J Betski's

The food here is delicious and gorgeous! We got the mushroom and cheese pierogis, the classic potato and cheese pierogis, the potato crisps (with tallow!) to start and all were tasty! The mushroom pierogis definitely a highlight. The special of the cinnamon ginger marinated pork chop was perfectly cooked with great additions to the plate - albeit not the recommendation I would give for those who want packed diverse flavor. The jagerschnitzel was 10/10. The staff were quick and funny, overall all people related things were great! It is a bit hot inside and there is a slight slope to the outdoor seating that make some chairs always a bit wobbly - just something to keep in mind if with older guests. Definitely will come again!

Absolutely love this restaurant and their staff. The food is delicious and filling (especially the pierogi!) The owner went above and beyond for my family and hosted my baby shower of 45 people. It was the perfect atmosphere and we had the whole place to ourselves. The service level was top-notch wedding level (I fully expected for them to bring the food out and leave a self-serve drink station, but they served individual sliced cake and refilled drinks the entire time, frequently checking on guests to see if they needed anything). They worked with my budget and put together an amazing spread of food. The mocha semifreddo cake was out of this world! The staff even helped me decorate leading up to the shower. We are continually impressed with every aspect of this restaurant from the food and drinks to the service. It ended up being a godsend for a happy family gathering and a lifetime of memories.

Lataisha with Offline - Everything we had tasted amazing and was very fresh. The scallops were seared to perfection and the brisket was sooo tender. The accouterments paired well with each dish. The service was impressive, everyone was so nice. We are excited to return.

J. Betski’s delivered a wonderful dining experience. The service was excellent, friendly, attentive, and welcoming. The drinks were well-crafted and complemented the meal perfectly. The highlight was the shrimp burger, which was the best I have ever had, fresh, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. A fantastic spot worth returning to.

Lauren with Offline - Came here with a German friend and she was absolutely floored by how many dishes she recognized from home. We tried the oxtail pierogies and the jagerschnitzel and both were delicious! Hands down the best schnitzel I've ever had, and my friend said it was a tasty spin on a traditional dish. The pierogies were also very good and the sauce on them was stellar. The staff were all so helpful and friendly, too, and the food came out SO fast! We would absolutely come back here, with Offline or without!

I want to start by saying they use a Toast Tab, I am not a fan of this system as I feel like I am my own server, it’s difficult to edit drinks and requires me to be on my phone and they said to order things at a pace so that it doesn’t come out at once. I never ordered another drink because no one asked me if I wanted one- the easiest way to increase a tab. No pictures of the Pierogies because they were consumed quickly and were delicious. The spicy margarita was indeed, spicy. The steak was well seasoned and served with a fresh salad. Would go back for the food but likely lunch over dinner.

My mother and I stopped here for lunch, and we were so glad we did! The atmosphere was welcoming, and the staff made us feel right at home from the moment we walked in. Our meals were fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. We especially appreciated how attentive and friendly our server was—they checked in just enough without being intrusive. It was a really lovely experience and a perfect spot for a relaxing lunch together. We’ll definitely be back!

Yolanda with Offline - The food and drinks were incredible. Delicious. The beet salad, smoked trout, ice cream… air kisses to the chef 👌🏾Plus I tried the Albariño - Eulogio Pomares white wine and Polish Pepper Sunrise cocktail both of which I’ve never seen on a menu and were delicious. Shout out to the bartender. Good service and recommendations. Comfortable restaurant, free WiFi and free parking. I’ll come back another time I’m back in Raleigh ❤️

My cousin made reservations here last night and I honestly wasn't sure what to expect. It was a cute atmosphere, not too flashy. The QR code menu with poor cell service was kind of annoying, but we fumbled thru! Sadly I don't recall our main servers name, but I must commend the exceptionally efficient, quick service from the team of folks that delivered drinks and all of our food items to the table. I would also like to suggest making a change to the signage for your restrooms. As I waited to use the ladies room, staff encouraged me to use the men's room as each restroom was single use, so why not take down the traditional gender signs? Changing gears, on to the most important part of the review in my opinion; the food!!!' I had the opportunity to sample a number of appetizers! The pumpkin pirogies were out of this world amazing!! The croquettes and the pretzel pieces were pretty darn good too! I ordered the burger with a pirogi on it and wow, it was one of the best burgers that I've had in a long time!! The potato "wedges" that were served with the burger were really good too! I appreciate the insight provided by the one employee when we asked how they made those potato wedges things. I was also very impressed with the quality of food for the price. The meal was a zing and of course we had to sample some dessert too! The apple walnut strudel was delicious as well! Thank you so much for a wonderful dining experience! I am looking forward to making a future visit and plan to sign y'all's praises to my friend that moved her from Germany a few years ago! Thank you!

I have been to J Betskis twice now and my experience has been great both times. The staff is really friendly and the service is timely. Both times I've gotten the Buttered Bourbon Old-Fashioned and it is delicious. P.S: It can get a bit sweet so ask for light syrup. This time we got the Mushroom Three Cheese Pierogi and the flank steak. I'd recommend both items. The flank steak was perfectly charred and cooked a medium rare. We also got a cucumber salad as a side. Nothing fancy but it was refreshing. P.S: They have implemented a QR system where you can scan your phone to place an order and pay for your tab as well. It works because you can order when you are ready and don't want to wait for the server. One drawback is that it won't let you add notes to your drink order in case you want to customize your drink. In my case, I had to walk up to the bar and let them know that I wanted my drink with less syrup.

My son and I had the chance to try this restaurant recently. The layout is open, featuring a bar near the dining area, which can get a bit loud. We tried the pierogies with sweet potato filling, which were prepared well and had good flavor. My son had the pork with cranberry broccoli, and the pork was very tasty, with a nice portion. I had the crispy ginger Asian chicken with a potato stick and coleslaw. The chicken was moist and tender, with a good crunch, and the coleslaw was tangy with a touch of sweetness; the potato stick was my favorite part, and I could have used more. The service was good, but note that you'll need to use your phone to order with a QR code. When that didn't work for us, a waiter took our order. This was my first time here, and I'll have to come back for a second try in the future.

Overall good with a few quirks. They operate solely off a QR menu with toast app ordering. You can order what you need when you want it, which because it was around 5PM on Saturday was very efficient, but the app allows for no customizations, substitutions or special instruction. IE sauce on the side, no caramelized onions, etc. The wait staff was pretty attentive and friendly enough but it was odd not having an actual server. We had the pretzel for an appetizer and it was fresh and delicious. The sauce it came with tasted really good but was a bit thin. The Jagerschnitzel was perfectly cooked and came out quickly but was warm, not hot. The sauce and accompaniments were all good. We decided upon the gingerbread cake for dessert. Plating looked good, and the sauces were a nice addition. The texture was slightly sticky and good but it had way too much spice. I like a strong spice flavor but this was extreme, like slightly burning sensation on your tongue extreme. No exaggeration. It's hard to get German food in this area and while I'd like a little more variety of German items, we'd come back again.

The best pierogis I have ever had!! The food is always delicious, fast service, friendly staff. We've been here twice now and each time we wanted more pierogis and said we need to be back soon!

The food was good, but very beige it wasn't appealing. The gentleman that waited on me wasn't very friendly and did not make me feel welcome. However, the young lady who seated us was very friendly and very nice. As far as ambience, it feels like a warehouse I feel the field was overpriced for the portion and the location.

Ventured out in snowy Raleigh to the comforting German restaurant, J Betski's. Everyone that works here is incredibly nice and welcoming. Food was ordered with a bar code on your phone, and the service was incredibly fast. We started with the mushroom pierogies, which were incredible! The dough was chewy and crisp on the outside, and the filling was rich, cheesy, and umami. We also shared the cabbage and cauliflower salad which had delicious pickled cauliflower and onions, and the toasted pine nuts on top added a nice nutty flavor and crunch. My husband had the venison goulash meatballs - the goulash was very flavorful with warming spices and a hint of spiciness, and the meatball was very tender. I had the chicken stew, which was very rich, buttery, and herbaceous. The only issue we had with our entrees is that they weren't hot, which would have elevated the great flavor they had. We ended our meal with their soft pretzel and braised cabbage wedge. We missed the big salt crystals on the soft pretzel, but the side of mustard it came with was superb. The cabbage wedge was deliciously braised in beef stock and balsamic - very flavorful and tender. Overall this was a hearty, warm meal, perfect for a snowy night. The service was delightful and fast. The only issue was the entrees being room temperature, but all the food was very flavorful and well-priced. We will be back! 7/10 s *Mushroom & Three Cheese Pierogis: Polish dumplings filled w/ mushrooms, gruyere, parmesan, & mozzarella *Cabbage and Cauliflower Salad: coriander-turmeric-rice wine vinegar marinated cauliflower & cabbage w/ red bell pepper, toasted pine nuts, saba *Venison Goulash Meatballs: venison ' pork meatballs in goulash sauce over spaetzle *Chicken Stew: braised chicken in cognac gravy, root vegetables, mushrooms, spaetzle *Cabbage Wedge: balsamic glazed & charred *Hot Beer Pretzel: housemade sourdough & pilsner soft pretzel w/ spicy sweet mustard

Our server was really nice, he explained how the Qr code works and the menu and how to make payments too! He didn't assume we would know how it works, and we really appreciated how nice he was. Too bad I didn't get his name. The indoors had no space when we got there so we got a table outside but then when a party left, we asked our server and he was very accommodating and seated us inside as it was a little too warm for us outside. My mum is a vegetarian and she also really enjoyed the veg options I ordered for her! We ordered 3cheese mushroom and the potato cheese pierogi, hot beer pretzel, kale and quinoa, cheese spaetzle, baked oysters and the jägerschnitzel we were pleasantly surprised by how good everything tasted. The caramelised onions and breadcrumbs are a good addition on the pierogi and spaetzle. Got a less sweet mocktail, was very basic but not the best. Loved the Togo options too, picked up a few samples, and will definitely be back for the food (dine in and/ or to go :))

I'm a fan of J Betski's! I think it's a great spot for a casual but delicious dinner. I like that you order through the QR core, but you still get assigned a server. Each time I've been everyone has been very friendly and helpful. The pierogi's are tasty, definitely a must order here. I recently gave the pierogi burger a try and it did not disappoint . You can tell they hand make their tasty burger patties. The spaetzle is also always tasty as well. They have a solid drink menu and best options to chose your flavor profiles for mocktails. Looking forward to heading back in.

The pierogis were incredible and the brisket burger killed it. How is this place not a 5. The potatoes as a side were fire. The one negative is i wish there was more of it. My son enjoyed the brisket plate as well. What a gem to hit while visiting from Richmond.

Food: I do not say it lightly when I tell you this is my favorite restaurant, hands down. The food is amazing, the staff is friendly and welcoming, and the price is great considering the olympic sports they go through to ensure quality meat, produce, preparation, presentation and overall experience. J. Betski's is also well versed in dietary exclusions and/or special recommendations i.e kosher, gluten free, dairy free, vegan (I am gluten intolerant). Service: Although they use a barcode system for customers to order their food now, I do not mind. It's a relief not having to touch a sticky, disgusting menu that will ultimately be cycled out and tossed in a landfill eventually anyways. I mention this because I see a lot of the reviews hating on the barcodes. The server is essentially a waiter/waitress and they act as such! They fill your glass of water as soon as you sit down, and provide a decanter full of water for endless refills. They are there if you have any questions. Bonus, the owner John almost always comes out to check on my husband and me, and open to any suggestions. For example early on, a lot of customers were giving poor ratings because of the "sterile, clean, bright" environment, so they started to dim the lights and add candles to give the people the ambiance they wanted. Values: I love their strong family values and enjoy seeing his wife and children when they visit. It makes it feel less stuffy. The restaurant is named after the owner's Grandmother, a fun fact I learned. Staff: It says a-lot about a business when the staff has been there for a decade or more, too. They care deeply about their staff and go to great lengths to provide them with long term employment and it shows. I saw this during COVID when all small business' were truly hurting.

The last time that I dined at J Betski's was when it was located in Seaboard Station so I was excited to check it out again. We started off with the potato and cheese pierogis and the cabbage-kruat-mushroom pierogis. For drinks it was a glass of sparkling rose followed by the buttered bourbon old fashioned for me and a cocktail for my husband. For our entrees it was the seared diver scallops for me and the schnitzel for him. We could not pass on dessert so we ordered the orange almond bread pudding. All of the food and drinks were so good. If you are craving German/Polish food then this spot is a must visit.

We enjoyed the ambience and food! Staff is very attentive and nice!! The online ordering and payment makes it easy

Excellent taste and quality in the food, 9 out of 10; customer service and friendliness of staff 7 out of 10, atmosphere ambience 8 out of 10

We've been sleeping on J Betski's! Easy ordering at the table via QR code Indoor/outdoor seating options Delish pierogis Beautifully plated dinners (that was truly a surprise! Like the plating was wonderful!!!) Great German beer options Will definitely be back, we were so happy to find this spot!

What's old becomes new again and such is the case for the new J Betski's! A long-time favorite for German and Polish eats, J Betski's shut down during the pandemic and moved to a new location off Whitaker Mill Road. Given that there are so few German or Polish dining options in the area, it's great to see it back! Inside, the space is a bit more modern and less dark, while still retaining an Eastern European sensibility. Bar in the back, a bunch of 4-tops and a large covered patio up front. They only opened this past weekend but I hopped in for dinner to see how things were. The place was very busy on an early Tuesday so I'm guessing all their old customers and clients were excited. I ordered up some delicious, pan-fried potato and cheese pierogies along with a crispy and unctuous pork chop which was slow-roasted pork shoulder in a panko-crusted coating, yum! Service was solid as usual and the place is still getting up to speed so be patient! Overall I'm quite happy to see J Betski's back online and look forward to visit #2 and trying their classic caramel-bacon, chocolate torte!

First time at J. Betski's. Not a fan of German/polish food so wasn't sure I would like it. Ordering directly from the QR code at the table was a little different but it was efficient and the food came out fast. Servers were friendly and easily accessible if you needed them. Our water glasses were filled immediately and a large carafe of water left on our table which I love. I ordered the seared tuna appetizer and the beet salad. Both were absolutely fantastic. Generous portion of the tender tuna and fabulous flavors in the beet salad. My husband adored the duck but was a little disappointed that his pretzel didn't come with cheese. I probably won't be back because there wasn't much on the menu that appealed to me but what I did have this time was delicious and a great experience. Glad I tried it and would definitely recommend to others.

We've gone to J Betski's a few times, and there are definitely positives; the staff are extremely nice and very diligent, and their more traditional German entrees are good. Their vegetable sides are awesome -- especially the cabbage, sauerkraut, and fried potatoes. Unfortunately, their non-traditional/more experimental dishes are not good at all; they are overly salted and either very overcooked (usually) or undercooked (only happened to me once, but it was a pork chop and completely raw in the middle). I don't like to leave this review on a place that legitimately does have good food when you play it safe, but for the prices I don't think I will try anything new from them again after several disappointing dishes.

Small sit down neighborhood deli or takeout place that is actually a store front of a pharmacy but nice comfortable atmosphere and plenty of tables to relax at. My girlfriend and I were greeted at the counter by the owner and he gave us menus and pointed out the specials for the day. Ordered the "Nassau County Pastrami" sandwich to share (girlfriend never eats much). She almost ate the whole thing because it was delicious!! I ate my half which was chock full of pastrami and other unique toppings like pickled okra, havarti cheese etc. and the red of hers. Truly the best sandwich we've had in a long time! Delicious!! Cool relax city deli vibe in a pretty old classic neighborhood near downtown Raleigh. We'll be back from Cary again!

BLUF: Those one-star reviews complained about the default tip percentage. I wouldn't trust them too much. Those one-star reviews are useless. They essentially complain about supporting small business and one of them their entire table apparently ALL ordered just the schnitzel, how about trying J Betski's many other delicious dishes! While we miss the vibe of the old place, we also love the new modernized approach. Each one of their dishes feels crafted and thought through. The sourdough pretzel's crusty exterior and tender interior. The potato's crispy exterior and delicate fluffy interior. These textures and flavors can only be made over night! Their use of the electronic ordering and pay system is very straightforward and easy to use. It allowed us to really control the pacing of our entire dinner.

Had very high hopes for the reopening So basically it's a self serve concept. Think Bar Taco minus the friendly staff. You seat yourself. Place your order(Drinks and Food) using your phone. So no interaction with a human to ask questions etc. I would describe them walking around the restaurant like Zombies, could barely get their attention. 18% service charge was automatically added to the bill. What did they do? . I did all the stuff a wait person would of done except deliver the food. I am was so ready to leave I didn't notice the 18%and I tipped on top of it. Food was great.

I was craving german food. But i thought there wasn't any German food in Raleigh...till my husband discovered this place. I've tried many german restaurants but this one... actually made us cry, no joke. We sampled almost every thing. It felt like a german grandma was back there cooking. Every thing was so fresh, authentic, flavorful, and not salty like most restaurants in this city. Can't wait to come back and bring my friends!!

Pros: Super friendly staff. Incredibly fast service. Nice atmosphere. Challenges: I found everything to just be OK. No problems with it being hot or anything. Pretzels were fine, pierogi was good (we tried both kinds), the braised cabbage was mushier than I would have liked, and the schnitzel I felt wasn't crispy enough and had a slightly sweet flavor in the breading that just didn't work for me. Spouse did enjoy the chicken stew. I'm kind of meh on the QR code system - I like the concept, but it also meant that we needed to ask our questions upfront because it felt like after that the focus was on dropping things off and moving along. Maybe they were understaffed that night, though. That said the place was packed and everyone else seemed to be enjoying their food - just wasn't the German I'm used to and was craving. I'd still say worth checking out if you happen to be in that part of town - it was an hour drive for us, and we probably won't make it again.

My friend and I came here for an Offline event and everything we had was outstanding! Service was awesome and very chill ambiance to it. They also have premade meals to take home with you. I had no idea this place existed and I'm happy I was able to experience it as I will definitely come back. First course: Mushroom Pierogi, phenomenal! I could've eaten 10 of them. Our favorite of all courses! Second course: - Smoked salmon with potato salad, sounds weird but it was actually really good and I'm not a fan of smoked salmon. - Beet and goat cheese salad with arugula and walnuts, delicious! Third course: not pictured bc we were too excited - brisket with creamed spinach and cheese pierogi, super good! - scallops with with and sour cabbage & peppers, and mushroom dumpling. Fourth course: - peanut butter banana mouse, amazing! - chocolate hazelnut torte with bacon, really good and I am not a fan of hazelnut. (Light taste of hazelnut)

Best burger I've had recently. The smoked trout was phenomenal, and the sausages were superb. We were in Germany last month and were transported back there by the food tonight. We'll be back!

Best brisket in town, excellent service (anything we ordered was served within 10 minutes) and everything was absolutely delicious.

bar and drinks five star. they have chopin vodka!! excellent beer selection. the food menu is diverse and appealing. the sparsely was tender and delicate. a variety of pierogis were available and filling. they are doing what the can with the space but lacks character that you may be seeking in a german establishment. i also dislike having to scan a code to order my food.

This place is truly a GEM!! From the top to bottoms I loved everything about this establishment. It's several things I really like I'll start with parking it's plenty of it and even across the street parking, when you walk up it gives you a Friday night feel. The lights outside are nice when you walk in there are grab and go refrigerator which is nice bc you really might want to take something home. We were able to seat ourself and there are QR codes on the tables, you can place your order via phone or with a waiter/waitress and if you use the phone your can order everything at different time which was nice we didn't have to wait for our server to order I thought that cool bc most restaurants are short staffed and this is a brilliant idea to not have customers waiting. They bring a pitcher of water when you sit down. Now let's get to the food! It's is so DELICIOUS!! My goodness you can taste the quality and freshness in all the dishes, felt like I picked the beets out the ground myself. We also tried some unique dishes that were soooo good guys try something new and definitely go here! The desert we got was top notch I want to go back and buy a whole pan! Wooh! Guys try this place let me know if you like it! CuZ I'm pretty sure I'm in love. I had a mocktail and that was good can't wait to have some real drinks. Lastly the Owner when I say this is one of the nicest people I've met! He was just a genuine person who put love into what he does.

I need to issue a warning: Do NOT go to this restaurant if you do not want excellent food surprisingly good service and a neat ambiance. I cannot stress about how good the food was, I never had Polish-German food and was nervous about but I'm glad I tried it. I hope this place can maintain and improve its standards because they are doing something right!!!

Excellent food, each bite melts in your mouth. Crab was a favorite tonight. Will definitely come back to try more!

Tried J Betski's for the first time last night and will be for sure coming back! This is a nice casual dinner spot I would 100% recommend. You seat yourself and have a QR code at the table to order your food and drinks! The service is very fast and our waiter kindly explained how everything works. We started off with the Mushroom and Cheese and Duck Pierogi. They came out quickly and were so delicious. I loved the mushroom and cheese ones the best, the duck ones had a sweet sauce with them which I personally wasn't the biggest fan of but my partner loved them. For our mains we got Jaegerschnitzel, Pierogi Burger and Cheese Spaetzle. All of the food was amazing!

Came here with some friends for dinner as it was recommended by one of them. I was pleasantly surprised. You order through your phone which made service super fast. The waitress was friendly and attentive even though she had a large party in addition to ours. I tried some of the cocktails; spicy margarita and the whiskey sour were both good. Also tried small plates, steak pirogi and oysters that were both tasty. For my main I had the duck trio which was good overall the sauce at the bottom of the plate was really good as well. The chef came to check on our table and was really nice. German/polish food is not on the top of my favorite cuisines but I'm glad I popped in to check this place out.

I really like the new concept. Food is still great, and I love being able to order with an app anytime I want something. Food is delivered very quickly, as you don't have to wait to cater a waiter/waitress. They also have food that you can buy and take home for later.

Polish and german food but better. The fries and hashed together before deepfrying, creating a unique experience for your mouth. Having just moved back from working and living in Germany and Poland the last two years, this place hit the spot! The Spaetzel could have more fried onions but otherwise everything was delicious! Try everything!

Food and service was really good. I highly recommend you check this place out. The bulleit bourbon sour and blueberry mule were really good. The oysters were really good and the cheesesteak pierogis were bomb!!

Amazing place. This was our 5th time there and each time gets better. Owner came over and introduced himself and couldn't have been nicer. Best burger in town. Incredible martini and phenomenal beer selection. Outdoor patio and indoor bar are both excellent options

After having been a regular customer at J Betski's original location in Seaboard Station, I can say I am thoroughly disappointed and will NOT be frequenting their new location. The entire table ordered schnitzel, which was arguably OVERPRICED for a tiny sliver of pork tenderloin and no sides (having lived in Germany, I can tell you the German's would be disappointed to say the least over the prices and portions). Overpaying for schnitzel wasn't even the worst part of dining at the "new" J. Betski's, it was the fact that after YOU order on your phone and go to pay on YOUR phone, there is an 18% service charge added to the bill. This service charge is NOT posted anywhere prior to paying. It is a hidden fee that leaves you feeling angry, cheated and deceived after an arguably OVERPRICED, OK meal. After being charged 18% , you are still asked to leave a TIP for very little service being provided (wait staff only brings out your order - nothing more). J. Betski's I'm not so sure you're that great of a restaurant to rest on your laurels and think people won't be disappointed in these hidden fees. YOU WILL LOSE BUSINESS and ALREADY HAVE! BE BETTER and stop price gouging people!

J Betski's was my favorite restaurant in Raleigh, hands down. No one was doing German food and beer with this level of quality, authenticity and value in the area. Their location was tucked away in Seaboard station and had great character, so when they closed down to move, I was disappointed, but hopeful that when they reopened, it would maintain that level of excellence and charm. I put J Betski's on a pedestal so I'm sad to report that the bulk of the traits that made it stand out, are gone. Pros and Cons are below, but the biggest blow/surprise to the experience was the 18% "Admin Fee" that was tacked on to our bill, without any notice. There are no waiters, only servers. All orders are done through your phone, which at first, was quite nice; order something on your phone and it appears in minutes, no waiting for a waiter to come by, take the order, and enter it in a POS. What a novel idea! What is not a good idea is passing the cost of this capability on to the customer - that's just tacky. Maybe the 18% includes a built-in gratuity, I didn't ask but should have. Bottom line is let your customers know this is coming. Pros: - The perogies are on point! Try both and you won't be disappointed. - Unique selection of German beers on tap - Speedy service - Lots of space, including covered outdoor seating Cons: - Portion sizes are small/been reduced, but the prices have gone up - The new strip-mall location lacks character of the old one - 18% "Admin Fee" added to your bill, without notice is a joke.

We went to the new J. Betski's and though it is different, we still loved it. Do I miss the old Seaboard location? Yes but that move was not in the control of the restaurant. They have done a great job in re-pricing the menu to fit a more causal theme so we still feel we get great value for excellent food. There are quite a few reviews out there about the service charge but it is a fair charge to ensure employees are paid a living wage. The owner is a fantastic person who ensures his restaurant and employees have a future. I would ask people to be kind in how they review a business that is really doing all the right things. We love the new J. Betski's and will keep coming back.

My husband and I were really impressed with this place! When you're seated you are given the run down by a waiter and it's the kind of restaurant where you scan a QR code and order on your phone as much as you want/as needed. We liked this because it meant we could go at our own pace and the food comes out really quick! The beer was great, the appetizers were good, and I have to note that the mustard that came with the pretzel was amazing! I never thought I'd enjoy a mustard quite that much. We also got the cheese spaetzle, sausage plate, and schnitzel. I would order everything we got again.

I've been going to JBetskys for years. I was expecting an authentic German experience just like I had at Seaboard Station. This is my first visit to the new location, and we brought friends. The food was cold and did not taste good at all. The service terrible and waiter seemed to not care. The whole experience was UNBELIEVABLY horrible. If you want to be a local bar, be that and drop all references to a German dinning experience. We will not be back.

Great food, speedy service, really enjoyed my dinner. Wide variety of tasty things from stuffed oysters, to pierogi and spaetzle. I will definitely return for more delicious food.

So happy to see this place open again. I was a semi-regular customer at their previous Seaboard Station location, which was one of my favorites in Raleigh. I hadn't read about the new place, so the changes were a bit of a shock, but overall I really like the new concept. The food is the same excellently turned out German/Eastern European fare. The beer list is expanded and I look forward to trying my way around the wine list. As other reviewers have mentioned, the ordering process is different - relying on a phone and app. It is more casual and less personal than before. We ended up approaching it like tapas - ordering a couple of plates at a time, which worked with the size of the plates. We enjoyed being able to pace our own ordering (the service is incredibly fast) and once we adjusted that the new concept is a pretty significant departure from the restaurant we remembered and loved, we leaned into the new place. We loved it and are planning to return this week. A word about the service charge and pricing: yep, there is an 18% service charge on the bill. Yep, there is also the space to add a tip if you are inclined. The restaurant spelled this policy out pretty clearly on their website. Count me among the folks who didn't read the website before visiting. 18% is a bit less than I would have tipped, and frankly, I really prefer that the restaurant handle gratuity this way. It's simple and hopefully is set up so everybody earns a living wage (we did find the waitstaff to be very pleasant and efficient, though there is less time spent with them than at the previous incarnation). Overall, dinner and drinks weren't cheap but they were just as great as I remembered them to be. If you were a fan of J Betskis before, expect a lot of the same DNA in the food and drink, but a wholly different environment. Bright, open, modern, etc. If you've never been, I'd enthusiastically recommend giving it a try. If you want to go gently and just dip your toe in the water, pick a nice spring afternoon, sit on the patio and order a beer and some of the pierogies - which are flipping amazing.

My husband and I really enjoyed our dinner here tonight. The drinks were excellent and the food was top notch. I'm so glad to have found a German restaurant in Raleigh. We'll definitely be back!

Food is excellent, it's a little on the expensive side but worth it. Others mentioned a service charge but I did not revive one. There was a tip section when I paid but it was clearly marked and editable. The restaurant is small but not crowded with limited seating. We shared a sausage plate and ordered 3 sides and split it. We also had a pretzel. We will be back.

Soooooo good! Schnitzel and chocolate torte to die for! Faster than fast food and absolutely amazing service.

This place was amazing! I got a pierogi burger and it was as good as it sounds. We will definitely be back!

As a long time fan of Betski's I want to express some disappointment in the new changes. This was my first time back after the "rebranding" and move and I have to say I don't like the changes at all. Betski's now feels like every other "modern" resturaunt, it's lost much of the charm I loved it for. It once was a dark cramp "hole-in-the-wall" feeling pub that felt right out of Berlin! It was moody and oozing with personality. It's now white-washed, "clean" looking and entirely open concept, it feels devoid of the old Betski charm it once had. It isn't the special night-out resturaunt anymore, now it's more like a neighborhood bar. The service has also gotten an overhaul. You know order off your phone and have virtually not interaction with a waiter. It feels very cold and inhospitable because of this change. Not to mention the mandatory 18% service fee. Finally the food, I am happy to report that the quality of food is much the same. My issue is that overall it's become more expensive and my favorite dish, the schnitzel, was shrunk! No longer do I get to look forward to a Schnitzel the size of my plate! Now it's 1/2 the size (with twice the sides) but frankly doesn't feel worth the money. Because of a these changes, I don't think I will be returning to Betski's. RIP good old Betski's.

Great food and happy to have the restaurant back in action. The 18% is added but if you don't understand the price point for this level of food is exceptional then stay home or head to Snoopy's for their high cuisine nitrate infused death dogs.