Cj's Nest
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Deluxe Family Room
1 × Single bed / 4 × Double bed139 ㎡up to 9
The well-fitted kitchen features a refrigerator, a dishwasher, kitchenware and an oven. The spacious air-conditioned family room provides a TV with cable channels, a washing machine, a tea and coffee maker and a wardrobe. The unit offers 5 beds.
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Facilities · 14
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Offsite parking discounted rates availableAir conditioningParkingGuest rooms disinfected between staysCleaning standards that are effective against CoronavirusFire extinguishersFirst aid kit availableContactless check-in/check-outSmoke alarmsInternet accessOffsite parking discounted rates availableSelf parking (surcharge)Free wired internetNon-smoking throughout
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Sam Jones BBQ
Barbecue · Bib
$
It's all in the family at Sam Jones BBQ, where three generations of the same family have been perfecting their 'cue. This spot in downtown Raleigh (and another in Winterville) specializes in cooking Eastern North Carolina-style barbecue pork. They've been doing it their way, slow cooking the whole pig over burning embers, then chopping it all up and serving it with a vinegar-based sauce to cut through the richness of the meat, for years. Order a meat combo, which comes with sides and a sweet potato muffin or corn bread, and chase it with one of their beers on tap, brewed by the family in Winte
78.3km
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Mala Pata
Mexican · Bib
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Mala Pata brings a taste of Mexico to Gateway Plaza. This upbeat spot has a lively vibe that spills over to the cocktail bar next door. Plan to start or end your evening with a mezcal mule or pisco sour.As for the food, Mala Pata takes ingredients quite seriously, importing corn from Oaxaca and grinding it in house to make their own tortillas, tostadas and chips. Sip a cocktail and order one of the botanas (snacks) like guacamole or Colombian bunuelos. Of course, tacos are a must and include fish and meat varieties. Whole market fish and beef to share are also available.
82.9km
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Prime Barbecue
Barbecue · Bib
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Pitmaster Christopher Prieto relocated from his native Texas to North Carolina, setting up Prime Barbecue just outside Raleigh in Knightdale. You'll need to arrive early, be prepared to wait and know that once they've run out of food, they'll close for the day. Expect all of the classics, including brisket and ribs plus pulled pork, all sold by their weight or ordered as a "meat and 2" with two scrumptious side dishes. Keep an eye out for their daily specials, especially on Saturday when they serve their chopped whole hog lechon. You won't be hungry, but a slice of pie or a banana pudding neve
91.0km
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The Fearrington House Restaurant
Modern Cuisine
$$$$
If you're looking for an escape, few places match this charming country setting just outside of Pittsboro. Fearrington Village, a former dairy farm, has been transformed into a darling village, and at the center of it all is the Fearrington House Restaurant. Inside, the two-story house is an elegant setting that speaks to special occasions with linen-clad tables and intimate spaces. The seasonally changing menu features produce grown here and nearby and showcases a range of cooking styles from creative to classic. The chef's tasting allows for exploration, but don't miss the signature, indulge
63.5km
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Dampf Good BBQ
Barbecue
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Head to the countryside of Cary to find Dampf Good Barbecue, where brothers Nick and Bryce Dampf run the show from their trailer set up on Phillips Farms. It's only open Thursday through Saturday but it's worth making a special trip for a taste of their signature beef brisket and ribs, cooked low and slow. Queue at the truck, order and sit at one of the picnic tables (be warned it can be tricky in inclement weather). Meat is sold by the weight and while the brisket is certainly their specialty, the home-made sausages give it a run for the money. Come hungry and ready for a feast.
72.4km
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Herons
Modern Cuisine
$$$$
Need a getaway but have limited time? Herons offers the experience of a country escape without the commute. Set within The Umstead Hotel and Spa on three acres of woodland, this restaurant is a showpiece for their nearby farm's produce. Try several dishes or opt for the chef's surprise five- course menu to relish fresh and vibrant plates crafted with care by Chef Steven Devereaux Greene. His South Carolina roots are best seen in dishes like shrimp and grits, and dessert is impressive, especially the appealing blackberry panna cotta with fresh poached blackberries and crème fraîche.Be sure to c
77.1km
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The Pit Authentic Barbecue
barbecue
$$
You'll certainly smell the smoke from around the block before you even spot this former warehouse in the aptly named Warehouse district. From that first whiff, it's clear that North Carolina barbecue is the name of the game here, and this spot offers more than your average bbq joint. Start with freshly cooked cornbread with a seasonal, flavored butter and some fried green tomatoes. The chopped BBQ pork is the mainstay, of course, but with ribs, smoked sausages, catfish and shrimp, decision-making isn't easy. Order one of the combos with a choice of sides, but don't fill up too much, as you'll
78.6km
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Poole's
American
$$$
First opened as Poole's Pie Shop in 1947 before switching to a diner, Poole's is the sort of restaurant that is part of the fabric of the community. The original horseshoe counters, recently restored, are available to book and also open for walk-ins. They also have a much larger dining space in a former warehouse next door.As for the food, Poole's promises good, honest cooking with a distinct nod to the South. Must-orders include tomato pie and North Carolina slow shrimp, and when they insist you try a side of their mac and cheese, listen to them.
78.6km
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