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Plates Kitchen, Raleigh, NC

Plates Kitchen

4.8
4.8
1809 Reviews
$30 and under
International
For twenty years, we have lived and traveled the world. We are often surprised and inspired by the food we have eaten along the way. From the first apple tarts in France, the Pecorino cheese in Tuscany, Weiss Wurst in Germany, Espada (scabbard fish) on the island of Madeira, to Hong Kong, Thailand and China, we have learned new flavors and techniques to add to the outstanding food of the American South. — At Plates, we hope that you will enjoy some of our favorite international dishes combined with our regional southern flavors. Join us on a culinary journey that is globally inspired and locally produced.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 55 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    International, Café, Global, International

  • Hours of operation

    Breakfast Wed–Fri 8:00 am–2:30 pm Brunch Wed–Fri 10:00 am–2:30 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Sun 6:00 pm–8:30 pm

  • Phone number

    (919) 828-0018

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    David Mitchell

  • Catering

    Plates Kitchen offers catering services at your location. We bring fresh, local and delicious cuisine to you for breakfast, lunch or dinner events. Visit us on the web or call the restaurant at 919-828-0018 for details.

  • Private party facilities

    Entire restaurant seats 50 and is available for private functions. Covered patio seats 25. No facility fee. Minimum food and beverage amounts apply based on date and time during the week. We also cater all sorts of functions for groups of 15 or more, and we can open our dining room for private lunches

  • Private party contact

    our Private Event Coordinator : (919) 828-0018

  • Neighborhood

    Raleigh

  • Cross street

    Lane Street

  • Parking details

    Free parking in the lot behind our building (enter on Lane Street). Take note of your parking space and license plate number and have it ready for our host upon arrival so that we can validate your vehicle (there is no parking attendant). In addition, all Raleigh city street parking is free after 6pm on weekdays and all weekend long.

  • Public transit

    Located one block north of the R-Line's Glenwood Ave. / North St. stop.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

What 1,809 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Great for brunch

  • Raleigh

    Best Value

  • Raleigh

    Great for brunch

  • Raleigh

    Neighborhood gem

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  1. AllysonG

    Seattle

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I have been here several times and the food never disappoints. I love their changing menu because I always get to try something new when I go. Also the sticky toffee pudding is the best thing to exist!
  2. Danny

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great brunch spot. Best in Raleigh. Good food and creative drinks.
  3. Amanda

    Charlotte

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best (local) place to eat on Glenwood South by far. Great brunch (mimosa specials always call my name).
  4. NiaLawson

    Raleigh

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We enjoyed our dinner and experience at Plates! We ordered the Black Pepper Pasta and it was delicious and so were the Fried Green Tomatoes! We’ll be back!! 🙃
  5. FrankS

    Tampa

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food and service was great! Not rushed and timing between apps and dinner perfect.
  6. JReviews

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food3service3ambience3
    The food here is just ok. Everything needed salt.
  7. StephanieL

    Denver

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Outdoor patio dining was lovely - my only negative was that the traffic was a little loud. Recommend!
  8. LivingRFNinCO

    Denver

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We very much enjoyed our evening at Plates. Great food. Great vibe. Pleasant and attentive service.
  9. LOVESJESUS

    Raleigh

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is our go to brunch and celebrating holidays❤️ love the food, people and owners ❤️❤️
  10. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    Menu item not what’s online. Good food but too noisy inside the small setting.
  11. LaReeJ

    Raleigh

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My favorite restaurant and Raymond is absolutely delightful.
  12. Maneesha

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was on my “must try” list for some time now and I finally made a reservation for lunch on Mother’s Day. I was duly impressed with the service. Our reservation was scheduled at 3 (at which time the brunch ended and dinner began) my daughter was running a few minutes late and the manager made it a point to visit our table and let us know the chefs would still prepare us brunch if we wanted. In addition the food was fresh and delicious! We ordered a salad and appetizer before our entrees. We enjoyed a crafted cocktail and the server was very attentive and delightful. I almost failed to mention - kid friendly! I highly recommend Plates!
  13. CarolC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our food was delicious. The presentation was beautiful. The staff was friendly and helpful. This was my second time visiting the restaurant. I will absolutely return. I love that the food is locally sourced. I would not hesitate to recommend Plates to friends. It is a great place for a special meal or just to get some great food at a great price.
  14. BrianP

    Raleigh

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dining at Plates Kitchen, is like enjoying a meal with family! Plates Kitchen is second to none! We enjoyed the Beef Tenderloin & the Salmon entree’s. We are regulars at Plates for a good reason, a better dining experience doesn’t exist! Justin & Chef David, you continue to execute at the highest levels! Thanks again!
  15. KennedyB

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    We utilized the outside dining area. I would only recommended the outside seating for parties larger than 2 because the inside was very small. Overall food was great, a little pricey and took a while to come out. I would definitely go back to try something else.
  16. OpenTable Diner

    Miami

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful waitress! The food was amazing!
  17. MariannM

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a fun evening! Great food, friendly servers and a wonderful vibe! The restaurant across the street had a live band & all their doors/windows open, so that was a little loud. But I would go back here in a heartbeat!!!
  18. OrlandoChic

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The brunch was amazing!! Best shrimp and grits I've ever had. Our server was amazing too! He was very attentive and kind. Everything was sooo good!!
  19. MarlyK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Went to plates for the first time with one of my girlsfriends for a Sunday brunch. Our server Natalie was super friendly and made the best recommendations. The drinks were refreshing and the food was great! If you go ask for Natalie she is joy and makes the whole experience all the more enjoyable!
  20. Diana

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have been there twice and absolutely love every single meal that we get there. Every week they change the menu and it’s perfect. Perfect date night food. Cannot wait to go back there. Their dessert is amazing. Very attentive staff. Love love this place
  21. EliT

    Caribbean

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Location is excellent just in the middle of downtown Raleigh, there is also ample private pay parking behind the building. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable, drinks are well made and food portions are just perfect. The menu is only one page but I believe they change it often according to seasonal items. Either way, this is a must place to dine for special occasions or just to have a good time with friends and family. I recommend sitting outside if the weather permits.

    Plates KitchenResponded on May 6, 2023Thank you for the wonderful review, Eli. We are so glad you enjoyed everything!

  22. Nylic53

    Raleigh

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As a neighbor, I go often, so my review might be a little biased. Plates is a great neighborhood restaurant serving great food with a great outdoor dining area. Always has a well trained staff, and chef Mitchell has a great brunch and dinner menu. Never go to Saturday or Sunday brunch without a reservation. They are always packed.
  23. Professor06foodie

    Raleigh

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Exceptional food and great/attentive service! What a way to celebrate my birthday in a small, intimate manner!
  24. DaleH

    Raleigh

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always, the food and service was great! Loved the crab cake benedict.
  25. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great. Service was great ambience was great.
  26. JennaS

    Raleigh

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience4
    We will not be going back. It took 45 minutes for my husband to get his very simple mixed drink. Our entire party of 5 only ordered 1 drink each because of how slow the service was. Our waitress was super nice and attentive however it really turned us off to this establishment.

    Plates KitchenResponded on May 6, 2023I am sorry to hear your experience was no up to par. A 45 min wait seems unusually long, our services have never taken 45 min in the past . I will explore more into this issue to determine what happened. I understand the Manager did stop by your table and address any confusion on drink choices made and items we were sold out of for the night. I believe we gave your group a substitute app for free and provided 2 birthday desserts for free. We apologize again and do hope to see you in the future.

  27. PatrickP

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Never a bad plate. The Toffee pudding is to die for!
  28. StaceyM

    Raleigh

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It is so my favorite go to! For Brunch, Lunch and Dinner I have never had anything but a great meal! Just love it!
  29. flipyas2

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Limited menu and portions are smaller than an average restaurant but so worth it. Very fast food delivery. Service was outstanding. Best dining experience we've had in years.
  30. Nylic53

    Raleigh

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place for special occasions or just a regular night out. Well managed with a great chef and wait staff. Highly recommended.
  31. TonyaC

    Raleigh

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely delicious! Had a wonderful brunch at Plates Kitchen and I cannot wait to go back. Highly recommend!!
  32. Kaitlynb

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall2food3service1ambience3
    Hostess was very rude, we were seated 20 mins past our reservation. Check was incorrect, hair in the food.
  33. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    7 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience3
    Unfortunately, this was our second visit and it just did not live up to the hype. First of all, there was chewed gum inside of one our napkins (that the silverware was wrapped in), then our water glasses smelled dirty. We requested new glasses and they seemed fine. My husband ordered the B.E.C. sandwhich and it was very simple, but fine. I ordered a salad and added shrimp. For a $20 salad I was highly disappointed. The salad, itself, was just a small bed of plain arugula (think the size of your palm), with minimal toppings. The grilled shrimp were basically the shrimp from shrimp cocktail, but much smaller and chewy. We really wanted to like this place because the reviews were just amazing - sadly, it missed the mark.
  34. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The duck melt was fantastic and service was on point! Great evening with friends.
  35. TMFfromRaleigh

    Raleigh

    68 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    68 reviews

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was one of Plates’ special pairing dinners, where an alcoholic beverage is paired with specifically prepared courses. Tonight’s pairing featured five courses with different types of mead. Excellent!
  36. MitchellM

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The special dinner and mead pairing event was absolutely fantastic. I had to go solo for this experience and was still treated respectfully and fully like everyone else. The event paired food, mead, and a special host to chat about the foods and drinks as a combination in the context of history, while also providing answers to questions while we dined. Plates did a fantastic job of presenting courses in a timely and seamless way, and I extra appreciated being able to chat with the folks running the show to know more about other offerings and events in the space, as well as their normal operations. This is all sugar on top of the fact that the food itself was phenomenal and made with extreme care and appreciation for the mead pairing.
  37. DawnF

    Raleigh

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Enjoyed the special Mead Dinner Pairing. Chef David never disappoints with his menu. The room could get a bit noisy as everyone talked amongst themselves, but the the experience was enjoyable and I look forward to them doing another one. Bring back the mead with more variety!
  38. Scotus

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Superb wine pairing with mead and five superb courses. Mead being relatively unknown, the meal selection was a delight
  39. LOVESJESUS

    Raleigh

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    this is always our go to place during holidays. Food is always on point. Love the owners and the staff.
  40. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service were amazing, as always! We love plates and the variety it provides. You also cannot beat their homemade pasta! So delish!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Plates Kitchen using the Order Online button.

Plates Kitchen is rated 4.8 stars by 1809 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 55 times today
Google Map for Plates Kitchen

301 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27603

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Lane Street

  • Neighborhood

    Raleigh

  • Hours of operation

    Breakfast Wed–Fri 8:00 am–2:30 pm Brunch Wed–Fri 10:00 am–2:30 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Sun 6:00 pm–8:30 pm

  • Cuisines

    International, Café, Global, International

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Free parking in the lot behind our building (enter on Lane Street). Take note of your parking space and license plate number and have it ready for our host upon arrival so that we can validate your vehicle (there is no parking attendant). In addition, all Raleigh city street parking is free after 6pm on weekdays and all weekend long.

  • Public transit

    Located one block north of the R-Line's Glenwood Ave. / North St. stop.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    David Mitchell

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (919) 828-0018

  • Catering

    Plates Kitchen offers catering services at your location. We bring fresh, local and delicious cuisine to you for breakfast, lunch or dinner events. Visit us on the web or call the restaurant at 919-828-0018 for details.

  • Private party facilities

    Entire restaurant seats 50 and is available for private functions. Covered patio seats 25. No facility fee. Minimum food and beverage amounts apply based on date and time during the week. We also cater all sorts of functions for groups of 15 or more, and we can open our dining room for private lunches

  • Private party contact

    our Private Event Coordinator : (919) 828-0018

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