Mandolin

Mandolin reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Carolyn

   Raleigh18 reviews

   2.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 1

   No dinner ( lettuce) salad option and there was not much that I cared to order. Settled on chicken dish which was small and expensive.
   

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   Akil

   Raleigh10 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 20, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The waitress was superb - attentive, professional, and courteous. The ambience is still great. Food was good, think we prefer the dinner menu, but still a really good brunch spot. Overall, would recommend.
   

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   Sue

   Raleigh3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 20, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Easter Brinch-Service was excellent, menu was a little limited, drinks were very tasty and refreshing. The only dessert options were donuts.
   

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   Kevin

   Raleigh1 review

   5.0

   Dined on April 19, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   We had a wonderful experience at Mandolin. Their menu isn't extensive, but they do have options for food-specific folks. We were a family of 4 this time (typically 5, but one is off at university), there to celebrate Mama's birthday. It was a great spot for it, though Mama wanted it kept quiet. Service was great. Ambience was also great... though the table for 4 we had was 'cramped'. Our starters were a good complement to our next course. We had the cauliflower cacio pepe... and it was awesome. We also had their soup of the day, and it was also good... but didn't win against the cauliflower. We do cauliflower a lot at home... I now want to see if I can do this version. Our mains (seconds?) were also fantastic. We decided to box some up to take home to save room for dessert. Very glad we did... the bread pudding was fantastic... though we all wished there was a tad more sorbet/ice-cream on the plate... it went too fast.... and... the chocolate soufflé??? Uhh... dang... it was great. My wife and I have had the opportunity to eat some phenomenal soufflé. This one came pretty close to meeting our top experience. We got our top one in Europe... so to find something close here was a great birthday treat.
   

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   Robb

   Raleigh1 review

   5.0

   Dined on April 19, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   We had such a great experience at Mandolin. The restaurant has a great, old-school elegance. When I made my reservation, I requested a drink be provided to my wife after we were seated as it was her 50th birthday. Not only did they honor the request, but made a wonderful drink my wife enjoyed. Our server Izzy was outstanding. She wished my wife a happy birthday, and all of her thorough recommendations were spot on. The food is fantastic!! Izzy checked on us often and was so pleasant, she definitely added to the experience. We will be sure to make Mandolin a destination for future special occasions.
   

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   Katherine VIP

   Raleigh29 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on April 19, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   The food was delicious as always. I especially love the buttermilk biscuits and the orange juice. Both are a must for me when eating brunch at Mandolin. Liz took great care of both me and my mom. Very happy with the entire experience.
   

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   Fernanda VIP

   Phoenix5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 18, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing food, Veronica was our waitress, and she was extremely kind!
   

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   Shama VIP

   New York City4 reviews

   1.0

   Dined on April 18, 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 4

   Forgot to bring the food I ordered Represented a dish nothing like what came out Food took over an hour.
   

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   Alice

   Raleigh12 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 18, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I have dined here several times and it has consistently been an excellent experience. Wonderful food and excellent service!
   

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    Marie

    Raleigh6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    First class! Celebrated a bridal brunch here. Food was great...seasonal omelette is what I had. My guests enjoyed a waffle plate and a country sample plate. Wonderful ambiance for a beautiful Spring Sunday morning. Will be back soon!
    

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