Element Gastropub

4.6

422 Reviews

$30 and under

Vegan

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

Experiences are available.

Vegan-friendly
Healthy
Good for special occasions

## Element Gastropub: Where Plant-Based Meets Flavorful Step into Element Gastropub, a haven for both vegans and omnivores alike, and discover a world of culinary creativity. Nestled in the heart of Raleigh, this trendy spot offers a vibrant atmosphere and a menu bursting with innovative, plant-based dishes that tantalize your taste buds. **A Feast for the Senses:** From the moment you walk in, Element Gastropub's modern industrial-chic decor sets the stage for a memorable dining experience. The warm and inviting ambiance, coupled with the friendly staff, creates a space where you can relax and savor the moment. **A Culinary Symphony:** Prepare to embark on a culinary journey with Element's signature dishes. Indulge in the "Elemental Chik'n n Waffles," a Southern classic reinvented with a crispy Belgian cornbread waffle and double-dipped fried chickun. Or, savor the "Steak au Poivre," a succulent peppercorn-crusted "steak" served with cognac cream and roasted garlic potato-cauli mash. **Beyond the Plate:** Element Gastropub's commitment to excellence extends beyond the food. Their extensive selection of craft beers, curated wine list, and handcrafted cocktails

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Vegan
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Phone number
(919) 703-6538
Website
http://elementgastropub.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Lelia Kidd

Location
421 Fayetteville St Suite 103, Raleigh, NC 27601
Neighborhood
Raleigh
Cross street
City Plaza
Parking details
There is street parking as well as 3 different parking decks located around the City Plaza area.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Experiences

Tacos & Margaritas Tuesday at Element Gastropub
Multiple dates available
🌮 Tuesdays are for Tacos! Taco Tuesday at Element Gastropub, and we're serving up handcrafted tacos that are a taste sensation! Dive into a world of flavor with our fresh, house-made corn tortillas, succulent Carne Asada, and gluten-free Barbacoa. Every Tuesday, we bring together these exceptional ingredients to create a taco experience like no other. Join us at Element Gastropub and savor the delicious results of our culinary expertise. Don't miss out on this weekly taco extravaganza, and be sure to pair your tacos with our tantalizing margarita and mocktail specials!
TRAP Brunch With Brian Dawson & DJ Grant
Multiple dates available
🎤 Get ready to brunch and vibe with us at our R&B Brunch featuring Brian Dawson! 🎵 Join the vibe at Element Gastropub on February 11th from 11am to 3pm. We've cranked up the energy with multiple DJs, including K97.5's own Brian Dawson, to keep the party going all day long! 🍽️ We've listened to your feedback and made some exciting tweaks to our brunch offerings. Stay tuned for the mouthwatering deets on our revamped menu that's sure to elevate your brunch experience. 🎉 Admission is free, so you can secure your spot and party with us in Downtown Raleigh without any registration fee. Be part of the R&B Brunch vibes that everyone's talking about!

Oyster Mushroom Po’Boy$17.00
cornmeal crusted oyster mushroom medley, lettuce, tomato, onion, crispy capers, remoulade sauce // comes with a side
- Malt Vinegar Fries$0.00
- No Malt Vinegar Seasoning On FF$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Kettle Chip Sea Salt$0.00
- Kettle Chip BBQ$0.00
- Side Kale Caesar Salad$3.50
- Small Mug of Soup$3.00
- Loaded Fries (Pequeño)$6.00
- No side$0.00
Cajun Chik’n Gnocchi$19.50
gnocchi, cajun impossible chik’n, cajun cream, fennel, kale, squash, Spanish onion, red pepper
Steak Bordelaise$28.50
seared Chunk™ steak medallion, sour cream yukon gold mash, mushroom bordelaise, seared asparagus
Reuben Sandwich$17.50
housemade seitan pastrami, sauerkraut, russian dressing, swiss on labor of loaf texas cut marbled rye
- Malt Vinegar Fries$0.00
- No Malt Vinegar Seasoning On FF$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Kettle Chip Sea Salt$0.00
- Kettle Chip BBQ$0.00
- Side Kale Caesar Salad$3.50
- Small Mug of Soup$3.00
- Loaded Fries (Pequeño)$6.00
- No side$0.00
Spicy Cabernet Marinara & Homemade Meatballs$21.50
two old fashioned meatballs in a spicy marinara sauce on spaghetti topped w/ fresh basil and vegan parm // add salad for +3.5
Mimi's Chik'n Pot Pie$19.00
chik'n pieces, mirepoix, green peas, golden potatoes, carrots in Mimi's family recipe gravy
Brunswick Stew w/ House-made Cornbread$18.50
our take on the slightly spicy southern classic -- tomato, NC veg, tangy vinegar-based bbq served with Umaro bacun and roasted jalapeño skillet cornbread.
Holiday Ham Sliders$17.00
two ham sliders made with house hunni-baked ham, caramelized onions, melted swiss, and topped with poppy seed butter on a sweet hawaiian roll served with a side LIMITED AVAILABILITY
- Malt Vinegar Fries$0.00
- No Malt Vinegar Seasoning On FF$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Kettle Chip Sea Salt$0.00
- Kettle Chip BBQ$0.00
- Side Kale Caesar Salad$3.50
- Small Mug of Soup$3.00
- Loaded Fries (Pequeño)$6.00
- No side$0.00
Elemental Chik'n n Waffles$19.50
belgian cornbread waffle, double-dipped fried chickun, nc mountain apples, pear, crispy rosemary, local micros, hot hunee drizzle
- Syrup$0.00
- Hot Hunni Syrup$0.00
Marry Me Butter Beans$16.00
NC Butter Beans, roasted tomatoes, sundried tomatoes, garlic, caramelized onion, and sauteed spinach. Mixed with a vegan feta cheese sauce and topped with thyme. Served in a cast iron with toasted sourdough

Shareables

Full BBQ Nachos$19.00
huge order of house fried corn chips, vegan bbq, black beans, cashew queso, fresh pico de gallo, jalapeños
- Add Sour Cream$2.00
- Add Sour Cream on Side$2.00
- Appetizer$0.00
- Entree$0.00
Wings$16.99
6 crispy wings tossed in choice of mild, scorpion hot, jalapeño bbq, sweet bbq, sweet chili sauce, served with celery and house ranch or bleu cheez
- Mild Buffalo Sauce$0.00
- Scorpion Death Hot Buffalo Sauce$0.00
- Sweet Hickory Smoked BBQ Sauce$0.00
- Roasted Jalapeño BBQ Sauce$0.00
- Thai Sweet Chili Sauce$0.00
- Hunni Mustard$0.00
- Naked$0.00
- Bleu Cheez$0.00
- Ranch$0.00
- Hunni Mustard$0.00
- No Dipping Sauce$0.00
- Both Bleu Cheez & Ranch$1.50
- Yes Take Out Silverware$0.50
- No Take Out Silverware$0.00
Loaded Fries$16.90
battered fries, bacon, queso, ranch, scallions
- Yes Take Out Silverware$0.50
- No Take Out Silverware$0.00
Beer Battered Onion Rings$14.50
stout battered jumbo Spanish Sweet onions served with Russian dressing
- Yes Take Out Silverware$0.50
- No Take Out Silverware$0.00

Greens

Kale Caesar$16.60
local kale + romaine, vegan parm, house caesar dressing, house croutons
Buffalo Cobb Salad$18.00
romaine lettuce, tofu "hard-boiled egg", housemade "bacon" bits, celery, red onion, tomato, bleu chz dressing topped w/ buffalo fried chik'n • gf options available
Elemental Salad$12.50
spring mix greens, cucumber, tomato, and red onion, with a choice of bleu chz, ranch, or balsamic vinaigrette
- Ranch$0.00
- Bleu Cheez$0.00
- Balsamic Dressing$0.00
- Caesar Dressing$0.00
- Hunni Mustard$0.00
- No Dressing$0.00
- Add Fried Chik'n$4.00
- Add Grilled Chik'n$3.00
- Add Baked Tofu$2.00
Fiesta Taco Salad$18.50
romaine, house-made chorizo, spanish rice, black beans, topped with pico, oaxaca style cheese, and crema in a crispy tortilla bowl add guacamole +2 / salsa rosie
- Add Fried Chik'n$4.00
- Add Grilled Chik'n$3.00
- Add Baked Tofu$2.00

Chik'n Sandos

Crispy Chik'n Sandwich$18.85
double dipped & fried chik’n, hunny mustard, pickles, brioche
- Malt Vinegar Fries$0.00
- No Malt Vinegar Seasoning On FF$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Kettle Chip Sea Salt$0.00
- Kettle Chip BBQ$0.00
- Side Kale Caesar Salad$3.50
- Small Mug of Soup$3.00
- Loaded Fries (Pequeño)$6.00
- No side$0.00
- Yes Take Out Silverware$0.50
- No Take Out Silverware$0.00
Buffalo Chik'n Sandwich$19.00
smothered buffalo chik’n, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, brioche roll w/ choice of Ranch or Bleu Chz
- Malt Vinegar Fries$0.00
- No Malt Vinegar Seasoning On FF$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Kettle Chip Sea Salt$0.00
- Kettle Chip BBQ$0.00
- Side Kale Caesar Salad$3.50
- Small Mug of Soup$3.00
- Loaded Fries (Pequeño)$6.00
- No side$0.00
- Top w/ Ranch$0.00
- Top w/ Bleu Chz$0.00
- No topping sauce$0.00
- Use Scorpion Hot Sauce$0.00
- Yes Take Out Silverware$0.50
- No Take Out Silverware$0.00
Nashville Hot Chik'n Sandwich$19.00
our signature fried chik'n covered and smothered in our house Nashville hot sauce, mayonnaise, pickles, and coleslaw on brioche bun
- Malt Vinegar Fries$0.00
- No Malt Vinegar Seasoning On FF$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Kettle Chip Sea Salt$0.00
- Kettle Chip BBQ$0.00
- Side Kale Caesar Salad$3.50
- Small Mug of Soup$3.00
- Loaded Fries (Pequeño)$6.00
- No side$0.00
- Yes Take Out Silverware$0.50
- No Take Out Silverware$0.00
Grilled Chik'n Club$16.75
grilled chik'n, umaro bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, on brioche bun and topped w/ hunni mustard
- Malt Vinegar Fries$0.00
- No Malt Vinegar Seasoning On FF$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Kettle Chip Sea Salt$0.00
- Kettle Chip BBQ$0.00
- Side Kale Caesar Salad$3.50
- Small Mug of Soup$3.00
- Loaded Fries (Pequeño)$6.00
- No side$0.00
- Yes Take Out Silverware$0.50
- No Take Out Silverware$0.00

Seasonal Sandos

Carolina BBQ Sandwich$18.50
smoked vegan bbq tossed in hybrid eastern-western style sauce, creamy coleslaw, soft brioche bun
- Beer-Battered Fries$0.00
- Pickles (Not Fried)$2.50
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Side Caesar$3.00
- Yes Take Out Silverware$0.50
- No Take Out Silverware$0.00
Patty Melt$15.50
4oz hand pattied impossible burger, caramelized onions, texas toast (on sunday comes with side of home fries)
- Beer-Battered Fries$0.00
- Pickles (Not Fried)$2.50
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Side Caesar$3.00
- Yes Take Out Silverware$0.50
- No Take Out Silverware$0.00
Kale Caesar Grilled Chik'n Wrap$17.50
grilled chik’n, kale + romaine, vegan parm, house caesar dressing
- Beer-Battered Fries$0.00
- Pickles (Not Fried)$2.50
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Side Caesar$3.00
- Yes Take Out Silverware$0.50
- No Take Out Silverware$0.00
- Dressing on Side$0.00
Philly Cheesesteak$18.75
Chopped "Steak" Seitan, Marinated Mushrooms, Housemade Cheese, Peppers, Onions served on a Neomonde Hoagie Roll
- Beer-Battered Fries$0.00
- Pickles (Not Fried)$2.50
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Side Caesar$3.00
- Yes Take Out Silverware$0.50
- No Take Out Silverware$0.00

Burgers

Elemental Burger$19.00
4 oz handpattied impossible burger, lettuce, tomato, onion, special sauce, brioche bun
- Malt Vinegar Fries$0.00
- No Malt Vinegar Seasoning On FF$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Kettle Chip Sea Salt$0.00
- Kettle Chip BBQ$0.00
- Side Kale Caesar Salad$3.50
- Small Mug of Soup$3.00
- Loaded Fries (Pequeño)$6.00
- No side$0.00
- Yes Take Out Silverware$0.50
- No Take Out Silverware$0.00
- Sub Gf Bun$1.00
Elemental Cheese Burger$20.80
4 oz handpattied impossible burger, vegan cheez, lettuce, tomato, onion, special sauce, brioche bun
- Malt Vinegar Fries$0.00
- No Malt Vinegar Seasoning On FF$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Kettle Chip Sea Salt$0.00
- Kettle Chip BBQ$0.00
- Side Kale Caesar Salad$3.50
- Small Mug of Soup$3.00
- Loaded Fries (Pequeño)$6.00
- No side$0.00
- Yes Take Out Silverware$0.50
- No Take Out Silverware$0.00
- Sub Gf Bun$1.00
Smash Burger$19.80
double hand smashed burger, queso, shredded lettuce, burger sauce, pickles on brioche
- Malt Vinegar Fries$0.00
- No Malt Vinegar Seasoning On FF$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Kettle Chip Sea Salt$0.00
- Kettle Chip BBQ$0.00
- Side Kale Caesar Salad$3.50
- Small Mug of Soup$3.00
- Loaded Fries (Pequeño)$6.00
- No side$0.00
- Yes Take Out Silverware$0.50
- No Take Out Silverware$0.00
- Sub Gf Bun$1.00
BLT Burger$19.80
4oz Burger, Umaro Plant-Based Bacon, Mayo, Lettuce, Tomato, Served on Brioche
- Malt Vinegar Fries$0.00
- No Malt Vinegar Seasoning On FF$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Kettle Chip Sea Salt$0.00
- Kettle Chip BBQ$0.00
- Side Kale Caesar Salad$3.50
- Small Mug of Soup$3.00
- Loaded Fries (Pequeño)$6.00
- No side$0.00
- Yes Take Out Silverware$0.50
- No Take Out Silverware$0.00
Western Nodeo Burger$19.50
4oz cheese burger, onion rings, umaro bacun, jalapeños, jalapeño bbq sauce on brioche bun
- Malt Vinegar Fries$0.00
- No Malt Vinegar Seasoning On FF$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Kettle Chip Sea Salt$0.00
- Kettle Chip BBQ$0.00
- Side Kale Caesar Salad$3.50
- Small Mug of Soup$3.00
- Loaded Fries (Pequeño)$6.00
- No side$0.00
- Yes Take Out Silverware$0.50
- No Take Out Silverware$0.00

Sides

Malt Vinegar Fries$5.00
- Yes Take Out Silverware$0.50
- No Take Out Silverware$0.00
Carolina Kettle Chips Sea Salt$3.00
- Yes Take Out Silverware$0.50
- No Take Out Silverware$0.00
Carolina Kettle Chips Down East BBQ$3.00
- Yes Take Out Silverware$0.50
- No Take Out Silverware$0.00
Side Kale Caesar$7.00
- Yes Take Out Silverware$0.50
- No Take Out Silverware$0.00
House Salad Small$5.00
- Ranch$0.00
- Bleu Cheez$0.00
- Balsamic Dressing$0.00
- Caesar Dressing$0.00
- Hunni Mustard$0.00
- No Dressing$0.00
Cole Slaw$4.00
- Yes Take Out Silverware$0.50
- No Take Out Silverware$0.00
Sauce Sides$0.00

What 422 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

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

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Element Gastropub in downtown Raleigh offers a vibrant atmosphere with "amazing vegan food." Known for its "friendly staff" and "creative decor," this spot caters to both vegans and non-vegans with "scrumptious" dishes and fun drinks. Occasional service delays are outweighed by "excellent cuisine" and a lively dining experience.

422 Reviews

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LaKeisha
Richmond2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a great experience and the food was delicious.
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Will VIP
Greater Boston12 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Amazing brunch with excellent service and curated THC/Canna drinks. I only dropped the rating on noise because there was a Sunday brunch DJ and it was a little loud but the music was awesome.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Nashville2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
OMG!!! The cutest vegan restaurant in Raleigh. I was there on a work trip and found them on yelp!! Their website menu drew me in, and so glad it did. Th food was top tier and the music was a vibe. I left with a new playlist.
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Marlene
Raleigh8 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food is amazing! It’s a bonus that the restaurant is vegan. Highly recommend!
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Ruth
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was great, the staff was wonderful, and we had an excellent time!
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Ronald
San Francisco3 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
The steak is nearly indiscernible from real meat in texture and the flavor is exquisite. Element Gastropub is a must visit if you are looking for delicious vegetarian meals.
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Paula
Raleigh1 review
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This our favorite place to dine for lunch. The food is fabulous and the staff is friendly.
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Andrea VIP
Raleigh34 reviews
3.0
Dined on January 31, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The food was a bit over spiced in some dishes and the chicken and waffles was tasteless. The background music was not to our taste. The service was good and polite.
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Christopher
Raleigh1 review
5.0
Dined on January 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
This is the only restaurant in North Carolina where you can order Chunk vegan steak.
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Arthur
Raleigh12 reviews
4.0
Dined on January 18, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Good meal in a Vegan restaurant. Wait staff very welcoming and informative.
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FAQs

Element Gastropub does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

Element Gastropub is rated 4.6 stars by 422 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

421 Fayetteville St Suite 103, Raleigh, NC 27601

Additional information

Cross street
City Plaza
Neighborhood
Raleigh
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Vegan
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
There is street parking as well as 3 different parking decks located around the City Plaza area.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Lelia Kidd
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Website
http://elementgastropub.com/
Phone number
(919) 703-6538

Element Gastropub

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Tacos & Margaritas Tuesday at Element Gastropub

TRAP Brunch With Brian Dawson & DJ Grant

Chef's Table Winter '24

Oyster Mushroom Po’Boy$17.00

Cajun Chik’n Gnocchi$19.50

Steak Bordelaise$28.50

Reuben Sandwich$17.50

Spicy Cabernet Marinara & Homemade Meatballs$21.50

Mimi's Chik'n Pot Pie$19.00

Brunswick Stew w/ House-made Cornbread$18.50

Holiday Ham Sliders$17.00

Elemental Chik'n n Waffles$19.50

Marry Me Butter Beans$16.00

Shareables

Full BBQ Nachos$19.00

Wings$16.99

Loaded Fries$16.90

Beer Battered Onion Rings$14.50

Greens

Kale Caesar$16.60

Buffalo Cobb Salad$18.00

Elemental Salad$12.50

Fiesta Taco Salad$18.50

Chik'n Sandos

Crispy Chik'n Sandwich$18.85

Buffalo Chik'n Sandwich$19.00

Nashville Hot Chik'n Sandwich$19.00

Grilled Chik'n Club$16.75

Seasonal Sandos

Carolina BBQ Sandwich$18.50

Patty Melt$15.50

Kale Caesar Grilled Chik'n Wrap$17.50

Philly Cheesesteak$18.75

Burgers

Elemental Burger$19.00

Elemental Cheese Burger$20.80

Smash Burger$19.80

BLT Burger$19.80

Western Nodeo Burger$19.50

Sides

Malt Vinegar Fries$5.00

Carolina Kettle Chips Sea Salt$3.00

Carolina Kettle Chips Down East BBQ$3.00

Side Kale Caesar$7.00

House Salad Small$5.00

Cole Slaw$4.00

Sauce Sides$0.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does Element Gastropub offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information