Now-closed Cortez owner Charlie Ibarra is partnering with Kevin Ruiz to revamp Cortez space into Cuya Cocina Latina.
Meet Raleigh’s Newest Indian Restaurant, Jalwa
New Indian restaurant Jalwa Indian Bistro is taking over the former Saint Jacques space in North Raleigh to deliver a luxe Indian fine-dining experience.
Raleigh Duo Opening Peregrine at The Exchange
Saif Rahman and Patrick Shanahan have announced the name for their first restaurant at The Exchange, Peregrine, opening early next year.
Little Rey Landing in Raleigh
Celeb chef Ford Fry is opening Northern Mexican concept Little Rey Al Carbon Dec. 9 in Raleigh Iron Works.
Raleigh’s First Hand Roll + Ramen Bar Is Here
Daijobu, a new hand roll and ramen restaurant with a full-service bar from the same team behind City Market Sushi, is now open in DTR.
Tucker Street Diner Now Open in Smoky Hollow
A first look at The Shiny Diner owner’s new modern-age Tucker Street Diner in Smoky Hollow.
Mastering Morgan
Morgan Street is glowing up thanks to three concepts that’ll help serve as a connector between Hillsborough Street and Warehouse District.
Peace, Love and Carbs
DC/VA-based Timber Pizza Co. is bringing its Michelin-award pizza joint to Raleigh in the former Ladyfingers space at High Park Village Oct. 15.
Birdie’s Opening on Fayetteville Street
Birdie’s flies onto Fayetteville Street—and it’s for everyone. If you’ve written off Downtown—or Fayetteville Street—unthink everything. LM Restaurants and Highwoods …
Exclusive: Burger Concept LaGana Opening This Fall
Local chef Luis Zouain is taking over the former Prospects space to open LaGana, which will offer boujee burgers paired with bubbles and beer—plus omakase pop-ups.



