New Bar Opening at 112 Fayetteville Street


Image via Flickr

The Fayetteville Street Tavern has closed but now something new is brewing in the space at 112 Fayetteville Street. I had a chance to talk to one of the guys behind the new bar and he briefly showed me around the place. This will be a huge step up from the old Fayetteville Street Tavern and downtown beer monkeys should really enjoy this one.

Zack, one of the owners, showed me around and said there would be a focus on local beer and local art. The brick wall, shown in the picture above, will be a gallery showcasing local art. The beer selection is still up in the air but there are plans to offer products from the local breweries. The bar will also be drinking only and right now, the kitchen will be closed.

Also up in the air is the name. A website does exist but the guys have a long way to go until opening and things may change between now and then.

There are many more pictures of the construction progress up on Flickr as well.

BeerCon: The Busy Bee Cafe

The Busy Bee Cafe has returned to downtown Raleigh but with a different flair then its earlier setup in the same location back in the early 1900’s. Open early for the morning, coffee lovers and late for the night owls, the Busy Bee has an extensive menu for any time of the day.

A beer drinker’s spot for sure, the cafe serves up a great selection of brews picked by guys who know this stuff inside and out. Kegs are rotated frequently so lots of new beers are on tap for your drinking pleasure. Follow their blog or twitter for updates when new beers arrive.

Non-smoking
TV’s
Wifi
Outdoor seating

Website: http://busybeeraleigh.com/

225 South Wilmington Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
(go to map)
(919) 424-7817

The Best Baklava In Downtown

If that picture gets you excited then you have to try one of these three places in downtown. This comes up after a conversation with some friends and after trying them all, I can’t pick a winner cause they are all so good. Which is your favorite, on or off the list?

Sitti
The Empire Eats and Neomonde collaboration, Sitti has the same great Baklava as the deli on Hillsborough Street.

The Roast Grill
The best way to complete your day is with a homemade piece of Baklava after a couple burnt ones.

Turkish Delights

The traditional Baklava tastes great but with all those other flavors, it’ll have you coming back. (pictured above)