Restaurant
Unclaimed profileThe Raleigh Times
Raleigh, NC · $$
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Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
The Times pairs a serious beer program with a creative cocktail list and a compact wine selection. Belgian bottles, local drafts, and a THC-infused mocktail show range. The Oktoberfest Beer Dinner adds event credibility, while cocktails like the 1915 Old Fashioned keep the bar grounded in tradition.
- What should I order?
- Start with the 1915 Old Fashioned, a rye-based classic. For beer, try Haw River Regents Rye Tripel or a Belgian bottle like Chimay Blue. The RTB Bloody Mary with a beer sidecar is a savory option.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Beer enthusiasts will appreciate the Belgian-focused bottle list and rotating drafts. Cocktail drinkers will find creative options, and those seeking non-alcoholic or THC-infused beverages have distinct choices.
- When should I go?
- Evenings are prime for the full bar experience, especially during special events like the Oktoberfest Beer Dinner, which sells out.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $11–$14; wines by the glass $10.50–$12; draft beers from $7; Belgian bottles like Chimay Blue at $12.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- An extensive Belgian beer list, a cocktail menu with house-made components like Earl Grey syrup and pickle juice, and THC/CBD beverage offerings set it apart.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Ten cocktails with house-made syrups, cordials, and infusions. Classic and playful, from the rye-based 1915 Old Fashioned to the Tajin-rimmed That's What She Said. Bloody Mary customization with a beer sidecar adds value.
Menu strengths
- — House-made components like Earl Grey syrup and pickle juice show craft.
- — Bloody Mary can be customized with a draft beer sidecar.
Standout selections
- — 1915 Old Fashioned with Old Overholt rye, Angostura bitters, sugar, and orange zest.
- — Grow Up Heather with gin, Earl Grey syrup, raspberry cordial, and house-made sour.
- — RTB Bloody Mary with house-pickled green beans, pepperoncini, and candied bacon.
Pricing: Cocktails priced $11–$14; Guava Rosé Sangria $44/carafe; Bloody Mary beer sidecar $2.
Wine
A compact list with sparkling, white, and red options. Includes a non-oaky California Chardonnay and a German Riesling. Glass and bottle pricing available for some.
Menu strengths
- — Offers both glass and bottle pricing for select wines.
- — Includes a diverse range of regions and styles.
Standout selections
- — Les Allies Brut sparkling with apple, pear, caramel, and yeast notes.
- — Visuals Absent in the Void Chardonnay, tropical fruit forward, no butter.
Pricing: Les Allies Brut $10.50 glass / $39 bottle; Visuals Absent in the Void Chardonnay $12 glass / $41 bottle.
Beer
Extensive draft and bottle list emphasizing Belgian styles and local North Carolina breweries. Rotating features include THC/CBD beverages. Hosts a multi-course beer dinner.
Menu strengths
- — Deep Belgian bottle list with Trappist ales and sours.
- — Local NC representation like Haw River.; Special events like Oktoberfest Beer Dinner.
Standout selections
- — Goose Island Sophie, wine barrel-aged Belgian ale.
- — Haw River Regents Rye Tripel, brewed with NC-grown rye.
Pricing: Draft beers like Goose Island Sophie $8/12oz, $40/growler; Chimay Blue $12/11.2oz bottle; Oktoberfest Beer Dinner $80/person.
Nonalcoholic
Several non-alcoholic beers and a THC-infused mocktail. Options include Athletic Golden Dawn, NA La Chouffe, and NARC lime lager. CBD/THC sparkling beverage adds novelty.
Menu strengths
- — Variety of non-alcoholic beers from craft breweries.; THC/CBD-infused options for those seeking alternatives.
Standout selections
- — THC Ranch Water Mocktail with 5 mg Delta 9 THC.
- — Séance Mango Tiki Punch with 5mg THC & 5mg CBD.
Pricing: Séance Mango Tiki Punch THC/CBD $9.50.
Spirits
Spirits appear only within cocktails, featuring rye, vodka, gin, tequila, and mezcal. No standalone spirits list or pricing found.
Standout selections
- — Space Cowboy with mezcal, fresh lemon, and honey syrup.
Pricing: No dedicated spirits pricing available.
How it sits with the food
The award-winning burger pairs well with a robust red or a hoppy IPA. The beer dinner format showcases intentional food-beer pairings.
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