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Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar, Raleigh, NC

Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar

4.7
4.7
3054 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 41 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Romantic
Mulino Italian Kitchen and Bar, a locally owned Italian restaurant that has been named one of Raleigh's best by Raleigh Magazine. Located in the heart of downtown Raleigh, minutes from the Raleigh Convention Center, Mulino offers an authentic dining experience that showcases the rich flavors and traditions of Italy. Guests can enjoy classic Italian dishes made with fresh ingredients, perfectly paired with wines from Italy & beyond.

Mulino’s inviting atmosphere includes cozy indoor seating & a beautiful outdoor patio, available on a first-come basis. Mulino can accommodate parties from 2 to 250 guests. For groups of 12 or more, a special large-party menu is available to enhance your dining experience.

Parking is available at 209 N. Dawson Street, 329 N McDowell Street, and streetwise along Lane Street.

We look forward to welcoming you to Mulino Italian Kitchen and Bar, where every meal is crafted with passion and every guest is treated like family.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Pizzeria
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (919) 838-8595
  • Website
    http://www.mulinoraleigh.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Samad Hachby
  • Catering
    We offer on-premise catering to wedding facilities, conference centers, clubs, and other venues.
  • Private party facilities
    Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar is perfect for your next private event. With four different private dining areas, there is a room to capture a memorable private dining experience.
  • Private party contact
    Samad Hachby: (877) 213-1087
  • Location
    309 N Dawson St, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Neighbourhood
    Raleigh
  • Cross Street
    Lane Street
  • Parking details
    74 complimentary parking spots available on site.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Cake fee $2.50 per person. Corkage fees $35. Gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options available upon request. Wine by The Bottle Options Available upon Request

Insalate

  • SfizziosaUS$13.00

    Oven-roasted red beets, fennel, mix greens, segmented oranges, walnut, citron dressing

    • BurrataUS$14.00

      Organic arugula, roasted bell peppers, roasted tomato, olives, burrata cheese, balsamic dressing

      Pane

      • Bread BasketUS$6.00

        House-made traditional small loaf of bread with olive oil

        Antipasti

        • TagliereUS$28.00

          Prosciutto, salame, coppa, taleggio, caciocavallo, pecorino, cured olives, pickled vegetables

          • Fritto MistoUS$16.00

            Fresh calamari, fresh shrimp, fried pickles, cherry pepper sauce

            • Arancini SicilianiUS$13.00

              Deep fried rice balls, taleggio, bolognese, house salsa

              • PolpoUS$17.00

                Mediterranean octopus, fresh chickpeas tomatoes insalata

                • Seared Scallop FondutaUS$18.00

                  Scallops, parmiggiano crema with umbrian black truffle

                  Pinsa Dough / Pizza alla Romana

                  The chef requests that there be no substitution

                  • PepperoniUS$24.00

                    San Marzano sauce caramelized onions, pepperoni and mozzarella

                    • Mulino*US$24.00

                      San Marzano sauce, arugula, mozzarella, prosciutto, organic baked egg

                      • Pesto ChickenUS$24.00

                        San Marzano sauce, grilled pesto chicken, mozzarella, spinach, and olives

                        • PrincipessaUS$24.00

                          Bechamel sauce, gorgonzola, pears, walnuts, prosciutto, honey

                          • BoscaiolaUS$24.00

                            Cremini mushroom, house made beef and pork sausage, mozzarella

                            • MargheritaUS$22.00

                              Fresh cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, fresh basil

                              • Quattro FromaggiUS$24.00

                                Tomato sauce, taleggio, gorgonzola agrodolce, mozzarella, sotto cenere

                                Pasta & Risotto

                                all fresh pasta is made in house with local and organic lindley mill flour and organic eggs

                                • PicciUS$24.00

                                  Amatriciana: san marzano tomato, onion, italian guanciale, chili, aged parmigiano reggiano

                                  • TonarelloUS$23.00

                                    Carbonara: organic eggs, italian guanciale, black peppercorn, pecorino

                                    • TagliatelleUS$24.00

                                      Bolognese: fresh pasta, beef and pork ragu, reggiano, San Marzano

                                      • GnocchiUS$24.00

                                        Tartufo: handmade potato dumpling, Umbrian black truffle, parmigiano crema

                                        • LasagnaUS$24.00

                                          Fresh pasta, beef and pork ragu, bechamel & reggiano, mozzarella

                                          • Eggplant RavioliUS$24.00

                                            Smoked eggplant, sun dried tomatoes, ricotta, san marzano reggiano sauce

                                            • Risotto del GiornoUS$24.00

                                              Risotto of the day

                                              Carne & Pesce

                                              • Agnello*US$34.00

                                                Red wine braised lamb shank with saffron risotto

                                                • Pollo*US$25.00

                                                  Organic chicken, mushrooms, Dijon sauce, rosemary potatoes

                                                  • Carne*

                                                    Chef's cut, mushrooms, wine sauce, rosemary potatoes

                                                    • MP

                                                  • Pesce del Giorno*

                                                    Fish of the day (Market Availability)

                                                    • MP

                                                  Contorni

                                                  $10

                                                  • Roasted Potatoes

                                                    rosemary oil

                                                    • Mushrooms

                                                      with butter and pesto

                                                      • Zucchini

                                                        with italian herbs

                                                        Dolci

                                                        • TiramisuUS$10.00

                                                          Sabayon, coffee, and lady fingers, made in house (includes raw eggs)

                                                          • AffogatoUS$8.00

                                                            Vanilla gelato, topped with hot espresso.

                                                            • Chocolate TartufoUS$12.00

                                                              Hazelnut semifredo

                                                              • CannoliUS$8.00

                                                                Fresh ricotta, and chocolate chips, made in house

                                                                • Lemon TartufoUS$12.00

                                                                  Lemon semifredo, lemon sabayon.

                                                                  • Vanilla Crème BruleeUS$10.00

                                                                    Made in House

                                                                    White by the Glass

                                                                    • Gorghi Tondi Sicilia (Grillo)US$12.00

                                                                      Fresh and light Mediterranean herbs, tangerine, white peach and citrus

                                                                      • 84 Prosecco, VenetoUS$13.00

                                                                        Light and refreshing, aromatic, crisp, flavor of pear, white peach, and apricot

                                                                        • Gorghi Tondi Rose, Terre Siciliane (Nerello Mascalese)US$12.00

                                                                          Fragrant, fresh notes, pomegranate finish

                                                                          • Edorado Chardonnay, PiemonteUS$12.00

                                                                            Golden color, flavor of lemon, vanilla, and light oak

                                                                            • Fontanavecchia, Campania (Falanghina)US$12.00

                                                                              Citrus bouquet, grapefruit, and peach

                                                                              • Karagnaj, Sardegna (Vermintino)US$14.00

                                                                                Melon, green apple, peach, citrus and grapefruit

                                                                                • Riesling, Roemo, (Verona-Trento)US$12.00

                                                                                  Perfect balance of acidity and mineral flavors combined with the softness of sugar

                                                                                  Red by the Glass

                                                                                  • Gorghi Tondi, Nero d'Avola, SiciliaUS$13.00

                                                                                    Biodynamic; sweet tannins, aroma of plum and pepper

                                                                                    • Chianti, Toscana (Sangiovese)US$12.00

                                                                                      Medium body, vanilla, cherry notes, and a dryer finish with notes of dried herbs

                                                                                      • San Lorenzo, Abruzzo (Montepulciano d'Abruzzuo)US$12.00

                                                                                        Dark cherry notes, light leather, and smooth finish

                                                                                        • Rubido '13, Toscana (Merlot)US$13.00

                                                                                          Bold body, medium fruit, smooth finish, notes of cigar and leather

                                                                                          • Poderi dal Nespoli, Romagna (Sangiovese)US$12.00

                                                                                            Medium body, oak, tobacco, cherry, raspberry, and plum

                                                                                            Cocktails

                                                                                            $16

                                                                                            • Casta Diva

                                                                                              Belvedere vodka, butterfly pea flower tea, lavender, crème de peche and lemon

                                                                                              • Fibonacci

                                                                                                Old Forester bourbon, yuzu sherbet, salted honey and lemon

                                                                                                • Amalfi Holiday

                                                                                                  Altos tequila, Cointreau, cold pressed melon, smoke and salt bitters, agave and lime

                                                                                                  • Tropico Royale

                                                                                                    Pineapple infused rum, roasted banana liqueur, tiki bitters, agave and lime

                                                                                                    • Ford Vs Ferrari

                                                                                                      Rittenhouse bonded rye, Del Maguey vida mezcal, Amaro Montenegro and angostura bitters

                                                                                                      • After Midnight

                                                                                                        Titos vodka, espresso, tonka (contains nuts) and spiced Mexican liqueur

                                                                                                        Birra Drafts

                                                                                                        $8. Ask Server About Seasonal Draft Selections

                                                                                                        • Red Oak Amber Lager ABV 5.0%

                                                                                                          Birra Bottles

                                                                                                          $6

                                                                                                          • Bold Rock Cider ABV 4.7%

                                                                                                            • Stella Artois ABV 5.0%

                                                                                                              • White Street Hoptimist ABV 7.5%

                                                                                                                • White Street Kolsch ABV 5.2%

                                                                                                                  Last updated: June 26, 2022

                                                                                                                  What 3,054 people are saying

                                                                                                                  Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                                                  Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                                                  4.7
                                                                                                                  4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                                  • 4.6Food
                                                                                                                  • 4.7Service
                                                                                                                  • 4.7Ambience
                                                                                                                  • 4.4Value

                                                                                                                  Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                                  Loved For

                                                                                                                  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

                                                                                                                    Romantic

                                                                                                                  • Raleigh

                                                                                                                    Romantic

                                                                                                                  • Raleigh

                                                                                                                    Italian

                                                                                                                  Review summary

                                                                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                                  Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar offers a "fantastic" dining experience with "phenomenal" food, attentive service, and a charming ambiance. Guests rave about the delicious homemade pasta and exquisite wine selection. The outdoor seating is a "perfect" setting, enhancing the already "stellar" atmosphere. While some found seating arrangements challenging, the overall experience is highly recommended.

                                                                                                                  3,054 Reviews

                                                                                                                  1. Juliet

                                                                                                                    Raleigh

                                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                                    4.0

                                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                                    Dined today

                                                                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                    2. Food 3
                                                                                                                    3. Service 4
                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                    Overall, everything was good. Our appetizer (arancini) came out a little bit cool and my strip steak was overdone on the outside and very underdone on the inside.

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                                                                                                                  2. Scott

                                                                                                                    New York City

                                                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                                                    Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                    Wonderful as always!! Can’t wait to come back again!

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                                                                                                                  3. Janette

                                                                                                                    Raleigh

                                                                                                                    21 reviews

                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                    21 reviews

                                                                                                                    Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                    The vibe was elegant and beautiful. Minimal noise, big open romantic space, excellent food and drinks. I had the lobster linguine, it was perfection. Our waitress was incredibly kind, attentive, and efficient. We would love to visit again when it warms up outside.

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                                                                                                                  4. Kimberlee

                                                                                                                    Charleston

                                                                                                                    23 reviews

                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                    23 reviews

                                                                                                                    Dined on February 8, 2025

                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                    Celebrated a family birthday here and it was a lovely evening! Food was delicious & presented nicely. On the pricier end but worth it for a special occasion.
                                                                                                                    Mulino Italian Kitchen & BarResponded 2 days ago
                                                                                                                    Thank you for choosing Mulino for your birthday celebration, Kimberlee! We're thrilled you enjoyed the cuisine and the overall ambiance during your visit. Our team appreciates your feedback and looks forward to welcoming you back for more celebrations in the future. Cheers!

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                                                                                                                  5. Kevin

                                                                                                                    Philadelphia

                                                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                                                    Dined on February 8, 2025

                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                    3. Service 4
                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                    Creative, well portioned dishes at a reasonable price served in a great atmosphere.
                                                                                                                    Mulino Italian Kitchen & BarResponded 2 days ago
                                                                                                                    Thank you for your five-star review, Kevin! We're thrilled you enjoyed our creative dishes and ambiance during your evening with us at Mulino. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Cheers!

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                                                                                                                  6. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                                    Tahoe

                                                                                                                    5 reviews

                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                    5 reviews

                                                                                                                    Dined on February 8, 2025

                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                    As always, Mulino’s delivered A+ food and service. Madison, our server, was amazing and took great care of us. We enjoyed a variety of culinary delights from scallops to lasagna to lamb chops and bolognese tagliatelle. Desert of crème brûlée and canoli were off the charts. Madison introduced us to Black Sambuca which was unbelievable.
                                                                                                                    Mulino Italian Kitchen & BarResponded 2 days ago
                                                                                                                    Thank you for your glowing review! We're delighted you enjoyed your culinary experience at Mulino and trying the Black Sambuca. We also love to hear Madison elevated your evening with her service. We can't wait to welcome you back for another memorable dining experience. Cheers!

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                                                                                                                  7. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                                    Charlotte

                                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                                    3.0

                                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                                    Dined on February 7, 2025

                                                                                                                    1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                    2. Food 3
                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                    Don’t get the chicken. Pasta was good! Have had better pizza in Raleigh.
                                                                                                                    Mulino Italian Kitchen & BarResponded 2 days ago
                                                                                                                    Thank you for visiting Mulino! We strive to provide the best food to our guests and apologize if our chicken didn't meet your expectations. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back soon. Cheers!

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                                                                                                                  8. Ted

                                                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                                                    Washington DC

                                                                                                                    15 reviews

                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                    15 reviews

                                                                                                                    Dined on February 5, 2025

                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                    I had a great meal (and experience) at Mulino! My waitress, Karina, did a wonderful job answering my questions and giving me advice. She was also very patient as I retrieved my wallet from the car! I enjoyed my cocktail, the Pampelmo Sunset, and main course, the lasagna, very much. Against my better judgment, I also had the tiramisu. I was not disappointed.
                                                                                                                    Mulino Italian Kitchen & BarResponded on February 7, 2025
                                                                                                                    Thank you for your glowing review, Ted! We're thrilled you had a wonderful evening with us at Mulino. We strive to provide a memorable experience for our guests, and we're glad to hear we succeeded. We look forward to your next visit. Cheers!

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                                                                                                                  9. Sonal

                                                                                                                    Raleigh

                                                                                                                    8 reviews

                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                    8 reviews

                                                                                                                    Dined on February 2, 2025

                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                    I got a last minute reservation for 10 people at Mulino for a birthday dinner and our group had a fantastic experience. Our waitress Luana was absolutely amazing and helpful! She made the evening super great and the birthday girl had such a lovely time! The wine selection was great and the Casta Diva cocktail was so good! I loved the gnocchi with the truffle cream sauce - like little pillows in my mouth!
                                                                                                                    Mulino Italian Kitchen & BarResponded on February 4, 2025
                                                                                                                    Thank you for your glowing review, Sonal! We're thrilled you and your friends had a fantastic birthday dinner at Mulino. We also love to hear our team made your evening memorable. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back soon. Cheers!

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                                                                                                                  10. Chris

                                                                                                                    Raleigh

                                                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                                                    Dined on February 1, 2025

                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                    We had an amazing time dinning. The food was delicious.
                                                                                                                    Mulino Italian Kitchen & BarResponded on February 4, 2025
                                                                                                                    Thank you for the five-star love, Chris! We're thrilled you enjoyed your evening with us at Mulino and that the cuisine was on point. We look forward to serving you again soon. Cheers!

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                                                                                                                  FAQs

                                                                                                                  Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (919) 838-8595.

                                                                                                                  Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 3054 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                                                  Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

                                                                                                                  Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                                                                  Make a reservation

                                                                                                                  2 people
                                                                                                                  7:00 p.m.
                                                                                                                  Booked 41 times today

                                                                                                                  Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                                                  Google Map for Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar

                                                                                                                  309 N Dawson St, Raleigh, NC 27603

                                                                                                                  Additional information

                                                                                                                  • Cross Street
                                                                                                                    Lane Street
                                                                                                                  • Neighbourhood
                                                                                                                    Raleigh
                                                                                                                  • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                                    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                                                                                                  • Price
                                                                                                                    $30 and under
                                                                                                                  • Cuisines
                                                                                                                    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Pizzeria
                                                                                                                  • Dining style
                                                                                                                    Casual Elegant
                                                                                                                  • Dress code
                                                                                                                    Business Casual
                                                                                                                  • Parking details
                                                                                                                    74 complimentary parking spots available on site.
                                                                                                                  • Payment Options
                                                                                                                    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                                  • Executive Chef
                                                                                                                    Samad Hachby
                                                                                                                  • Additional
                                                                                                                    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                                                  • Website
                                                                                                                    http://www.mulinoraleigh.com/
                                                                                                                  • Phone number
                                                                                                                    (919) 838-8595
                                                                                                                  • Catering
                                                                                                                    We offer on-premise catering to wedding facilities, conference centers, clubs, and other venues.
                                                                                                                  • Private party facilities
                                                                                                                    Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar is perfect for your next private event. With four different private dining areas, there is a room to capture a memorable private dining experience.
                                                                                                                  • Private party contact
                                                                                                                    Samad Hachby: (877) 213-1087

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