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Mandolin, Raleigh, NC

Mandolin

4.5
4.5
2813 Reviews
$30 and under
Southern
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Mandolin

4.5
$30 and under
Southern
Raleigh

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 30 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Mandolin is a breath of fresh air to the Raleigh dining scene, combining a casual atmosphere with fresh, contemporary, Southern fare. Mandolin uses the highest quality local ingredients to create seasonal menus that resonate with foodies and casual diners, alike. We share our food in a relaxed, cozy atmosphere that replaces the stuffiness of fine-dining with Southern charm. The menu and ambiance reflect the character of Raleigh itself- a blend of rustic and refined, contemporary and traditional, rural and metropolitan. Mandolin, like the City of Oaks, is Southern at its roots, but draws influences from around the world. We love our new home in Hayes Barton, just a stone's throw from Five Points, on the corner of Oberlin and Fairview.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Southern, Contemporary American, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Brunch Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (919) 322-0365
  • Website
    http://www.mandolinraleigh.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Sean Fowler
  • Private party facilities
    Mandolin is located in the charming Hayes Barton neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. Featuring a soulful, modern farmhouse aesthetic and celebrated contemporary southern cuisine, Mandolin is the perfect backdrop for any gathering.
  • Private party contact
    Events Coordinator: (984) 212-0311
  • Location
    2519 Fairview Rd, Raleigh, NC 27608
  • Neighborhood
    Raleigh
  • Cross street
    Oberlin
  • Parking details
    We have street parking in front of the restaurant on Fairview Rd. We also have use of the parking lot behind State Farm and Hungry Howie with its entrance on Oberlin Rd. We also offer parking at the offices, located on the opposite side of the Oberlin-Fariview intersection from the Mandolin. Valet Service available Friday & Saturday nights.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,813 people are saying

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

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Review summary

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Mandolin offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food and fantastic wait staff." Known for its vibrant brunch, the fresh, local ingredients and creative flavors are a hit among patrons. The atmosphere is charming, but it can be "loud," so come prepared to enjoy a lively setting.

2,813 Reviews

  1. Tad

    VIP

    Raleigh

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Yhe food was great fresh and interestingly prepared . Out server Rory was attentive in just the right way.

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  2. Michael

    Raleigh

    8 reviews

    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was slow and basic order inaccurate. Seemed to be an indifference to the inaccuracy and the time taken to get the correct order out. To be fair: -We were a table for 8 with 2 kids, and the restaurant full. Don’t know if there was an issue in the kitchen. It was the indifference that annoyed me more than anything. - My previous brunch experience was excellent.

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  3. GEOFFREY

    Milwaukee

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Overrated. Food undercooked at many tables that night

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  4. Anne

    Raleigh

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful lunch in a beautiful atmosphere. Kale Caesar salad was delicious. I will definitely go there for lunch agiain.

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  5. Dan

    VIP

    Raleigh

    28 reviews

    3.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on December 4, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Menu has gotten just a bit too over the top. Had the pork tenderloin. Average at best

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  6. Julie

    VIP

    Chicago

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service and atmosphere. Liz did a wonderful job serving my family of 4! Definitely will be back.

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  7. Krista

    New York City

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Beautiful restaurant, service was good. Food was tasty, but expensive (which is what we expected). We waited quite a bit for our food, so I’m glad we ordered the corn bread, which was delicious. The lighting was shockingly bright and took away from the ambience of the dinner, which would be my biggest feedback! Overall good experience.

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  8. Miles

    VIP

    Western NC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    6th visit. Treated me so sweetly for my birthday. Loved Kelly and her pens. Top notch staff and restaurant

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  9. Jeffrey

    VIP

    Raleigh

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, ambiance, and food. A plus all the way.

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  10. Eric

    Tallahassee

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice ambience. We were there early so few customers. Waitress seemed new but adequate. Starters - pumpkin soup - 5/5 delicious. Salad with beets - 4/5 - nice variety of elements. Mains - sea bass $44 w/cauliflower. 4/5 Second main steak frite - lacked taste 3/5 didn't finish Overall a nice restaurant but for prices charged you expect to be wowed by everything. Certainly, a safe choice, but I would choose elsewhere , pay less, with the same result. It's probably just me, but I don't get the expensive restaurants, you pay a lot more and YES, some part of the meal is above standard, but usually 1/2 of it is ordinary. For me, I would just as soon as eat at an average restaurant and pay 1/2 the price. Sorry. This is why I would not be back here unless I was seeking the ambience for a special event.

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FAQs

Mandolin offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (919) 322-0365.

Mandolin is rated 4.5 stars by 2813 OpenTable diners.

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

A photo of Mandolin restaurant

Mandolin

4.5
$30 and under
Southern
Raleigh

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 30 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Mandolin

2519 Fairview Rd, Raleigh, NC 27608

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Oberlin
  • Neighborhood
    Raleigh
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Brunch Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Southern, Contemporary American, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    We have street parking in front of the restaurant on Fairview Rd. We also have use of the parking lot behind State Farm and Hungry Howie with its entrance on Oberlin Rd. We also offer parking at the offices, located on the opposite side of the Oberlin-Fariview intersection from the Mandolin. Valet Service available Friday & Saturday nights.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Sean Fowler
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.mandolinraleigh.com/
  • Phone number
    (919) 322-0365
  • Private party facilities
    Mandolin is located in the charming Hayes Barton neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. Featuring a soulful, modern farmhouse aesthetic and celebrated contemporary southern cuisine, Mandolin is the perfect backdrop for any gathering.
  • Private party contact
    Events Coordinator: (984) 212-0311

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