STIR

Located on the 10th floor of the Bank of America Building in North Hills, STIR is Raleigh’s premier destination for craft cocktails, fresh oysters and New American cuisine. The bar’s signature feature is its 300‑pound blocks of artisanal ice, hand‑carved and used to chill drinks that are further elevated by house‑made bitters, syrups and oak‑aged infusions. Guests can sample rare spirits such as 23‑year‑old Pappy Van Winkle bourbon or 18‑year‑old Whistlepig rye, as well as a rotating selection of seasonal cocktails presented on draft for a sparkling finish. The raw bar showcases a dozen house oysters, daily‑sourced Gulf oysters, and specialty varieties like Oysters Rockefeller with spinach, shallots, lemon, sambuca and Parmesan. Complementary seafood items include a classic shrimp cocktail and seasonal fish preparations. For brunch, the menu offers classics such as avocado toast, eggs benedict, and house‑made granola, paired with Bloody Marys and mimosas served on the expansive patio that overlooks the North Hills shopping district. Lunch and dinner feature dishes like pan‑seared duck breast, herb‑crusted salmon, and a rotating selection of vegetable‑forward plates, all prepared from scratch with locally sourced produce. The interior blends sleek marble countertops, warm amber lighting, and an open kitchen that invites diners to watch the culinary team at work. Opening hours start at 11 a.m. for brunch and lunch, with dinner service beginning at 4 p.m. and continuing until close. Price points range from $15 for small plates to $40 for main courses, making STIR an accessible yet refined spot for both business meetings and casual evenings.