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While sunny summer days have given way to crisp autumn air, outdoor dining in the Raleigh area is still ramping up. With many diners looking to support local restaurants in a safe manner, takeout meals and outdoor eats are as important as ever right now. That's why we've pulled together...

Pre-COVID-19, it was widely agreed that the food scene in the City of Oaks was thriving, doing better than ever thanks to tasty endeavors from a community that’s passionate about good eats and drinks (the accolades range from one of America's hottest food cities to one of 12 global...

It's no secret that when it comes to takeout food, pizza reigns supreme for so many of us. And while the hospitality industry is battling major challenges at the moment due to COVID-19 (restaurants in N.C. are limited to dine-in seating capacity of 50% until at least Aug. 7), many restaurants...

The Raleigh area's agricultural background and vibrant artistic culture are together helping local chefs create unique spins on everyone's favorite summertime treat. With fresh and local ingredients such as milk from local grass-fed cows to ripe peaches and strawberries from the local...

Last updated Aug. 28, 2020 Restaurants in the Raleigh area—and across the state—are currently operating with some limitations, most notably that dine-in seating capacity is allowed at just 50% of maximum. This will continue until at least Sept. 11 while the state is under Phase 2 of...

Support these delicious restaurants and great shops owned by members of the Black community here in the Raleigh area. And if we missed one of your favorite spots in Wake County, let us know at database@visitRaleigh.com! Note: Some restaurants in Raleigh/Wake County might have decided to stay closed

Barbecue. Barbeque. Bar-b-que. BBQ. No matter how you spell it, we can agree on one thing: with a plate of barbecue in hand, all is right with the world. While restaurants are battling tough times due to COVID-19, many in the Raleigh area have been serving the community through takeout and delivery

Chef-musician-small business owner Cheetie Kumar was named a James Beard Award finalist for Best Chef: Southeast on Mon., May 4, for her work at Garland, an Indian- and Asian-inspired restaurant in downtown Raleigh. She's also an ambassador for Raleigh, N.C., to an international audience in a...

Note, April 22: Due to COVID-19, restaurant dining rooms are currently closed, and many celebrations—birthdays, graduations, anniversaries and more—have been missed. But that doesn't mean they need to be canceled, just postponed. When it's safe to do so, we encourage you to...

Note: Angus Barn is currently open, but with some changes due to COVID-19. The dining room is operating at 50% capacity, guests will go through curbside check-in upon arrival and waiting for tables inside the saloon and lounge is temporarily not allowed. Angus Barn has been certified under the Count