What to order at Poole's Diner

Signature dishes
Macaroni au gratin, Roasted half chicken
CuisineContemporary American
Price$$$
NeighborhoodDowntown
HoursDaily 17:00-22:00
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Location

Address: 428 S McDowell St, Raleigh, NC 27601

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Death and Taxes ★ 4.7

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Brewery Bhavana ★ 4.7

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St. Roch Fine Oysters + Bar ★ 4.5

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Death and Taxes ★ 4.7

$$$$ Wood-fire AmericanDowntown

Every dish passes through fire or smoke from the wood-burning hearth: NC fish, roasted meats, and vegetables that reward the char. Top-ranked in Raleigh.

SignatureWood-roasted oysters, NC fish on fire

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Crawford and Son ★ 4.5

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Stanbury ★ 4.5

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St. Roch Fine Oysters + Bar ★ 4.5

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