Guidebook for Raleigh
Food Scene
Mitch's is a Raleigh Institution! Expect to see NC State Professors, college students, and Raleigh locals enjoying the cheap eats, cheap drinks and nostalgic vibes.
14 residents recomanen
Mitch's Tavern
2426 Hillsborough StMitch's is a Raleigh Institution! Expect to see NC State Professors, college students, and Raleigh locals enjoying the cheap eats, cheap drinks and nostalgic vibes.
Another iconic Raleigh institution, the Player's Retreat (or as the locals call it, PR's) is the only place to be to watch the local Wolfpack vs. Tarheel rivalries in any season.
18 residents recomanen
The Player's Retreat
105 Oberlin RdAnother iconic Raleigh institution, the Player's Retreat (or as the locals call it, PR's) is the only place to be to watch the local Wolfpack vs. Tarheel rivalries in any season.
Nationally renowned Laotian restaurant with STUNNING interior design, and even more impressive food.
126 residents recomanen
Bida Manda
222 S Blount StNationally renowned Laotian restaurant with STUNNING interior design, and even more impressive food.
Not only do they serve beer and bar food, this local spot has the BEST view of downtown Raleigh.
26 residents recomanen
Boylan Bridge Brewpub
201 South Boylan AvenueNot only do they serve beer and bar food, this local spot has the BEST view of downtown Raleigh.
This is one of my favorite coffee spots. They make great espresso and also sandwiches. Its a great place to stop on the go or even to stop in and hang for a bit!
45 residents recomanen
Morning Times
10 E Hargett StThis is one of my favorite coffee spots. They make great espresso and also sandwiches. Its a great place to stop on the go or even to stop in and hang for a bit!
This place is a Raleigh Institution! I spent many days and nights studying here in college and its still one of my favorite coffee spots to absorb some local culture and some mocha chocolate chip bread.
40 residents recomanen
Cup a Joe!
2109 Avent Ferry RdThis place is a Raleigh Institution! I spent many days and nights studying here in college and its still one of my favorite coffee spots to absorb some local culture and some mocha chocolate chip bread.
They rule the bread scene in Raleigh and have a great selection of unique breads with their own creative twist. They also always have cold brew coffee on tap!
52 residents recomanen
Boulted Bread
328 W South StThey rule the bread scene in Raleigh and have a great selection of unique breads with their own creative twist. They also always have cold brew coffee on tap!
If you want some quality indian/pan-asian food check out Garland! The owner, Cheetie, has been recognized for her incredible menu. If you're lucky you may even catch her playing a show at King's Barcade with her band "Birds of Avalon"
27 residents recomanen
Garland
14 W Martin StIf you want some quality indian/pan-asian food check out Garland! The owner, Cheetie, has been recognized for her incredible menu. If you're lucky you may even catch her playing a show at King's Barcade with her band "Birds of Avalon"
Drinks & Nightlife
As Raleigh has grown and expanded, so has this local bar. The Raleigh times is a spacious place with good food, good drinks and good people. Oh, did I mention a rooftop bar?!?
105 residents recomanen
The Raleigh Times
14 E Hargett StAs Raleigh has grown and expanded, so has this local bar. The Raleigh times is a spacious place with good food, good drinks and good people. Oh, did I mention a rooftop bar?!?
They are known for their whiskey and bourbon selections. I'm not much of a whisky drinker, but I love to take friends here who are because they have a good local selection of beer!
10 residents recomanen
Dram & Draught
1 Glenwood AveThey are known for their whiskey and bourbon selections. I'm not much of a whisky drinker, but I love to take friends here who are because they have a good local selection of beer!
Dive bar that always has a local show happening and cheap beer! Say hello to my friend Kate when you're there :-)
14 residents recomanen
Neptunes Parlour
14 W Martin StDive bar that always has a local show happening and cheap beer! Say hello to my friend Kate when you're there :-)
Parks & Nature
Dorothea Dix Park
1985 Umstead DrIts right in your back yard!
Sightseeing
This spot is a great place to bring a bottle of wine and a picnic lunch. Sit among the roses, throw a frisbee. (Bonus - its right next to Raleigh Little Theatre - catch a local play!)
26 residents recomanen
Rose Garden
301 Pogue StThis spot is a great place to bring a bottle of wine and a picnic lunch. Sit among the roses, throw a frisbee. (Bonus - its right next to Raleigh Little Theatre - catch a local play!)