The Best Restaurants and Bars in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and Chapel Hill
It’s hard to believe that restaurants and the hospitality business were able to get through two years of the pandemic, starting in 2020. But smart thinking and survival instincts kicked in leading to more outdoor dining, menus on QR codes, drinks to go, and a heckuva lot of delivery and pre-made meals for home dining. …
Looking back at 2019, I can say that it’s been a VERY busy year. With a lot of restaurant openings in November and December, it took a bit of time to squeeze in the visits necessary to pick this year’s list. I tracked over 60 restaurants and bars over the course of 2019 to come …
When you talk about shopping centers in Raleigh, several immediately come to mind: Crabtree Valley Mall, Brier Creek, Cameron Village and more. But probably one of THE most popular shopping areas is North Hills. With an interesting assortment of high-end shopping, restaurants and more, this growing area has evolved quite a bit when it comes …
Beasley's Chicken and Honey, Raleigh- An affordable and delicious take on Southern favorites: fried chicken, waffles, meat loaf and more
Los Cuates, Raleigh- One of my favorite eateries for authentic Mexican fare: tacos, burritos, horchata and salsa bar done S. California style
There’s no doubt that a successful restaurant can get stale over time. They get popular, they develop a clientele and then things get taken for granted. They stick with the same menu to keep their regulars happy, they don’t bother re-decorating since that’s what made them successful. Thankfully, the Raleigh Times Bar has not fallen …
Humble Pie, Raleigh- A classic still dishing out delicious takes on small plates and Southern fare. Perfect patio for brunch, dinner and more
Hayes Barton Cafe, Raleigh- Take a step back in time with the comfort food and vintage decor at Hayes Barton Cafe! Meatloaf, chicken pot pies and more
Second Empire, Raleigh- A classic and comfortable upscale dining experience for downtown Raleigh! Special events, dates and more...
