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Gravy, Raleigh, NC

Gravy

4.1
4.1
3610 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 22 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
When we say ‘gravy’, we mean tomato sauce. Experience classic Italian-American fare with a contemporary flair in the heart of downtown Raleigh when you dine in our cozy space or our vibrant courtyard. Our culinary artisans craft dishes with the freshest seasonal ingredients so that you can enjoy a rich and authentic taste of Italy, right here in North Carolina.

Looking to host an event? Select the link below to learn more about our Wine Cellar, The Upstairs, and Jiddi Space & Courtyard for your next celebration.

For parties of six or more, please call the restaurant: 919-896-8513

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Comfort Food
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (919) 896-8513
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    We're now offering group catering! Please email teamgravy@gravyraleigh.com.
  • Private party facilities
    For information regarding private dining, please contact us at teamgravy@gravyraleigh.com and devan@empireeats.com.
  • Private party contact
    Devan: (919) 455-0351
  • Neighborhood
    Raleigh
  • Cross street
    Hargett
  • Parking details
    There is a parking garage next door, plus on street parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 3,610 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gravy in downtown Raleigh offers a mixed dining experience. Guests rave about the "amazing food! great service!" and highly recommend signature dishes like the goat cheese and tomato ravioli. However, some diners report inconsistencies in food quality and service. Overall, Gravy is praised for its "warm and welcoming" atmosphere and accommodating staff.

3,610 Reviews
  1. Ellen

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambience was pleasant and festive. We were seated immediately upon our arrival and greeted by our waitress. We received appetizer and drinks quickly but our meals took 25-30 minutes to arrive. When we were served dinner, the gnocchi and bolognese were delicious. The meatballs were non-descript and dry, little seasoning. The eggplant parmesan was salty and the pasta served with it was chewy. We will return but will likely not order staple Italian dishes.

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  2. Steven

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and great service. The rest of this review is just here to meet the minimum character limit. Please continue with your day.

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  3. Claire

    Raleigh

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on December 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and our waiter was very personal and helpful.

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  4. Joseph

    Raleigh

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was good, (e.g., fried calamari was cooked perfect), the wine excellent (I had the quattro mani montepulciano). One thing to note on the food, I tried the spaghetti alla carbonara despite it not being made in the traditional way. It tasted good but the spaghetti was over cooked. We made reservations through open table. About 20 minutes before our reservation time we got a text stating our table was ready. I replied to indicate we were on our way, however, when we got to the resturant they were surprised we were there early and did not have a table ready for us. We waited about 10 minutes then they sat us down a few minutes early. Not sure if this was a Gravy issue or an Open table issue? Decided to just let it go…. Overall we had a good night would go back again, might do a few things differently.

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  5. Michelle

    Raleigh

    8 reviews

    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    Gravy is one of our favorite Italian spots. We booked a reservation for 7:30 pm. We were celebrating my birthday. The food was yummy, as always. My issue is that it was COLD Saturday night. They sat us right by the door. We asked for another table. The hostess was rude about it and said there were no other tables. We noticed the other two-person parties coming in and were seated further back. Several did not have a reservation as I heard them if any tables were available. My husband and I ate with our coats on. Usually, we like to chat, have a few drinks, etc. We ate and left. Suggestion: If a person has a reservation, they should be comfortable. Also, if the weather is cold outside, maybe you shouldn't sit the tables up front or try to move them if possible. Disappointing birthday dinner. The only saving grace was good food!

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  6. David

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We were looking for a restaurant with traditional Italian cuisine and this place fit that perfectly. They had a multitude of different sauces (gravies) along with an extensive wine list. I had the salmon and my wife had the gnocchi. She made gnocchi with her Mon growing up and loved their dish. Our wait was very nice and on her game. Thank you for a nice dinner.

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  7. Jill

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was mediocre at best, nothing special. The price is appropriate for what you get. The restaurant was clean and the server was fine. The greeting at the door for reservations is cramped and leaves you standing half in and half out while you wait for the party in front of you to be seated. I probably will not go back. But maybe if I was younger I would based on price. I ate my food. It was fine, just nothing special.

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  8. Lea

    Raleigh

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    The service was horrible. We waited around 15 minutes before we were given water and greeted, and we ordered our food and appetizers immediately after. The appetizers arrived within a normal time frame, however it took over 50 minutes after our appetizers came for our food to come. Multiple other tables were seated, served their food, and left before we even received our dinner. We did not receive an apology from our waitress– the situation was not even acknowledged. It's a shame the service was so horrible, as the food was delicious. It used to be one of my favorite spots in Raleigh, but I will not be returning.

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  9. Rob

    New York City

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Made 7:00 reservations but weren’t seated until 7:30. The waitress rarely checked on us. Took 30 minutes between ordering appetizers and entrées. No apologies for the long wait. This isn’t the first time we’ve experienced poor service here so probably won’t be coming back.

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  10. Anita

    Raleigh

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came for an early Thanksgiving. It was wonderful!

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FAQs

Gravy offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (919) 896-8513.

Gravy is rated 4.1 stars by 3610 OpenTable diners.

Gravy does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 22 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Gravy

135 South Wilmington Street, Raleigh, NC 27601

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Hargett
  • Neighborhood
    Raleigh
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is a parking garage next door, plus on street parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (919) 896-8513
  • Catering
    We're now offering group catering! Please email teamgravy@gravyraleigh.com.
  • Private party facilities
    For information regarding private dining, please contact us at teamgravy@gravyraleigh.com and devan@empireeats.com.
  • Private party contact
    Devan: (919) 455-0351
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