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Beasleys Chicken + Honey - Raleigh Downtown

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Located off of Wilmington Street in downtown Raleigh, Beasley's Chicken + Honey stands out as a culinary gem that captures the essence of Southern comfort food. This popular eatery offers diners an extensive and diverse menu filled with a wide array of southern-style dishes, each crafted with care and attention to detail, ensuring a delightful experience for your taste buds.


Beasley's Chicken and Honey Wine, Beer and Cocktail menu from the table side.
Beasley's Chicken and Honey Wine, Beer and Cocktail menu from the table side.

As you step inside, the inviting atmosphere envelops you, reflecting the warm and hospitable spirit of the South. The decor combines rustic charm with modern touches, creating a cozy yet lively environment perfect for enjoying a meal with friends or family. The aroma of fried chicken, biscuits, and honey wafts through the air, immediately making your mouth water in anticipation of the delicious offerings that await.


Beasley's Chicken + Honey is particularly renowned for its signature fried chicken, which is expertly seasoned and fried to golden perfection, boasting a crispy exterior that gives way to tender, juicy meat. The dish is often served with a drizzle of honey, adding a sweet contrast that elevates the flavor profile to new heights. In addition to the fried chicken, the menu features a selection of classic Southern sides, such as creamy mac and cheese, fluffy biscuits, and collard greens, each prepared using traditional recipes that honor Southern culinary heritage.


Beyond the fried chicken, Beasley's also offers a variety of other delectable options, including sandwiches, salads, and brunch items that highlight the versatility of Southern cuisine. Diners can indulge in dishes like the chicken and waffles, which perfectly combines savory and sweet elements, or the pimento cheese spread, a Southern staple that is both rich and flavorful.


Whether you're a local resident or a visitor to Raleigh, Beasley's Chicken + Honey promises a memorable dining experience that pays homage to Southern traditions while also embracing a contemporary twist. With its commitment to quality ingredients and authentic flavors, this restaurant is sure to satisfy your cravings and leave you eager to return for more.


Parking:

On-street parking is very limited on the corner where Beasleys sits. However, the Moore Street Parking garage sits on the same block, with the entrance just past the restaurant! Parking in the parking deck offers the easiest access to the restaurant, with


Sidewalk leading from Moore Street Parking Garage to the resturant.
Sidewalk leading from Moore Street Parking Garage to the resturant.

Entry:

Located in a historic building in downtown, Beasleys has an inclined ramped entrance and pull to enter doors. Once inside, the floor is flat re-finished wood.


Beasley's Entry, flooring and seats.
Beasley's Entry, flooring and seats.

Seating:

Beasley's offers a variety of table sizes for different party sizes and patron needs. All tables have stool type seats without backs or arm rests.


Some of the seating options at Beasley's.
Some of the seating options at Beasley's.

Restroom Facilities:

Beasley's utilize what they label "people rooms" while both restrooms are wide enough for mobility devices and feature grab bars. The restroom situated straight back through the restaurant is labeled as handicap accessible and may provide better access to those with mobility devices as you do not have to navigate a turn to enter.


Menu Highlights:

We loved starting our meal with the Roasted Poblano Pimento Cheese for the perfect slightly spicy twist on a southern favorite.


Roasted Poblano Pimento Cheese with Fried Saltines
Roasted Poblano Pimento Cheese with Fried Saltines

For our meals we enjoyed the Chicken Pot Pie and the Birds and the Bees Plate Lunch special with sweet potato wedges. **Birds and the Bees Plate is only available M-Th when dining in restaurant only.


Birds and Bee's Plate Special
Birds and Bee's Plate Special

Key Features for Accessibility:

  • Parking deck located within close proximity to restaurant.

  • Loading zone in front of restaurant and along the side street adjacent to restaurant, if needed for drop-off/pick-up

  • Ramped entry with level floors throughout

  • Handicap accessible restrooms


Important Notes on Accessibility:

  • No designated handicap accessible parking for the restaurant, downtown parking.

  • Depending on where you park, traveling on uneven sidewalks may be required to reach the restaurant.

  • Chairs do not have backs or arm rests.


Location: 237 S. Wilmington Street Raleigh, NC 27601


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Disclaimer: Accessible Foodie did not receive any compensation from the restaurant for this review. All thoughts and opinions expressed in the review are solely those of the Accessible Foodie Team.

 
 

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