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Downtown Raleigh’s newest burger room is making big noise in a small space. Opened October 12, 2024 at 911 N. West St., Suite 105, LaGana marries wagyu-fueled smashburgers with a curated lineup of wine, beer, bubbles and cocktails. The “fine casual” concept from chef-owner Luis Zouain even tucks in a monthly omakase, turning a quick-service counter into something more ambitious.
That ambition starts with the meat. The signature Textbook burger uses locally sourced wagyu through a collaboration with Wilders Wagyu, a partnership repeatedly noted by local media. On the bread side, buns were fine‑tuned with baker Andrew Ullum of Union Special, reinforcing an ingredient‑first approach that keeps the build minimalist and the flavors dialed in…