Raleigh, Durham & Chapel Hill Restaurants

Editor's Pick

An old favorite with a few nice upgrades

Team photos dating back to the days of leather football helmets hang so close together on the walls of the Players' Retreat that you can barely see the age-darkened wood paneling behind them. Hundreds of beer cans, some of them brands that haven't been brewed in decades, stand in neat rows on high, narrow shelves. — Greg Cox

The Players' Retreat

Greg Cox

Greg Cox is the restaurant critic for The News & Observer. Read Greg's Columns on newsobserver.com.

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Featured Restaurants

Woody's at City Market

205 Wolfe St., Raleigh, NC, 27601

Did you know Woody’s has been in Business in the Triangle for over 15 years? Woody’s @ City Market is locally owned and operated by 2 local triangle guys who’s only job is to operate Woody’s. Over the years Woody’s has made its mark with our Quality of Products ... more

Cleveland Draft House

6101 Nc Hwy 42 W, Garner, NC, 27529

Drop into Cleveland Draft House for good times and great food. The restaurant isa neighborhood favorite, and offers a casual, friendly dining atmospherethat you and your friends are sure to enjoy. Cleveland Draft House also featuresa friendly, professional staff ... more

North Ridge Pub

6196-116 Falls Of Neuse, Raleigh, NC, 27609

When you're in the mood for good times and great cuisine, be sure to checkout North Ridge Pub. The restaurant is located in one of the area's mostpleasant settings and is known for its delightful staff and superb cuisine.The menu at North Ridge Pub features a ... more

Fins

110 E. Davie St., Raleigh, NC, 27601

News & Observer restaurant critic Greg Cox says: After relocating from North Raleigh to roomier, snazzier digs downtown, Fins is better than ever. Owner/chef William D’Auvray’s Pacific Rim fusion menu leans heavily to seafood and evolves with the daily catch, with ... more