


Element Gastropub offers an unparalleled dining experience in the heart of Downtown Raleigh. Our menu features an innovative selection of globally inspired dishes made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, accompanied by expertly crafted cocktails. Whether you’re here for brunch, lunch, or dinner, you’ll enjoy a vibrant atmosphere, spacious seating, and a cozy outdoor patio perfect for savoring Raleigh’s beautiful weather. Join us for great food, drinks, and a welcoming ambiance that suits any occasion, from casual gatherings to special celebrations.
Casual eatery serving vegan finger foods, sandwiches & desserts, plus unique cocktails & draft beer.
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Address: 421 Fayetteville St Suite 103, Raleigh, NC 27601
Phone: (919) 703-6538
Website: https://elementgastropub.com/
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Brook was our phenomenal waitress and truly made the experience exceptional. She was attentive without hovering, personable, and had such a genuine, positive presence. She made us feel taken care of and added to the overall joy of the evening.
The food was fantastic across the board. The steak was cooked perfectly, the patty melt was flavorful and satisfying, the boneless wings were seasoned just right, and the fries were the perfect crispy complement. Everything came out hot and fresh.
We left full, happy, and already looking forward to coming back!
The restaurant itself is located conveniently in the heart of downtown Raleigh, making it a perfect spot to stop by whether you’re out exploring or simply looking for a solid place to enjoy a meal. The atmosphere is modern, stylish, and comfortable, creating a welcoming vibe for both casual dining and special outings. On top of that, the staff was genuinely friendly, attentive, and made us feel right at home.
Overall, Element Gastropub exceeded my expectations, and I’m already looking forward to returning. Highly recommend for anyone curious about plant-based dining!
I ordered the vegan ribeye out of curiosity (and so the whole table could try it). It came with mashed potatoes, asparagus, and a rich bourbon mushroom gravy. To the untrained eye, you couldn’t tell it wasn’t a traditional steak, but honestly, even a devoted carnivore might not feel the need to swap it out—the flavor and portion were spot on.
We tried a variety of dishes:
• Buffalo wings – amazing, tasted just like boneless wings.
• Onion rings – perfectly crispy.
• Voodoo chili fries – delicious and packed with flavor.
• Caesar wrap & Element burger – both great choices.
• Vegan shrimp – flavor was good, but the texture didn’t quite match the real thing.
• Malt vinegar fries – so yummy.
• Mac n’ cheese – the only dish that missed the mark; the flavor just wasn’t there.
For dessert, we celebrated my birthday with a candle on the ginger cake (spicy and fun!) and the peanut butter cheesecake, which was absolute heaven—we all fought over bites of that one.
From the drink menu, I ordered the Pineapple Express, which tasted just like fresh pineapple juice. The décor was cool, the vibe was awesome, and the whole evening felt special.
Shoutout to Victoria
Our waitress, Victoria, deserves a 10/10. She’s been vegan for 10 years, started as a customer before becoming an employee, and is the only vegan in her family—which makes her dedication even more inspiring. Her boyfriend is now vegan too, and you can tell she truly believes in what she’s sharing. Her recommendations carried real weight, and her passion for a cruelty-free lifestyle made our first visit that much more enjoyable.
✅ Final Thoughts
I highly recommend this restaurant for:
• Vegetarians curious about going all-in.
• Vegans tired of carefully curating meals at non-vegan spots.
• Anyone worried about taste but open to trying something new.
• Friends and families with mixed diets—this place might just change minds and bring them over to the “dark side” (which is really the side of love, light, and kindness).
My mom supporting me, means everything to me!!!
We ordered the Sweet Chili Sauce wings with house ranch for our appetizer! Mom loved those! ☺️
I ordered the Carolina BBQ Sandwich which was smoked vegan BBQ tossed in hybrid eastern- Western style sauce (whatever that means lol), creamy coleslaw on a Brioche bun with a side Kale Caesar Salad.
Mom ordered the Philly Cheese steak which was chopped seitan “steak”, marinated mushrooms, house made cheese, peppers, onions served on a soft hoagie roll. It also came with my favorite chips by Caroline Kettle chips @carolinakettle! So, glad they support local! Mom didn’t really care for the cheese steak. I tried it as well & it wasn’t my favorite. But, we had an amazing time for lunch on this beautiful day!
oh, & I also had a Carolina Mule! Which was
I want to try their brunch the next time I go back home to visit!
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