The Mint Restaurant, located in Raleigh, North Carolina is an establishment for fine dining and entertainment in Raleigh's downtown newly renovated Fayetteville Street area. The Fayetteville Street area in Raleigh is a district for adult-themed dining and entertainment, catering to sophisticated and professional adults.Created by the Raleigh Restaurant Group, The Mint opened in January 2008. The Mint features Chris Hylton as its Culinary Director and is managed by Cara Zalcberg. The restaurant seats 85 in the main dining room, and also incorporates outside seating on its spacious plaza.  The eXchange, located on the Mezzanine level, features classic cocktails and house created specialty martinis.  The Mint offers private and semi-private dining options as well as off-site catering.