Il Falò Wood-Fired Kitchen

Eric Fairfax II 2 months ago

Dining in for dinner. I was immediately met with a kind server named Nicole. She suggested an appetizer I couldn’t refuse, the whipped ricotta dip. delicious. I asked for recommendations on entrees, her suggestion with the baked rigatoni, or the italian sausage pizza was a hard decision. I went with the Rigatoni and couldn’t have been happier. She said the pizza chef was top notch but the way she described the rigatoni I couldn’t refuse. ill be back for the pizza. 10/10 would recommend for service and meal

Claudia Miller 6 months ago

If you’re overlooking Il Falo because it’s attached to the Westin Element, don’t. This is easily one of the most underrated Italian restaurants in Raleigh. We went on a Friday night with reservations (definitely recommend), and while it started off relaxed, it picked up after 8 PM with both hotel guests and larger groups coming in. The food completely exceeded expectations. The truffle fries were a standout, crispy, loaded with flavor, and a must-order. The pepperoni pizza (wood-fired) had incredible flavor and a perfectly crisp crust. I ordered the chicken parm with homemade pasta, crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and a huge portion (I got about three meals out of it). My husband had the baked ziti and loved it. We originally wanted the arancini, but they were sold out, honestly, not even needed because the portions were so generous. The wine selection was also solid, we had a great bottle that paired perfectly with everything. For dessert, the olive oil cake was the standout, moist, rich, and absolutely worth ordering. We paired it with the pistachio gelato, which was good, but the cake is the real reason to save room. Service made the experience even better.

M Thompson 6 months ago

The food is delicious! You would not even know you are in a hotel. Diamond is such a bubbly and sweet server. The Bartender I cannot remember his name but he was great as well. Highly recommend the pizza or the caesar salad with salmon.

Phil P a year ago

Dominique was amazing as well as the hostess whose name I didn't catch. From start to finish we had a great experience. Dominique gave us great suggestions on drinks as well as the dessert. I had the seasonal crown royal drink and it was definitely a winner. The crispy skin salmon and spinach risotto was cooked perfectly and is something I would order again. Lastly she recommended the olive oil cake and it's "different" i wasn't going to try it but got it for my dinner guest because he was on the fence about it. The texture is like a really moist cornbread but also sweet. Give it a shot! Overall I would return here again and again just for the ambiance. The bar was open and inviting and it was quiet enough for conversation. Kudos to the team in the front of house for the hospitality and shout out to the kitchen for Absolutely killing the food!! Perfect combination!

Stunna Daren a year ago

Il Falò Wood-Fired Kitchen offers a sleek and contemporary space that is as inviting as it is impressive. I came for a business lunch and found the environment to be perfect for conversation. The seating was comfortable, the lighting was warm, and parking in the back was more than sufficient. The service was attentive without being intrusive, which made the meal even more enjoyable. I ordered the salmon and shared a pizza with my group. Both dishes were flavorful and nicely prepared. While the food was very good, I was hoping for a little more given the elegant surroundings and price point. Even so, it was a satisfying lunch and I could easily see myself returning for a more relaxed evening meal. The bathrooms were as modern and upscale as the dining area, which added to the overall polished feel of the restaurant. Unfortunately, they were out of napkins during my visit, so I could not dry my hands. That was a small detail in an otherwise high quality experience. Il Falò is well worth a visit whether you are on a date or meeting colleagues.