Boatman Spirits Co.

Date night with friends was absolutely amazing. We loved Boatman Spirits Co. When we first arrived we were greeted at the door by two amazing host. The first welcomed us and the other showed us to our seat. I wanted to know if they validated parking and they said yes! for one hour. I loved that they have a covered parking deck. Our server who's name I cannot remember was absolutely amazing. He was very knowledgeable of the menu and the cocktails and made some awesome suggestions. We ordered small plates and were satisfied and we also order a couple rounds of cocktails which we thought were great. One of the things that we chatted about was the acoustics in the restaurants - it makes it really hard to hear the server but it wasn't bad enough that we wouldn't return. We were able to hear each other well. The restaurant is stunning and the food is delicious. I would definitely go back because I really wanted to try the main dishes. Overall great restaurant and an awesome addition to the Raleigh food scene.

Went here with some friends to have cocktails before going to another restaurant for dinner. We were seated quickly, atmosphere was nice and the drinks were good. Service was a little slow, but I’ll chalk that up to this place just opened and they are getting their feet under them. Music inside was way too loud, hard to have a conversation. With that said, I will come back to try the food and have more drinks.

They are still working on getting the distillery operation ready so this review will focus on the dining/cocktail experience. I guess I went into this with the wrong expectations. Given the distillery and press coverage focused on food and cocktails I expected an atmosphere with more dark woods and leather vibe. The restaurant is very Mediterranean in aesthetics. Nice but caught me off guard. Also, the liquor selection behind the bar is limited, typical of any nice restaurant, not a cocktail forward establishment. When I asked the manager about that he said they plan on rotating stock over time. The cocktail selection is good and creative. Our waitress also knew the menu well and wasn't too shy to admit when she needed to check with the bartender on some specifics. I started with the Simon Senior which turned out to be our favorite cocktail of the night. It was presented beautifully and tasted as good as it looked. My wife tried the Dripping with Emeralds which was also good and quite strong but she preferred the Simon Senior. So much so that the waitress noticed and when the bar accidentally prepared an extra they presented it to her free of charge. Very nice. I then tried the Cleopatra Julep which was good but my favorite Julep is still the one I had at The Merchant. For food we shared the hummus which was excellent, smooth, creamy and very good pita. Also the tallow fries, swordfish and za'atar wings. These are small plates and the serving size was as expected. All the food was prepared and presented well. I have to call out the za'atar wings as my favorite though. These are the most tender chicken wings I have ever had. We will have to go back when the distillery is in action. They have exciting things planned.

Where do I even begin? I stopped into Boatman Spirits Co and walked out absolutely in love. Tucked into the ever-growing and vibrant Seaboard Station in Raleigh, this spot is an absolute must-visit. Whether you're a local or just passing through, Boatman Spirits is the kind of place that will keep you coming back. The vibe is a perfect blend of modern comfort and upscale charm, but it’s the food and drinks that truly shine. Specializing in craft cocktails and small plates, Boatman Spirits Co is killing it on every front. We ordered a spread that included the flank steak (which was so good I didn’t even get a photo before diving in), stuffed dates, hummus, fried halloumi, and a fattoush salad that honestly deserves its own spotlight. Every single item was beautifully presented and bursting with flavor, fresh ingredients, bold spices, and thoughtful execution in every bite. Whether you're looking for a date night destination, a place to impress out-of-towners, or just a spot to treat yourself, Boatman Spirits Co delivers. I’ll definitely be back and next time, I’ll try to remember to take pictures before devouring the food!

We booked a reservation for a group of four to try out this new restaurant in Seaboard Station. While they have only been open a week or so, I can say that they are doing a great job in bringing something new to the Raleigh restaurant scene. We started with three appetizers- the hummus, fried halloumi bites and the za’atar chicken wings. The hummus was so smooth and delicious we immediately ordered more pita to go with it. The fried halloumi bites had a dipping sauce with a kick that everyone enjoyed and the wings were seasoned perfectly and were paired with the most delicious tzatziki dipping sauce. Next we ordered the lamb kafta burger, herb fries and the flank steak. The stand out here was the steak- it has the most delicious bordelais sauce and potatoes. We also tried some of their cocktails- the presentation was on point and each cocktail had such a unique flavor. The overall atmosphere of the restaurant is breathtaking the moment you step into the restaurant- from the tile to the ceilings it was truly beautiful. The only reason why I gave it four stars was due to the noise level, it is quite echoey and can be hard to heard but it wouldn’t deter me from going back. Our total bill for four was around $200 and we split all the food below and had 7 cocktails and 1 beer. The alcohol alone was over $100 so always remember drinks will run up your bill! In the upcoming weeks they plan on adding more to their food and drink menu so a second trip will be happening for sure!

My friend and I had an incredible time at boatman spirit. The food was amazing and the atmosphere is truly special. We will most definitely be back!

I'm glad they just casually blast this wonderful music for everyone to enjoy past 11PM on a Wednesday. And as you can tell by all the customers enjoying the outside seating it definitely isn't just annoying all the residents in the surrounding apts for no reason. You would think that a bar that opens up under two different apartment complexs would have some kind of respect for the residents. But unfortunately the boatman does not, for the sake of people that have to wake up for work on Thursdays I hope this bar either permanently closes or rethinks it's music decisions.

The drinks and food are incredible. Our servers Darwin and Mike were so gracious and so funny. Definitely try the Crystal Gimlet and the Halloumi bites.