DINNER
Chef-Driven, Thoughtfully Crafted
At The Depot On First in Knightdale, NC, our dinner menu is built around fresh, locally sourced ingredients and a chef-driven approach that changes with the seasons, often rotating every weekend to reflect the best of what North Carolina farms and suppliers have to offer. While our menu evolves frequently, guests can always expect a consistent foundation of expertly prepared favorites like elk, hand-cut steaks, pasta dishes and fresh seasonal salads, alongside a rotating selection of creative dishes crafted from the freshest available ingredients. This commitment to seasonal, farm-to-table dining makes every visit a unique experience, whether you’re searching for dinner in Knightdale, restaurants near Raleigh with locally sourced menus, or a place where high-quality steak, elk, and chef-inspired cuisine come together in a welcoming, small-town setting just minutes from Raleigh.
LUNCH
Sunday Brunch
ALL YOU CAN EAT BRUNCH BUFFET
Every Sunday 10am-2pm
$29.99 Adults Children 4-12 $14.99
Join us every Sunday for an all-you-can-eat brunch experience at The Depot on First — where Southern comfort meets chef-driven creativity.
Our brunch buffet features your favorite breakfast classics alongside bold, signature dishes you won’t find anywhere else. From fluffy scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, and golden breakfast potatoes to house-made pastries and seasonal fruit, we bring the essentials — done right.
Indulge in rotating chef specialties like:
Cajun Shrimp
BBQ Pulled Pork
Carbonara Stone-Ground Grits
Salmon Scampi
Seasonal Pasta Creations
Fresh Carved Meats
Chef-Inspired Sides
Every dish is thoughtfully prepared by our culinary team using high-quality ingredients and Southern influence with an upscale twist.
Whether you’re gathering with family, meeting friends after church, or starting your Sunday with a celebration, our brunch buffet is designed to be relaxed, indulgent, and worth coming back for.
Wine Dinner
First Course
Grilled Pesto Octopus & Summer Orzo
Tender grilled octopus finished with vibrant basil pesto, served alongside a lightly spicy orzo salad with roasted sweet corn, crisp sugar snap peas, and fresh seasonal flavors that celebrate summer.
Second Course
Guinea Fowl Milanese
A beautifully crisp, golden-fried guinea fowl cutlet served over creamy stone-ground grits with roasted Brussels sprouts, sweet potato, and finished with fragrant herb oil for a rustic yet elegant presentation.
Third Course
Calabrian Market Fish
Fresh market fish seasoned with bold Calabrian spices and paired with house-made Calabrian tomato sauce, heirloom cherry tomatoes, fresh herbs, delicate fresh linguine, and toasted pangrattato for the perfect balance of heat, brightness, and texture.
Fourth Course
Roasted Bison
Perfectly roasted bison served with silky caramelized onion and smoked Gruyère pommes purée, roasted broccolini, spiced carrots, and finished with a rich red wine bacon reduction that brings every element together.
Fifth Course
S'Mores Reimagined
A sophisticated take on the campfire classic featuring homemade marshmallow ice cream, graham cracker cake, silky chocolate ganache, house-made whipped cream, and crunchy graham cracker crumble for a nostalgic finish with an elegant twist.
