Food Scene
Irregardless Cafe & Catering
901 W Morgan StGreat food, live music, cozy bar and superb staff.
Owned by James Beard Award winning chef Ashley Christiansen, this is a great kid free date night. Get there early because they don't take reservations.
102 locals recommend
Poole's
426 S McDowell StOwned by James Beard Award winning chef Ashley Christiansen, this is a great kid free date night. Get there early because they don't take reservations.
Fantastic Southern breakfasts, fun decor, great service
51 locals recommend
Big Ed’s City Market Restaurant
220 Wolfe StreetFantastic Southern breakfasts, fun decor, great service
Gravy
135 S Wilmington StLocally sourced Italian
Parks & Nature
Paved 3 mile walking trail. 5 mile hiking trail bordering the lake. Paddle boats and other water activities. Large deck with rocking chairs perfect for reading.
112 locals recommend
Lake Johnson Park
4601 Avent Ferry RdPaved 3 mile walking trail. 5 mile hiking trail bordering the lake. Paddle boats and other water activities. Large deck with rocking chairs perfect for reading.
Gorgeous exhibits featuring a wide variety of plants from around the world.
63 locals recommend
JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University
4415 Beryl RdGorgeous exhibits featuring a wide variety of plants from around the world.
Dorothea Dix Park
1985 Umstead DrArts & Culture
North Carolina Museum of Art
2110 Blue Ridge Rd5 minute drive. Lovely museum with walking trails.
Entertainment & Activities
PNC Arena
1400 Edwards Mill RdBreweries and Wineries
Brewery featuring NC beers with a great food truck lineup.
47 locals recommend
Bond Brothers Beer Company
202 E Cedar StBrewery featuring NC beers with a great food truck lineup.
Open Friday - Sunday for wine tastings, food trucks, and has a cozy atmosphere
8 locals recommend
Chatham Hill Winery
8245 Chapel Hill RdOpen Friday - Sunday for wine tastings, food trucks, and has a cozy atmosphere
Local brewery known for cask ales and a thriving food truck scene.
13 locals recommend
Fortnight Brewing Company
1006 SW Maynard RdLocal brewery known for cask ales and a thriving food truck scene.