518 West Italian Cafe
Raleigh, NC 27603
Phone: (919) 829-2518
- 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 MoneyOn Monday nights, 518 West discounts list wines 50 percent.
Look GoodIf 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 SitIf 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
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.
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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