Winston's GrilleOTBLThis is the one restaurant we leave inside the beltline for. While a bit pricey, one reliably gets what they pay for here. If you want a great meal in a great atmosphere this is the place.6/9/2013 12:00:00 AMSomewhat disappointed...We had friends in from New York and wanted to have a really nice dinner at Winston's. We live 35 miles away, so it was a decision not arrived at lightly. Let me start by saying that the food is "mostly" wonderful! However, the pace of our meal was a huge letdown and I ended up apologizing to our guests on the way home. Dinners arrived when we were halfway through our salads. Three of us ordered Salmon -- one serving was very small and thin (with a fishy taste) while the others were meaty and proper flavor. We felt that we were rushed through this meal and dessert. I have never had that happen here before--too bad it had to be when I had friends in town.6/9/2013 12:00:00 AMWonderful DinerGreat food and great service madec this a special event.6/8/2013 12:00:00 AMRepeat CustomerMy wife, 9yr old son and I simply love our experiences at the Winston. The food is consistently great and the service is excellent. I am sure it will become a staple in our dining rotation.6/3/2013 12:00:00 AMAwesome !The food was AWESOME everyone in my party really enjoyed the service. Their home-made ice cream is AWESOME !!!5/30/2013 12:00:00 AMLove Winston's ..my favoriteLove Winston's ..my favorite restaurant. Always excellent food and service5/30/2013 12:00:00 AMWe tried the meat-loaf thatWe tried the meat-loaf that Winston's is known for. It was delicious. Thanks, also for the "just right seating." The location helped us "hard of hearing types>"5/28/2013 12:00:00 AMThe food was good. Only complaintThe food was good. Only complaint wa th collar greens were tuff which they switched to aparagus. The homemade ice cream was great!5/25/2013 12:00:00 AMNever disappointsWinston's is consistently good - reasonably priced- fine service - and a great menu. Love the Helath Nut salad. Must try their home made ice cream.5/25/2013 12:00:00 AMHonored my Saturday nightHonored my Saturday night reservation promptly. Prime rib was outstanding.5/25/2013 12:00:00 AMDate NightMy husband and I tried Winston's Grille on our monthly date night. The atmosphere was nice but not really a romantic spot for a date night. I had the special.. Fried soft shell crab. It was okay... My husband had the ribs.. They were tasty. The coleslaw had a little too much dill. All and all we will go back.5/24/2013 12:00:00 AMGood Old Reliable Winston'sWe were a group of five and the booth was a bit tight. The food, for the most part, was quite good. There were issues in the kitchen that affected timing of table delivery and proper temperature. The server was friendly but somewhat oblivious. It should be stated that it was Memorial Day weekend and that many of the "A Team" were probably at the beach.5/24/2013 12:00:00 AMServer's AttitudeI had a party of 14 for lunch. Originally it was 12 and 2 additional people came. We asked the server if she could accommodate them, although she did, it was on her time at that point. She didn't come and offer to see if anyone wanted a desert or any refills for their drinks.
Our office visit Winston's occasionally, but this time everyone was not as pleased.5/22/2013 12:00:00 AMI eat here all the time. ThisI eat here all the time. This time the Salmon was really, really dry and overcooked. Other than that great5/18/2013 12:00:00 AMRepeatersWe are given exceptional personal attention and always made to feel welcome. From fixing an appetizer that's not on the menu, to turning the music down over our booth, to substituting sides and salad dressings, the staff couldn't be friendlier, more helpful or accommodating. It's one of our favorite places to repeat.5/15/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat meatloaf. Thanks forGreat meatloaf. Thanks for seating us in a quieter area. It enhanced our enjoyment of the meal.5/14/2013 12:00:00 AMperfect for mothers day!Took my parents here for Mother's Day and my mom thoroughly enjoyed the food. We got the crab dip as an appetizer and it was amazing. My mom got the health nut salad, dad the salmon cakes, and me the shrimp and grits. for dessert mom got the strawberry shortcake and me the key lime pie. Everything was excellent. The food is always really good here and you get quite a lot for the price. Our waitress was a little overly exuberant and was loud but she did a good job.5/12/2013 12:00:00 AMALWAYS GREAT!!We go to Winston's at least twice a month if not more often. It is always great in every way. Great service! Great food! Beautiful building!5/12/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat RestaurantI've been to this restaurant on a couple occasions. It never disappoints. The staff works hard to accommodate accordingly and we received our food in a timely manner considering Mother's Day, graduation and prom events going on. Food was delicious but then I expect nothing less from this establishment.5/11/2013 12:00:00 AMEXCELLENTwe went for mother's day. the food and service were excellent5/11/2013 12:00:00 AMSolid GoodI give priority to private, locally owned establishments and Winston's will not dissapoint. Service is awesome and the menu, while not extensive, is one that will appeal to any preference albeit notably american in the entrees. The food is fresh and prepared well; offered in pleasing sized portions. We tried the calamari and sashimi tuna apps and both were fantastic. I went with my fav "shrimp n grits" which was excellent and my lovely wife went right to dessert; you can't go wrong there--all are made in-house and delicious. We love to sit out on a nice evening and Winston's has a great outdoor area. A long time Raleigh go-to--suggest you put it on your keeper list.5/11/2013 12:00:00 AMMother's day dinnerexcellent service...great food....and will definitely be back. The Prime Rib was great!!!!!5/11/2013 12:00:00 AMEnjoyable EveningMy husband and I took my father and mother out for my dad's birthday and we had a great experience. Everything was wonderful!5/10/2013 12:00:00 AMSecond time same as the firstOur second visit to Winston's Grille was just as great as our first visit a few months ago. Consistent food quality, service and the price is reasonable. Deserts are very good, better than most other places in this class. Only wish Winston's Grille was closer to where we live, long drive but worth it. Highly recommend.5/10/2013 12:00:00 AMPerfect!This was our first visit to Winston's Grille….it was perfect! My daughter wanted to go there for her 10th birthday because a friend at school recommended it. We have two younger daughters also and we all had a wonderful experience. No wait, great food, kid friendly but very adult friendly as well! We will go back!5/3/2013 12:00:00 AMThe service was excellent.The service was excellent. The food was outstanding and we were served within 10 minutes of ordering. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone, whether it be for 2 or a big group.5/3/2013 12:00:00 AMWhat a pleasant evening weWhat a pleasant evening we had. The Mamosas were delicious and our individual menu choices were outstanding. The shrimp and grits' recipe is especially outstanding. Of course, the homemade butter pecan ice cream is the best!4/26/2013 12:00:00 AMTry the Strawberry Shortcake!The daily specials fit for foodies. Selection has something for everyone and requests for modifications graciously delivered. Homemade ice cream is a very special treat. The strawberry is an ice cream lovers dream. Strawberry shortcake the best.4/24/2013 12:00:00 AMMy husband and I went to Winston'sMy husband and I went to Winston's for our five year anniversary. We usually visit this restaurant on special occasions and have always enjoyed the food. This time however the dish I had upset my stomach quite a bit. It's the same dish I always get when we go there so I was a little bit disappointed. But overall it wouldn't deter me from returning because the food has always been excellent in the past.4/20/2013 12:00:00 AMThe service was exceptionalThe service was exceptional and the food was excellent. It was our 56 wedding anniversy and the free desert was most appreciated. We will be back for our 57th but more important we will return often.
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Bill and Bev Plummer4/20/2013 12:00:00 AMI went for a prom dinner,I went for a prom dinner, and the food and service were both great!4/19/2013 12:00:00 AMThis was my first visit andThis was my first visit and I was very impressed with atmosphere, food was perfect, the staff friendly, knew the menu and checked in on us frequently. It was noticeably noisy with chatter though, at least where we were sitting.4/18/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat first impressionOur real estate agent recommended Winston's as a great place to dine when we moved to the Raleigh area. We finally ate there this week. Our meals were excellent, the service great and the food prepared perfectly at a moderate price. The wood paneled interior gives the restaurant an upscale feel. We will return to Winston's in the near future based on this experience to confirm our initial impression.4/17/2013 12:00:00 AMStill good but slipping inStill good but slipping in food experience and service.4/13/2013 12:00:00 AMA good night outA great place for a special meal or a good night out. The food is always good. It has been our favorite for over 25 years.4/13/2013 12:00:00 AMAlways a good choice.We've been going there for 25 years. It's been a 10 the whole time. Roger does a great job.4/12/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat for any occasionAlthough I live in the neighborhood, my wife and I have cut back on dining out, so I don't visit as often as I used to. In the past month, I've dined at Winston's once with our neighbors and once for business. In both visits, the food and service were great. My business associate was delighted when I suggested Winston's as it is one of her favorite restaurants. Over the years, I've never had a bad experience at Winston's. The floor plan has lots of rooms and nooks, which serve to limit noise to an acceptable level. The wait staff is friendly and attentive without interrupting. According to my associate, Winston's make their own ice cream which is to die for. I'm headed back soon to give it a try.4/5/2013 12:00:00 AMA favorite of ours, worthA favorite of ours, worth the drive across town, always good!3/24/2013 12:00:00 AMWould probably visit again,Would probably visit again, however steaks were alittle pricey. Didn't like the fact that "sides" were priced separate from the menu items when one should have an option of what side items they would like...3/23/2013 12:00:00 AMWinston's is a gem - wonderfulWinston's is a gem - wonderful food , not only delicious, but presented so attractively, prices are great, servings are bountiful, wait staff is so pleasant - obviously very well-trained - and atmosphere is terrific - very attractive surroundings and music is great. This restaurant is hard to beat! It is my "go-to" restaurant!!3/22/2013 12:00:00 AMWashington apple martini isWashington apple martini is the best drink ever. Food is wonderful.3/22/2013 12:00:00 AMWinston's Consistently GoodLunch at Winston's is a frequent choice for me. Usually the food, atmosphere and service is the best. If you want a quiet table for conversation you must request otherwise you may be seated next to a large LOUD group. That can ruin the experience. You may have to wait for a quiet spot but it is well worth it if conversation, good food and excellent service is what you are after.3/20/2013 12:00:00 AMOne of the best restaurantsOne of the best restaurants in Raleigh. Never been disappointed.3/16/2013 12:00:00 AMOutside dining/exceptional ServiceWe decided to have drinks on the outside patio and because it was a beautiful evening we decided to eat out there as well. The service on the patio was absolutely top notch! Our waitress and her back up were both at the top of thier game, friendly, knew the menu, great suggestions. Our drinks were refilled as needed, didn't have to wait for our meals. The scallop and grits special was excellent-as was suggested by our waitress. My husband also enjoyed the Ribeye special. Thanks!3/16/2013 12:00:00 AMPerfect as alwaysAs always, Winston's gave us exactly what we were looking for. Perfect!3/16/2013 12:00:00 AMYou can never fail with Winstons.You can never fail with Winstons. I had a scallop special that
was to die for! Winstons is great for friends coming into town,
special events, etc. Winstons is basically the only really good
food restaurant in North North Raleigh.3/15/2013 12:00:00 AMLoved it.The food and service were excellent. Wish it was dinner so I could have enjoyed a glass of wine.3/6/2013 12:00:00 AMThis place never disappoints.This place never disappoints. I cannot come here and not get the ribs. A half order makes a great share app. Wonderful hospitality as well.3/4/2013 12:00:00 AM