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5 On Your Side's Keely Arthur shows you how local restaurants faired in this week's Restaurant Ratings.


5 On Your Side's Restaurant Ratings: Torero's Restaurant, Mezeh Grill, San Felipe Mexican Restaurant

Foodie News: Pet-friendly dining in North Hills and a new Raleigh restaurant

Dog at restaurant

Lobera (sponsored)

Giorgios Epicurean Market (sponsored)

Giorgios Epicurean Market 

Pop-up bars bring holiday cheer in the Triangle 

Tinsel Tavern

Hoping to avoid hours of cooking and piles of dishes on Thanksgiving Day? Check out this list of restaurants that will be open on Thursday, November 28! 



List of Triangle restaurants open Thanksgiving Day 2024 🦃

Photo Courtesy Metro Diner

Tar Heel Traveler: Rose's

5 On Your Side Restaurant Ratings: IHOP, Nak Won Korean Restaurant and Ban Sen Noodle Bar

5 On Your Side Restaurant Ratings: IHOP, 

Foodie News: BBQ lovers rejoice + a new outlook in North Hills

Big Mike's BBQ at View Bar

Foodie News: LaFarm Bakery expands, new Italian restaurants and brunch spot

Waffles for breakfast

So for the first time since 1932, Hunnicutt's is in a new location, inside a small tent, and yet business has been great--and Memaw's biscuits as popular as ever. And by chance, the tent is right near a towering tree.  

Tar Heel Traveler: Hunnicutt's new location at the State Fair

Triangle Food Guy Sean Lennard has the latest on new restaurants opening in the Triangle.


Foodie News: Tacos and tequila restaurant opening in Raleigh

Open sign broad hanging on wood door front of cafe.

A husband and wife own a popular ice cream shop in Cary, but they offer more than ice cream. Cookie dough, too--a mixed dessert. They overcame many obstacles before at last achieving sweet success. 

Tar Heel Traveler: Mixed Desserts

Before the NC State Fair kicks off, a dedicated team of 40 inspectors ensures the safety and quality of offerings from 158 food vendors.


Inspectors check 158 food vendors before start of NC State Fair

Fair food checked for safety before you indulge

This year, fairgoers can explore an expansive menu of 72 new items, including fried favorites, global flavors, and creative twists on classics, making for a flavorful and memorable experience.

Best new N.C. State Fair food: Our picks for the best savory and sweet options

New fair food - Korean BBQ Kimchi Nachos

72 new food items: 2024 North Carolina State Fair has something for every taste 

NC State Fair has 72 new food items  

This week's foodie news brings exciting updates from Wake County with new Benchwarmers Bagels and Sir Walter Coffee locations.

Foodie News: Benchwarmers Bagels opens new Raleigh location

Benchwarmers Bagels

The iconic Char-Grill on Hillsborough Street, a staple in Raleigh for over five decades, is up for sale as developers withdraw plans for a 20-story mixed-use building.


First Char-Grill is up for sale again

Generic photo of Char-Grill located on Hillsborough Street in downtown Raleigh. 

Get ready for a culinary whirlwind in the Triangle with exciting new openings and expansions! Triangle Food Guy Sean Lennard has the latest.


Foodie News: Big ice cream, pizza and cookie news

Breweries across North Carolina are working together to help support those devastated by Hurricane Helene in western North Carolina. 

NC craft brewers help with Hurricane Helene relief

Rocky Mount Mills water

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5 On Your Side's Keely Arthur shows us where in this week's restaurant ratings. 

5 On Your Side restaurant ratings Saigon Bistro, IHOP, and StarBar

5 On Your Side restaurant ratings: China Wok Buffet and Panda King 

Restaurant Ratings

5 On Your Side's Keely Arthur has this week's Restaurant Ratings.

5 On Your Side Restaurant Ratings: Menkoi Ramen House and Great Wall

Restaurant Ratings; Hibachi China Buffet and K&W Carolina Cafe and 

5 on Your Side Restaurant Ratings: Chick-Fil-a, Sobol and Jersey Mike's Subs

5 On Your Side restaurants ratings: Don Ramon's Taco Shop and La Isla Del Mar  

5 On Your Side restaurant ratings: Lechon, Sizzlin Stir Fry and Wangs Garden

Tar Heel Traveler: Sunny Side Oyster Bar

Restaurant news

Visitors spending big at Wake County hotels, restaurants, tourism report shows

Foodie News: Little Rey closer to opening at Raleigh Iron Works

The first combined IHOP-Applebee's restaurant in the US will soon open in Texas

Cool bites for hot nights: Refreshing summer dining menu inspirations

Recipes

Cheap and cozy one-pot soups because the holidays wore us out

6 mocktails to try this holiday season

Embark on a culinary adventure: Recreating North Carolina's favorite dishes in your kitchen

The first Walmart Black Friday sales event is LIVE NOW through Nov. 17 with great buys including the HP 15.6 inch Windows Laptop for $229 (reg. $549), Levi's jeans for $15, Keurig K-Express coffee maker for $29.88, Gourmia 8-Quart Digital Window Air Fryer for $35, Hasbro games for $5, HART 6 Gallon 5 Peak HP Stainless Steel Wet/Dry Vacuum for $39, Paw Patrol 3 Wheel Scooter and Helmet Set for $20, Roku Premiere 4K/HDR Streaming Media Player for $18 and much more! Read on for all the long list of deals!

First Walmart Black Friday Deals event is LIVE NOW through Nov. 17: See the impressive list of top deals!

Walmart Store Front, Longmont, CO

Amazon has rolled out some super early Black Friday deals including the Melissa & Doug 100 Pc Wooden Building Blocks Set for $10 (64% off), LEGO Friends Advent Calendar 2024 only $21.19, Wireless Earbuds w/charging case for $13.49 (reg. $29.99) w/coupon, Fire TV Sticks starting at $17.99 (up to 56% off), Levi's jeans up to 73% off, Hasbro games 50% off, Disney Princess Fashion Dolls only $6.15 (44% off), Fire 7 Kids tablets up to 55% off starting at $54.99, Fleece Throw Blanket for only $8.49, Fruit of the Loom Men's Full Zip Hoodie for $9.99, Hanes Men's Total Support Pouch Boxer Briefs for $9.98 (47% off), Apple Devices 3 in 1 Charging Station for $13.99 w/coupon and more! Read on for the list of top offers!  

Amazon Early Black Friday Deals: Melissa & Doug 100 Pc Wooden Building Blocks Set only $10 (64% off), LEGO Friends 2024 Advent Calendar only $21.19, Fire TV Stick 4K only $21.99 (56% off), Wireless Earbuds only $13.49 (reg. $29.99) w/coupon

Amazon boxes

The Macy's Black Friday Early Access Sale is on including boots for adults and kids for $19.99, 3 piece comforter sets, select, IN ALL SIZES for only $19.99, 8 piece comforter sets, select, IN ALL SIZES for only $29.99, sheets sets starting at $6.99, pearl earrings for $5.99 (reg. $32.50), kids puffer jackets for $19.99, jewelry and bras up to 80% off, Up to 75% off beauty gift sets, 50-70% off men's suits, blazers and dress pants, daily deals, and more!

Macy's Black Friday Early Access is LIVE: Boots for adults & kids only $19.99, Comforter sets IN ALL SIZES only $19.99, Pearl earrings for $5.99 (reg. $32.50), Up to 75% off beauty gift sets & jewelry

Macy's Store Front, Raleigh, NC

Target has some great buys on holiday decor this week including 50% off select Christmas trees, lights and decor!

50% off Christmas trees, lights and decor at Target

Christmas Trees at Target (photo F. Prosser)

The top sales on frozen turkeys have kicked off this week at many Triangle area grocery stores for as low as $0.19/lb, with an additional purchase! 

List of top turkey sales for your Thanksgiving dinner as low as $0.19/lb

Turkeys in store

Smartshopper

The 80th Raleigh Christmas Parade is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 23. The fun begins at 9:30 a.m. and you can watch one of the Triangle's most cherished holiday traditions on WRAL.

The 2024 Raleigh Christmas Parade: What to know

Raleigh Christmas Parade

Celebrate the best local businesses in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and across the Triangle in the 2024 WRAL Voters' Choice Awards ballot.