SO-CA is one of The 15 Best Places for Polenta in Raleigh.

1. SO-CA

7.8
2130 Clark Ave (Oberlin Road), Raleigh, NC
Latin American Restaurant · 5 tips and reviews

SuchiSuchi: A bit pricey, but I got 2 small plates and was full. The pork cheek with polenta is seriously one of the best dishes I’ve ever had.

Cameron T.Cameron Tessener: Great service! Mical was awesome and went above and beyond. Loved the small plates we tried and great variety on larger as well

Joanne K.Joanne Karunakaran: Outstanding food, small plates, craft cocktails, dessert, and service. Only wish the decor/menu punctuated the origin of the food more strongly!

Oak City Meatball Shoppe is one of The 15 Best Places for Polenta in Raleigh.

2. Oak City Meatball Shoppe

8.3
180 E Davie St, Raleigh, NC
Italian Restaurant · 52 tips and reviews

Katie J.Katie Jaspers: Get the sliders so you can get try multiple meatball combinations! Also the polenta was just delightful.

Sonia H.Sonia Hamczyk: Spicy Pork and Parm Cream sauce 😁 Happy Friday, y'all!

Matthew W.Matthew Wiliis: Absolutely fantastic place. The food is amazing, the service is amazing, oh and did I say the food was amazing, well it is. I'm blown away by everything there. I plan to come back again and again.

Bella Monica is one of The 15 Best Places for Polenta in Raleigh.

3. Bella Monica

8.5
3121 Edwards Mill Rd (at Duraleigh Rd), Raleigh, NC
Italian Restaurant · 58 tips and reviews

Tim W.Tim Wallace: The polenta is very goof. A meal in itself.

Amanda C.Amanda Cibotti: Went here with my boyfriend on a Tuesday place was busy and amazing. Great food,great service, the specials were even delicious. Will be back for sure!

Jen R.Jen Really: This place is awesome! Everything is good but be sure to have some of their mozzarella appetizer!

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

4. Zest Cafe & Home Art

8.5
8831 Six Forks Rd (at Strickland Rd), Raleigh, NC
Café · 20 tips and reviews

Alex E.Alex Ennis: Everything I've had has been so good! Most recently I greatly enjoyed the Chicken N'Waffles!

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.

Second Empire Restaurant & Tavern is one of The 15 Best Places for Polenta in Raleigh.

5. Second Empire Restaurant & Tavern

8.3
330 Hillsborough St (at N Harrington St), Raleigh, NC
American Restaurant · 23 tips and reviews

Trae F.Trae F: Incredible dining experience. The best Foi Gras I have EVER had!!! Excellent rack of lamb. Service was great. Can't wait to come back.

David W.David Wooten Jr: Great restaurant and great atmosphere great service great food! !!!

blair w.blair womack: the pistachio ice cream is awesome!

Vivace is one of The 15 Best Places for Polenta in Raleigh.

6. Vivace

9.2
4209 Lassiter Mill Rd Ste 115 (at Six Forks Rd), Raleigh, NC
Italian Restaurant · 47 tips and reviews

Huseyin T.Huseyin Temur: Ravioli, pizza with 4 cheeses and house salad are awesome. Tiramisu is one of the best I have ever eaten. Limoncello is also good.

Rachel B.Rachel Berg: Joey, the bartender, is awesome.

Caitlin W.Caitlin Waters: Everything is good. Appetizers, good, dessert, and wine :)

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

7. Saint Jacques

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

Tiffany B.Tiffany B: Excellent service, food and wine. Request the Chocolate Ball of Dream for dessert even though its not on the menu;)

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.

Jimmy V's Osteria + Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Polenta in Raleigh.

8. Jimmy V's Osteria + Bar

7.2
420 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC
Italian Restaurant · 24 tips and reviews

Jennifer B.Jennifer Barfield: It was outstanding! From the appetizers through to dessert every bite was perfection.

Ryan B.Ryan Bell: The grits are the best I have ever had

Steve F.Steve F.: The Mac & Cheese goes hard in the paint tho.

Mia Francesca Trattoria is one of The 15 Best Places for Polenta in Raleigh.

9. Mia Francesca Trattoria

7.4
4100 Main At North Hills St (in North Hills), Raleigh, NC
Italian Restaurant · 22 tips and reviews

Sharon R.Sharon R.: The good was fantastic - easily the best Italian we've had in the area hands down!

Jim E.Jim Ellis: Amazing food. Not overly heavy with cheeses like most Italian. Very very fresh stuff. Tomato Basil soup was amazing. A must try!!

Jim E.Jim Ellis: Great place to host clients, have a party or a date night. They are wonderful hosts!

Irregardless Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Polenta in Raleigh.

10. Irregardless Cafe

8.4
901 W Morgan St (at Tryon Hill Dr), Raleigh, NC
American Restaurant · 53 tips and reviews

Andy G.Andy Gastauer: Great paleo options. Just ask for gluten free when noted on the menu.

Susannah B.Susannah Brinkley: For brunch, try the huevos rancheros for a colorful and flavorful meal.

Beegee B.Beegee Brown: Try the shrimp & grits!

Kings Dining & Entertainment - Raleigh is one of The 15 Best Places for Polenta in Raleigh.

11. Kings Dining & Entertainment - Raleigh

7.8
141 Park at North Hills Street, Raleigh, NC
Bowling Alley · North Hills · 21 tips and reviews

Shannon Z.Shannon Zucker: The drinks are great and the atmosphere is fantastic. Bowling, pool, and cocktails. Must be over 21 to get in at night

Kyle A.Kyle Anderson: Amazing food! Everything is prepared in house, great flavor and presentation! The speciality drinks are delicious and great to share! #KingsBowling #KingsNorthHills #Amazing

Amanda C.Amanda Cibotti: Great drinks, food, weekly promotions and to top it all off the staff is phenomenal! #kingsbowl #kingsnorthhills #bowling #nightlife #amazing

Gravy is one of The 15 Best Places for Polenta in Raleigh.

12. Gravy

8.1
135 S Wilmington St (btw E Morgan St & W Hargett St), Raleigh, NC
Italian Restaurant · 77 tips and reviews

Raleigh C.Raleigh Citizen: I had a pleasant dinner at Gravy. I tried the arugula salad with pine nuts and the “Family Gravy” entree, pennette pasta, meatball, hot sausage, sweet sausage, veal braciole, and house-made ricotta. Read more.

Jay W.Jay Winfrey: Small Caesar and rolatini. Gahhhh!!!

The News & ObserverThe News & Observer: Try the Bucatini Pomodoro, a hollow spaghetti served over gravy and tossed with pesto. Read more.

Sitti is one of The 15 Best Places for Polenta in Raleigh.

13. Sitti

8.5
137 S Wilmington St (at E Hargett St), Raleigh, NC
Mediterranean Restaurant · Central Raleigh · 103 tips and reviews

Dipti M.Dipti Mahendran: Starting from the bread...everything was simply amazing!! They have good veggie options as well

Jesse M.Jesse Moschler: When in doubt order a "when in doubt, pinkies out."

Jim B.Jim Belt: My wife's favorite restaurant in downtown Raleigh. Everything works: wonderful atmosphere, food, service and a great menu where you can enjoy small plates and eat light.

Brio Tuscan Grille is one of The 15 Best Places for Polenta in Raleigh.

14. Brio Tuscan Grille

7.7
4325 Glenwood Ave Ste 5000 (at Blue Ridge Rd), Raleigh, NC
Italian Restaurant · 49 tips and reviews

Shawn S.Shawn Shaun: Crab and shrimp cakes are very good make sure you get three! 👍

Shawn S.Shawn Shaun: Krissten very good waiter and food was awsome!

Shay F.Shay Foley: 2.95 food menu at the bar is awesome. Plus great patio.

Romano's Macaroni Grill is one of The 15 Best Places for Polenta in Raleigh.

15. Romano's Macaroni Grill

3421 Sumner Blvd (at Triangle Town Center), Raleigh, NC
Bar · 15 tips and reviews

Chad H.Chad Hawkins: Great staff. Try the "Penne Rustica", it's awesome. Two thumbs up overall.

Ashley A.Ashley Aponte: Only table you can draw on lols.

Young H.Young HotRod Henry: When you arrive ask for Zack. The best waiter ever. And take all recommedation. i.e Fried Mac and Cheese