Featured Restaurant News
Hotel Indigo Raleigh Reopening
After a $36 million renovation, Raleigh’s historic round hotel on Hillsborough Street is set to reopen as Hotel Indigo Raleigh. The transformation includes 204 boutique hotel rooms while preserving its iconic circular architecture.
Discover High Ground
The reopening introduces High Ground, a top-floor bar and restaurant boasting panoramic downtown views, alongside a ground-floor café and lounge catering to both locals and hotel guests. As a Raleigh native, I’m excited to see the updates! Visit them here.
Wake County Restaurant News
Arepa Culture’s New Location
Arepa Culture, a beloved Venezuelan eatery, has opened a new location in the Six Forks Station shopping center. Join their grand opening on Sept. 16 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Visit Arepa here.
Shinmai Moku Launch
The culinary team behind Shinmai Shokudo and Shinmai Kumo is launching a new yakitori and izakaya concept, Shinmai Moku, in the Quail Corners shopping center on Sept. 16. Reserve your table now! Visit them on Instagram.
Ala Rahi Opening Soon
Coming soon to Cary, Ala Rahi will offer a fusion of Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, and South Asian dishes at 1080 Darrington Drive. Stay updated on their opening via Instagram here.
Abbey Road Expanding
Abbey Road is set to open a new location in Morrisville. Currently, they have spots in Cary and Apex. Visit them here.
Lil Ricci’s NY Pizza and Pasta
In Holly Springs, the former Bass Lake Draft House will soon welcome Lil Ricci’s NY Pizza and Pasta. Set to open in November, learn more here.
Little Caesars in Garner
Little Caesars has opened a new outlet in Garner, serving guests Sunday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and extending hours on weekends. Visit Little Caesars here.
Durham, Orange & Chatham Restaurant News
Saladelia Cafe Expansion
Saladelia Cafe & Catering will soon open its eighth location at Imperial Tower, scheduled for next month. Visit them here.
Dampf Good BBQ in Durham
Dampf Good BBQ is opening its first brick-and-mortar location in Durham’s Geer Street district this winter. Look for their market-style cutting line for an authentically Texan BBQ experience. Follow their progress on Instagram.
Eluent Coffee Reopening
The former MunchiLove at Governor’s Village is now Eluent Coffee, open daily. Visit them here.
Tonya’s Cafe Fire Incident
Sadly, Tonya’s Cafe in Chapel Hill has experienced a significant kitchen fire. Although no injuries occurred, they will be closed for some time. A GoFundMe has been set up to assist. Help them here.
Venable Bistro Renovations
Venable Bistro at Carr Mill Mall has reopened after extensive renovations. Stop by this weekend to enjoy the revitalized space. Visit them here.
Closings
Ruckus Pizza & Pasta in Morrisville is closing its location in Park West Village this Sunday, though they maintain four other locations. Visit Ruckus here.
Leo’s Italian Social in Morrisville has closed, but their location in North Hills remains open. Visit them here.
Food Trucks
Join Two Roosters for an Ice Cream Truck Rodeo on Sept. 25 from 5-9 p.m. at Greystone Baptist Church. Details here.
The Durham Central Park Food Truck Rodeo happens this Sunday from Noon to 4 p.m. on Sept. 27. Enjoy food from over 30 trucks! Get details here.
Locate Your Food Truck
Find your favorite food truck with Street Food Finder.
Events
NC Oktoberfest—Prost Y’all on Sept. 26 will celebrate North Carolina craft beer and local food on Fayetteville Street. Admission is free! Get details here.
The Carolina Culture Food Fest is happening on Sept. 27 at Moore Square, featuring food vendors and a live cooking competition. Get details here.
Chef Sera Cuni will host two dinners, including a Pay-What-You-Can Community Feast on Sept. 27 and a Yellowstone Dinner on Oct. 29. Tickets here.
Celebrate National Cinnamon Bun Day on Oct. 4 at Morning Rolls in Raleigh. Visit here.
Flour & Barrel is hosting an Oct. 8 anniversary party for $90. Expect food, drinks, and entertainment! Reserve your spot.
Chefs for Change Gala
Tickets for the 2026 Chefs for Change Annual Gala & Auction are on sale now for the event on Nov. 5. Get your tickets here.
Rawleigh Oyster Fest
The Rawleigh Oyster Fest is set for Nov. 7. This year’s theme is “Smoke & Shuck.” Tickets are limited. Get details here.
Food Bank Corner
The Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina launches the Plate It Forward campaign this September during Hunger Action Month. Dine at local restaurants to support the cause. Find participating restaurants here.
