Southern
Poole's Diner
Raleigh, North Carolina
Why stop here: Poole's Diner is a $$$ southern pick in Raleigh. Order Macaroni au gratin.
CuisineSouthern
Price$$$
TownRaleigh
Ashley Christensen's reimagined Southern diner that woke up Raleigh's dining scene in 2007 and remains a two-time James Beard standard-bearer.
What to order
Macaroni au gratin
At Poole's Diner, Roamward highlights Macaroni au gratin because it gives travelers a clear first order instead of leaving the meal to guesswork. Use it as the anchor, then check the current menu before you go.
Updated July 2026. Restaurant hours, menus, and reservation policies change — confirm before you go.
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