What's the best Raleigh restaurant to go with a group of friends?

[roscomac]

Margaux's is another great choice.

[evaofnc]

Battistella (have not been but looks good!)

When it was at Crabtree it was great. I would think the downtown location would be great as well.

[Claire_F]

I think Sitti is a particularly good choice. They take reservations (you can make them via Open Table on their web site), and have a large communal table. When I go with friends, we like to get several of the hot and cold mezze plates and share. It's a great way to sample a lot of different dishes.

Beasley's Chicken & Honey: the food is good, but the seating is VERY uncomfortable - hard stools with no backs. If you're looking for a place where you can relax and sit back, this is not the place. Here's a picture of the seating to give you an idea. They also do not take reservations.

If you're interested in Thai food, Sawasdee is a great choice. For large groups, I'd recommend the Glenwood Avenue location; the one on Capital is pretty small. If you're anywhere near Wake Forest, Thai Cafe is also a good choice, and I think they could easily seat a large group.

[BoBromhal]

having heard Sawasdee ( a good choice!) I am reminded also that you'd probably have a good time at Taverna Agora, also on Glenwood.

[ronjon10]

Tosca Brava. Amazing food, eccentric owner. Come in with an open mind.

[JQ Public]

Originally Posted by mskb

Jibarra
Mandolin
Poole's Diner
Chuck/Beasley's Chicken & Honey/Fox Liquor Bar
18 Seaboard
Buku
Battistella (have not been but looks good!)
An
Bella Monica
Saint Jacques
Waraji
Sitti
Seoul Garden
J. Betski

There are also many many Durham restaurants that are worth the extra time to drive! But that's another list....

Great list! Definitely call to make reservations if you can!
Others include

Caffe Luna - Raleigh
Bella Mia - Cary
David's Dumpling and Noodle Bar - Raleigh
Casa Carbone - Raleigh
Inchin's Bamboo Garden - Morrisville (Indian/Chinese fusion...I usually just get a lot of appetizers)
Kanki - Raleigh (local chain...best of the Japanese Steakhouses in the Triangle)
Lilly's Pizza - Raleigh
Margaux's - Raleigh
Porter's City Tavern - Raleigh
Sawasdee Thai - Raleigh 2 Locations
Fleming's Steakhouse -Raleigh (Chain)
Brio Tuscan Grill - Raleigh (chain)
Tribeca Tavern - Raleigh/Cary (local chain)
Udupi Cafe - Cary (vegetarian)
The Pit - Downtown Raleigh
Daniel's - Apex