Marian Cocktails and Kitchen

4.4

28 Reviews

$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

301 Glenwood Ave suite 100, Raleigh, NC 27603

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2 people

11 Apr 2025

19:00

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Vegan-friendly
Great for creative cocktails
Neighbourhood gem

Marian is an intimate tapas and cocktail bar in the heart of Glenwood South, redefining the art of shared plates and craft drinks. Inspired by the vibrancy of European and Latin flavors, our menu is a bold fusion of plant-based innovation and timeless culinary techniques. Each dish is a conversation starter, designed to surprise and delight with unexpected textures and flavors.

Beyond the plate, Marian is an experience—an inviting, candlelit escape where handcrafted cocktails meet carefully curated wines and spirits. Whether you're indulging in a leisurely evening with friends or seeking a cozy corner for a date night, Marian blends elegance with a relaxed, neighborhood feel.

Tucked away yet central to the pulse of Raleigh’s nightlife, Marian is more than a restaurant—it’s a destination for those who crave something different. Come discover us, and let every bite and sip transport you somewhere new.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Global, International, Vegetarian / Vegan
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 10:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 10:00–02:00
Phone number
(919) 418-9804
Website
https://marianraleigh.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Lelia Kidd
Catering
Take your event to the next level with Marian’s premier catering services. Our expertly crafted menu offers a selection of elevated tapas, seasonal entrées, and decadent desserts, ensuring your guests enjoy a memorable culinary experience. From weddings and corporate events to private dinners and celebrations, we're here for you!
Private party facilities
Our stylish event space in the heart of Glenwood South is perfect for intimate celebrations, corporate gatherings, and private parties. Whether you're planning a birthday, engagement party, or business event, our team will craft a seamless experience tailored to your needs.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
301 Glenwood Ave suite 100, Raleigh, NC 27603
Area
Raleigh
Cross Street
Lane Street and Glenwood Avenue
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
Public Bus Transportation across the street in front of Tin Roof.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Perfect Date Night: Tapas, Entrées & Dessert
US$65.00 per party
Multiple dates available
Step into an evening of bold flavors, intimate vibes, and culinary magic at Marian Cocktails & Kitchen. Our Date Night for Two experience is designed for those who crave something beyond the ordinary. For just $65, you and your date will indulge in: 🍽 2 Tapas – A taste of our most crave-worthy small plates 🥂 2 Entrees – Thoughtfully crafted dishes that impress 🍰 1 Dessert – A sweet finale to share ** all subject to chef's choice, not all items on menu are available for price. Set in the heart of Glenwood South, Marian offers an ambiance where conversation flows as effortlessly as our craft cocktails. Whether it’s a first date or a special night out, this is an experience worth savoring. Limited availability—book now and make your night unforgettable!

Bread Service LargeUS$11.00
daily bread selection • herb butter • olive & sun-dried tomato tapenade • radish • cracked pepper
Caviar ServiceUS$19.00
seaweed caviar • rotating caviar • pickled lemon rind • housemade boiled egg • creme fraiche • shallot gf-option available
Fondue ServiceUS$27.00
oat cheese • white wine fondue • assorted breads • veg crudités • seasonal fruits (serves 2-4) gf-option available

Tapas

Filipino CigarsUS$15.00
crispy lumpia • cabbage • ginger • carrot • sweet chili vin
BruschettaUS$15.00
Heirloom tomatoes, creamy cashew ricotta, and delicate basil caviar, drizzled with a rich balsamic reduction. Served with crisp, freshly baked baguette. A perfect balance of fresh, savory, and tangy flavors!
- Use Gluten-Free BreadUS$2.50
Oyster RockefellerUS$16.25
king oyster • blue oyster • bacun lardon • kale • herb gremolata • parm
Meatball A La VodkaUS$20.00
Savory Impossible & mushroom meatballs smothered in a rich vodka sauce, topped with creamy cashew ricotta, delicate basil caviar, and a sprinkle of parmesan. Served with crispy crostini for the perfect bite!
- Use Gluten-Free BreadUS$2.50
Papas HuancainaUS$14.00
potato croquettes • peruvian cheese sauce • aji amarillo • salsa criolla • winter pansy
Carrot LoxUS$13.00
plant creme • cucumber • smoked carrot lox • dill • tomato • baguette
- Use Gluten-Free BreadUS$2.50
CevicheUS$12.50
1800 cocoUS$15.00
Enchiladas VerdesUS$12.00

Chef's Mains

Tofu Scissor NoodlesUS$16.00
hand cut dumpling • gochujang • chili crisp • kimchi curtido • black sesame • scallion
- Sharing Send SeparateUS$0.00
- Eating As EntreeUS$0.00
Cacio y PipeUS$16.00
principesse pasta • cashew peppercream • arugula • sundried tomato + kalamata tapenade
- Sharing Send SeparateUS$0.00
- Eating As EntreeUS$0.00
Tonkatsu RamenUS$19.00
miso • coconut • seafood mushroom • green bean • roasted tofu • ramen • house-made egg • carrot • scallion • chili oil
- Sharing Send SeparateUS$0.00
- Eating As EntreeUS$0.00

What 28 people are saying

Marian Cocktails and Kitchen reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill
Great for brunch
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill
Innovative
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill
Healthy
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill
Great for outdoor dining
Raleigh
Great for brunch
Raleigh
Innovative
Raleigh
Healthy
Raleigh
Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Marian Cocktails and Kitchen in downtown Raleigh delights with an "excellent vegan menu" that caters to both vegans and meat lovers alike. Diners rave about the "creative dishes," "fantastic brunch," and "amazing cocktails." Highlights include the Chuck Wellington, "oysters" Rockefeller, and Bananas Foster cake. Service is friendly, enhancing the "great ambiance."

28 Reviews

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Fran VIP
Raleigh24 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An excellent vegan restaurant in downtown Raleigh.
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Allison
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 30 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went to Marian. for brunch today. It was delicious! From the mimosas to the French toast, the croissant sandwich and chilaquiles. The server was great. He was attentive and helpful. Overall a great experience. Looking forward to coming back!
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Phylicia
Raleigh6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 29 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Whether you’re vegan or a meat lover, you’re in for a treat! Everything was absolutely phenomenal. As a vegan, I celebrated my birthday here with three meat-eating friends, and we all loved it. The Oyster Rockefeller was a standout favorite, and for tapas, we enjoyed the potato croquettes, meatball, bread service, tacos, and Caesar salad. For mains, we had the Wellington and the pasta—both were fantastic. Dessert was just as impressive with sorbet, plus a special Bananas Foster cake as a birthday treat. We highly recommend this spot—you won’t be disappointed!
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Kerry VIP
Raleigh2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 28 March 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great ambiance and awesome service. Food came out quickly and the carrot cake dessert was so fresh and delish
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Timothy
Raleigh3 reviews
3.0
Dined on 27 March 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Interesting restaurant concept. Understaffed and unclear menu.
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Tiffani VIP
Raleigh16 reviews
3.0
Dined on 24 March 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Los of creative vegetarian options. Very small portions.
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Jill
Raleigh5 reviews
3.0
Dined on 22 March 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Delicious plant-based cuisine. Absolutely loved the Filipino Cigars, Niçoise Salad, Chuck Wellington, and Meatball a la Vodka. So happy to have another plant-based restaurant in the area. The service, however, still needs some work. It seems they are still trying to figure things out, or perhaps it was an off night. The lack of a dedicated server for each table caused confusion for staff and delay for us as customers. Experience counts for a lot! Figure this out and we'll be back.
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Samaria
Raleigh1 review
5.0
Dined on 22 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place is amazing! I got the croissant sandwich and it was soo yummy. This place needs more hype! I love to see the vegan community growing!
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Fran VIP
Raleigh24 reviews
3.0
Dined on 20 March 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was very good, except that my main course, the cacio e pepe was a large plate of pasta with tfw tapenade about the size of a teaspoon. I wish I had questioned the quantity but didn’t. I will ask about it the next time we go. If that amount is correct, I strongly recommend you order a different dish. Everything else we had was good.
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Cathy
Raleigh1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
By far the best plant based food in the triangle! Vegan or not vegan, it is fantastic! We will be going back soon!
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FAQs

Marian Cocktails and Kitchen offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (919) 418-9804.

Marian Cocktails and Kitchen is rated 4.4 stars by 28 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

11 Apr 2025

19:00

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Marian Cocktails and Kitchen

301 Glenwood Ave suite 100, Raleigh, NC 27603

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Lane Street and Glenwood Avenue
Area
Raleigh
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 10:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 10:00–02:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Global, International, Vegetarian / Vegan
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
Public Bus Transportation across the street in front of Tin Roof.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Lelia Kidd
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
https://marianraleigh.com/
Phone number
(919) 418-9804
Catering
Take your event to the next level with Marian’s premier catering services. Our expertly crafted menu offers a selection of elevated tapas, seasonal entrées, and decadent desserts, ensuring your guests enjoy a memorable culinary experience. From weddings and corporate events to private dinners and celebrations, we're here for you!
Private party facilities
Our stylish event space in the heart of Glenwood South is perfect for intimate celebrations, corporate gatherings, and private parties. Whether you're planning a birthday, engagement party, or business event, our team will craft a seamless experience tailored to your needs.

Marian Cocktails and Kitchen

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Perfect Date Night: Tapas, Entrées & Dessert

Menu

Bar Accruements

Pick 3 SamplerUS$12.00

Salad & Soup

Service

Bread Service LargeUS$11.00

Caviar ServiceUS$19.00

Fondue ServiceUS$27.00

Tapas

Filipino CigarsUS$15.00

BruschettaUS$15.00

Oyster RockefellerUS$16.25

Meatball A La VodkaUS$20.00

Papas HuancainaUS$14.00

Carrot LoxUS$13.00

CevicheUS$12.50

1800 cocoUS$15.00

Enchiladas VerdesUS$12.00

Chef's Mains

Tofu Scissor NoodlesUS$16.00

Cacio y PipeUS$16.00

Tonkatsu RamenUS$19.00

What 28 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Marian Cocktails and Kitchen offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Marian Cocktails and Kitchen restaurant rated?

Is Marian Cocktails and Kitchen currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Dining areas

Additional information