About
Welcome to Village Draft House, a vibrant culinary establishment nestled in the heart of Raleigh, North Carolina, at 428 Daniels St. This American bar and burger joint is not just a place to grab a bite; it's a haven for food lovers and casual diners alike. With an extensive menu that caters to a variety of dietary needs—including vegan and vegetarian options—there's something for everyone at Village Draft House.
What sets Village Draft House apart is its commitment to quality and customer experience. The relaxed atmosphere makes it an ideal spot for gathering with friends or enjoying a family dinner. The establishment features outdoor seating, including heated and covered areas, allowing patrons to savor their meals in comfort throughout the year. Whether you are looking for a quick takeout, a casual meal with friends, or a special occasion dinner, this place is designed for you.
Feedback from our community showcases the warm atmosphere and friendly service. Customers have praised the "great casual bar scene" and noted the quick and accommodating staff. Many appreciate the extensive beer list and the unique aspect of being able to choose sauces for their wings, allowing for a customized dining experience. As one patron articulated, it’s a “nice hangout spot” that thrives during weekday evenings and weekends.
Despite the occasional outdoor dining challenges—like pesky flies—many guests have walked away delighted, recounting their positive experiences. With its lively environment, full bar, and diverse menu, Village Draft House is more than just a restaurant; it's a crafting kitchen where flavor and community intersect.
If you're in the area, don’t miss the chance to explore all that Village Draft House offers. With a casual, friendly vibe and hearty American fare, it's the perfect locale for dinner, drinks, or just a fun night out with friends. Call (919) 833-1373 to reserve a table or check out their robust takeout options.
“ Great casual bar scene. Desert selection of beers, drinks and food. Servers are very friendly and accommodating. ”
“ Hmm will say wait time wasn't too bad but overall nice lil hang out spot. But getting our food to order took a lil long but the beer was alright and food a good solid 7/10 ”
“ Shaded patio seating, quick service, and the sweet tea isn't overwhelmingly sweet. This was the right choice for us today, just before everything got a little crowded from lunch rush. Hot honey chicken sandwich is a generous portion but boy is it a sticky-delicious mess! Cucumber/tomato/feta side was refreshing, too. Grilled chicken bacon ranch with okra to my left received a tasty report, thought it actually looked a bit messier due to all the ranch! We enjoyed ourselves for sure! Minus one star for the annoying flies and little bugs that bite! To eat outside or not to eat outside - that is the question! ”
“ Met a friend for a late lunch/mid afternoon snack. There were scattered tables of folks outside under the covered porch, trying to keep out of the direct sunlight. Once we were seated by the host, a very nice waitress came to offer drinks or food, but I'd not been there in years and my friend had never been. We were chatting and it was three visits before we finally decided on drinks and food - margs and a small plate of wings. They offer their wings without sauce, and let you order a sauce on the side, which I have found to be better than pre-sauced. If you don't like the sauce, just don't dip the next one and eat it "au naturale!" The drinks were not too strong, but not without a kick. I wish I didn't have to drive an hour back home in rush hour, or I'd have had a second! The place is typical sports bar (TVs everywhere, but thankfully, places like this have seen the value of closed captioning, rather than blasting the irritating chatter that is sports broadcasting! A nice soundtrack replaced the blare of sports ball talk! Yea! They have an extensive beer list (several dozen taps, it looked like!) but it was too hot out to get bogged down with a beer. The margs were fine! Stop in sometimes. GO between the rushes of lunch and dinner, and it's pretty quiet. ”
“ Tried Village Draft House for the first time this afternoon, it was great! We had slower table service but it was busy so we understood. The waitress was great and our meals were perfect. I got the breakfast burger and it was delicious! Will definitely come back soon. ”
“ Always a good choice if you want an extensive menu and decent beer offerings. We usually meet here on Sundays for late lunch or Wednesday evenings. Tried a new salad today: the hot honey chicken, which was delicious. Bartender kept the drinks flowing. It is a little loud inside, which is why we typically eat outside if it's warm. ”
“ My daughter chose where we would have dinner on a beautiful Friday evening while we had our favorite toddler in tow. We have been before, but it was the first time with a little one. It was still early in the evening, so we were able to be seated right away. We were seated at a booth in the back. There were high chairs, but we didn't need one. They also have a kids menu that comes with crayons and activities on the menu, like tic tac toe and coloring. Savannah was our server and she was great. Very friendly, very knowledgeable and helpful. It was so hard to choose because we were both starving. We ordered the chicken bites as an appetizer. They were really good. My daughter decided to mix one of the sauces, the draft house sauce and the garlic, soooo good! They make their ranch in house, which was a bonus. We ordered the half pound size with 2 flavor options. We also had the mild. For our meals, I ordered the Smoke Stack Burger because I now have a small obsession for burgers with bbq sauce and bacon. The burger was prepared exactly how I ordered it and so delicious and fresh. It was absolutely perfect. I had tater tot's on the side. They were good, just tater tots, nothing special about them. My daughter ordered the Gouda Steak sandwich, which sounds amazing on the menu, but was just ok. They forgot to put half of the ingredients on the sandwich and it's served on what seems like just toasted white bread, and not grilled sourdough. My daughter had to add salt and pepper. Her side was onion rings, and might I say they were the best onion rings I've had in a long time. For the little one, we ordered the chicken bites with tater tots. The service was great, especially since it hadn't gotten crowded yet. The food was really good and came out pretty fast, but not too fast like it was reheated. ”