Ashley Christensen is an award-winning chef based in Raleigh, North Carolina, known for her modern take on classic Southern comfort food. She owns and operates AC Restaurants, a group of diverse and highly acclaimed...
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I made reservations about a month in advance to celebrate our 10 year anniversary and my birthday. I was highly anticipating it since I loved Poole’s. We came in on a Thursday night at 6:30. Upon arrival we were sat between two 2-tops that seemed extremely close to us. The oyster appetizer was very flavorful although I did bite down on some grit with one. We ordered the gnocchi and NC fish. The fish was good but the gnocchi was barely warm and by the time I got done eating it was actually cold. Something was off with the texture and it was very lacking in flavor. After paying $150 for an app, two entrees and two glasses of wine we were still hungry after we left the restaurant. I was a bit disappointed by the portion sizes for the price.
This wasn’t on our list but I’m so glad we had a chance to eat here. We were greeted and made very comfortable and well taken care of, thanx to Kat. We tried the oysters, which were the best I’ve ever had, never had that preparation but pleasantly surprised. That’s how our dinner started and it only got better from there. If I had to do it again I would not change a thing. They didn’t disappoint and definitely will be returning. Thank you Kat for the guidance with the menu and the excellent wine pairing. Sorry for not adding pictures of the entrees, we had the roasted 1/2 chicken and the gnocchi, which we started devouring them before I thought to take a picture.
5
I would give death & taxes 6 stars if I could. Wood cooked steaks so flavorful and tender. Great wine selection. Exciting appetizers. The service was outstanding. The attention to detail and timing/sequencing of the food drop off was extremely impressive and genuinely left our group of 4 speechless. The bread pudding dessert was incredible. Fine dining at a reasonable price point in the heart of downtown Raleigh. They even kicked in a free champagne toast as we were celebrating our engagement, that was so generous and kind of them. Thank you so much
5
Celebrated our anniversary with an amazing and memorable meal! The steak was great, but funnily enough the sides are what we still talk about!! The beets with goat cheese were next level; we have tried many times to recreate them at home. Eating at the bar next to the kitchen was really fun as you get to watch food drop into the wood fired oven.
5
Death and Taxes is definitely an experience worth having.
Walking in the door, the place has an unassuming feel to it. Simultaneously classy, but not over the top or stuck up.
The food menu was small, but thoroughly curated. All of the food has an element of smoke, char, or fire to it. There are lots of vibrant flavor pairings and interesting takes on classic dishes. After trying 6 different menu items, I am comfortable saying you cannot choose a bad option. The wine selection was excellent, with a lot of unique small vinyard wines.
Our server, Jess, was wonderful. She was very polite, had a strong knowledge of the menu, gave great recommendations, and was just attentive enough that we were never looking for her.
If you are a foodie willing to shell out for a unique and delicious meal, definitely give this place a try.
