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NCMA Cafe, Raleigh, NC

NCMA Cafe

4.5
4.5
468 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Catering Works is proud to present NCMACafe, located at the North Carolina Museum of Art WEST BUILDING. Our menu features a variety of Southern-inspired fare with International influence. Premium wines, crafted coffee drinks and in February of 2023, the long-awaited return of weekend brunch at the Museum of Art.

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Experiences

  • The Art of Wine: Seeing Red

    $150.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Apr 11, 2025 only
    Seeing Red, a presentation in the new Conservation Gallery, features the history, symbolism, and materiality of red dyes and pigments in art. It features an interactive display and works of art from the NCMA collection to illustrate the artistic use of red. At this event enjoy a short tour of Seeing Red with Director of Conservation Perry Hurt, creator of the installation. Then in the NCMA Café, embark on a deep dive into red wine, presented by wine educator and owner of Vitis House Doreen Colondres. A fascinating, unique, and cross-cultural combination of art and wine, with creative food pairings by Chef Rick Sloan of Catering Works and the NCMA Café. Please e-mail kayla@cateringworks.com with any accommodation questions.
    The Art of Wine: Seeing Red Photo
  • Mother's Day Tea

    $35.00 - $75.00 per person

    Prepaid

    May 10, 2025 - May 11, 2025
    Join us for Mother's Day tea at the NCMA Café on 5/10-5/11. This "Afternoon Tea" experience features a prix-fixe menu including savory canapes, finger sandwiches and curated pâtisserie. Premium teas or coffee included. Inspired cocktails available for purchase at event. Please select from standard, gluten free, vegan, or vegetarian ticket when making reservations. Day-of allergy accommodations cannot be made; these must be noted in advance and pre-ordered upon booking. Recommended party size 2, 4 or 6. Please contact hannah@cateringworks.com or call (919) 664-6839 for parties over six.
    Mother's Day Tea Photo
  • NCMA After Hours: Prix Fixe Dining

    $99.00 per person

    Prepaid

    May 15, 2025 only
    Join us after hours at the North Carolina Museum of Art. The NCMA Café will offer an exclusive prix-fixe dining experience curated by Chef Rick Sloan. This special tapas-style dining opportunity is designed to complement the artistic atmosphere and ensure guests enjoy a curated meal in an intimate setting. Wine, beer, mocktails and cocktails are available for purchase at the event.
    NCMA After Hours: Prix Fixe Dining Photo

What 468 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Great for brunch

  • Raleigh

    Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
NCMA Cafe offers a delightful dining experience within a vibrant museum setting. Guests rave about the "wonderful food" and "excellent service," with standout dishes like the "primary colors salad" and "butternut squash soup." Enjoy a "relaxed atmosphere" with attentive staff like John and Hanif, making it a perfect spot for museum-goers.

468 Reviews
  1. Bobbers

    Western NC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really nice varied menu featuring fresh local ingredients and very creative dishes as well as modern takes on old favorites 

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  2. Elizabeth

    Tampa1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The quiche was delicious. Portions quite generous. Hanif, our server, was outstanding!!

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  3. Debra VIP

    Raleigh40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was wonderful. LOVE the salted honey yogurt too! Our server was excellent and also gave us just the right amount of attention without us feeling rushed

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Western NC4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 6, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Our food was good and prices weren’t too bad, service was fairly slow.

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  5. James

    Raleigh18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our new favorite place. Excellent food (the best burger around), great service (very professional), great ambiance. Enjoyed it so much we went back an hour later for cappuccinos and dessert; the brownie with red velvet ice cream was to die for.

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    Louisville7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing, creative food and spectacular service in a wonderful modern museum space. Would highly recommend this place.

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  7. Michelle VIP

    Raleigh24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love to bring my friends and family here. It is such a beautiful place to have lunch. It is also fine dining.
    NCMA CafeResponded on February 27, 2025
    Hello Michelle! Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with us. We're so happy to hear that we're a place that you want tp bring your friends and family to - its such a perfect spot to hang out and chat while enjoyed a menu that has something for everyone. We hope to see you and your family/friends again soon!

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  8. Janine

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This has become a regular place to meet and enjoy a lovely meal in warm and welcoming surroundings. My friend and I will continue to come here.
    NCMA CafeResponded on February 27, 2025
    Hi Janine! Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a thoughtful review. We are very happy that you and your friend continue to join us for lunch. Please let us know if you ever have any feedback regarding the food or drink menus! We value your insight and patronage to the museum cafe and are always looking for ways to improve. We hope to see you again soon!

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  9. Elizabeth VIP

    Chicago22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Third time at NCMA and the service, ambience and food remains consistent.
    NCMA CafeResponded on February 27, 2025
    Thank you for the positive review, Elizabeth! We're honored to hear that you have joined us multiple times and that we've been successful in providing a consistent experience each time. We hope to see you for a fourth (and maybe fifth) time! :)

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  10. Elizabeth VIP

    Raleigh12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely place to spend an afternoon day date. We loved the food. The lighting is calming. The acoustics allow you to have quiet conversations.
    NCMA CafeResponded on February 27, 2025
    Hello Elizabeth, and thank you for such a thoughtful review. We're so happy that we were able to contribute to a lovely afternoon date. We also appreciate the feedback on the acoustics. With such an open space it can be hard to control the noise levels, and this type of feedback helps us make the right adjustments. We hope to see you again soon!

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NCMA Cafe is rated 4.5 stars by 468 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for NCMA Cafe

2110 Blue Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607-6433

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  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Southern, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sun 10:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
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