Death and Taxes Menu (Update 2025)

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Welcome to Death and Taxes, a unique cocktail lounge nestled in the heart of Raleigh, North Carolina. This venue redefines the dining experience, seamlessly merging innovative cocktails with a tempting menu that reflects culinary artistry.

As you explore their offerings, begin with the Roasted NC Oysters ($19), enhanced by chili butter and preserved lemon gremolata. For mains, the Dry-Aged Long Island Strip ($45) and Twice-Cooked Pork Shoulder ($37) stand out, showcasing carefully selected ingredients and expert preparation. Vegetarians will enjoy the Fettuccine ($26), featuring an embered vegetable Bolognese that's as vibrant as it is flavorful.

Sides like the Embered Bok Choy ($11) and Crispy New Potatoes ($10) enhance the experience, offering a delightful contrast to the rich mains. Each dish at Death and Taxes invites you to share in a memorable culinary journey, ensuring your visit is anything but ordinary.

TO BEGIN MAINS ALONGSIDE DESSERT

TO BEGIN

Embered Golden Beets, Roasted Beet Puree, Dill Cream, Fennel, Rye Croutons
$15.00

Mixed Lettuces, Grilled Radicchio, Pear, Buttermilk Bleu Cheese, Macadamia Crunch
$13.00

Fried Asparagus, Smoked Sauce Gribiche, Radish, Caper
$17.00

Roasted NC Oysters, Chili Butter, Preserved Lemon Gremolata
$19.00

Chicken Liver Pâté, Bacon Jam, Two Mustards Grilled Crostini, Pickles
$13.00

Grilled Octopus, Rice Peas, Parsley, Pine Nuts, Castelvetrano Olives, Piquillo Pepper
$18.00

Twice-Cooked Pork Shoulder, Braised Gigante Beans, Bacon, Embered Vegetables, Pickled Mustard Seed, Chicharrones
$37.00

Poulet Rouge, Farro, Embered Hummus, Red Wine Vinaigrette, Roasted Red Peppers, Olive
$35.00

Grilled Salmon, Charred Cabbage, Butter Beans, Crispy Artichokes, Whey
$36.00

Fettuccine, Embered Vegetable Bolognese, Tobacco Onions, Manchego
$26.00

Dry-Aged Long Island Strip, Embered Sweet Potato, Beef Fat Butter, Caper-Pink Peppercorn Chimichurri
$45.00

MAINS

ALONGSIDE

Seeded Sourdough Bread, Cultured Butter, Salt
$6.00

Grilled Carrots, Mint Pesto, Ricotta, Embered Pistachio
$13.00

Embered Bok Choy, Ginger, Miso, Crispy Garlic
$11.00

Crispy New Potatoes, Aged Beef Fat, Fines Herbs
$10.00

Videri Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse, Toasted Meringue, Peanut-Cacao Nib Crunch, Smoked Caramel, Brûléed Banana
$11.00

NC Strawberry Crostata, Embered Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, Lemon Coulis
$11.00

Coconut Panna Cotta, Cold Brew Granita, Cracked Coffee Shortbread Crumble, Cherries Jubilee
$11.00

DESSERT