3. Sitti
8.8
137 S Wilmington St (at E Hargett St), Raleigh, NC
Mediterranean Restaurant · Central Raleigh · 103 tips and reviews
MC Hackney: I liked everything I tried...including the chicken kabob appetizer, hummus, filet kabob entree, and couscous...
Jesse Moschler: When in doubt order a "when in doubt, pinkies out."
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.
5. The Rockford
7.9
320 1/2 Glenwood Ave (at W North St), Raleigh, NC
Sandwich Spot · 39 tips and reviews
Megan Mcdonald: Never had a bad experience here, it's even better after the reopen. I had a scallop salad from the specials menu, delicious! The ABC is still my go to favorite.
lily ballance: Come grab a turkey bacon avocado sandwich is delicious with a seasonal side!!!! Yummy!
Jeff Hardin: The ABC sandwich (apples, bacon and cheddar) is to die for!
6. Mandolin
8.3
2519 Fairview Rd (at Oberlin Rd), Raleigh, NC
Southern Food Restaurant · 28 tips and reviews
Chad Parker: Service, Atmosphere, & wine selection are excellent, great for that special occasion.
Eric Friedman: The fried chicken and waffles is delicious. It's comfort food fancied up with the ambiance of the restaurant and gourmet syrup. Good for splitting as there's a huge portion.
The News & Observer: You certainly won’t forget the soul food classic, chicken and waffles: an exquisitely juicy breast with a shatter-crisp crust and a buckwheat waffle with braised mustard greens. Read more.
7. Panera Bread
8.0
4421 Six Forks Rd, Suite 119, Raleigh, NC
Bakery · 38 tips and reviews
Mike Cook: The turkey avocado sandwich Is awesome!
Evan Kinney: The grilled cheese sandwich is made with fresh babies.
Bobby Carroll: If you are an AM regular like me, you're familiar with the Wild Dog Computer dog that sits outside here in the mornings. Alas, he passed on 10-4-12. RIP Panera Wild Dog! You will be missed!