Bodega Tapas and Wine

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   JenB

   Raleigh

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 3 days ago

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   Great food, great atmosphere and even better service.

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   RickH

   London

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

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   Quirky downtown Wake Forest restaurant marries the ambiance of a French bistro, a Spanish tapas bar, and a creative spirit-focused bar-driven gastropub. Led by Serge, a friendly, experienced, and warm Frenchman who used to own a restaurant in Paris, Bodega reads like a European fusion spot where you get to try things that will taste amazing - just not what you expected. Instead of American takes on a Peruvian style chicken, or a North Carolinian take on Sicilian Arancini (ah-ran-CHEE-knee), you get what Serge has experienced in Europe, mixed up a touch. The staff is friendly and incredible - they know they're working at a great place and are happy to introduce you to what they have to offer. The spirit list includes a large variety of rums - rare in NC, which of course has its selection limited by the poorly run ABC system (none of the great Foursquare rums from Barbados because why would the ABC know about that?). Cocktails are short, but ask and they'll make you something special. The wine list is excellent, curated by a Frenchman who knows how wine marries to food. And happily it includes local NC wines, because we do have some great ones. The plates are generally small but shareable - tapas, after all, and before you complain that tapas should only be Spanish, recall the wonderful cicchetti in Venice - and allow you to have a little custom tour of delicious options. If you'd prefer a single larger dish there are a few options for that as well. Don't sleep on dessert - there's some great choices there. We opted for the rum soaked cake and pecan pie and they were divine. Highly recommended.

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3. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on March 17, 2023

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   Everything was Fantastic! The wait staff was excellent, offered great suggestions and very attentive.

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4. JK

   JenniferK

   San Francisco

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on March 12, 2023

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   So much fun! Can’t say enough good things! From start to finish, it was a fantastic experience. We had almost every food item from the menu and each was as delicious as the next. A cocktail and a bottle of wine topped it off and a glass of Sherry with desert. Looking forward to going back soon!

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5. JG

   JaymeG

   Raleigh

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on March 11, 2023

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   Food is always delicious! Great little spot for a date. Their rum menu is top notch.

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   DeniseH

   Raleigh

   3 reviews

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   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on March 10, 2023

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   Food and service were great. The only criticism we have is the fact that there were only two couples in the place at opening on Friday and we were seated twelve inches from each other. Ruined our date night. This has happened before.

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7. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Raleigh

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 25, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Great food! We love it here!

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   dinner4tw

   Dallas

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 25, 2023

   overall4food4service4ambience5

   Went for a quiet date night. Overall food was delicious, although I was expecting a more Spanish-inspired menu. The gnocchi was the best - very light and melt in your mouth!

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   claudiak

   Raleigh

   1 review

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   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 24, 2023

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   Love the food…it was just so noisy!

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    Ellen

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 24, 2023

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    The ambiance is wonderfully chill, the service was timely and impeccable, and the food was delicious. My husband and I went there as a date and I never felt that I couldn’t hear what he was saying. We had an excellent time.

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11. DM

    DawnM

    Tampa

    10 reviews

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    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Outstanding food, warm & attentive service. We love Bodega - it never disappoints and we always have a wonderful evening out when we go.

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    Authentic

    Raleigh

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

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    Wonderful food, service, staff and owner. You must try Bodegas. We will be a regular here. Top notch five star cuisine in a casual atmosphere. Love it.

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    MTST

    Raleigh

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

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    The meal was absolutely FANTASTIC and we had a lovely wine. Bonus was getting a chance to speak to the owner/chef too!

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14. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    The food was good. The staff was friendly. My only complaint is that we got to the restaurant on time for a reservation but we still had to wait upwards of 20 minutes for our table to be ready.

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    TaylorA

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

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    Great food, great atmosphere and great service! Highly recommend.

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    Will

    Coastal Georgia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

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    Fantastic expereince. I will absolutely make a return visit.

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    Flygirl

    Raleigh

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

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    Wonderful! Wish we had found this place earlier!We had a wonderful time and the employees we encountered were all genuinely happy!

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18. FD

    FrequentDiner

    Raleigh

    191 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    191 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Absolutely one of our favorite restaurants! Never disappoints!

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    ChristopherA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 20, 2023

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    Food, drink and service outstanding! I am a rum lover, so this is my kind of spot. Got to meet and converse with the owner, added bonus. We will be back, with friends.

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20. FD

    FrequentDiner

    Raleigh

    192 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    192 reviews

    Dined on January 6, 2023

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    Never have I been disappointed in anything I have tasted at Bodega. As a matter of fact, I have tasted almost everything on their menu. The service was, as always, friendly, the staff was attentive and just plain fun!

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21. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 6, 2023

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    We love our waitress, Emery! She’s always awesome!! The food is divine. New favorite is the Serrano ham tapas. We always get the gnocchi and the lamb meatballs….both delicious!

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    NeverHome

    Las Vegas

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on January 6, 2023

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    Overall we were very pleased. We have been once before but it had been awhile. The food was great. I don’t recall the menu when we were there the first time so I’m unsure if the menu changes periodically. I would like to the menu a little more expanded. Ambiance is nice with my only comment is the conversations/noise seems to carry. A definite place we will be back to.

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23. TM

    TMFfromRaleigh

    Raleigh

    66 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    66 reviews

    Dined on January 4, 2023

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    Excellent food and service. I was meeting 2 former colleagues there for dinner. There is not one soft surface in the dining area, making for a very noisy dining experience. It was rather difficult to carry on a conversation. This marred an otherwise outstanding experience.

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24. JB

    JeffB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 4, 2023

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    Great service, great food. Enjoyed the experience.

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25. K

    Kristen

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2023

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    Food was amazing!

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    PhilC

    Raleigh

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

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    Everything real good, only down side a little loud for easy conversation. But will definitely go back. Phil C in WF

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27. MR

    MarkR

    Unspecified

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2022

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    Had 5 shared small plates. Food quality and taste was excellent. Special request for bubbly at arrival (wedding anniversary toast) was promptly and professionally handled. Excellent and respectful waiter and servers throughout evening!! Had a most pleasant time! Thank you.

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    AmyV

    Las Vegas

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    We always enjoy Bodega. We went for New Years Eve. So the service was a bit slower than normal, but to be expected for a holiday. We will definitely be back. We really like the arincini balls and we like how they alter the flavors.

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29. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    New Year Eve dinner at Bodega’s was everything you would want from a restaurant. The food was delicious, flavorful and presentation on point. My wife and I were especially pleased with our server who was always there when needed but never intrusive. Don’t recall his name but I believe he was the only gentleman serving. The special crab dip, Serrano ham, shrimp dish and arancini are all highly recommended. Dessert of apple rum cake with their espresso martini finished a great evening. A new favorite.

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    Carrie

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2022

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    Food was delicious and so fun to try the small plates. The atmosphere is wonderful and our service was spectacular!

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31. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great place for a girls night out, we had a large party and we were able to try several dishes. They were all outstanding and would definitely recommend!!🤩

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    FairuzS

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 29, 2022

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    I love Bodega! The food was on point, atmosphere was amazing. Service was fantastic. Can't say enough good things.

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33. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We LOVE Bodega! The food is always fantastic! My only regret is not trying the Peruvian Chicken sooner. It was to die for!

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34. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 29, 2022

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    Sister date night

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35. SB

    SherryB

    Raleigh

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 24, 2022

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    Enjoyed a wonderful meal on Christmas Eve.

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36. K

    Kevin

    Raleigh

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on December 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Always a delight to spend an evening at the bar with Matt (bartender). The food and wine were fabulous!

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37. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 21, 2022

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    Went out with friends and it was perfect! We love Bodega and the food, service, and ambiance did not disappoint!!!

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38. MM

    MarissaM

    Memphis/West TN

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Elegant atmosphere & amazing food! The waiter suggested we order 2-3 small plates per person depending on hunger levels. We ordered 2 per person, which was the perfect amount. Delicious rum old fashioned too

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39. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Always enjoy going to Bodega!

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    CarrieR

    Raleigh

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 16, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4

    This was a great place for a late night dinner. The tapas were delicious. Everyone. It was a little loud even the the place was not busy. Other than that, it was great. Highly recommend.

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