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Peak on Salem, Apex, NC

Peak on Salem

4.5
4.5
473 Reviews
$30 and under
American
Drinking great wine with great food in good company is one of life’s most civilized pleasures.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 8 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Fine Dining

  • Cuisines

    American, Cocktail Bar

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–8:30 pm Tue–Sat 11:30 am–2:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm

  • Phone number

    (919) 446-6060

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Neighborhood

    Apex

  • Parking details

    In the heart of Historic Downtown Apex, NC. Parking on side of the building and in the rear.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 473 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. Lynnp

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our 8th anniversary dinner. The owner gifted us a piece of chocolate torte as a surprise at the end of our dinner! He also gave us the bottle from the excellent port we enjoyed with dessert. The Ribeye steak and the scallops were absolutely delicious. Our waiter was extremely knowledgeable about the menu and the wine selections. The wine list is substantial. You are sure to find one you like. The prices of the wines were good, too. Some places nearly double the cost of a bottle of wine from what you could get retail, but Peak does not. There was only a reasonable increase (service and corking, etc.) Our waiter was professional and anticipated our needs throughout the meal. The restaurant accommodated my request for the table we wanted and held it even though we were a few minutes late due to difficulty parking. Overall, I highly recommend Peak for fine dining, without the stuffy atmosphere and exorbitant prices.
  2. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    Overrated restaurant with pushy waiters. Charging 4% extra if you use credit card to pay for your meal.
  3. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service and food is always on point. We love Peak on Salem.
  4. CherylC

    Raleigh

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience4
    The place is cute and the vibe is fun. The food was tasty and the service was good. My only complaint is the choices that were provided for a Sunday brunch. I expected to see some fruit; there was none. I expected some bread products to go with the made-to-order omelets (which were delicious); there were dinner rolls (to go with the meat) and dessert-like muffins and nut breads (all tasty) but no toast, bagels, or english muffins. I thought the price per person for the mother's day buffet was a bit high, and there was not much room to walk the buffet line which was situated in the aisle with the bar. I will still come back because the place was nice and the food was good.
  5. EricMR

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    This place is charming and the food and drinks were very good. Although we had to remind our waiter about forgotten drinks a couple of times, he was friendly and quickly responded. I will definitely return; however, next time I will bring cash. My only dissatisfaction is that 4% is added to the total bill if you pay by credit card. The prices on the menu reflect cash prices, which isn’t clear until you get the bill. Our bill was over $400 plus tip for 6 of us, so 4% adds up.
  6. KrisB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great night for a prom group who had a fabulous time. Thank you for a memorable evening.
  7. jill

    Raleigh

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food. All three of our dishes were delicious, a little unusual and very generous portions Service was excellent, fast, efficient, professional. The ambiance is fine but nothing special, a bit dark and industrial. With the high level of food I'd have liked a table covering, but that's me, old fashioned. A very welcome addition to the local dining scene.
  8. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall3food2service2ambience4
    The service was slow and the food was mediocre. I won’t be back.
  9. CarolC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    New to the area. First time there. We'll be back.
  10. FlorenceG

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Friends were visiting from out of town and wanted to have lunch at a nice restaurant. They were very pleased with our lunch experience.
  11. AniyahM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service! I would definitely recommend.
  12. NorbertW

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The ambiance is wonderful. Our waiter - Josh-was quite superb.
  13. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was my second time at the restaurant and I love it just as much as the first time. I had the shrimp and grits and it was amazing! Going back for sure!
  14. DougW

    Orlando

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    First time here, great attentive service, creative food choices, met the chef and owner who were very informative and sociable. Will be back for certain!
  15. Herb

    Raleigh

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice place in downtown Apex. Interesting old building with some modern art. Food was delicious and service was good.
  16. MonaR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food, atmosphere and staff were outstanding. Have been many times and never disappointed
  17. Drew

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    This is a nice upscale place in a great location. If I am to be honest though, the food is very average
  18. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    The new menu has fewer options - only one fish option, and middle of the road steak options. The drinks were good. The server was weak… not very helpful with menu. No personality… reached across the table to drop the food instead of walking around to her side of the table.
  19. ReneS

    Raleigh

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience4
    We booked reservations for Easter with our family and were never informed that it was a set 3 course menu at $50 per person. Most of our party of 8 were not happy about the extremely limited selections nor the quality of what was served, especially at $50 a head. The peanut butter pie was wonderful - best part of the entire meal.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very satisfied with the entire meal. Food was amazing as well with the server. Could use more comfortable benches with padding instead of hard wooden benches.
  21. NCMom

    Raleigh

    36 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    The food and service are the stars at Peak. Fresh food, excellent preparation and so delicious. Service was also very good and they seated us in a quiet area to enjoy our time. Only caveat was the smoky old fashioned...no need to dilute w shaken ice.
  22. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service! The apps were amazing! The manager was very nice!
  23. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food and ambiance! Our server was attentive and helpful. I had the soft shell crab special and my fiancé had the scallops. We both loved our dishes and the portions are healthy enough to have leftovers. Also, the smoked salmon dip was amazing. We want to go back to try different dishes.
  24. KevinH

    Raleigh

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Steak was a bit overcooked but still very good. Calamari was delicious and all sides were really good also. Had the Crème Brulee for desert and it was outstanding. Restaurant does add fee for using CC so if you want to save a few $$ bring cash.
  25. soles1121

    Raleigh

    22 reviews

    3.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall3food2service2ambience3
    We went for Apex Restaurant Week. The choices on the pre fixe menu were pretty good. Our server seemed overwhelmed from the time we sat Diane til the end of the meal. It took an hour to get our entrees and we all ordered from the pre fixe menu. It was obvious 3 of the dishes out of 6 had been sitting for some time before they were served. The pasta dishes were dry and not very hot. The mushroom stir fry dish was also not hot. The 3 chicken dishes were hot and had good flavor. We did end up taking our dessert to go since we had been there for over 2 hours. The flourless chocolate torte was very good. It proves yet again service and food are not consistent.
  26. KasparM

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great Food and service! Sat outside and everything was great
  27. RashmiP

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food, awesome ambience. We loved it and will be back.
  28. Holly

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Everything on the menu is delicious. Carmel apple mule was impressive!
  29. rayt

    New Orleans

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Bar was fantastic mixologist able to creative. Presentation and food over the top
  30. BillW

    Cincinnati

    45 reviews

    5.0

    45 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Greeted very graciously and welcoming by the front Staff Management. Our Server Payton took very good care and made certain all was well. Payton represented the Restaurant in a very professional and courteous manner. The food was fantastic! Very plentiful and hot! The Belle and Evan’s chicken was fantastic! Roasted Cauliflower was a large share! Very tasty! The cocktails were good and strong, which I like! Nothing worse than paying a lot for a weak drink. Not the case here. Highly recommend Peak on Salem. Great food and atmosphere!
  31. Keri

    Raleigh

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    The food, cocktails, and service were all lovely!
  32. Clint0bean

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    Overpriced for what it is. Service is very good. Easy to get reservation.
  33. NancyT

    Wilmington

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Of the 4 lunch menu selections we ordered, each one of them was very tasty and enjoyed by all.
  34. FramedCooks

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The Peak is one of our favorite go-to restaurants in Apex. We love the options of eating at the bar, inside and outside. Their cocktail list is super fun, and their menu is lovely - not a ton of choices but we always find something we really like (their blue cheese potato chips are not to be missed!).
  35. soles1121

    Raleigh

    22 reviews

    4.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    We had a great dinner. The food and service were good.
  36. OpenTable Diner

    Naples

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on March 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was absolutely perfect in every way. We look forward to ding at Peak again.
  37. GlenS

    Raleigh

    12 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Service was excellent. Food was good. Ambiance was fine. Value not as much. The portion size for $18 calamari was incredibly small. Plus 4% credit card surcharge was unnecessary.
  38. OpenTable Diner

    Western NC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Our waiter was well educated and polished. The brussels sprouts were delicious. Love the ambience. Looking forward to going back.
  39. TimL

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food and service on a special Valetine's Day date night were fantastic.
  40. TarHeelBlue

    New England

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food at reasonable prices. Everything cooked perfectly. Great service and free parking.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Physical distancing

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

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Peak on Salem offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (919) 446-6060.

Peak on Salem is rated 4.5 stars by 473 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 8 times today
Google Map for Peak on Salem

126 N Salem St, Apex, NC 27502

Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    Apex

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–8:30 pm Tue–Sat 11:30 am–2:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm

  • Cuisines

    American, Cocktail Bar

  • Dining style

    Fine Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    In the heart of Historic Downtown Apex, NC. Parking on side of the building and in the rear.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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