Cocktails and small plates, served with city views
Enjoy exquisite small plates that pair well with classic cocktails, wine, and local craft beer. Savor a full meal or share small plates with friends.
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Cocktail Menu
Signature Cocktails
Willard Barrel-Aged Old Fashioned | $20
angel’s envy bourbon, luxardo maraschino, angostura, orange bitters
Barrel-Aged Manhattan | $18
penelope bourbon, carpano antica, angostura
The Signature GinTonic | $15
hendrick’s gin, fever-tree mediterranean tonic
The ACGT | $15
bombay sapphire gin, ac small batch tonic
Pretty & Pink | $15
cazadores reposado tequila infused with hibiscus thyme, lemon, honey, pink peppercorn bitters, thyme bitters
Willard Margarita | $17
patron silver, house-made triple sec, lime, strawberry, dragonfruit
Espresso Martini | $16
broken shed vodka, grind espresso liqueur, espresso
Gin & Elderflower Spritz | $13
bombay sapphire gin, elderflower, fever-tree sparkling pink grapefruit, sparkling wine
Lavish Living | $14
grey goose vodka infused with lavender, house-made triple sec, blueberry, ginger, mint, lemon
Coconut Ember | $14
cazadores reposado tequila infused with coconut, ancho reyes, cacao, clarified lime, chocolate bitters
Chai Silk | $14
bacardi spiced rum, dry vermouth, orange blossom, chai spice infused honey, heavy whipping cream
cRum Brûlée | $14
bacardi spiced rum, licor 43, lemon, pecan orgeat, egg white
Eiffel 76 | $12
grey goose vodka, grapefruit, lemon, blueberry, sparkling wine
Blood Moon | $16
lalo blanco tequila, amaro nonino, blood orange, lemon, blood orange ginger beer
Phil’s Deception | $14
jameson, st-germain, orange tincture, port charlotte wash
Full Monte | $16
amaro montenegro, old forester rye, angostura, orange, cherry
Squeeze the Day | $14
orange-infused grey goose, rosemary cardamom simple, cranberry, lemon
Rotating Cocktail Flight Board | MP
Little Bites Menu
Shareables
Cured Meat Board | $16
3 meats, accoutrements
Artisanal Cheese Board | $16
3 cheeses, accoutrements
Marinated Olives | $9
warm olives and pickled vegetables marinated in citrus and chili
Chicken Bites* | $13
cornstarch-breaded chicken with choice of plain, sweet thai chili, chipotle BBQ, or buffalo lemon pepper dry rub
Housemade Pretzel Bites | $11
served with queso
Spinach Artichoke Dip | $10
served with crostinis
Beet Hummus | $9
roasted garlic and citrus-braised beet hummus, served with vegetable crudité and crostinis
Papas Bravas | $8
red skin potatoes, smoked paprika aioli, fresh herbs
Southwest Mushroom Tacos | $17
chipotle-lime marinated portabella mushrooms, cowboy caviar, cilantro, vegan herb aioli
Whiskey Ginger Tacos* | $18
bourbon-ginger glazed shrimp, sesame slaw, pickled radish, sweet chili edamame
Steak Frites* | $30
petit filet steak, cowboy butter, truffle parmesan fries
Salads
Add protein to any salad:
sumac marinated chicken* ($8)
steak filet* ($12) • blackened shrimp* ($10)
Southern Sugaree | $15
mixed greens, citrus braised root vegetables, pears, sumac spiced pepitas, boursin cheese, sweet tea vinaigrette on the side
Caesar Salad | $13
romaine, croutons, shaved parmesan, caesar dressing on the side
House Salad | $12
mixed greens, cherry tomato, cucumber, red onion, choice of balsamic or ranch on the side
Bigger Bites
Handhelds
All burgers are served on a brioche bun, ask your server about vegan and gluten free options
Upgrade any handheld:
upgrade to truffle parmesan fries +$2
upgrade to sweet potato fries +$1
BBQ Bacon Burger* | $18
4-oz wagyu beef patty, bacon, honey BBQ aioli, crispy onion, swiss cheese, served with fries
Willard Burger* | $17
4-oz. wagyu beef patty, american cheese, caramelized onion, lettuce, tomato, house sauce, served with fries
Piggy Pickin’ Sandwich* | $17
North Carolina-style pulled pork, slaw, BBQ sauce, served with sweet potato fries
Twin Flame Burger | $16
beyond patty, pickled jalapeño, crispy onion, vegan cheddar cheese, herb aioli, pretzel bun, served with fries
Flatbreads
Shrimp Scampi* | $18
blackened shrimp, scampi sauce, tomato, spinach, parmesan
De La Mancha | $17
jamon serrano, fig, whipped boursin and ricotta, finished with balsamic-tossed arugula
Three Cheese | $13
crushed tomato sauce, three cheese blend
Short Rib Melt* | $19
braised short rib, pomegranate demi glace, caramelized onion, dill havarti cheese, finished with arugula
Sweets
Sweets
Churro Cheesecake | $10
NY-style cinnamon churro cheesecake, cinnamon cream cheese, graham cracker crust, topped with cinnamon and powdered sugar
Rotating Gluten Free Dessert | $10
inquire with server for rotating selections
Rotating Pie | $10
slice of fresh made seasonal pie served with whipped cream, inquire with server for rotating selections
+$2 for vanilla gelato
Beer Menu
On Tap
Stella Artois
$7
Wicked Weed Perni-Haze IPA
$8
Lonerider Kolsch for Outlaws
$7
Carolina Costero Mexican Lager
$7
Wines
By the Bottle
White Wine
Sauvignon Blanc Reserve, Venchiarezza, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
$48
Sauvignon Blanc, Villa Maria Taylor’s Pass, Marlborough, NZ
$48
Chardonnay, CRU, "Buttery," Santa Lucia Highlands, CA
$40
Chardonnay, Belle Glos Glasir Holt, Santa Rita Hills, CA
$50
Riesling, Dr. Loosen, Mosel, Germany
$30
Chenin Blanc, Lubanzi, Swartland, South Africa
$30
Albariño, Lagar de Cervera, Rías Baixas, Spain
$46
Verdejo, Bodegas Yllera, Rueda, Spain
$28
Loureiro, Casa da Bouça, Vinho Verde, Portugal
$28
Rosé
Pinot Grigio Rosé, Venchiarezza, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
$36
Rosé Blend, Catena Classic de la Provincia, Mendoza, Argentina
$40
Pinot Noir, Quilt Threadcount, North & Central Coast, CA
$30
Red Wine
Chianti Classico, Castellinuzza e Piuca, Toscana, Italy
$45
Garnacha, Alto Moncayo, "Veraton," Campo de Borja, Spain
$65
Grenache, Department 66, Côtes Catalanes, France
$74
Rioja Crianza, Carlos Serres, Rioja, Spain
$30
Primitivo, Sterparo, Basilicata, Italy
$30
Cabernet Sauvignon, Annabella, Napa Valley, CA
$46
Cabernet Sauvignon, Silver Oak, Alexander Valley, CA
$180
Cabernet Sauvignon, Caymus Vineyards, Napa Valley, CA
$150
Red Blend, Chateau Musar "Musar Jeune," Bekaa Valley, Lebanon
$48
Malbec, Domingo Molina "Rupestre," Calchaquí Valleys, Argentina
$70
Shiraz, Lambert Estate "The Commitment," Barossa Valley, Australia
$46
Nebbiolo, Cantina del Pino, Barbaresco, Piedmont
$95
Sparkling
Brut di Lambrusco, Cantina della Volta, Sorbara, Italy
$70
Essence Rosé, Antica Fratta, Franciacorta, Italy
$90
Champagne, Devaux Grande Réserve Brut, France
$80
Prosecco, Cantine Collalto "San Salvatore," Brut Superiore, Veneto, Italy
$42
Champagne, Nicolas Feuillatte "Réserve Exclusive," Brut, France
$100
By the Glass
Sparkling
Prosecco, 84, Veneto, Italy
$12/$60
Champagne, Jacques Bardelot, France
$20/$100
White Wine
Pinot Grigio, Zenato, Italy
$11/$44
Moscato D’Asti, Gianni, Italy
$11/$44
Sauvignon Blanc, Villa Maria, New Zealand
$12/$48
Albariño, Lagar de Indra, Spain
$13/$52
Chardonnay, Böen "Tri-Appellation," CA
$13/$52
Red Wine
Pinot Noir, Christopher Michael, Oregon
$11/$44
Tempranillo, Campo Viejo, Spain
$12/$48
Malbec, Catena Zapata, Mendoza, Argentina
$12/$48
Cabernet Sauvignon, Glenelly, Stellenbosch, South Africa
$14/$56
GSM Red Blend, Lubanzi, W.O. Coastal, South Africa
$11/$44
Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, Castellano, Italy
$8/$32
Merlot, Advice from John, St. Helena, CA
$13/$52
*Items marked with an asterisk may be served raw or undercooked. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
Happenings
Nestled between Glenwood South and the Warehouse District, The Willard is downtown Raleigh’s gathering place.
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