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14 Delicious Dinners — Cozy Classics, Fresh Twists & Dinner Wins

14 Delicious Dinners — Cozy Classics, Fresh Twists & Dinner Wins

Plus even more dinner ideas!

Rhys Lawson
June 08, 2025

Looking for some weeknight wins and dinner flexes? This week’s lineup is loaded with cozy comfort (peep the gnocchi 👀), flame-grilled favorites, and bright, punchy sides to wake up your taste buds.

Whether you’re craving a juicy ribeye, spicy sushi, or just want a killer new way to do broccoli, there’s something here with your name on it.

Hope you enjoy! — Rhys

14 Delicious Dinners — Cozy Classics, Fresh Twists & Dinner Wins

1. Chicken Gnocchi

A cozy bowl of pillowy gnocchi, tender chicken, and veggies in a creamy, herb-infused gravy.

Roasted Chicken & Gnocchi by Talula's Garden

Crispy spatchcock chicken, truffle and tarragon ‘gravy,’ brown butter gnocchi & lemon brûlée
1h 30m • 4 servings

2. Bone-In Chicken Breast with Garlic Herb Butter

Juicy, crispy-skinned chicken breast finished with melting garlic-lemon butter.

GARLIC & HERB HALF CHICKEN by The Weather Room

Seared half chicken, garlic lemon herb butter; choice of one side
50m • 2 servings

3. Vodka Pasta

A luscious tomato cream sauce spiked with vodka, tossed with perfectly cooked pasta.

Vodka Pasta by Druthers Brewing Company

Gnochetti, house vodka sauce, shaved parmesan, pistachio pesto
30m • 4 servings

4. Grilled Lamb Chops with Rosemary

Tender lamb chops grilled with fresh rosemary.

Wood-Fire Grilled Lamb Chops by Green Valley Grill

Rosemary port wine jus, Greek roasted potatoes, asparagus.
1h 10m • 4 servings

5. Ribeye on the Grill

Rich, marbled ribeye steak, seasoned simply and seared over an open flame.

Grilled Ribeye by Local 22 Kitchen & Bar

12 oz. Flame Grilled Grassfed Beef, Parmesan Garlic Fries, Maître D' Butter
1h • 2 servings

6. Salmon Sushi Roll

Vibrant sushi roll with fresh salmon, avocado, and a hint of spicy mayo.

SPICY SALMON ROLL by Ichiban Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar

Experience a burst of flavor with our Spicy Salmon Roll, featuring fresh salmon, creamy avocado, and a kick of spicy mayo, all rolled in perfectly seasoned sushi rice.
45m • 4 servings

7. Roasted Beets Salad

Roasted beet salad with tarragon vinaigrette and blue cheese.

ROASTED BEET SALAD by Social Southern Table & Bar

roasted beets, Danish blue cheese, tarragon vinaigrette
1h 15m • 4 servings

8. Stromboli

Golden, crispy dough wrapped around layers of Italian meats, cheese, and herbs.

Stromboli by Tony's Cafe

Indulge in our mouthwatering Stromboli, a savory rolled pastry filled with a delightful blend of Italian meats, melty cheese, and a medley of fresh vegetables.
50m • 4 servings

9. Garlic Green Beans

Crisp-tender green beans sautéed with fresh garlic and a hint of lemon zest.

Buttered Green Beans by Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen

15m • 4 servings

10. Broiled Chilean Sea Bass

Flaky sea bass broiled glazed with stone ground honey mustard. Serve with crisp Asian slaw to complete it!

Chilean Sea Bass by Cafe 2825

Encrusted roasted Chilean sea bass glazed with stone ground honey mustard
40m • 4 servings

11. Falafel Pita Pizza

Crispy chickpea falafel on top of a warm pita with cucumber, tomato, and tahini.

FALAFEL PITA by Neomonde Mediterranean Raleigh

Chickpeas, onion, garlic, herbs and spices, fried in sunflower oil and served with shredded lettuce, diced tomato, Lebanese pickles, turnips and lemon tahini sauce V
1h • 4 servings

12. Street-Style Burger

Juicy beef patty smashed and seared, topped with melty cheese and chip-mayo.

THE BEAST BURGER by Left Bank Downtown

DOUBLE SMASHED PATTY, AMERICAN CHEESE, LETTUCE, BACON, CARAMELIZED ONIONS, FRIED EGG, CHIPOTLE MAYO. SERVED WITH FRIES OR SALAD.
45m • 2 servings

13. Steakhouse Creamed Corn

Sweet corn simmered in cream, butter, and a touch of parmesan.

CHOPHOUSE CORN by Ocean Prime

Indulge in our Chophouse Corn, a delightful blend of sweet, juicy corn kernels sautéed to perfection and tossed with a medley of savory herbs and spices.
20m • 6 servings