Raleigh has some of the best restaurants in the country, so it’s hard to narrow down the favorites, even if we’re zeroing in on only Downtown Raleigh. 

While Raleigh Realty is focused on helping people find great homes for sale in Raleigh we love to write about things that interest people who may want to learn more about our great city.

So which Downtown Raleigh restaurants should you try next? This article is going to give the folks who are visiting Raleigh (and locals alike) the opportunity to try some of the best food in Raleigh.

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Ashley Christensen Restaurants

• Poole’s
• Poole’side Pies
• Beasley’s Chicken + Honey
• Death & Taxes

Asian Cuisine

• Brewery Bhavana
• Bida Manda
• City Market

The fun doesn't stop once the sun goes down in Raleigh. With so many places in each neighborhood to choose from, it’s hard deciding where to start your night off. 

To take the guesswork out of your next night out, we put together a guide to the 34 best bars in Raleigh. Our team of Raleigh locals has put our heads together to share our top recommendations, so it’s easy to take your next date night or outing with friends to the next level.

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Breweries

• Lynnwood Brewing Concern
• Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard
• Crank Arm Brewing
• The Raleigh Beer Garden
• Brewery Bhavana
• Trophy Brewing & Taproom
• Raleigh Brewing Co.
• Clouds Brewing

Cocktail Bars

• The Architect Bar & Social House
• Watts &

If you're searching for things to do in Raleigh, North Carolina, we have you covered. In fact, whether you’re planning a staycation or looking to have a night out, we have recommendations you’re sure to love. 

Please allow us to welcome you to one of the world's best cities. If you're moving to Raleigh, then there's a good chance you've already discovered the magic of the City of Oaks.

Without further ado, here are our 35 favorite things to do in Raleigh, NC:

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Music/Entertainment

• First Friday
• North Carolina Symphony
• Theatre in the Park
• Cinebistro
• Lincoln Theatre

Art/Museums

• North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
• North Carolina Museum of History
• Marbles Kids Museum
• North

Best Coffee Shops in Raleigh

What are the best coffee shops in Raleigh, North Carolina? We have you covered with the guide to the best cup of joe!

As a local real estate company that specializes in helping people buy and sell homes in Raleigh, we love bringing you all the great local content we can from brunch and restaurants to breweries to Raleigh's best coffee shops!

Although our Realtors and Real Estate Website are focused on assisting homebuyers with their move to Raleigh, we like to keep you informed on all of the good things Raleigh has to offer! If you are moving to Raleigh, reach out to one of our Raleigh Real Estate Agents and let us know how we can help with your move to the triangle!  

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17 Best Restaurants in Raleigh, NC

WARNING: Your taste buds may never be the same after you try these Restaurants in Raleigh, NC!

If your mouth isn't watering yet, just wait until you see the pictures and read about each restaurant in Raleigh!

While our website is focused on real estate, and helping people find homes for sale - we love to provide value and local guides. It was a difficult task, eating at so many great local Raleigh area restaurants, but somebody had to do it!

The recipe (pun intended), for making our best Restaurants in Raleigh list, involves a commitment to high-quality ingredients, customer experience, and bonus points to those restaurants who aren't afraid to stray from the status quo. A lot of these also appear on our list

Living in Holly Springs, NC

Find out why so many folks are moving to Holly Springs, NC

Holly Springs, North Carolina is one of the best places to live in the country so it's no wonder so many folks are trying to move here. Whether you're ready to dive right into this article or would prefer to contact us to talk to one of our Realtors first hand we are here to help you!

With a population of just over 30,000 Holly Springs has been growing around 5-6% annually. Holly Springs is located in Wake County and is a suburb of Raleigh, around 20-minutes from the State's Capital. Everything is seemingly new in Holly Springs from the semiprofessional ballpark to Holly Springs Town Center for shopping and dining. The weather in Holly Springs includes mild

How to Workout without Leaving Home

With the current state of the world, homes are now being built with extra rooms and space so that people can work from home as well as a workout at home. From "peloton rooms" to garage gyms the covid-19 pandemic has created a dramatic need for people to be able to exercise within the convenience of their home. This is one homebuying trend that seems to coincide with the working from home trend that is creating a lot of home offices. 

With many of us spending more time working from home than ever before, exercise is more important than ever. Although gyms have mostly opened around the U.S. in light of COVID-19, many individuals may not feel comfortable working out in a mask or want to avoid paying for a gym

Living in Morrisville, NC

Find out why so many people are moving to Morrisville, NC!

Moving to Morrisville, NC is a popular decision for folks who are relocating to the Raleigh area thanks to the town's proximity to the major attractions including Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), the Research Triangle Park (RTP), and Lenovo's headquarters. Morrisville is a tech town and is ranked as a top place to live in North Carolina! Living in Morrisville, NC gives most folks a ton of great neighborhoods to choose from, easy commutes to work thanks to its central location and access to great schools  The town of Morrisville is the northern neighbor to Cary, Apex, and Holly Springs, as well as the western neighbor to Raleigh and east of Durham and

Best Beaches Near Raleigh, NC

With so many popular beaches near Raleigh, NC you'll never run out of great places to spend some time in the water and sun. The map above is a great way to determine just how far the beach is from Raleigh, NC. We will go through each beach and discuss how far it is as well as what to expect when visiting!

Check out the 10 best beaches in North Carolina!

While our website is mainly focused on helping people find great homes in Raleigh we love to write about local information that helps answer questions for folks who may be potentially moving here.

Without further ado here are some of the best beaches in Raleigh, NC.

Outer Banks Beaches

How Far: 219 miles from Raleigh estimated 3 hours 30 minutes drive

If you are living in Raleigh, North Carolina with a dog than there is a good chance you're searching for a dog park for your pet to play with others! For those moving to Raleigh, NC with four legged friends, we have a great resource for you.

While our website is focused on providing top-notch real estate information, and helping people who are searching homes for sale in Raleigh, we also like to discuss life locally. Below you will find information on dog parks in Raleigh, NC, along with links to our community pages where you can check out available houses for sale.

So without further ado, here are some of the top dog parks in Raleigh!

Oakwood Dog Park Raleigh, NC

Address: Monroe Road Raleigh, NC

I am partial to the Oakwood neighborhood dog