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Irregardless Cafe
An authentic Raleigh experience! When the Irregardless opened in 1975, it was known as the hippie, vegetarian place. In the 80s, it was the first restaurant in NC to ban smoking. Today, the Cafe is the longest operating restaurant in Raleigh with the original owner. It has changed much over the years but its core values have remained the same. It’s award winning, hand-crafted meals feature local and organic ingredients. A casual fine dining restaurant, the Irregardless offers fresh seafood, meats, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free menu items - which all respect the environment. We also have a list of unique wines and craft beers as well as espressos, cappuccinos and 25 loose teas.
Live music is performed nightly. Our large stable of musicians play everything from jazz to bluegrass. These groups are listed on our website. Larger bands play on Saturday evenings for dancing.
The Irregardless Cafe is the place where friends dine regularly.
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Live music is performed nightly. Our large stable of musicians play everything from jazz to bluegrass. These groups are listed on our website. Larger bands play on Saturday evenings for dancing.
The Irregardless Cafe is the place where friends dine regularly.
343 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 343 reviews
5 stars
(180)
4 stars
(128)
3 stars
(29)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(2)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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- fit for foodies(207)
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- special occasion(159)
- good for groups(90)
- romantic(85)
- great for brunch(62)
Irregardless Cafe Reviews List
Review 1 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Terrific!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our entrees were delicious and beautifully presented. I had the fish cakes, and they were just great! Everyone thought his meal delicious. Our server made sure that we were finished when we needed to leave and expedited our service to meet this end. The service was very attentive without being intrusive. We thoroughly enjoyed our meals."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"What a great place! The food was awesome, the wine was well matched, the ambiance was classy and romantic, and the live music was just enough to be enjoyable without disturbing conversation. We stayed until they cleared out the dance floor around 10, and danced our way to a perfect evening. This may be our new favorite restaurant."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, late-night find, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 3 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Worth visiting!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We made reservations & I would suggest anyone going for dinner do the same - they get busy starting around 6pm - but it's not required. They usually have one or two musicians playing music, and it is a clean facility with a few outdoor tables. Wait staff was attentive and courteous. The menu is geared towards vegan/vegetarian with gluten free options, but they have meat dishes as well. Our food was very good & the desserts were delicious! We've visited in the past for Sunday brunch and thought the food was just as yummy. The only negative is that some of the tables are positioned rather close to each other so private dining isn't really an option.
This restaurant is good to have on your list of places to dine out!"
This restaurant is good to have on your list of places to dine out!"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The menu is very diverse and everything we had was great. Can't wait to return and try more things on the menu!"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 5 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"As always Arthur Gordon's Irregardless provided a great environment for conversation with friends. The food and service were excellent, and the trio playing music in the background provided a nostalgic vibe."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 6 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Small plates not up to snuff
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We've long loved Irregardless, mostly because the food is so innovative and delicious, but this last Thursday night the chicken kabobs were tough as were the lamb samplings. Soups and salad were terrific as usual. Nobody's perfect so we'll come back, but we thought you ought to know."
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wish I Had Come Back Sooner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My husband and I have not been to Irregardless Cafe for at least 15 years. We re-discovered it with friends who wanted a good vegetarian selection. The IC experience was quite good from highly capable staff to delicious food. The prices are reasonable. The only minor glitch was that my husband waited a while for the glass of wine he ordered when his meal arrived. The noise level is loud with the nightly entertainment so go early if you prefer a quiet atmosphere."
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 8 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
chile rellenos
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I cannot get over how good the chile relleno is! And the hummus! And the garden salad with lemon tahini dressing...and the ambience! Irregardless is a gem. The food, the staff and the ambience converge to make a consistently great and nourishing dining experience. There are many great restaurants in the triangle but Irregardless remains our favorite! We also really enjoyed the harp music on our evening there."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 9 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Love to listen to live music while dining. It adds to the experience."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 10 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fabulous Entrees
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I had not been tothe Irregardless Cafe for a while and was pleasantly surprised at the menu. There were a lot of choices and we loved our entrees. I had the Morgan Street Chicken which was a flattened chicken breast with a delicate crunchy crust nicely seasoned! My sister had the Steak in Peppercorn Sauce and it could not have been more delicious. There cobbler dessert was also very good. Service was exceptional and it was a busy night! The music did not take over as it had in the past. Compliments to the Chef!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 11 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I've been to Irregardless several times and enjoyed it on each occasion. This Saturday, however, my family and I celebrated my graduation with a brunch there and it was beyond satisfactory. My parents had never been and were so impressed that they are interested in coming back (a statement that means a lot since the menu is priced a little higher than we normally pay).
Very charming, awesome food, good service, peaceful and welcoming atmosphere. You can't go wrong. We will be back."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 12 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great time at Irregardless
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The layout, service and feel were perfect. The food could have been a little better (our omeletes were a little bland), but overall we really enjoyed the restaurant."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 13 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fun and different
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Waitress was helpful, food was very good, and dessert was great"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 14 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent Food at a Turtle's Pace
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was excellent, and the order was exactly right. The noise-level feels a little bar-scene for such a quaint place, but if you have great hearing, then you should be okay! I was surprised to see live music on a Tuesday night, but in a good way. The service was quite slow and initially, despite a reservation, there was no initial acknowledgement that we had come in. After that, the waiter kept apologizing for being so slow, but didn't speed it up much. As we were not in a hurry, it didn't matter much in the end. The excellent vegetarian/vegan options and the tasty dessert made it all worth the wait."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"As others have mentioned, the turnover rate at Irregardless Cafe is variable, based on the live music of the day. There were no tables for 2 available when we arrived, so we took a "shelf table" in the bar area. We felt a little crammed, the wait staff were frequently working right in front of us, and our view of the musician was partially obstructed. However, my husband and I enjoyed sitting side by side for a change. We had the Vidalia Onion flatbread, which was quite good though perhaps a little oily, Seafood Linguini and Paella, which were both delicious, but not the best we've had, and the Lemon Semi-Freddo, a very unique and refreshing dessert - I highly recommend it!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 16 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I do wish you could hear the band, but because of all the noise of the patrons talking, it was impossible..."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food not as good as it used to be. Quite loud."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, kid-friendly
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Review 18 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Would go back if I was in the area
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a group of six ranging from 12 y.o. to 67 y.o. and I can say everyone found something he or she liked. We had a wide range of foods from every section of the menu. The portions were generous and everything seemed very fresh. They happily split some of the salads for us because we wanted to try some of the dinner salads rather than typical side salads. Interestingly, my daughter's Sprite was brought to the table in single serve glass bottle from Mexico. Apparently, they use real cane sugar in Mexico rather than high fructose corn syrup. So the restaurant has the soda brought in from Mexico! There was a talented musician playing guitar who added wonderful background music rather than being a loud distraction."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 19 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
OrrRegardless
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very good food great atmosphere and service. Dry good"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: great for brunch
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Review 20 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I loved the taste and the presentation. Our meals were delicious and prepared in a healthy way. Loved it!"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 21 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Now I know.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Always heard Irregardless was a great restaurant and finally tried it. I can easily see why it is so loved by it's legion of fans. The food was beautifully presented and delicious."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 22 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Brunch
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Please note this is a review of our brunch experience as vegetarians. We understood Irregardless was a vegetarian/vegan friendly restaurant, but they had very few brunch dishes without egg or dairy. Ambience wasn't as cute as I expected."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2008
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Review 23 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I am a vegan and my husband
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I am a vegan and my husband is a carnivore. The menu had wonderful options for both of us. The Middle Eastern platter and vegan lasagna were excellent. Local ingredients are used and the favor of the food is exquisite. We can wait to return to try other items on the menu."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 24 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food with live jazz
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our group of four visited Irregardless for dinner on Friday evening. We split a bottle of wine (based on a recommendation from our server). After placing our order for salads and entres we asked for a wine recommendation. The wine complimented our four very-different entres nicely. I had a house salad and chicken pad Thai. The Pad Thai was flavorful withou being overly hot. It was complimented with a wide selection of fresh vegetables cooked into a classic rice noodle Pad Thai. Hats off to the kitchen for coming up with a unique and flavorful twist on a common dish. All in our party had similar pleasant dining experiences. Our server was excellent. The live jazz trio was a great compliment for ambiance."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 25 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A Funky Fun Dinning Experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"In addition to the quality of the food, the presentation is also very good. Normally vegetables are treated as after thought in many average restaurants. Not here. Because this restaurant had its beginnings as a vegetarian restaurant, it has maintained the quality and taste of the vegetable dishes.
What makes this restaurant fun is that they have jazz as dinner music and later the band expands to standards jazz dance music. There is a small dance floor that is created as tables are cleared.
The whole restaurant vibe is more a Cabaret environment. Everyone is friendly. There are no other restaurants like this in the Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 26 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great, eclectic menu!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food and service were great and such a great place to bring vegan and/or vegetarian friends or anyone that loves an eclectic menu!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 27 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food is consistently great.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food is consistently great. Service is usally good too but not this time.
Make a reservation and sit away from the live music. It's great music but if you are close, you can't talk to your dinner companions."
Make a reservation and sit away from the live music. It's great music but if you are close, you can't talk to your dinner companions."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch
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Review 28 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Never disappoints. Consistently
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Never disappoints. Consistently an intimate dining experience...great
food, relaxing music, courteous and friendly staff. My favorite
spot in Raleigh. Great location for a superb dinner before leaving for a play or concert at BTI. I must confess it is often I would refrain from the latter in order to remain at Irregardless !"
food, relaxing music, courteous and friendly staff. My favorite
spot in Raleigh. Great location for a superb dinner before leaving for a play or concert at BTI. I must confess it is often I would refrain from the latter in order to remain at Irregardless !"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 29 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Most enjoyable evening
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We found our first visit to the Irregardless Cafe to be very enjoyable, to include a very nice menu of moderately priced entrees. We did have an early reservation (6 pm) and upon our arrival were warmly greeted and seated at a table of our choosing. The restaurant filled quickly and the Jazz music started promptly at 6:30 pm., with a very enjoyable selection of songs. Our entree choices arrived and exceeded our expectations on presentation, taste, and amount of food. Overall a very good experience and we plan to return."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2006
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 30 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Must Go to Place
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great place for everything you can want. All items are prepared from the freshest ingredients. Great live music every night. The place has a great feel. Very diverse menu with daily specials. Excellent service."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 31 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Love the menu, preparation
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Love the menu, preparation and presentation of the food.
Usually enjoy the music but wasn't too thrilled with the music duo on this particular visit."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 32 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our entrees were excellently
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our entrees were excellently prepared, delicious, and beautifully presented. I had the quinoa salad, and it was delicious! I would order it again in a heartbeat! Everyone thought his dinner was excellent. Our server was terrific: very attentive, but unobtrusive, and made sure that we were able to leave when we needed to. We love Irregardless!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 33 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
If you want something different...
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food is always excellent and very unique, inventive. Service is quite probably among the best in Raleigh. Portions are very generous. We always take some home."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 34 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Love Irregardless. Very close
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Love Irregardless. Very close to Theatre in the Park and not far from Memorial Auditorium so we often go there for a pre- or post-show dinner. My favorite Raleigh restaurant."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 35 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Mainly vegetarian/vegan restaurant
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This restaurant serves very good food for those with dietary issues -- vegetarian, vegan, organic food requirement. For all others, there is a limited menu. I had the duck ravioli which was very good. That is one of 3 dishes I could have ordered, even though there is a pretty large menu. I also couldn't find a wine I particularly liked on the menu."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2010
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Review 36 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We had a reservation for 8pm
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a reservation for 8pm and arrived 5 minutes early. We were told it would be a few minutes until we were seated. There were several open tables and one for 2 that was open that we noticed while we were waiting. After 15-20 minutes of waiting and watching other people who came in after us get seated, we asked the hostess if we were going to be seated. She asked us what our name was again and said it would be a few minutes. Finally, we got seated at the table for 2 that had been open all along! Very frustrating! Got the feeling that you have to be a "regular" there to get proper treatment."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2011
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Review 37 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Irregardless is always awesome!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Irregardless is always awesome! We always love the beautiful ways they put together their food into savory dishes."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 38 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We are never disappointed
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We are never disappointed with the service or the food at Irregardless. Both are high quality. It's always well worth the extra bit of driving time that is required for us to get there. Unfortunately our table was right next to the entrance this last visit. It was somewhat noisy and we all ended up putting our coats on to stay warm with the door draft. However, that wil not keep us from a return visit. We'll just know to ask to be seated elsewhere!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 39 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Restaurant!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We loved the lively jazz music! Food was excellent! Service was wonderful! Can't wait to return!"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2013
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Review 40 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our table for four was intimate,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our table for four was intimate, comfortable and far enough away from the jazz ensemble so that we could easily hear each other. The waitress, Olga, was superb with an excellent knowledge of the menu and food preparation. The space between courses was well-timed and we never felt rushed. Great evening with great friends. Thanks."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2013
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Review 41 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The music was to loud. A lot
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The music was to loud. A lot of noise from people trying to talk over the music. Food was great!"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2012
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 42 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Waitress was nice but the
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Waitress was nice but the food was blah and plain."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2013
Special Features: kid-friendly, notable wine list
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Review 43 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was great and the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was great and the atmosphere was good until a wellness talk about microbes in the GI tract started. Luckily we were done eating and were able to escape before being subject to the whole talk. Perfectly fine idea to have a wellness talk, but had I known that was happening that evening, I would not have chosen this restaurant."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2011
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Review 44 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of the best restaurants
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"One of the best restaurants I've been to in a very long time. Had a hard time deciding from all the unique dishes offered. Also, thoroughly enjoyed the live music. Can't wait to go back!"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 45 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
the beef medallions werte
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"the beef medallions werte a little tough"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2011
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Review 46 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Disappointing after all these years
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was the first time that I have been to Irregardless in fifteen years. At that time, there were not many restaurants in Raleigh that had a real chef and was focused on serving food that was carefully and thoughtfully prepared with fresh ingredients.
We ordered the Vegan Nuggets and when they arrived they were pale gray gelatinous looking blobs with absolutely no flavor. Like my friend at the table said, "no one should serve gray food". My Pad Thai was very disappointing with overcooked vegetables and noodles in a very watery sauce whose only flavor was possibly chili flakes. The Morgan Street Chicken was not much better, but two our party ordered it and said that other than the chicken being a little dry, it was fine."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2007
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Review 47 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Having enjoyed this place
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Having enjoyed this place for nearly 30
years, Arthur and his staff still never fail to deliver an exceptional dining experience. Food, service, music, overall ambience - all excellent."
years, Arthur and his staff still never fail to deliver an exceptional dining experience. Food, service, music, overall ambience - all excellent."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 48 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of Raleigh's best
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Irregardless unites great ambiance, chef-driven menu, live jazz and friendly, attentive service. Irregardless is our go-to place for special nights out."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 49 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Irregardless
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We loved dining at Irregardless. The eclectic style is charming. I appreciate that a person can get quality vegan fare there. The bands are always very nice."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot
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Review 50 for Irregardless Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We enjoyed the jazz group
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We enjoyed the jazz group while dining and the food was very good, as usual. Unfortunately we never got the appetizer we ordered. The waitress offered to bring it after delivering our main course (we declined - who wants an appetizer when your hot entree is sitting in font of you). Would have been nice if she offered a dessert on the house to make up for the error. The wait staff has been better in the past. Maybe just an off night."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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