ORO

Part of me doesn’t want to write this so I can keep this place all to myself…. Why there isn’t a line out the door every night, I’m not sure but if you haven’t tried Oro yet.. you’re missing out.

This is the 2nd time we’ve been and both times we did the $65 per person tasting menu. They recommend it for parties of 6 or more, but both times we were only 3 and it was awesome.

We had 8 courses and one was better than the next. Were adventurous eaters, so we let our server decide.

Every dish was delicious ‼ The appetizer, entree, & dessert! I sat at the bar and the bartender was super busy yet attentive. Food came out quick yet hot 🔥 and fresh! Tried scallops for the first time and loved it. I also had 2 cocktails. The bathtub and one that came in a lantern. Great experience all around! Please give them a shot!

This is my second time dining here and each time was amazing!! The staff/customer service was awesome each time. Love the ambience and view. Food is absolutely delectable and I can’t say enough about the presentation of the drinks/food so creative and beautiful. I love the small plates as I get to try different dishes and the food comes out hot and timely. I’m a foodie and it’s now one of my favorite spots to take others and recommend to others. Some of my favorite dishes are the oysters, sesame cauliflower, Brussel sprouts, roasted duck, scallops, and bread pudding.

A Culinary Haven with Exquisite Cocktails in Raleigh

ORO Restaurant stands out as a culinary haven that promises an unforgettable dining experience. With its delectable cuisine, chic ambiance, and extensive cocktail selection, ORO is a must-visit destination for food enthusiasts and cocktail connoisseurs alike.

Dont miss the Grilled Avacado, Watermelon salad.

What a wonderful time we had! The story of an establishment plus the quality of the food and the service create the experience. Once we crossed the threshold into ORO it felt like we were in a restaurant we would find in a much larger and more metropolitan city. The menu was diverse, food was original takes on several Caribbean staples. The drinks were creative to say the least, take a peak at our pics. 🤣. We have the roasted brussel sprouts and normally I don’t indulge but these were emanating umami and were so flavorful. The jerk chicken and its flavoring was reminiscent of the classic flavor but enough to make it stand out. The roasted duck was different for us. It was a new experience but not our favorite, I could not get over the style of preparation, well done on the exterior bit purplish in the internal parts. It was juicy and flavorful just was not my favorite. It was presented nicely and sliced in tender pieces, I can imaging those accustomed to duck know this preparation method. Our server was truly the third arm of the experience. He welcomed us, told us the story of the establishment, provided us with a complementary app and a complementary drink, just to allow us to try two new things. We will be back, this was a good overall experience and we will be back and recommend giving it a try, worked out for a date night or business meeting location.

Chef Kiss on everything! Food popped! Music was on point too! Anytime I can hear dancehall with fine dining, I’m happy.

The only L for tonight is they charge you $3 per person to cut a cake. Otherwise, all good.

Great way to end our conference experience in Raleigh! Thankful for the staff for seating such a big party on a short notice. We decided to go with the family style dinner where they brought out just about the whole menu for everyone to try. I had the we found wonderland drink and it was presented beautifully ! The flavor was amazing! There were too many dishes to keep up with but the macaroni & cheese, Brussels sprouts and steak were my favorite. My second drink was the babe in the city which came in w cute pig cup. We ended this experience with s’mores🍫

Oro is a great date night location in Raleigh. The restaurant is bright and open with a nice upstairs balcony. The food is primarily small plates. We tried "The One with Tequila" and "Don't Blow It" cocktails which were both quite good. For small plates we had the Golden Beet Salad, Wok Fried Brussels, Truffle Mac & Cheese, Charred Scallion Noodles, Cast Iron Picanha and Grilled Jerk Chicken. The Grilled Jerk Chicken was the best jerk I have tasted and the Charred Scallion Noodles were a second favorite. The red wine chimichurri on the Cast Iron Picanha was a nice creative take on chimichurri but I think I would skip it next time and get another Jerk Chicken. We ended the meal with their show stopper Chocolate Dome which is incredibly rich - we could only eat a few bites each which worked out great splitting it four ways.

Service is amazing, food is unique, and drinks are great. The tables upstairs are pretty close, but the layout is conducive to meeting new people, and we DID!

I happen to make a quick reservation on the way into downtown Raleigh. We found a parking area right across from the restaurant. The hostess and our waiter were top-notch! They have a spectacular menu with great food that was perfectly prepared. I encourage everyone to give a try.

We had a fantastic experience at Oro, Megan our waiters was excellent, we were never in need of anything. They explained clearly the menu was similar to tapas, so it was easily understood there would be smaller portions. The tuna was flavored very well and the chilies add a nice kick to it. The duck pasta with multiple types of mushrooms was out of this world, such a umami flavor bomb. The truffle Mac and fingerling potatoes had great flavors and fried prosciutto was a nice touch on the potatoes. I will definitely be coming back to try other dishes.

This is our second time at Oro and, unfortunately, we did not rate it the first time and that’s our bad. The first time was for my birthday and it
exceptional. This time was for our anniversary and it was
exceptional, once again. We sat at the bar and Hunter was off the charts as far as service, recommendations, and taking care of us in general. His cocktails were beyond compare. The meal was fabulous. We started with the scallion noodles and moved on to the duck breast and confit potatoes. From there we had the octopus. If we were not feeling totally satiated, we would’ve ordered the Seabass or osso Buco. Dessert was the banana bread pudding that was to die for. There’s always next time. There’s so many delicious things on the menu you cannot go wrong with any of it. The atmosphere is extremely appealing, very contemporary. We would recommend a ORO to anyone and we will definitely be back. Thank you Hunter and we hope to find seats at the bar our next time in.

I chose Oro for my birthday dinner and was not disappointed. All of the food was great. The truffle mac and cheese blew us away. We followed that with the braised oxtail which was also delicious. Then we also had the coconut curry lobster tail and wok fried Brussels. Both of these were full of great flavor. The servings seem small but if you follow the chef's recommended 2 dishes per person, it will leave you satisfied. Hope to visit again.

Listen! I am soo glad I stepped outside of my comfort zone and tried some new things. My group ordered just about the whole menu and the only thing that we all agreed on was that the Mac n cheese could've stayed off the menu. Other than that, EVERYTHING was a hit!!! Sorry I didn't think about pics until after the food was gone, but trust it was all good.. down to the crispy cauliflower..and this is coming from someone who doesn't care for cauliflower!! Absolutely would recommend!

Amazing food and service! I recommend the coconut curry if you can handle a little heat.

Came here for girls nights and was not disappointed. The atmosphere is amazing and so was the customer service. Food may take a while to prepare if it’s busy so I would recommend getting an appetizer and drinks while you wait. Also, make sure you know where you park is okay (don’t want to get a ticket from the city) !! Overall, food was great and would recommend ORO.

A definite must for a late dinner downtown Raleigh. Very modern trendy interior. They have a great cocktail bar. I came for the roasted oysters super yum and avocado salad. My server was efficient and personable.

Lovely place to have a nice dinner! Partner and I went here for Valentine’s Day and had an amazing meal. Our waitress was beyond helpful and had the perfect personality for this profession! All of her recommendations were exceptional and her knowledge of the drink and food menu was super impressive. The music and atmosphere is amazing! Only complaint is that it was sooo hot in there, but our weather had been crazy so can’t even fault them.
*pictured is the braised oxtail with marrow, duck breast, Brussels sprouts, and soba noddles. All absolutely amazing!

Delicious! The butternut Squash was the best I’ve ever had! I like the shared plate theme. I wish the crab cakes were a little bigger because they were very flavorful and not bread filled. Everything was seasoned well, came out hot, and was plated beautifully. We also tried the truffle mac&cheese, pot stickers, and a few drinks. You have to try Alice in Wonderland! I’ll be back!

Tonight my friend and I dined at Oro in Raleigh and I must say, the experience was nothing short of amazing! We decided to try a variety of dishes and each one impressed us with its unique flavors and impeccable presentation. The staff was attentive and knowledgeable, enhancing our dining experience with their excellent service with Cory an the other team members. Oro’s commitment to quality and creativity shines through their menu, chef Kevin came out to see us and others and was personable, humble and a true professional and master of his craft. I can’t wait to return. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a top-notch dining experience in Raleigh!