The first weekend of the month has arrived, bringing one of Raleigh’s favorite traditions back to Players Retreat. Chef Angelica Barajas is serving up an incredible lineup of authentic Mexican dishes, hand-cut USDA Prime steaks, featured craft cocktails, and premium wine pairings.
From fresh Maine salmon on brioche to house-made pork and beef meatloaf on toasted white bread, check out what’s cookin’ this week at the Players Retreat through Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026.
We closing out the final week of the month with some amazing chef specials!
Craving something new? Stop by this week to check out our latest featured specials!
Fresh flavors, prime cuts, and perfect pairings—this week’s specials are here!
Spicy or classic? You don’t have to choose—stop by this week to try our latest featured items!
Welcome to this week’s Chef Specials! Fresh ingredients, classic comfort, and perfectly paired wines—straight from our kitchen to your table.
We’re dropping two serious crave-busters this week. Up first, a plant-powered portobello that isn’t just an afterthought—it’s a hearty, deeply savory beast loaded with grill-charred aioli and sharp Bonati parmesan that’ll make hard-core carnivores re-evaluate their life choices. Prefer the double-pork route? The Cuban Reuben is back to break all the traditional deli rules.
Join the Wake County Alumni Network for Welcome to the City 2026—a special evening designed to help you expand your local network, make new friends, and share your Wolfpack pride! Hosted by Alan Keith ’82, this casual gathering is open to all alumni, with a special focus on helping young alumni build meaningful local connections.
We’re kicking off the month at Players Retreat with our Mexican Weekend Specials Menu! Crafted by Chef Jean Paul Fontaine, this week features authentic Mexican-inspired classics alongside our signature butcher-cut USDA Prime Steaks.
