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Northside Bistro & Cocktails, Raleigh, NC

Northside Bistro & Cocktails

4.8
4.8
741 Reviews
$31 to $50
Bistro
Welcome to Northside
An upscale neighborhood bistro, with a refined New American style. Whether you're a first-timer or one of our regulars, you'll love the unmatched ambiance and our innovative cocktails that fuels a bustling dining and bar scene.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 3 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Bistro, American, Italian

  • Hours of operation

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

  • Phone number

    (919) 890-5225

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    John Scarangella

What 741 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
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. JerryP

    Raleigh

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Second visit and the service and food were just as good if not better than out first visit. The Wellington is amazing
  2. ForrestN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Chef John does a wonderful job. Food was superb! If you have not made it there yet...you are missing out. Make a reservation today!
  3. beachgirl

    Raleigh

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love this restaurant. I always have a great meal, and the servers are always amazing.
  4. StraightUp

    Raleigh

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    This is one of our favorite spots in Raleigh for a great meal. I’ve dined here at least 6 times now and the service, drinks, and food have all been consistently excellent. The staff is genuinely enthusiastic about the food and the chef/owner and it’s clear that the culture is one of quality. My favorite entrees are the gnocchi and filet and the hashtag tuna (you will not believe that the broccoli can taste THAT good) but I tried the Beef Wellington last night and was really impressed. Also loved the duck wings and artichoke app. We live near sone pretty awesome restaurants and yet I will make a special trip to go to Northside because it is such a great experience overall. You will not be disappointed!
  5. KarenH

    Chicago

    28 reviews

    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service, food, and ambiance! Thank you for a wonderful evening!
  6. KenM

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    Good atmosphere, great food. A little loud for my tastes, but everything else was excellent.
  7. Hogan

    Raleigh

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful family dinner at Northside Bistro. It was our first trip and the food and service was excellent. With appetizers, deserts, and drinks to go with 4 entrees it's not an inexpensive meal, but delivered a quality that you don't get at the average restaurant. I imagine we will go again sometime in the not too distant future. Definitely worth a try if you haven't been.
  8. HollyW

    Raleigh

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful meal at Northside Bistro and the service was excellent!!
  9. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best meal of my life. Chef John is an Angel. Will be coming back.
  10. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Never disappoints!! Samantha is an awesome server and very attentive! So happy to support a locally owned business, that is consistently delicious
  11. DruS

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Northside Bistro never disappoints!! Bill and I have never had anything but a terrific experience there!!
  12. JoeG

    Pittsburgh

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first visit. The food was top notch. We had 4 different meals and they were all fabulous. I would definitely return.
  13. Wouldhe

    Raleigh

    55 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    55 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dinner at Northside is always a treat. The gnocchi is the best that I have had ANYWHERE!
  14. Lreev

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was inventive and delicious as always. The duck entree was the best I have had in Raleigh. The service was professional and attentive. It was a wonderful evening.
  15. SDBNC

    Raleigh

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    One more in a long series of epicurean delights. Somewhat pricey but well worth the cost!
  16. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food!!!!!! Fantastic service and great atmosphere
  17. RLee

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food and atmosphere. Staff was very friendly. I highly recommend Northside Bistro.
  18. Mari

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall2food1service5ambience2
    We lunched here 6 months ago and loved the food. Now the food quality has been poor, especially the rice and shrimp dish: overcooked and dried out. The seafood crepe was not on the menu so I substituted another seafood in a pastry shell. The caesar salad was not good and used old romaine. There was a nice crowd at lunch but the noise of the rock music was too much for us. I don't think we will return.
  19. LarryH

    Raleigh

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had excellent service from our waiter. He arrived at our table within a minute of being seated to take our drink orders and was very attentive throughout our meal. When asked, he made some recommendations that were excellent. The food itself was also excellent - we had a duck appetizer, a gnocchi and beef entree along with a salmon and stuffed crab entree.
  20. Disappointed

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Northside Bistro and Cocktails never disappoints! I luv the Steak
  21. DanielB

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and great food My first visit I will be back soon!
  22. GailB

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great. The beef tartare was delicious. Our entrees were also great
  23. jlynn3266

    Raleigh

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food here is amazing! We started off with the Brie and Brussels and the Octopus. Both were SO amazing. I had the It’s About Thyme cocktail and it was top notch. For our main courses, I had the gnocchi and beef tenderloin and my husband had the hashtag tuna. Both of which were divine. We finished off with the Nutella Crunch dessert which was, again, amazing!!! Highly recommend this place!
  24. Mitchell

    Alabama

    5 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    I thought the ambiance was beautiful and our server was great. She was very attentive and accommodating. The appetizers were fantastic! I highly recommend the mushroom caps. The main courses took a bit of a downturn, though. They were good, but not great…especially considering the price. The gnocchi and tenderloin was amazing, as was the duck. However, I can’t say we overly enjoyed the lobster risotto or the Wellington. 
  25. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, service and atmosphere. Wine list was paired well with food offerings.
  26. JoanneC

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service. Very diverse menu. Excellent portions and quality.
  27. LoriV

    Raleigh

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and the chef and staff are very friendly.
  28. MaryS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service were excellent. 100% recommend!
  29. Lreev

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Imaginative Food, fun atmosphere, kind and professional service.
  30. SherryO

    Raleigh

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food great service. We enjoyed our dining experience.
  31. OpenTable Diner

    Wilmington

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing restaurant! We have never had a bad meal. Great energy. Very creative menu and scratch made.
  32. Ronnie

    Raleigh

    50 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Really good place. Will keep it on my rotation of casual places, good menu, good service and nice atmosphere Would recommend
  33. Chris

    Raleigh

    60 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    60 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    We have been to Northside quite a few times and enjoyed this visit. Food and service was good as always. Menu, while varied, has changed. A lot of heavy/rich entrees (Beef Wellington, Crabmeat/Salmon) but, oddly, no chicken entrees. Finally, we were seated near entrance and temp was in 40s. They need to do something about the draft. Still good but not as good as past visits.
  34. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    4.5/5 Overall we throughly enjoyed our meal and will most definitely be back! Our top favorites of the night — duck wings, ahi tuna, bolognese, beef Wellington. We also had the ceaser which was delicious but dressing was a little watery. Other entrees ordered which were really good but not great, crab stuffed salmon and the short rib. Desserts — million dollar pie is incredible!!! Crème brûlée was just ok. Great ambience, chef checked on table, service is great!
  35. SusanK

    Raleigh

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Our meals were really good. The service was ok. Server would come by every :20.. we had to flag him down to get refills, etc. prices are on the higher side but guests in shorts/jeans. Seems like restaurant can’t decide if it wants to be upscale or very casual.
  36. BrianGGG

    Raleigh

    65 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    65 reviews

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Just an all-around great place. Good food, great service, what else would I need?
  37. MCM10220404

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food and service was excellent. Will definitely be back
  38. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ordered several cocktails, appetizers, entrees & dessert. Everything was excellent! Service was exceptional! Highly recommend!
  39. Mstful1

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The ambiance was inviting and sexy. The March Madness game was on and it still was an amazing experience not like a sports bar but enjoyable game gazing and reactions. Everyone was dressed nicely also. The wait was a bit longer than expected, since we had reservations. That was because previous guests were lingering longer than the hostesses anticipated. The food was great. We had the beef wellington (cooked to perfection). And my gnocchi was pillow soft. If you you're looking for a great place for a night out, this is a wonderful choice. Enjoy!!
  40. LBWebb

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this restaurant!!! Food is always spectacular!

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
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Northside Bistro & Cocktails offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (919) 890-5225.

Northside Bistro & Cocktails is rated 4.8 stars by 741 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 3 times today
Google Map for Northside Bistro & Cocktails

832 Spring Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC 27609-9100

Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    Raleigh

  • Hours of operation

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

  • Cuisines

    Bistro, American, Italian

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    John Scarangella

  • Additional

    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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