WHERE TO EAT and drink IN APEX

The Best Bars and Restaurants in Raleigh, NC

Great food and drinks is part of what makes Raleigh such a great place to live. Browse our hand-picked bar and restaurant guide and get a true taste of the community.

Lynnwood Brewing Concern

Nightlife
Address:
1053 E Whitaker Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC 27604
Description:
Raleigh's neighborhood biergarten-style brewery with craft beers, live music, food trucks, and a sprawling dog-friendly patio.
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Raleigh Beer Garden

Nightlife
Address:
614 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27603
Description:
Glenwood South's iconic multi-level beer garden with 370+ taps, craft cocktails, rooftop views, and regular live entertainment.
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Clouds Brewing

Nightlife
Address:
137 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27601
Description:
Downtown Raleigh rooftop brewery and restaurant with inventive craft beers, creative pub fare, and sweeping city views.
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Lilly's Pizza

Restaurants
Address:
1813 Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC 27608
Description:
Raleigh's legendary neighborhood pizzeria in Five Points, beloved for creative gourmet pies and an unbeatable local atmosphere.
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Trophy Brewing & Pizza

Restaurants
Address:
827 W Morgan St, Raleigh, NC 27603
Description:
Raleigh craft brewery and pizzeria beloved for creative beers and wood-fired pies in Boylan Heights.
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Poole's Diner

Restaurants
Address:
426 S McDowell St, Raleigh, NC 27601
Description:
Raleigh's beloved downtown dining landmark—known for seasonal comfort food and the iconic mac-au-gratin.
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Gonza Tacos y Tequila

Restaurants
Address:
1205 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC 27603
Description:
Lively Raleigh Mexican cantina celebrated for creative tacos, fresh guacamole, and one of the best tequila selections in the Triangle.
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Raleigh Brewing Company

Nightlife
Address:
3709 Neil St, Raleigh, NC 27607
Description:
Award-winning Raleigh craft brewery known for Hell Yes Ma'am blonde ale, great pub food, and a vibrant taproom.
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Bida Manda

Restaurants
Address:
222 S Blount St, Raleigh, NC 27601
Description:
James Beard-nominated Laotian restaurant in downtown Raleigh with a stunning garden patio and an extensive craft cocktail program.
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