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518 West Italian Cafe

518 W Jones St
Raleigh, NC 27603
Phone: (919) 829-2518
518 West Italian Cafe
Price:
$$
Hours:
Mon 11:30am-9:30pm, Tue-Thu 11:30am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11:30am-10:30pm, Sun 10:30am-2pm, 5pm-9pm

Editorial Review for 518 West Italian Cafe – by Alex Leviton

In Short
The noise level is energetic, but the space is segmented enough for easy conversation. Brick warehouse walls and a sleek wood bar greet guests upon arrival, while two floors of intimate tables line Venetian plaster walls. Pizzas coming out of the traditional wood-fired brick oven are topped with inventive items such as salsa or squash--or the stand-bys of pepperoni or mushrooms. Spaghetti bolognese is slathered in homemade marinara and satisfying Italian sausage chunks.

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Insider Tips

Save Money

On Monday nights, 518 West discounts list wines 50 percent.

Look Good

If you want to impress your date with an intimate table in an unusual setting, try reserving the table next to the lion-head fountain.

Where To Sit

If you reserve a table, make sure you let the staff know if anyone in your party has limited mobility. Staff members will be sure to put you on the first floor.

User Reviews for 518 West Italian Cafe

Citysearch (23), Trip Advisor (1 ), All (24)

2 Star Rating: Below Average

07/01/2008 Posted by projecte

I've been here a couple times and every time I've been underwhelmed with their pastas or desserts. And the times I took dates there it indeed lacks a romantic setting. It actually gets pretty loud and it hard sometimes to talk to the person across from you.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

06/30/2008 Posted by 518

If you come to our restaurant (or any other for that matter) obviously overly intoxicated and acting belligerent, please do not expect to be served more alcohol. In fact we take pride in serving our guests with respect and dignity. I should hope that you could try to do the same in future encounters with service staff.

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Editor's Review

A taste of sophisticated Italy at modest prices in Glenwood South.  See the full editorial review.

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On Monday nights, 518 West discounts list wines 50 percent.

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Restaurant Information

Parking

  • Lot

Hours

  • Mon 11:30am-9:30pm
  • Tue-Thu 11:30am-10pm
  • Fri-Sat 11:30am-10:30pm
  • Sun 10:30am-2pm, 5pm-9pm

Dress Code

  • Dressy-casual

Cuisines

  • Italian

Payment Types

  • Visa
  • American Express
  • MasterCard
  • Diners Club
  • Discover

Meal Price

  • $$

Amenities

  • Romantic Dining
  • Open 7 Days
  • Date Spot
  • Lunch Spot

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