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A few tidbits on Raleigh

A travel journal to Raleigh by eidolon

Angus Barn Photo - Angus Barn, Raleigh, North Carolina More Photos
Quote: I work near Raleigh, but don't live here. Personally, I don't see it as a travel destination, but if you are coming here, maybe some of my reviews will be helpful.
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A few tidbits on Raleigh Best of IgoUgo

Overview

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Not many highlights here, but I have provided some resaraunt reviews for people traveling through here.

Quick Tips:

Traffic is terrible on I40 between Raleigh and Durham during rush hour. Stay off the road from 6-9 am and 4-6 pm!

Best Way To Get Around:

Public transporation is not very good. Your best bet is a car.

Angus Barn Best of IgoUgo

Restaurant

Angus Barn Photo - Angus Barn, Raleigh, North Carolina
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The Angus Barn is an upscale steakhouse, with prices to match. But...service is absolutely impeccable, and the food is perfect. As you can discern from the name, their specialty is beef, and they do it VERY well. I have never been disappointed with my meal, and have NEVER had to send something back to be cooked the way I like it (and I'm fussy about my steaks). If you are interested, they also have an excellent wine menu to complement your meal. Deserts are also wonderful, if you can manage to save enough room for them. Although this is a busy place, the service is always great (they have plenty of wait staff.) They are attentive without being overbearing, and will do any...Read More

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on July 3, 2002

Angus Barn
9401 Glenwood Avenue
Raleigh, North Carolina 27612
(919) 781-2444

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Ruth's Chris has a great reputation for great food and great service. My experience here was the food was very good, and the service was attentive, but not great.

As part of a small nationwide chain that built a reputation of greatness, this particular location fell short on the day I visited.

The service was good, but not very attentive, and the steaks were good, but not as good as they should have been for the price paid.

Overall, if you are looking for a great steak house in the Raleigh area, this might be 3rd or 4th best. (See my review on the Angus Barn for the best steak house in Raleigh)

Member Rating 2 out of 5 on July 16, 2002

Ruth's Chris Steak House
1130 Buck Jones Road
Raleigh, North Carolina 27511
919-468-1133

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If you've ever been to a Ryan's, this will not be a very revealing review. It is your typical steakhouse/buffet style restaraunt. Part of a national chain, you will find the same salad/hot/desert bar you find at every other Ryan's. Somehow, this one does seem to be slightly better than others with respect to food quality, but who goes to a buffet to get good food? The name of this game is quantity. With the huge variety of food available, you are certain to find something that you'll be happy to gorge yourself on. Hungry people, come on down. If you want atmosphere, or service, or fantastic food, go elsewhere. This is strictly an "all you can stand to stuff in your face" kind of ...Read More

Member Rating 2 out of 5 on July 16, 2002

Ryan's Family Steakhouse
200 Crossroads Boulevard
Raleigh, North Carolina 27511
919-859-2454