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ORO

4.5
4.5
1888 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
ORO Restaurant & Lounge located in the heart of Downtown Raleigh, is a fun, chic, and casual restaurant in the PNC Building at the corner of Martin and Wilmington Streets. Rather than offering individual starters and main courses, ORO serves dishes that are designed for sharing among friends and are brought to the table steadily and continuously throughout the meal. Offering an extensive wine list, cocktail selection, and a variety of local beer that will be sure to please all palates.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 24 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Global, International, Tapas / Small Plates

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (919) 239-4010

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Christopher Hylton

  • Catering

    ORO can cater your next event whether it be a business meal or a wedding reception! Catering menus are available by contacting us through our website.

  • Private party facilities

    Boasting an upstairs mezzanine with a 9-foot fireplace that can accommodate up to 40 guests seated and 60 guests for a standing reception, ORO can exceed your expectation for any business meeting or social gathering. For larger parties who desire the use of the entire ORO space, the facility can accommodate up to 80 guests seated and 150 guests for a standing reception.

  • Private party contact

    Maresa Pratt: (919) 239-4010

  • Neighborhood

    Raleigh

  • Cross street

    Wilmington

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, View, Wine

What 1,888 people are saying

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Contemporary American

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall3food3service2ambience2
    Service was slow. We went there because they listed lots of gluten free options since wife is Celiac. When we tried ordering the Calamari which was listed as gluten-free on the menu we were informed it wasn’t. The Brussel sprouts were good but that was the only highlight. Don’t see us putting this one on regular rotation.
  2. RyanK

    Raleigh

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    All of the food was delicious! The cauliflower might as well have been chicken in taste and texture. The drinks were pricy, due to the pomp, but overall would go back! Probably sit at the bar and do 2 small plates and traditional drinks.
  3. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall1food1service2ambience3
    Worst food I’ve ever had in Raleigh. Three of four items ordered were inedible. I highly suggest going somewhere else. The bill for two people was $193, which I’d have been fine with it were a good experience. The place overall is horrible. I work downtown. I eat at many restaurants. This is by far the worst in Raleigh.
  4. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The decor is super cool and a great vibe! Kevin our server-par-excellence was really knowledgeable and fun. Dinner of small plates was great and well timed! WOW!!! The Cocktail I ordered was the best cocktail I’ve literally ever had (and suffice it to say, I’ve had a few🤗)! The bartender made this masterpiece called Why So Ango! It is a balance of delicious flavors, textures spirit and beauty!!l I would so highly recommend Oro!!!
  5. Brownniae

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 1, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    The menu wasn’t as diverse as I thought it should be for new customers looking to expand their experience.
  6. JudithB

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent, tasty options that are incredibly presented
  7. Tiff

    Columbus

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food. Tasty drinks. Great ambience!! Would definitely go back.
  8. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My boyfriend and I went to dinner for my birthday, our waiter was Corey. He was amazing. He really made the whole experience great for us. On top of that the food was also delicious. Highly recommend!
  9. BrittanyS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing. The drinks are very unique. Portions are smaller which allows you to try multiple items on the menu. Highly recommended!
  10. KevinC

    Raleigh

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have dinner at ORO a couple of times per year, and have never been disappointed. The food is reliably excellent, the ambiance great, and service is always prompt and professional. If you haven’t tried ORO, definitely give it a try. A+++++
  11. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great dining experience… from the bathtub cocktail to the amazing small plates from Chef Ruiz…the excellent service… This was a wonderful place to go! Highly recommended!
  12. my3sons3106

    Indiana

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    ORO was amazing. I had the Salmon, fried cauliflower in sweet chili sauce, fried brussel sprouts and I ended the night with the chocolate dome. The chocolate dome was something magical. So glad I ordered it. The environment was somewhat noisy only because there were several celebrations going on, but that didn't bother us and it definitely did not affect our experience or the food. I would give it a 10 out of 10. I would DEFINTELY recommend. I will be going back when I return to North Carolina.
  13. SrPickles

    New Orleans

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall3food4service1ambience3
    Table and seating was nice. Our server seemed aloof and waited waited a long time for drinks which we didn’t get for at least 30 minutes. Food was served just after our drinks arrived. Food was delicious but our server rarely came to check on table. The food runner paid more attention to us then our server. We would have ordered more drinks and dessert if they were offered.
  14. JohnG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A different yet very enjoyable dinner. Everything was fantastic but don’t order the jerked Cornish hen unless you can handle the burn.
  15. pamelab

    Raleigh

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious, the cocktails were yummy and the waiter, Corey, was so on point with recommendations and menu selections.
  16. AngelaR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Everything was great . Suggest a more sophisticated style of music. House techno not a good vibe for this wonderful modern sophisticated eatery. Please consider
  17. TipplingTourist

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I don't go downtown often, but we had tickets for a show at Memorial Auditorium, and Oro is always our first choice for downtown dining. It did not disappoint. My friends had never been there before, and they thoroughly enjoyed it. For veggies, the cauliflower and the brussels sprouts are the bomb. If you're feeling playful, be sure to order one of their signature cocktails!
  18. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Will try again
  19. Starr

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food3service5ambience5
    Great restaurant loved the place, setting, and staff.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and drinks !!
  21. SerenaW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The dinner was excellent. We had the truffle mac and cheese, braised oxtail, coconut curry lobster, and wok fried brussels. All of the food was flavorful and delicious. The Mac and cheese really wowed us. We plan to visit again when we're in town.
  22. PatL

    Raleigh

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience2
    This is my 3rd visit to Oro and we always enjoyed our dinner. But this time the food was mediocre- brussel sprouts came to us burnt, we sent them back for more and they came back half burnt. Jerk chicken was good but other dishes were just ok. Cocktails took a very long to come out, they showed up after our first dish which was order later. The restaurant was also very loud- hard to have a conversation with my husband.
  23. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall3food4service1ambience2
    Waited 30-40 minutes for our first and only drink order (two drinks). We finished four out of five plates before our drinks came. We weren’t asked if we wanted a second round. The waitress gave the same canned response to everyone about “unique ingredients” in the drinks that take a while, but there was nothing unique about a Moscow mule that would take 40 minutes - it was an excuse. If it were true you would get rid of those ingredients. Charging the prices they do should come with a superior experience, but it was unremarkable and borderline disappointing.
  24. Tomj07

    Raleigh

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall3food5service2ambience3
    We waited almost an hour for our food. The heat in the restaurant was unpleasant. Other than that the food is always great.
  25. DavidM

    Wilmington

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    An amazing experience from ambience to the delicious food. I definitely recommend!
  26. JayC

    Raleigh

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing flavors with every selection. Easy reservations. We arrived early and the seated us right away. Friendly staff and very knowledgeable about each menu option.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful dining experience. Great food, especially the sticky ribs and cauliflower dishes. Very creative cocktails as well
  28. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a great experience start to finish. Corey is A+++++!
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I dined at ORO for the first time on my birthday, and was thoroughly impressed! With some unique craft cocktails served in a smoke-infused box and an assortment of dishes that melt in your mouth, it’s clear that lots of thought was put into this chef-driven tapas concept. My night wouldn’t have been the same without Corey, who absolutely perfected my dining experience. This server is hilarious, caring, and continually ensured our satisfaction! It has a warm, chill vibe and great service! I tried the duck, grilled octopus, watermelon salad, oxtail, and NY strip, and would recommend every single one! All were plated beautifully and absolutely delicious! After every round of tapas, I thought it couldn’t get any better but ORO proved me wrong with each outstanding dish! The “Chocolate Dome” dessert was wonderful! ORO’s atmosphere, craft cocktails, and unique tapas will have you wishing to come back. And another shoutout to Corey for elevating my night from excellent meal to an all-around wonderful dining experience!
  30. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    ORO was great!!! It was an amazing atmosphere, food, and our server Corey was wonderful!!!
  31. LisaK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Celebrated my birthday! Exceptional service and food. I will return.
  32. JordanK

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience2
    Very expensive for quality. Meal for 2 took approximately 2.5h even though we had 30 min of active eating. Lots of waiting for everything. Was told course didn't have "pieces of onion" and it did. Drinks are very heavy pours which makes them not taste like craft cocktails so not worth the price.
  33. David

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Overall, enjoyed the experience. Food was well cooked and tasty. I enjoy a tapas atmosphere, Oro didn’t disappoint. Our waitress was engaging and funny. However, she was busy so we had to wait longer than normal to get her attention. I understand she was carrying a lot of tables. The bread pudding was absolutely delicious.
  34. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    We went to Oro for Raleigh Restaurant Week. The restaurant has a hip/trendy vibe and is a nice date night spot. The best dishes to order for restaurant week IMO are the confit fingerling potatoes, coconut curry pork shank (highlight of the meal) and the chocolate mousse. Highly recommend the Vera Vinho Verde if you enjoy crisp, sunny wine. I’d definitely come back to try the classic tapas-style menu.
  35. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Morgan was so great and had the best vibe! Our water glasses were always full. The food was impeccable and the wine selection was great! The atmosphere was perfect.
  36. Justin

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 27, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience3
    The restaurant week food was not very good for the price that we were paying
  37. Kaye

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    All of the dishes were delicious and beautifully plated! Great service and ambience too.
  38. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    4 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 27, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience3
    Total hype-a place that is more show than substance. Great ambiance, but the food is lacking in so many ways. There are better restaurants in the area that are worth the money. The service we received was horrible. The waitress told us she only works there when they are short staff. I hope this is the case because she completely lacks the people skills to make it as a server. We usually tip twenty percent or more. We gave her fifteen percent only because we couldn't bring ourselves to give her the lesser amount she deserved.
  39. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 26, 2023

    overall3food5service2ambience2
    We were seated upstairs at tables less than 2 feet apart. Really disappointed in that. Felt like I was seated with strangers. I was super uncomfortable. Food was delicious as usual, but service was not great. Food was delivered quickly, but we had minimal attention from our server, had to track her down several times to get drinks or order more food. If this had been my first experience at ORO I would not be back. As it is I will not accept upstairs seating again.
  40. nicolel

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We ventured out for restaurant week and it was lovely! The swordfish was perfect. The cocktails entertaining and tasty. Dessert was good but nothing special. Beautiful restaurant and everyone was extremely kind and attentive.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

ORO is rated 4.5 stars by 1888 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 24 times today
Google Map for ORO

18 E Martin St, Raleigh, NC 27601

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Wilmington

  • Neighborhood

    Raleigh

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Global, International, Tapas / Small Plates

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Christopher Hylton

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, View, Wine

  • Phone number

    (919) 239-4010

  • Catering

    ORO can cater your next event whether it be a business meal or a wedding reception! Catering menus are available by contacting us through our website.

  • Private party facilities

    Boasting an upstairs mezzanine with a 9-foot fireplace that can accommodate up to 40 guests seated and 60 guests for a standing reception, ORO can exceed your expectation for any business meeting or social gathering. For larger parties who desire the use of the entire ORO space, the facility can accommodate up to 80 guests seated and 150 guests for a standing reception.

  • Private party contact

    Maresa Pratt: (919) 239-4010

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