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Welcome to The Depot on First Chophouse! Step back in time as you enter our revitalized early 1900s Sears Catalog home. We invite you to experience our signature dishes, with a focus on handcrafted pastas, fresh seafood, and premium steaks, all thoughtfully prepared by our Chef using ingredients from local farms. Unwind in our cozy dining room or enjoy your meal on the spacious patio with a view of Knightdale Station Park. Pair your meal with a selection from our fine wines and bourbons to complete the evening. Now ya’ll come eat!
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Address: 608 N First Ave, Knightdale, NC 27545
Phone: (919) 631-1276
Website: https://depotonfirst.com/
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Chef inspired Italian-American dishes with Southern charm, served in a restored Sears & Roebuck home at Knightdale Station Park, NC.
Reviews
Jess H
We had such a beautiful dinner experience from start to finish. The atmosphere set the tone immediately. It was dimly lit, quiet, and intimate with soft music playing in the background. It felt relaxed and cozy without being sleepy, the kind of place where you can actually enjoy conversation.
The filet mignon with gnocchi in cream sauce was outstanding. The steak was cooked perfectly medium rare, tender and full of flavor with a beautiful sear on the outside. The gnocchi were pillowy and rich, coated in a silky cream sauce that felt indulgent but not overwhelming. Every bite was balanced and comforting while still feeling elevated.
The bison with farro in balsamic reduction was equally impressive. The bison was incredibly tender and lean with a deep, slightly sweet flavor that paired beautifully with the nutty farro. The balsamic reduction added just the right amount of richness and brightness without overpowering the dish. It felt hearty yet refined.
We paired everything with a bottle of Martis wine, which was the perfect complement to the meal. It was smooth and full bodied with rich dark fruit notes and a soft finish that enhanced both the steak and the bison. It elevated the entire experience and tied all the flavors together beautifully.
To finish, dessert was just as memorable. The brownie topped with vanilla ice cream was warm and fudgy with the perfect contrast of cold creamy sweetness. The strawberry cheesecake with whipped cream and a chocolate dipped strawberry was light, smooth, and beautifully presented.
Everything was delicious, thoughtfully plated, and clearly made with care. The entire evening felt special and effortless. We will absolutely be back.
… moreThe filet mignon with gnocchi in cream sauce was outstanding. The steak was cooked perfectly medium rare, tender and full of flavor with a beautiful sear on the outside. The gnocchi were pillowy and rich, coated in a silky cream sauce that felt indulgent but not overwhelming. Every bite was balanced and comforting while still feeling elevated.
The bison with farro in balsamic reduction was equally impressive. The bison was incredibly tender and lean with a deep, slightly sweet flavor that paired beautifully with the nutty farro. The balsamic reduction added just the right amount of richness and brightness without overpowering the dish. It felt hearty yet refined.
We paired everything with a bottle of Martis wine, which was the perfect complement to the meal. It was smooth and full bodied with rich dark fruit notes and a soft finish that enhanced both the steak and the bison. It elevated the entire experience and tied all the flavors together beautifully.
To finish, dessert was just as memorable. The brownie topped with vanilla ice cream was warm and fudgy with the perfect contrast of cold creamy sweetness. The strawberry cheesecake with whipped cream and a chocolate dipped strawberry was light, smooth, and beautifully presented.
Everything was delicious, thoughtfully plated, and clearly made with care. The entire evening felt special and effortless. We will absolutely be back.
Antonio Sharpe
Amazing, Amazing, Amazing. My fiance and I went here for valentines day. We had a reservation for 7 and was sat by 7:05 with an apology for the wait. (I have been early for reservations and had to wait longer).Waiter was knowledgeable and made great recommendations. The atmosphere was great. Food to die for. We have already planned our next visit. Thank you for the hospitality.
… moreJessica Carr
Last night, we celebrated my best friend’s birthday and hosted our end of year Women’s Celebration. We had about 30 guests attend. I worked with Barbara the Event Specialist for about a month bringing this vision to life. She was incredible every step of the way. Making sure I understood their process, but also was very accommodating. For tonight’s party, we had a buffet of grilled chicken, sirloin, salmon with whipped garlic mashed potatoes, green beans, mixed vegetables and cilantro rice plus dessert. IT WAS OUTSTANDING! The icing on the cake was our server Monica! She waited on the entire party and everyone’s cup stayed full, plates were always replenished. She was very kind and joyful. Just the perfect touch to our gathering. We even invited her over for the holidays. It was just an overall great experience. We shall return indeed. Valentine’s Day perhaps lol.
… moreBright Sky Aesthetics
The Depot on First is one of those places where you really can have it all. The ambiance is inviting, the food is consistently high quality, the prices feel fair, and the space works beautifully for gatherings and events. It’s just a few minutes down the road from us in Old Town Knightdale, which makes it an easy favorite.
Our team has several regular traditions here. Sunday AYCE brunch is something we genuinely look forward to, Taco and Tequila Tuesday is a staple, and Pasta Wednesdays have been a great option for staff dinners. One of our owners and our Manager of Marketing and Operations, Brandon, eats almost entirely meat-based and orders the ribeye every time. According to him, it’s some of the best steak you’ll find anywhere.
They also have, hands down, one of the best bourbon selections around, probably this side of the county. It’s thoughtfully curated and clearly cared for.
Chris and Carmen, the owners, are warm, welcoming, and deeply supportive of local businesses and community causes. Full disclosure, we’ve become friends over the last couple years, and Chris’s business advice, expertise, and generous introductions played a meaningful role in helping us get our business up and running. We’re incredibly grateful for that support.
Every visit feels intentional and well cared for, and we truly look forward to coming back.
… moreOur team has several regular traditions here. Sunday AYCE brunch is something we genuinely look forward to, Taco and Tequila Tuesday is a staple, and Pasta Wednesdays have been a great option for staff dinners. One of our owners and our Manager of Marketing and Operations, Brandon, eats almost entirely meat-based and orders the ribeye every time. According to him, it’s some of the best steak you’ll find anywhere.
They also have, hands down, one of the best bourbon selections around, probably this side of the county. It’s thoughtfully curated and clearly cared for.
Chris and Carmen, the owners, are warm, welcoming, and deeply supportive of local businesses and community causes. Full disclosure, we’ve become friends over the last couple years, and Chris’s business advice, expertise, and generous introductions played a meaningful role in helping us get our business up and running. We’re incredibly grateful for that support.
Every visit feels intentional and well cared for, and we truly look forward to coming back.
Jamie Roberts
It was our first time here tonight. It was date night for my wife and I. From the moment we walked in until the time we left, the service and atmosphere were awesome!! The hostess greeted us and shared some info of menu items and mentioned the mozzarella was made in house. She also explained most everything on the menu was NC farm to table. That rocked. She sat us and our experience with Monica was phenomenal. She had wonderful recommendations and a fun, pleasant style about her. My wife got the lobster and crab pasta dish which far exceeded our expectations. I got the elk and it was off the charts delicious and cooked perfectly. Everything about this meal was fantastic. Even the side Caesar salad was excellent. We would highly recommend The Depot to anyone, they have several different dining room options and a patio to choose from. We have found a new favorite that’s close to home and so so good. To all the staff there, we would like to say thank you so much for a truly wonderful evening and some really really good dishes. We will see yall again real soon!!!
… moreHenry Gibbs
This was our first time at Depot on First. Everything was amazing . Our server Parsh was great. He knew the inside and out of every dish and drink. He was very attentive and professional. The food was top notch and prices were not bad at all. Highly recommend for special occasions, date nights, and anytime you don’t feel like cooking.
… moreNik Kei
First time dining here. The location is wonderful and there are so many dining rooms to explore. I can’t wait to go back.
Staff are as wonderful and attentive.
Overall food was very good but they can improve on a few things. Very minor and I hope it helps them improve. Calamari could have been cooked a bit more. The sauce however was very good and hand crafted.
My short ribs came with a delicious sauce called dragons milk. Veggies were perfect. The meat was a bit dry and honestly was hard to eat. I sopped up all the sauce I could. I would give it another go. Maybe just the cut I got?
Salmon dish was wonderful.
Overall my experience was good enough that it warrants another trip. Can’t wait until the weather is warm to sit on their beautiful back patio. We will be back.
… moreStaff are as wonderful and attentive.
Overall food was very good but they can improve on a few things. Very minor and I hope it helps them improve. Calamari could have been cooked a bit more. The sauce however was very good and hand crafted.
My short ribs came with a delicious sauce called dragons milk. Veggies were perfect. The meat was a bit dry and honestly was hard to eat. I sopped up all the sauce I could. I would give it another go. Maybe just the cut I got?
Salmon dish was wonderful.
Overall my experience was good enough that it warrants another trip. Can’t wait until the weather is warm to sit on their beautiful back patio. We will be back.
D F
We loved everything about this place. The atmosphere was so cozy and beautiful. It was very busy, so I recommend making a reservation. Our server was excellent (can’t recall his name but he told us he’s worked there since day 1).
The food was incredible. Everything was fresh and high quality. This will be my first of many trips to this restaurant.
… moreThe food was incredible. Everything was fresh and high quality. This will be my first of many trips to this restaurant.
Stephanie
This was my first time dining here. Love the atmosphere. My waiter, Scott, was great. I had the fried mozzarella and crab encrusted salmon. They were good…but that’s it. Nothing spectacular, but good. BUT, what was AMAZING and had my taste buds dancing? The caramel apple cheesecake
… moreKitzi Tucker
I recommend The Depot on First in Knightdale, NC BRUNCH 10 out of 10. We had the pleasure of being served by Monica.such a wonderful and very attentive to all our needs. Bourbon steak and shrimp was soooooo delicious if you’re in the area please stop by for breakfast.
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