Standard Beer + Food

Great food, great drinks, but it feels a little too expensive. You'll have to order and pay on your phone, which is usually complicated. Smash burger is great! Truffle tots are awesome! Chicken is wonderful. The spicy margarita is so good it'll make you want to adopt an orphaned puppy. Delicious!

Fun place to meet up with a group of friends. This is really more about the environment than the quality of the food or drinks. The food is just typical bar foods -- burgers, tacos, fried/ finger foods (they also have salads). Decent drink selection as well. Both the indoor and outdoor sitting areas are huge and it typically has a good crowd. QR code scan / pay makes life easy, food comes out extremely quick.

First time here yesterday and such a fun spot!! They have really good cocktails and beer. Great food options as well. You can order from a QR code at your seat and they bring it to you which is super easy! There’s a lot of space inside and outside. We came here around 4:30pm on a friday and this place was packed! Seems like people really enjoy coming here!

We were so pleasantly shocked with how good their food is. The burger was the best burger we’ve ever had. Very chill place. You just find a table and order on a phone. Parking can be limited but there is a paid lot close by.

We celebrated my birthday at Standard Beer + Food in Raleigh, and it turned out to be one of the best brunch experiences I’ve had in the area! From the moment we walked in, the vibe was laid-back yet lively — perfect for a weekend celebration. The brunch menu was impressive and had something for everyone, but a few items really stole the show. The truffle tots and truffle fries were out of this world — crispy, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned. If you’re a truffle lover, these are a must-try. The star of the show, though, was the brunch smash burger. It was juicy, packed with flavor, and the addition of a square-shaped egg was such a fun and unexpected twist that made it even more memorable. Drinks didn’t disappoint either. We went for their frozen cocktails, and let’s just say — they had a serious kick! One was all it took to feel that happy buzz. It struck the perfect balance between refreshing and strong — exactly what you want for a brunch celebration. The staff was friendly, attentive, and kept the good vibes going the whole time. Whether you’re celebrating something special or just looking for a solid brunch spot in Raleigh, Standard Beer + Food should absolutely be on your list.

This place has become our weekly ritual, and for good reason. It's the kind of spot you can always count on for a fantastic meal with a family friendly atmosphere. Most people come here for the smashburger, as they should - it's the best burger in town. It's consistently perfect every single time, which is a rare feat. Even though we've been coming to Standard for a while we only recently found out who makes the best cocktails there and it's Hanna. She's not just a great bartender; she's an artist. Her cocktails are always delightful and perfectly balanced. We always start with the same order of a Manhattan and Gimlet and whenever Hanna is behind the bar they always come out perfect. The combination of incredible food and top-notch drinks makes this a must-visit. We'll be back next week, and the week after that!

Let's talk about some delicious food! Buffalo Chicken Sandwich, Hot Wings, and Loaded Tots. Tacos are absolutely amazing you cannot go wrong.

Love this place. Tacos - especially the pulled pork one and the salad with blackened shrimp was fantastic. Seriously good restaurant food in a casual, cool atmosphere indoor or out and both beers the Italian lager and the West Coast IPA were fantastic.

One of my all time favs! LOVE the smash burger, spicy marg, truffle tots and the chopped salad. Please, I beg of you- do takeout/doordash!

Bottom line: The burger and tots were pretty good at Standard Beer + Food, but the no reservations/picnic table style seating for the most part/service model was just not a positive for me personally. Averaging it all together, I come out with 3 stars, maybe 3.5 stars if we had half stars to give. The Deets: We had a meetup of work colleagues in Downtown Raleigh (DTR) recently and it was decided upon to hit Standard Beer + Food. I was eager to try this one out as I had never ventured here. Entering in, there are many picnic table style type of tables inside and a few booths. There are no reservations so you wait for a seat/table if one is not available when you go inside. Luckily after waiting a few minutes in the bar area, we were alerted that a booth opened up for use. So we found out that not only the menu is by QR code but the actual ordering is by this same QR code. Each person does their own individual order on their phone. Now I realize in the recent past, this service model may have had its necessities and uses but in 2024, I am not a fan of being my own waitstaff when I sit at a table for a full meal out. The reason was more apparent as the night went on as there were different runners bringing each individual order out at varying times and instead of saying the person's name that ordered the one item being brought one at a time at different times, they stated what the food was they were holding. More than one of us ordered a burger with tots, so it got a bit confusing and we realized the burger orders were placed with the wrong people. If you have that much staff that it's a different person each time a different order is brought out to the table, then maybe there is enough staff to actually take the orders AND deliver them, one assigned to the table for consistency? Just a ponder on my part. Food wise, it was the most positive point of this visit. The charcuterie board was good and enjoyable. The Standard Smash Burger was pretty tasty. The tater tots were OK (tots are always good most of the time, right?) but they were not the best tots I've ever experienced. I noticed one of my colleagues did not touch her sandwich at all and it went back to the kitchen pretty much intact. I had ordered a Diet Coke and it came out as one small glass bottle of Diet Coke (? 8 oz ?) with a small glass to pour it into, so I am guessing no refills on a small amount of soda costing $3 (I didn't even try). Food wise, I could see me going around 4 stars here but the layout/service model/etc. has me taking a star from that and I am going with 3 stars (maybe it would be 3.5 stars if I could go there but I just can't go with 4 stars unfortunately at this time).

I went here for dinner with a friend and really enjoyed it! It was my first time and I thought it was a great casual spot to meet with friends. There is a good amount of outdoor seating so we grabbed a picnic table. You order through your phone which made it quick and easy. I started with an Aperol spritz which was tasty. I got tacos for dinner which I also enjoyed, especially the tuna! They are pretty small and I was starving so I got four. I finished with the hibiscus ranch water which I thought was refreshing. One of the best parts is that it is next to the Raleigh City Farm so it was so nice to sit out while the flowers were blooming!

I was in Raleigh for a concert, and this place was recommended to me by someone who used to live in Raleigh. I loved the vibe of the place when it comes to the decor and the causal atmosphere. It's a place for young, old, singles, and families which is great, too. The watermelon ranch water was delicious and refreshing for a hot summer day. But the food was blah. We got a chips and guacamole to start and the chips were beyond stale. The guacamole was bland. We then got the smash burger and tots. The smash burger was average, bur the tots were really good. If I went back, I would just get drinks and tots.

Found this place on a whim. We had salads and sandwich and it was yummy. I highly recommend their Chop salad with the fried chicken. Nice portions. Service was polite and prompt. Very nice setup with the tables and scanning in your order. Will definitely be back.

This is the most overpriced okay restaurant. You can pay 6$ for a tiny taco with no flavor. If you buy the shrimp taco you can get a tiny taco with one shrimp cut into 3 pieces ... for 6$. The wings are soggy and clearly made well in advance. The guacamole was fine but the chips were stale. The only redeeming quality was the frozen gin and tonic

This was my first time visiting standard and I'm upset I haven't been sooner. It's nicely designed and the aesthetic was trendy yet inviting. You seat yourself and either order from your table or if you sit at the bar, you order with bartenders. It was pretty crowded but snagged a bar seat within 10 minutes. I had to work so I opted for a mojito mocktail which was refreshing and delicious. The drink menu was wonderful, so if you're not a beer drinker, you will still be satisfied and I liked that they had mocktails offerings on the menu. For dinner I got the wedge salad with blackened shrimp and a side of fries. The fries were so good, I ate them all before I even touched the salad. They were perfectly cooked and crisp. The salad was huge! I only ate about half of it. There were a bit too many frizzled onions for me but the combination of flavors was wonderful and the shrimp as cooked to perfection. Overall this was a wonderful dining experience and I look forward to bring back.

Standard is 100% a Raleigh gem. I was here super often during the Summer. They have a pretty impressive outdoor patio and the interior is also spacious. I love how easy it is to order here, you just scan the QR code at your table and order. Soon enough your drinks and food arrive. It's perfect if you have a toddler who doesn't have the patience to wait around at restaurants, but you need to get out of the house. The food is really delicious! The roasted onion dip is perfect for sharing as are their tots with truffle sauce. The smash burger is pretty awesome, as is the skirt steak taco. Their standard green salad is also surprisingly satisfying. Bonus, they also have a kids menu with a hot dog on it, my son usually goes with that. They also have a great variety of rotating drinks. Quite a few interesting options on tap and frozen options. Things like a frozen gin and tonic and a draft manhattan. Right now I see they even have a draft espresso martini. Standard is simply and awesome place with a great atmosphere, tasty food, and creative drinks!

5/5 the smash burger holy cow. I'm so glad we came to Standard as it's exactly what we wanted (with a dog and two month old in tow). We snagged a picnic table in the back and enjoyed ordering on our phone. The smash burger was so good after taking one bite we ordered a second. Both fries and tots were good cant go wrong. We also shared the chicken taco and shrimp, liked the chicken better but both good. Then my husband ordered me their very basic salad but wow was it fresh and the dressing was impressive. Would frequent this place if we lived in the area! We didn't sit inside but it looked like a cool vibe.

Seat yourself at SB&F near Peace College just off of Person Street. Your options include the bar and booths inside, or picnic tables alongside a community garden or in a backyard patio. The food is solid, with several strong taco options, as is the beer selection. And the staff is always super friendly.

Came here for lunch, and already planning on coming back for drinks tomorrow! We ordered the truffle fries which were smothered in a very tasty aioli and a generous amount of parsley which added to the flavor! Loved the beet salad with goat cheese, apples, endive and fennel - the dressing was light, but surprisingly filling. My husband got the Whisky Burger and devoured it before I could get a photo, but he loved it!! The side salad with fresh butter lettuce was a great plus. Fresh ingredients, wall to wall plants and overall good vibes - definitely coming back!

Standard is great for a lunch spot and a quick bite. The food is delicious and the spicy margarita was 10/10 (and I used to live in Texas so that rating means something!!!). It's nice because you order on an app and they bring it to your table so you can order small bites as you go or a whole meal. They even chopped my wedge salad up for me as requested which was so nice. The only reason I knocked off a star was they were out of a few things on their menu when we went, but other than that, I had absolutely no complaints. Outside seating is limited, but there are plenty of seats inside and it's such a cool atmosphere in there!! Would be a great spot to play some board games.

Casual hang out w/ upscale food and cocktails. You seat yourself and order/ pay from your phone. Food is delivered soon to your table. We had the truffle tots, shrimp tacos, and chicken sweet/hot sandwich. Also had some fancy cocktails which were a good size and moderately strong. Definitely will be back!

Out of town and in the area visiting family on Mother's Day. Every place had at least a 2 hr wait for brunch so we came here on a recommendation that if we got here at opening we'd be able to get seated. Luckily the weather was nice and we were able to sit outside and was pleasantly surprised that the food and service were great. Will definitely come back when in the area again

This place is fantastic! The food is so good I always forget to take a pic to share because I'm excited to eat lol. The drinks are also yummy. Great fun atmosphere. The payment system of opening a tab and paying online is easy to use. A good foodie spot in Raleigh that I don't hear many talk about!

Excellent food. Service was a bit eh because you have to order online so servers don't check up on your too frequently so you can be sat waiting for something to pair with your meal for a while.

Over priced average food! I had the chupacabra drink which was good with a good kick! We ordered skirt steak tacos, smash burger, Buffalo wings and aioli tots and shared it! Everything was very average... it all taste good but nothing made me want to come back! For the price there are other places to go! ‍

I don't know why I don't come here more often! Today was one of my first times popping in for brunch and I'm so glad that I did. We started out with a frozen Painkiller and a frozen Blood Orange margarita, both of which were delicious. The brunch menu was a little limited in terms of variety but they had an interesting selection of tacos so we tried out the chorizo taco and the shrimp & egg taco... HOLY MOLY. They were amazing!!! They were packed with flavor, hearty and had really unique tastes. The sauces and toppings were delicious too. They were so good that we ordered a second round! We also got another round of drinks including a Mimosarita which was the perfect brunch cocktail. For noon on a Sunday, it wasn't overly busy. The main dining room had some larger parties but nothing overwhelming. We sat at the bar and had great service from the 2 bartenders. Overall I feel like I can expect solid food and drinks from Standard, no matter when I stop by. If you're looking for somewhere casual with unique twists on food a cocktails, this is one of the best places that Raleigh has to offer.

Incredible food, friendly staff and awesome atmosphere. Try the frozen G&T! We will be back!

**GOOD BRUNCH, DRINKS, AND VIBES** Standard was recommended and glad I experienced it as a new Raleigh resident. PARKING ======== Great on weekdays, not so much on weekends. BRUNCH ======== BURGER - $16 Pat La Frieda chuck + short rib blend, Ashe Co. cheddar, bacon jam, over easy farm egg, garlic mayo, pickle + Michael's English muffin. Served with either fries, tots or a small green salad (I chose tots, see review below). This was definitely hangover food, but for me, it was perfect I-just-drove 24-hours-to-Raleigh-from-Texas food. It looked like a glamorous burger breakfast muffin, which was awesome. Cooked perfectly and the flavors blended well. The oozing egg was the chef's kiss. RATING: 5/5 TOTS I tasted my friend's fries and I personally thought they were much better than the tots. The tots were a tad too salty. RATING: 3.5/5 COCKTAIL ========= BLOOD ORANGE FROZEN MARGARITA Wow, so refreshing and not sweet. Thank you, bartender. RATING: 5/5 SERVICE ======= We ordered online via QR code and the drinks and food came out in an orderly fashion. Very efficient. OVERALL ======== Felt like an indoor beer garden and loved the energy, hospitality, and dining options. Looking forward to spending more time here. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.

This place is hoppin' so I feel safe in telling you that the oyster tacos I had here are some of the best I've ever had....because I think people have already caught on :) I came here on a warm evening, so finding an outdoor table was tricky. But once we did, we were able to enjoy said tacos with awesome drinks and the sounds of happy customers doing the same. It's a counter-order situation, which I like, and food didn't take long at all. We ended up liking the food so much, that after we left to explore another bar....we came back to enjoy another taco. Can't say there are many places I liked so much that I came back the same night.

Every time I come here I tell myself it's my last time, and it's entirely because of the service. I was here with friends and we each placed our orders through the QR code. I ordered a burger. Waitress comes out and announces she has a burger. It looked like a chicken sandwich to me, so I asked her to clarify and she insisted it was a burger, so I took it. Turns out it was a chicken sandwich, but whatever, I decided it wasn't worth the effort to fight it. 10 minutes later, my meal half eaten, waitress comes out again with a burger, leaves it for me, and snatches away the chicken sandwich. Odd, but whatever. Then my bill comes. They charged me for a burger AND a chicken sandwich. I tried asking the waitress to correct it, but she says she has to get the manager. Manager comes STORMING out of the kitchen, ready for an argument, and starts making a scene saying "you can't just order two entrees and not pay for them!" Other tables are staring at this point. Eventually she drops the second entree from my order, but it was embarrassing and such a terrible experience. This was the last straw with me and Standard. I honestly don't know why people rave about this place, because every experience I have here is offputting and frustrating.

A great place to hang during the week or the weekend. Please note that seating can be a challenge. Be prepared to come with a plan because you will seat yourself. There is a good amount of indoor and outdoor seating but if you visit during peak hours, you may be waiting a while for a table or standing. I visited on a Friday night and there were no tables available. Fortunately, someone let me know they were leaving as I snagged the QR code to access the menu from their table. Otherwise, it looked like most people were approaching folks to share tables or asking if they could snag the table once they left. You order your food through the QR code and can pay once you close your tab. It's a fairly easy process. And the food comes out fairly quickly as well. The tacos are a must try! I opted for the shrimp and fish. They are small so it's worth ordering a few. And they make their beer in house so you can't go wrong with your choice. It's definitely a place to keep in your back pocket when you're needing a chill vibe and can come when it's not too busy. There's also two roosters ice cream next door for dessert ;)

Food is excellent. Some of the best I've had in raleigh. Cocktails amazing. Great place for kids to run around too. Highly recommend!

Wine is amazing!! Had two different whites I had not had before and they were deliciosso!! The food was meh. Tried 3 tacos, wings and chips. Nothing to bring me back. Service is 'self serve' at best. Had to run down our drinks, water, and was directed to a fork....

It's a different atmosphere, a table runner will bring you waters when you initially sit down. Some flakes of something was floating around in my glass so I didn't touch it. You order through Toast on your phone, not a physical person (which I didn't mind). What I did mind is that I ordered a soda for $3 so I'm thinking your standard 12 oz drink glass of soda. Nope. I get an 8oz glass bottle (no refills either?). For reference the glass bottle 6 packs are around $6.50 at the grocery store coming to around $1.08 per bottle so there is an approx 270% markup on it The food was decent but not worth what I paid for. The real kicker is. You seat yourself, get served a glass of water that you are in charge of filling at the refill station, and a table runner brings out your food. Then when closing out your tab if you want to leave a 20, 22, or 25% tip. Long story short: this place is not worth the hype but the food isn't bad, I just won't come here again because of the prices.

The summer beer reviews keep on coming. And let me tell you, Standard may be one of my favorite spots in Raleigh. I said it. It has the vibe I've been looking for in a Brewery and restaurant. Great indoor and outdoor seating, right next to shopping and Yellow Dog. And really awesome beer called Howdy Y'all, which is inspired by ranch water. It's got a little bit of lime, agave and just the best taste around. * What I regret not doing when I went was trying their food. They have a killer menu and I didn't eat any of it. So I'll be coming back for that sometime this summer, because I can't stop thinking about it.

Service here was atrocious. Per the bartender, if you want a drink go get in the pecking line like the rest. Very poor experience. The wine bar/store next door was excellent. Skip Standard Beer and Food and go next door!

Solid Neighborhood Spot! Standard opened a few months ago in the Oakwood/Mordecai area. We definitely needed a brewery in this area so this filled the void! Definitely worth a visit. Varied crowd from business people after work, families with kids, and groups of friends Pros: Lots of outdoor tables Frequent cleaning between customers Daily Food Trucks Urban Garden next door Gorgeous interior space Bathrooms are so pretty and clean Full bar Walking distance to local shops & bars Cons: Beer is decent but hasn't blown me away Gets super crowded on the weekends (just like anywhere with a nice outdoor space) No food menu of their own yet Limited parking - shares a lot with 4 other businesses

Might be our favorite spot in Raleigh. Always new delicious beer. Heard the cocktails are good as well. But the food is where Standard really shines. Wings are incredible, and the smashburgers are other worldly. Great chill ambiance, with indoor, outdoor and bar seating. Service is quick and attentive. Almost a weekly stop for our family

This place has such a fun vibe! Their menu has a lot of really good food and drinks, and they make it super easy and convenient to order or grab anything you need like takeout containers, silverware, water, etc. This place is so easy to hang out in for awhile trying different appetizers or wines, I definitely agree with another review that it's a little dangerous for your wallet lol. They also sell wine in a Porron, which is like a large pitcher with a spout you can drink straight from. I'd never heard of them before, but they're real cute and fun if you're with friends!

This is a great place for casual but delicious eats and drinks! They've got plenty of indoor seating as well as outdoor seating! There is a decent selection of beer as well as beer cocktails, cocktails, wine and non alcoholic beverages. There were even frozen margaritas! Something for everyone. As for the food they offered some really tasty tacos with varieties like oyster (omg), octopus, tempura fish, mushroom and more. My favs were def the fried options (oyster and fish). They have a great selection of salads too and other small bites. We had an heirloom tomato salad which was in season and also the esquites which is corn off the cob with cheeses and seasonings. I recommend checking it out if you just want a chill place with good food!

This place has been way too crowded on the weekends so my husband and I decided to visit at an off time. When you walk inside you head to the bar to order your beverage then find a place to sit. There is seating available both inside and outside and both areas are spacious. I tried the Standard IPA and Winter Warmer and my husband tried the Standard Pub Ale and Lager. They offer pints and half pours, I'm hoping that they will eventually do flights. If you don't like beer, they have cider and wine. I love IPAs but I preferred the winter warmer over this one as I was not a fan but my husband enjoyed both of his pours. The kitchen is currently closed due to COVID-19 but they do schedule food trucks. The parking lot is small so park on a side street somewhere and walk over. I'm looking forward to return once they start serving food.

Fast service. Food menu needs more attention. Plenty inside and outside tables. Nice to meet friends for couple of hours.

What a fun place to go, especially on the weekends! They have great outdoor seating when it's warm enough and the indoor seating is really fun at night. They have THE BEST frozen margs and all their drinks are good prices. This would be such a fun place to go on a first date or with a group of friends before dinner. Be careful though, once you get there, you won't want to leave. Let's talk menu- their Smashburger is out of this world and they have queso tots... that's right, crispy crunchy tater tots drizzled in warm white queso. It's a vibe for sure and you definitely have to check it out!

This is the best smashburger in town in my opinion. Great staff, great beer and great food. Highly recommend.

A good spot with great brew choices and good eats. Can definitely get a little packed, but service handles it very well. Have been here during busy hours and not so busy - always recommend stopping by when in town!

awesome place for shit food and to be your own waitress/ waiter. The ambience is amazing if you like yelling at your mate. Outside seems nice for the music.

This place is dangerous! The food and drinks are soo good and it's easy to rack up a tab here while day drinking! One of the most appealing aspects of Standard is the speed at which you can place an order on their online app and they bring it out to you. We ordered the steak tacos and the truffle aioli tater tots-try them, you won't regret it. The only reason I'm taking a star off is one taco rings up at 6$, which is pricey for what you're given.

We only stopped in for beers but they were fantastic as was the service, atmosphere, and crowd. We saw plenty of food pass by and it looked tasty. We'll definitely go back for the full experience.

Beer was excellent! It's a nice option to have a choice of a 10oz and 16oz pour. Tacos are legit! Take it from this girl who lived most of her life 30 minutes from the Mexico border. Being from Southern California tacos are life. We tried the al pastor, skirt steak tacos, and esquites. Based on our first experience we will be back!! The prices are really good too. The Raleigh City Farm next door is charming as well.

Cool neighborhood and a great vibe... and the food and beer is great! - Smash burger, tots and Triple Standard are the bomb.

Ate here with wife and son. Great atmosphere, fun vibe, great food and quick service. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Will definitely be back.

Great environment. Waiter and bartender was very nice and helpful . They have lots of benches outside and a nice garden next door. Wings were really good !! So us the orange wine !

It is a different set up than I am used to for sure but cool and enjoyable, nonetheless! You seat yourself and they have scan codes on the table where you order from and see the menu. You can open a tab and just keep adding, which we enjoyed. We got a round of drinks and plenty of food. It's a bit pricey, like $5 for one taco is pricey but they were very tasty! My partner loved the steak tacos and started with 3 and got 3 more because they were so good! I loved the al pastor tacos. Service was quick and friendly too. They have water outside that you serve yourself, which is handy because you never need to wait on someone. All in all, good experience and lots of cute doggies that come around. we enjoyed the food so much, I forgot to take a photo!

This is the best burger I've had in all my life!!! The drinks are amazing. Try it if you havent. Martin rocks the drinks too.

Two stars because food was fine. However, watched the bartender put less than a shots worth of liquor into my drink, then proceeded to scoop ice into the drink and then pick up some more cubes with her bare hand to top off my glass. Same person was very rude to both me and my friend throughout the evening.

I had a great time here a couple weeks ago. They had just opened, and it was fantastic. My friends and I tried their beer and wine. The kitchen wasn't open yet (Covid19 bummer) but until they feel it's safe, they're supporting local food trucks. I love any business that supports other local businesses. So, we sat outside on picnic tables and ate some delicious BBQ and drank some tasty beer by candlelight. It's a fun casual place. Totally fine to bring your dog, and your kids.

We had a great time at Standard and can't wait to come back with friends. Everything we tried on the food menu was top notch. The Queso tots and esquites salad were a hit with our young son. Mushroom taco was a much appreciated vegetarian option for me. The juicy IPA and pub lager were both excellent and the spicy margarita was solid. Very friendly and helpful servers were the cherry on top

This is our go-to spot for dates, weekend lunch, week day happy hour with friends. The food and drinks are incredible, the service is quick, and the atmosphere is fun. What more could you want?