Restaurants

Dec 16, 2025

Biscuit Belly expands across the Southeastern U.S.; Fayetteville one of six new locations planned

Biscuit Belly, the fast-growing brunch franchise known for its scratch-made biscuits and Southern hospitality, is preparing to open a new location in Fayetteville in 2026. ...

Dec 12, 2025

Local Time Brewery celebrates opening of second location in Lillington

Owners of Local Time Brewery Chris and Kelly Gallagher are excited to welcome guests into their newly opened taproom located at 6 W. Ivey St. in Lillington. Their beers celebrate global flavors, cultures and stories inspired by their travels. ...

Dec 9, 2025

NC Food Commissary: New culinary hub provides resources for local food industry

A new critical resource for food industry experts across Fayetteville is now open and accepting members. The NC Food Commissary is the newest resource available for vetted and beginner restaurateurs. ...

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A season of giving: The urgent need for blood in Fayetteville

Posted Dec 11, 2025
During the holiday season, the need for blood donations at Cape Fear Valley Blood Donor Center grows even more urgent, as changing routines and increased travel contribute to a dip in regular donations. Despite this, the demand for blood remains stea
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Dec 3, 2025

Habit Burger & Grill announces Hope Mills restaurant opening date

Habit Burger & Grill, the California-based restaurant company known for its award-winning Charburgers, signature sandwiches, fresh salads and more, is preparing for the opening of their new restaurant in Hope Mills, N.C. The grand opening is scheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025. ...

Dec 2, 2025

QDOBA Mexican Eats® expands footprint with new Fayetteville location

QDOBA Mexican Eats®, a leading fast-casual Mexican restaurant, has opened its first location in Fayetteville, N.C. On Tuesday, Nov. 25, the restaurant gathered with the community and the Greater Fayetteville Chamber at their new location at 2080 Skibo Road for a grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony. ...

Nov 25, 2025

The Forge Food Hall at Midtown at Coalition announces vendors

Fayetteville’s new, two-story food hall called “The Forge” is under construction and set to open in summer 2026. The first three vendors opening in the space have been announced. ...

Nov 21, 2025

Snip, sip, celebrate: Caribou Coffee Hope Mills celebrates new location’s grand opening

Photo by GFBJCaribou Coffee®, a Minnesota born brand of coffeehouses known for signature handcrafted beverages, is thrilled to announce the official grand opening of a new location in Hope Mills, N.C. On Friday, Nov. 21, the new coffeehouse located a ...

Nov 18, 2025

Rooster’s Diner returns; new name, new owners, new menu

Rooster's Diner staff form left to right : Chef Lil Bit, Hailey Thompson, Dillon Thompson and Shannon.  An old school restaurant that has been serving hungry Fayetteville residents since the 1960s has been reopened to the community under new man ...

Nov 18, 2025

Ichi kaku 一角 Japanese restaurant announces new frozen ramen

Chef Yohei Kamiya with the frozen ramen. Photo provided by: Ichi kaku  Fayetteville founded Ichi kaku 一角 Japanese restaurant has announced a new take home product for customers launched just in time for winter. The Japanese rest ...


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Hemp hemp hurray: Local farmer and business man seeks to educate the broader community about the many uses for hemp

Keith Dunn began farming hemp in 2017. A few weeks later he founded East Carolina Hemp Supply. After years of slow but steady growth, Dunn hopes to one day be able to build a hemp processing plant in North Carolina to boost the industry and local eco


Australian manufacturer to launch North American operations in Bladen County, investing more than $6M in Elizabethtown

Photo provided by Bladen County Economic DevelopmentVectorTex USA, LLC, a product developer and technology company, will create 44 new jobs in Bladen County. The company will establish its first North American manufacturing facility in Elizabethtown.