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Crabtree Valley Mall changes and a new Capital Blvd store. Here's what to know
Two Raleigh retail stories are moving this fall. Crabtree Valley Mall is bringing back its merchandising carts after a year away, while a national flooring chain is opening its first store in the city. Here are key takeaways: Retail merchandising carts are back in the hallways at Crabtree Valley Mall after owner Macerich removed them in September 2025 as part of a $60 million modernization. The mall has also added a DICK’S House of Sport in the former Sears space, a wine and cocktail bar called Arthur’s inside Belk and a new BoxLunch location. Atlanta-based Floor & Decor is opening its first Raleigh warehouse store at 3131 Capital Blvd., with a grand opening set for Thursday, Nov. 5. The specialty hard-surface flooring retailer, which operates more than 280 stores nationwide, quietly opened to customers on Oct. 15 and will mark the official launch with a ribbon cutting and a chance to win a 2026 Chevrolet Colorado. The summary points above were compiled with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists. The source reporting referenced above was written and edited entirely by journalists. Ask the North Carolina Service Journalism Team Questions about life in North Carolina? Or have a
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This North Carolina Sandwich Shop Just Earned Michelin Recognition For Its Homemade Bread And Big City Sandwiches
The bread here has a job description. It is made specifically for sandwiches, and the owners are stubborn enough to say so out loud. Honestly, I respect that. Even the sesame seeds get toasted before they ever meet the dough, which tells me this North Carolina sandwich counter is thinking several steps ahead of lunch.
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Bar to bring elevated South Indian dining experience to Cary
CARY - Bar O Bar, a new contemporary Indian restaurant rooted in the culinary traditions of South India, will open in December in Cary. Built around the idea of being "Perfectly Indian," Bar O Bar celebrates the depth and diversity of Indian cuisine, with a particular emphasis on South Indian flavors and traditions. The restaurant's name draws from "barobar," meaning "perfect" in several Indian languages, reflecting a philosophy of balance that extends across its food, cocktails, design and hospitality.
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The Pork Chops Taste Just Like Home At This Durham Soul Food Spot, And North Carolina Locals Rave About The Crispy Fried Chicken Too
Some meals remind you of a family reunion before you even finish the plate. In south Durham, a small counter-service kitchen has built a loyal following by cooking food the way grandmothers and aunties did on Sunday afternoons. The pork chops get the most attention, and the fried chicken earns...
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10 North Carolina Gluten-Free Bakeries Serving Treats Worth Driving Miles For
A former tennis pro now spends mornings making gluten-free bagels in North Carolina. I love that plot twist. Trading a racket for a rolling pin takes serious nerve. The surprises keep coming across the state. One Italian bakery sells gluten-free almond mousse cakes and chocolate hazelnut tarts beside its classic pastries. Another shop stocks take-and-bake cinnamon buns in a freezer case, so the treat can ride home with you.
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Bone-In Ribeyes Meet Live Music And Craft Cocktails At This Classic Steakhouse In Downtown Raleigh, North Carolina
Some dinners are just meals, and some turn into the story you tell for years. In downtown Raleigh, one steakhouse has built its name on the second kind of night. A jazz set plays in the room, a thick bone-in ribeye heads to the table, and somebody nearby is quietly celebrating an anniversary. The place keeps a classic, dressed-up feel, yet it rarely acts stuffy or pretentious.
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Downtown Raleigh and Cary to see new food spots coming soon
Two new restaurant moves are stirring up the Triangle dining scene. A national burger chain is making plans for Fayetteville Street, while a contemporary Indian concept prepares to open in Cary. Here are key takeaways: Five Guys Burgers & Fries has filed sketch plans to customize 442 Fayetteville St. in downtown Raleigh’s City Plaza , with interior renovations and added rear space for a walk-in cooler. The plan review is scheduled for Nov. 4, and the building is owned by Highwoods Properties Inc. Sama Hospitality is opening Bar O Bar , a contemporary Indian restaurant at 2301 Corley Road in Cary , in December. Led by Michelin-trained Chef Vikash Vumudi, the menu leans into South Indian flavors like tamarind, black pepper and fresh coconut, with dishes such as Donne biryani and Ghee & Gunpowder. The summary points above were compiled with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists. The source reporting referenced above was written and edited entirely by journalists.
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John Michenfleder Wins the Old North Fall Final Joran Lake, NC Oct 31, 2026 28.70 lbs $2,360.00!
The 2027 Old North Spring schedule is posted! Come join us for another great Spring Trail! Tap on the link to view the schedule!. John Michenfleder weighed in 5 bass at 28.70 lbs taking 1st place and $2,360.00!. Drew Mathews & Landon Dorman 2nd with 21.66 lbs! $1,000.00!. Thomas Sheffer...
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Cary Spotlight (Travel + Discover Edition): Issue #1105
• 😋🍴 Discover Cary (Eat & Drink): RBF, Your Authentic Champagne Bar. • 💡 Business Spotlight: From English Struggles to Everyday Confidence. • 🎁 Adventure starts close to home: Thank You For Your Gift. • 📅 Events: Planning your week in Cary?. 👉 Browse the...
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Dig Into A Pastrami Sandwich At This Raleigh, North Carolina Deli Where One Diner Joked The Sandwiches Need A Building Permit
Some sandwiches are lunch, and some are a construction project. In Raleigh, there is a deli where the pastrami is stacked so high that one hungry diner wondered out loud if the thing needed a building permit. The joke stuck because it is not far from the truth. This shop...
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An Inside Look at Ajja, Raleigh's Newest MICHELIN Guide Restaurant
Led by multi-talented chef Cheetie Kumar, Ajja opened in 2023 to great fanfare. In 2026 it became Raleigh's newest—and perhaps unlikeliest—MICHELIN Guide restaurant. Walking into Ajja feels like showing up at your friend’s backyard party. Embedded in a largely residential part of Raleigh’s Five Points neighborhood, guests walk alongside the restaurant’s single-story building to reach Ajja’s host stand.
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Locals Keep Coming Back For Potato-And-Cheese Pierogi At This Polish-German Restaurant In Raleigh, North Carolina
Some dinner plans start with a craving that simply will not quit. In Raleigh, that craving often has a name, and it comes stuffed with potato and cheese. A small Polish-German kitchen in the city has spent years turning first-timers into regulars, and the humble pierogi is a big reason why. Some fans talk about it as the best they have ever had, which is a bold claim for a dumpling.