Eddie V’s Prime Seafood, an upscale restaurant brand operated by Orlando-based Darden Restaurants, is being considered for a location at The Strand, a 20-story mixed-use development taking shape in Raleigh’s North Hills district. The proposed restaurant would occupy space on the tower’s ground floor, marking the brand’s first location in the Triangle, according to the Triangle Business Journal, which reported on plans filed with the City of Raleigh.
Developed by Kane Realty, The Strand broke ground in May 2025 and is planned to include 362 luxury residences and approximately 9,000 square feet of retail space. The tower is located next to the Advance Auto Parts tower, where Tamasha Modern Indian operates. The development is targeting completion in summer 2027, according to the Triangle Business Journal.
A representative for Eddie V’s acknowledged the potential Raleigh addition in an email to the publication, saying, “We look forward to bringing a little Eddie V’s style to Raleigh.” The company has not announced a restaurant opening date, and Kane Realty had not responded to the publication’s request for comment at the time of its report.
Eddie V’s menu focuses on seafood, steaks and an extensive selection of wine and cocktails. Seafood options include Chilean sea bass, North Atlantic scallops and Big Glory Bay king salmon. The steak selection features premium cuts such as Snake River Farms Gold Grade Wagyu strip and center-cut filet mignon, according to the restaurant’s online menu referenced by the Triangle Business Journal.
The restaurant also emphasizes the sourcing and preparation of its ingredients. The publication reports that Eddie V’s sources fish and seafood daily from around the world and ages its USDA Prime steaks for more than 28 days. Live musicians frequently perform in the restaurant’s lounges, adding an entertainment component to the dining experience.
With The Strand targeting summer 2027 completion, Eddie V’s would become another addition to North Hills’ growing dining and retail offering. However, the proposed restaurant’s opening timeline has not been confirmed, according to the Triangle Business Journal.
