1705Prime Catering & Events

My dining experience at this establishment has been similar to the others who have posted low scores. The service was lacking on so many levels as well as lacking the professional attitude found in what one may call ""upscale dining"". I could live with the lackluster service if the food was better but it was not. I agree with others that its not worth the money. more

Finally a night out without kids so we tried 1705. We were seated along the perimeter which has curtains separating tables- great table and offered privacy while we could still view everything. A bit snooty and everyone seems to check you out as you're seated. Some folks actually looked ticked that we were getting one of the best tables while they were out in the open - mostly the old folks and a couple of dyed-blond ""trophy wife wannabes"" who scowled at us a few times. A lot of folks seem to want to be seen, but trust me - no eye candy here. A very stark interior and they really do need to change the music. We sat for 10 min before we were offered water, another 10 before drink order. Pretty slow from there. Another 15 min to order. Our one piece of bread and and frozen butter arrived after appetizers. Pros: Ok steak, my prime cap was good ""need to call to reserve it"" Cons: Service was slow and slack, not worth the price (and we'll happily drop $200+ on dinner) more

My husband and I made reservations for dinner for our 10th wedding anniversary. It was a Thursday evening and it was not busy at all. The waiter was great, menu was a la carte and to be honest the prices shocked us. We paid exactly the same amount as we did when we went to MORTONS STEAKHOUSE IN CHICAGO!!! Hello!!!??? The atmosphere and service was not half as good as Mortons. The food was good but nothing was special about the experience or atmosphere. It was almost boring! If prices were posted on their website, I would not have chosen that restaurant. In case you're wondering, we both had a steak, we both had a side dish, we both had a salad, and I had 1 glass of the house wine and the total came to $120.00!! Add a $25 tip to that too! YIKES!! Pros: Food quality Cons: Price more

The Sunday started well; the restaurant was only about 1/4 full, so we were quickly seated, and were quickly greeted by a very personable and friendly server. Then the problems started. Our drinks took 20 Pros: Friendly Server Cons: Everthing else! more

I kept hearing about 1705 Prime and decided to give it a try. I'm glad I did!!!!!!! The dining room is elegant yet modern, and the layout is perfect for either a romantic meal or business gathering. The service was outstanding and attention to detail was superb. The star of the show however is the food. Not pretentious but elegant. Not overwhelming but just the right amount. The steaks are the best I've ever had, and the sides are something to rave about. Just when I thought it couldn't get any better, the server mentioned the cheese cart and we were in heaven. The perfect ending to our meal and one of the best selections of cheese in a restaurant we have found. I love this place and will make it a frequent stop in our dining travels. Thanks Pros: Everything Cons: The plants outside the front doors. more

I have experienced 1705 steaks in the lounge and dinning room a few times now and everytime the experience has been incredible. I am not a steak snob or wine snob but I love the dry aged steaks at 1705 (I think the aging process helps tenderness and flavor). My server recommended the cheese cart and it was a perfect set up with a bottle of wine while we waited for our steaks. The atmoshere in the dinning room is very nice and the service was exceptional. I would definetly recommend 1705 for business functions or a great way to impress someone. The location was a little hard to find but its where Micheals Deans resided for a number of years. The best steak by far and the homeade ice cream with French Press coffee was a great finish. I have been to the regular steak joints in the area and they are good but 1705 had a unique feel and its not a chain. Pros: Prime meat and dry aged steaks Cons: hard to find location more

I am a person who works in sales so I have eaten lots of places. I like certain things in a restaurant and definitely have higher expectations based on price. I didn't like the fact that they didn't post their menu pricing on their own website. This was a family dinner be paid for by us, not my corporate card. I made reservations, we arrived on time and were seated immediately. Very nice decor, and set up of the restaurant. Waiter explained the menu, what ""makes"" 1705 (on site dry cooler) 1 of 3 on the east coast. Recommends the steak, informs us they are out of the Prime cap. Its 7:30, I had understood that if you want the prime cap you need to reserve it when you make reservations. No problem lots of other steak choices. Pros: steak, and appearance Cons: way overpriced, anything other than the steak is bad I promise you more

I was absolutely blown away from the moment I walked in. I couldn't believe how beautiful this place was - it definitely set the mood for an incredible experience. The host staff was friendly and able to accomodate us even though we didn't have a reservation. During our brief wait for a table we stepped into the Stinger Lounge for a martini. I was definitely impressed with the size of the martini and even more by the extensive wine menu. We shared the lobster fingers appetizer (to die for) and then we were lead to our table in the dining room. We ordered a bottle of champagne and the General Manager (Gregg) stopped by with fresh strawberries soaked in a lightly sweet sryup to eat with our champagne. Impressive! I frequent South Beach and always find myself having champagne at all of the hot spots but have never been served strawberries without having to ask for them. We ordered the Ribeye Filet and Pan Seared Grouper and I can honestly say that that was the best piece of fish and the best piece of meat that I have ever put in my mouth. The truffled mashed potatoes are nothing short of amazing. The creamed spinach was the best ever - not too overdone with cream or cheese so that you could still get the flavor of the spinach. I forgot to mention the salads - we had both the ceasar and the house - those were the best salads that Raleigh has to offer. I would come here just to have a salad (too bad they are not open for lunch) Unfortunately we were stuffed and could not try any dessert. But that just gives me a reason to come back and I can't wait!!! Pros: Everything!!! Cons: Nothing !!! more

I have spent years traveling for business living in hotels and eating at restaurants along the east coast at my employer?s expense. Rumor has it that I have eaten enough filets to wipe out several herds of cattle and there is some truth to that. I have my favorites and I am certainly skeptical when it comes to rating a piece of beef! Recently, my lovely wife approached me about going to dinner for our anniversary I began searching for a unique place here in Raleigh. We loved 1705's atmosphere. Quite, dimly lit dining area that offers smaller tables tucked away along the sides for a private feel. We were treated like honored guests by staff and received attention as if we were the only guests there. I made reservations online and noted it was our anniversary which they obviously took note of. After receiving drinks we were surprised with a plate of fresh strawberries and a bowl of hot chocolate for dipping. She was sold from that point on!! Appetizers, lobster bisque (with a generous portion of real Lobster) was excellent. I really came for the steak and wanted to get my first try at the TRULY dry-aged beef. We both ordered 9 oz filets medium rare and they were exceptional. I would rate the steak on my top 5 of all the places I have visited over the years and definitely the best I have had in the triangle. Choice cuts and cooked perfectly with a flavor unique to others which I assume is a result of the dry-aged process with no overwhelming charcoal or hickory flavors that sometimes hide the true flavor of fine beef. For dessert, we tried the homemade ice cream and my wife claims it is the best she has ever had. Definitely a step up from Breyers. To top it off they brought us fresh made donuts on the house. The only negative thing about our trip is that we ate too much! What a wonderful night of dining only minutes from our house. Thanks to all the folks at 1705 for making our anniversary so special. Now I have raised the bar for next year!!!! Pros: Great steak, exceptional treatment Cons: Pricey but worth it more

As a future foodie bride who recently moved to Raleigh, I was excited at the prospect of seeing the event space and tasting the much acclaimed menu. The restaurant's decor is modern & tasteful. The menu was nicely diverse. The drink ""manual"" is cumbersome and the sommelier overstated the quality of a bottle of wine which we later confirmed retailing at $ 12.00!!! I ordered the Caesar salad and several parties ordered the deconstructed Wedge salad made with proscuitto, and Bibb lettuce. My onion soup was over salted but had all the lovely richness of a good Onion Soup. The lobster bisque was exceptional and the lobster meat sweet. Upon clearing that course, another salad was served to one of the parties instead of the Lobster bisque he had ordered and my Caesar salad was reminiscent of a bottled dressing version. Both the Ribeye Filet and 14 oz filet ordered as medium were served as a rare. So rare that the parties sent back the steaks only to be served again with same level of doneness, rare and now with a tough outer layer. The 20 oz. Rib eye that was ordered was also undercooked. Sides ordered were the Sweet Potatoes Lyonnais, Creamed Spinach and Blue Cheese Potato Puree which were all delicious. The Smoked Paprika Pommes Frites was the star dish of the evening if only they had been served uncovered so that would retain some of the crunchiness. The ""Wild Mushroom"" ragout was the single worse example of ""chophouse"" mushrooms I've ever experienced. They were rubbery and without any flavor. The wait staff appeared to be short staffed. The overflowing garbage cans in the women's filthy bathroom completed the experience. After reading the many reviews, I had high hopes for both the event space and restaurant. Now I have neither, our table's consensus was that the restaurant was on the cusp, either of greatness or the slide into the sea of Raleigh's many mediocre restaurants. Pros: The space is beautiful, the food presentation is lovely. Cons: Overall better quality control is needed throughout both front of the house and in the kitchen. more

My wife loves food so we eat out alot. We decided to try 1705 Prime when it first opened. When we first walked in we were very surprised on how modern, classy, and elegant the inside of the restaurant is. We decided to order a bottle of wine and the cheese cart for an appetizer. Patrick, our informative, attentive, and friendly server, made our mouths water with the many variety's of cheese. We both ordered the filet as it's our favorite cut. (Other friend's have said the Prime Cap is another favorite). For sides, we shared the Blue Cheese Au Gratin Potatoes and asparagus - yum! My wife also loves dessert - so we had to try the homeade ice cream with unique flavors such as cinnamon, basil, or bourbon. Unbelievably good. Since we didn't want the night to end, we headed to the Stinger Lounge connected through a hallway next door. The decor is modern with a fresh crisp and comfortable look. You could either eat a casual dinner at the table tops or chill in the lounge chairs or hang out at the bar. A perfect place to either have a few drinks or eat a meal. We have been to the steak chains scattered through the Triangle, and nothing compares to the food, service, and atmosphere 1705 Prime and the Stinger Lounge provide. Another incredibly delicious locally-owned Rocky Top Hospitality Restaurant. Pros: Dry-Aged Delicious Steaks, Ultimate Dining Experience, Parking more

I went to the The Stinger Lougne at 1705PRIME and tried the Prime Cap last week and it was amazing. The serever told me this cut of beef is dry aged in house and full of flavor (I was impressed). We started out with the Lobster soup and Bibb Lettuce wedge and we loved it. For our main course we had the Prime Cap and the Seafood Tower. The atmospher is great because you can have dinner in the lounge because its is non smoking. Great staff and feel! Thank You 1705 I will be back soon! Pros: The lounge is non smoking so you can have dinner and the Steak is the best I ever had more

I was rather disappointed by the food. The atmosphere is great, service not bad but food, not something i would go back for. THere was a party of 5 of us & we all concluded that we wouldn't go back, we had appetizers, main coarse dish & dessert & the only good thing was the steak, the sides were not good nothing i would recommend. If you like only steak & a good atmosphere go here but you will pay , what I think is too much money for a steak.. go to Ruth Chris or Angus Barn instead Pros: Good Steak Cons: Everything Else more

We had a birthday to celebrate and knew we wanted a steakhouse. Following the other reviews here, decided to take a chance here and it was a good one. Upon entry we noticed it somewhat vacant for a Friday night - surprising but I guess the place is still new and the hype factor hasn't ruined it (yet). After being seated 3 people at a large round table we asked to be moved and this was not a problem. Our drinks and openers - salad and onion soup - were superb. This is the first really hot soup I've had in the Triangle - everyone else doesn't seem to care. For main course we ordered filet, rib-eye and Prime strip - all excellent. My rib-eye, done medium, felt like butter when I cut into it. Wines are reasonable and many available by the glass - at 1/4 the cost of a bottle. Our bill, which included a dessert and coffee for one, came to $210 + tip - reasonable for the quality. Service was attentive but not overbearing. more

I made a reservation through open table for a family dinner after reading positive views thinking it would be a good meal. Saturday afternoon someone called to confirm our reservation and I double checked we'd have a nice private table (it was a Mother's Day dinner to avoid the masses at Brunch the following morning) and she told me we'd have a great table. We arrived a few minutes late and apologized - they dismissed our concerns right away making us feel very welcome. Pros: Service, Wine list, Quality of food, Noise level Cons: Nothing stands out as a con. more

They have a very knowledgeable staff and a great selection of wines. Both times that I have been the steaks were cooked to perfection and tasted great. I am going to have to go back to try the bone in sirloin very soon. My wife and I both love the non-smoking stinger lounge. The atmosphere and style is so inviting for a large event or a small party of friends. I highly suggest giving this place a try, you will not be disappointed. Pros: non-smoking lounge, great atmosphere more

The steak is absolutely head and shoulders above any other in Raleigh-Durham. They truly serve the best, most well-cooked steak in town. The sides are excellent (a la car) as well. Highly recommend if you enjoy a great steak at a very posh restaurant with an ultra-modern bar. more

What a Night! I like to call it the ""Guys Steak Night!"" All the guys wanted to go to the new 1705. I?m glad we did because the service was excellent and one of the owners Dean made a unique recommendation for the 'bone in' sirloin. Dean informed me that he had traveled to many meat houses around the country to find this delicious cut of beef. ?They don?t serve the ?bone in? in many restaurants? he told me, ?and we even have a special saw to cut it perfectly.? Well after devouring my meal, I have to say ""Thank you Dean!"" Look if you really want to have a Great meal with a pristine atmosphere, go to 1705. Oh, by the way?Ask for the 'bone in' sirloin! Pros: Nice Remodeling with a High end Style! more

The best cuts of meat I have tasted in a very long time. I recommed going a little ealier than your dinner reservations to hang out in the lounge. The place was done right for sure. Everything from the lighting, floor, and most importantly the food. Enjoy! We have been there several times already and will be heading back.. Pros: Atmosphere, service, and food more

I took a few customers to 1705Prime on a Wednesday night and they loved it. Moments after tasking his bite of Filet one of my customers said..?wow this is amazing?! Our waiter went over all the steak options and explained how they dry-age the steaks in-house. Great atmosphere and incredible steaks. 1705 also offers some unique side dishes- we ordered Sweet Potatoes , Risotto and wild mushrooms. All Great! For dessert they brought out a French Press coffee and creme brulee in 3 dishes. Great presentation. Highly Recommend 1705PRIME for dinner or banquets. Pros: Great Steaks and Ambience more