If you’re looking for new places to wine and dine in Raleigh, consider Hillsborough Street, where the culinary scene sizzles hotter than a jalapeño on a warm summer’s eve!  If you thought this vibrant street was just a thoroughfare for students and traffic, think again. Thanks to the variety of Hillsborough Street restaurants, this much-loved ..read more

I feel like chicken tonight… chicken wings, that is! Chicken wings are the nation’s favorite snack, and sometimes you just feel like winging it. If you’re wondering where the best chicken wings in Raleigh and the Greater Triangle area are, then the local Raleighlites have come to your aid. We reached out to our community ..read more

When you’re feeling a bit hungry, but don’t want to get dressed up or spend a fortune at a sit-down restaurant, then finding a place that serves great bar food in Raleigh will satisfy those tiny cravings. Bar food tends to go hand-in hand with catching a game with friends, one of my favorite social ..read more

It’s not hard to find a coffee shop in Raleigh, there seems to be one every hundred meters, but none drive us back more often than Jubala Coffee on Hillsborough Street. Jubala has been our go-to coffee shop for many years now, because they consistently make great coffee, the vibe is always on point, the the baristas care about offering a wonderful customer experience, every time. If you follow us on Instagram, you’ll probably already know that Jubala Coffee is a place you’ll find us at often.  We are regulars here, at least once per week since moving to Raleigh, and if we lived closer tha ..read more

When it comes to finding places to eat, often the biggest challenge is finding a place that suits every member of the family. We know how it is dealing with fussy eaters, tiny stomachs, and kids who can’t sit still – which is why we’ve prepared this guide to the best family friendly restaurants in Raleigh so you can go out and enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner with the whole family. We’ve chosen these places that we personally have been to and enjoy visiting with our two daughters, and have included not only restaurants but bakeries, cafes, and places to pick up a sweet treat, so we’ve really g ..read more

If you’re looking for a delicious and authentic Southern style breakfast in Raleigh, then you’re going to want to head down to the local’s favorite Big Ed’s! Big Ed’s Raleigh, who have been serving up generous portions of Southern comfort food since 1958, starts by walking up the charming cobblestone streets in historic City Market. Big Eds Raleigh Then upon entering this classic Raleigh breakfast staple, you’ll discover a laid-back restaurant vibe with a collection of funky antiques hanging from the ceiling. Antiques from the ceiling Big Ed’s Restaurant has long been one of the local’s favori ..read more

When it comes to finding the perfect date night restaurant, you won’t find a more sophisticated and intimate setting than Crawford and Son, a fine dining establishment in the historic Oakwood neighborhood in Raleigh. We picked Crawford and Son as our date night location because it had a curated, ever-changing menu, but still has a casual neighborhood restaurant vibe. We wanted our night to be special, but we weren’t looking for a special occasion restaurant. Crawford and Son is an award-winning restaurant, earning the title “Restaurant of the Year” by Raleigh’s The News & Observer in 2018 ..read more

If you have an upcoming special occasion or you’re looking for a romantic dinner location, then consider a meal at The Second Empire Restaurant and Tavern, an exquisite fine dining experience in Raleigh. Craig and I finally made it to the Second Empire Restaurant for a date night, and have placed it as high on our list of places to eat in Raleigh for a special occasion. While the restaurant opened in 1997, the beautiful building has been around since 1879. Located in downtown Raleigh’s historic Victorian Dodd-Hinsdale House on prominent Hillsborough Street, has one of the most romantic dining ..read more

When it comes to Greek restaurants in Raleigh, there are none that match the quality, service, and ambiance of Taverna Agora Greek Kitchen and Bar in Glenwood South Raleigh. Having visited the Greek Islands many times in my 20+ years of travel, it’s hard to find a restaurant that takes me back to my days island hopping, beach bumming, and dancing on the tables of Ios nightclubs. Back then, I remember eating mouthwatering BBQ whole snapper at a restaurant with views of the turquoise water and complete with Greek music and the ubiquitous blue and white tablecloths. Ah, the tastes and colors of G ..read more

You’re thirsty after a long day of working or exploring in Raleigh. It’s time to gather your friends or co-workers and quench it at one of our favorite breweries in Raleigh, Crank Arm Brewing in the Warehouse District. Enjoying a drink at Crank Arm Brewing Like the spokes on the wheel, Crank Arm draws people from all around the city of Raleigh to its downtown destination hub, perfect for a break as you enjoy the city’s restaurants, galleries, and shops, before you attend a festival or event, or just to hang out with likeminded people over a quality brew! It’s a long-standing institution and st ..read more