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LUGANO RISTORANTE
1060 DARRINGTON DRIVE, CARY | 919.468.7229 | LUGANOCARY.COM
From bruschetta at brunch to capellini di mare for dinner, we use the finest local meats, seafoods and produce in each recipe. Whether you’re planning a relaxing lunch, a date night out or a family dinner at home, Lugano Ristorante has something for everyone available for dine in, carry out or curbside pickup.
MELLOW MUSHROOM
4300 NW CARY PARKWAY, CARY | 919.463.7779 | MELLOWMUSHROOM.COM
Come Mellow out with great food and Mellow vibes! We are here to provide a quality experience based on great customer service and amazing food. Whether you come by just to say hi and have a drink, bring the family for a chill Mellow experience, or want to come celebrate with a big group, we are here to serve you. Stay Mellow!
BOND BROTHERS BEER CO.
202 E. CEDAR STREET, CARY | 919.459.2670 | BONDBROTHERSBEER.COM
Bond Brothers Beer Co. has become a staple within the Downtown Cary scene. They offer a unique variety of beers on draft, plus specialty bottles, available for on-site consumption or to-go. Specialty bottles range in style from Brett IPAs to Blended Barrel Aged Sours, Fruited Sours, and Bourbon Barrel Aged Stouts. There’s always something for everyone at Bond Brothers.
ANDIA’S ICE CREAM
10120 GREEN LEVEL CHURCH ROAD, #208, CARY 1008 RYAN ROAD, CARY | ANDIASICECREAM.COM
Andia’s is a local, family-run ice cream business with two locations in Cary. Whether you want a simple scoop of super-premium ice cream or a decadent monster shake topped with more than you could imagine, we have something for you. We offer vegan and gluten- and nut-free selections. Come taste for yourself. We Scoop With Love™ every Tuesday–Sunday!
ko•än -
2800 RENAISSANCE PARK PLACE, CARY | 919.677.9229 | KOANCARY.COM
ko•än seeks to bring stories, food, and people together in an elegant yet lively atmosphere. With a focus on humble, shareable food for thought, it strives to emphasize seasonality and locally sourced ingredients. ko•än’s menu is focused on food that pays respect to the unsung heroes of Southeast Asian cuisine, while telling a story about the cultures that influence our dishes.
CLEAN JUICE PARK WEST Organic! Did you know the average person consumes over nine pounds of pesticides a year by eating 3035 VILLAGE MARKET PLACE, nonorganic produce? Yikes! Don’t miss out on our variety MORRISVILLE of wraps and sandwiches, acai bowls, smoothies, and 919.468.8286 | CLEANJUICE.COM fresh juices! Everything we make is certified organic, so your body and taste buds will enjoy.
CATERING WORKS
2110 BLUE RIDGE ROAD, RALEIGH 919.828.5932 CATERINGWORKS.COM/NCMA
For over three decades, Catering Works has created award-winning and delicious food and beverage. We produce show-stopping special events and weddings that continue to surprise and delight. Enjoy our artistic and sumptuous fare, now available at the North Carolina Museum of Art Cafés.
SCRATCH KITCHEN AND TAPROOM With dishes made from scratch, careful attention to details, and a focus on Southern hospitality, 160 E. CEDAR STREET IN DOWNTOWN CARY Scratch Kitchen and Taproom welcomes you to 225 N. SALEM STREET IN DOWNTOWN APEX enjoy a great meal with your friends and family. 919.372.5370 Our Downtown Cary location is now open for SCRATCHKITCHENANDTAPROOM.COM lunch and dinner seven days a week!
DI FARA PIZZA TAVERN Established in 1965 in Brooklyn, Di Fara is proud to serve our family pizza recipe in Downtown Cary! We 111 E. CHATHAM STREET, CARY use the best ingredients, including New York water in 919.678.5300 our dough. Watch the game at the bar, catch live music DIFARAPIZZATAVERN.COM on the patio, or reserve a private igloo during the winter! Winner of the 2022 Best Pizza Maggy Award!
ASHWORTH DRUGS SODA FOUNTAIN
Voted Best Hotdogs in the Triangle, we have served Jesse Jones classic red dogs for more than 65 years. Nowadays, we serve all-beef and all-veggie dogs, too. Standard toppings include: mustard, chili, onions and slaw. Or spice it up with ketchup, cheese, relish, sauerkraut or jalapeno peppers. Yum!
HANK’S DOWNTOWN DIVE Hank’s Downtown Dive is your neighborhood spot for great food, 111 E. CHATHAM STREET, SUITE A drinks, and good times! 984.464.2524 Come see us soon. HANKSDOWNTOWNDIVE.COM
RUCKUS PIZZA, PASTA & SPIRITS Come taste why Ruckus is Cary Magazine’s most award-winning restaurant — with our PARK WEST VILLAGE, MORRISVILLE 919.388.3500 authentic NY-style pizza, 16 great sushi rolls, TRYON VILLAGE, CARY 919.851.3999 award-winning appetizers, plus recognized COSTCO PLAZA, APEX 919.446.6333 for Best Neighborhood Bar and the Best Patios in Wake County, we have options for the whole family.
