MeetFresh in Raleigh – nctriangledining.com If you’re in the mood for something sweet but not too sweet, have you thought about maybe a Taiwanese dessert? Because that is exactly what MeetFresh in Raleigh serves up! This international chain has had a couple of locations in the Triangle but currently, the Raleigh location is the only one still open. And it’s a bit of a shame because they are serving up some really interesting sweets and desserts. So if you’re a bit curious about MeetFresh, read on! MeetFresh, Raleigh – Location, Interior Order counter at MeetFresh in Raleigh – nctriangledining ..read more

Nanas in Durham – nctriangledining.com When I first moved to the Triangle in 2005, there were a handful of lauded restaurants that were usually mentioned: Lantern and Crooks Corner in Chapel Hill, Second Empire, and the Angus Barn in Raleigh, along with Magnolia Grille and Nanas in Durham. And in the midst of the pandemic, Nanas was closed for a variety of reasons and I had sadly never dropped in for a visit given its out of the way location. But thankfully, the classic Nanas restaurant re-opened at the end of 2023 under the experienced and talented hands of Chefs Matt Kelly and Nate Garyantes ..read more

Over the last ten years or so, the humble chicken seems to have taken over as America’s favorite protein. Maybe because of its versatility, health benefits, and cost, we have become obsessed with all things chicken. And one of the more interesting entries in the fast food chicken space has been Raising Canes! This Southern … The post Raising Canes, Chapel Hill: When you’re in the mood for chicken appeared first on NC Triangle Dining Food Blog ..read more

When it comes to sushi, I’m a bit of a late-comer having only started eating and enjoying it over the past 15 years. But over the years, I certainly learned to enjoy the combination of great fish rolled with sushi rice and other tasty additions. So I have to admit when I started hearing about … The post Akami Sushi Bar in Apex for the Best “Gas Station Sushi” Around appeared first on NC Triangle Dining Food Blog ..read more

As Raleigh grows in population, we have started to see a bit more in the way of neighborhoods. Clusters of people working and living in different sections of the city that have a bit of an identity. Glenwood South, Oakwood-Mordecai, and the Warehouse District are some of the bigger and more popular ones. The new … The post Gussie’s in Raleigh: A classic neighborhood bar with great flair and food appeared first on NC Triangle Dining Food Blog ..read more

Over the past several years, building and restaurant activity in Cary has been popping! This affluent bedroom community next to Raleigh has developed a reputation of its own as a dining and beverage destination. While Cary always had family-friendly chain restaurants, its increasingly being seen as a desirable location for independent, chef-driven concepts. One recent … The post SAAP in Cary for Upscale and Urban Laotian Cuisine in an Idyllic Setting appeared first on NC Triangle Dining Food Blog ..read more

While the pandemic was filled with mostly negatives for the restaurant and dining business in the Triangle, there were a few bright spots! During the pandemic, businesses like Queeny’s had to pivot and find new ways to stay afloat. While people were isolating during this time, Queeny’s spun off a series of smashburger pop-ups. Given … The post QueenBurger, Durham – Offering Smashingly Good Beef and Burgers Near DPAC appeared first on NC Triangle Dining Food Blog ..read more

Frasketta Pizza Romana food truck in Cary – nctriangledining.com If I was going to be addicted to anything in life, I’m guessing that pizza would likely be it! There’s something magical about great dough, tomato sauce, and cheese layered together, piping hot out of a blistering hot oven. And I’m usually willing to drive pretty far for great pizza offerings so imagine my excitement when I found out about Frasketta Romana Pizza! Based out of Angier, this food truck stops mostly in Southern Wake county but a recent visit to Cary caught my attention. If you’re a pizza lover, read on because I thin ..read more

La Montaña, Carrboro – nctriangledining.com While Chapel Hill and Carrboro are considered two separate cities, they are usually so intertwined it’s hard to see much difference between the two! Which is not a bad thing because they usually share some cool and fun eateries in this academically inclined area. And right at the border between Chapel Hill and Carrboro sits a little plaza with a host of eateries including the new La Montaña (“mountain” in Spanish). Brought to you by Chef Yung Nay from Iza Whiskey Kitchen and Eats, La Montaña is a different riff on Asian cuisine that’s been fused wit ..read more

Taco Bamba in Raleigh – nctriangledining.com When it comes to Mexican food and tacos, I’m a big fan! And a recent influx of interesting Tex-Mex, higher end Mexican eats and bars have made the food scene really interesting in the Triangle. Over the last several years, we’ve added Torchy’s, A’Verde, Superica, Mezcalito, and more. The latest entry into the Mexican restaurant list for the area is the new Taco Bamba at the Ridgewood Shopping Center in Raleigh! Brought to you by Chef Victor Albisu, this Washington, DC chain (13 locations) has a reputation for its imaginative taco offerings and break ..read more