What we tried at Gussie's in Raleigh, NC

Take a peek at our first round: Cheesy savory animal fries, Brussel sprouts, and a couple cocktails to split.

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We recently got all gussied up to visit one of Raleigh’s hottest new bars, Gussie’s. Here’s what we tried and are ready to try again.

Let’s talk libations first. Gussie’s Old Friends menu section features classic cocktails done just right, like the mojito. Where things really got unique was the New Friends + daily specials menu. We loved the festive Winter Sherry Cobbler, the Fat Lip, which felt like an alternative margarita, and the special chai hot toddy which was spicy in every way.

The Biggest Pickle cocktail was a dill-ight.

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What left our jaws ajar was the Biggest Pickle. Forget what you think a pickle cocktail could be — this was so refreshing, and the pickle spice + cucumber garnish made the drink.

As for bites, we stuck to high-end versions of classics, like the animal fries, inspired by In-N-Out Burger, crispy + sweet Brussels, and fried jalapeno pimento cheese cakes, which reminded us of arancini with a Southern twist.

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Allie Remhof

Allie has lived in Raleigh since 2015, transplanted from Dayton, OH, and is a 2023 graduate of NC State University — go Pack! Allie worked on the editorial board of NC State’s newspaper, Technician, and wrote about culture, news and sports. Outside of creating content, Allie can be found watching movies, going to local baseball games, and cooking elaborate meals.

What we tried at Gussie’s

We visited this new bar at 927 W. Morgan St. for a night of great company, bites, and bevs. Here’s what we loved and recommend from Gussie’s, our new neighborhood haunt.