Tucked away in downtown Raleigh sits a turquoise brick building that houses what might be North Carolina’s perfect marriage of nostalgic comfort and culinary innovation.
Poole’s doesn’t announce itself with fanfare or gimmicks – it simply delivers plate after plate of food so good you’ll find yourself plotting your return visit before you’ve even paid the check.
The restaurant’s vintage-inspired exterior might suggest a simple diner experience, but step inside and you’ll discover one of the most celebrated culinary destinations in the Southeast.
Those in the know come from miles around specifically for the seared scallops – plump, sweet treasures from the sea that receive the kind of respectful treatment that transforms good ingredients into unforgettable experiences…