The Best Restaurants and Bars in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and Chapel Hill
Raleigh restaurant and bar reviews on NC Triangle Dining
When it comes to tacos and Mexican food in the Triangle, we have so many great options! From super authentic mom and pop taquerias, to fancier spots with great decor and specialty cocktails. But one longstanding Raleigh favorite is back and being rebooted: Chubby’s Tacos. When I first got to Raleigh, Chubby’s was one of …
As somebody who used to live near Glenwood South for over a decade, I’ve known it’s always been a club, bar, and lounge mecca in the area. But as a local, I always enjoyed the quieter bars in the area. From the Flash House to Napper Tandys, these spots used to be a block or …
While I pretty much eat everything in sight, I have to admit I was a bit of a late-comer for sushi. Understanding the combination of raw fish, sushi rice, and nori is an interest I’ve only had for 15 years or so. But every now and then, especially when the weather is hot, it’s hard …
When I first got to Raleigh back in 2007, there weren’t a ton of good eating and bar options like there are today. Pretty much most of the places I hung out at would be considered Raleigh classics now. One Raleigh classic that recently re-opened is the OG Mitch’s Tavern! Located on Hillsborough Street in …
When it comes to bars and lounges, I’m usually a fan of independent, slightly grungy type places. Maybe not quite divey but a step or two up. But as the Triangle has grown and evolved, we’ve seen a move toward hotel bars over the last few years. In my experience, they tend to be a …
There’s something to be said for the humble sandwich. Some people love ’em, some people aren’t fans at all. Pressing some meat and cheese between some bread makes for a great lunch but some people just aren’t that impressed. But I love my sandwiches, especially if they’re done well. Recently in the NC Triangle, we’ve …
When it comes to new restaurants in the Triangle, I’m always excited to see something new and different. Because it’s SO hard to really raise the bar when it comes to a tried and true item like a hamburger. But every now and then you hit a new place, serving up an old standby, that …
As a foodie on a budget, I definitely appreciate restaurants in all sorts of price ranges. From the high-end to the low-end, they all can bring something to the food scene in their own way. Take Sushi Nine for example. This large sushi restaurant off of Western Boulevard is one that I’ve driven by many …
When it comes to chicken sandwiches, it’s hard to get beyond the hype! From Popeye’s to Shake Shack and Chic-fil-A, fried chicken sandwiches have been front and center in the foodie hype world. So what to think when a new chicken sandwich contender enters the fray? BB’s Crispy Chicken had been hyped for YEARS as …
