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🌃 Downtown

🌃 Downtown

Downtown Raleigh centers on Fayetteville Street and the Warehouse District, featuring a dense mix of offices, restaurants, and bars. Expect a tight urban grid with walkable streets linking museums, theaters, and breweries.

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🍽 Downtown Dining Spots

Explore artisanal pizzas and craft brews near Glenwood South, or grab Southern comfort dishes around Fayetteville Street.

Gringo A Go Go
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Gringo A Go Go

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Sullivan's Steakhouse
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Sullivan's Steakhouse

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K38 Baja Grill
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K38 Baja Grill

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DICED Salads, Wraps & Bowls - Downtown
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DICED Salads, Wraps & Bowls - Downtown

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Brewery Bhavana - Downtown
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Brewery Bhavana - Downtown

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Shish Kabob
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Shish Kabob

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Transfer Co. Food Hall
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Transfer Co. Food Hall

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Wonderland Kitchen & Cocktails
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Wonderland Kitchen & Cocktails

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Mustang House
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Mustang House

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Crawford and Son
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Crawford and Son

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Whiskey Kitchen
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Whiskey Kitchen

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Madre
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Madre

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Rye Bar and Southern Kitchen
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Rye Bar and Southern Kitchen

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Element Gastropub
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Element Gastropub

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La Santa Modern Mexican Food
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La Santa Modern Mexican Food

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Parkside Restaurant
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Parkside Restaurant

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The Pit Authentic Barbecue
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The Pit Authentic Barbecue

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Bida Manda
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Bida Manda

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My Way Tavern
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My Way Tavern

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Mecca Restaurant
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Mecca Restaurant

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O-Ku
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O-Ku

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Manhattan Cafe
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Manhattan Cafe

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Flavor Hills
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Flavor Hills

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Side Street Restaurant
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Side Street Restaurant

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The Daily Planet Cafe
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The Daily Planet Cafe

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The Big Easy NC
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The Big Easy NC

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Trophy Brewing & Pizza
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Trophy Brewing & Pizza

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Vic's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria
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Vic's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria

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Berkeley Cafe
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Berkeley Cafe

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The Raleigh Times
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The Raleigh Times

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SmokeStacks Cafe
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SmokeStacks Cafe

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Poole's
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Poole's

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Barcelona Wine Bar
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Barcelona Wine Bar

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Overlook
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Overlook

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Iyla's Southern Kitchen
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Iyla's Southern Kitchen

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CowBar
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CowBar

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Sam Jones BBQ
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Sam Jones BBQ

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Benny Capitale's
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Benny Capitale's

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Libations 317 & Su-Z's Asian Kitchen
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Libations 317 & Su-Z's Asian Kitchen

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Standard Beer + Food
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Standard Beer + Food

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Burger Village
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Burger Village

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Hibernian Irish Pub & Restaurant
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Hibernian Irish Pub & Restaurant

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Bittersweet
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Bittersweet

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Flour and Barrel
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Flour and Barrel

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Char Grill
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Char Grill

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Centro
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Centro

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🎵 Downtown After Dark

Catch live music venues, cocktail bars, and rooftop lounges especially active along Martin Street and Hargett Street.

Burial Beer Co. Raleigh Taproom
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Burial Beer Co. Raleigh Taproom

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Clockwork
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Clockwork

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The Green Light
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The Green Light

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The London Bridge Pub
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The London Bridge Pub

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The Haymaker

The Haymaker

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Creative cocktails feature strongly in this downtown Raleigh bar with offbeat vintage decor and a snug atmosphere.
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Urban Oak Rooftop Bar & Lounge

Urban Oak Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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Raleigh's rooftop lounge specializes in crafted cocktails, small plates, and live music with stunning city views and heated patios.
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The Stockroom at 230

The Stockroom at 230

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Spacious downtown Raleigh wedding venue featuring exposed brick, natural light, and a Glass Box bridal suite with rooftop access.
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State of Beer

State of Beer

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Extensive craft beer shop with great sandwiches and a lively patio. Friendly bartenders and a diverse drink selection in Raleigh.
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Ugly Monkey Party Bar

Ugly Monkey Party Bar

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Divey bar with DJs, rum buckets, karaoke, lively games, and a large pool table in downtown Raleigh’s energetic nightlife spot.
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HALCYON Bar + Lounge

HALCYON Bar + Lounge

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Music & Performance Venues
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Hip Hop and R&B prioritize the music at this Raleigh bar and lounge offering great drinks, fast service, and live performances nightly.
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Allen Iverson Mural

Allen Iverson Mural

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A striking art piece honoring basketball legend Allen Iverson in Raleigh’s Warehouse District, celebrated for its detailed and vibrant mural work.
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Bad Daddy's Burger Bar

Bad Daddy's Burger Bar

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Buzzy burger joint in Raleigh known for gourmet-topped massive burgers, hand-cut fries, and a solid beer and cocktail menu.
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Junious N. Sorrell Park

Junious N. Sorrell Park

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Parks & Outdoor Spaces
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A well-maintained, fenced playground park offering creative play structures and a friendly atmosphere perfect for children and dog walking in Raleigh.
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Bridge Club

Bridge Club

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Spacious downtown Raleigh event venue with elegant architecture, great natural light, versatile layout, and exceptional catering service.
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Welcome to Raleigh Mural

Welcome to Raleigh Mural

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A vibrant historical landmark mural in Raleigh offering a meaningful snapshot of local culture and shared memories.
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Chavis Community Center

Chavis Community Center

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Large community center within John Chavis Memorial Park featuring indoor/outdoor spaces, indoor track, splash pad, carousel, and versatile layouts for events.
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