Flavor Hills

I must first say, this is a well ran business. And i absolutely LOVE to see the quality of it being so well run throughout. Visited with my husband on a weekday, no wait time, staff was great - server was amazing. She made accommodations for me with my protein choice which meant more than she could’ve imagined. Food, service, experience was so amazing that same week i visited with a girlfriend of mine. She was also impressed for her first time which made me so happy because i take pride in recommending fantastic food choices. Anyhow - I am so excited to become a regular and just work my through their menu. Looking forward to kissing my slim back goodbye and hello to big backness.

Flavor Hills gave me an amazing experience from start to finish. The drinks were made perfectly, the food was incredible, and the staff was so friendly and welcoming. They were helpful, patient, and answered every question we had about the menu. The Brussels sprouts are truly top tier, and the shrimp and grits were savory, rich, and absolutely delicious. I’ll definitely be returning to try more of their menu—everything was on point! Ojh yeah, that sweet potato cornbread 😋 magnificent!!

Flavor Hills is AMAZING! From the food to the atmosphere to the service. Darnell was so attentive and professional. All the staff was great. Me and my friend got the fried green tomatoes, lemon pepper wings, bang bang shrimp, two heat plates, one with chicken and one with catfish, and the beignets for dessert. I would highly recommend!

I’ll be candid after waiting nearly ten minutes with no acknowledgement, I was just about ready to head out. But, by providence and good timing, a young lady named Kiya (I hope I’m spelling that correctly) walked by, and I was able to let her know I was ready to order. From that moment forward, the experience shifted completely. Kiya was exceptionally helpful, polite, and patient. Though this was my second time dining at the restaurant, I found myself blank on what I wanted. She offered thoughtful, informed recommendations that made the decision easy. Her professionalism elevated the entire moment. The service was smooth, the hospitality sincere, and the food remarkable. In fact, it was even better than my first visit.

Flavor Hills in Raleigh, NC is an absolutely TOP NOTCH restaurant! This soul food spot has magnificent food that warms your inner self with explosive tastes. The service is excellent, with great thanks to my server “PJ”. In a busy Friday evening PJ treated me like a royal. This was my first time to Raleigh and I’m delighted Flavor Hills was recommended as the place to dine. Great food, the best staff and an atmosphere that just makes you feel good to be alive and experience this place. 💕

This place is amazing. The vibe, the service, the FOOD!!! This is definitely the best soul food I’ve had outside my mama’s house. This will definitely be my new spot. My server was Darius and he is like your favorite cousin 😂. I can’t say enough good things, I’m seriously impressed. Exactly what you want when you go out

Tiffany at Flavor Hill Restaurant provided amazing customer service! From the moment we arrived, she was welcoming, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect. She had a great attitude, was very knowledgeable about the menu, and truly made our experience enjoyable. Customer service like hers makes you want to come back again and again. Thank you, Tiffany, for such an awesome dining experience!

This is my first time at flavor Hills as a native of Dallas, Texas. We have a lot of southern flavor, establishments like everything in Texas. We do it big but let me enlighten you with flavor Hills. My friend and I opted to sit at the bar. We arrived at 11 AM. The crowd was OK but as we sat and enjoyed our drinks at the bar by noon, there was a line waiting for tables so our option to set. The bar was a great choice. The two ladies at the bar were amazing, attentive and knowledgeable. They made out drinks with love and care. We both went with the southern comfort plate… split buttermilk biscuit topped with crispy fried chicken breast, a fried egg, and cajun smoked southern turkey collards, smothered in rosemary pork sausage gravy. It was delicious! Perfectly cooked and balanced flavors

I was very excited to visit this restaurant. The greeting from host was amazing. Staff were excellent. The decor was urban...it was very clean! Drinks were 10/10! Now...the food is pretty but the pre hype and social media reviews didn't match my experience and expectations. The shrimp app was probably the best thing we had. The shrimp and grits were 4/10. The grit quality and texture was loose and gritty I was expecting creaming southern grits. The Cajun dip: 4/10 - it was too spicy for my personal taste. The pita chips were overcooked and highly salted. The catfish: 9/10 The apple egg rolls were undercooked. Not sure if I would go back for the food. I would return for drinks. The manager was kind and accommodating. She addressed our concerns with grace and a smile which I really appreciated!

The food is amazing. I ordered the catfish. It was fried to perfectiom. The candiad yams had just the right amount of sweet. And the crispy Brussels have me begging for the recipe. The staff are attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. Definitely will be returning. Parking was easy to find.

I recommend getting a reservation. Our waitress Chloe was amazing! Hope we get her again. I really enjoyed myself. The music was good, not too loud. The food was so good! I got the catfish sandwich and it was delicate and absolutely amazing. It was flavored well with the sauce. The fries were good. The sweet potato cornbread was yummy. The Cajun dip was delicious. The shrimp appetizer was perfection. The collard greens were so tasty. I got an espresso martini. It was made just like how I like it. This place is a great soul food restaurant. Such a great vibe. I can't wait to visit again. I have a list of dishes I want to try.

"When in the South eat Southern things". ... but not just any southern food- I recommend you stop in here for flavor-rich twists on Southern Classics. The service was really friendly and patient, even patient with my daughter when she spilled her water and couldn't decide what she wanted. The atmosphere is fun and inviting, with music beats that aren't too loud. The food came out pretty quick and in the order we asked. The green tomatoes dish did not disappoint, and the fried chicken was all tasty and done right. My favorite was the greens, not too salty, not too hot, but some just right to take my mind back home to my younger days in the South. A great stop-in for sure during our visit here to this fun city, I highly recommend you give it a try.

Great service beginning to end. Great food, different dishes from what you typically find at restaurants. Donovan made sure we wanted for nothing. Wonderful dining experience. Definitely would come back when I'm in the triad area again.

Soooo much has changed since my first visit to Flavor Hills. What hasn't changed is the way they continue to have me in a chokehold with their scrumptious ass food Despite their flaws with time management and constant changing of staff I keep coming back. On the food front, they rarely disappoint. Going on weekends during peak brunch hours pack a snack and be prepared to wait for wash at feels like forever (their biggest flaw). But if you come prepared and don't mind the wait, they are 1000000% a must try. While you're waiting on your plate visit my girl Alexis (the best bartender/person to ever step foot in there ‍), SHE gone get you right everytime Food (when it eventually comes) and drinks always a missile. Embarrassed to admit it but I'm definitely a "regular" atp

I arrived around 11:35am on a Saturday morning in a party of two for brunch. We had reservations. We were promptly greeted by the host upon arrival. Getting seated was delayed as other two staff had prioritized sharing a picture and conversing vs seating us. After being seated, it took 7 minutes for our waitress, Nunu, to greet us. She did say she didn't see this orange pad that was on the table to indicate it was her table. She was very friendly and went over what was popular. This was my second visit and my date's first visit. We were told it would be 20 minutes to receive food when we order as the food is cooked to order. The music was the perfect volume, to me, when we arrived. However, after about 5 minutes, it got loud. I felt that I had to talk loudly in order to communicate with my friend. My friend said the volume was typically for brunches, especially when they lived in DC. I will note, that the music was a whole vibe; great selection and songs. The volume fluctuated from being perfect and loud throughout. My friend and I got a mimosa flight to share with pineapple, mango, guava, and passion fruit juices. This was ordered at 11:47am. We received it at 11:51am. We were ready to order them but the flight was just dropped off and she left. Additionally, I think they should label the flights so we know which flavors are what without having to guess. Waitress finally returned at 12:04pm where l placed our order. I got the chicken and waffle. I also got a side of breakfast potatoes. My friend got the "from the south" but got yams vs the collard greens. Apparently, there is an issue with the consistency of how the greens are cooked. The table beside us said it was too salty and they didn't eat theirs at all. Our food came at 12:20pm and it was delicious. We throughly enjoyed the food. The chicken was perfectly crispy! Overall, pretty decent 2nd experience. Waitress' attentiveness slacked off midway through up until we left. I would return.

Visited this place with my family for brunch on a Sunday. All the reviews were good so expectations were high. We arrived around 11. It was pretty empty when we arrived. The crowd arrived around noon. Parking: available on the street (street parking is FREE on Sundays) Reservations: Highly recommended Service: our waitress was not very helpful when it came to helping with the menu. My order : Catfish and grits 5/5 the catfish was seasoned perfectly and it was delicious. The grits were tasty but I could've used a little more sauce on the grits. the collard greens under the catfish were a little sweet but the flavors worked with fish and grits. I would definitely order again. The space is a decent size but it will get crowded fairly quickly. Mac &cheese : 2.5/5 It was okay. I wouldn't order it again Cornbread-2/5 the cornbread was not good in my opinion. It tasted more like an almond cake. I wasn't a fan of the flavors for this. I didn't care for it. I tried the cheesesteak scramble 4/5 . I liked the combination of spices and the sauce was delicious. It's worth ordering Overall, I rate my experience a 4/5. The food was good for the most part. There were a few misses on the flavor (insert pun) lol However, the menu is large and there are plenty of options. I highly recommend a reservation on a Sunday. Our waitress could've been more helpful but I still enjoyed the restaurant. I would recommend a visit.

The food here is very good. However the service is very slow. I believe they may just be understaffed. It didn't take away from the service or my food. The place is decorated nicely and it's a whole vibe. I've been here about four times now.

We visited Flavor Hills in downtown Raleigh to celebrate my sister-in-law's birthday, and overall, it was a good experience. The service was impressive our server was on top of everything, especially with refills, which we never had to ask for. I ordered the catfish and grits, and it was delicious! The collard greens underneath the catfish were a unique twist and complemented the dish perfectly. I also appreciated that they had a kids' menu, which made it easier to find something for my son ,a rare but thoughtful touch at brunch spots. Brunch isn't really my thing, so I'd like to come back and explore the dinner menu next time!

Was blown away when entering the restaurant. The aesthetic was amazing with a bunch of cool instagram backdrops at the entrance, interesting art pieces spread throughout the establishment, and great music playing in the background. The hostess told us that there was a 45 minute wait, but we saw that there were some spots open at the bar so we decided to sit there instead. The bartender was fast to greet us and take our initial order, but essentially non existent after that. We had to talk to another bartender who was serving the other half of the bar if we wanted anything. It was difficult to get any alcoholic beverages, refills, or really anything at all. When the food came out I was pretty disappointed. The catfish and collards were way too salty that it pretty much covered up all of the other flavors (which is saying a lot because I love salt). The yams were also way too sweet. It was difficult to eat more than a couple.

Everything was really good. Why not five stars? Although it was "good," the steak wasn't "great." Slightly salty: The shrimp was excellent, not overcooked, and the batter was just right. Wings with a hint of bourbon flavor, were a twist off of standard wings, and worked well. Southwest Eggrolls are fantastic. Almost ordered more. Mac & Cheese n greens, pretty darn good.

This place has a very nice vibe. The decor has black legends on the wall and it's bigger than it looks. The service and food were just ok. Ultimately the food and service don't align with the price point. The drinks are small and the food isn't very flavorful.

Visited on a Saturday while in town for a concert. We arrived around 1130 great time bc it got really busy after. Seated at bar bc all tables were reserved. Ordered the mimosa flight which offered four flavors. I will say the bartender was not stingy with the champagne. Initially she was alone working the bar which made the wait a while but once more staffed showed up it was a steady flow of service. For brunch ordered the catfish and grits which comes with collard greens. Also added a side of Mac and cheese. The food was hot and amazing! A friend said the same about the shrimp and grits and Hennessy chicken and waffles. Will definitely visit this spot again. Worth making a reservation if you'd prefer a table or booth.

I throughly enjoyed the food! I've been twice and had the catfish and grits and the wings both are so good!!!!

I was too busy yesterday to give my review of Flavor Hills, so here goes... The ambience is lacking. Typical flower wall, of which the LED signage on one wall wasn't even lit. Looked very ghetto (for lack of a better word ). Lots of plugs haphazardly scattered around. Ceiling has an industrial 'finish', but it's inconsistent, so just looks like it's in need of repair. 45 min wait. Table became available. At this point more than 1/2 the restaurant was empty. We were seated right in front of the path to the kitchen (which was very odd considering how empty the establishment was). We waited. & waited. & waited. Many servers walked by. I noticed the bar was fully staffed, as was the kitchen, & hostess station. No one came. I saw someone walking by and grabbed her attn.... Bingo! It was the mgr. Very weird exchange, but ultimately she said she would send someone over and apologized for the delay. (You know how you watch a comedian that isn't funny, & they keep saying matter of fact stuff over and over to the point it becomes uncomfortable?) - That was the exchange... A few moments later a dude walks up. He's ready to serve us... He says - Waddup y'all! My bad! We took a minute tah get ova here! You feel me! Imma tell you rn, the kitchen is backed up! They slammed! Imma be honest doeeee! You feel me! I'm like wth? ‍ Sir, we are not homies. Second, how are they slammed & 1/2 the restaurant is empty? Then another server approaches him. "You got them? Cuz I was bout to. Nah bro, you can. Shoot somebody need to help 'em doe.... Well, imma do it. I got em. This exchange takes place 6 inches from the table. I order a specialty cocktail. It comes out in the wrong glass, no ice, no garnish, missing most of the ingredients that are listed on the menu. I order oxtail & grits, & a blueberry pancake. The blueberry pancake has blueberry compote in the pic. He orders a French toast meal with eggs and bacon, with a side of home fries, and Mac & cheese, & a blueberry pancake . The pancakes arrive. They are very light, & have no blueberry compote. There are like 2 or 3 blueberries in the cake. I take a bite. It tastes like raw batter. I didn't receive my oxtail & grits bc I was told they had sold out, so I went with the server's suggestion of catfish and grits. The catfish was steaming hot - yay. The catfish sat atop grits & what should've been a remoulade sauce drizzle, with collards. Instead of grits with a remoulade accompaniment, they gave me 1/2 & 1/2 - remoulade to grits ratio.... And it was all lukewarm. ‍ The server replaced my cold order... The replacement was missing the remoulade sauce altogether. ‍ His French toast was very gummy and soft. Same raw pancakes. Mac & cheese looked dry and dusty like it was in the fridge since Thanksgiving. Home fries were cool. What a dreadful experience. 1/10. Do Not Recommend.

The grilled blackened catfish sandwich had so much flavor. The bun a little greasy. The sweet potato tots very very good. I will definitely come back here again.

Lets say it started off disappointing; I was craving the bourbon wings only to find out that's no longer on the menu. Our waiter PJ saw the disappointment in my eyes and the Chef sent the wings to the table. Delicious!! The Catfish and grits/ mashed potatoes were seasoned to perfection. The service was awesome. The ambiance is beautiful with portraits on the wall. Great dining experience. PJ was awesome.

We came to visit from out of town & our waitress was so nice ! She told us about good places to visit while we were in town ! The food hear is really good, we ordered two pieces of the catfish & it was fried perfect ! We loved the music in the restaurant & it was very clean. Definitely will return on my next visit !

The service is amazing! The food is delicious! And the atmosphere is phenomenal!!! I've come back multiple times and I always bring my out of town guest. The food is seasoned so well! The drinks are soo good (as you can tell by my pics -I ordered 3, lol) I could come here every week!

First time coming here and I've been waiting to try it out. Came around lunch time and got sat with my group. It took about 5-7 minutes before the server came along so that was my main negative. Other than that I ordered the short stack which came with 3 pancakes I chose the raspberry cheesecake flavor , choice of meat (choice bacon) and over medium eggs. I did enjoy my meal and it was feeling to me. I also enjoyed the decor inside aside. Price for food was average but drink prices were through the roof. I probably would try it out again.

Flavor Hills offers such a calm environment, and the service team is always professional and polite, so it is ideal where you can unwind. I always have the house salad, buffalo sauce wings, and fries as a side order, and the food is always delicious, which I really like. The other items at my table that I've had the chance to try include the Salmon Orleans, fried green tomatoes, and their fried chicken dish with mac and cheese and greens--all of which were fantastic. Definitely a solid spot for a satisfying meal!

Stopped in for brunch and was lucky enough to get Darius as our waiter. He had an extensive knowledge of both the food and cocktail menu and he was so personable from the time he greeted us. We ordered the lobster Mac egg rolls and for my entree, I had the Southern Comfort...and just as Darius advised, it did not disappoint. It was hot and fresh and everything was seasoned so well! It was literally a party in my mouth! I can't wait to come back and try something new!

This restaurant has good food and an amazing atmosphere. The bbq jerk wings are flavorful and still had a crunch. The jerk crab dip was not a hit with us. The chicken sandwich was juicy and seasoned well. The painting of the great artist is awesome. Is it 1 single painter?

This place was 10/10! First and foremost the vibe was immaculate! From the art on the walls to the music and when we went there was a live band. For drinks we both had the Hills old fashion and it came in a Smokey box to get that smokey flavor which was achieved. For food starter we had the firecracker salmon! Not super spicy but very flavorful and juicy also a good portion for 2 people. For entrees my husband had the rattlesnake pasta with chicken. The pasta was cooked to perfection and the grilled chicken with seasoned well and juicy. I had the from the south dinner which was fried wings, greens and Mac and cheese. Theta wings were very crispy, seasoned and juicy. The greens were extremely good as well and loved that they used turkey meat instead of pork since a lot of people don't eat pork. And the Mac and cheese was super creamy and cheesy with a perfect amount of crunch. Our server, T, was super friendly and personable. Overall 10/10 would recommend and I can't wait to come back!

I made a 4:15 reservation for 2. Upon entry I thought the decor and wall art was very nice. I enjoyed the r&b and hip-hop playlist inside. There were some pleasantries when I arrived at 4:20 a few minutes late but no clear direction when they learned my other party hadn't arrived yet. I had to inform the front host station I would wait at the bar. Very standoffish behaviors towards customers as the first individuals to interact with me before being seated. This was odd. Later on, I received a text that my reservation was canceled. I sat down at the bar. Will immediately acknowledged me as well as other servers nearby. My cocktails were the highlight here. Gin mule was refreshing. Great balance. French 75 was perfection! Will is a great bartender who checked in often. I tried the Cavier of the South. Pimento cheese is an all-time favorite, so it was a hit for me. The sweet chili buffalo sauce added a different but really good flavor to this dish. For my entree, I had the Bayou Bay Catfish with rice and spinach. This was not as expected. The flavors were a more overly seasoned and more salty and less buttery-spicy flavor that is expected for blackened. I typically don't need lemon with my fish, but perhaps adding a lemon to this dish would help neutralize the saltiness. Overall, not much to write home about here when it comes to this dinner (food) for me. I appreciate the chef coming out and being receptive to the feedback I provided on the taste of my food. I also appreciate the level of service from Will. The chef's receptiveness and Will's bartending expertise took this to a 4-star experience. I look forward to trying Brunch.

We made a lunch reservation for a group of us to celebrate my coworkers birthday and were pleased with the quality of food and service. This was my first time at Flavor Hills, I heard mixed reviews about it but I always try to experience places myself despite what others may have experienced. I love that it's a black-owned business, I always try to support when I have the opportunity. Overall the service was great, the food was seasoned and delicious. I had the Catfish & Grits, the catfish was perfectly fried and grits were very flavorful. The place is very uniquely decorated with colorful painting of Black artists around the restaurant. Theres a designated area at the front of the restaurant to take photos which I love. It seems like it would be a great place for groups of friends or brunch in the weekend.

Girls night! Cane on a Friday around 7pm for dinner. Was seated in a timely manner toward the back. Which I didn't even know existed until we turned the corner. The area was giving it sometimes has tables there and sometimes doesn't based on the crowd. They pushed 2 tables together for us as we waited for our 3rd guest. Now. Here comes the issues. First, they had a live saxophone player doing covers to music. Love that. But let's be aware of how loud the music is as a whole. I was literally yelling at my friends to talk. Not enjoyable for a dinner to catch up about our lives. The waitress was even bending down to get closer to us to hear what we were saying. If your staff can't hear the correct order because of music, that is a problem. Especially when it's something that came be controlled. Second. The drinks. Very straight forward menu, didn't seem like they could veer off the path if I wanted something other than they offered. I tried their winter version of an espresso martini. The drink arrived very messy. Presentation is everything. And the drink was pretty good, but grabbing the drink with chocolate syrup on the stem and more of the drink on the bottom is not cute. Third, the food was GREAT. Super fresh, loved the flavors. But for the first 2 problems alone, I'd only carry out food from them moving forward. I just can't do loud music in an environment where I'm trying to eat and have conversations with my people. So maybe if they tweaked that a bit and worked on drink presentation, I may be back. I can also be in the minority of people who feel this way about the place. But we are going for honesty here. Love supporting a Black owned business so hopefully they make some more adjustments along the way to make the dine-in experience more inviting.

We were excited to dine at this restaurant after hearing a few rave reviews. I made a reservation a week prior for 3pm on Saturday. I arrived about 10-15 minutes before the reservation and was advised that I would be checked in once the tablet came back to the desk. A few minutes later a male host brought back the tablet & I told him I needed to check in. He told me that they weren't seating anyone until 3. When I got there approximately 8 people were standing in the foyer near the check in area waiting for a table. Several more arrived after I did. There are no seats to sit in while waiting for your table. And because of the size of the foyer and its location, it was easy to be in the way of people trying to enter or exit the business. A few minutes after 3, one of the three hostesses began randomly writing down the names of the individuals that were waiting for a table. A short time after that, the male host told us that the kitchen was switching over from brunch to dinner and that they would now not be seating anyone until 4pm. A few tables had gotten up since I arrived but there were still multiple people still sitting at the tables at this time. I asked about sitting at the bar but was advised I could sit there but my order would not be taken there either since people that were already seated hadn't placed their orders yet. My initial impression when I first arrived and was waiting to be seated was that there was not any urgency about anything and they were not trying to accommodate people. Once we finally got seated after 4pm, I noticed that the decor was very nice & colorful. The restaurant itself has some tables, televisions, & a bar inside. It is a decent size but not very spacious and could have been constructed better. Our servers were nice & attentive. We got our appetizers very quickly after we ordered them. We loved the caviar of the south which is fried pimento cheese balls with a sweet chili Buffalo sauce & bacon. It was a great combination and the flavors meshed well together. The crab fries were ok. For my entree, I got the bayou bay blackened catfish topped with crab and served with mashed potatoes and asparagus. The sides were ok and the catfish while seasoned well had a lot of fat. I didn't enjoy it. I went into the bathroom while at the restaurant and there was no tissue in the stall I went into and the water pressure was extremely low in the faucet. Since the restaurant just opened last week we tried to extend some grace to the business. They definitely have a lot of work to do in regard to getting a flow and being more organized. When I dined in that day, it was stated that they are booked for the next two months for reservations. Hopefully it will get better with time.

This was my second visit to Flavor Hills, and I was just as impressed as I was on the first visit. We made 8pm reservations for a Sunday night and were seated right away when arriving about 10 minutes early. Q was our awesome server and welcomed us pretty quickly after we were seated. Q was extremely knowledgeable of both the drink menu and the dinner menu, and helped us narrow down some choices. We both ordered drinks, which were very good. We started with the fried green tomatoes, which are topped with crab meat and an aioli. I was surprised that it was actual lump crab, because in this area the menu may say lump crab, but 9 times out of 10, it isn't. The fried green tomatoes were pretty good, the crab and aioli were a great add of flavor. For our entrees, my daughter had the Fried Catfish, over collard greens and grits. I had that my first time at Flavor Hills and absolutely loved it, and knew she would too. I ordered one of the Chef's Specials, Steak Frites, medium well. Oh, their fries are some of the best!! The Steak was cooked perfectly. I only needed a butter knife to cut it. We both thoroughly enjoyed our entrees, every bite so so delicious! Although we were stuffed, I had to order dessert this time, they didn't have any during my first visit. It was very hard to choose because they have such a great selection. We decided on the Sweet Potato Churro's and were so glad we did. They were an absolute perfect finish to a perfect meal. Flavor Hills is vibrant!! Full of beautiful artwork on the walls, great music, plenty of seating, including a large bar area. Great service & great food!!

The atmosphere was inviting, host staff and bartender were very friendly and helpful, and the cocktails and food were fantastic. Might be more like 4.5 stars because the wait time (given that I was the first/only customer for a while), but honestly, the experience was good enough that the wait was pleasant. Shrimp and Grits - Butternut Squash Salad with Blackened Salmon - Cornbread - Blacker the Berry Sour - 1/2

This restaurant is fantastic, fun and the food is quite a culinary experience! I came here for the first time today during a business trip to Raleigh, and the menu did not disappoint. It offers a variety of gourmet plates and desserts. I tried the Apple Bourbon Chop and it was delicious and perfect! For dessert, I went for the Red Velvet Creme Brulee, and I devoured that thing in a second! It was really good! The ambience is great with a lot of diversity and professionals, couples who appreciate a good restaurant like I do. There is a full bar with limited options of beer. The common areas a clean with a lot of art to look at. The servers were professional and friendly. Now, keep in mind that this restaurant is in downtown Raleigh, so there is limited street parking, especially during busy hours. However, there are parking garages and public parking lots nearby. I came for dinner at 7 p.m. and parked in a public parking lot about a block away. The rate was $5.25/hr. Overall, 100% recommended, and I can't wait to come back.

Wow! What an amazing local spot to go to. Food was literally the best. Every single thing we ordered was hot, fresh and flavorful. The service was amazing as the waitress was perfect! The atmosphere was so laid back and chill. Smooth music playing and just a relaxing vibe. Definitely will go again when in town!

Great vibe and atmosphere! Our server was awesome and as attentive as he could be even with a difficult party next to us. I recommend the bang bang shrimp starter and the pork chop entree. The chop was cooked to perfection! The potatoes and Brussels sprouts needed a little more salt but altogether I give the entree a solid 9 out of 10. I'll be back to try the brunch options.

We will absolutely be back. We had a great experience and the food was phenomenal. We started with Pineapple Whiskey Sour and an Under the Sea. Both were carefully crafted by our bartender and quite tasty. We wanted dinner and to try something new. We started at the bar for drinks and decided to get something to eat and ended up with the most delightful dishes. We ordered the Bourbon Glazed Salmon with Brussels sprouts and spinach and the From the South with macaroni and cheese and collards. The food was so good which made up for the service being a little slow. The only thing I would've loved to have known about before ordering was that the smoked turkey they use in the collards uses liquid smoke which is a slight turn off for me but not a complete deterrent from going back. It was cool to see that they had an artist painting a live portrait throughout the night which enhanced the vibe of the restaurant. If you read bad reviews of this place it can only be assumed that the people who are reviewing are not interested in food that has seasoning and flavor and that personal struggle should be redirected at K&W instead.

Really cool atmosphere, the catfish sandwich and potato's were great. Good service. Make a reservation because there usually is a wait unless you can get a seat at the bar.

Food was excellent but we waited an HOUR after finishing eating just to check out and we were made to feel like it was our fault. Everyone's working during the week and we spent an hour sitting waiting on our day off. Very disappointed. I usually don't write reviews.

The place came recommended and didn't disappoint. As soon as you walk in, the smell of greens hit you in the face. We made a reservation and sat immediately. There was music playing and an artist paint a very nove portrait as you walked through the restaurant. The art kn the wall and decor fit the place so well and I would have loved to take some art home. We ordered the shrimp app and it was soo good. Wished we had some more sauce on them. The shrimp were a great size and fried to perfection. Great option to share. All options were amazing on the menu but we couldn't pass up on the catfish and grits. The catfish was fried so well. It was crispy, jucey and so flavorful. The grits were seasoned and cheesy. It also had the greens which I really wanted to try and they did not disappoint! I loved the vinegar notes in it. Service was great and the server was very nice. Menus available on you phone which was easy. Great place for dinner or brunch.

I visited this restaurant on a Friday night. It is best to have reservations because it can be a long wait without one. We were seated immediately. Server took a long time to come greet us. We ordered the wings @ the hills and the hot honey chicken sandwich. The wings could have been cooked a little more but overall the food was decent. Food took entirely too long to come out. Located downtown with street parking.

I finally visited Flavor Hills 2nd location here in Raleigh. The Jacksonville location is still one of my favorite restaurants in the state because they have mastered true southern hospitality. The food is consistently delicious. I arrived this Friday evening a few minutes before 5:00. Peak Happy Hour made traffic a struggle in this area. I was late for our reservation and my friend decided to find seating at the bar. I'm glad she did because service was excellent. Will was our waiter at the bar and he was a true gentleman and great bartender. He recommended the Pineapple Whiskey Sour cocktail. Will knows my heart. I enjoyed how he prepared this drink. It was not sweet and garnished to perfection. We had the Caviar of the South as an appetizer. Pimento Cheese is a Carolina staple. I found this dish delicious and creatively themed. For entrees we had the blacked catfish & fried catfish with grits & collard greens meal. My fried catfish was delicious and consistent with the same dish made in Jacksonville. I enjoy the recipe. Very filling and flavorful greens and catfish. The executive chef made his rounds to chat with us and collect feedback. I found this to be hospitable. Some misses for me: The face of the restaurant is the host at the front desk. Having staff who reflect light and warmly welcome guests was lacking here for me upon arrival. Jacksonville has mastered what service means. Will provided a top tier dining experience for me and that helped redeem my favor. The bathrooms need to be kept up as many guests are dining here. The ladies room was unacceptable today. Flavor Hills is a favorite for me despite the misses. I will return for brunch and hope to see some positive changes.

I really really wanted to love this place, esp. since it had been recommended. The two of us ultimately had the catfish and grits with calamari and drinks. The calamari was probably from a frozen product; it was smothered in sauce. They were out of the ribeye steak, but e didn't find out until several minutes after we ordered it. Drinks were pretty thin. The collard greens were way over cooked and almost melted in your mouth (great for meat but not collard greens). One order of grits were cool and the other a bit over cooked. I'll give the place another try. Maybe they are still trying to get the kinks out. I'll update my review of the next visit is better. Oh and they forgot to remove the ribeye steak, that we didn't get, from the bill. Uggh!!!

The food was awesome! The ambiance was great they played Caribbean music which was my jam. The food was great the only thing I hated was the long wait. Our waiter was kind and he ensured we had everything we needed.

I can't say enough good things about this Restaurant! The food was AMAZING! The staff was delightful! I just wish we had one in Wilmington! The fried green tomatoes were to die for, the collards rivaled the best I've ever had!! Run do not walk to this treasure in downtown Raleigh!!!

Darius was amazing! It was our first time and he was very informational and on point when it came to service. The French toast was great as well as the lobster and Mac egg rolls! Highly recommend! Ask for Darius!

I wanted to like this restaurant so bad but it did not meet expectations. We arrived at 730pm on a Thursday evening and were told there was a 30 minute wait for 3 people. After waiting almost an hour, we checked back in and they said another 15 minutes. After about 15 minutes, we fortunately saw 3 seats open at the bar. Unfortunately, the service got worse. My friend waited 30 minutes for a drink. And when she asked the bartender about her drink, he became really defensive. It took about 45 minutes for our food to come out. And right as our food came out, we received notification that our table was ready. The food was cold and not impressive. I have no desire to come back. The customer service was beyond poor. They dropped the ball by not providing an accurate waiting time. The bathrooms were not clean either. There are a lot of issues to resolve for this new restaurant.

I was excited to try this new restaurant, after viewing reels on social media. To my surprise, my first experience was not a great experience. I became frustrated after waiting too long to receive my food. The cheeseburger that I ordered was bland, thin, small, and did not have an appealing presentation. The french fries were hot, but were not seasoned. I opted to try salmon cakes, but the cakes tasted like they had been thawed, and drizzled with remoulade sauce. The cakes were also too fishy. After speaking with the manager, my bill was cancelled. I decided to give this restaurant a second chance with a party of four two weeks ago. Once again, after waiting to be seated for 1 hr, I decided to dine at a different restaurant. The wait was too long, and it was upsetting seeing open tables, long wait times, and slow service. The flow at this restaurant is slow, as if the owners have no experience. This is not cool, considering that this restaurant is located downtown on Fayetteville St. in Raleigh, NC. On the upside, the ambience was contemporary, and the music was groovy. Overall, I do not see another visit in the future any time soon. Don't believe the hype from social media reels advertising this restaurant!

I've tried this place twice so far and it still did not disappoint the second time around. The only thing we didn't like were the fried deviled eggs, it had fried chicken on the top and it wasn't our favorite. The fried catfish was AMAZING and seasoned very well . Their pimento cheese bites are to die for and their mimosa flight was good. Great ambiance with the music , service was great. It's a must try. Keep in mind it is downtown Raleigh so parking can be an issue and due to the set up there will be a wait for larger parties.

We were staying in a hotel nearby and found this place on a walk through city center. Stumbled in and found a true gem! Everything was delicious! The vibe was nice with rnb tunes playing. The servers and bartenders were friendly and even gave us advice on nightlife. We ordered the porcine deviled eggs and jerk crab dip for starters, and the dirty fried chicken salads as entrees. Everything was 10/10. We actually tried to go back here again the same day for another meal but they weren't seating at the time. Will travel back to Raleigh just try more.

I have been waiting for them to open since I saw their sign months ago. I stopped by right when they opened on Day 1. I was trying to be customer #1 to sample their delicious food. I was greeted by the friendly staff, the owners that also own the Jacksonville location, and the bartender. They were all very friendly. I was told how all of the food is made to order, and not batch made ahead, which I really liked, that way I don't get stuck with some dried up food, or brick like grits. The really did a nice job with the ambiance and the artwork on the walls. Everything is clean, and orderly, instead of the busy chaotic restaurants that have an odd mishmash of stuff. As it was early I ordered something simple, instead of something heavy. I will say that the Sweet Potato Tots are really good, and the portion size is decent as well. I much prefer tots over fries anyway. I do believe I will return at a later time, and bring friends. #2024-8 #537