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Irregardless

4.8
4.8
4752 Reviews
$30 and under
Vegetarian
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Winner of OpenTable’s Top 50 Vegetarian Restaurants in the U.S. and INDYWeek’s Best Salad in Wake County 2019. Offering an award-winning and inclusive experience since 1975 in Downtown Raleigh. Irregardless is an authentic Raleigh experience, offering Farm-to-Table meals sourced from local farms around the Triangle.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 57 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(919) 833-8898

Other options

  • Order online

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Vegetarian, American, Contemporary American

  • Hours of operation

    Tue–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm

  • Phone number

    (919) 833-8898

  • Website

    https://irregardless.com/

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Juan Carlos Lugo

  • Location

    901 W. Morgan St., Raleigh, NC 27603

  • Neighborhood

    Raleigh

  • Parking details

    Paid Parking. Our parking lot is across the street and 2 doors north of the Cafe (closer to the round-about, near the cross walk.) In addition, there is ample street parking on both sides of West Morgan Street and on side streets.

  • Public transit

    Raleigh's CAT bus stops at the corner of West Morgan Street and Tryon Hill, just across the street from the Cafe.

  • Entertainment

    Since the Cafe opened in 1975, the Irregardless has featured the Triangle’s best musicians each night. Currently more than a hundred musicians perform jazz, bluegrass, folk, traditional and dance music on a two month rotation. Go to www.irregardless.com or www.reverbnation.com/venue/irregardlesscafe to see who is performing this evening. We also have live music during brunch on Saturday and Sunday.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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

Noise • Moderate

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    Great for Brunch

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    Healthy

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

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    Best Service

  • Raleigh

    Best Value

  • Raleigh

    Great for Brunch

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  1. S

    Saltman

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Irregardless has wonderful food, interesting food and drink menus, and lovely music that is a nice addition to the ambience. The wait staff is interested and accommodating as well as timely. My only request is that the menu has more soy free options!
  2. T

    Tonio

    Raleigh

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Good food and good service. Make a resy to skip the crowd.
  3. JC

    JohnC

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Family brunch. Best Gluten-free brunch menu ever! Option abound for all tastes. On our way to the airport immediately afterwards and they were kind enough to keep our luggage in a closet while we ate. Incredible food. Live music. Very friendly staff. You can’t do any better in my book.
  4. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was DELICIOUS and came out quick despite being busy! Service was great, would recommend to try this place
  5. BC

    BryanC

    Orlando

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food and service. Everyone on the team is so friendly. We’re vegetarians and love all the options on the menu.
  6. LS

    LauraS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    It was my first time to Irregardless and we will definitely go again. The food was amazing and the service even better! Amanda was our server and really made it an amazing experience!
  7. HM

    HeatherM

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    This place is INCREDIBLE! I’m kicking myself for not having found it sooner. This restaurant is a gf (celiac safe!), vegetarian, and vegan DREAM come true!! Now…can we build another one a little west…say in Apex or Cary? ❤️
  8. CS

    CindyS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Had Sunday Brunch and it was delicious and service was exceptional Highly recommend a reservation as the place is small and quant which lends to its appeal We sat outside. There was someone inside playing music would could be a little bit of a distraction, but doesn’t take away from the experience I had Salmon Egg Benedict at its was amazing
  9. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food, service and ambience were all perfect.
  10. D

    Dutchie

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall3food2service4ambience3
    Nice staff. Generous portions of the starters. The Calamari was disappointing, overall tasteless. Margarita too sweet.
  11. r

    robinh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service. very friendly staff! Yummy, fresh dishes
  12. LK

    LaurenK

    New England

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The gluten free calamari and Brussels sprouts appetizers were amazing!
  13. PH

    PattyH

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Great dining experience - staff very attentive to any dietary concerns.
  14. RE

    RobertE

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Gluten free fantastic. Well executed comfort food. Dropped in for a late night dinner. Good guitar music live. Small crowd. Quiet and fast. Sat in large booth by the bar. Waiter was nice and took good care of us.
  15. RB

    RebeccaB

    Raleigh

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lillian was our server and she made the meal even more enjoyable. She was patient while we planned our entire meal around the wine and served us with a smile. The brussel sprouts app was wonderful and I would return for that alone. The mushroom stroganoff was good, but when I return, I plan to order the spanakopita that my husband enjoyed. It looked divine. We also enjoyed the chocolate peanut butter bombe for dessert.
  16. LB

    LauraB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing, and the ambiance was enjoyable. I will be back!
  17. E

    Erika

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great service, great location! Love going for dinner or Sunday brunch!
  18. SP

    SusanP

    Raleigh

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 18, 2022

    overall3food5service5ambience3
    The food is always great at Irregardless but the noise level is very uncomfortable. We had to shout to hear each other and found our throats to be sore when we left. I don’t know what can be done about the noise level but I sure wish someone would come up with something.
  19. MM

    MeganM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time dining at Irregardless for my husband’s bday brunch. It was bustling, so thankfully we had a reservation! The wait staff were super friendly and attentive. The food choices all looked amazing! Everything we ordered and ate was absolutely delicious. Will definitely be back!
  20. MA

    MAnn

    Raleigh

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience2
    great food and service but crowded and noisy. parking is also terrible. be aware if you are driving
  21. N

    Norman

    Philadelphia

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Straight up a fantastic place for dinner. The food and service were amazing. On decor, it is a bit institutional but the live music and, did I say the food was amazing, all was good. Go, eat, enjoy.
  22. r

    rl04

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food was fresh and very tasty. The menu changes regularly, but don't miss the Maitake & mac n cheese and Chorizo Puffball if offered. Salmon was also excellent.
  23. WS

    WilliamS

    Unspecified

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Great experience. Had not been since the pandemic started. My only complaint is parking. Had to park in the pay lot. Upon leaving we gps the free parking down the street at 840 west Morgan. Will take that option next time and come a little early. Meal was great and service was great. Got our food in record time. Also enjoyed the music. Thanks
  24. L

    Lynn

    Los Angeles

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Irregardless Cafe has a lovely staff that is friendly and attentive. The menu is interesting, fun and tasty. I will definitely return. If you have a reservation, be sure to arrive early, as finding parking can be very challenging.
  25. K

    Kristen

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Friday night live entertainment. Excellent choices for all eaters. Skirt steak, asparagus, and potatoes were fabulous. Daughter loved her pasta and mushrooms dish.
  26. J

    J2019

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Menu changes not the amazing experience Highly recommend
  27. LF

    LiFi

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 15, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The food and service was above average and the plant based options were amazing. However I do believe them to be overpriced and a few dollars less they would be great.
  28. PL

    PhilL

    Raleigh

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very congenial host, and his assertion that their artichoke dip was the best, was spot on! A delicious meal!
  29. V

    Vacationer

    Raleigh

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 13, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    The Only reason I would not recommend it to a friend or something I’m sure you’re already aware of. The parking for the restaurant has gotten so bad that I think it’s going to deter people from wanting to eat there. I understand that when the restaurant was sold that parking lot it was not part of the deal so I understand you probably can’t do anything about it but it is going to be a problem.
  30. KJ

    KenJ

    West Palm Beach

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Overall excellent. Very please any and knowledgeable staff. With gluten free concerns they pulled sauces and served separately. Great attention and care for patrons. Soft music by piano player. Apps and mains were fantastic. Will be back.
  31. d

    dilysh

    New England

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food, all fresh! Definitely will be back!
  32. JB

    JessicaB

    Salt Lake City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time and we will be back! Food and atmosphere were great, even had live music! Our server was WONDERFUL!
  33. LM

    LisaM

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 11, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    The food was fantastic! Our waitress very nice! The only downfall was the amount of noise - it was very hard to hold a conversation since it was jam packed and the acoustics are not very good
  34. NC

    NCKovacs

    Charlotte

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Excellent brunch with music!
  35. LV

    LesVoss

    Raleigh

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Irregardless is a Raleigh staple!!! We’ve been for brunch, Thanksgiving and Christmas
  36. JW

    JannyW

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    So great!!!
  37. SD

    SimpleDinerwithGoodTaste

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2022

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    I love the fact that Irregardless uses seasonal and local foods in their dishes and that they have a number of vegan offerings. I was disappointed in the mushroom stroganoff. It lacked any robust flavor. I could have made better at home….and that defeats the purpose of me going out to eat. Also, the food at my table came out 2-3 mins after ordering…that was fast and my company and I felt rushed. We were asked if we wanted to go boxes after only 5 mins of eating. We both drove over an hour to meet for dinner and catch up after years, so that was not the service we were expecting.
  38. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    We went there for brunch. It is a very nice place. Food is very good. It is not easy to find a parking space near the restaurant. But we will certainly go back to try the dinner menu.
  39. JA

    JordanA

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Brunch was delicious! Will definitely return for brunch and will try dinner
  40. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Vincent did a fantastic job, the food was terrific, and the family enjoyed the evening.

Safety precautions

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Irregardless using the Order Online button. Irregardless also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (919) 833-8898.

Irregardless is rated 4.8 stars by 4752 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 57 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(919) 833-8898

Other options

  • Order online
Google Map for Irregardless

901 W. Morgan St., Raleigh, NC 27603

Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    Raleigh

  • Hours of operation

    Tue–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm

  • Cuisines

    Vegetarian, American, Contemporary American

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Paid Parking. Our parking lot is across the street and 2 doors north of the Cafe (closer to the round-about, near the cross walk.) In addition, there is ample street parking on both sides of West Morgan Street and on side streets.

  • Public transit

    Raleigh's CAT bus stops at the corner of West Morgan Street and Tryon Hill, just across the street from the Cafe.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Juan Carlos Lugo

  • Entertainment

    Since the Cafe opened in 1975, the Irregardless has featured the Triangle’s best musicians each night. Currently more than a hundred musicians perform jazz, bluegrass, folk, traditional and dance music on a two month rotation. Go to www.irregardless.com or www.reverbnation.com/venue/irregardlesscafe to see who is performing this evening. We also have live music during brunch on Saturday and Sunday.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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