Restaurants

Feb 4, 2026

Bahama Breeze closing; Fayetteville location to be converted into another Darden Restaurant brand

Logo courtesy of Darden Restaurants, Inc. Darden Restaurants, Inc. has determined that it will permanently close 14 Bahama Breeze restaurants and plans to convert the remaining 14 locations into another Darden brand. The company does not expect ...

Feb 3, 2026

A new home for Fayetteville’s food entrepreneurs; NC Food Commissary opens Feb. 19

A new resource hub for Fayetteville’s food industry is officially opening its doors. A grand opening celebration has been announced for Feb. 19, 2026, at 1 p.m. The event is open to the public, inviting the community to tour the facility, meet the team behind the commissary, and learn how the space is helping fuel local food entrepreneurs across Fayetteville. ...

Feb 3, 2026

Graze Craze Fayetteville celebrates opening

The new Graze Craze location in Fayetteville, located at 4011 Sycamore Dairy Road, Suite 108 in Sycamore Station II, celebrated its grand opening last week with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. ...

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ArtsXL Is a Tourism Strategy, Not Just a Building

Posted Jan 29, 2026
Downtowns grow when they give people a reason to visit—and a reason to stay longer once they arrive. The Arts Council’s upcoming Grand Opening of the ArtsXL Arts Accelerator (214 Burgess Street, Downtown Fayetteville) is designed to do exactly that:
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Jan 27, 2026

Viva Tropicana adds tropical flair to Hope Mills dining scene

A new Hope Mills restaurant is preparing to offer bold, refreshing and comforting flavors inspired by Mexico. ...

Jan 21, 2026

Circa 1800 owners expand with new bar next door

Brandy Puczylowski and Anthony Jackson, owners of downtown staple Circa 1800, have expanded their business portfolio and opened a bar next door to their popular restaurant. ...

Jan 20, 2026

Graze Craze opens Fayetteville store

Graze Craze Fayetteville will host an official grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, Jan. 29 from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. The public is invited to enjoy complimentary samples, giveaways and a first look at the new space. ...

Jan 16, 2026

Raising Cane’s confirms early plans to open first Fayetteville location

Pending city approval and permitting, Raising Cane’s is aiming to start construction and bring its signature chicken-finger meals to 1812 Skibo Road in Fayetteville in fall 2026. ...

Jan 15, 2026

Dutch Bros to acquire Clutch Coffee

Clutch Coffee, a customer-centric drive-thru coffee brand that opened its first location in Fayetteville in September 2024, is being acquired by Dutch Bros. ...

Jan 13, 2026

Banana pudding cookies and big plans: Inside Gracie Mae’s Bakery’s rise

Gracie Mae’s Bakery specializes in gourmet cookies, cakes, sweet breads and cupcakes. The banana pudding cookie has emerged as the best-seller, even securing recognition at the Cumberland County State Fair. ...


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From academia to the battlefield: AFCEA Innovation Summit aims to give military and industry a "decision advantage"

AFCEA- NC Fort Bragg Chapter’s annual summit brings together leaders from industry, academic and research institutions, innovation hubs, Veteran organizations and elite Army and Special Operations commands. Graphic provided by Phil Williams


Insights into Fayetteville real estate: A year of stabilization and optimism for 2026

Fayetteville brokers and agents are entering 2026 with cautious optimism about what lies ahead.


Introducing Cameo Collective: Historic movie theater in downtown Fayetteville under new management

Located at 225 Hay St. in downtown Fayetteville, Cameo Art House Theatre has two auditoriums and screens films ranging from classics to new releases. The theater also prioritizes spotlighting local and up-and-coming filmmakers. Photo by James Throsse