tips and reviews

Fran B.Fran Brown: Give the grilled octopus a chance, you will not be disappointed! Check out the grilled Caesar salad too. Both dishes are excellent.

Patrick W.Patrick West: Seafood bisque is excellent. Chocolate cream brûlée is Devine. Great wait staff

Betty B.Betty Brandon: Everything! They have great wine but I'm swimming with the sharks tonight.

Azitra is one of The 15 Best Places for Merlot in Raleigh.

6. Azitra

8.9
8411 Brier Creek Pkwy (at Macaw St), Raleigh, NC
Indian Restaurant · 30 tips and reviews

Jonathan C.Jonathan Castro: Awesome food!! A must try whether u are a big fan of Indian cuisine or just like it a little. Highly recommend this restaurant.

Sonja F.Sonja Foust: Lunch chicken tikka masala is the clear winner. Save a few bites to take home because they give you lots of extra naan to take, too!

Doug C.Doug Curtin: Curry (all of them) and naan

La Rancherita is one of The 15 Best Places for Merlot in Raleigh.

7. La Rancherita

8.7
7420 Six Forks Rd (at Mourning Dove Rd), Raleigh, NC
Mexican Restaurant · 31 tips and reviews

Charlie I.Charlie Ibarra: Citrus Margarita is made with fresh citrus - awesome - Recommend Cochinita Pibil (running special on front board). Think their style BBQ pork! Read more.

Linda Craft  & Team R.Linda Craft & Team REALTORS: Delicious queso and right by the office

Ron T.Ron Tesla: Try the Tinga Los Tacos! Love the flavor. Their maragaritas are also the best in the area!! #LaRancherita #Raleigh

Zest Cafe & Home Art is one of The 15 Best Places for Merlot in Raleigh.

8. Zest Cafe & Home Art

8.3
8831 Six Forks Rd (at Strickland Rd), Raleigh, NC
Café · 20 tips and reviews

Jacqueline W.Jacqueline Wachholz: Their brie and strawberries sandwich is excellent! Read more.

The News & ObserverThe 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.

Neeta C.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.

Winston's Grille is one of The 15 Best Places for Merlot in Raleigh.

9. Winston's Grille

8.7
6401 Falls of Neuse Rd (at Spring Forest Rd), Raleigh, NC
American Restaurant · 51 tips and reviews

William J.William Joyner: Clam chowder was great, black an blue, blackened chicken salad made for a great lunch..!

Chuck G.Chuck Gallagher: Great service and a wonderful atmosphere. Always love spending time at Winston's!

Brian P.Brian Poillon: Hands down, the most consistently great restaurant in North Raleigh. Huge menu, everything is excellent - and the staff is incredibly friendly and attentive! Plus - HOMEMADE ICE CREAM!!

Dante's Italiano is one of The 15 Best Places for Merlot in Raleigh.

10. Dante's Italiano

7.9
13200-117 Falls of Neuse Rd, Raleigh, NC
Italian Restaurant · 13 tips and reviews

JeffJeff: Incredible food and great service! They even had a violin player that made the atmosphere very inviting. One of the best Italian Dives in the city!

john m.john marzetti: Everything is delicious.

Kathy L.Kathy Langfield: The food was delicious! Especially the bruschetta.

Milton's Pizza & Pasta is one of The 15 Best Places for Merlot in Raleigh.

11. Milton's Pizza & Pasta

8.5
14520 Falls of the Neuse Road (At Capital Blvd.), Raleigh, NC
Pizzeria · 33 tips and reviews

Tim L.Tim Lavallee: Calzones and strombolis are $2 off on Thursdays. One is enough for two people or two meals. Best salad bar in the area!

Michael H.Michael Huber: Tried a gluten free crab dip and pizza and they were very good. My wife had a Tuscan pesto which was also really good

Triangle Real Estate G.Triangle Real Estate Group: The lunch buffet is pretty good exceptionally when you have two sons that can each eat a horse!

Margaux's Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Merlot in Raleigh.

12. Margaux's Restaurant

8.6
8111 Creedmoor Rd (at Brennan Dr), Raleigh, NC
American Restaurant · 27 tips and reviews

DuyguDuygu: Baseball Sirlion Steak.... I can eat this everyday. Excellent sauce, beyond delicious...!!!

Ronnie W.Ronnie Webb: Best restaurant in Raleigh, hands down

Linda Craft  & Team R.Linda Craft & Team REALTORS: Had a great team event here! Highly recommend!

Frankie's Fun Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Merlot in Raleigh.

13. Frankie's Fun Park

8.4
11190 Fun Park Dr (at T W Alexander Dr), Raleigh, NC
Arcade · 31 tips and reviews

Breanne W.Breanne Wilsey: Go carts and all the different tracks, the ropes, arcade, food and slushies

john m.john marzetti: Get hammered drunk and ride go-karts

Jarrett C.Jarrett Campbell: Go to Frankie's Fun Park, play a round of mini-golf, toss some skeeball, drive a go-cart, hit a few balls in the batting cages, and have dinner at the restaurant.

Saint Jacques is one of The 15 Best Places for Merlot in Raleigh.

14. Saint Jacques

8.1
6112 Falls of Neuse Rd, Raleigh, NC
French Restaurant · 17 tips and reviews

Thomas G.Thomas Gulisano: As always great continental service with really great French cuisine. A must for lunch or dinner.

Lizzie M.Lizzie McLaughlin: One of the best dining experiences of my life! Don't let the outside fool you (it's in a strip mall)... as soon as you walk through the door you are transported to fine dining heaven.

Francela MFrancela M: Delicioso. Excelent food, excelent service, excelent ambiance.

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is one of The 15 Best Places for Merlot in Raleigh.

15. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

8.6
4350 Lassiter at North Hills Ave (at Six Forks Rd), Raleigh, NC
American Restaurant · 49 tips and reviews

Bryan Y.Bryan Yount: Just get the chile-rubbed delmonico. You'll thank me later. Oh, and substitute the au gratin potatoes for a loaded baked potato. Those things are amazing!

Meg M.Meg McCusker: They've got some bombass bread. I could eat it for days.

Chris C.Chris C.: Best steaks in the Triangle area. :)