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Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar, Raleigh, NC

Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar

4.7
4.7
3105 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
309 N Dawson St, Raleigh, NC 27603

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 48 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
Mulino Italian Kitchen and Bar, a locally owned Italian restaurant that has been named one of Raleigh's best by Raleigh Magazine. Located in the heart of downtown Raleigh, minutes from the Raleigh Convention Center, Mulino offers an authentic dining experience that showcases the rich flavors and traditions of Italy. Guests can enjoy classic Italian dishes made with fresh ingredients, perfectly paired with wines from Italy & beyond.

Mulino’s inviting atmosphere includes cozy indoor seating & a beautiful outdoor patio, available on a first-come basis. Mulino can accommodate parties from 2 to 250 guests. For groups of 12 or more, a special large-party menu is available to enhance your dining experience.

Parking is available at 209 N. Dawson Street, 329 N McDowell Street, and streetwise along Lane Street.

We look forward to welcoming you to Mulino Italian Kitchen and Bar, where every meal is crafted with passion and every guest is treated like family.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Pizzeria
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Samad Hachby
  • Catering
    We offer on-premise catering to wedding facilities, conference centers, clubs, and other venues.
  • Private party facilities
    Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar offers a cozy, elegant setting for private events, with four unique dining spaces. Enjoy a culinary journey through Italy with deliciously simple dishes, fine wines, and an atmosphere that makes every occasion unforgettable.
  • Private party contact
    Kim Blasing: (919) 412-8322
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Raleigh
  • Cross street
    Lane Street
  • Parking details
    74 complimentary parking spots available on site.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 3,105 people are saying

Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Raleigh

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Raleigh

    Romantic

  • Raleigh

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar offers a "beautiful atmosphere" with charming outdoor seating and attentive service. Guests rave about the "excellent" and "authentic" Italian cuisine, highlighting dishes like the lasagna and lamb shank. The restaurant is praised for its "unmatched dining experience" and is a "must-visit" in Raleigh.

3,106 Reviews
  1. Elisa

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We fully enjoyed our meal on the outside terrace. This restaurant was fabulous from the food quality to service and the very pleasant staff.

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  2. Juan

    Raleigh1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience, overall an excellent location to have fun, eat and take a weekday break
    Mulino Italian Kitchen & BarResponded today
    Thank you for your five-star review, Juan! We're thrilled you had a great time and enjoyed our location, cuisine, and overall ambiance. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Cheers!

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  3. Caitlin VIP

    Nashville3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mulino’s was SO good! The food was very tasty and flavorful. The ambience was amazing and we loved our server so much. Austin or Reed? (Can’t remember but he was from Chapell Hill) Thanks for everything.
    Mulino Italian Kitchen & BarResponded today
    Thank you for your glowing review, Caitlin! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Mulino. We take great pride in our tasty cuisine, service, and ambiance, so your feedback means the world to our team. We can't wait to welcome you back soon. Cheers!

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  4. Garrett

    Charleston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brandon was our waiter and he was an excellent server. He was attentive to our needs and never let our glasses near empty. Food was very tasty and the ambience is perfect for any kind of date night! Can’t wait to come back!

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  5. Rich

    Raleigh2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food & service. Christian was top notch. A little loud & hard to hear.
    Mulino Italian Kitchen & BarResponded today
    Thank you for your five-star review, Rich! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our cuisine and service. We always aim to provide a top-notch dining experience for our guests, and it's great to know we hit the mark during your visit. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again soon. Cheers!

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  6. Elaine

    Greensboro7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was spectacular and made our dining experience as good as the wonderful food!
    Mulino Italian Kitchen & BarResponded today
    Thank you for your five-star review, Elaine! We love to hear that our team's efforts to provide excellent service were appreciated. We're also glad you enjoyed the cuisine, and your kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to serving you again soon. Cheers!

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  7. Peter

    Greater Boston23 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Menu was a little smaller than we’d like. A few more choices
    Mulino Italian Kitchen & BarResponded today
    Thank you for your four-star review, Peter! We love to hear you enjoyed your evening with us at Mulino. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back soon. Cheers!

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  8. Mercy VIP

    Tampa12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter Grant was amazing. He made my friends birthday extra special. The food was delicious and the ambience was perfect..
    Mulino Italian Kitchen & BarResponded today
    Thank you for your glowing review, Mercy! We're thrilled to hear that your friends' birthday celebration at Mulino was extra special due to the service you received from Grant. We strive to make every occasion extra special for our guests, and your kind words are a testament to our efforts. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable dining experience. Cheers!

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  9. Jason

    Raleigh4 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on April 30, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Waiter was terrible……………………………………………………………………………..
    Mulino Italian Kitchen & BarResponded today
    Jason, we'd love to learn more about your dining experience. We pride ourselves on providing quality service, and it's disappointing to know we may have fallen short. Please contact Trevor directly so we can better understand what went wrong.

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  10. Dwight

    Raleigh1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The outside dining area is so pretty. The service was very quick and the food was delicious.
    Mulino Italian Kitchen & BarResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for your five-star review, Dwight! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your evening at Mulino. We always strive to provide the best dining experience possible, and your feedback is a great motivator for us. We hope to see you again soon. Cheers!

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FAQs

Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (919) 838-8595.

Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 3105 OpenTable diners.

Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 48 times today
Google Map for Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar

309 N Dawson St, Raleigh, NC 27603

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Lane Street
  • Neighborhood
    Raleigh
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Pizzeria
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    74 complimentary parking spots available on site.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Samad Hachby
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We offer on-premise catering to wedding facilities, conference centers, clubs, and other venues.
  • Private party facilities
    Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar offers a cozy, elegant setting for private events, with four unique dining spaces. Enjoy a culinary journey through Italy with deliciously simple dishes, fine wines, and an atmosphere that makes every occasion unforgettable.
  • Private party contact
    Kim Blasing: (919) 412-8322
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