The food and service was incredible. My wife and I decided to go on a whim and didn't regret it. We look forward to going back and bringing others with us.
Kien H.
So I was on the way to a concert and happened to stop by this spot and I was not disappointed. The people there were super nice and friendly. Because of the show that I was going to there was a lot of people already there so they have to kind of make do and we ended up having to sit outside. But they have heaters outside so keep that in mind. Also which is really cool, they give you blankets if you're not okay with the heaters. So you can send under a heater and then have a blanket on your legs and you can be totally comfortable even if it is a little bit chilly out. Of course it's walled in by the plastic walls that restaurants put up to say that they are indoors and outdoors, but on the right type of night you can really feel the breeze so I thought that the heating lamps and the blankets were a good addition and that's a plus to them. Everybody was super nice, the lady came by who was managing and talked to us for a while. Not just a regular high and buy, actually has some real conversation. I really really liked that. It gave a humanistic feeling to us that we weren't just a table but we were people. The waitress came over and talked to us and she gave us the rundown of the whiskey's and Bourbons. What I loved about this was the fact that she asked what we normally go for and prefer and she tried to match up what we prefer to the specific alcohol on the list. So the fact that you listened to me and then came back and asked my opinion on it, it let me know that you really cared enough about your company to learn about what they serve and you care enough about the customers to learn about what I like. The presentation was great, I have no complaints about the presentation of it, I only got a drink but there was a flight on the table as well and everything was laid out to where you knew exactly what you were drinking. I got a sandwich, steak, and it was really really good. The bread was a little crispy but that crunch definitely added to the meal itself! I wouldn't do plan on going back to this spot when I'm in the area!
Karrie F.
Excellent food and service! We were just passing through and stopped by and were very happy that we did!
Mackenzie G.
Great food and great drinks ! Have to see how it compares to Angus Barn since I've eaten at every expensive steak house around the globe! Was fun for a birthday except they were out of Beef Wellington but my filet was delicious!
Antoine S.
All I can say is it was Fantastic. I went here after work and had a wonderful time! Food and drink were all great. I would recommend 10 out 10. P.s forgot to take a picture of my food
Oh S.
Tyler was amazing! We got a bourbon flight, with the history. The Old fashioned is amazing and food is spectacular
Mark K.
Service was sub-par. Didn't have a few "regular staple" bourbons that we attempted to order. Worse risotto ever. Nice atmosphere, though. No need to ever go back here
Melinda G.
Love this place. The risotto with braised pork is amazing. They make great sliders and tacos too Glenn makes amazing drinks and I've always had great service from the entire staff. Highly recommend this place
Georgie H.
The Oak was very pleasant in a great area. Our first time dining here was great! The food was so delicious and the staff members were very friendly. I loved the vibe of the restaurant, as when we first arrived it was very empty, and quickly became packed). The only disappointment I had was that as busy parents, this was a date night out and once we got to our table, before I could take my coat off the waitress stated there was a 2 hour limit. This is fine, but was not aware prior to making the reservation. Dining out we like to take our time and enjoy ourself with good food, conversation and drinks and felt a little rushed by having to watch the clock and immediately place orders for everything. I've never been anywhere else in Raleigh and was on a time restraint, even if it didn't take us 2 hours it just felt kind of rude. But, they lost no stars due to this, rules are rules. Would dine again.
Raven W.
I'm not sure if the bartender was having an off day (didn't seem like it when it came to other patrons) but he definitely ignored me for about 22 minutes before introducing himself as Jason (I forget his name, you'll see why) and informing he will be taking care of me. I came in yesterday for lunch expecting it to be kind of quick as not too many people were in attendance. After 22 minutes he offered me the menu, asked if I would like a drink, to which I said just water please. He brings me pellegrino water and I proceeded to order the salmon. As I'm waiting for my salmon I see the same bartender greet other customers as soon as they come up to his section, ask if they'd like a drink and provide a menu. I watched two to three other parties come in, sit down, order, and receive their food. So I'm wondering what happened to my food, since I ordered before all of these people. I realize it's been almost an hour and some change and I have not received my food so I proceed to pull out my credit card (Amex) to pay for the water because I have to go back to work and not until after I did this was I then updated by the bartender that my food would be out, unfortunately there was a mix up with order tickets in the back. He apologized and said I would get a discount for waiting. Literally 1-3 mins later my food comes out. I get the bill and he just didn't charge me for the water. I just found it weird that he decided to tell me about the mix up only after I pulled out my credit card and was just gonna pay and leave. All in all the food was not even good, the salmon was just okay. Nothing to write home about. The staff was not attentive in my direction at all, I felt very much ostracized and wasn't treated like a customer at all. I will not be back, I suggest you go elsewhere if you respect your dollar and yourself.
What a fun little restaurant! It's hidden in the back of the plaza but offers a wide selection of bourbon and whiskey. Their old fashioned is renown with a wide selection of bitters. I'm not normally a drinker of old fashioneds but was very accepting of their version. Food wise, it was great, I ordered the shrimp po boy with a side of fries and Brussels sprouts. Everything was delicious! Service was stellar too. Definitely will revisit next time I'm in town!
Megan H.
We had a great experience at the oak for lunch. The only item they were out of was the nachos but that didn't deter us. Our big group was seated at a long table and had prompt and courteous service. Our food came out beautifully prepared and delicious. We were the only patrons on a random Thursday afternoon but couldn't guess why because the staff, food, and atmosphere were great. I also really love that their bathrooms are labeled as "Whichever" because it's hard to wait in line for the women's restroom to ever slow down so this made life easy. We will certainly be back.
Jean H.
All around great local spot. Trendy urban vibe great staff excellent bar and dynamite food!
Kenyatta J.
Best drinks ever! The food 8/10. Great staff. Felt warm and welcoming. I would have loved to see some cozy seating. The current seating was cold and uncomfortable. Over all i would recommend for a quick meal and drink.
Elizabeth J.
The food was delicious and the service was above and beyond expectations. I highly recommend this place for special events, date night, etc.
The food and service was incredible. My wife and I decided to go on a whim and didn't regret it. We look forward to going back and bringing others with us.
So I was on the way to a concert and happened to stop by this spot and I was not disappointed. The people there were super nice and friendly. Because of the show that I was going to there was a lot of people already there so they have to kind of make do and we ended up having to sit outside. But they have heaters outside so keep that in mind. Also which is really cool, they give you blankets if you're not okay with the heaters. So you can send under a heater and then have a blanket on your legs and you can be totally comfortable even if it is a little bit chilly out. Of course it's walled in by the plastic walls that restaurants put up to say that they are indoors and outdoors, but on the right type of night you can really feel the breeze so I thought that the heating lamps and the blankets were a good addition and that's a plus to them. Everybody was super nice, the lady came by who was managing and talked to us for a while. Not just a regular high and buy, actually has some real conversation. I really really liked that. It gave a humanistic feeling to us that we weren't just a table but we were people. The waitress came over and talked to us and she gave us the rundown of the whiskey's and Bourbons. What I loved about this was the fact that she asked what we normally go for and prefer and she tried to match up what we prefer to the specific alcohol on the list. So the fact that you listened to me and then came back and asked my opinion on it, it let me know that you really cared enough about your company to learn about what they serve and you care enough about the customers to learn about what I like. The presentation was great, I have no complaints about the presentation of it, I only got a drink but there was a flight on the table as well and everything was laid out to where you knew exactly what you were drinking. I got a sandwich, steak, and it was really really good. The bread was a little crispy but that crunch definitely added to the meal itself! I wouldn't do plan on going back to this spot when I'm in the area!
Excellent food and service! We were just passing through and stopped by and were very happy that we did!
Great food and great drinks ! Have to see how it compares to Angus Barn since I've eaten at every expensive steak house around the globe! Was fun for a birthday except they were out of Beef Wellington but my filet was delicious!
All I can say is it was Fantastic. I went here after work and had a wonderful time! Food and drink were all great. I would recommend 10 out 10. P.s forgot to take a picture of my food
Tyler was amazing! We got a bourbon flight, with the history. The Old fashioned is amazing and food is spectacular
Service was sub-par. Didn't have a few "regular staple" bourbons that we attempted to order. Worse risotto ever. Nice atmosphere, though. No need to ever go back here
Love this place. The risotto with braised pork is amazing. They make great sliders and tacos too Glenn makes amazing drinks and I've always had great service from the entire staff. Highly recommend this place
The Oak was very pleasant in a great area. Our first time dining here was great! The food was so delicious and the staff members were very friendly. I loved the vibe of the restaurant, as when we first arrived it was very empty, and quickly became packed). The only disappointment I had was that as busy parents, this was a date night out and once we got to our table, before I could take my coat off the waitress stated there was a 2 hour limit. This is fine, but was not aware prior to making the reservation. Dining out we like to take our time and enjoy ourself with good food, conversation and drinks and felt a little rushed by having to watch the clock and immediately place orders for everything. I've never been anywhere else in Raleigh and was on a time restraint, even if it didn't take us 2 hours it just felt kind of rude. But, they lost no stars due to this, rules are rules. Would dine again.
I'm not sure if the bartender was having an off day (didn't seem like it when it came to other patrons) but he definitely ignored me for about 22 minutes before introducing himself as Jason (I forget his name, you'll see why) and informing he will be taking care of me. I came in yesterday for lunch expecting it to be kind of quick as not too many people were in attendance. After 22 minutes he offered me the menu, asked if I would like a drink, to which I said just water please. He brings me pellegrino water and I proceeded to order the salmon. As I'm waiting for my salmon I see the same bartender greet other customers as soon as they come up to his section, ask if they'd like a drink and provide a menu. I watched two to three other parties come in, sit down, order, and receive their food. So I'm wondering what happened to my food, since I ordered before all of these people. I realize it's been almost an hour and some change and I have not received my food so I proceed to pull out my credit card (Amex) to pay for the water because I have to go back to work and not until after I did this was I then updated by the bartender that my food would be out, unfortunately there was a mix up with order tickets in the back. He apologized and said I would get a discount for waiting. Literally 1-3 mins later my food comes out. I get the bill and he just didn't charge me for the water. I just found it weird that he decided to tell me about the mix up only after I pulled out my credit card and was just gonna pay and leave. All in all the food was not even good, the salmon was just okay. Nothing to write home about. The staff was not attentive in my direction at all, I felt very much ostracized and wasn't treated like a customer at all. I will not be back, I suggest you go elsewhere if you respect your dollar and yourself.
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What a fun little restaurant! It's hidden in the back of the plaza but offers a wide selection of bourbon and whiskey. Their old fashioned is renown with a wide selection of bitters. I'm not normally a drinker of old fashioneds but was very accepting of their version. Food wise, it was great, I ordered the shrimp po boy with a side of fries and Brussels sprouts. Everything was delicious! Service was stellar too. Definitely will revisit next time I'm in town!
We had a great experience at the oak for lunch. The only item they were out of was the nachos but that didn't deter us. Our big group was seated at a long table and had prompt and courteous service. Our food came out beautifully prepared and delicious. We were the only patrons on a random Thursday afternoon but couldn't guess why because the staff, food, and atmosphere were great. I also really love that their bathrooms are labeled as "Whichever" because it's hard to wait in line for the women's restroom to ever slow down so this made life easy. We will certainly be back.
All around great local spot. Trendy urban vibe great staff excellent bar and dynamite food!
Best drinks ever! The food 8/10. Great staff. Felt warm and welcoming. I would have loved to see some cozy seating. The current seating was cold and uncomfortable. Over all i would recommend for a quick meal and drink.
The food was delicious and the service was above and beyond expectations. I highly recommend this place for special events, date night, etc.