Some of my favorite restaurants, bars, coffee shops and bakeries in Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas. Raleigh is for foodies!
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Restaurants
Other Food & Drinks
Arts & Entertainment
Outdoor Activities
Sucha great park near downtown with great views, a massive new playground and we're about to get some Thomas Dambo trolls!
Dix Park
Lovely gardens to walk through any season of the year.
JC Raulston Arboretum
Beautiful spot near downtown to eat lunch or take photos.
WRAL Azalea Garden
Old world charm in an updated setting. Feed the ducks, walk around the pond, have a bite to eat, and ride the carousel for a great day.
Pullen Park
Great place to get out on the water or take a long walk to clear your mind.
Lake Johnson Park | Raleighnc.gov
Restaurants
The best pizza in Raleigh.
Frank's Pizza & Italian Restaurant
Quality takeout you can trust. Very nice people. Takeout only.
Red Pepper Asian
This place is a GEM. We love everything we have tried.
Himalayan Range Nepali Restaurant
Great little Italian option in downtown Raleigh.
Gravy
Best BOGO sushi in Raleigh!
Sushi Blues Cafe
This local Italian market is on Harrison Ave in Cary. They have so many fresh and packaged food from Italy, NYC, NJ and more. Locally owned and so delicious. They offer freshly made paninis at lunch and gelato imported straight from Italy! It's such ...
Capri Flavors Italian Market
Authentic Greek food and drinks with an amazing atmosphere. When the weather is nice, I highly recommend the rooftop patio. Everything is so fresh and delicious. They even have wine we haven't seen since Santorini!
Taverna Agora - Greek Restaurant in Raleigh, NC
Other Food & Drinks
Relaxed vibe with great brews and cocktails.
Mordecai Beverage Company
Amaxing food and the best atmosphere. Draft beer is great!
Brewery Bhavana - Downtown
Everything is good. All of it.
Union Special
Fresh and delicious. Bread from here feels like a treat.
Yellow Dog Bread Company
Really great cookies. Way better than that big Chain
Tiff's Treats Cookie Delivery
Always a family favorite. Bourbon coffee ice cream is my favorite!
Two Roosters
Arts & Entertainment
There's always something to do or see at NCMA. Great for outdoor movies and summer concerts too.
North Carolina Museum of Art
Love the quirky atmosphere. Beer and fries are great. Love the spiked milkshakes.
