The Willard Rooftop Lounge

I was excited about getting a fancy drink on a rooftop bar. The prices for the drinks were not reflected in the quality. It felt like they did not know what to do when we came in. They had tons of comfy seating outdoors and inside but wouldn't let anyone sit there (found out later they were trying to give their staff a break from servicing those areas). The views weren't that great. I would just go to Level 7 next time that I want the rooftop vibe.

Ever had cabbage in a Caesar salad? Me neither, until today. Ever had a runny egg yolk in a Caesar salad? Me neither, until today. We were in the mood for something light and simple so we ordered 'Caesar salads' with shrimp. What arrived was cabbage with undercooked shrimp that was so over seasoned it wasn't edible. We each took a few bites and actually gagged and didn't eat 90%+ of our 'Caesar' salads. The waiter saw that we each left over the entire dish and didn't ask how our meals were or ask if we wanted a doggy bag (I wouldn't subject my dog to this). This was hands down the worst dish I have ever had in a restaurant. Sincerely,Appetite lost

I enjoyed the Willard. It's a very relaxed hotel rooftop located in the posh AC Hotel. This hotel smells heavenly. I live for pleasant fragrances. If you're looking for a turn up with a live DJ, this isn't it. This is strictly for the Grown & Sexy. The Willard offers a very relaxed ambiance & a bird's eye view of Oak City. The staff here is very friendly and courteous and that makes for an enjoyable experience. You may also rent the rooftop for special occasions.

When I walked inside the hotel I was greeted immediately. The gentleman at the front lobby area was professional and energetic. The smell through the lobby and rooftop entryways was so delightful. When I exited on the 7th floor I was immediately greeted again before both of my feet crossed the elevator threshold. I met some colleagues here for a Spring meetup. I enjoyed the laid-back space and the rooftop vibes. Very nice place to catch up over drinks. I had dinner plans elsewhere, so I did not order anything. This was a floating meet-up on a Wednesdayevening after my 9 to 5 (no reservation) which was perfect for my schedule. It was nice to walk right in without rigid reservation times. By arriving later - the servers did not notice the newbies at the table. I wasn't there long. The space is nice. I look forward to returning for a quick nightcap and impromptu rooftop vibes this spring.

"The views at this place at night are absolutely to die for. The small plates are surprisingly generous and perfect for sharing. Our server, Dianca, was a delight--pleasant and smiling the entire time, which made the experience even better. A must-visit spot for great food and stunning nighttime views!"

Gorgeous view but it does come with a price.I've been to the Willard now for two different occasions. Once for a wedding reception and another time to sample the fall menu. The foods served at the reception was delicious, they had these goat cheese stiffed dates that I'm now addicted to. On my most recent visit, I was invited out to sample the fall menu. My boyfriend ordered the Old Fashion and I got a Willard Margarita. The margarita was ok, not as sweet as I had hoped but it was still tasty. My boyfriend wasn't impressed with the old fashioned. Some of the foods I sampled:Duck poutine - I honestly didn't even know there was duck on this but I liked the flavor of the potatoes and toppings, very tasty. Bourbon shrimp - very sweet, the popped sorghum added a nice texture difference but I definitely wasn't expecting it to be as sweet as it was. Conch fritters - these were undercooked. The middle was still liquidy and I wasn't a fan of the flavor. Papas Bravas - crispy red skin potatoes, you really can't go wrong. Pimento - in love, this was my favorite thing I tried, it was delicious!Duck Pate - eh, this was ok but I wasn't a fan. This Rooftop longue has stunning views and it's perfect for a gathering of friends to grab some drinks and snack while you hang out!

This was a lucky find in my quest for a drink with a view! Awesome rooftop above the AC hotel in the happening strip of Glenwood. It was the perfect place to catch up with my friend on a beautiful sunny Sunday . We had their amazing espresso martinis and took in the view of Raleigh. Great high top tables and sofas . They have food as well. But we were here for the beverages !Great casual chill service. They created a nice laid back vibe here. Super clean inside and outside . Greta Sunday funday spot ! Just take the elevator up !

Lovely rooftop bar on the top floor of the AC Hotel with great cocktails and both indoor & outdoor dining spaces. We stopped in two nights during our stay, once for cocktails and once for a light meal. Our drinks were great and our flatbread was awesome. The view from the outdoor seats was excellent and the heaters ensured we were comfortable even though it was a chilly evening. This place gets busy on weekends and service was slow and/ or preoccupied one of the nights we were there.

My spouse made us and our friend a reservation for a Saturday here and overall we had a great time. Originally we were sat inside which was not what we were hoping for given this is a rooftop bar in Raleigh, so we were seeking a rooftop experience. They made the adjustment after we expressed our interest in sitting outdoors and sat us at a super cute and comfortable table near a fire place. We got several apps and small plates, as well as a few different drinks and had a really lovely time. The server, Tyler, truly made the experience with his friendly and truly hospitable approach. He's GREAT. Tyler shared he is a bartender but also covers as a server and I'd frankly want him every time we go! He started us off with some vodka based shots, we said to surprise us and he brought us Kamikaze shots which were smooth and delicious. From there we all got espresso martinis which were generally quite good. We had the pretzels and papas bravas as appetizers. The pretzels were 15 out of 10. The pretzel itself was the best pretzel app I've ever had and the cheese was phenomenal. I wasn't a fan of the mustard as it was very horseradish forward which isn't for me. The papas were 6/10, nothing special unfortunately. From there we had the chicken skewers, bourbon shrimp, one of the flatbreads, and burger. The skewers flavor was good, but a bit dry. The shrimp were FANTASTIC. order them now. The burger was good and the fries were decent but I prefer thin cut to thicker. The flatbread was not my fav. Overall, the service and ambiance was 12/10! Tyler is the man. The bourbon shrimp and pretzels were the stars of the show. I'd absolutely return for a pre dinner appetizer with a beautiful loungey view, but would probably grab dinner elsewhere.

Without Tyler, this would be a 2 star experience. He was excellent. The espresso martini, papas bravas, and pretzel was 5/5 along with the service from Tyler. The rest of as honestly...meh. We originally had a reservation for the rooftop and they sat us inside. Tyler got us a table outside and made food and drink suggestions. He was excellent. The drinks were good but food was mediocre apart from a couple apps. Id come back for drinks but idk for dinner.